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Show B4 The Emery County Review, Tuesday, June 17, 2008 TRIBUTE Chester Hall Montez Jacobsen Gaylene Ballard PRICE – Chester Lee Hall, age 77 of Price, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2008 peacefully in his sleep in his home in Price. Chester was born in Sweets, Utah , January 20, 1931 to Chester Lafayette Hall and Erminnie Beulah Baker Hall. Chester grew up in Sweets and attended grammar school at Central and Harding Elementary in Price. At the age of fourteen he left to attend Mooseheart Academy in Mooseheart, Illinois with his sister. While attending high school there he played football and traveled with his team to Tacoma Washington where he helped them to an undefeated season. Upon graduating from Mooseheart he also learned the trade of barbering and left as a licensed barber. He returned back to Price in 1949 where he lived with his adopted family of Ed and Iris Potts and their children and was able to renew old friendships with Al Richens and Von Johnston. It was in Price where he met his sweetheart, LeDonna Atwood at the local A & W. Chester with his two buddies enlisted in the Navy and left for boot camp in San Diego in January of 1951 and was later joined by his bride to be where they were married on July 21, 1951 and later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple for time and all eternity on February 29, 1954 upon his return home from the Korean conflict. Chester worked as a barber for Toy Atwood at Atwood’s barber Shop, as well as the coke ovens in Columbia and Kaiser Steel in Sunnyside, Utah before he made his career as an engineer working for the Utah Department of Transportation where he retired after 27 years in 1987. After his wife, Chester’s second love was sports, where he was very involved with little league baseball as the league president as well as very heavily involved as a sports official for community and high school softball, basketball and baseball. Chester’s favorite sport of all, however, was football where he enjoyed it as both a fan and as an official. Chester was awarded the State of Utah High School Football Official of the Year in 1999. He also enjoyed camping, hunting and fishing and being in the outdoor, with his family and his friends, Blaine Marx, Alfred Richens and other good friends. One of his favorite places is the Boulder Mountain area in Southern Utah. He was an active member of the LDS Church where he held several callings in the Price 3rd and 6th Wards. Chester will be remembered for his sense of humor and friendly outgoing personality. He was able to talk to complete strangers and make those around him feel comfortable in any setting and welcome in his home. Chester is survived by his wife LeDonna Atwood Hall, son Robert L. (Peggy) Hall, Poplar Bluff, Missouri; Susan L. Hall, West Jordan, Utah; Chester Lynn (Vickie) Hall, St. George, Utah; Don E. (Allyne) Hall West Haven. Utah; Gary L. (Kelly) Hall Cleveland, Utah; Tawyna (Cory) Kulow Price, Utah; and Douglas B. (Stephanie) Hall Price, Utah, 21 grandchildren, 9 step grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, 10 step great grandchildren and numerous brother and sister-in-laws. His grandchildren and great grandchildren were his pride and joy and he will be forever in out hearts and deeply missed. We love you. Chester is preceded in death by his parents, sister Erma Hall Palmer and daughter Nanette Hall Baker Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, June 17, 2008, at 11:00 am at the Price 3rd , 6th and 11th Ward building at 300 West and 500 South. Friends may visit with the family on Monday evening June 16, 2008 from 6-8 p.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home, 233 East Main in Price and again at the church on Tuesday morning one hour prior to the services. Interment: Cliff View Cemetery. EMERY—Montez Jacobsen, age 77, passed away June 13, 2008 at Emery County Nursing & Rehab Center. She was born on January 31, 1931 as one of 7 children born to Neils Christian and Ella Maxfield Jensen. Montez grew up in Emery and attended South Emery High. She met Boyd C. Jacobsen in 1947, and they were married on July 23, 1948 in Salt Lake City. