It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Val Elizabeth Greaves Gividen, who left us on April 1, 2024. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and cherished memories.

She was born on February 14, 1936 in Ephraim Utah to Gwendolyn Anderson Greaves and Sheldon Greaves. After the death of her father at age one, her mother later married A.I. Tippetts. Preceded in death by her three sisters Winona Erickson, Madge Anderson and Rula Nielsen and three stepbrothers Twain, Joyce and Stan.

She married Bert Gividen in the Salt Lake Temple on August 26, 1955. Val was a beloved mother to eight children: Gwen Stickle (Bob), Karen Preece (Coy), Shirley Duncan (Jeff), Linda Gardner (Duane), Mike Gividen, Joe Gividen (Michelle), Kent Gividen (Rhonda), and Krista Rigamoto (Sam). She was not only a loving mother but also a devoted friend to many, touching the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Beyond her immediate family, she leaves behind a legacy that extends to over 100, including her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. They were all touched by her love and warmth.

She attended Snow College, Brigham Young University and Utah State University. She dedicated her life to her family, instilling in her children the values of love, kindness, and compassion. Her nurturing spirit, unwavering support, and quiet dignity are the foundation of her family's strength and unity. She was a skilled seamstress, bringing beauty and creativity to everything she touched. Her children and grandchildren treasure the handmade quilts and many other handmade gifts. She was a skilled chocolate maker, artist and gardener. She loved playing games and doing puzzles with family and friends. Val loved traveling with her husband to over 47 countries, the most interesting being a BYU Tour called, "I Walked Where Jesus Walked."

Additionally she served her community and church with selflessness and grace. She served in the Primary, as the Young Women President, three separate times as a Ward Relief Society President and Stake Relief Society Counselor. Val served a mission in Far East Russia with her husband, as well as in the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. She worked as an administrative assistant to the principal at Mountain View High School.

She will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to have crossed paths with her. Though she may no longer be with us in person, her spirit will continue to inspire and guide us.

A public viewing will be held at Walker-Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North Orem, Utah, Thursday April 11th, 6-8pm. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held Friday April 12th with a public viewing at 10am with the funeral service from 11am-12pm Orem Heatheridge 6th Ward, building 450 East 2000 North Orem Utah.

As we mourn the loss of Val in our lives, let us also take solace in the knowledge that she is now at peace, forever remembered and cherished in our hearts, as she is reunited with those loved ones who passed before her.