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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.

Waylon  Verl  Bell

Waylon Verl Bell

Feb 14, 2023

Waylon Verl Bell, beloved son of Bryson and Kelsey Bell and brother to Bowen and Emery, was born sleeping on February 14, 2023 in Ogden, Utah. Like his date of birth, Valentine's Day, the life and memory of Waylon will always symbolize love: the loving hope of a family who prayerfully awaited his arrival, the loving arms of a...

Todd Higginson

Todd Higginson

Feb 13, 2023

Our beloved father, brother and uncle, Todd Higginson, 61 passed away after a brief illness. He was born April 29, 1961, in Ogden Utah, the son of Graham "Bud" Higginson and Betty Lou Cobb Higginson one of 13 kids. Todd always had multiple jobs; he truly was a jack of all trades. He could do just about anything and everything....

Ritsuko Windy Katsushima Anderson

Ritsuko Windy Katsushima Anderson

Feb 13, 2023

On Monday, February 13th, 2023, we took our last bow and whispered our final words to the woman who personified lifes beauty. A woman who through her actions taught us how to love our family and heritage unconditionally; and to practice resilience, humility, and compassion through the troughs and peaks of life. Ritsuko Windy Katsushima Anderson, better known as "Granny,"...

Steven M. Smith

Steven M. Smith

Feb 11, 2023

Everyone had a place at Steves table. Born October 13, 1939 (a 1st birthday gift for his sister Linda), Steve grew up in Lynwood, California, where he met his soon-to-be wife, CarolAnn. They were married on January 21, 1961. Nine months later, his first-born daughter, Rhonda Jean Merryweather (Mike Davis), was born, kicking off his 61-year career of being the...

Charles Glenn Hidenshield

Charles Glenn Hidenshield

Feb 10, 2023

Charles (Chuck) Glenn Hidenshield passed away on February 10, 2023. Chuck was 75 years old and a resident of Provo, UT. Chuck was born on December 22,1947 to the parents of Carl and Neva Hidenshield in Madison, South Dakota. He would say "Im just a good old South Dakota farm boy." After Chuck graduated from Madison High School in 1966...

Ivan Ernest Saunders

Ivan Ernest Saunders

Feb 9, 2023

Ivan Ernest Saunders, our beloved brother, passed away on 9 February 2023, at the University of Utah Hospital. Ivan was 60 Years young. He was born in Ogden, Utah to Ernest M. & Rose Rukavina Saunders on 8 March 1962. He attended St. Josephs elementary and high school and was a lifer. He also attended Weber State University. Ivan worked...

Virginia Galvan Huerta

Virginia Galvan Huerta

Feb 9, 2023

Virginia Galvan Huerta born January 10, 1928 in Bingham, Utah passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family February 4, 2023 in Roy, Utah. Virginia is survived by her children, daughters Linda Russell and Annette Huerta Christensen, sons Frankie Huerta and John Huerta, 11 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death...

Billie W Patrick Sr.

Billie W Patrick Sr.

Feb 8, 2023

Billie Wayne Patrick Sr. of Clearfield, Utah, passed away February 8, 2023, after a long battle with cancer. He lived 84 glorious years. His life began on August 27, 1938. His father, Thomas Lee Robinson Patrick, and his mother, Jewell Marie Horn, lived in Carterville, Illinois. At the age of 19, he married his best friend, Patricia Ann Smith, on...

Lois Limburg Crowell

Lois Limburg Crowell

Feb 5, 2023

Lois Limburg Crowell at the age of 91, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Ogden, Utah to Madge and Evert Limburg on July 1, 1931. She grew up living in the back of a ma and pa store, "The Limburg Store." She helped in the store especially when her dad...

Asael Elrey Dilworth

Asael Elrey Dilworth

Feb 5, 2023

Asael ElRey Dilworth returned to the arms of his Savior on Sunday, February 5th, 2023 in Cedar City, Utah. Asael, known as El Rey by his family and Ace by his friends, was born February 11th, 1945 in Gooding, Idaho. He was the youngest child and only son of Asael Ernest Dilworth and Fawn Nebeker Dilworth. Following his graduation from...

