Our beloved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother and niece, Lori Dawn Funk, age 51, passed away on Friday, May 4, 2012 at 4:10 am. Lori’s faith in the Lord sustained her through a long and valiant fight again cancer.
She was born on September 8, 1960, in Compton, California.
She is survived by her parents, Richard and Dawnave Funk (Fairview, UT), daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer (Jordan) Romero, (Queen Creek, AZ), her four grandchildren: Axton and Ryker Romero, Czaria Lord-Cliburn (Mesa, AZ) and Tiana Cliburn (Spanish Fork, UT). She is also survived by her sisters, Carol Carver (Jeffray) (Ephraim, UT) and Holly Goodrich (Jeff), (O’Fallon, MO), brothers, David Funk (Kemper) (Riverton, WY), and Michael Funk (Darlene) (Layton, UT). She was preceded in death by her son, Christopher Allen Cliburn and her brother, Richard Jeremy Funk. She was formerly married to Bobby Crain and Jay Cliburn.
Her father‘s employment required relocation to various states. In her childhood she lived in South Gate, California, Sterling and Layton, Utah, Santa Barbara, California, Roy and Clinton, Utah. In her teen years she lived in Richardson, Texas and Shawnee, Oklahoma, where she graduated from High School. She has also lived in West Valley, Logan and Springville, Utah, New Hebron, Mississippi, Show Low, AZ and Prescott Valley, AZ. At the time of her death she was living with her parents in Fairview, Utah. Her various employments included secretarial work at Thiokol and Boeing Corp. in Utah. While living in Laurence County, Mississippi she was a secretary for the Chamber of Commerce and Purchasing Agent for the county. In Spanish Fork, Utah she was a Meeting Planner for New Ways. In Show Low, Arizona she was a salesperson for a cabinet shop and Lowes and sold health insurance throughout the state. This lead to her employment as an Insurance Agent for the Farmers Insurance Agency in Flagstaff, AZ, where she was working when she fell ill. Lori’s LDS church service included Young Women’s President, Visiting Teacher, Relief Society Secretary, Primary Teacher and other leadership positions. Lori’s children were sealed to her in the Manti temple and she looked forward to the times when she could return to her favorite temple in Manti. Lori‘s greatest love was her family. She treasured the time she was able to spend with her children and grandchildren and other family members. She will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her.
The viewing and funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 19th, 2012 in the Fairview Second Ward, 131 East 100 North, Fairview, Utah. The viewing will be from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm with the funeral service following at 1:00 pm. Following a luncheon she will be buried in the Manti Cemetery.

Joleen Marie Orr, born August 8, 1953, passed away May 2, 2012 from complications due to leukemia. She was born in Covina, Ca. to Willis & Maurine Clinton. She was the beloved wife of Jay David Orr. Jay & Joleen were married in 2000, and sealed for all eternity on June 1, 2002 in the San Diego LDS Temple.
Joleen attended Pomona city schools, graduating from high school in 1971. She was a devoted member of the LDS church, and held many church positions throughout her life. The most recent being Primary President of the Mt Pleasant 4th Ward, Mt Pleasant Utah. She served as an ordinance worker in the Redlands, Ca. Temple from 2003-2008, and in the Manti, Utah Temple from 2008 until her death. She served as a ward missionary for 6 years with her companion Jay in Yucaipa, Ca. She touched many lives in all of her callings. Joleen and Jay moved to Mt Pleasant 4 years ago.
Joleen was known for her artistic abilities, sewing & decorating her and her friends homes. She was an accomplished violinist & in her later years a pianist. She had a lovely voice, and she made beautiful music with Jay in choirs wherever they lived. In fact, Joleen & Jay met in choir at Crafton Hills College in California.
Joleen is the mother of 7 children: Michael (Marna) Johnson, Michele Frisbee, Abinidi (Deana) Johnson, Luke Johnson, Therese (Nick) Maksimuk, Andrew (Kasondra) Johnson, CJ (Katie) Johnson, all residing in California. And 18 Grandchildren: Ella, Sean, Tyler, Thaylia, Eric, Joseph, Benjamin, Isabella, Marylisa, Phoebe, August, Paul, Albin, Cody, Beth, Emma, Suraya, & Liam.
Joleen was predeceased by her Father Willis, and is survived by her Mother Maureen, and Step Father Jerry Nessmith of Pomona, Ca, Eternal Companion Jay Orr of Mt Pleasant, Sisters Devonne (Carl) Amos of Arizona, Lorraine (Ralph) England of California, Brother Henry (Kelly) Clinton of Springville Utah, Uncle Leonard (Bernice) Clinton of Oklahoma, 7 children, 18 grandchildren, 63 nieces & nephews, and many cousins & friends.
She was loved and will be missed by all who knew her. We will remember her smile always. The world lost a bright shining star, and heaven gained a lovely and beautiful spirit.
Funeral services are to be held Saturday May 5, 2012 at the Mt Pleasant 4th ward chapel (Red Building 49 S. State) at 1:00 PM. A viewing will be held at the chapel at 11:30AM. Interment will be at the Manti Cemetery, with a magnificent view of the Temple. Online condolences may be offered at www.rasmussenmortuary.com

