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Rachel Poulsen

Rachel Poulsen

Nov 6, 2023

Rachel Joyce Poulsen 5/2/1931 – 11/6/2023 Rachel Joyce Poulsen, 92, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023 at The Gables Assisted Living facility closely surrounded by her immediate friends and family members. She was born on May 2, 1931 in Blackstone, MA to William Cochrane and Anne Bradbury Cochrane. Rachel was one of 5 children born to William and Anne....

Linda Fletcher

Linda Fletcher

Oct 28, 2023

In the grand tapestry of life, a vibrant thread was cut on October 28, 2023 when Linda Cobbley’s journey ended. Having battled cancer with the most positive attitude ever, she left with a smile on her face, at home, surrounded by people who loved her dearly while holding the hand of her best friend and love of her life, Del....

Kathryn Black

Kathryn Black

Oct 28, 2023

Kathryn Mary Appleton Black October 26, 1950 — October 28, 2023 Brigham City, Utah Kathryn died at home on October 28, 2023. She was a fifth-generation Oregonian, born October 26, 1950, to Donna Mary Scott Appleton and Dale Frederick Appleton in Eugene, where she spent her childhood and was proud to be a Girl Scout. Her adolescence was spent further...

Myrle Brightenburg

Myrle Brightenburg

Oct 24, 2023

Myrle Reeder Brightenburg Our loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Myrle Reeder Brightenburg, 81 passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at her home with her family surrounding her. She was born on Sunday, December 21, 1941 in Brigham City, Utah, the first of 7 children to Wallace V. and Opal Wight Reeder. She lived...

Jack Apodaca

Jack Apodaca

Oct 23, 2023

Jack Baca Apodaca August 27, 1943 - October 23, 2023 Jack was a loving husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend: although mostly a Brother in Christ. A friend to so many. He worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for 32 years. Jack went home to Jesus with a smile on his face. We are all grateful for the gift...

Vaughn Nielson

Vaughn Nielson

Oct 19, 2023

Vaughn Christian Nielson, was born on August 2, 1971, in Bountiful, Utah to Vaughn and Marlene Nielson. Vaughn was a man of infectious humor, boundless love, and inspiring courage, whose life was a testament to the power of faith and family. He was an Eagle Scout and a Journeyman Welder, demonstrating his enduring commitment to community service and skilled craftsmanship....

Timothy Stone

Timothy Stone

Oct 18, 2023

Timothy Roger Stone, 66, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at his home in Brigham City, Utah, Tim was born on June 1, 1957 in Cedar City, Utah, a son of William Joseph and Betty Merlein Tyner Stone. He graduated from Ashtabula High School in 1975. He joined the US Air Force and was a Corporal when he...

Taz Howard

Taz Howard

Oct 12, 2023

In Loving Memory of Taz Robert Howard Taz Robert Howard, born on January 14, 1993, in Brigham City, Utah, transitioned to eternal peace, leaving behind a tapestry of memories cherished by those who held him dear. Taz was a beloved son, a doting brother, and a loving father. He is survived by his mother, Sonja Chugg, and his father, Donovan...

Craig Hansen

Craig Hansen

Oct 11, 2023

Craig Reed Hansen died on October 11th in the comfort of his home. Craig grew up in Perry, Utah and continued to live there throughout his life. He was raised to work hard on his family farm and brought those skills to his own garden where he grew and gifted others his homegrown fruits and vegetables for years. Craig married...

Michael Weaver

Michael Weaver

Oct 9, 2023

Michael Smith Weaver, aged 75, of Honeyville, Utah, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side, on October 9, 2023. Born on November 22, 1947, in Ogden, Utah, Michael was a charismatic and loving soul who touched the lives of everyone he encountered. His generosity was boundless, and his intelligence was undeniable. His life was a testament to his...

