Feb. 12, 1926 – March 18, 2019

Everett Larson, 93, died March 18, 2019, in Orem, Utah. He was born Feb. 12, 1926, in Malad, Idaho.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Eleanor Rawson Larson; and son Everett James Larson. He is survived by his wife, Thelda; children John Larson and Karestin Larson Collins; stepchildren Merlin Gifford and Amelia Spendlove; 26 grandchildren; 76 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services

• Funeral service will be held Saturday, March 23, at 2 p.m. at the St. George 8th Ward Chapel, 166 S. Main St., St. George, Utah.
• Visitations will be held Friday, March 22, from 6-8 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 West St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah, and prior to services from 1-1:45 p.m. at the church.
• Interment will be at the St. George City Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings please visit Metcalf Mortuary online.

July 17, 1933 – March 21, 2019

Douglas Reed Bennett returned home after an 85-year absence. He passed peacefully Thursday, March 21, 2019 in Santa Clara, Utah. He was born July 17, 1933 in Southern Alberta, Canada, to his parents Reed and Rhea Bennett.

Doug was raised in Canada and attended McGrath High School where he enjoyed playing hockey, basketball and excelled in baseball. He moved to Bountiful, Utah, with his family at 17 and graduated from Davis High School.

Doug joined the army where he served as a mortar operator. After his service, he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Geology from Brigham Young University where he met his neighbor and the soon-to-be love of his life, Janet Draper. Janet had a car and would offer him rides to school. Three months later they were married, a marriage that would last 58 years.

After receiving a grant from the National Science Foundation, Doug obtained his master’s degree in Math from Fresno State and started what would be a 35-year long career teaching algebra, geometry and trigonometry in Anaheim, California. He and his family would spend summers at Zion National Park where Doug would work as a Naturalist Ranger, giving guided tours while living just inside the park.

Doug worked alongside his wife and father in-law to build their family cabin in the early 1960s. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, fishing, reading, watching BYU football games and studying his family history. Doug was called to be the bishop of his congregation for seven years in Southern California. He then served on the Stake Presidency for the 14 years to follow. After retirement, they moved to Santa Clara to be closer their Cedar Mountain cabin, which they loved.

Doug is survived by his three children Kent L. Bennett of Nevada City, California, LeeAnn Goodwill (Mark) of Las Vegas, Nevada, Randy D. Bennett (Laura) of Long Beach, California; 7 grandchildren, two great grandchildren; and his sisters Barbara Bennett and Jean Bennett. He is preceded in death by his wife, Janet Bennett, his parents and two brothers, Norman Bennett and Allen Bennett.

Funeral services

There will be a viewing Monday, March 25, from 6-8 p.m. at the Santa Clara Pioneer Parkway Chapel. Interment will take place Tuesday, March 26, in the Cedar City Cemetery, Cedar City, Utah, at 1 p.m.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-673-2454. Friends and family are invited to sign Doug’s guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

June 14, 1939 – March 20, 2019

George Edward Colledge, 79, of Hurricane, Utah, passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2019 in St. George, Utah. He was born June 14, 1939 in Lehi, Utah, to Christian and Virginia Backus Colledge.

George graduated high school, class of 1957, from Lehi High School. During high school he played baseball and excelled as a pitcher. He attended Southern Utah State College for two years in Cedar City, Utah. George served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to the Central Northern States. He also served in the National Guard for six years.

George met Anna Jean Ollerton in Bennion, Utah. They were married shortly thereafter in Omaha, Nebraska, on November 22, 1983. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Jordan River Temple.

George spent his life working for Huntington Pacific Ceramic tile for 40 years. During this time, the family lived in Lincoln, Nebraska; Bluffdale, Utah; Ft. Worth, Texas and Las Vegas, Nevada. He retired in 2004 as vice president of marketing and sales to Hurricane.

George was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served as a St. George Temple Ordinance worker, a member of the bishopric in Ft. Worth and Hurricane. George and Anna served a couple’s mission to Hungary-Budapest from 2012-2014, where he also served as Branch President.

George enjoyed camping, hunting, traveling — especially cruises — and cooking breakfast — pancakes were his specialty. He was a fan of the Utah Jazz and BYU.

George loved spending time with his family. He was patient, kind, a good listener and supportive. He was gentle, understanding and had an amazing sense of humor.

