Local Obituaries for Families in Salt Lake County & Along the Wasatch Front
John R. Conner, Jr.
Nov 29, 2025
John R. Conner — golfer, traveler, storyteller, and fixer of smiles — set off on his final journey recently, leaving behind his beloved wife Marcia and a large, loving family of children, and those who knew him as Papa Doc, his grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Born on August 30, 1945, in Washington, DC, John began life with a spark of wit and...
Grant E Head
Nov 29, 2025
Our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Grant Emerson Head, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 29, 2025, in Murray, Utah, surrounded by family.
Grant was born on February 25, 1939, in Cardston, Alberta, Canada, to Nephi Lawrence Head and Ireta Alder Cahoon Head, the youngest of four children with older siblings Helen, Lawrence, and Kitchener. When he...
Mark Tadashi Mitarai
Nov 28, 2025
Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, Mark Tadashi Mitarai, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, November 28th, at the age of 75 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born on December 26, 1949, in Richfield, Utah he was the only son and the last of six children born to Henry and Helen Mitarai. As...
Darlene Dipo
Nov 28, 2025
When Darlene stepped into a room, her smile made everyone feel welcome - a quality that defined both her personal life and her remarkable career as a realtor. Born in Ogden, Utah, Darlene discovered early on that her true gift was connecting with people. She passed away on November 28, 2025, at the age of 81, leaving behind a legacy...
Janet Ruth Rasmussen
Nov 28, 2025
Janet Rasmussen was loved by all those who met her. Janet shared her love with everyone she met and could always be found giving service to others. Janet loved with her whole heart, and if she met you, she loved you.
Throughout her life, she battled a number of health problems, but never let that stop her. Recently, she was battling...
Wilma Patricia Tolman Mikesell
Nov 28, 2025
Wilma "Pat" Mikesell
Wilma Patricia Tolman Mikesell was born on June 14, 1939, the eldest child of John E. and Wilma Tolman. She was raised in a loving home in Pocatello, Idaho, alongside her three brothers--Elbert, Corwin, and Darrel-and her sister. Julieann. She graduated from Pocatello High School and carried the values of her childhood with her throughout her life.
After moving...
Diane Lynne Watkins
Nov 28, 2025
Born on November 28,1954 to Donald & Patricia Hoffman in Fayetteville North Carolina, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025 at age 71.
She leaves behind a legacy of love and wonder. She was the cherished wife of Jay Lee Watkins, who preceded her in death. Together they had 4 children. She helped...
Helen Nix
Nov 27, 2025
Helen Lorraine Nix (Austin), 92, of Salt Lake City, passed away peacefully at home on November 27, 2025, of natural causes. Born in Toronto, Canada, on March 19, 1933, she was the daughter of Bertha and Bill Austin.
Helen was married to her beloved husband, Dr. Harold Nix, for 47 years until his passing in 2014. She is survived by her “Dear...
Ronald Cowdell
Nov 27, 2025
Ronald Cowdell of Millcreek, Utah passed away peacefully on November 27, 2025 from age related issues. Ron was born on December 22, 1931 in Sandy, Utah, and retired from the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Department on January 1, 1996 after thirty years of service. He worked security at Raytheon from March 28, 1979, until he retired after twenty-five years.
Ron married...
Patricia Hoover Tanner
Nov 26, 2025
With tender hearts, we announce that our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Patricia Hoover Tanner, returned peacefully to her Heavenly Home on November 26, 2025, in Layton, Utah. She was 89 years old.
Patricia was born on February 12, 1936, in Provo, Utah, to Alice Cowan and Reed Park Hoover, the eldest of three children. She graduated from South High...
Robert Walter Owens
Nov 26, 2025
Dr. Robert Walter Owens, 82, our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2025, in Sandy, Utah. Born May 2, 1943 to Wesley and Ruby Owens in Ogden, Utah. He was the 4th child of 7. He was married to Cathie Wood Owens.Bob graduated from Kuna High School near Boise, Idaho. He then went...
Ruth Hill
Nov 26, 2025
Ruth Mae Hill, age 101, passed away on November 26, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born on September 3, 1924, in Paris, Bear Lake County, Idaho, to Henry Fox and Ella Mecham Fox.
At the age of 17, Ruth moved to Ogden, Utah, to seek employment during World War II. It was there that she met the love...
Joyce B Jaeger
Nov 26, 2025
Joyce B. Jaeger, born on September 4, 1937, in Salt Lake City, Utah, passed away peacefully at her home in Kearns on November 26, 2025. She was a loved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, known for her unwavering love and support to her family. Joyce has left a profound legacy through her children: Melissa (Richard) Bellis, Randy (Lorraine) Jaeger, Victor (Mary)...
Nancy Louise (Whalen) Quinn
Nov 25, 2025
Nancy Louise (Whalen) Quinn (1947–2025)
Nancy Louise (Whalen) Quinn, 78, beloved wife of David William Quinn and mother of six, passed away on November 25, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas, leaving a void her family cannot fill.
Born in Kansas City, Missouri in 1947, she was the only child of Donald Eugene and Eugenia Maxine (Merrigan) Whalen. She later welcomed two half-sisters,...
Rodney B. Greene
Nov 23, 2025
Rodney B. Greene age 76 died on November 23, 2025 in his home. He was born on September 1st, 1949 in Utah to Rodney and Lavon Greene.
RB spent his life surrounded by the things that brought him the most peace—quiet mornings hunting, long days fishing, and the comfort of the outdoors he cherished so deeply. His time at the cabin...
Connie Mae Garcia
Nov 23, 2025
A MOTHER PLANTS THE SEEDS OF LOVE THAT GROW AND BLOSSOM FOREVER
Our most precious and beautiful mother grew weary of her time here on earth and is now beginning her journey of Eternity. She now is with her mother and brother who she missed so very deeply. To her sister, Jerrie…your bond never broken and you were a blessing all...
Tori Ann Jones
Nov 23, 2025
Tori Ann Jones, age 49, died on November 23, 2025 in Tooele, Utah. She was born on March 28th, 1976 in Murray, Utah to Ruth Coleman and Dennis Jones.
Tori was the ultimate baseball mom. As Coleman's number 1 fan, she attended every game. Her greatest accomplishment was being Coleman's mom. Aside from supporting Coleman, she loved horse racing. She will...
Lafayette Frederick Taylor
Nov 23, 2025
Our dear son, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend, Lafayette Frederick Taylor, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 23rd, 2025. He passed on his birthday, which feels exactly like something Lafe would do. Lafe was one of a kind. He was loyal, big-hearted, and always tuned in to the people around him. He had a gift for making each of us...
Dawn Owen-Davies Muir
Nov 22, 2025
Dawn “Ouma” Muir passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025, surrounded by her family who love her dearly. She was born in Johannesburg, South Africa on December 29, 1935 and lived a remarkable 89 years, nearly reaching her 90th birthday.
Dawn came to the United States with her husband, the late Melvin Kenneth Muir, with whom she shared a loving marriage...
Virginia Lee Price
Nov 22, 2025
Virginia Lee Price, age 95, passed away of natural causes on November 22, 2025. She was born on January 2, 1930, in Duchesne, Utah, to Arch Ervin Price and Emma Lurene Jensen Price. Her lifelong curiosity and dedication to learning led her to graduate from Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. She had a deep love for words-writing heartfelt poetry...
