HONORING LIVES WITH OBITUARIES & TRIBUTES

OBITUARIES

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.

Elaine S. Thomas

Elaine S. Thomas

Nov 7, 2026

Elaine Saunders Thomas was born July 29, 1943, and passed away peacefully on November 7, 2026. Her humor, warmth and smile will be fondly remembered by many.

Elaine is proceeded in death by her loving parents Lenard Ormond Saunders and Johanna Everdina "Dina" Van Drimmelen Saunders, her beloved sister Joan Cliff, nephew Robert Cliff, daughter Janalee Thomas, husbands John P. Thomas...

Matilda Ann Rhodenizer "Chantilly"

Matilda Ann Rhodenizer "Chantilly"

Nov 6, 2026

Matilda Ann Rhodenizer, lovingly known as “Chantilly,” was born on July 13, 1963, in El Campo, Texas. She entered into rest on November 6, 2026, at the age of 63, in Ogden, Utah.

Matilda Ann was a beautiful soul with a kind and humble heart. She gave her heart to Jesus Christ and lived her life with faith in Him. Although...

Roxanne "Roxie" Rynders

Roxanne "Roxie" Rynders

Nov 6, 2026

Roxanne "Roxie" Rynders, 80, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2026, in Ogden, Utah. Born on January 14, 1946, and raised in Ogden, the community she would always call home.

Roxie married Alan Leishman, and together they welcomed two daughters, Tara and Megan. Although the marriage later ended, the years they shared brought Roxie two of the greatest joys of her...

Andrea Felton

Andrea Felton

Nov 5, 2026

Andrea Felton was born June 9, 1961 and passed away peacefully on November 5, 2026.

She was an amazing mother, dedicated sister and long time small business owner. She was universally loved and respected by countless friends, clients and family.

Andy’s achievements and accomplishments are not those of the traditional type but are best captured in the way she lived life. She...

Marilyn Mower Froerer

Marilyn Mower Froerer

Nov 4, 2026

Marilyn Mower Froerer passed away on November 4, 2026, at the age of 88. She lived a life filled with love, gratitude, faith, and devotion to her family. She had a special gift for recognizing the blessings in everyday moments and finding reasons to be thankful, even during life’s most difficult times.

Marilyn was a devoted member of The Church of...

Guy Thomas Thornock

Guy Thomas Thornock

Nov 4, 2026

Guy Thomas Thornock, 92 passed away, surrounded by family in South Ogden Care Center on November 4, 2026. Throughout the last few years of his life, he fought health challenges.

Guy was born on March 13, 1934, in Bloomington, Idaho, to Milton and Magdelena Thornock.

He grew up in Idaho and moved to Ogden, Utah, where he graduated from Ogden High School....

Katherine Marie Johnson

Katherine Marie Johnson

Nov 2, 2026

At this time we announce the loss of Katherine Marie Johnson, beloved mother and grandmother. She passed away peacefully on Nov 2, 2026, at age 77 in Ogden, Utah.

Katherine was born on March 17, 1949, in Midway, Utah, to Charles William and Nancy Ann Besendorfer Johnson. She had one elder brother, Richard Johnson, and two younger sisters, Louise Johnson Web,...

Gary Lewis

Gary Lewis

Oct 27, 2026

Gary Lewis, 64, passed away on October 27, 2026, from a heart attack, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, and a family who loved him dearly.

Born on August 27, 1962, Gary grew into one of those incredibly smart people who seemed to know a little something about everything. And if he didn't know something, he'd figure it out—usually faster...

David William Peterson

David William Peterson

Oct 27, 2026

David William Peterson, 79, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2026, in Brigham City. He was born on September 7, 1947, in Ogden, Utah.

David served honorably in the United States Marine Corps from 1965 to 1968. He will be remembered as a loving father whose greatest joy was found in the beauty of the outdoors and in the closeness of...

Del Driscoll

Del Driscoll

Oct 24, 2026

Del Driscoll, the most loving and quick-witted person we know, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the ripe old age of 83, following a year fighting one health condition which turned to several, all while hopeful and determined to recover.

Del was born May 30, 1943, to Michael and Ferne Driscoll in Soudan, Minnesota. He enlisted in the...

