Robert Ralph Grow

1920 - 2005  (85 years)

OBITS: Standard-Examiner 16 Jan 2005; Ogden, Weber co., Utah

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Andrews, Sterling
PLEASANT VIEW - Sterling Andrew, 70, died January 14, 2005 in Ogden. He was
born March 29, 1935 to Ray and Zina Andrew. Sterling was an accomplished trap
shooter, winning many contest and tournaments. He was a member of The Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is survived by his brother, David
(Ilah), two nephews, Rodney (Marcie) and Kelly (Becky) and one cousin, Randy
(Stephanie) Keyes. The family would like to express special thanks to Aspen
Care Center and LeAnn for their loving care. Graveside Services will be held
on Tuesday, January 18, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Ben Lomond Cemetery. Friends
and family may call at Pleasant View 7th Ward , 2975 N. 1000 W. from 10 to
10:45 a.m. the day of the service. Arrangements under the direction of Aaron's
Mortuary & Crematory, 1600 Washington Blvd. Condolences may be extended to the
family at aarons@relia.net.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 1/16/2005 - 1/17/2005.

Barker, Carl L.
OGDEN - Carl L. Barker of Ogden, Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather,
Brother, Uncle, and Friend passed away after a long battle of Kidney Failure,
Heart Disease and Diabetes Carl was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints, Kingston Ward. He graduated from Ogden High School in 1961
and attended Weber State College. On July 7, 1983 Carl married the love of his
life Sandra A. Payne. Carl worked for Parsons, On Site Security, Job Corp, IMC
and Lee's Donuts. Carl Owned and Operated his own business Diversified
Orthodontic Laboratory of Utah for many years. He volunteered at Head Start.
He was a life long member of Stags Car Club. A member of AIM (Amputees in
Motion). He devotedly loved his wife Sandra. He loved spending quality time
with his beloved grandchildren. He enjoyed rebuilding cars, camping and making
jokes for giving and receiving laughter. Carl always had love and time for
everyone. He was loved and will be missed by all who had the opportuni ty to
know him. He is survived by his Wife Sandra, his son Mel Payne and his
daughter Christine M. Barker. His Mother-In-Law Nancy Holt, five
grandchildren; Andrew R. Payne (England), Shaylee Bennett-Payne, Dimitri S.
Barker, Sydney A. Payne (England), Keontae Barker, his brother F. Dee Barker,
(Donna), his sisters, Ruby B. Speechley (Roy), Delta B. Spendlove and LaDonna
T. Barker. Carl was preceded in death by his parents Albert William Barker and
Edith Rosetta Marsh Barker his brothers and sisters Robert W. Barker, Paul R.
Barker, Ione B. VanWoerkom, Norma Charlesworth., Art Spendlove. Special Thanks
to the Police Officers, Paramedics and Leavitt's Mortuary that assisted his
wife on the day of Carl's death. Also Thank You! Bonneville Kidney Dialysis
for taking such good care of him while in your care. In lieu of flowers the
family asks that your donations be made to Bonneville Kidney Foundation.
Funeral Services will be held January 19, at 11 a.m. at Leavitt's Mortuary,
836 - 36t h Street, Ogden, Utah. Friends may call at Leavitt's on January 18th
from 6 to 8 p.m., and on Wednesday, one hour prior to services. Interment will
be at Ben Lomond Cemetery. Send condolences to the family at
www.leavittsmortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 1/16/2005 - 1/17/2005.

