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Recent Obituaries

An obituary is more than just an announcement—it's a tribute to a life well lived. At Leavitt's Mortuary & Aultorest Memorial Park in Ogden, UT, we understand the importance of honoring your loved ones with a meaningful memorial. Our obituaries provide a healing space for friends and family to reflect on cherished memories and celebrate the legacy of those we have served. Whether through a flower arrangement, a tree planting, or a personal tribute, we ensure that every memorial is special.

Beverly Jean Olsen Ward

Beverly Jean Olsen Ward

Jun 26, 2016

Farr West Beverly Jean Olsen Ward, our beautiful wife, mother and grandmother, 82, passed away peacefully in her daughter Jalenes arms on Sunday, June 26, 2016. She was born March 3, 1934 in Preston, Idaho to Velda D. Taylor and Wallace Henry Olsen. She married Wesley F. Ward on May 21, 1952, in Franklin, Idaho. Together they had four beautiful...

Austin Joseph �?Jack� Everson

Austin Joseph �?Jack� Everson

Jun 26, 2016

Austin Joseph Jack Everson passed away June 26, 2016 surrounded by his family. He was born September 27, 1919 to Austin Joseph Everson, Sr. and Nina Mary Kern in Yakima, Washington. Austin married his soul mate, Ruth Ann Paramore November 16, 1968 in Elko, Nevada. His favorite pastimes were hunting, fishing, bowling and lots of golf. He also enjoyed spending...

Rodney B. Spiers

Rodney B. Spiers

Jun 26, 2016

Rodney B. Spiers passed away on June 26, 2016,from complications of a long illness, at the age of 57. He was born to Evelyn Allred and Clark L. Spiers, the fifth child of seven children on March 23, 1959 in Ogden, Utah. He graduated from Clearfield High School and was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...

Harold Peter Anderson

Harold Peter Anderson

Jun 24, 2016

Harold Peter Anderson, 82, passed away June 24, 2016 in Ogden, UT. He was born July 5, 1933 to Hector Peter Anderson and Della Mae Wagstaff in Ogden, UT. Harold graduated from Bonneville High School. Harold married Mary LaRene King November 12, 1953 in the Manti Temple. He served in the U. S. Navy and had a 30 year career...

Gary Denzle Clark

Gary Denzle Clark

Jun 23, 2016

Gone Fishing Gary Denzle Clark was born November 29, 1936 to Denzle James and Mary Phyllis Mendenhall Clark in Idaho Falls, Idaho. He returned to his Heavenly Father June 23, 2016. Gary lived his life to the fullest. He loved camping, fishing and spending time with his family. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...

Joyce Isaac Knight

Joyce Isaac Knight

Jun 21, 2016

Heaven called a very special Angel home on June 21, 2016. Joyce Isaac Knight passed away after a very long and courageous battle with cancer. Joyce married the love of her life, Gary Knight on December 23, 1987. Joyce enjoyed camping, fishing, gardening, car shows, and in her younger years, belly dancing. Joyce is survived by her husband Gary; five...

Birdena �?Birdie� Jackie Beveridge Covert

Birdena �?Birdie� Jackie Beveridge Covert

Jun 20, 2016

Birdena Birdie Jackie Beveridge Covert, 95, passed away June 20, 2016. She was born July 18, 1920 to Jack and Gladys LaDora Wilkins Beveridge in Porta Costa, California. She married Wendell Covert. She was a member of St. Josephs Catholic Church and was a devoted homemaker. Birdie is survived by husband, Wendell. She is preceded in death by her parents;...

Stanley D. Elison

Stanley D. Elison

Jun 20, 2016

Stanley D. Elison, 72, passed away June 20, 2016. He was born September 20, 1943 to Dale and Afton Elison in Salt Lake City, Utah. Stan graduated from Davis High School in 1961. He married Mary Ellen Hartey in Kaysville, Utah on February 19, 1965. Stan was a devoted husband and father. His passions were his family, serving Jesus, golfing,...

Johanna Meents

Johanna Meents

Jun 17, 2016

Johanna (Hanna) Meents, 82, passed away in South Ogden of Alzheimers disease. Hanna was born October 19, 1933 to Peter and Louisa Nieuwenburg in Amsterdam, Holland. She married Jerry Meents on October 29, 1951 in Amsterdam, Holland. Hanna immigrated to Ogden, Utah in 1957, along with her husband and 5 year old son. She lived most of her life in...

