Thelma Theora Marchant Richins passed away Wednesday afternoon on the 29th of May 2024 in her home at the age of 92. She was born to Marvin Wayne Marchant (Harris) and Theora Caroline Ross in Ioka, Utah. Growing up in Charleston, Park City and Coalville, Utah she graduated from North Summit High School. She married Arthur Calderwood Richins on March 30, 1951 in the Salt Lake Temple. They were blessed with 5 children: Maureen (Dennis) Muaina, Brenda (Nolan) Buttars, Lisa (Paul) Riddle, Randy (Yvonne) Richins, and Darin Richins.

Thelma was a great example of service her whole life. As a cancer survivor, she volunteered to help cancer survivors through the Cancer Society and received accolades from the Governor of Utah. She loved serving her family, and faithfully served in many callings in the wards in which she resided for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served a mission with her husband, Arthur, in Scotland. Thelma was also a wonderful example of motherhood.

Now with all of the formalities done....what was really endearing to her children, grandchildren, and others who were in her close inner circle were the phrases that were so unique to Thelma like--"I'll be go to heck!!!" or "Good grab in the morning!" She was one who absolutely hated to lose..."good example Grandma"....especially when it came to Rook. She finally conceded when the little grandchildren were within earshot of her protests.

Thelma's love of music was evident by all the songs that were sung around the extended family campfires at Bear Lake. She was able to weave the songs into teaching moments with her grandchildren, as they sat on her lap with her loving arms around them. For over 30 years she sang in a trio with her close friends entertaining many. Thelma loved, loved BYU sports and was an avid fan, kind of NEXT level!! She also

played competition softball throughout the state as a young woman.

Like a true conductor, she orchestrated Family Home Evening lessons every year at Bear Lake and found the music of harmony and love right down to even the little piccolo's who were fussing to go to bed!

Finally, above all else, Thelma was always aware and cognizant of those who may not have felt a part. With the uncanny ability to sense, really a gift of the spirit, when someone was down, she would formulate a plan in which a service, a recognition or an act of kindness could be done quietly. Ever the eternal optimist, and mindful of those in need, Thelma really was preparing herself, all of her life, to meet Him who will bring peace and love as we all on bended knee, confess that He is THE CHRIST!

Thelma is survived by her children: Maureen, Brenda, Lisa and Randy as well as her sisters Aloma and Dixie. She was blessed with 24 grandchildren and 84 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Arthur, and her youngest child, Darin and 2 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 11:00 am in the Canyon View 4th Ward, 762 East 1200 North, Orem. Viewings will be Monday 6:30-8:00 pm and Tuesday morning from 9:00-10:30 at the same chapel listed above. Interment will be at the Orem City Cemetery, Orem, Utah. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.walkersanderson.com.

The family would like to thank Summerfield Retirement and Bristol Hospice for their loving care.