Barnett, Louis A.
1922 - 2005 FARMINGTON - Louis Awawa Barnett, father, grandfather,
great-grandfather, passed peacefully from this life to his Heavenly Father's
kingdom on Wednesday, January 12, 2005. Although Louis was born in Hilo,
Hawaii on December 26, 1922 to Adelbert and Lovenia Barnett, he grew up and
resided for the majority of his life in Farmington, Utah. Serious health
problems marred his teenage years, culminating in the removal of one lung.
Despite doctors' judgements that he would not survive, he lived a long and
productive 82 years. He graduated from Davis High School and later earned a
bachelor's degree from the University of Utah. He married Eula Mae Garrett
March 19, 1947 in the Salt Lake Temple and raised two daughters, Adelle and
Barbara. With Eula, he owned and operated The Time Box in Layton and Barnett's
Jewelers in Kaysville. He later worked for many years at Hill Air Force Base
as an engineer and enjoyed working and traveling in conjunction with automatic
testi ng for military aircraft. Louis loved his family. He was a kind and
generous father. He devotedly cared for his wife during the years of
incapacity with rheumatoid arthritis before her death. He loved his
grandchildren and found great joy in being near his great-grandchildren while
they were living in his home and later when he was staying with Barbara. Louis
was a dedicated High Priest in the LDS Church, serving in many callings. He
especially loved serving as a missionary at Cherry Hill, as Executive
Secretary in the Farmington 2nd Ward, and as choir director and member of many
ward choirs and singing groups. In his later years, he was tireless in working
in the Family History Extraction program. He was always generous with his
time, his talents and his financial contributions. Louis is survived by his
two daughters, Adelle (R. Gary) Lowe and Barbara (Eric) Frederick, four
grandchildren: Eron (Lisa) Frederick, Kendall (Sarah) Frederick, Diana (Keith
McMunn) Frederick, Michael Frederi ck, five great-grandchildren: Jonathan,
James, Evan, Morghyn, Brolyn Frederick. The family would like to thank Dr. Val
Hansen, the staff at Lakeview Hospital and Vistacare Hospice for their
compassionate care and support. Funeral services will be held Monday, January
17, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Famington South Stake Center, 695 S. 200 E.
Friends may call Sunday, January 16, 2005 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Russon Brothers
Bountiful Mortuary, 295 N. Main and Monday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. at the
church prior to services. Interment Farmington City Cemetery. Online guest
book at www.russonmortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 1/15/2005 - 1/16/2005.

Busico, Celia Honey (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OFCELIA HONEY BUSICO January 16, 1927 - March 24, 2004 Happy
77th Birthday We all miss your beautiful smiling face so very much.If tears
could make a stairway to heaven, I would walk right up and bring you home.You
are always in our hearts Your Loving Family
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 1/16/2005.

Calton Jr., Archie
NO. OGDEN - Archie Calton passed away Wednesday evening, January 12, 2005, at
home from congestive heart failure and emphysema, he was surrounded by the
warmth and love of his family. I was born July 26, 1934 in Toms Town, Missouri
to Vivian B Calton and Archie A Calton Sr. My early youth was spent running
the hills of the Ozark Mountains with my dog Brownie. I was schooled in a
one-room school for the first three years. In 1951 we moved to Ogden, Utah. It
was in May of 1954 that I met the love of my life and the girl of my dreams,
Dorris M Walker (my beloved Dory Mae), we were married on August 5th of that
same year and my life was fulfilled with that wonderful woman. She bore me two
children, Tamara (Tammy) Leo and Steven Michael who both, in turn, made us
grandparents. We were blessed in celebrating 50 years of marriage this past
year. I worked for the Department of Defense at Hill Air Force Base for 36
years, retiring in 1987 as a foreman in the Jet Engine Shop. I also spent 11
years in the Utah National Guard B Battery 222nd FA. I volunteered at the Roy
Historical Museum for five years and I also did a lot of volunteer work with
the Telephone Pioneers of America. I was a member of Ascension Lutheran Church
in Ogden. I was preceded in death by my parents, sister Louisa, brothers
Virgil (Bill), Robert and Howard. I am survived by my loving wife Dorris
Calton; one sister Helen D (Garland) McCoy; two children Tamara L (Dennis)
Haislip and Steven Michael (Christina) Calton; five grandchildren Misty Mae
Haislip, Zachary Bryan Robertson, Bryonna Calton, Torrie and Alex Chotia; and
one great-grandson Gabriel C Bybee. I am also survived by three godchildren,
Teesha Wagner, Kash Amidan and Patricia Nolan as well as extended family and
many friends. Blessed be the Father, Son and Holy Spirit as it was in the
beginning, is now and forever more. Amen. The viewing will be held on Sunday,
January 16th from 6 to 8 p.m. and Monday from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at
Ascension Lutheran Church, 1105 N. Washington Blvd. The funeral services will
be Monday, January 17th at 1 p.m. at Ascension. Immediately following the
service, there will be a reception to honor Archie's memory and show support
to the family. There will be no graveside service. Funeral directors, Myers
Mortuary in Ogden. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Ascension
Lutheran Church's Building Fund in Archie's name. Send condolences to family
at www.myers-mortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 1/15/2005 - 1/17/2005.