Scott Coen

Scott Coen

Oct 6, 2023

Scott Melbourne Coen, fondly known as Scotty, was born on May 21, 1971, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Scott passed away on October 6, 2023, and lived a life defined by his humble demeanor, reliable nature, witty charm, and dedicated spirit. He was always meeting challenges with a smile and an infectious sense of humor. Scott's life was a testament to...

Connie Craft

Connie Craft

Sep 28, 2023

Connie Elizabeth Craft Connie Elizabeth Craft, 85, passed away peacefully of dementia on Thursday, September 28th, 2023, with her family by her side in Lee's Summit, Missouri. A visitation will be held from 11:00 to 11:45 am on Tuesday, October 10th at Gillies Funeral Chapel, 634 E 200 S, Brigham City, Utah with a Graveside service to begin at 12:00...

Bertha Jensen

Bertha Jensen

Sep 23, 2023

Berti (Bertha) Lucille Munger Jensen of Castro Valley, California passed away on September 23, 2023 following a gradual decline in her health. Berti was born in San Francisco, California, on January 29, 1932 to Merrick Edward Sigismund Munger and Lois Lydia Baker, during a rare snowstorm. She was the second of five children and raised in Sonoma, California. She graduated...

Iva Lou Groutage

Iva Lou Groutage

Sep 23, 2023

Iva Lou Pilkington Groutage, 98, died Sept. 23, 2023 in Logan, Utah. Iva Lou was born in Smithfield, Utah, the fourth child of Leland Farrell and Elsie Shilvock Pilkington on March 9, 1925. She married Harrison Thomas Groutage June 16, 1943 in the Logan Utah LDS Temple. When World War II ended, Harrison (Grout) and Iva Lou eventually settled in...

Fred Woodyatt

Fred Woodyatt

Sep 22, 2023

Fred Glen Woodyatt June 12, 1928 - September 22, 2023 Fred Glen Woodyatt, 95, passed away peacefully, with family by his side, on September 22, 2023. He was blessed with longevity and full life. However, in his final years he began to greatly anticipate being reunited with his dear Bonnie, and returning to his Heavenly home. Glen was born June...

Carolyn Ann Christensen

Carolyn Ann Christensen

Sep 19, 2023

Celebrating a life filled with courage, resilience, and an unwavering spirit, we share the news of the passing of Carolyn Ann Christensen on September 19, 2023 peacefully . Born in Phoenix, Arizona, on April 23, 1941, Carolyn Ann spent her life spreading inspiration, offering support, and creating lasting impacts in the lives of those she encountered. Her journey took her...

Adaline Tingey

Adaline Tingey

Sep 18, 2023

It is with profound sadness, we announce the brief yet beautiful life of Adaline Rose Tingey who was born and passed away on September 18, 2023, in Brigham City, Utah. Addie is the beloved first born child of Matthew and Bailie Tingey. While we will not have the opportunity to see her utter her first words or take her first...

Scott Nelson

Scott Nelson

Sep 4, 2023

We are here to celebrate the life of a man who was one of a kind, with a wacky personality and a wonderful heart. Scott Nelson passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023 following a stroke and heart complications. He was born in Brigham City, UT, on November 29, 1946. He then spent his days in Perry, Utah, spreading joy...

Roxanna Tippetts

Roxanna Tippetts

Sep 3, 2023

Roxanna Vivian Burt Hauenstein Tippetts, aka Grandma Rock, our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on September 3, 2023 leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Her life's journey, which began on February 15, 1940, in Seattle, Washington, was filled with boundless dedication to her family, faith, and a joyful, optimistic spirit that touched the hearts of...

Zachary Leavitt

Zachary Leavitt

Sep 1, 2023

On the evening of September 1st, 2023 Zachary Leavitt, left this world with his treasured wife of just one year, Emily Blaine, and his loving mother-in-law, Jennifer, and adored sister-in-law, Denali. When Zach came into this world he hit the ground running and never stopped. He has an insatiable appetite for life and wanted to learn and experience everything about...

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