OBITUARIES

Dec 31, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a real-life hero! John Wayne Hawes, beloved husband, father, grandpa, and friend, left us peacefully on December 31, 2024, after a life filled with valor, love, laughter, and a deep commitment to serving his country in the Navy, Army, and US Postal Service. He will be remembered for his unwavering dedication...

Dec 29, 2024

Our mother, beloved grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and sister passed away in Ogden, Utah on Sunday, December 29th, 2024, at the age of 99.

Beth was born November 2, 1925, to Lorin E. Bachman and Reta Adams. She was the oldest of three children and blessed to have two siblings, Lareen and Kent. She was educated in...

Dec 28, 2024

Janice Carol High, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at the age of 78. Her final days were spent in Layton, UT, where she had made her home and countless memories.

Her life was marked by her commitment to her family, her career, and her church community.

Dec 25, 2024

Pamela Rae Fuchs, 79, of Roy Utah passed away on December 25, 2024 from dementia.

Pam was born on March 8, 1945, in San Francisco, California to Ray & Glorene Tracy. After graduating Clearfield High School Pam went on to beauty college and was a hair stylist. Pam married William A. Fuchs Sr. in 1965 and settled...

Dec 23, 2024

With broken hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Scott Lance Richards early Monday morning after a valiant fight against colon cancer. He spent his last evening on earth surrounded by family and listening to his favorite music. Scott was born in Ogden, Ut to Mary Lou Moffat and Carl Eugene Richards. He graduated from Roy High School in...

Dec 22, 2024

Orn Douangdara, born on February 2, 1934, in Laos, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2024, at the age of 90.

Born to her loving parents, Thit Kham and Bouasy, Orn was the last surviving child of eight siblings: Tu Noi, Pa Uan, Pa Pane, Pa Nuun, Tu Mah, Tu Tieng, and Tu Hieng. Though her siblings...

Dec 21, 2024

In Loving Memory of Gary Howard Close

Gary Howard Close, age 67, passed away peacefully in Roy on Saturday, December 21st, 2024.

Born on October 29th, 1957, in Ogden, Utah, Gary was the beloved son of Howard and Carma Close. After the early loss of his mother, Gary was blessed to be embraced...

Dec 20, 2024

Our wonderful father, grandfather and great-grandfather Daniel Farley died on December 20, 2024. Daniel was born in Glen Ellen, Illinois in 1935. He was the second of three children born to Daniel Farley and Genevieve Cameron.

Daniel and Marilyn Doerr were married in 1957 in Lisle, Illinois, and they were rarely apart during their 56 years together....

Dec 19, 2024

Ronald Gary Shapiro was born September 3, 1947, to "D" Morris and Leah Miner Shapiro in Salt Lake City, Utah. He passed away on December 19, 2024.

At the age of 11, he was asked by his bishop to learn to play the piano so he could accompany the singing of hymns in church meetings. That started...

Dec 19, 2024

Dad -

Jose Ernesto Abrego "Pollo"

On December 19th, 2024, he Reunited with his Apa and his big Oso, his hunting/fishing partner, his son. Jose passed peacefully surrounded by his family and loved ones. Jose was born July 24th, 1970 in Zacapu Michoacán MX, to Rosa and Enrique Abrego but grew up in the City...

Dec 18, 2024

Zanaya Marriott, 73, of Ogden, Utah, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024. She was born on October 3, 1951, in Evanston, Wyoming, to Arrawanna Barney and Zane Hatch. After her parents divorced, she was lovingly adopted by her stepfather, Warren Caldwell, who became a devoted father and role model throughout her life.

Zanaya was known for...

Dec 18, 2024

Major Lawrence Lee Allen, United States Air Force (Ret.), passed away in his home on December 18, 2024 at the age of 74, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and mentorship that has touched countless lives.

Born in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1950, Lee Allen was a graduate of Capital University. Shortly after earning his degree, he...

Dec 17, 2024

Edward "Skip" Smith passed away peacefully on December 17, 2024, at the age of 80. He was born in Bell, California. He also lived in Washington, before settling in Utah.

Skip earned an Associate's degree from Pasadena City College. He was respected as a Supervisor at Ma Bell/U.S. West and honored as a veteran of the United...

Dec 16, 2024

Herbert Rex Abegglen - January 29, 1946 to December 16, 2024

H. Rex Abegglen, 78, passed away surrounded by loved ones on December 16, 2024, in Ogden, Utah.

Rex was born on January 29, 1946 in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Herbert Christian and Annie Ruth Banks Abegglen. He grew up in Lynndyl, Utah, and...

Dec 15, 2024

William Laray Hodson (1934–2024)

William Laray Hodson, 90, of Ogden, Utah, passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, December 15, 2024. Born to William Walter Hodson and Annie Cook in Layton, Utah on August 14th, 1934. At just 16 years old, Bill developed his lifelong passion for aviation. As a flight instructor at Ogden Airport, he...

Dec 13, 2024

Charlotte Ruth Udy (Streufert) peacefully fell asleep in the arms of her Lord December 13, 2024. We can rejoice that she is now in heaven with the saints where there is no more sorrow or sadness.

Charlotte was born in Pierre, SD, on Nov. 15, 1941, to Rev. Edgar and Verona Streufert. In her youth she lived...

Dec 8, 2024

Mary Jo (Emerick) McQueen, passed away on December 8, 2024, at the age of 91, in Ogden, Utah. Born on June 8, 1933, in Milford, Iowa, Mary Jo's life was filled with devotion to her family and her faith. She had a passion for history and a talent for creating spaces of warmth (usually filled with her deeply adored...

Dec 7, 2024

T J was born in Ogden, Utah to Terrell J. and Paula Aikens

He passed away at home at the age of 42 in the arms of his mother and dad (Larry) from pulmonary thromboembolism.

T J served in the US Army and was stationed at Fort Riley (Big Red 1) and served a year...

Dec 6, 2024

Shelley Ann Christensen, a beacon of joy and care whose life was a testament to the power of compassion and friendship, left this world on December 6, 2024, in the same city where she first opened her eyes to its wonders—Ogden, Utah. Born on August 21, 1971, Shelley's journey was one marked by an unwavering commitment to enriching the...

Dec 3, 2024

Jeanette L Bingham, 83, died Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024. She was born November 11, 1941, American Fork, Utah, the daughter of Leo Eber Little and Rhea Carol Pyne. She married Edward H Bingham, on September 8th, 1989, in Salt Lake, Utah. Jeanette enjoyed spending time with her family, painting, and sitting on the porch and watching all of the...