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple. Montez was a faithful member of the LDS Church serving in many callings including Primary teacher, Cub Scout leader, and Librarian. She loved being with her family. Her husband, children, and grandchildren were the joy of her life. Her hobbies included quilting, embroidering, and vegetable and flower gardening. Montez will always be remembered as a loving and kind wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. Montez is survived by her husband, Boyd; her children, Michael Boyd (Shirley) Jacobsen, and Jackie (Mark) Jensen, both of Ferron; a son-in-law, Randy Austin of Teasdale, Utah; a brother, Gardell (Gay) Jensen of Salt Lake City; 10 grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Claudia Austin; two sisters: Verda Petersen and Mildred Brown; two brothers: Ferrell Jensen and Lloyd Jensen; and an infant brother, Durfin. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 17, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at the Emery LDS Chapel. There will be a viewing at 12:30 p.m. at the church prior to the services. Interment will be in the Emery City Cemetery. Services are in the care of Fausett Mortuary. PRICE- Our loving mother, daughter, grandmother, sister, and friend to many, Gaylene Mills Ballard, age 71, passed away June 9, 2008, while surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 20, 1936 in Spring Canyon, Utah to Wilburn H. and Thusnelda G. Hunter Mills. Married Martin “Marty” H. Ballard, June 11, 1960 in Price, Utah; he died November 23, 2005. Gaylene was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was a lifelong resident of Carbon County and a graduate of Carbon High School. She was a dedicated employee of Safeway’s in Price for many years. Gaylene loved the outdoors, and she cherished all that it had to offer. She enjoyed working in her yard, riding horses, and spending time with her family Gaylene was a lady of great strength and beauty, and she always brought great comfort to those around her. She was a friend to all and will be dearly missed by her family and a community of friends. Survived by mother, Thusnelda Mills; two sons, Michael (Linda) Ballard; Lance Ballard, all of Price; brother, Gary (LaVange) Mills, Spring Glen; three granddaughters, Mikelle, Lacie and Haley; and many special nieces and nephews who loved her dearly. She was preceded in death by father and husband. Graveside service was June 12, 2008, at the Price City Cemetery. Valerie Lynn Bruno HOUSTON, TEXAS / PRICE – Valerie Lynn Bruno was born June 5, 1958 to Pete and Doris Bruno. A beloved daughter, sister, niece, aunt, cousin, and friend, Valerie had a unique love for life, which she shared by serving others. She delighted in knitting handmade toys, afghans, and clothing for her dear family members, and she sported a playful personality that made her every child’s best friend. Valerie’s service also extended to reading to children with disabilities and contributing her talents to the Humanitarian Center and Newborns in Need. Her open arms and selfless attitude made each person in her life feel special and loved. Valerie graduated from the University of Utah in drama. For over 20 years, she has been a dedicated employee for the Williams Company, a home to many valued friends and co-workers whom the family thanks for offering great support in Valerie’s life and in her passing. Valerie had a strong belief in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and had a testimony in the Savior. Her faith offers peace at her passing on June 9, 2008 from a sudden illness, which allowed her to offer more service in being a donor to others. She was preceded in death by her mother, Doris Bruno, and her sister Doris Marx. Valerie is survived by her father, Pete Bruno; Dale Marx; Shirlie (Greg) VanWagoner; Marilyn (Dean) Harmon; Joan (Darrell) Keller; Doug Bruno; and many loved nieces and nephews. Her family would like to thank those that brought joy to her life and Pioneer Hospital for their attentive care. Thank you also to the Price LDS 1st ward for their help at this time. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Price, Utah LDS Stake Center (150 South 500 East.) Viewing will be Friday, June 13, 2008 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Fausett Mortuary (680 East 100 South – Price, Utah) and from 10:00 – 10: 45 a.m. prior to the service at the Stake Center. Interment will be in the Price City Cemetery. Services are under the care of Fausett Mortuary. Francis Lamph PRICE- Francis Memory Lamph, age 95, passed away peacefully June 13, 2008 in Orem. He was born November 1, 1912 in Hiawatha, Utah to Nephi Albert and Nora Blanche Memory Lamph. Married Adelia “Dee” Luera Lewis, January 10, 1939 in Oakland, California; she died January 23, 1998. Francis was a longtime resident of Carbon County where he grew up in Standard. He was an expert on the historical information concerning the Spring Canyon Coal Camps. Francis had a strong heart and sound mind, and he could remember anything and everything about the camps. He honorably served his county in the US Army and CCC’s. Francis loved automobiles, but he made sure that they had to be “FORDS”. He enjoyed the outdoors, gardening, and was a great scout leader for many years. For nearly forty years he resided in California where he worked as a carpenter for the Oakland School District. He was a retired member of the Carpenter’s Union Local # 713 in California. Francis will be dearly missed by his family and many longtime friends. Survived by his children, Francine (Delwyn) Berrett, Salem; James A. (Carla) Lamph, Rexburg, ID; Dorothy (Gene) Peckover, Lynden, WA; sisters, Alice and Anna Davis, both of California; 17 grandchildren and 40 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by four brothers, William, Albert, Alden and Robert; four sisters, Elanor, Arlean, Janet and Ruth; granddaughter, Heather Berrett; and great-granddaughter, Grace Lamph. Funeral service, Friday, June 20, 2008 10:00 a.m., Mitchell Funeral Home, 233 East Main Street. Family will be at Mitchell’s Friday one hour prior to service. Interment, Cleveland City Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Mitchell Funeral Home of Price. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers contributions to Primary Children’s Hospital. Justin McBee WELLINGTON / BIG PINEY, WY – Justin McBee, age 31, died June 13, 2008 in Wellington, Utah. He was born June 27, 1976 in Los Alamitos, California to Ronald Earl and Ann Marie Murray McBee. He married Jamie Lee Coleman on February 13, 1999 in Big Piney, Wyoming. He is survived by his parents; his wife; and his three children: Troy John McBee, Candis Noel McBee, and Cadence McBee. Funeral services will be held in Big Piney, Wyoming. Arrangements are under the care of Fausett Mortuary. Ryan Roy Thayn WELLINGTON—Ryan Roy Thayn was born August 11, 1973, in Price, Utah to Randy and Loralie Thayn. He left us November 4, 1998. Ryan graduated from Carbon High School in 1991, and he later attended the College of Eastern Utah. Ryan was an all-star baseball player and loved to coach his younger brothers. Ryan loved to watch the Utah Jazz and the Oakland Raiders. Ryan’s passion for fishing and hunting developed into taxidermy, which he enjoyed for several years. He stuffed many animals for himself, family, and friends. Ryan’s work included repair duties at Mine West and well operator for Seely Oil Company in Mounds. Ryan was a strong, reserved person with a dry, witty personality. Ryan was extremely loved and will be missed dearly by all who knew him. Ryan is survived by his parents, Randy and Loralie; brothers, Brett (Samantha) Thayn of Nibley and Tyler Thayn of Logan; Grandmother, Marilyn Young of Wellington; Great-grandmother, Elizabeth Olsen of Ferron; a nephew, Brendan Ryan; three nieces, Cydnie, Ashley, and Taylor; and all uncles, aunts, and cousins. Ryan was followed in death by his grandparents, Harold and Ethel Thayn, and Merril Young, all of Wellington. Funeral services were June 13, 2008 at the Wellington LDS Stake Center (935 East Main). Interment was in the Wellington Cemetery. Services were in the care of Fausett Mortuary. Randy Howell EAST CARBON-Randy Dale Howell, age 50, passed away June 6, 2008 in East Carbon. He was born August 9, 1957 in Dragerton, Utah to Edwin O’Neal Howell and Ruby Beatrice McDougal. Married Kristin Charlotte Heath, August 3, 1981 in Oracle, Arizona. Randy was a lifelong resident of Carbon County. He was a graduate of East Carbon High School in 1976. He worked at various coal mines in the area and was later employed at Joy Mining Machinery. He loved the outdoors, working on vehicles, and spending time with his children and grandchildren. Survived by his wife, Kristin Howell, Price; two daughters and one son, Laci (Anthony) Hedmond, Follansbee, WV, Levi Howell, Price, Courtney (Travis) Hardy, Helper; three grandchildren, Kayle, Braxton Bingham and Rylee Hedmond; brother, Jerry (Genelle) Howell, Sunnyside, sister-in-law, Mary Howell, East Carbon. 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