Christensen, Ellen
BOTHWELL - Our beloved mother, Ellen W. Christensen was reunited with her
husband and son. She went home with grace to our Savior on January 14, 2005 in
Tremonton, Utah where she had been living at the Bear River Valley Care
Center. Ellen was born on March 25, 1917 in Thatcher, Utah to Mable Wheatley
and William Watt. Mom grew up in Thatcher, Utah where she met her eternal
companion, Oscar Christensen. After a courtship of dancing and fun they were
married in Bothwell and later sealed in the Logan LDS Temple. They were
blessed with three children and one surprise. Ellen became a hard worker at an
early age caring for her younger siblings at age ten when her mother passed
away. She continued throughout her life working hard assisting Oc with raising
turkeys and chickens and continued to find joy in serving others. She was
known as a woman of strong character, values, personal ethics and integrity.
She was compassionate, understanding and generous. She touched the li ves of
countless people for good and up to her final days filled the lives of others
with her gracious manor. She found the most joy playing in the dirt and
raising beautiful flowers, which she shared with everybody. She was an
excellent cook and shared her talent of cooking school lunch for many years
developing lifelong friendships. She was affectionately called "Grandma Great"
and "Grandma C" by her grandchildren. She will leave a lasting memory of
sharing rolls, cookies and homemade chocolates. Ellen was a devoted member of
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with a strong testimony of the
Gospel and shared her talents holding many callings. She leaves behind many
who loved her dearly: her one son, Gary (Connie) Christensen; two daughters,
Mable (Ron) Kay and Kayla (Jim) Wayment; daughter-in-law, Valoy Jones; two
brothers, Dee (Dorothy) Watt and Oleen (Evelyn) Watt; seven sisters, Ion Udy,
Valene (Clair) Andreasen, Leah (Leon) McDonald, Delilah (Larry) Thatcher,
Kathl een (Ron) Lemon, Alice (Ralph) Yearsley and Judy (Kenneth) Gilson. She
was preceded in death by her husband; her son, Deloy; two sisters and one
brother. We will celebrate her life Monday, January 17, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at
the Bothwell Ward Chapel located at 10350 West 11600 North, Bothwell. Family
and friends may visit on Sunday, January 16, 2005 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at
Rogers and Taylor Funeral Home located at 111 North 100 East, Tremonton and
also from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. on Monday prior to the funeral at the Bothwell
church. Interment will at the Valley View Bothwell Cemetery. The family would
especially like to thank the wonderful caregivers at the Bear River Valley
Care Center and her hospice nurses. On-line condolences may be expressed at
www.rogersandtaylor.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 1/15/2005 - 1/16/2005.

Conger, Gary
GARLAND - Gary R. Conger "Couger" died January 14, 2005 of Esophageal Cancer.
He was born August 13, 1936 to Ernie Ray and Merle Anderson Conger in
Tremonton, UT. He graduated from Bear River High School and attended Utah
State University for two years. While at USU Gary played basketball in 1959
and again for Air Force for three years and lettered four years in track. In
1949 and 50 he won A.A.U. Boxing Competition, in 1952 he won the Golden Gloves
Championship. He lettered three years in basketball, baseball, and was All
Region and All State Champion in 1955. Gary married Sharon Theurer and they
were later divorced. He then married and spent the last 22 years with Jean
Eskelson Conger. He served four years in the National Guard and four years in
the Air force. Gary was a member of FOE 2919 and was also an avid bird hunter
and a terrific BBQ cook. He worked for 35 years at Thiokol Corp and retired in
1995. Gary is survived by his wife, Jean; son, Curtis R. Conger (Ramona);
daughter, Cristi Jo Fiedel, step children; Rebecca Parsons, Cynthia Eskelson,
James David Eskelson; two grandchildren, Brandon Stimpson and T.J. Stimpson;
step grandchildren, Jeff, Amber and Jade Parsons, Jamie Peden, Anthony
Eskelson and three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by one brother;
David, and three sisters; Connie Richardson, Jolene (Sid) Culter, Terry
(David) Anderson, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his
parents, grandparents, and many aunts and uncles. Gary requested a family
viewing and graveside service. Interment will be in the Tremonton Riverview
Cemetery on Tuesday, January 18, 2005 at 11 a.m. Condolences may be extended
to the family online at www.rogersandtaylor.com. A special thanks to Alpine
Hospice & Pioneer Care Center for the week of wonderful care they gave Gary.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 1/16/2005 - 1/17/2005.

Grow, Robert
Robert Ralph Grow, 85, passed away Jan. 13, 2005. Born Jan. 9, 1920 in Salt
Lake City to Walter Veach and Lora Shelby Grow. Bob married Madeline (Jean)
White Oct. 21, 1939, and she survives him along with their three children,
Leanore Hanselman, Janice (Les) Bullock, and William (Joyce) Grow, as well as
grandchildren Bob (Mary) Hanselman, Tom Hanselman, Ivan, Guthrie, and Sonja
Grow, Andrew and Melissa Bullock as well as many beloved great- and
great-great-grandchildren. Brother John (Gretchen) Grow and sister Shirl (Pat)
Johnson survive Bob. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Norma.
Bob served in the U.S. Army in the Far East and retired from the U.S. Postal
Service. Following cremation, private family services will be held.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 1/16/2005.

