Obituaries in St. George, UT

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Fredrick Adams Neilson

Fredrick Adams Neilson

Nov 24, 2023

Fredrick Adams Neilson was my father and I write this remembrance of him with the input of other family members.

Dad was born July 4th, 1931, on a very hot day in his home in Washington, Utah, a few minutes before his twin brother, Ferd. Dad had 2 older brothers, “Junior” and Russell and 1 younger brother, Butch. His wife, Delsa,...

Charles Sivley Jr.

Charles Sivley Jr.

Dec 19, 2023

Charles Sivley Jr. of Hildale, Utah, has now graduated into New Jerusalem as of December 19, 2023, to be with all the other sons of God celebrating in glory!

Charles was born May 6, 1951, in Dayton, Ohio to Charles Sivley Sr. and Glena Nadine Smith.

Charles was an outdoorsman to the greatest extent! He loved hiking and camping, and he also...

Amy Lou Peterson

Amy Lou Peterson

Apr 9, 2024

Amy Lou Christensen Peterson, Age 52 passed away at home on April 9, 2024. She was born in Richfield, UT to Quinn Arlie Christensen and Betty Lou Hunt Christensen. In 1992 Amy married Justin Peterson in the Salt Lake Temple. They had four great children together.

Amy was raised in Central Valley UT. Amy was active in clogging from a young...

Renee Reber Boyce

Renee Reber Boyce

Apr 7, 2024

Alice Renee Reber Boyce passed away on April 7, 2024, surrounded by her family, in St. George, Utah. She was the daughter of Elwood and Elaine Bailey Reber, born on January 1, 1947, in Pasco, Washington. She and her husband David Reed Boyce have been married for 55 years and reside in Santa Clara, Utah. She is survived by her...

William Eugene Rainey

William Eugene Rainey

Apr 6, 2024

William Eugene Rainey (74) passed away at home on Saturday April 6, 2024, in Hurricane, Utah, with his wife Linda Rowley by his side. 

 

William was born on June 14,1949, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Jean and Herbert Rainey.

On June 1, 1974, William married Linda Rowley in Las Vegas, Nevada, and together they had three children, Tamara, Travis, Tracee.

William served in the Marine...

Verna Garrett

Verna Garrett

Apr 5, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Verna Carroll Jacobson Garrett (91) on April 5, 2024. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend who lived a full and selfless life. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.



Verna was born September 6, 1932, in Salt Lake...

Kristen Benson

Kristen Benson

Apr 4, 2024

Dear Friends and Family of Kristen Benson,

 

Early in the morning of April 4th, 2024, Kristen was having trouble breathing. I gave the medicines the hospice nurse had told me to for just such a situation, but nothing seemed to work. After what seemed like forever, but was just a few hours, and another dose of medication, she felt some comfort and...

Sheryl Lynn Greene Danforth Winsor

Sheryl Lynn Greene Danforth Winsor

Apr 3, 2024

In loving memory of Sheryl Lynn Greene (Danforth) Winsor

Sheryl was a beacon of selflessness and service. Her journey through life was as varied and rich as the many places she called home. From the historic charm of New England to the vibrant landscapes of Utah’s Dixie, Sheryl’s life was a tapestry woven with love, care, and an unwavering commitment to...

Melvin Lavon Lewison

Melvin Lavon Lewison

Apr 2, 2024

Melvin "Mel" L. Lewison, 90, passed away at home on April 2, 2024, in St. George, Utah. He was born on December 1, 1933, in Viroqua, Wisconsin  to Melvin "Jake" Lewison and Fern (nee Tryggestad) Lewison. Mel graduated from Viroqua High School in 1951. He was a sports enthusiast and lettered in football, basketball, and baseball.

 

In 1952, Mel married Mary...

Matthew Joseph Thomas

Matthew Joseph Thomas

Apr 1, 2024

Matthew Joseph Thomas, age 49, passed away at home on April 1, 2024. He was born November 27, 1974, in Delta, UT to Michael Reed Thomas and Laura Moody Thomas. In 1995 Matt married Kristi Nyberg and they had 4 children together. Matt and Kristi later divorced but remained close and raised their family together.

 Matt was born in Delta, UT...