He is survived by his wife, Anna Jean; children, Rick Walker of Chicago, Illinois, Rod (Mitzy) Colledge of Parker, Colorado, Lori Colledge of Franktown, Colorado, Randy Colledge of Salt Lake City, Utah, Michelle (Carl) Hellewell of Syracuse, Utah, Paul (Amber) McGee of Eagle Mountain, Utah, Mike (Michelle) Colledge of Bennion, Utah, Travis (Amy) Colledge of Kansas City, Kansas, Alicia (Kevin) Larson of San Marcos, California, Robyn (Gabe) Arzate of Sandy, Utah, Jeff Lippold (Ashley) of West Jordan, Utah; 34 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren; brothers, Aaron College; and sisters, Colleen Davis, Carol Redmond, Dyana Jacobs, Jackie Carlson, Valerie Griffis, Pam Grammar, Deilah Memmott, and Melody Ann Judd. He is preceded in death by his sister, Leilah Johnson.

Funeral services

Funeral Services will be held Monday, March 25, 2019, at 1 p.m. at the Hurricane 11^th Ward Chapel, 452 N. 2600 W., Hurricane. There will be a viewing prior to services from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Chapel. Interment will take place in the Hurricane City Cemetery.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-673-2454. Friends and family are invited to sign his online guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

January 21, 1935 – March 18, 2019

Kathleen Margie Gibson, 84, passed away March 18, 2019, in St George, Utah. She was born January 21, 1935, in Columbus, Montana to Lolamary and Charles Dell. She married her love of her life, Burton Keltz Gibson, November 28, 1959 in Bozeman, Montana.

Kathleen was an avid golfer and bridge player for many years. She took great joy in her family and many friends. She leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness.

She will be missed greatly by her husband, Burt Gibson; and children: Dawn Tonskemper of Great Falls, Montana, Melanie and Mark Tyler of St George, Utah; grandchildren: David Lee Thomes, Cory Thomes, Matthew, Britten and Riley Cunningham, Jesse, Tori and Poppy Cunningham, Kenneth and Blaike Gibson; brothers: Ken Dell of Longmont, Colorado, Tom and Gail Daily of Omaha, Nebraska; and sister, Colleen and Dexter Busby of Great Falls, Montana. She was preceded in death by her son, Burton Kenneth Gibson.

Funeral services

A celebration of life be held Saturday, March 30, from 3-5 p.m. at the Bloomington Country Club, 3174 South Bloomington Drive East, St George, Utah. We ask in lieu of flowers to make donations to Shriners Children Hospital. The family would like to thank Dr. Heather Gilbert and Dixie Hospice.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221. Please visit our website at www.metcalfmortuary.com for condolences, complete obituary and funeral listings.

September 4, 1952 – March 22, 2019

The Rev. Stephen Francis Bray, 66, of Washington City, Utah, passed away March 22, 2019, of complications from Parkinson’s Disease.

Steve was born in Kansas City, Missouri, on September 4, 1952, to Vincent and Marie Bray. He graduated from San Francisco State University with a bachelor of arts in education and history. He later completed his master of arts in education from Touro University in Nevada. He was an educator for the Clark County School District for 36 years. He shared his love of world history with countless students through the years.

Steve’s other passion was being a comfort to those in need, so in 1994, Steve was ordained as a non-denominational minister. He volunteered as a chaplain at the Clark County Detention Center in Las Vegas and the Purgatory Correctional Facility in Southern Utah. He also served as a hospital chaplain with the HOPE (Hospital chaplains Offering Prayer and Encouragement) Corps.

Steve was an officer in the The Sons of Erin of Las Vegas (service organization). He volunteered with the Catholic Community Services of Nevada and the Police and Fire Emerald Society of Nevada. He was also the parliamentarian of the Democrats of Southern Utah and a member of the Grace Episcopal Church in St. George.

Steve had a love for gardening and was passionate about religion, politics and world history.

Steve is survived by his wife of 25 years, Mary, and his son Andrew of Kula, Hawaii.

Memorial services

Memorial services will be held Friday, March 29, at 3 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 1072 E. 900 South, St. George.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research or to the Train Station (Rock Steady Boxing Program) at Zions Bank.

September 17, 1928 – March 21, 2019

Margaret Campbell Heaton returned home to her father in heaven March 21, 2019 at the age of 90. She was born Sept. 17, 1928, in Salt Lake City to Samuel Campbell and Della Mar Tate. All her life she loved children, family, God and our country, especially Southern Utah.

She married Max Carroll Heaton on Sept. 8, 1948, in the Salt Lake City Temple. They raised six children, (three girls and three boys), in Southern California before moving to Orderville, Utah, in 1980 and to St. George, Utah, in 1989. Since 2015, (ten years after Max’s death), Margaret has resided near children and grandchildren in Cedar City, Utah.

Margaret is survived by four children: Steven Heaton of Merlin, Oregon; Beverly (Greg) Needham of Simi Valley, California; Susan (Martin) Tyner of Enoch, Utah; Mark (June) Heaton of Rosamond, California; 23 grandchildren; 40 great grandchildren; and 4 great-great grandchildren.

