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Sylvia Bessie Nichelson

Sylvia Bessie Nichelson

Mar 18, 2026

Sylvia Bessie Nichelson, formerly of Springfield,SD passed away on March 18, 2026 while residing at Spring Gardens, Heber City, Utah. She was 92 year old.

Sylvia was born August 7, 1933 to James and Hattie (Chrastil) Rychecky near Milford, NE. She grew up near Crete, NE where she graduated high school. Following high school while woking in Lincoln, NE she met...

Wendell J. Stembridge

Wendell J. Stembridge

Mar 18, 2026

Wendell J. Stembridge

October 19, 1938 – March 18, 2026

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Wendell J. Stembridge, 87, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born on October 19, 1938, to Gordon and Evalyn Stembridge in Peoa, Utah, where he lived his entire life on Woodenshoe. He lived a full and hardworking life rooted in...

William Harold Slagowski

William Harold Slagowski

Mar 17, 2026

William Harold Slagowski, 83, of Mountain View, passed away March 17, 2026 at his home.

He was born January 5, 1943, in Mountain View, Wyoming, a son of the late Earl Slagowski and Iduma Graham. In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by his sisters, Doris Slagowski Suiter, Peggy Ann Slagowski Bluemel, Edith Kay Slagowski Wilkinson, and Sheila...

Michael J. Koval

Michael J. Koval

Mar 17, 2026

Michael J. Koval passed away peacefully at his home in Evanston with his beloved wife at his side, after an almost six year battle against cancer.

He was born on December 31, 1948, to Michael and Ann Koval in Windber, PA. His family moved to Ohio when he was five years old.

Michael was a Marine and fought courageously for his country...

Sydnee M. Kennedy

Sydnee M. Kennedy

Mar 16, 2026

Sydnee Ann Mower Kennedy passed away peacefully surrounded by her children and loved ones on March 16, 2026, at the age of 90 in Randolph, Utah.

Sydnee was born July 21, 1935, to Julia Ann Sanderson Mower and Peter Henry Mower, and was named after her Grandfather Sidney Willis Mower. She was the first of six children, and each of...

Patricia Lynne King

Patricia Lynne King

Mar 16, 2026

Patricia Lynne Akins, 62, passed away unexpectedly on March 16, 2026. She was born on April 1, 1963, in Oakland, California, to William and Barbra Akins.She grew up in a happy family and spent many weekends at Lake McClure with her family, memories she carried with her throughout her life. She was a loving and caring big sister.Patricia later built...

Jacquelyn Marie Stonebraker

Jacquelyn Marie Stonebraker

Mar 14, 2026

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Jacquelyn Marie Stonebraker; beloved mother, wife, sister, grandmother, great- grandmother, aunt, great aunt, and friend, who left us following a courageous battle with cancer on March 14, 2026. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Born on February 6, 1941, in Cleveland,Ohio, Jacque lived a life marked by love, service, and an unwavering...

Wyman Kay Ovard

Wyman Kay Ovard

Mar 10, 2026

Wyman "Kay" Ovard March 10, 2026 Wyman "Kay" Ovard, 79, of Evanston, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, generosity, and unforgettable memories. Kay was a man of many talents and passions. For over 30 years, he built a reputation as a skilled lead mechanic, earning respect for his ability to fix...

Karma Jackson Gilmore

Karma Jackson Gilmore

Mar 10, 2026

Karma Jackson Gilmore was born in Randolph, Utah on October 18,1928 to Elmo and Isabelle (Jones) Jackson. She was 97 years old. She was the first-born child of eight children: Ada, Marvin, Marjorie, Morgan, Elmo (Moe), Myrtle, and Belva. Karma attended school in Randolph and later worked as a telephone operator. She met Joseph Fred Gilmore, who was the brother-in-law...

Carlene Barker

Carlene Barker

Mar 9, 2026

Carlene Shaw Barker came into this world as the third daughter and third child of six children of Walter and Phoebe Shaw on August 23, 1936 and peacefully returned to her Heavenly Father on March 9, 2026.Carlene was a fun loving person; she most enjoyed spending time with family, especially at the cabin in the Uintas. She enjoyed reading Western novels...