Roy Leon Vance, 87 passed away peacefully May 1, 2012. Leon was born to Thomas Ezra and Sarah Minerva Vance at Fairview Utah. He married Wynnelle Stewart Vance (deceased) June 27, 1946 in the Manti Temple. He later married Nelda Beal Vance August 23, 2003 at Neola Utah. Leon is survived by children, Susan (Robert) Marshall of Richmond, Paul (Linda) Vance of West Jordan, Jill (Greg) Nordberg of Riverton; 11 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren. Leon has two brothers and one sister. Donald Vance (deceased) Lloyd Vance (deceased) Leatha Sorensen (deceased). Leon was a faithful member of the LDS Church serving in many positions including bishop of the Millcreek 1st Ward, temple worker and while residing in St George he and his wife Wynnelle served a welfare mission. He loved spending time with his family and serving them in any way he was able. He was a World War II veteran. Services Sat., May 5, 2012 12:00 noon at the LDS chapel 131 E 100 N, Fairview, UT. A viewing will be held at the church on Sat. morning 10:30-11:30 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Fairview City Cemetery.

Our beloved mother Linda M Larsen passed away at home April 26, 2012. She was born in Fountain Green, UT May 13, 1943 to Vurl William and Merline Justesen Morgan.
Linda was a devoted member of the LDS church and truly loved her Savior. She served in many capacities throughout her life. Ms. Larsen will be remembered for her 36 years of service to the North Sanpete School District and for her love of all children. Her family was her life. She loved attending the family sporting and dance events. She also loved the outdoors and camping with her family. She was a caring, loving and compassionate mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a friend to many. Her sense of humor and contagious laugh will truly be missed.
Preceded in death by her daughter Mylynn, parents.
Survived by children Chad (Tracy) Larsen of Moroni; Gary (Teresa) Larsen; Angelynn (Gary) Kaibetony; Julee (Jeff) Nielsen all of Ftn Green; grandchildren Candice (Jon) Cook, Tosha (Kevin) Bailey, Rhett Larsen, Lindsay Larsen, Jayson Nielsen, Mylynn Kaibetony, Jordee Nielsen, Mari Kaibetony, Jaden Kaibetony; great granddaughter Keerah Cook; sisters Claudine Anderson, Vanese Stock.
Funeral services will be held Monday April 30, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. in the Fountain Green LDS church. Friends may call Sunday from 6-8 p.m. and Monday from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment in the Fountain Green Cemetery. Online condolences are available at www.rasmussenmortuary.com.
A special thanks to Central Valley Medical Center, Dr. James F. Rosenbeck and nursing staff and Central Valley Home Health; Mary Jo Cowan, Sherrie White and all others who were involved in her health care.

