Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Families in Utah County, Utah
Sharon Christensen Burr
Feb 24, 2026
Sharon Christensen Burr, born on December 30, 1937 in Delta, Utah, passed away in Utah on February 24, 2026.
A visitation to honor Sharon’s life will be held on March 2, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM, both taking place at the City Center 1st Ward located at 310 North 100 East,...
Nylene Budge
Feb 23, 2026
Nylene Budge, was born on May 15, 1946, in Oakley, Idaho. She passed away in Orem, Utah, on February 23, 2026. Nylene's life was characterized by a deep love for her family and community, and she will be remembered for her kind spirit and unwavering strength.
Visitation services will be held at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home & Crematory, located at 646...
Chetna Hilton
Feb 12, 2026
Having accomplished her life's purpose, Katherine Chetna Hilton left her majestic mortal body behind on Thursday, February 12, 2026. She was twenty-two years old.
Chetna was born in Calcutta, India, on November 24, 2003. Her parents, Sterling and Heidi, had been actively working to adopt for several years and were matched with Chetna when she turned three...
Merlin R Kitchen
Feb 11, 2026
Merlin R Kitchen, beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend peacefully returned to the arms of his Savior and beloved wife on February 11, 2026, in Issaquah, Washington. He was 90 years old.
Merlin was born on April 20, 1935, in Orem, Utah, son of Ruby Ellis and Ralph Winfred Kitchen. He grew up...
Virginia “Ginger” Vaughn
Feb 9, 2026
Virginia Elizabeth O'Rafferty Vaughn
March 10, 1941 — February 9, 2026
Virginia Elizabeth O'Rafferty Vaughn, affectionately known as "Ginger," passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, at the age of 84. She leaves behind a profound legacy of faith, family, and unconditional love.
Born in Louisville, Kentucky, on March 10, 1941, to the...
Mary Ann Orme
Feb 9, 2026
Mary Ann Maxfield Orme passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026. Mary Ann was born into the loving home of Myrtle Beckstead and Benjamin Lewis Maxfield on May 13, 1931.
Mary Ann spent her formative years in Ogden, Farmington, American Fork and Taylorsville, and graduated from Granite High School. Growing up in Farmington, she loved riding the...
Gary Harold Huss
Feb 8, 2026
Gary Harold Huss passed peacefully on February 8, 2026 reunited with beloved family members who preceded him. After patiently and courageously enduring an 18-month battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), he found rest and joy. Born in Rochester, New York, Gary's journey took him from his hometown through Colorado before settling in Utah, where he treasured his retirement years...
Robert Larrie Hobson
Jan 30, 2026
Robert Larrie Hobson, 88, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, in Provo, Utah, surrounded by family.
Bob was born on January 11, 1938, to Howard Malcolm Hobson and Mildred Francis Mathisen. He was married to Delois "Lois" Jean Cash for 63 years. He lived a full and purposeful life, grounded in learning, faith, and a deep...
Randell Keith Mecham
Jan 25, 2026
Randell Keith Mecham, affectionately known as "DreamBoy" to those who knew him from his wrestling days, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 25th, in his home. He was 78 years old.
Born on August 18th, 1947, in Heber City, UT, Randy's early education took place in a one-room schoolhouse in Wallsburg, Utah. He went on to graduate...
Marjorie Wright
Jan 22, 2026
Marjorie Bird Wright passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, January 22, 2026, the day after she fell and broke her hip. Up until the end Marge maintained her spunk, laughter, compassion, love for her family, friends and life.
Marge's life can best be described in these words: Family, Friends, Scrapbooking, Service, Love of Nature, Food and Fun....
Erwin Carlos Lamoreaux
Jan 22, 2026
Erwin Carlos Lamoreaux, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on January 22, 2026, at the age of 85.
Erwin was born on February 23, 1940, in Cedar City, Utah, to Homer and Rilla Thornton Lamoreaux. He grew up in Provo, Utah, and graduated from Provo High School in...
Steven Lynn Sorenson
Jan 20, 2026
Steven Lynn Sorenson lived a life defined by love, sacrifice, kindness, hard work, and humor. These traits were gifts from God, strengthened by a lifetime of refining experiences. He was born on August 16,1944, to Frank and Wanda Sorenson and was raised in his beloved Santaquin, Utah. Steven passed away on January 20, 2026, in Orem, Utah, in the...
Kay Madsen Francis
Jan 20, 2026
Vivian Kay Whitney Madsen Francis, 1939-2026
Vivian Kay Whitney Madsen Francis, age 86, died on January 20, 2026, in Orem, Utah, after living a life full of devotion to her faith and family.
Kay was born on April 1, 1939, in Springville, Utah, to McKinley Whitney and Agnes Fern Hurst Whitney, as the youngest of...
Lois Ollene Turner Hayes
Jan 17, 2026
With loving remembrance, the family of Lois Ollene Turner Hayes shares that she passed away peacefully on Jan. 17, 2026, following complications associated with advanced age.
Born in Haines City, Florida, Lois spent her early years in both Haines City and Altamont, Tennessee, before returning to her hometown at age 14. On May 9, 1948, she married...
Chelan Feller
Jan 16, 2026
Chelan Feller, surrounded by her loving family, passed away and returned to her heavenly home on January 16, 2026.
Born on March 16, 1983, in Orem, Utah, to Wilford and Deborah Feller, Chelan was the third of four children. As an infant and toddler, Chelan thrived and hit expected milestones, with her vibrant personality. As she neared...
Damian Clyde Smith
Jan 12, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Damian Clyde Smith, on January 12, 2026. Our only consolation is that he was joyfully met by his cherished wife Paula, his parents, his dear brother Llewellyn and his beloved Heavenly Father — reunions he looked forward to and ones we know were glorious beyond...
Sandra Limb Horton
Jan 12, 2026
Sandra Limb Horton, born to Della Marie Johnson Limb and Marvin J. Limb on July 4, 1955. A kind, creative and gentle soul who loved purple, earned her wings on January 12, 2026.
Above all else Sandy had an unwavering passion for angels. Her home was a sanctuary adorned with a collection that grew over decades. From...
Donna Elaine Johnson Depalma
Jan 10, 2026
Donna Elaine Wilson Johnson DePalma, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026, at the age of 87. She was born on July 13, 1938, to Cora Estelle Dolores Mumford and Donald Ray Carpenter.
Donna lived a life marked by resilience, faith, creativity, laughter, and deep devotion to family and community....
Linda H. Wilkinson
Jan 6, 2026
Linda Hunter Wilkinson, age 81, of Provo, Utah, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, following a recent and rare cancer diagnosis, which she faced with faith, courage, and grace. She was surrounded by her beloved sweetheart and family, who supported her lovingly until the end. Linda leaves behind a legacy of devotion to her family and an enduring...
Emily Hathaway Clark
Jan 5, 2026
Emily Hathaway Clark died on January 5, 2026, in Provo, Utah, surrounded by her loving husband, her children, and her sister and best friend. She left a legacy of love and service that will endure in her children and grandchildren.
Emily was born July 19th,1952, in Spanish Fork, Utah. She was the fifth child and third daughter...