Valerie Lynn Butler John

Valerie Lynn Butler John

Feb 5, 2023

Valerie Lynn Butler John was born September 17, 1954, in Pocatello, Idaho, to George Marcus and Orcella Faye Buter. She was raised and attended schools in Pocatello, Idaho, graduating from Highland High School and Idaho State University where she obtained a masters degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology. She enjoyed school at all levels and especially her time at Highland...

Alvin Arthur Kunau

Alvin Arthur Kunau

Feb 5, 2023

Alvin Arthur Kunau, loving husband, father, brother, and uncle, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 5, 2023 at the age of 89. Alvin "Al" was born on October 28, 1933 to Adam and Mary (Repp) Kunau. He spent his life living in the west, including Montana, Colorado, California, and enjoying the last 35 years in Northern Utah. Al married the...

Lynn Fred Heinze

Lynn Fred Heinze

Feb 3, 2023

Lynn Fred Heinze, age 86, passed away peacefully at his home on February 3, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Lynn was born October 10, 1936 in Teton, Idaho, to Fred and Jessie Berrett Heinze. The family moved to Utah when he was five years old. Lynns childhood and teenage years were full of mischievous fun. Lynn graduated from Davis...

Scott J. Amos

Scott J. Amos

Feb 1, 2023

After living a full and active live Dad was taken from us suddenly and unexpectedly due to heart disease. Born in Ogden UT one of three children to J. C. and Artel Amos. He is preceded in death by his mother Artel Ranson Amos, his Sister Jalene Amos Shock and his daughter Jasmine Amos. Survived by: his father J.C. Amos,...

Kathy Jo Young

Kathy Jo Young

Jan 31, 2023

Kathy Jo Weaver Young, 64, passed away on January 31, 2023, in Ogden, Utah. She was born on November 2, 1958, in Ogden, Utah. She was the 5th daughter for Mark Aaron Weaver and Janice Higley Weaver. She was a waitress in her earlier years. She enjoyed her job at Leavitt's Mortuary as a Groundskeeper, with a very short walk...

Joleen Mindy Johnson-Clifford

Joleen Mindy Johnson-Clifford

Jan 26, 2023

Joleen Mindy Johnson-Clifford, 63, passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023, at McKay Dee Hospital, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born on June 13, 1959, in Ogden, Utah to Jay and May Cordova. Joleen grew up in the Ogden area and graduated from Ogden High School. She married Orland Lopez in 1978, had two daughters and...

Steven Jay Beckstead

Steven Jay Beckstead

Jan 24, 2023

Steven Jay Beckstead, 58, of Washington Terrace, passed away on January 24, 2023. Steven was born on July 26, 1964 to LaVerl J. Beckstead and Carol Flint in Ogden, Utah. Steven graduated from Bonneville High School in 1982. He married Paige Hancock in 1984. They were blessed with a son, Bray and were later divorced. He began his welding career...

Jess Perez

Jess Perez

Jan 24, 2023

Jess Perez, 81, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2023 after a short illness. He was born on August 27, 1941, in Bingham Canyon, Utah to Tadeo (Ted) Perez and Mary Lou Florez. Jess grew up in Ogden and attended Ben Lomond High School. In 1960 he joined the United States Navy and was honorably discharged in 1964. He later...

Richard Jack Hughes

Richard Jack Hughes

Jan 20, 2023

Rick passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday January 20th, 2023, at the age of 78. He was born Nov 1, 1944 in Ogden UT Rick always loved working out, running, and lifting weights. Spending time at the gym was his therapy. He enjoyed going for drives in the mountains with his wife Faye, shopping at...

Shane Dale Osborn

Shane Dale Osborn

Jan 19, 2023

Shane Dale Osborn, 53, of Uintah passed away peacefully at home on January 19th, 2023. He was born in Ogden, Utah at McKay Dee Hospital on May 2nd, 1969. Shane graduated from Bonneville High School in 1988. After graduating he started his first job at a local car dealership adding accessories to new cars. At that time, he realized his...

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