Bruce Harless, our husband, father, grandfather, friend and confidante died on April 17th, 2012 at Utah Valley Hospital in Provo, Utah. He leaves behind his beloved wife Marlane, who he married October 6th, 1953 in the Salt Lake Temple.
Bruce was born in Phoenix, Arizona to wonderful parents who were education oriented. He received his early education in various parts of the state. As a youngster he picked cotton in the hot desert sun, harvested carrots and had a paper route. He excelled academically and was active in sports – football, basketball, baseball and tennis. He loved scouting, achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, and through the years has served in scouting on the local unit, district and council levels.
At a very early age he determined he wanted to be a medical doctor and the course was set – he never wavered. He was accepted at Stanford University in 1956 where he received his bachelor and medical degree in 1960, followed by an internship at Santa Clara County Hospital, San Jose, California, and a general practice residency at Sonoma County Hospital in Santa Rosa, California.
He established a medical practice in Mesa, Arizona in 1963 and just when everything was going well and good, Uncle Sam beckoned and he was drafted into the army. Following one year as division artillery surgeon he served for two years as the medical advisor to the American Embassy at Bonn, Germany and upon leaving was cited “for his unparalleled efforts and success in raising the level of the medical services to the American community and for his personal dedication to the achievement of the highest professional standard”. At that time he was also awarded the Army Commendation Medal for “Meritorious Service in Europe”, with citation. In 1969 he was honorably discharged with the rank of Major.
Returning to the States, the family settled in Mt. Pleasant in 1970, once again establishing a private practice. Following a serious illness in the early 1980s it became necessary to close the private practice and a position was accepted as Clinical Director for Central Utah Mental Health and Substance Abuse Center. Upon retirement in July 1998, the new Behavioral Healthcare Facility in Ephraim was named in his honor.
Perhaps the plaque on the wall of the Behavioral Healthcare Facility says it best of all: “This building is named in honor of Dr. J. Bruce Harless for his many years of selfless care and compassionate service to those in need. Dr. Harless has been singular in his dedication to improve the lot of the people he has served and to ease the suffering of those less fortunate”.
Over the years he has belonged to many medical societies, served on the Sanpete Valley Hospital Board and as chief of the medical staff. With regard to the practice of medicine and surgery, he has felt that if he had any major strength at all, it would have been in trying always to communicate to each patient his personal concern, and helping them understand the illness and what needed to be done for treatment.
A life-long member of the LDS Church, he served a 2 ½ year mission in the East German Mission, served twice as Bishop and as Stake President. He and Marlane were called as ordinance workers at the Manti Temple shortly after retiring. Then Bruce served as a Sealer and finally they were called as President and Matron of the Manti Temple from 2006 to 2009. Their fervent prayer was to have the health to finish this call. The prayer was answered, but two weeks following their release Bruce encountered serious health problems leading to open-heart surgery.
Bruce enjoyed a beautiful sunrise or sunset, a view from a high mountain peak, and watching the seedlings emerge from his garden in the spring, family history and anything that has wings and flies. He had a firm and abiding testimony in the gospel of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and a deep love for our country.
In reality, however, when all is said and done, he readily acknowledges the greatest accomplishment of all was in marrying his wonderful wife, Marlane. His real treasure consists of their four daughters with sons-in-law, and nine grandchildren
Bruce is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers. He is survived by his wife, four daughters Susan (Ralph Brothersen), Shari (Randal Thatcher), Ann (Lance Bushnell) and Allison (Joe Larson), nine grandchildren and two sisters, Yvonne (Darrel Cheney) and Julie (Richard Eggleston).
Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 21st at 11:00am at the Mount Pleasant Utah North Stake Center, 461 North 300 West. Viewings on Friday, April 20th, 6:00 – 8:00pm at Rasmussen Mortuary, 96 North 100 West, Mount Pleasant, Utah (435) 462-2427 or Saturday, 9:30 – 11:30am. Interment in the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery. Online condolences at rasmussenmortuary.com.

Charles Christopher “Chris” Miller 55 of Ogden, UT passed away April 10, 2012 at Mckay-Dee Hospital in Ogden, UT. Chris was born September 23, 1956 to Charles Ray and Mary Mildred Hook Miller in Olney, IL. Chris loved motorcycles and enjoyed taking them apart more than putting them back together. Survived by his children, Charles Jacob “CJ” Miller; Joshua James Miller; Kearstan Yvonne Miller; step-son, Virgil Ray Allred all of Ogden, UT; mother, Mary Miller of Fillmore, UT; sister, Cynthia Marie (Brent) Bartholomew, Ogden, UT; girlfriend, Janaye Wolfe, Ogden, UT. Preceded in death by his father, Charles Ray Miller; siblings, Charlotte Yvonne Miller & Christina Cherie Miller. Graveside services will be held Monday April 16, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. in the Fillmore City Cemetery. Friends may call Monday from 12:00-1:00 p.m. at the cemetery prior to services.