Carol Jean Jeppesen Lucas

Carol Jean Jeppesen Lucas

Oct 24, 2026

Carol Jean Jeppesen Lucas passed away on October 24, 2026, from injuries sustained as the result of an automobile accident.

She was born December 31, 1956, on a very cold night in Ogden, Utah, to Preston Robert Jeppesen and Elsie Jean Knauss.

Carol grew up in Washington Terrace and graduated from Bonneville High School in 1975. She married Tom McCafferty in 1976...

Maria Conceição Cabrita

Maria Conceição Cabrita

Oct 24, 2026

Maria da Conceição Cabrita, lovingly known as São Cabrita, passed away on October 24, 2026, in Syracuse, Utah. She was born on April 3, 1959, in Vale de Azares, Celorico da Beira, Portugal, and carried the heart of her Portuguese heritage with her throughout her life.

In the 1980s, Maria migrated from Portugal to Rhode Island, where she built a life...

Gordon Lufkin Burke

Gordon Lufkin Burke

Oct 18, 2026

Our dad, Gordon Lufkin Burke, 82, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 18th, 2026, at Fairfield Village Assisted Living in Layton, Utah.

Dad was born on January 28th, 1944, in Idaho Falls, Idaho. He loved being an "Idaho spud" as he always put it. He loved telling stories from his years growing up on the farm with his siblings. He had...

Robert Anthony Milne

Robert Anthony Milne

Oct 14, 2026

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Robert Anthony Milne (Tony) at the age of 59. Tony was born on November 13, 1966 and passed away on October 14, 2026.

One of the few advantages of knowing your time is coming to an end is being able to write your own obituary with the help of your family. I have...

Frederick Chavez

Frederick Chavez

Oct 13, 2026

Frederick Chavez

November 30, 1955 – October 13, 2026

Frederick Chavez, an amazing, FUNNY, generous and loving man, passed away peacefully at home from progressive heart issues in Farr West, Utah at the age of 70.

Born on November 30, 1955, in Ogden, Utah, Fred is the beloved son of the late Benny J. Chavez and Vernie L. Vallez. His life was filled...

Patricia Joan White

Patricia Joan White

Oct 13, 2026

Patricia Joan White

December 19, 1934 – October 13, 2026

Patricia J. White, a spirited and cherished soul, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 at Abbington Memory Care in Layton, Utah on October 13, 2026. Born on December 19, 1934, in New York, Patricia was the beloved daughter of the late Theall and Dolores (Kelsy) Vredenburg. Her life was a...

Tina Marie Dixon-Collins

Tina Marie Dixon-Collins

Oct 10, 2026

Tina Marie Dixon-Collins, 64, passed away October 10, 2026, following a courageous three-month battle with a brain tumor. She was born in Ogden, Utah on February 21, 1962, to Dennis Michael Dixon and Idella Faye Coburn-Dixon.

Tina attended Ogden City schools, and later went on to work for the International Association of Theatrical and Stage Employees as a stage grip. She...

Jonathan Matthew Baraloto

Jonathan Matthew Baraloto

Oct 6, 2026

Jonathan Matthew Baraloto

Jonathan Matthew Baraloto went to be with our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ on October 6, 2026, in Ogden, Utah. He was 21.

Born April 20, 2005, in Baltimore County, Maryland, to Christen Darlene Winkler Baraloto and Derek Jason Baraloto, Jonathan was a smart and funny child who delighted his parents and all who knew him. Jonathan moved to...

Colleen Bergeson

Colleen Bergeson

Oct 6, 2026

“You are an angel in the shape of my mom… and when God takes you back, He’ll say Hallelujah, you’re home.”

Although these are lyrics to a song, they capture the essence of how our beloved mom, grandma, great-grandma, and friend, Colleen Bergeson, lived, and who drifted peacefully into rest in the early hours of October 6th at the age of...

MaryAnn Lawrence

MaryAnn Lawrence

Oct 4, 2026

MaryAnn Lawrence was born on March 26, 1944, in Long Beach, California. She passed away peacefully on October 4, 2026, surrounded by her family.

MaryAnn graduated from Bonneville in 1962.

On November 11, 1961, she married Gary Grant Crandall. They had 5 children; Tara (Parrish) Paige, Chad, Brandt (Connie), and Trent (Cheryl). They later divorced. She also had her sweet fur baby...

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