Payne, Earl Sherman
SYRACUSE - Earl Sherman Payne, 82, left this earthly life to be with the Lord
on Wednesday, January 12, 2005. We will miss his kind and loving ways, but he
will live on in our hearts until we meet again. He was born December 3, 1922
in Paul, Idaho, son of George Myron and Ethel Burton Payne. He grew up on the
family farm in Syracuse, Utah. On August 8, 1942, he married Della Phillips.
His distinguished military career included service in the Korean and Vietnam
wars. He was awarded Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with two Oak
Clusters, Air Medal with six Oak Clusters, Defense Service Ribbon, United
Nations Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal,
Vietnam Commendation Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Air Force Outstanding Unit
Award, Air Force Longevity Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal,
American Campaign Medal, WWII Victory Medal. He retired as a Lt. Colonel in
1972. He retired to the family farm in Syracuse where he built his o wn house,
was a gentleman farmer, and pursued a second career in the auto salvage
business. Earl was a kind and patient man who was a wonderful husband, father,
and grandfather, as well as good and helpful friend to many, many people. He
will be very much missed by all who know and love him. He was preceded in
death by his father George Myron Payne, his mother Ethel Burton Payne, his
infant son Roger Lee Payne, his brothers Burton Payne and Noel Payne, his
sister Marian Jorgensen, and his wife Della Phillips Payne. He is survived by
his sons David E. Payne of Paris, Idaho, Donald K. Payne (Lori) of Syracuse,
Utah, R. Allen Payne (Pegan) of Bolinas, CA; and Christopher D. Payne (Lori)
of Oakland, CA; his grandchildren Philip Payne and Mitchell Payne of Syracuse,
Utah, and Marshall Payne and Clara Payne of Bolinas, CA; his brother Kenneth
R. Payne (Donna) of Syracuse, Utah, and his sister Cleo Bowyer of SLC, Utah. A
memorial service will be held Monday, January 17, 2005 at 2 p.m. at Lind
quist's Layton Mortuary, 1867 No. Fairfield Road. Friends and family may call
from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the mortuary. A luncheon will be held following the
services at the Syracuse Ward, 1600 So. 4500 W. e-mail condolences to the
family at llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 1/15/2005 - 1/17/2005.

Riding, Robert
1920 - 2005 Richfield, Utah - Robert "Bob" Gates Riding, age 84, died January
10, 2005 in Richfield, Utah. He was born August 6, 1920 in Gunlock, Utah, a
son of Robert Liester and Zoe Gates Riding. He graduated from Enterprise High
School, Class of 1937 and served in the US Army from 1939 to 1945. While in
the army he worked on the Alcan Highway, he landed on Utah Beach and he fought
at the Battle of the Bulge. Bob married Norma Simpson, April 19, 1945 in Elko,
Nevada. She died May 31, 1971. He married Evelyn Greer in October of 1975 in
Ogden, Utah and she died in May of 1976. Bob married Ovedia Moe, in April of
1978 in San Diego, California. They were married for 21 years and later
divorced. Bob worked for the US Government as a machinist. He was a member of
the LDS Church. Bob was an avid fisherman and hunter and he enjoyed wood
working, gardening and camping. He is survived by his children: Steven G. and
Gayle S. Riding of Richfield, UT; Karen L. and Clay L acefield of Louisville,
KY; 8 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters: Ralph and
Marjorie Riding, Clearfield, UT; Kay and Charles Micle of Bulger, PA; Frank
and Sue Riding of Atascadero, CA; Delores Riding Moore of Parowan, UT;
Augustus "Gus" Amarillas of Granada Hills, CA; numerous nieces and nephews. He
was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Barbara Riding Rigby Kuss; a
sister, Laura A. Amarillas and two brothers: Merl M. Riding and Percy "Jack"
Riding. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 19, 2005 at Noon in
the Lindquist's Clearfield Mortuary, 1050 South State Street in Clearfield,
Utah, where friends may call for viewing Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and
again Wednesday morning, one hour prior to the services. Burial will be in the
Clearfield City Cemetery with military honors accorded by the Combined
Veterans Honor Guard and under the direction of the Springer Turner Funeral
Home of Richfield, Salina and Gunnison, Utah. On line guest bo ok at:
www.springerturner.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 1/16/2005.

