Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Families in Utah County, Utah
Valerie Lorraine Chamberlain
Jul 17, 2026
Valerie Lorraine Chamberlain born September 12, 1935 in Los Angeles, California to George and Jennie Sasine, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2026 in Saratoga Springs, Utah. With grateful hearts for a wonderful life, we announce her passing as she peacefully returned home to her Heavenly Father surrounded by those she loved.
A talented seamstress, fashion designer, accomplished artist, a beautifully...
Barbara Gail Wilkinson
Jul 23, 2026
Barbara Gail Wilkinson
April 8, 1943 – July 23, 2026
In the early morning hours of July 23, 2026, our beautiful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully at her home.
Barbara Gail Wilkinson was born on April 8, 1943, in Livingston, Montana. She was the third of four children born to James Lawson and Genith Harriet Copenhaver. In 1964, Barbara married...
Linda Joyce (Joey) Shumway
Jul 23, 2026
LINDA JOYCE (JOEY) SHUMWAY
JULY 23, 2026
In the early morning hours of July 23, 2026, our beloved sister, Linda Joyce “Joey” Shumway, passed away. Our hearts are heavy yet filled with gratitude for her and the love she brought into our lives and the lives of so many others. She had the great gift of warmth and a genuine interest in...
Karen Jensen Hunt
Jul 23, 2026
Karen Jensen Hunt
May 5, 1942 – July 23, 2026
Karen Jensen Hunt of Orem, Utah, peacefully returned home to her Heavenly Father on July 23, 2026, surrounded by the family she cherished and loved so deeply.
Born on May 5, 1942, Karen was the second child of Moroni and Mary Jean (Reynolds) Jensen. Raised on the family farm in Orem alongside her...
Robert J Petersen
Jul 22, 2026
Robert (Bob) J. Petersen, born June 16th, 1955 in Provo Utah to LeRoy and Carolyn (Jarvis) Petersen, passed away at his Orem home on July 22nd, 2026 nine months after being diagnosed with esophageal cancer.
Bob graduated from Provo High School before going to "Trade Tech" (now UVU) and becoming a lifelong carpenter. He always took pride in his work, eventually...
Verna Vee Tew
Jul 21, 2026
Verna Vee Lynn Tew
November 5, 1929 – July 21, 2026
Verna Vee Lynn Tew, aged 96, slipped peacefully from the comfort of her Orem home into Roy’s waiting arms on Tuesday evening, July 21, 2026. She was born on November 5, 1929, in Lovell, Wyoming, to Orin "Chris" Lynn and LaPrele Robertson Lynn in the log home on her grandparents’ farm....
Lavoice Garrett Evans Wright
Jul 16, 2026
Lavoice Garrett Evans Wright
Lavoice Garrett Evans Wright, age 89, of Orem, Utah, passed away peacefully of natural causes on July 16th, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Lavoice was born on December 15, 1936, in New Boston, Texas, to Rufus Clay and Virginia Hill Garrett. She was raised in Bowie County and graduated from Hooks High School in 1954, where she...
Sue Ellen Willes
Jul 14, 2026
Susie Willes was born August 17, 1966 in Provo, UT to William and Donna Sue Burns. She graduated from Provo High School and went on to attend the American Institute to be a dental lab technician. She was talented at her craft and was dedicated to sharing her own beautiful smile with others. She married Don Willes August 30th 2000,...
John Earl Burningham
Jul 13, 2026
Big John
John Earl Burningham (79) April 1st 1947 - July 13th 2026. Born to Cifford Earl Burningham and Jenni Maurine Nesbit at Utah Valley Hospital.
John met the love of his life Carla Jo Badura 51 years ago where she fell for his rugged good looks. Married on November 21st 1975 where they began their life together in Provo.
John was raised...
Cora Lee Rockwood
Jul 10, 2026
Cora Lee (Jackman) Rockwood continued her journey beyond this mortal life on Friday, July 10, 2026, at the age of 76. She passed peacefully surrounded in love by her four daughters.