Margaret looked with joy toward reuniting with loved ones gone before: her parents; siblings: Leland Campbell, Ruth Metcalf, Mary Murphy, Alice Tice, Alexander Campbell, John Campbell and Della Mar Campbell; her husband, Max; her daughter Kathleen (Stephen) Strand; her son John (Sheryl) Heaton; and grandsons Matthew Needham and Andrew Strand.

Funeral services

Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 27 at 11 a.m. at Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff Street, St. George, Utah. All are welcome to visitations at the same location Tuesday, March 26 from 5-7 p.m. and Wednesday March 27 from 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Friends are welcome to join Margaret’s family for a potluck at Vernon Worthen Park, 300 S. 400 East — across the street from Margaret’s former St. George home, following the interment at the St. George City Cemetery (which immediately follows the funeral service).

Arrangements are under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-673-2454. Family and friends are invited to sign her online guestbook at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

Sept. 26, 1945 – March 21, 2019

Don Carlton Hutchison, age 73, passed away peacefully in his home March 21, 2019. He was born in San Jose, California, Sept. 26, 1945, to Jack and Ecila (Powell) Hutchison.

Don grew up in San Jose where he enjoyed days skiing on the lakes and participating in high school swimming. Don graduated from Terra Nova High School in 1965 and then entered into the Navy where he served a tour in Vietnam upon the USS Hancock. He joined the Utah Air National Guard in 1986 serving in Desert Storm and Desert Shield. He also worked as a civilian for the Utah Air National Guard retiring in 2005.

Don married Judith Robins on October 11, 1981, in Nederland, Colorado, before moving to Utah in 1983. Don and Judy are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and were sealed in the Salt Lake temple March 30, 2000. Don and Judy built their life in Layton, Utah, where they spent loving time spoiling grand kids and making memories with precious friends. They later moved to Hurricane, Utah where, he was served as vice commander with the American Legion.

Don loved camping and being in the great outdoors. He shared a special connection with the forest creatures, as chipmunks and squirrels thought he was their master and would frequently allow him to feed them by hand. He loved fishing, campfires, cooking out and roasting marshmallows. Don also enjoyed time spent on the boat, taking his girls out to ski and throwing grandkids off the tube.

Don could always see the beauty in any landscape, whether the forests of Glacier National Park, Yellowstone or the desert red cliffs of Bryce Canyon. He and Judy loved travelling all around the country mostly with their 5th wheel in tow, enjoying all of God’s great creations.

Don is survived by his wife Judy Hutchison of Hurricane; daughters Stacee (Bill) Hancock of Franklin, Wisconsin; Michelle (Jeff) Layman of Folsom, California; and Tami (Nathan Brown) Johnson of Salt Lake City, as well as eight grandchildren and sister-in-law Pat Hutchison of Grass Valley, California.

Don is preceded in death by his parents Jack Sr. and Ecila Hutchison, brother Jack Hutchison Jr. and daughter Robin Kay Robbins.

Arrangements

Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 27, at the Spilsbury Mortuary in Hurricane, Utah, from 2:30-3:30 p.m. with family prayer and military honors to follow at 4 p.m. A graveside service will be held Thursday, March 28, at the Kaysville City Cemetery in Kaysville, Utah, at 2 p.m.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary of St. George, Utah, 435-673-2454. Friends and family are invited to sign Don’s online guest book at www.spilsburymortuary.com.

July 24, 1931 – March 3, 2019

Gunter Heinrich Pfutzenreuter passed away peacefully in his home on March 3, 2019, surrounded by family. He was born July 24, 1931, in Kassel, Germany, to Karl and Josefa Pfutzenreuter. Close friends and family called him “Heinz.”

He immigrated to Canada as a young man with $5 in his pocket. Later immigrated to the U.S. and settled in San Diego where he worked until retirement. He moved to Hurricane, Utah, in 2004.

Gunter loved life and people, people loved him. He never met a stranger; if you ever met him you would never forget him. He also enjoyed music and traveling, and loved animals, wrestling and playing the lotto. He was a loyal friend and loving husband.

He is survived by his loving wife Veronika, daughter Virginia Grogg (Scott), San Diego, California, also Veronika’s daughters Joni Kincer, Ontario, California, Gloria Ramsey, Las Vegas Nevada, Laura Miller (Dan) Hurricane, Utah, Eva Reader (Darren) Rancho Cucamonga, California, 13 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. He will be greatly missed.

A celebration of life will be held Saturday, March 30, at Mountain View Bible Church at 2 p.m. located at 88 North State St., LaVerkin, Utah.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings please visit Metcalf Mortuary online.