Terrazas, Joe
OGDEN - Joe M. Terrazas, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and
friend passed away January 15, 2005, at the age of 79, after a valiant fight
with Alzheimer's. Joe was born and raised in Delta, CO, the son of Jose and
Pricella Maestas Terrazas. He married Eina Silva on June 10, 1950 in Delta,
CO. Joe served in the U.S. Air Force. He retired from HAFB after 31 years as a
forklift driver and crane operator. He started his working career on the farms
of Colorado. He had a successful yard care business for 20 years and was very
proud of his work. Joe loved to play golf and had been an avid bowler and even
bowled on television. Joe also loved hunting and fishing. He had served as
Scout Master with the scouting program at St. Joseph's. He is survived by his
wife Eina, daughters JoAnn (Larry) Krumperman and Barbara (Mike) Jones. He is
also survived by five grandchildren, Cody (Melissa) Jones, Kira, Allie and
Adam Jones, Lauren Krumperman and two great-grandchil dren, Braden and
Joscelyn Jones; four brothers and two sisters. He was preceded in death by his
parents, two sisters and one brother. The family wishes to thank the nurses,
doctors and staff at Lakeview Hospital and Orchard Cove and Hospice for their
professional care and concern for Joe in his last days. Mass of the Christian
Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 18, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at St.
Joseph's Catholic Church, 514 24th Street, Ogden. A viewing will be held on
Monday, January 17 at Myers Mortuary, 845 Washington Blvd. in Ogden from 6 to
7:30 p.m. with Rosary at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services under the direction of
Myers Mortuary. Interment, Ogden City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations
may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Send condolences to family at
www.myers-mortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 1/16/2005 - 1/17/2005.

Thomas, Ruth Nelson Woodbury
NO. OGDEN - Ruth Nelson Woodbury Thomas died January 13, 2005 after a valiant
battle with cancer. She was born on March 28, 1939 to James L and Vera M
Groves Nelson in Ogden. She attended Ogden City Schools and graduated from
Ogden High in 1957. Ruth attended Painters Cosmetology College while working
for Dr. Royd Stocks. After receiving her license in 1958 she worked at Vanity
and Mademoiselle beauty salons. In May 1961 she married Leroy Woodie Woodbury.
He died in June 1988. Ruth started her own business, Central Towing Dispatch
in 1974. She was still working at the business when she became ill and
recently had to retire. Ruth was a member of the Golden Spike Foot Printers
Association Chapter 27 and was the first woman to become President of the
chapter for 1994-1995. Ruth is survived by one sister Elaine Kohler, two
loving sons Nelson (Debbie) Woodbury and Dave (Brandy) Woodbury, four
grandchildren Corey and Christie Clark, Chase Taylor and Megan (Matt) Smith, a
gr eat granddaughter Elena Clark, three nephews Bart (Diane) Nelson, Dan
(Jewel) Nelson, Glenn (Heidi) Kohler and three nieces Lynne (Kirk) Harmon,
Mary Jo (Randy) Collins, Sue (Scott) Hardmon. She is also survived by one
special friend Bo dog. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a
dear brother Jim Nelson which she shared the same birthday and her dog Hunter.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 19, 2005 at 11 a.m. at
Myers Mortuary Chapel in Ogden, 845 Washington Blvd. Friends may call at the
mortuary on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
Interment, Washington Heights Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, family
suggests donations to IHC Hospice. Send condolences to family at
www.myers-mortuary.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 1/15/2005 - 1/17/2005.

Tirado, Richard
Richard Richie Tirado LAYTON -, beloved Brother, Son, Boyfriend, and Friend
died January 12, 2005 in Layton. He was born April 13, 1970 in Bronx, New
York, the son of Ralph and Edith Tirado. He served in the U.S. Air Force
during the Persian Gulf War, was a civilian employee at Hill Air Force Base,
and attended Weber State University. He is survived by his mother, his special
friend Gina Torres, his sister Edie Bacuita, three bothers Eric, Ralph, and
Raymond, and many nieces. Arrangements under the direction of Aaron's Mortuary
& Crematory, 1600 Washington Blvd, Ogden. Condolences can be extended to the
family at aarons@relia.net.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 1/16/2005.

Trujillo, Dahlia (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OF DAHLIA TRUJILLO JAN. 16, 1956 - JUL. 2, 2004 Di, We miss
you so much, that sometimesit's hard to breathe, We still don't know why god
took you from us, We love you forever and the bond of sisterhood with bring us
together again. Love, Your Loving Family
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 1/16/2005.

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