Obituaries

Jul 25, 2025

Jul 24, 2025

Reid F. Gale January 16, 1940 – July 24, 2025

Reid F. Gale, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, son, and uncle, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025, at the age of 85, surrounded by his family.

Reid was born on January 16, 1940, in Beaver, Utah, to Elmer and Marie Fotheringham Gale. He was second of six children: Carlyle (Elaine)...

Jul 23, 2025

Marion K. Frandsen

July 17, 1943-July 23, 2025

Marion K. Frandsen, affectionately known as “The Rabbitt Lady,” left this world on July 23, 2025, at the age of 82 in Panguitch, Utah. She was born on July 17, 1943, in San Diego, California, and her journey through life was marked by countless adventures, remarkable achievements, and a deep love for family and...

Jul 22, 2025

Larry Griggs

“Hello, uglier than me!”

ELSINORE — William Larry Griggs, 81, passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2025, in Provo.

Born Oct. 21, 1943, in Willits, Calif., to Jack Pehrson and Dorothy Shelton, he was the youngest of three children.

Reared in southern Utah, he graduated from Panguitch High School, and later studied auto and diesel mechanics at Sevier Valley Tech in Richfield, where...

Jul 22, 2025

Shane Dee Griffin, a beloved son, brother, and friend, left this world too soon on July 22, 2025, at the age of 33 in Monroe, Utah. Born on July 16, 1992, in Gunnison, Utah, Shane was a vibrant spirit whose laughter and warmth touched the lives of everyone he met.

Known for his passion for collecting board games, Shane’s playful nature...

Jul 21, 2025

Joyce Louis Gore Hoel

“Morning Blossom”

January 8, 1945 – July 21, 2025



Joyce Louis Gore Hoel, lovingly known as “Morning Blossom,” passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, at 11:07 p.m. in Saratoga Springs, Utah, surrounded by her family.

Born on January 8, 1945, in Longmont, Colorado, to George Washington Gore and Leona Louise Saunders, Joyce lived a life rooted in love, strength,...

Jul 21, 2025

BRAD NUTTALL, 63 OF MANTI, passed away July 21, 2025 — CREMATION will be held in the Magleby Mortuary and Cremation Center — MEMORIAL SERVICES will be held at a later date — FUNERAL DIRECTORS: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti

Jul 19, 2025

 SYLVINA CROFTS BEAGLEY POLAND celebrated her 47th birthday in Elko with her best friend on July 5th, 2025... little did anyone know there would be less than two weeks left to ever see her, hug her, talk to her, or say goodbye. She passed away in the St. Mark's Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah at 10:00 PM on July...

Jul 18, 2025

Michael GibbsMarysvale, Utah

Michael L. Gibbs, 83, of Marysvale, Utah, finally watched his last western movie on July 18, 2025.

Mike was a hard worker who always kept himself busy. Each morning, he cherished looking out the kitchen window to check on his cows. After the passing of his beloved wife of 60 years, he was never quite the same. He mourned...

Jul 18, 2025

Mike Sorenson 

May 11, 1957 – July 18, 2025 

Mike Sorenson, 68, of Centerfield, Utah, passed away on July 18, 2025, in Provo, Utah, with his daughters by his side.

Born on May 11, 1957, in Salina, Utah.

As a child, Mike would bring home every stray cat, dog, or injured bird and even friends that needed help or a meal. He was a...

Jul 17, 2025

TERRY LEE HANSEN, 75, of RICHFIELD passed away July 17, 2025 — CREMATION will be held in the Magleby Mortuary and Cremation Center — MEMORIAL SERVICES will be held at a later date — FUNERAL DIRECTORS: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti

Jul 16, 2025

Xander Darrell Vincent, a shining light in the world. beloved son, brother, and friend, left this world on July 16, 2025, at the tender age of 10, in his hometown of Gunnison, Utah. Born on January 13, 2015, Xander brought joy, laughter, and warmth to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. His spirit will forever echo in the...

Jul 16, 2025

SHAREN KIMBAL, 79, OF RICHFIELD, passed away July 16, 2025 — CREMATION will be held in the Magleby Mortuary and Cremation Center — MEMORIAL SERVICES will be held at a later date — FUNERAL DIRECTORS: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti

Jul 15, 2025

Elaine YoungWashington, Utah

Dr. Elaine Young succumbed to her battle with ALS after a whirlwind six months on July 15th, 2025, in St. George, Utah. The mother of seven children, she is survived by Michael, Jeffrey, Wendy, Douglas, and Gregory and goes on to join her baby daughters, Cheral and Christy. She is also survived by her parents, Hal and Marie...

Jul 11, 2025

Glen Wesley Taylor passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family. Born on November 6, 1946 in Moab, Utah, Glen’s life was defined by love, service, hard work, and dedication to family and community.Glen was the seventh child, sixth son, born to Norman (“Buck”) Bliss Taylor and Erma Pearl Knight. He grew up in Moab, Utah...

Jul 9, 2025

Sharon Walker Decker, choice wife and mother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, surrounded by family, next to her window where she enjoyed beautiful views for years. She has been faithful, cheerful and content through all her challenges. We are so grateful to God that she had a peaceful passing.Sharon had a unique entrance into the world! She...

Jul 8, 2025

Letha Mellor WilliamsonFayette, Utah

Letha Mellor Williamson, 89, passed away on July 8, 2025. She was born November 30, 1935 in Fayette, Utah to Warren Rex Mellor and Rachel Peterson Mellor. She married Leon Edgar Williamson (Eddie) February 6, 1960. Together they raised five children and her greatest joy comes from her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Letha is a retired...

Jul 7, 2025

HELEN PATRICIA TRACY (to her friends “Patsy”), beloved mother, grandmother, patriot, and valiant daughter of God passed through that thin veil between this life and the next on 7 July 2025, in Provo Rehabilitation and Nursing, Provo, Utah.

Although she had had many strokes and mild heart attacks throughout life that would’ve stopped most, mom always managed with a “Rocky” like...

Jul 7, 2025

Jacklyn Utley Blythe Nielson, affectionately known as Jackie, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada, surrounded by her loving family. At the age of 80, Jackie had been a longtime resident of Sevier, Utah, and was born in Richfield, Utah, on October 26, 1944. Born to Ida Cloe Jolley and Charles “Jack, Chuck" Ruttan, Jackie was...

Jul 4, 2025

A woman with elegance and class is timeless.

Mary Jane Mortensen — “Janie” to most, “Mom” or “Grandma” to the lucky few — was the kind of woman who reminded the world that elegance and class never goes out of style. With her hair perfect, earrings in place, and her signature lipstick on, she was always ready for anything life had...