Aug. 14, 1923 – March 22, 2019

Richard Minter Wildrick, 95, passed away on March 22, 2019, in St. George, Utah. He was born Aug. 14, 1923, in Fountain, Colorado, to Liluth Maxine Minter and Earl Harrison Wildrick. The family moved to El Monte, California, where he graduated from high school and enrolled in the University of California Los Angeles.

On Dec. 19, 1942, he enlisted in the United States Army. He accepted an appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point in the class of 1946.

He married Ruth Joan Stroud on June 4, 1946, who would be his loving wife for 73 years.

Richard served in the United States Army for 30 years with distinction, rising to the rank of colonel. Assignments included command at the artillery battalion and group levels. He was a World War II and Korean War era veteran and served in combat in Vietnam.

Richard was also a graduate of the United States Army Command and General Staff College and the Army War College. His military honors include three Legion of Merit, one Meritorious Service and three Army Commendation medals.

Shortly after retirement in 1976, Richard and Ruth joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where they continued their lives of service. He served a mission in St. George extracting names of the dead, as well as temple missions in Switzerland, Australia and Washington D.C, and five years as an ordinance worker in the Denver Temple.

His numerous callings included Second Counselor to the Swiss Temple President, First Counselor to the Washington D.C. Temple President and as Stake Patriarch in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

Richard is survived by his daughter Leslie Lenel, son Craig, nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services

• Graveside services will be held Friday, March 29, at 2 p.m. at Tonaquint Cemetery, 1777 South Dixie Drive, St. George, Utah.
• A visitation will be held Friday, prior to services from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 West St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings please visit Metcalf Mortuary online.

Oct. 20, 1958 – March 23, 2019

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Heidi Hawbecker (St. George, Utah), who passed away on March 23, 2019, at the age of 60, leaving to mourn family and friends. She was born Oct. 20, 1958.

Heidi was a champion for the Special Olympics as a participant and an activist for the rights of the disabled. A long-time resident of St. George, Heidi also lived throughout the United States with her parents and family, spreading cheer wherever she went with her indomitable optimism.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents Harry Clyde Hawbecker and Betty Alicata Wightman; brothers Hale W. Hawbecker, Hugh C. Crethar, Jason Crethar; sisters-in- law Karen Hawbecker and Nicole Sump-Crethar; and the support staff at Turn Community Services and Danville Services.

Family and friends are welcome to send donations in Heidi’s name to the Cerebral Palsy Foundation or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Funeral services

• Funeral service will be held Tuesday, March 26, at 11 a.m. at Metcalf Mortuary Chapel, St. George, Utah.
• Interment will take place on Wednesday, March 27, at the Tonaquint Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings please visit Metcalf Mortuary online.

Oct. 2, 1936 – March 21, 2019

George Lawrence Eitel Jr. passed away on March 21, 2019, at 6:57 p.m. St. George, Utah. He was born in Boise, Idaho, to Ethel Lavenia Bybee-Eitel and George Lawrence Eitel Sr. on Oct. 2, 1936. He married Ruth Ann Morgan on March 28, 1958, in Charleston, West Virginia, and were sealed in the Salt Lake City Temple. George was raised in Pocatello, Idaho. Having been born in the Depression, his father joined the Civil Conservation Corps National Guard and trained at Fort Lewis, Washington, prior to leaving for New Guinea, Australia.

After high school, George went to VPI in Blacksburg, Virginia, to receive his Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering (ChE). He joined ROTC leading him into advanced ROTC for three years. He earned his commission as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army Reserve where he taught chemical weaponry starting on Nov. 20,1961. He was then promoted to colonel of the USAR on Nov. 17, 1983. He retired with honors as a commandant colonel in the spring of 1989.

In his chemical engineering profession, he worked for oil shale projects sending his travels as far as Brazil. George has lived in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and Tooele and Hurricane, Utah. George was a highly intelligent individual and utilized his expertise within all aspects of his career.

George was a very devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was a Sunday School teacher, Branch President of the LDS church in Aberdeen, Maryland, 2nd Counselor in the Stake Presidency, Bishopric of the Baton Rouge, Louisiana, ward a home teacher throughout his time as a member of the LDS church.

In his spare time, George was an accomplished Eagle Scout and became a Boy Scout troop leader, he volunteered for the Colorado and Utah Civil Air Patrol as well as the Hurricane Water Board. He loved creating, flying and at times crashing model airplanes. He enjoyed skiing and fly fishing in the Colorado Rockies. His musical talents included the beloved family accordion, piano and the ukulele.

