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Santiago Gomez Avalos

Santiago Gomez Avalos

Jun 29, 2025

A prayer vigil will be from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 3, 2025, followed by visitation at Walker Funeral Home located at 587 South 100 West in Payson, Utah.

There will be a prayer vigil on Saturday, July 5, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. followed by mass at San Andres Catholic Church,...

Geraldine “Geri” Spencer

Geraldine “Geri” Spencer

Jun 28, 2025

Our beloved mother and grandmother Geraldine S Spencer, age 98, peacefully passed away on June 28, 2025, in Salem, Utah. She was joyfully reunited with her dear husband John “Jack” Douglas Spencer and our Heavenly Father.

She was born to Bert James and Margaret Gough Sanford in Payson, Utah where she and her sister Leola were raised....

Kelly Martin Nielsen

Kelly Martin Nielsen

Jun 28, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kelly Martin Nielsen, 45, of Salem, Utah. A beloved husband, devoted father, cherished son and brother, and loyal friend to all who knew him, Kelly tragically lost his life in a farm accident. We are heartbroken and devastated by his sudden passing, yet we find comfort in the countless lives he...

Yeuan-Ching (Betty) Peterson

Yeuan-Ching (Betty) Peterson

Jun 26, 2025

My mother Yeuan-Ching Peterson (or Betty to most) was a kind person. She cared about everyone around her but didn’t always know how to show it. So, she said hello with a smile, she gave them treats—exotic sodas and chocolates of every shape—and she wrote them notes, sometimes with cute little drawings. No guest ever left our house without...

Melody Elise Glover

Melody Elise Glover

Jun 26, 2025

Melody Elise Glover, a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and true disciple of Jesus Christ, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and unwavering service. Her name, Melody, means “a song” or “a sweet tune”—a fitting reflection of the life she lived. Melody’s presence brought harmony to the lives of those around her. Her words comforted, her...

Lynda Kay Thomsen Scott

Lynda Kay Thomsen Scott

Jun 25, 2025

Lynda Kay Thomsen Scott, beloved wife, mom, grandma, sister, and loving friend, passed away peacefully with her daughter Sara by her side on June 25, 2025, in Provo Utah, at the age of 82. Born on December 8, 1942, in Park City, Utah, to Edward Ray and Florence Thomsen, Lynda was raised in a loving home and graduated from...

Kelly Bruce Farrer

Kelly Bruce Farrer

Jun 25, 2025

The world is a little less fun today as we remember our beloved father, son, grandfather, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, friend and more, Kelly Bruce Farrer, who left this life on June 25, 2025. Kelly was a big personality; he made us laugh with silly jokes and stories, so many stories. One of his joys in life was sharing...

Dwena Jo Wilson

Dwena Jo Wilson

Jun 24, 2025

Dwena Jo Wilson, affectionately known as Dee, passed away peacefully at her home on June 24, 2025, in Payson, Utah, at the age of 68.

Dee was born on October 23, 1956, in Versailles, Missouri. She spent her early childhood in Tipton, Missouri, before moving with her mother and sister to Kansas City following her parents’ divorce...

Donna Henningson

Donna Henningson

Jun 22, 2025

On Sunday June 22, 2025, our loving mother, grandmother and friend Donna Jean Henningson passed away at the age of 72 in Spanish Fork, Utah. Donna was born on June 7, 1953 in Price, UT, the youngest daughter to Nola Lucy Anderson and Tom Corbett McBroon.

Donna married Kenneth Neil Henningson in February of 1968 and had...

Abigail Scout Whitlock

Abigail Scout Whitlock

Jun 22, 2025

With broken hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, Abigail Scout Whitlock, who left us far too soon on June 22, 2025, at just 7 months old. Abigail was born on October 29, 2024, to her devoted parents, Quinten and Jordan Whitlock, in a world that instantly became brighter by her presence.

Abigail came into...

Stephen Kent Ohlsen

Stephen Kent Ohlsen

Jun 21, 2025

Stephen Kent Ohlsen, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, at his home in Payson, Utah, at the age of 85.

Born on January 25, 1940, in El Dorado, Kansas, to Verle “Slim” Ohlsen and Billie Asbury, Stephen’s early life was shaped by the wide open Kansas plains, where he...

Carol Jean Goold

Carol Jean Goold

Jun 20, 2025

Carol Jean Goold passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Christmas Day, 1936, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Dr. Herbert and Marian Blackstone and was raised in Bridgeport, Nebraska, alongside her cherished sisters, Mary Ann Strong (Donald) and Ann Lott (Roger).

Carol attended Cottey College in Nevada,...

Wayne L. Kunze

Wayne L. Kunze

Jun 20, 2025

Our beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend Wayne L. Kunze of Ferron, Utah, took his final ride on June 20, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born in Springville, Utah on August 11, 1940, to Emil and Donna Kunze. Wayne received his education in the public schools there, where he participated in all sports. He excelled...

Vicky Lynn Dibble Jacobson

Vicky Lynn Dibble Jacobson

Jun 20, 2025

Vicky Lynn Dibble Jacobson was born to Blaine and Doris Dibble in Payson, Utah, where she spent her entire life surrounded by the people and places she loved. She graduated from Payson High School on May 23, 1968, and married the love of her life, Dennis Jacobson, on May 25, 1969.

Vicky worked at Zions Bank for...

Bryan Don Knotts

Bryan Don Knotts

Jun 18, 2025

Bryan Don Knotts, affectionately known as Papa, Father Bear, and BK, passed away on June 18, 2025. Born on September 20, 1965, in Payson, UT, Bryan lived a life defined by love, laughter, and genuine compassion for those around him.  His zest for life was infectious, and his ability to connect with others was truly remarkable.

Bryan...

Cynthia Lorraine Adams

Cynthia Lorraine Adams

Jun 15, 2025

Cynthia Lorraine Adams, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025, leaving behind a beautiful legacy of love, generosity, and unwavering faith.

Born in Ndola, Zambia (formerly Northern Rhodesia), on December 6, 1935, to Laurence Louis de Grandhomme and Lily Petty, Cynthia was the youngest of seven children. Though she lost her father...

Dennis James Martin

Dennis James Martin

Jun 15, 2025

On Sunday, June 15, 2025, our loving father, husband, brother, and friend, Dennis James Martin passed away at the age of 81 in American Fork, Utah. Dennis was born on February 10, 1944, in Payson, Utah, the second son to Elaine Reynolds and Earl Wilford Martin. He attended Peteetneet School, Payson Jr. High, and was a proud alumnus of...

Travis James

Travis James

Jun 15, 2025

Travis Keith James age 53, passed away on June 15th, 2025, after facing ongoing heart complications. Travis was known for his kind heart, generous spirit, and quiet strength. He was a free spirit something we all loved about him. He believed success wasn’t measured by wealth or status, but by honesty, hard work, and how you treat others—values he lived...

Martha Fotheringham Knotts

Martha Fotheringham Knotts

Jun 15, 2025

Our dear mother, Martha Fotheringham Knotts returned to her loving Heavenly Father on the morning of June 15, 2025 at the age of 96 surrounded by her family that loved her so much!

Martha was born November 25, 1928 in Minersville, Utah to Joseph Glen Fotheringham and Oralie E Thompson.  She spent her childhood in Minersville.  Martha...

Clark Spencer

Clark Spencer

Jun 15, 2025

Clark Orien Spencer passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Mountain View Hospital in Payson from complications that could only come from living such an eventful life. He often joked, “If I’d known I was going to live this long, I would’ve taken better care of myself.”

Clark was born on November 15, 1940,...

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