Adele Youd, 60, of Spanish Fork, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2020, after a valiant battle with several illnesses. Adele was a beloved sister, aunt, teacher, and friend.

Adele was born September 1, 1959, to Leon E. and Margery Hansen Youd. She was the second of five children. She also stepped in as guardian extraordinaire for her two youngest sisters and as family matriarch after the death of their parents. Adele’s joys in life were her nieces and nephews. She looked forward to “Sunday Night Snack” when all of our family would gather together for great conversation, great dessert, and great memories.

Beyond her family, Adele’s great love was the elementary school students she taught for 35 years. Adele graduated from Brigham Young University in 1983 and began her teaching career at Edgemont Elementary School in Provo School District. She later moved to Canyon Crest Elementary where she taught 4th grade until she became a facilitator and intern mentor. Adele retired from education in 2017.

Adele was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She loved her Savior and served valiantly in Primary, Young Women, and Relief Society callings. She always said some of her best years were with her Young Women.

Adele loved books and faithfully collected Newbery and Caldecott award winners every year. She also had a penchant for cute shoes and brightly-colored clothes. An avid shopper, Adele maintained her elegant style to the very end. She loved fine perfume and a new tube of mascara.

There wasn’t much that would keep Adele home. She loved to travel and never turned down a quick trip to Salt Lake. Her favorite destination was Disney. Disneyland or Disney World, it didn’t matter; Adele was in. She also made amazing memories traveling to Europe with her sisters and friends.

Adele is survived by three sisters and one brother: Sharon Youd Miya, Calvin (Bertha) Youd, Mary Kathryn (Allen) Hall, and Deon Youd, all of Spanish Fork. She had 13 nieces and nephews.

“In the end,” Adele always quoted, “only kindness matters.” That’s what she said. That’s what she believed. That’s how she lived. The world never knew such kindness as the kindness of Adele Youd.

Due to concerns with Covid-19, services for Adele will be limited at this time. Family and close friends can visit with the family at Walker Mortuary in Spanish Fork from 10:30 am until noon on Friday, March 27, 2020; however, we ask that all wishing to attend respect social distancing recommendations. A graveside service will follow the viewing at 12:30 pm. Interment will be in the Spanish Fork City Cemetery. A celebration of Adele’s life will be scheduled for later this year when all who knew and loved her can join in remembering her life well-lived.