George is survived by his wife Ruth Ann Eitel in Hurricane, Utah, and his three children Kathi Stephens of Parker, Colorado, David Kasdan of Washington, D.C., Mark Eitel and Sheri Finley of Aurora, Colorado. His grandchildren include Amanda Ott married to Mark Ott, Charlotte Hafen, Heather Stephens and Tony Forlenza, Erin Finley, Cassie Finley and Cedrick James, Olivia Eitel and Kurt Harmer. His great-grandchildren include Hayley Ott, Michael Ott, Brandon Ott, Mason Ott, Alex Campos, AnnaLee Yegge, Cedrick James, Jr, Aiyanna James and Roman James. George was preceded in death by Carole Terry, Diane Lifferth and Marcie Terrel.

Funeral services

• Funeral services with be on Wednesday, March 27, with a viewing from 10-11 a.m. and services from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 452 N. 2600 West, Hurricane, Utah, 11th Ward.
• Interment will take place on Monday, April 1, at 11:30 a.m. at Fort Logan National Cemetery, 4400 W. Kenyon Ave. Denver, Colorado.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations in George Lawrence Eitel Jr.’s name to the Utah Civil Air Patrol, click on the “Donate to Wing” tab.

Dec. 15, 1922 – March 22, 2019

Oscar Emanuel Bluth Jr., our loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed from this life on March 22, 2019 in Cedar City, Utah, surrounded by his family. He was born Dec. 15, 1922, to Oscar Emanuel Bluth and Lucy Lavinia Macdonald in Colonia Dublan, Chihuahua, Mexico. He graduated from the Juarez Stake Academy. He was a farm boy at heart, working on the family farm during his youth and after high school.

In 1942, he attended Brigham Young University and enlisted in the Naval Air Corps Reserve program. To help pay his way, he worked on the construction of the new Geneva Steel plant. While at BYU, he was voted as one of the most preferred men on campus. Not returning to BYU after his first year, he worked as a fireman at Fort Bliss, Texas, as he waited to be called into the Naval Air Corps. A discharge came from the State Department before he was ever called up.

In the summer of 1943, he was called to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mexico City. It was there he met Johanna Marie Tonks. After returning from his mission, he asked his Mission President if he could propose and wrote her and asked her to marry him.  She said yes, was released from her mission and flew to Chihuahua, where he purchased her a ring and a wedding dress. On Oct. 25, 1946, they were sealed for time and all eternity in the Mesa Arizona Temple.

They were married for 70 years and blessed with a large and loving family. He lovingly and with deep dedication, cared of his sweetheart until her death in June 2017.

Oscar loved his family above all other things in life. He especially loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He had a unique gift that made each one of them feel like they were the most important person he knew. As a father, he dedicated his life and passion to his family.

Oscar worked as a farmer and rancher for most of his life but also worked in the logging, manufacturing and sales industries. He finished his working career as the director of Public Works for Washington City, Utah, until 1991 when at age 69, he retired. But he continued to work driving truck for construction sites until he was well into his 80s.

As a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Oscar served in many callings, including Sunday School Superintendent, Gospel Doctrine teacher, Choir Director, Ward Clerk, Bishopric Counselor and Stake Missionary. Oscar and Marie were able to serve three missions together in the Guatemala Temple, Spain, and Mexico City Visitors Center.

He loved life and had great passion and determination to live well. He always sought to learn and grow. He learned to text, had email accounts, two Facebook accounts and was never intimidated by new technology.

He also had a great love for people and served those around him. He taught Spanish via Skype for the MTC in Provo for almost 10 years. Couples going to Spanish-speaking missions all over the world sought him out to be their teacher. It gave him great purpose and helped him feel he was contributing to the work. He loved horses, baseball and basketball and spent many hours of his youth engaged in those activities.

Oscar is survived by his children Oscar (Susan) Bluth, Vicki Bluth Moesinger, Gena Bluth Cravey, Dennis (Denise) Bluth, Gary (Marcia) Bluth, Brent (Kristine) Bluth; 37 grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren; and his 102-year-old sister, Flossie Bluth Robinson.

Oscar was preceded in death by his wife, Marie; two daughters, Sheryl Bluth Farr and Cynthia Bluth; a grandson, Robert Bluth; his parents; four brothers, Lothaire, Mac, Lynden, Gayle; and three sisters, Fannie, La Prele and Lucy.

Funeral services

• Funeral services will be Saturday, March 30, at 11:30 a.m. at the Willow Wood Ward, 638 East Canyon Center Drive, Cedar City, Utah.
• A visitation will be held Saturday, prior to services, from 10-11 a.m. at the church.
• Interment will be in the St. George City Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings please visit Metcalf Mortuary online.

Dec. 31, 1924 – March 24, 2019

Florien “Flo” Wineriter, 94, passed away March 24, 2019. He was born Dec. 31, 1924, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Franklin G. Wineriter and Geneveive Wickens.

