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Show Wed/Thurs/Fri, January 18-20, 2017 The Park Record A-12 at thN o w o e To p e N p of Mai Obituary James Martin Burkett n 1927-2017 James “Jim” Burkett, 89, died on Thursday at his home in Park City. Jim was a man of very few words whose actions spoke volumes. He bravely served our country in World War II and the Korean War by claiming he was older than he was when he enlisted. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans and the Veterans of Foreign War. He is owed a debt of gratitude for our freedom. He met the love of his life, Jean (Gualtieri) Burkett, in Tooele on Valentine’s Day, 1947. They were married in June 1947 and would have celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary this year. Jim converted to Catholicism in 1947 and was incredibly devout in his faith. He was often found kneeling in prayer by the side of his bed, even when he was too weak to get up by himself. He suffered from debilitating and disfiguring disease for most of his adult life and never complained. Jim always had a quiet dignity that allowed him to bear his personal cross with grace and good humor. Jim was an avid fisherman and outdoorsman who inspired a love of the outdoors and nature in all that knew him. He was predeceased by his wife, Jean, in 2001, and is survived by his two daughters, Nancy (Park City, Utah) and Joann (Salt Lake City, Utah); his granddaughters, Nicole (San Francisco, California) and Terra (Salt Lake City, Utah) and his favorite niece, Dianna (Erda), and her daughter, Toni (Tooele), both of whom considered him their father and grandfather as he helped raise them. A vigil to celebrate Jim’s life will be held on Thursday, Jan. 19, from 6-8 p.m. at St. Mary’s of the Assumption Catholic Church, 1505 W. White Pine Canyon Road, Park City. A rosary and funeral mass for Jim will be celebrated at St. Marguerite’s Church in Tooele, Utah, on Friday, Jan. 20, beginning at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at the Tooele City Cemetery. James Martin Burkett BLM wants comment on energy leasing near Zion Market | Café | Espresso Located at the Historic Imperial House 221 Main Street, Park City | 435.649.0799 Open Daily 7:30 am to 7:00 pm RiverhorseProvisions.com Inquire about Riverhorse Catering, Private Chef & Event Venues: events@riverhorseparkcity.com Associated Press ST. GEORGE, Utah (AP) — A federal agency is accepting public comment on possible leasing of public lands for oil and gas drilling that could take place as close as 2 miles from Zion National Park in southern Utah. The Spectrum newspaper reports the Bureau of Land Management is accepting comment until Feb. 10 on an environmental assessment of three parcels nominated as potential leasing sites in Washington County. If approved, the parcels could be included in a scheduled June 12 lease sale. BLM spokesman Ryan Sutherland said the agency wants to determine whether leases are possible and whether there can be protections for resources. The assessment reports that oil production could provide jobs and other benefits but also says tourism could be negatively impacted. General inquiries: provisions@riverhorseparkcity.com follow us on Instagram: @RHprovisions WELL SEASONED NEW LUXURY SKI / GOLF RESIDENCES GOLF OUT YOUR BACK DOOR / SKI OUT YOUR FRONT DOOR Located in Canyons Village at Park City Mountain, directly on Canyons Golf Course and steps to the Frostwood Gondola, Juniper Landing affords contemporary mountain living and an abundance of world-class amenities. After skiing, golfing, or a workout in the fitness center, relax in the heated saltwater pool and hot tub or enjoy the sauna and steam shower. INTRODUCING BUILDING 6 Now taking contracts on 3, 4 and 5 bedroom residences starting at $1,099,000 RICK SHAND TRACEY JARET 435 655 1930 435 901 2355 JuniperLandingParkCity.com 2016 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.® Equal Housing Opportunity. Information not verified or guaranteed. If your home is currently listed with a Broker, this is not intended as a solicitation. |