Bert Andrew Ruesch passed away May 19, 2012 at Autumn Park Assisted Living in Mt. Pleasant, UT surrounded by his family. He was born December 7, 1921 in Mt. Pleasant to Frank Eugene and Mary Alberta Rolph Ruesch. He was the fourth of eight children, each of whom have preceded him in death. Bert attended school in Mt. Pleasant and graduated from North Sanpete HS in 1940.
He began his military service with the Utah National Guard Battery D222 in 1939 in Mt. Pleasant, then in 1941 was inducted into the Army on March 3, 1941 and went on to serve in WWII in Germany, France and England. Bert had a great love for this country and the freedoms we enjoy.
Upon return from WWII he married his lifelong companion Zola Anderson on February 6, 1946 in the Manti Temple. They were married for 66 years. Bert has always had a love for people and has dedicated his life to serving others. Bert worked many jobs including owner of Ruesch Monument and retired from the Post Office after 31 years of service. He has served in many church callings including bishop of the Mt. Pleasant 1st ward. He enjoyed serving in the VFW and the Pioneer Day committees. After Bert retired he and Zola worked in the Provo temple while the Manti temple was being remodeled. When the Manti temple remodel was completed they worked as ordinance workers for 20 years. They have many wonderful memories of serving our Father in Heaven. He has always taken pride in his home and yard and has grown many beautiful gardens and flower beds. He had a great love for his family and always looked forward to their visits. He is grateful for the gospel of Jesus Christ and the peace he has gained through serving others.
He is survived by his wife Zola, children Helen Diane (Elliott) Lund of Mt. Pleasant; Marilyn (Richard) Nielsen of Moroni; Larry Bert (Robyn) Ruesch of Sandy; 10 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Friday May 25, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. in the Mt. Pleasant 5th ward church (49 South State). Friends and family may call Thur. May 24, 2012 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Rasmussen Mortuary (96 N 100 W) Mt. Pleasant and Friday from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. prior to services at the church. Interment in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery with military honors.

09/08/1960 – 05/04/2012

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), Read the rest of this entry »

08/14/1953 – 05/02/2012

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. Read the rest of this entry »

04/07/1925 – 05/01/2012

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.

05/13/1943 – 04/26/2012

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, Read the rest of this entry »

06/06/1933 – 04/16/2012

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. Read the rest of this entry »

09/23/1956 – 04/10/2012

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.

April 13, 1929 – November 24, 2011

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, Read the rest of this entry »

10/03/1938 – 04/08/2012

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. Read the rest of this entry »

04/22/1931 – 04/03/2012

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. Read the rest of this entry »