His radio career began as an announcer at KUTA while he was a senior at Granite High School in 1943 and concluded when he retired from KSL in 1986. During those 43 years his caring voice was also heard by listeners to KDYL and KALL. His career included several years as a disc jockey and the last 25 years as a newscaster.

Flo was married three times: Barbara Cook, Carol Peters Todd and Connie Ellerbeck. All three preceded him in death. He is the father of Susan Yates, Terry Wineriter and John Wineriter. He was also called “dad” by stepchildren: Stanie, Nancy, Fawnette and Don Todd; and Kelly, Lela and Connie Peterson.

In addition to his career in broadcasting, Flo was active in several service organizations, the Unitarian Church and the Humanists of Utah. In keeping with his philosophy of “caring enough to give his very best,” Flo has donated his body to the University of Utah Body Donor program at the School of Medicine.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in memory of Flo to any of those organizations.

The family would like to give thanks to Dixie Hospice and the Beehive Homes staff for the kind and compassionate care given to Flo.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings please visit Metcalf Mortuary online.

July 2, 1935 – March 22, 2019

Nina Montez Quintanilla, age 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at her home in Cedar City, Utah, on March 22, 2019. She was born July 2, 1935, to Domingo and Andrea Montez of Raymondville, Texas. She was raised in a loving home as the sixth of eight children.

Nina married Mathias Quintanilla on July 3, 1954, in Bristol, Illinois. They moved to Utah in 1961 and were sealed in the St. George Temple on Sept. 2, 1962.

When Nina moved to Cedar City she made many friends waitressing at Hughes Cafe and the Town & Country Inn. She spent 30 years working for the Iron County School District in the lunch rooms of elementary schools. The highlight of her day was interacting all of “her kids” as they came through the lunch line.

Nina loved being a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many callings, including the Relief Society President of the Spanish branch. Because of her love for children her favorite calling was in the primary, where she served many years.

Nina’s hobbies included gardening crocheting, and baking for her family and friends. If you were lucky enough to see her out and about you would be greeted with a beautiful smile and a warm hug. She was always dressed up with her hair and makeup done, outfit complete jewelry, and smelling amazing with her unmistakable perfume.

After retirement Nina and Matias enjoyed spending the winters in Quartzsite, Arizona, frequenting flea markets, square dancing and taking sightseeing Jeep rides.

Nina is survived by her husband Matias Quintanilla; sons Matias (Helen) Quintanilla, Mike (Tiffany) Quintanilla, Mylo (Debbie) Quintanilla, Mayo (Susan) Quintanilla; seven grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; two brothers and 1 sister. She was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters and one brother.

Funeral services

• Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 29, at 1 p.m. at the Heritage Park Chapel (290 W. 1045 North) in Cedar City, Utah.
• A viewing will be held prior to the services Friday, March 29, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Heritage Park Chapel.
• Interment will be held at the Cedar City Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary.

The family would like to thank Ethan Bunker and Suntree Hospice Services for the loving care and service that they showed Nina and her family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Southern Utah Mortuary.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings please visit Southern Utah Mortuary online.

Aug. 6, 1972 – March 24, 2019

Vincent Suene Tauanuu, 46, passed away March 24, 2019. He was born Aug. 6, 1972, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Feleita (Alaipalelei) of Pavaiai, American Samoa, and Suene Tauanuu of Se’etaga, American Samoa. Vince was sealed to his eternal companion, Jennifer Lynn Brown, on June 14, 1997, in the Los Angeles Temple.

Vincent was raised in Westminster, California. He attended Midway Elementary for preschool and kindergarten. In first grade, at Finley Elementary he climbed a wall to retrieve a ball and, in the process, tore his armpit. The remainder of his grade school days were spent as a Fryberger Falcon. He then attended Johnson Middle School where he played the saxophone in the school band. As a Westminster Lion, he played football and volleyball. This earned him first team All-American honors with the Sunset League for both sports and Athlete of the Year in 1990.

After graduating from Westminster High School, Vincent served a full-time mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Hartford, Connecticut Mission.

From 1992 to 1994, he then attended Golden West College where he played football and earned his associate degree. In 1995, coach Kyle Wittingham and coach McBride recruited Vince as a defensive end for the University of Utah. He received his bachelor’s degree in parks and recreation from the U and killed it on the defensive line.

Vincent’s calling in life was to work with the youth. He taught at Kearns Junior High and Westlake High School. He also coached softball at Westlake, volleyball at Dixie State and football at Alta, Westlake, East, Cyprus, Southern Utah University and ended his coaching career with the Snow Canyon Warriors. He was also heavily involved with the All Poly program that specialized in not only coaching but helping youth pursue a higher education.

