Local Obituaries for Families in Salt Lake County & Along the Wasatch Front

Jun 19, 2025

Richard William Tebbs Welch, 77, South Jordan Utah, was joyfully reunited with his eternal companion on Thursday July 19, 2025

He was born in Lovell, Wyoming, January of 1948 to Hazel Tebbs and Louis Belmont Welch. He grew up in Cowley Wyoming with six sisters and one brother. He was a forever Wyoming Cowboy.

He served a full time mission for the...

Jun 19, 2025

Nina Carroll Bergman Smith passed away June 19, 2025. She was born on November 27, 1935, in Duluth, Minnesota, to Carl Erick Albin Bergman and Marjory Eliza Brown Bergman.

Carroll was a very intelligent woman with many talents and abilities. She LOVED music! She was an amazing pianist, and she sang in many choirs over the years. She sang with the...

Jun 17, 2025

It was an unusual cold day on Saturday May 29, 1943 in Denver, Colorado when Elizabeth Linthicum Benson and Robert Earl Wallace welcomed their third blessing from Heaven David Lewis Wallace into their family.

He was the baby of the family; he had two older siblings, a sister named Norma Jean, she was the oldest and an older brother named James...

Jun 17, 2025

Haven McBride 18 years old died on June 17, 2025 at his home in Riverton. He was born on August 22nd, 2006 in Murray to Alexander Fredrick McBride and Marissa Lee.

Haven graduated with honors at the beginning of June. He enjoyed school, even though it didn't come easy for him. He learned that he needed to work hard to get...

Jun 16, 2025

Ruby Denise Atkinson passed away surrounded by loved ones on June 16, 2025 in West Valley City, Utah. She was born on November 11, 1938 in Salt Lake City, Utah to John Marves Waters and Ruby Williams Waters. She married her sweetheart Donald J. Atkinson in 1992 whom she went on many fun adventures with.

Denise’s joys in life were crocheting,...

Jun 16, 2025

Ray Mounteer, born on September 10, 1952, in Cottonwood Hospital, departed this life on June 16, 2025, in Sandy, leaving behind a legacy of love, craftsmanship, and unwavering faith. He was a gifted mechanic, whose hands could breathe new life into vehicles, transforming them from mere machines into cherished companions on the journey of life. His dedication to his craft...

Jun 16, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved sister, Sharon Lee Astin, on June 16th, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Sharon was a gentle, devoted, and quietly resilient woman who brought warmth and light to those around her.

She was born on November 12, 1943, in Evanston, Illinois, to John and Betty Astin. Sharon...

Jun 15, 2025

Bobby Marks, 84 Passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025 at Alpine Meadow Rehab and Nursing home in West Valley City Utah. Bobby was born on March 16,1941 in Tonalea Arizona, to Leo and Elva Marks. 

In his younger years Bobby attended Kiabeto Elementary School and Tuba City Boarding School in Arizona, he then moved on to Richfield High School in...

Jun 15, 2025

Richard Alvey Fender, born on February 17, 1947, in Kearns, Utah, passed away on June 15, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah, after a long battle with COPD.

Richard dedicated approximately 30 years of his life to the United States Postal Service, where he became known for his exceptional typing speed. He also proudly served in the United States Army, reflecting...

Jun 15, 2025

Teri Lynn Nelson Roberts (60 years) passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025. She was born December 28, 1964, in Ogden, Utah to Orvel Dee Nelson and Florence Annette Petty Nelson. She married the love of her life-or as others would call them two peas in a pod, Douglas James Roberts on January 10, 1986, in the Logan, Utah Temple.

She was...

Jun 14, 2025

After a hard month of health struggles-including learning that he had stage 4 melanoma, then suffering a fall that resulted in a broken arm and hip, leaving him in severe pain-Douglas Carl Benson was able to spend his final day surrounded by loved ones, pain-free and joking around with them before returning to his Heavenly Father. He passed away peacefully...

Jun 13, 2025

Our Beloved Son, Brother, Friend, and Uncle, Geoffrey Paul Rowe, passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2025 in Austin Texas.

Geoff was a remarkable, hardworking, loving, caring, tenacious, funny person. He was always driven to master whatever he set his mind to. Whether it was surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding, or art, he practiced relentlessly until he excelled — not because it was...

Jun 11, 2025

In Loving Memory of Piuela Pole’o Tokoma’ata Vailea 

June 25, 1947 – June 11, 2025 (77yrs)

With deep sadness and tender hearts, we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, and aunty, Piuela Pole’o Tokoma’ata Vailea, who returned peacefully to her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Piuela was born on June 25, 1947, in Vaini,...

Jun 9, 2025

Thelma Romero Gomez, age 88, passed away on June 9, 2025, with her family by her side.

Thelma was born January 5, 1937, in El Valle, New Mexico, to Max Romero and Lioneres Cordova Romero. Thelma grew up in Green River, Wyoming, and graduated from the class of 1956. She moved to Cero, New Mexico, and then to Salt Lake City,...

Jun 9, 2025

Susan Fuller, age 68, Salt Lake city. passed away peacefully on June 9th, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with her health.

Born in Harrisburg Michigan, Susan dedicated her life to enriching the lives of others, both in her family and community. She spent decades as a devoted school teacher, inspiring and nurturing countless students who adored her for her...

Jun 8, 2025

Our beloved Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin and Friend, Dallas Kee, departed us on June 8th, 2025, on Utah Pride Day and his Father’s Birthday. Dallas was born October 6, 1982, in St. Marks Hospital, SLC, Utah.

Dallas is survived by his Father Emmett Kee, Step-Mom Elma, Sister Geri, and 2 nieces, 2 nephews and three Grandchildren and many of his colorful...

Jun 7, 2025

Verla L. Larson, beloved mother, sister, and devoted member of her community, passed away on June 7, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on June 30, 1945, Verla lived a life filled with service, dedication, and love.

Throughout her career, Verla made significant contributions to various sectors. She worked at Univac and National Semiconductor and took pride in her roles...

Jun 7, 2025

Our beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, Arlene Kranendonk Farrimond, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025, surrounded by love.

Arlene was born on May 31, 1932, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Catherine and Gerrit Kranendonk. She was the youngest of eleven children and cherished her childhood, full of love, laughter, and strong family bonds.

Arlene was known for her fun-loving spirit,...

Jun 6, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Jesse Lee Winders. Jess passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025, in Murray, Utah. He was born on December 29, 1937, in Elmo, Utah, to John Vernal Winders and Maggie Mae Shirts.

Jesse married Martha Gay Smart, and together they shared 59 wonderful years of marriage.

Jesse...

Jun 6, 2025

Anthony Stanley Bushnell, beloved son, partner, brother, father, and friend, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025, at the age of 37. Anthony was born in Provo, Utah, on July 18, 1987, to Kevin Bushnell and Manon Alder.

Anthony grew up in Orem, Utah. From a young age, Anthony had an energetic and adventurous spirit. He loved sports and was naturally...