Local Obituaries for Families in Salt Lake County & Along the Wasatch Front
John Michael Licini
Apr 5, 2026
John is survived by his siblings, Karla (Raymond) Kyweriga and Mike Licini; his daughter, Erinn Licini Hodge; and his cherished grandchild, Nimueh Hodge. He also leaves behind his nephews, Ryan Licini and Michael Kyweriga, and his nieces, Kristin Licini, Brittany Licini, and Kat Hanson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Roger and Patricia (Miller) Licini;...
Rosalie Strait
Apr 5, 2026
Rosalie Strait (née Meyer), age 81, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026, in Murray, Utah. Rosalie leaves behind a legacy of love that spanned across the many communities she called home.
Born on October 13, 1944, in Kansas City, Missouri, Rosalie was the daughter of Harry Meyer and Wenonah Meyer (née Crumpton). She spent her formative...
Jack "John" R. Barnard, Jr.
Apr 5, 2026
TAYLORSVILLE – Jack R. “John” Barnard, Jr. passed away on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, surrounded by his family.
John was born to Jack R. and Dorothy “Dot” Ames Barnard on May 6, 1948, in Salt Lake City. He had a happy childhood growing up in Kearns with his parents, younger brother, and sister, and many pets. He played sports, traveled...
Cheryl Dawn Lillywhite
Apr 5, 2026
Cheryl Dawn Lillywhite, age 85, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026, in Murray, Utah. She was born on September 29, 1940, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Mitchell and Iris Lillywhite.
Cheryl was a loving mother whose life was grounded in her deep faith and devotion to God. Her greatest joy was her family, whom she loved unconditionally. A gifted and passionate...
David Norman Muecke
Apr 5, 2026
David Norman Muecke, loving father and papa, left this world on April 5, 2026. He was born on December 28, 1952 to Karl P. Muecke and Elsa Frank in Salt Lake City, Utah and was 73 years old. David was the only child of 3 in his family born in the United States so it was only fitting that he...
Norma Simmons
Apr 4, 2026
Norma Rae Thomas Simmons, 94, of Draper, Utah, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026, four days shy of her 95th birthday. She was a lifelong and devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Norma was known for her class and sophistication. She dressed impeccably and maintained a beautiful, immaculate home. She was sentimental, with family heirlooms...
Donna Noland
Apr 4, 2026
Donna Noland, age 91, passed away on April 4, 2026 in Layton Utah. She was born on October 9, 1928, in Iowa, to Ed Shoemaker & Evelyn Krager.
She married Roy Noland on July 27,1948. Donna loved to clean, shop and be on the road! She loved planning and attending parties and being with her family.
She is survived by Sharon &...
Carl Ray Jackson
Apr 3, 2026
Carl Ray Jackson, 56, of Taylorsville, Utah, passed away April 3, 2026, surrounded by loving family.
He was born on October 02, 1969, in Murray, Utah, to Sherry Morrow and Carl Jackson.
Ray-Ray worked as a superintendent in the asphalt and paving industry, helping to pave many roads for over 25 years. He was considered by many to be the best boss...
Glenn Bergman
Apr 3, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Glenn Harold Bergman, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. Glenn peacefully left this world on April 3, 2026, at the age of 89, surrounded by the love and warmth of his family.
Born on July 2, 1936, in the scenic town of Great...
Marlene E. Shire
Apr 3, 2026
Marlene E. Shire, age 88, passed away on April 3, 2026, in Sandy, Utah. She was born on July 18, 1937, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Earl Glenn Blakley and Repha Elise Gregory Blakley. She married Robert Ralph Shire on July 20, 1968.
Marlene dedicated 41 years of service to Parker Packing, retiring at the age of 72. She shared...
Jose Silvestre Vargas Jr.
Apr 2, 2026
Jose Silvestre Vargas Jr, affectionately known as Joe, passed away on April 2, 2026, in Murray, Utah, leaving behind a legacy rich with music, kindness, and the profound impact he had on everyone who knew him. Born on August 23, 1990, in Redondo Beach, California, Joe was a man whose angelic voice resonated deeply, touching hearts across many communities, especially...
Michelle "Shelley" Dee Ylst
Apr 2, 2026
Shelley (Michelle) Dee Wallace Ylst, 69, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, leaving behind a family who was the center of her world and the greatest joy of her life.Born in Salt Lake City and raised in Cottonwood Heights, Shelley moved through life with a beautiful, full-face smile that everyone remembers. There was never a half-smile with her. She...
Elton Lynn Berry
Apr 2, 2026
Elton Lynn Berry, age 76, passed away on April 2, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Lynn was born on January 1, 1950, in Cedar City, Utah, to Donald J. Berry Sr. and Myrtle Joyce Howe. He was one of eleven children.
At the age of 18, Lynn married Connie, and together they welcomed their daughter, LuDene. In 1972, he...
Lisa Robinson Knight
Apr 2, 2026
Our sweet mother, daughter, and sister has left our sight but not our hearts or our lives. She now resides in peace and love with her sweet, spunky son Lance David Knight, who passed away in 2000, and her best friend and partner in crime, sister Wendy, who returned to heaven in 2019.
Lisa was born to Glen Stoddard and Dixie...
Markus and Cody Naylor
Apr 1, 2026
In Loving Memory of Markus “Mark” Rolland Naylor and Cody Pahl Naylor:
Cody and his father, Mark, both grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah, and shared a deep love for the outdoors, especially fishing, camping, and time spent in the mountains. Mark and Cody were inseparable and lived together until Cody’s passing, sharing not only a home but a rare...
Mary Virginia Plumhof Otterstrom
Apr 1, 2026
Mary Virginia Pumhof Otterstrom, age 83, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, in her home in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Mary was born on November 11, 1942, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. She later married the love of her life, Rodney Melrose Otterstrom, on October 8, 1964. Together, they built a life filled with love, companionship, and cherished memories.
Mary had a deep...
Cesar Martinez Sr.
Apr 1, 2026
Cesar Martinez Sr. concluded his courageous journey with cancer on April 1, 2026. Throughout his battle he exemplified positivity, humor, and fortitude that was contagious to anyone that knew him.
The son of Bonifacio and Concepcion Martinez; Cesar was born in Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico on February 25, 1941. He met his wife Maria del Refugio Quintero in El Alamo, Coahuila. They...
J. Michael Moyes
Apr 1, 2026
James Michael (Mike) Moyes passed peacefully from this life to the next on April 1, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Mike began his mortal journey (as he often referred to it) on April 13, 1951, in Cedar City, Utah, the second of eight children born to John William Albert Moyes and Margaret Ann Jex. He spent his early childhood...
Ernest Martin Chamberlain Jr.
Apr 1, 2026
Our beloved father and grandfather, Martin, age 86, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday April 1, 2026, after an extended battle with Parkinson’s disease. Ernest Martin Chamberlain Jr. was born in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, March 20, 1940. He was the oldest of five children of Ernest Martin Chamberlain Sr. and Agnes Fay Barney.
After graduating from Olympus...
Gerradina Johanna Gray
Apr 1, 2026
Our beloved wife-mother-grandmother completed her earthly journey on April 1, 2026.
She was born on December 2, 1943, to Lawrence and Gerradina Vincent, where she was welcomed by her sister and two brothers.
On September 21, 1961, she married the love of her life, Cyril W. Gray Jr. (Bill); they had 64 wonderful years together. In their spare time, they loved to...