His hobbies included golfing as much as possible, playing softball in his local city leagues, Facebook, cooking, Disneyland (especially eating turkey legs), and his ultimate favorite: his family.

He is survived by his eternal companion, Jennifer, and their children Suene William (20), Addison Oliana (18), Wesley Kini (16), Mikelle Ema (13), Avery Veli Masele (11) and Ricki Joshua (Grace) Tu’umalo; his mother, Feleita; sisters Oliana (Akeripa) Tau, Ema (Kaisa) Viiga, Melanie (Aiafano) Murray, Patisepa (Uelitone) Taula, Fereita Emma, Nevaeh Felila Tuvaelagi and Bryanna McKayla Fetoimailelagi; brothers Afele (Kelley) Letua, Benjamin (Becky) Brown, and Suene Eliuta; along with 14 nephews; 22 nieces; six great-nephews; and six great-nieces.

He was preceded in death by his niece Bryanna Felila Viiga, brother Talosaga (Amy) Talosaga and father/hero Suene Tauanuu.

Funeral services

• Funeral services will be Friday, March 29, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 625 E. Center St., Ivins, Utah. Viewing will be at 9 a.m. followed by the service at 11 a.m.
• Interment will take place at Ivins Cemetery.

On behalf of Vincent Tauanuu’s family, we would like to give a special thank you to Dr. Carlos Mercado (nephrologist) and staff, Dr. Zachary L. Reece (oncologist) and staff, Sandy City Fire Department, Red Cliffs 1st Ward, Marsha and Richard Brown and all those who knew and loved Vince.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-673-2454.

Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at Spilsbury Mortuary online.

Feb. 22, 1956 – March 26, 2019

Douglas LyDell Law, 63, passed away on March 26, 2019, at home surrounded by loved ones. He was born on Feb. 22, 1956, in Boise, Idaho, to Whipol Law and Nadine Hardy. He married Carolyn Scherf in the Idaho Falls Temple on May 12, 1978.

Doug lived a full life in the service of others. He was the chief of police in Montpelier, Idaho, Caldwell, Idaho, and then finished his career in Mesquite, Nevada. Following his retirement, he was recruited by the U.S. State Department to serve as public safety liaison in Central America, being stationed in Panama for two years.

He served as a bishop, a member of the high council, and many other bishoprics and auxiliaries. He loved working with youth. His joy was in spending time with his children and grandchildren.

He is survived by his spouse Carolyn; children Jamison (Michelle), Jeremy (Liesl), Cody (Heather), Adam (Natalie), Lindsay (Matthew); and 20 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father Whipol; mother Nadine; and sister Tina.

Funeral services

• Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 30, at 1 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Chapel at 452 N. 2600 West in Hurricane, Utah.
• A viewing will be held at 11:30 a.m. at the same location.
• Interment will follow the funeral services at Hurricane City Cemetery. Police color guard honors presented by Mesquite Police Department.

Arrangements and memorial tree planting by Serenity Funeral Home, 435-986-2085.

Family and friends are invited to share tributes at Serenity Funeral Home online.

June 6, 1947 – March 24, 2019

In loving memory of David A. Potter, age 71, who passed away at his home March 24, 2019, after a short but courageous battle with lung cancer.

He was born June 6, 1947, in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania, to Albert Lamond and Lanelle Rose Potter. He was raised and lived in Minersville, Utah, where he met and married Linda Cook in Milford, Utah, November 1964. Together they had one daughter, Trena Lynn. They later divorced. He then met and married Rose Nerene DeMille, Jan. 21, 1968, and together they had two children, Wade and Shelly. After their divorce he met Violet Jean Robbins and together they had one daughter, Wendy Jean. Later, David and Violet went their own ways. Later on he met up with a gal he knew from his high school days and spent his later years with Mary Worthen Pike. They had many years together and took good care of one another.

Dad joined Union Pacific Railroad in 1967 in Milford, Utah, and later transferred to Salt Lake City in 1969 and lived there until 2008. He and Mary then moved to Beaver Dam, Arizona, where he lived out the remainder of his life.

Dad was a hard worker who was very punctual and worked all the overtime he could get. Dad loved the Old West culture and was a true mountain man. He will be truly missed.

David is survived by his partner Mary Pike, Beaver Dam, Arizona; his son Wade Potter, West Valley, Utah, his daughter, Shelly (Kevin) Jones, Taylorsville, Utah; stepchildren Tami Wilkin, West Valley, Utah, Marvin (Robyn) Worthen, Desert Springs, Arizona, and Henry (Leisa) Worthen, Cedar City, Utah; six grandchildren, nine stepgrandchildren and 18 great-stepgrandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters Rosalie (Dave) Cumberledge, Carter Lake, Iowa, and Deanna Potter Bradshaw, Salt Lake City, Utah. He was preceded in death by his parents, and daughters Wendy Jean and Trena Lynn.