Shane Mariani

Shane Mariani

Jun 17, 2016

Our beloved brother, uncle, son, father and friend Shane Mariani returned home to be with his mother on June 17, 2016. He was born May 6, 1967 to Larry and Sharon Mariani in Ogden, UT. Shane graduated from Bonneville High School in 1985. He attended Weber State University where he was a member of the Beta Theta Phi Fraternity. He...

Elgin Myrle Charlesworth

Elgin Myrle Charlesworth

Jun 15, 2016

Elgin Myrle Charlesworth, 76, passed away June 15, 2016. Elgin served in the Army as a member of the Medical Corps before returning home to become a proud member of the Plumber and Pipe Fitters Union for over 35 years. He was a strong supporter of scouting as well as volunteering at the Riverdale Senior Center. Elgin is survived by...

Val Barton Bodily

Val Barton Bodily

Jun 13, 2016

Val Barton Bodily passed away in Meridian, Idaho on June 13, 2016. He was born to Barton and Aldine Baker Bodily on February 1, 1939. Val graduated from Davis High and attended Weber State. He was employed at Memorex, Hill A.F.B. and with the U. S. Army as a Calabration Specialist. He was preceded in death by his sisters: Alene...

Gene Neuenschwander

Gene Neuenschwander

Jun 13, 2016

Gene Neuenschwander, 87, passed away June 13, 2016 surrounded by her family. Gene was born December 3, 1928 to Harold B. and Gladys Crompton in Ogden, UT. Gene graduated from Ogden High School where she served as vice president of her class. She married Clarence Junior (Swanee) Neuenschwander. Grandma Gene dedicated her life to her family. She had many talents...

Dean C. Ford

Dean C. Ford

Jun 12, 2016

Our beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away on June 11, 2016. He was born on September 25, 1933 in Salamanca, New York to Stanley Ford and Margaret Kessler. He graduated from Franklinville High School and spent most of his teen years in agriculture and enjoyed hunting and fishing in upstate New York. He devoted much of his life...

Norma Dale Draughn

Norma Dale Draughn

Jun 12, 2016

Norma Dale Draughn, 77, passed away June 12, 2016 in Layton, Utah due to complications from surgery. She was born November 2, 1938 to Sidney Allen Draughn and Katherine Maybel Kingsbury in Mt. Airy, Surry County, North Carolina. She graduated from Mt. Airy High School and then attended Brigham Young University. Norma was a beloved teacher for 40 years in...

Veda Judkins Ferguson

Veda Judkins Ferguson

Jun 10, 2016

Our sweet mother, Veda Judkins Ferguson, passed away peacefully at home on June 10, 2016 at the age of 94. She was born on September 9, 1921 to LeRoy and Luella Judkins and grew up in Ogden and North Ogden graduating from Weber High School. On December 6, 1941 she married Verl Jackson Ferguson. They settled in Ogden and had...

Fred D. Martin

Fred D. Martin

Jun 10, 2016

Fred D. Martin age 93 passed away after a ten yearstruggle with Alzheimer s disease on June 10, 2016 at the George E. Wahlen Ogden Veterans Home. Fred and Marty were married in Burbank, California on November 1st, 1941 and sealed in the S.L.C. Temple June 1955. Fred was a flight engineer during WWII, a Captain in the Civil Air...

John Richard Oliver

John Richard Oliver

Jun 9, 2016

John Richard Oliver, 49, passed away peacefully in his home on June 9th, 2016, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on April 28th, 1967 in Ogden, Utah to John Oliver and Francis Oliver. Having followed his dreams, he worked as both a licensed barber and as a professional musician in the years preceding his illness. Rich was always a...

Casey Gridley Shorten

Casey Gridley Shorten

Jun 9, 2016

Casey Gridley Shorten, aged 66, peacefully passed away at home on June 9, 2016 surrounded by his family. He was born on February 26, 1950 to Ralph and Helen Shorten in Ogden, Utah. Casey graduated from Ogden High School in 1969 and remained life-long friends with many classmates. He married the love of his life Annagay on February 29, 1992....

Isaac Vicente Salazar

Isaac Vicente Salazar

Jun 8, 2016

Isaac Vicente Salazar beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, at age 88, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2016 in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 5, 1927 to Jose Vicente and Amanda Cordova Salazar in San Juan, CO. Ike served in the Army and later moved to Utah where he worked at Hill...

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