Gary Hugh Orton

Gary Orton
Panguitch, Utah

    Gary Hugh Orton passed away December 9, 2023 in Cedar City.  Gary was born June 6, 1934 to Lawrence Orton and Hazel Woodard Orton in Panguitch. He grew up in Panguitch working with livestock alongside his dad. He attended school in Panguitch. He loved sports and was happy the day he graduated. He was a hero to all of us; father, grandfather, and dear friend. 
    He met and married the love of his life, Colleen Ann Moore on September 23, 1955 in the Manti Temple. They had six children. Colleen preceded him in death August 30, 2010.
    He loved Mom and the six children, but was most proud of the grandchildren. You could hear him say, “There was not a bad one in the bunch.” Dad loved having the family together of any kind. He loved to have family cookouts whether it was at Red Canyon or the Wahweap.
    Gary is survived by his six children: Dwaine (Linda) Orton, Gaylene (Than) Cooper, Kelly Orton, David Orton, Harold (Rena) Orton, Holly (Jared) Pedersen; brother, Bob Orton; brothers-in-law, Lige Moore and Birch Moore; and sister-in-law, Lavinda Moore.
    Gary was also preceded in death by his parents; brothers: Brent and Don; and sister, Donna Mae. 
    Funeral services will be held Monday, December 18, 2023 at 12:00 Noon in the Panguitch 3rd Ward Chapel at 550 South 100 West where friends may call from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Burial will follow in the Panguitch City Cemetery.  Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com