Funeral services

• A graveside inurnment service will be held Saturday, April 6, at 2 p.m. at the Minersville City Cemetery, Minersville, Utah. In honor of David’s beliefs and traditions please feel free to come as you are, no dress-up required.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-673-2454.

Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at Spilsbury Mortuary online.

April 19, 1928 – March 27, 2019

Gene Mahan passed on March 27, 2019, in St. George, Utah. She was born in Amarillo, Texas, on April 19, 1928.

She was preceded in death by her husband Berry Forrest Mahan Sr. and her son Berry Forrest Mahan Jr.

She is survived by her children John Earl, Marilyn Kopf and Kathaleen “KC” Spencer, and by grandchildren Berry Forest III, Kelly Marie, Andrew James, Daniel Steven, Kara, Kadie, John, Michael, Nicole Tudor, Thomas Michael, Jennifer Ranft, Jason Prevost, and 26 great- and great-great-grandchildren.

Gene had many callings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the PTA. She worked for years in banking. She was a long-time resident of Concord, California, and the past decade she has lived in Hurricane, Utah, with her daughter.

Funeral services

• A visitation will be held Wednesday, April 3, from 6-8 p.m. at the Spilsbury Hurricane Valley Mortuary, 25 N. 2000 West, Hurricane, Utah.
• Gene will be interred at Oakmont Cemetery in Lafayette, California, in a private family graveside service and grave dedication under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Spilsbury Mortuary, 435-673-2454.

Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at Spilsbury Mortuary online.

May 16, 1932 – March 26, 2019

On May 16, 1932, a quiet soul entered into this world by his parents Ruth Asay and Ervin Hall. Dale was born at home in Washington, Utah. He and his siblings worked side by side with their parents on the family farm.

Dale enlisted in the U.S. Army at the age of 20. He proudly served his country in the Korean War. After returning home he married Rose Marie Thompson (later divorced). Together they had two sons, Ross and Gary Hall. They raised their family in Washington, Utah, while he drove truck for Rocky Mountain Produce.

In 1976 he met and married Marilyn Irene Reeves in St. George, Utah. Together they blended their families and lived happily ever after until his death on March 26, 2019.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents; his son Ross Hall; his stepson Daniel Reeves; his stepgrandson Brant Smith; his sisters Fauntella Lee and Ervena Deuel; and brother Vernon Hall.

He is survived by his wife Marilyn Hall; his brother LaVon Hall; sister Hazel Siler; his son Gary Hall; stepchildren Irene Reeves, Robert (Bonnie) Reeves, David (Laura) Reeves, Patricia Smith; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Funeral services

• A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 4, at the First Southern Baptist Church, 475 W. Buena Vista Blvd., Washington, Utah, at 10 a.m. followed by funeral services at 11 a.m.
• Interment with full military honors will be at the Tonaquint Cemetery, St. George.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings please visit Metcalf Mortuary online.

Jan. 30, 1979 – March 25, 2019

Aaron James Dalton, 40, unexpectedly returned home on March 25, 2019. He was born in Las Vegas, Nevada, to Douglas Dalton and Linda Lee Johnson on Jan. 30, 1979.

Aaron grew up in Las Vegas, Nevada, and moved to Hurricane, Utah, in 1991, after Michael Johnson married his mom and became the patriarch of the family. He taught Aaron everything he knew about everything in heaven and on earth, including working hard, playing hard and everything in between.

Aaron was always funny and kind but his light had dimmed over the years due to chronic pain and depression from a combination of previous accidents and a series of unfortunate events. Nevertheless, he still found joy spending time with his family, his friends and fishing. He especially found joy in his brother Isaiah, who he became a father figure to.

We are grateful that he is out of pain now.

Aaron left behind his birth parents and stepfather, Fred Arnold; his siblings Roquel (Shawn) Russell, Kevin Johnson, Melanie (Dustin) Roberts, Rick Dalton, Helena (Derek) Visser, Ryan Dalton, Isaiah Johnson; and nieces and nephews who love him dearly, as well as lots of aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents and Michael Johnson, who we know was on the other side to greet him with the biggest bear hug.

Funeral services

• Memorial services will be held Friday, April 5, at 11 a.m. at the Hurricane 6^th Ward Chapel, 677 S. 700 West, Hurricane, Utah.
• The family will be greeting friends and family prior to services at 10 a.m.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.

For condolences, full obituary and funeral listings please visit Metcalf Mortuary online.