Local Obituaries for Families in Salt Lake County & Along the Wasatch Front
Jennean Spencer Bean Dale
Nov 16, 2025
Jennean Spencer Bean Dale passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025 at the age of 80 years old in her grandson’s home in Kearns, Utah.
She was born on October 11, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois, to James William Bean and Naoma Spencer. The family lived in Chicago till their mother’s death. Their father moved her siblings, Janis, Jimmy, Joanne, and her...
Roger Holtan
Nov 15, 2025
What do you give the man who has everything is a question as old as time. How do you eulogize the most generous man in the world is one yet to be tackled. Roger Holtan, who recently passed away after a short battle with lung cancer, was just such a man. Every person who knew and loved him will attest...
Thomas Carl Niedringhaus
Nov 15, 2025
Thomas Carl Niedringhaus, known affectionately as Tom, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025, in Taylorsville, Utah. Born on December 2, 1947, in Los Angeles, California, Tom led a life filled with passion, commitment, and love for his family and community.
Tom proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, an experience that shaped his character...
Andrea Mary Valdez
Nov 15, 2025
Andrea Mary Valdez, Age 53, passed away on November 15, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born on July 18th, 1972, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Andrew and Evelyn Valdez.
Hobbies and Accomplishments: Andrea was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah, and graduated from Granger High School in 1990. Andrea earned an associate’s degree and, for...
Rochelle Perschon
Nov 15, 2025
Rochelle Perschon, our daughter, our dear sister, loving aunt and caring friend passed away unexpectedly, November 15, 2025. Rochelle was born February 17, 1969 to Elvira Wille and Albert F. Perschon. Although she was faced with challenges from the start, Rochelle grew to become a very independent and caring person. She graduated from Cottonwood High School in 1987, served a...
Shirley Daleane Severson
Nov 15, 2025
Shirley Daleane Christopherson Severson, 89, passed away peacefully at her home in South Jordan, Utah, on November 15, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born on June 27, 1936, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Charles Christopherson and Erma Smith. On September 11, 1953, she married the love of her life, Kent Ray Severson, in Salt Lake City. They shared...
Eugene John Pietruszewski
Nov 14, 2025
Eugene J. Pietruszewski, 77, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025, with his daughter by his side.
He was a man defined by love, gentleness, humor, quiet strength, and a selfless heart. He loved the simple, meaningful parts of life; fishing, camping, being outdoors, and spending time with the people he loved most. These were the places where he felt most...
Marianne Burdett Rickabaugh
Nov 14, 2025
Marianne Burdett Rickabaugh, age 81, left to be with her Heavenly Father on November 14, 2025, just three days shy of her 82nd birthday. She was born on November 17, 1943, in Evanston, Wyoming, to her loving parents, James Glen Burdett and June Ruth Tingey, and most recently made her home in Munford, Tennessee. Her passing was peaceful, with her...
Richard George Brown
Nov 14, 2025
Richard George Brown was born on November 15, 1930, in Choteau, Montana, to Arthur E. Brown and Amy Irene Hantsman. He spent his early years on a sheep ranch near Bynum, Montana, until the family moved to Whitefish when he was 13. He attended Whitefish High School and graduated in 1948.
In 1950, Richard married Doris Taylor, and together they raised...
Adell Christensen
Nov 14, 2025
Adell Christensen, age 86, passed away on November 14, 2025 in West Valley City, Utah. She was born on June 29, 1939 in Clawson, Utah to Velma Armanda and Willard Christensen.
Adell loved dancing, country music, the outdoors, being with her family, and socializing with people.
She is survived by her sister Bonnie Thackery, daughters Jackie Mack and Jody K (Dave) Tyler,...
Jerry Lee Tonge
Nov 13, 2025
A Life Well Lived: Jerry Lee Tonge
The music is a little quieter in North Salt Lake following the death of Jerry Lee Tonge, who passed away on November 13, 2025, at the age of 72. Jerry was a kind-hearted and deeply loved man, famous for his sarcasm and his willingness to help anyone who needed it.
Born in Salt Lake City,...
Lacey Elizabeth Orgill
Nov 13, 2025
Lacey Elizabeth Orgill, beloved daughter, sister, mother, and friend, passed away on November 13, 2025, at the age of 44. She was born on March 27, 1981, in Salt Lake City, Utah.
A natural writer and artist, she expressed her creativity across various mediums throughout her life, including music and painting. She had a quick wit and a sharp sense of...
Gilbert Francis Powell
Nov 13, 2025
Gilbert Francis Powell, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025, surrounded by family.
Born February 18, 1930, in Savannah, Georgia, Gil grew up in Garden City and later a farm in Rincon, where he learned the value of hard work, family, and genuine connection. He often shared stories about his mom and the...
Gregory Thomas Mitchell
Nov 12, 2025
Gregory Thomas Mitchell of Salt Lake City, Utah, was born on February 2, 1960, and passed away unexpectedly on November 12th.
Greg was a proud U.S. Army veteran. He was deeply loved by all of his children, his grandchildren, his family and friends, and his pig Zoey. He loved camping and fishing with his boys, and some of his happiest moments...
Carma Burkinshaw Colton
Nov 12, 2025
Carma Burkinshaw Colton, age 77, returned home to her Heavenly Father on November 12, 2025, due to complications with Alzheimer's disease.
She was born on October 1, 1948, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to LaMar and Bernice Burkinshaw and was the beloved sister of Larry, Karen, and Gail. Carma grew up with a natural grace, talent, and love for the performing...
Davis Quan Ta
Nov 12, 2025
Ông Tạ Văn Quan (1941–2025)Ông sinh ra tại Sài Gòn vào năm 1941, trong một gia đình nghèo khó và đông anh chị em. Năm lên năm tuổi, ông được người cô—vốn nghèo và không có con—đón về nuôi dưỡng bằng tình thương thầm lặng và sự tận tâm bền bỉ. Mỗi ngày, ông theo cô đi bán hàng rong,...
Marlene Holt Curtis
Nov 12, 2025
Marlene Holt Curtis, beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend passed away peacefully at Spring Gardens Assisted Living Facility in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 12, 2025.
Marlene was born May 27, 1932 to DeLamar and Afton Hess Holt in Salt Lake City, Utah. Her family moved to Montrose, Colorado early in Marlene’s life so her schooling began in...
Barbara Ann Griffin
Nov 12, 2025
Barbara Ann Griffin, born April 25, 1935, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to Alta and Domenic DeMarco, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on November 12, 2025.Barbara was the light of our lives and taught us the purest form of love — time spent together. She lived a life filled with grace, warmth, faith, and unwavering devotion to her family. She...
John Jr Kenneth Miller Jr
Nov 11, 2025
John Jr. Kenneth Miller ("Johnny"), age 41, of Sandy, Utah, passed away unexpectedly on November 11, 2025. Born on May 15, 1984, in Murray, Utah. John was known as a gentle giant with a heart of gold. He was remarkably strong and selfless, often putting others before himself and showing immense kindness to all who knew him.
John shared a deep...
Terry Lee Ewell
Nov 11, 2025
Terry Lee Ewell, age 75, passed away on November 11, 2025, Veterans Day, in West Jordan, Utah. Born on February 17, 1950, in Salt Lake City, Utah, Terry was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend who made a lasting impact on all who knew him.
Terry served his country honorably in the U.S. Army in the 101 Airborne Division as...