Cora Lee was born on August 14, 1949, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Carl E Jackman and Edna Christiansen Jackman. She grew up primarily in Murray with her two...
Patricia Lynn Wilkinson
Jul 8, 2026
In Loving Memory of Patricia Lynn (Pallot) Wilkinson
September 26, 1964 - July 8, 2026
Patricia Lynn (Pallot) Wilkinson, beloved wife, mother, sister, daughter, aunt, and Nonna, returned to our father in heaven on July 8, 2026. She was born September 26, 1964 in Cook County, Chicago, Illinois to George Ronald Pallot and Bonnie Jean (Hoy) Pallot. She was married and sealed...
Barbara Ann Taylor
Jun 30, 2026
Barbara Ann Taylor Obituary
Barbara Ann Taylor, beloved mother, grandmother, devoted disciple of Jesus Christ, and lifelong caregiver, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026, on Maui, Hawaii, at the age of 93.
Barbara was born on March 7, 1933, in Reno, Nevada, to Wyman and Mabel Sexsmith. She was raised primarily in Minden, Nevada, alongside her younger sisters, Jean and Donna....
Conway Bruce Clayton
Jun 28, 2026
Conway Bruce Clayton was born on February 18, 1933, in Provo, Utah, to Isabella McBride and Clarence Donald Clayton. He grew up in Orem, Utah, attended Sharon Elementary School, and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1951. After high school, Conway began a career at Western Electric. In 1953, Conway entered the service and served in the Signal Corps. He...
Stephen Glenn Hoki
Jun 27, 2026
Stephen Glenn Hoki, 72, of Orem, Utah, passed away at his home on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
Steve was born on October 12, 1953, in Seattle, Washington to Toshio Hoki and Kikumi Miyagishima Hoki. He took his role as the oldest son in a Japanese American household seriously. During his school years, Steve wrestled and played the clarinet in the band....
Mischell Tilley
Jun 27, 2026
In Loving Memory of Mischell Tilley
May 13, 1957 – June 27, 2026
Mischell Tilley, a woman who filled every room she entered with light and laughter, passed away on June 27, 2026, at the age of 69. After bravely fighting cancer for over a year, she passed away surrounded by her husband, her children and their spouses, her grandchildren, and her...
David Kelton Sorensen
Jun 26, 2026
David Kelton Sorensen
Some people measure a life by the things a person accomplishes. Those who knew David Kelton Sorensen know his life is better measured by the lives he touched, the faith he lived, and the countless things he built—businesses, opportunities, friendships, and, most importantly, an eternal family.
David Kelton Sorensen passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026, surrounded by his...
Kevin Paul Smith
Jun 24, 2026
Kevin Paul Smith returned to his Father in Heaven on 24 June 2026 in Orem, Utah. Kevin was born on the 24th of February 1949 in Tucson, AZ, to Brant and Fern Smith. After graduating high school, he attended college before enlisting in the US Navy in 1970. He served during the Vietnam War as a Fire Control Technician and...
Chad Steven Chamberlain
Jun 21, 2026
Chad Steven Chamberlain
January 17, 1975 – June 21, 2026
After a courageous battle with colon cancer, Chad passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Throughout his journey, he faced each challenge with faith, courage, gratitude, and humor, inspiring all who knew him. He leaves behind a legacy of devotion, compassion, laughter, and enduring love that will continue to bless...
Margaret Brown Black
Jun 19, 2026
Margaret Brown Black Obituary
1948-2026
Margaret Ann Brown Black, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, teacher, and civic leader, passed away peacefully at home on June 19, 2026 in Orem, Utah. Margaret was born May 16, 1948 in Provo, Utah to Veone Menlove Brown and Jesse Richard (Dick) Brown. Formative experiences from her childhood included living in Ahvaz, Iran, and in Denver, Colorado....


