Robert Deyo Talbert
May 14, 2026
Robert Deyo Talbert, better known as Bob to family and friends passed away peacefully on Thursday May 14, 2026 surrounded by family members. Bob was born at home on the family farm in Onarga, Illinois on May 26, 1933. He was the youngest of five children born to Clyde and Marion (Osgood) Talbert.
He grew up in...
Ezra Ortinez
May 14, 2026
We are deeply saddened to share that Ezra Ortinez, a beloved son, family member, and friend, passed away unexpectedly due to complications after brain tumor surgery. He was only 28 years old, and his kindness and generous spirit touched the lives of many.
Ezra was born in Provo, Utah, on June 13, 1997, son of Sergio Ortinez...
Jerold John “Jerry” Kasha
May 13, 2026
Jerold John “Jerry” Kasha, 89, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026, in Mapleton, Utah. He was born on February 17, 1937, in Ohio to John and Mary Kasha. Jerry spent much of his life in North Hollywood, where he built a life centered around family, hard work, faith, and the hobbies he loved most.
On October...
Blake Alan Hathaway
May 11, 2026
Blake Alan Hathaway, aged 62, passed away at home in West Valley, Utah on May 11, 2026. Blake was born to Sheldon and Francis Holm Hathaway on July 10, 1963, in Payson, Utah. Blake was the youngest of five children. He attended Park View Elementary School, Payson Jr. High School, and Payson High School; he later earned his GED...
Deborah Ann Patterson
May 11, 2026
Deborah Ann Patterson, lovingly known as Debbie/Aunt Debbie, passed away on May 11, 2026, in Payson, Utah, at the age of 72. She was born on October 11, 1953, in Denver, Colorado, to Malcolm and Alice Patterson.
Debbie grew up in several places she would forever call home, including Denver, Colorado; 29 Palms, California; and Panguitch, Utah....
Kenneth Brent Peay
May 10, 2026
Ken Peay was born Dec 16, 1948 in Payson, Utah. He was raised in Benjamin where he attended Spanish Fork High school, and went on to receive a Certificate of Technology from SUSC, a Bachelor’s Degree from USU, and a Master’s from BYU. While attending SUSC, Ken was blessed with two beautiful daughters.
Somewhere in between Ken...
Hyrum Louis Shell
May 10, 2026
With sorrow at a life taken too soon, yet with faith in Jesus Christ and the promise of eternal life, we announce the passing of Hyrum Louis Shell, who returned home to his Heavenly Father following a tragic motorcycle accident on the evening of May 10th 2026.
Hyrum Louis Shell was born on January 18,...
Gary Patrick “Pat” Jacobson
May 9, 2026
Gary Patrick “Pat” Jacobson, 50, passed away in his home on May 9, 2026. Pat was born on December 6, 1975, in Provo to Lynn and Sharon Jacobson. He grew up in Spring Lake as the youngest of five children and attended school in Payson.
Pat married Kassie Turpin in April 2000, and although they later divorced...
Holly Jan Money-Collins
May 7, 2026
Our sweet wife, mother, sister, cousin, friend, Holly Jan Money-Collins, passed away Thursday morning, May 7, 2026, with her devoted husband and daughter at her side. Holly was the third child of Constance Frehner Money and Fred Andrus Money, born January 17, 1958 in Redwood, California.
Holly graduated from Lassen Union High School in Susanville, California, where...
Rose Ellen Hall
May 6, 2026
Rose Ellen Hall, 53, of Spanish Fork, Utah, passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by the family she loved so fiercely. Born November 9, 1972, in Boulder, Colorado, to Robert Franklin Hall and Mary Ellen Thompson Hall, Rose was the third of seven children and grew into a protector, helper, and bright spark...
Dena Hiatt
May 6, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Dena Acord Hiatt, who peacefully departed this life on May 6, 2026, at the age of 45. Dena was a beacon of light and love, born on May 23, 1980, in Provo, Utah, to the late Craig Acord and Terry Lowe Acord. Her life, though shortened,...
Matthew Eliga Fiapule Tuilesū
May 5, 2026
Matthew Eliga Fiapule Tuilesū, age 51, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday May 5, due to pre-existing health issues. Matthew leaves behind a legacy of curiosity, service, and a legendary commitment to the “official rules.” Born in San Francisco, California, on April 8, 1975, Matt was the third of five children born to Eliga Fiapule and Susan Acom Brannon Tuilesū....
Vietta Durfee
May 3, 2026
Vietta Marie Furgason Durfee, of Payson, Utah, passed away on May 3, 2026, after a valiant fight against cancer. Surrounded by her loving children, she peacefully slipped away. She is now free from earthly suffering, illness, pain, and is resting in peace among the angels.
Vietta was born on September 13, 1967, in Rexburg, Idaho, to Homer...
Ginger Hickman Kindell
May 3, 2026
Ginger Hickman Kindell, 82, of Payson, Utah, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, at Orchard View Assisted Living.
Ginger was born on November 23, 1943, in Bend, Oregon, to Wesley and Bonnie Hickman. She grew up alongside her two brothers and one sister and often shared fond stories of her childhood in Oregon, where she learned...
Leslee Collum Harding
May 3, 2026
Leslee Collum Harding, 64, of Spanish Fork, Utah, passed away at her home on May 3, 2026. She was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Her presence will be deeply missed.
Leslee is survived by her husband, Rick Harding; her son Jacob Palmer of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, his wife Tara; Leslee’s grandson Nova Palmer; her...
Roger D. Knotts
May 3, 2026
Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Roger D Knotts returned to the arms of his Heavenly Father on May 3 rd , 2026.
Roger was born on May 9 th , 1939, in Spanish Fork, Utah to Donald Joseph and Enid Irene Bean Knotts. Roger enjoyed a variety of outdoor activities while growing up. He fished,...
Helga Van Wyk
May 3, 2026
Helga van Wyk passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, in Chicago with her husband, Guillaume, by her side. She was 45.
Born in Nelspruit, South Africa, to Willem and Anna (Myburgh) Blom, Helga grew up on the family farm, running barefoot through maize fields. Even though their home was adjacent to Kruger National Park, a place...
Gayle Goble Ord
May 3, 2026
Gayle Goble Ord, 92, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family. She was born May 27, 1933, in Salt Lake City, Utah to Alice Evelyn (Sadler) Goble and Kenneth Goble. Her life was defined by devotion to family, a brilliant and inquisitive mind, and a deep well of love that she shared freely with all who knew her.
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Merrill James Mckell
May 3, 2026
Merrill James McKell, lovingly known as “Sig,” passed away peacefully at home in Spanish Fork, Utah, on May 3, 2026, at the age of 91. He was born on January 2, 1935, in Spanish Fork, Utah, to Merrill Goodson McKell and Thelma Sophia Johnson McKell.
Sig spent his life in the place he loved most, Spanish Fork,...
Brice Edward Thomas
May 3, 2026
Brice Edward Thomas 67, of Lake Shore, UT, sadly passed away on May 3 rd, 2026. A hard working man with a kind heart, Brice was always willing to help others no matter the challenge. Known by many as “Spooky,” a nickname he earned from being born on Halloween, he lived life to the fullest and left a lasting...