Dwight Huntsman, 82, passed away on November 24 at his winter residence in Happy Trails, Surprise, AZ. He was a fifth generation Huntsman, born in Fillmore UT, to George R. and Chlora Lewis Huntsman on April 13, 1929. He graduated from Millard High School in ‘47 where he excelled in basketball, tennis and track and was Senior Class President. He attended the University of Utah as a pre-med student, but wanted to fly. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1949. He served in Strategic Air Command (SAC) and Air Defense Command. He was stationed at Pepperell AFB, Newfoundland; Stewart AFB, NY; Ent AFB, Colorado Springs; Eglin AFB, Florida; Thule AFB, Greenland; Hamilton AFB, CA; and Tyndall AFB, FL. He embarked on dangerous missions for our country all over the world, intermingling with the locals, from Eskimos to Indies, and trying to understand their cultures. At one time Dwight had more hours of Arctic flying than any other Air Force pilot. This arctic flying took him to remote sites with primitive navigational aids, sometimes in marginal weather, requiring exceptional pilot skills. He served honorably in the United States Air Force, retiring in 1976 as a Lt. Col with a command pilot aeronautical rating.
Dwight was married to JoAnne Richardson of Gonzales, TX in 1950. Their children are; Clayton Dwight (Pattie), Valori, and Candi Diebel (Larry). He married Sylvia Snuffer in 1966 and became a father to her two sons Paul Rolland Tikalsky and Alan Dale Tikalsky. Together they have 11 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Lewis Knox Huntsman (Judy) and was preceded in death by brothers Ross and Byron.
After retiring Dwight and Sylvia built their home in Fillmore and he continued to pursue his love of hunting, fishing, and tennis, which he played on his own court. He was a skilled pianist and a 32nd Degree Mason. He and Sylvia made many trips in their RV, eventually bringing them to Happy Trails, AZ, their winter residence for 10 years. He was an avid golfer, playing daily into his eighties. He was renowned for the “seventh hole sip” and for his unquenchable sense of humor, which never left him. He was enthusiastic about life, living it to the fullest, and wanted that happiness for everyone else.. His motto was “Have fun.” He had a host of well-used jokes which sparked laughter among family and friends.
In keeping with his service to our country and former pre-med studies, his body is being donated to Science Care for medical research and education. The family wishes to express its deep appreciation to Intermountain Hospice in Fillmore and to Hospice of the Valley in AZ for their caring, compassionate service.
Dwight would be honored to have donations made in his name to Huntsman Cancer Foundation, 500 Huntsman Way., Salt Lake City, UT 84108. Dwight loved being called the Patriarch of the Huntsman family. Memorial service Friday April 13, 2012 at 1:00 pm in the American Legion Hall in 80 South Main in Fillmore, UT under the care of Rasmussen Mortuary of Fillmore.

Lauretta Young Monsen our Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great-grandmother passed away unexpectedly April 8, 2012 in Provo, Utah. She was surrounded by loving family, including all her children, as she passed from this life. She will be missed, but she faced death the same way she faced life, with courage and faith.
Lauretta was born October 3, 1938 in Longview, Washington to Ronald and Hilma Eugenia Johnstun Young, the third of five daughters. She spent her early years across the river in Rainier, Oregon, graduating from Rainier High School in 1956. Throughout high school, Lauretta was actively involved in gymnastics and basketball, and her mother and sisters were some of the original members of the Rainier Branch of the LDS Church. After graduation, Lauretta’s Branch President encouraged her to attend Brigham Young University in Provo. While at BYU, she met her eternal companion, Jay Sheldon Monsen. Recently discharged from the army, Jay was immediately smitten with her beauty and grace. They were married March 9, 1957 for time and eternity in the Manti Temple. In March, they celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary.

Lauretta served faithfully all her life in the Church. She had a tender heart for children, and she loved serving in the Primary, including as the Primary President in three different wards. She also served as a Relief Society President and teacher. Lauretta and Jay served faithfully together in the Manti Temple.

Family has always been the focus of her life. Every child and grandchild felt they were her favorite. She had a special gift with children, animals, and flowers. Lauretta’s great love for her family prevailed, as she stayed conscious until her last child arrived from New York, and she bid everyone a personal good-bye before passing through the veil.

