Obituaries

Oct 17, 2026

Foster Lloyd Rappleye passed peacefully at home with his family around him, October 17th, 2026. He valiantly fought an eighteen year battle against Parkinson's, with fortitude and a healthy dose of humor.

He was born in Idaho Falls in December of 1948, but his parents felt it was far too cold and raised him in Orem, Utah....

Oct 16, 2026

George Ray Matheson "GR" passed away peacefully at age 94 on October 16, 2026, after a wonderful visit with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren the prior weekend.  He was born on February 21, 1932, in Cedar City, Utah to Joseph Ray Matheson and Georgia Camilla Wittwer.  GR used to love to point out that, "I'm one day older...

Oct 15, 2026

Tucker Orrin Weaver, was born on May 18, 2006, in Provo, Utah and was found deceased on October 15, 2026. Tucker had a keen intellect and was a creative, smart, funny, talented, and thoughtful individual. He was fiercely independent, private in nature, always skeptical of himself and others, and was a quiet observer of the world around him.

Oct 13, 2026

Joshua Brock Fraley was born on December 18, 1980. His passing was verified on October 13, 2026, due to natural causes. He loved his time in Salt Lake, his job, his friends, and his softball teams. During his entire life, Josh was a hard worker, giving service when someone needed it and enjoying the life he had built. He was...

Oct 13, 2026

Gary Norman Petersen passed away on October 9, 2026, after an illness with Cirrhosis of the Liver. Born April 6, 1971, to Brenda Barnett in Newton, Utah. Gary spent the first few years of his life in Brigham City and Logan, Utah. In August of 1979, Gary and his siblings, Christopher and Virginia Petersen, went to live with the...

Oct 13, 2026

Elsie Verna Teninty peacefully passed away at home in Payson, Utah, on October 13, 2026, surrounded by love.

Elsie was born on February 2, 1937, in Council, Idaho, to Vernie and Ruth Morris. One of six children, Elsie grew up with family at the center of her life, a value she carried with her throughout the years....

Oct 12, 2026

Born in Payson Utah to Nathan and Esther (Dockstader) Eden

Lynette lived her life serving others, she had a very loving soul. She was born a Leader

Graduated from Payson High School

She attended Hamburger University, received a Bachelor of Hamburgerology, worked for many years as a Manager at McDonald’s, she also was...

Oct 12, 2026

Casey Lane Waters, age 40, passed away surrounded by family on October 12, 2026, in Murray, Utah.

Casey was born in Payson, Utah to his parents, Robert Bruce and Pamela Eichler Waters. He was one of seven children. He attended schools in Payson and Spanish Fork and graduated from Spanish Fork High School. Casey was a member...

Oct 12, 2026

Karen Evans Corona, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, nurse, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2026, in Green River, Wyoming, at the age of 67.

Karen was born on September 10, 1959, in Dillon, Montana, to loving parents who instilled in her a strong work ethic, a devotion to family, and a lifelong desire to...

Oct 10, 2026

Kathrene Mendenhall Fuller was born in 1935 in Spanish Fork, Utah, to Max and Auline Mendenhall. She grew up in a loving home where hard work, faith, and family were at the heart of everyday life. Her father owned a local grocery store, and the family was active in the community and in the Diamond Fork Riding Club, where their...

Oct 10, 2026

Alton Frazier Reed, 89, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026, in Payson, Utah.

Alton was born on May 8, 1937, in Lamesa, Texas to Harley and Bufford Reed. He was the youngest of 4 children. He graduated from Lamesa High School in 1955. After high school, he joined...

Oct 10, 2026

Alden Holt Hyatt, age 93, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026, in Provo, Utah. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was marked by hard work, dedication, and love for his family.

Alden was born on September 11, 1933, in Parowan, Utah, to Chester and Vilate Holt Hyatt. He was raised...

Oct 10, 2026

Harold J. Cox, age 91 (pushing 92;), of Salem, Utah, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026, surrounded by family. Harold was born on February 26, 1935, to Lloyd Glenn Cox and Mildred Bernice Johnson in Ferron, Utah. He married Gloria Geniel Domgaard on August 18, 1956. They were later sealed in the Manti Utah Temple on May 24,...

Oct 8, 2026

Our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Steven Kay Johnson passed away at the age of 75 in Tulsa, Oklahoma on October 8, 2026.

He is survived by his wife, Judy Shuk Yee Yiu Johnson; his children: Benjamin (Mona) Johnson, Spring, Texas; Daniel (Jill) Johnson, Fairfax, Virginia. He is also survived by his 9 grandchildren: Torie (Colton) Osguthorpe,...

Oct 8, 2026

In Loving Memory of Dora Alicia Chavez Lopez

Our beloved mother, wife, grandmother, sister, and aunt, Dora Alicia Chavez Lopez, went home to heaven on October 8, 2026, after a courageous battle with ALS. Though her time with us was far too short, the love she gave, the strength she carried, and the beautiful life...

Oct 8, 2026

Some people walk into a room and quietly blend in. And then there was Sharlotte — who brought the happiness, the laughter, and the party wherever she went.

Born on July 18, 1973, to Roger and Barbara Allan Taylor, Sharlotte was a bright, happy spirit with a heart full of love and a personality that was impossible...

Oct 7, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kathleen Childs Yates, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who entered into the loving arms of our Heavenly Father on October 7, 2026, in Logan, Utah. Born in Springville, Utah, on April 5, 1936, Kathleen was the eldest child of Myron DeVere Childs and Lucille Johnson, who instilled in...

Oct 5, 2026

Rozina D. Woodland, born in Brigham City, UT on May 23, 1945. Rozina's life was a life filled with service. When you would ask Rozina about her childhood the story always began, "I was helping Dad…" That service which started at a very young age never stopped. Once she was married she still went over weekly and mowed the...

Oct 5, 2026

Laura Marie Coakwell Betts, age 65, passed away on October 5, 2026, at home in Payson, Utah. Laura was born to Richard Gordon and Carol Marie Keller Coakwell in Ithaca, New York on October 17, 1960. She was one of three children and was raised in Zanesville, Ohio.

She graduated from Muskingum High School in Ohio and...

Oct 5, 2026

Charles Daniel "Chuck" Watkins II, 76, passed away on October 5, 2026, surrounded by his family, and returned home to his Heavenly Father.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the Heritage Ward Chapel, 1850 South 2300 East, Spanish Fork, Utah. A viewing will be held from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m., followed by the...