Darnell J Bagley

Darnell J Bagley

Mar 7, 2026

Darnell J Bagley passed away March 7, 2026, in Evanston, WY after a valiant 16-year battle with cancer. He was born September 19, 1945, in Afton, WY to Loraine and Geraldine (Ranzenberg) Bagley.

Darnell was raised in Fairview, WY helping on his family ranch. He graduated from Star Valley High School in 1964, then served a mission in Western Canada before...

Stuart LeDell Sandness

Stuart LeDell Sandness

Mar 5, 2026

Stuart LeDell Sandness passed away on the morning of March 5, 2026, in Evanston, Wyoming, after his battle with brain cancer. He was born on July 1, 1955, in Lamoure, North Dakota, to Vernon and Delores (Wollerman) Sandness.

Stuart grew up in North Dakota, where he developed a lifelong love for the outdoors. Much of his childhood was spent fishing, trapping,...

Vicky Lee Ricks

Vicky Lee Ricks

Mar 5, 2026

Our beloved Mom and Grandma, Vicky Lee Chestnut Ricks, 77, passed away at her home on March 5, 2026. 

She was born in Park City, Utah on February 17, 1949, to Joseph and Gladys (Fisher) Chestnut. 

She leaves behind her kids and numerous grandkids, Wesley (Connie) Chestnut of Duchesne, Michelle Clark of Evanston, Rena (Mike) O'Neal of Page AZ and William (Brianna)...

Mark Arthur Pasenelli

Mark Arthur Pasenelli

Mar 3, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mark Arthur Pasenelli, born on January 30, 1962, in Perth Amboy, New Jersey. 

Mark left this world on March 3, 2026, in Evanston, Wyoming, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.

Mark was preceded in death by his father, but he is warmly remembered by his devoted mother, Dorothy...

Kyle Weston Gordon

Kyle Weston Gordon

Mar 3, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we share the unexpected passing of Kyle Weston Gordon, age 25, on March 3, 2026. He was a cherished son, brother, and friend who will be remembered for his sense of humor, kind heart, and accepting nature.

Kyle was born on September 23, 2000, in Logan, Utah, to Weston Cregg Gordon and Heather Godding...

Elaine Buell Atkinson

Elaine Buell Atkinson

Mar 1, 2026

Elaine Buell Atkinson passed away on March 1,2026, at the age of 70. Born December 2,1955 in Heber, Utah.

Elaine grew up in Heber with her 6 siblings. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She graduated from Wasatch High School class of 1974 and continued her education at Weber State College starting a lifelong...

Connie Lynn Whittaker

Connie Lynn Whittaker

Feb 28, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Connie Lynn Whittaker, who left us peacefully on February 28, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on August 21, 1947, in Kemmerer, Wyoming, Connie spent her life dedicated to her family and her work, particularly as a valued employee with Wal-Mart for over 30 years. Her warm spirit and commitment to...

John Burton

John Burton

Feb 27, 2026

Born on June 22, 1944, to Harold and Violet Burton, John spent his life ranching on the Upper Bear River. He grew up on the ranch, raised his family on the ranch, and created wonderful memories with his wife, Carolyn, on the ranch. He seldom found reason to leave the ranch and rarely for more than three or four days...

Roy Edwin "Ed" Pennington

Roy Edwin "Ed" Pennington

Feb 24, 2026

Roy Edwin Pennington, known throughout his life simply as Ed, passed away at his Loveland, Colorado home on February 24, 2026, at the age of 87.

Ed was born in Evanston, Wyoming, on April 24, 1938, to Homer Edwin Pennington and Annie Elizabeth Schofield Pennington. It was a difficult premature home birth, and a doctor later remarked that without the devoted...

Ralph Edward Werner

Ralph Edward Werner

Feb 22, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Ralph Edward Werner, age 75.

Ralph was born on April 22, 1950, in Quincy, Illinois, to Dorothy and Fred Werner. He was the oldest of five children, with two brothers and two sisters. Ralph graduated from Manitou Springs High School in Manitou Springs, Colorado,...