Lauretta leaves behind her husband, Jay of Mt. Pleasant, Utah. She is survived by her children: Sheldon Ronald and Debbie Miller Monsen of Richfield Utah; Jaye Lynn and Mark Robison of Provo, Utah; David Evans and Shellie Moore Monsen of Orem , Utah; Lauri Ann and Ken Grier of Macedon, New York; James William and Karen Cresswell Monsen of Payson, Utah; Joseph Paul and Luciana Rodrigues Monsen of Orem, Utah; and Jeanne and Ramon Elias Tejada of Mt. Pleasant, Utah. She is also survived by 36 Grandchildren and 14 Great Grandchildren, and all four of her sisters , including Jean Nelson of Clark Fork, Idaho, Margaret (Don) Stewart of Kanab Utah, Rosemary (Bryan) Wade of Clark Fork, Idaho, and Hazel (John) Sanders of Rainier, Oregon.

Preceded in death by her parents, and one grandson Sheldon Richard Monsen.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. in Mt. Pleasant, Utah under the direction of Bishop Stallings of the Mt. Pleasant 3rd Ward (295 South State, Mt. Pleasant, Utah). There will be a viewing at the Church one hour before the funeral, as well as Tuesday night, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Rasmussen Funeral Home at (96 N 100W, Mt. Pleasant Utah). Interment will be in the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery.

Billie Bert Bills Eliason, 80, went to be with her family on the other side. She leaves behind an enormous family that will cherish her memory. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, daughter, aunt and cousin. She passed away April 3rd, 2012 in Nephi, UT.
Billie was born in Mount Pleasant, Utah April 22, 1931 to Willard Moroni & Bertha Saria Monson Bills. She married Robert Eugene Eliason June 25, 1949 in Elko, NV. She is survived by her sons, Darin (Val) Eliason, Wales, UT; Ryan (Lonnie) Eliason, Mt. Pleasant, UT; daughters Kaye (Kevin) Hinton, Eureka, SD; Susan Underdal, Fountain Green, UT; Shanna Cuellar, Fountain Green, UT; daughter-in-law Barbara Eliason, Mt. Pleasant, UT; son-in-law William Dase, Springville, UT; brothers Bob Bills, Nephi, UT; Jack (Ellie) Bills, Gig Harbor WA; 38 grandchildren, 53 great grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren, and 2 more soon-to-be great-great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by husband, sons Robert Eugene Eliason Jr, William (Bill) Eliason, Michael (Mike) Louis Eliason; daughters Jewel Lee Joanet, Shelly Ann Dase, daughter-in-law Christy Eliason “Thumper”.
Billie was a great lady who was loved by her family and many others who had met her. She was an amazing lady who will be sorely missed and always remembered with the utmost adoration of her friends and family. The world is truly a lesser place without her. She was a loving mother and friend. She was truly one of God’s most precious people.
Graveside services will be held Friday April 6, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. in the Mt. Pleasant City cemetery. Viewing will be held at Rasmussen Mortuary Thursday April 5th from 6-8 p.m. and Friday from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Phillip “flip” G. Miller
1937-2012

Our loving husband, father, grandfather returned to his Heavenly Father on March 28, 2012 with his loving wife and children by his side.
He was born in San Pedro, California June 18, 1937. He was preceded in death by his first wife Gay Lynn Madsen; parents Lawrence Monroe & Alice May Latimer Miller; brother Norman miller; grandson Liam Phillip Barker.

Phil served 10 years in the United States military after his honorable service Phil married Gay Lynn Madsen. They were married for 24 years when she died of cancer. He then married Carolyn Laudemann in 1994 in the Jordan River temple and they were married for 18 years.

Phil had an unwavering testimony of Jesus Christ. He was very well read in the scriptures and had a lot of gospel knowledge. He bore his testimony often. He loved his wife dearly and his grandchildren. Phil was colorful and a little rough around the edges. He was loved by many. The family would like to thank hospice for their services during his sickness.
Survived by his wife Carolyn Miller and 8 children Stacie (Robert) Ford, David (Becky) Miller, Elecia Miller, Miriam (Wayland) Barker, Robert Laudemann, Catherine (Ryan) Williams, Annette Laudemann, Michael Cornell Miller.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 7 at 11:00 a.m. in the Welby 3rd ward located at 8385 S 4800 W in West Jordan, where family and friends may visit on Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. prior to services. Interment will be at the Spring City cemetery with military rites. Online condolences are available at www.rasmussenmortuary.com.