Grant Seymour Mitchell

Grant Seymour Mitchell

Mar 31, 2024

Grant Seymour Mitchell, 94 years old, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2024.  He was born on January 18, 1930, in Roosevelt, Utah to Seymour Young Mitchell and Gladys Wilkins Mitchell. He had two brothers, Kay Mitchell and Orman Mitchell.   

After high school Grant had various jobs and then joined the Navy as a radar operator on November 15, 1950,...

Paul Aaron Bussee

Paul Aaron Bussee

Mar 28, 2024

Paul Aaron Bussee, 72 passed away on March 28, 2024.  He was a loving father and husband survived by his wife, 3 children, and 8 grandchildren. 

A celebration of life will be held on April 13, 2024, at 1:00 pm at Spilsbury Mortuary 110 South Bluff Street St. George, UT 84770. 

Family and friends who are unable to attend are invited to...

Sandra Roselle Harmon

Sandra Roselle Harmon

Mar 27, 2024

Sandra Roselle Cook Harmon passed away at home in St. George, Utah on March 27, 2024, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

 

Sandra was born March 18,1946, in Tooele, Utah where she attended elementary and high school and spent many summers on her grandparents’ Ranch in Ibapah, Utah.

 

She married in 1965 and moved to California. She had four children...

John Allan Peters

John Allan Peters

Mar 26, 2024

JOHN ALLAN PETERS, 88, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at his home in Ivins Utah.  John was born May 31, 1935, in Provo, Utah to Eldred Hardy “Pete” Peters and Inez Clayson Peters.  John married Pearl Elaine Henline July 11, 1958, in the Logan Utah Temple.  

John spent his younger years in Brigham City enjoying his first job as...

Dr. Harold R. Hickman

Dr. Harold R. Hickman

Mar 26, 2024

Our brilliant, talented father never stopped learning, teaching, and exploring horizons. Dr. Harold R ‘Hal’ Hickman, 90, of St. George, Utah, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 26, 2024. 

Hal was born August 18,1933 to Samuel Gerald Hickman and Alta Griffiths in Milford, Utah.  In 1937, his family moved to Beaver, Utah, where his parents established a home where...

Jeffrey Wayne Holt

Jeffrey Wayne Holt

Mar 23, 2024

After a long and courageous battle with severe health challenges, most recently multiple myeloma, Jeffrey Wayne Holt passed from this life on March 23, 2024.

Born in Ohio on October 31, 1957, Jeff was adopted around the age of two by his adoring sister and his parents, Stan and Jeannine Holt. Growing up in Enterprise, Jeff played several sports during high...

Angela "Angie" Ranae Winn

Angela "Angie" Ranae Winn

Mar 22, 2024

Angela "Angie" Ranae Winn, our beloved mother and grandmother passed away on March 22, 2024, in St. George, Utah. Angie was born in Salt Lake City, Utah to William "Floyd" Winn and Vonda Babcock. 

 

She grew up in Arizona and later moved to Wyoming. Angie had five children. She loved her kids dearly and enjoyed sewing clothes for them, cooking and...

Antone Gilbert Schmutz

Antone Gilbert Schmutz

Mar 22, 2024

St. George, Utah.  Antone Gilbert Schmutz, 68, was born on August 28, 1955, in Lancaster, California to William J. and Georgia Lou Heaton Schmutz.  He returned home to his Heavenly Father, March 22, 2024, where he was surely greeted with open arms by his parents and a host of loved ones who he knew through his love of family history.

Gilbert...

Darryl Trent (Goat) Hafen

Darryl Trent (Goat) Hafen

Mar 21, 2024

It is with profound sorrow that we share the unexpected passing of our cherished Darryl Trent “Goat” Hafen, which occurred at his home in Hurricane, Utah, on Thursday, March 21, 2024. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, his brother Troy, his father Darryl, his mother Mary Jane, his cousin Wade, and his aunt Gloria Kezos. Trent is survived by...

John David Hancock

John David Hancock

Mar 20, 2024

John David Hancock passed away March 20, 2024, to be with God at the age of 69. He was born in San Pedro, California. to Lindle Wesley Hancock and Minnie Margaret Roberts. John was married to Theresa Richardson on February 26, 1977, in San Jacinto, California. They were married for 48 wonderful years.

 

John was raised in Green Acres, California and...

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