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Show Manti Messenger, Thursday, April 4, 1996 Page 8 Primary election Michael Miner Densley Michael Miner Densley returned to our Heavenly ionic on March 30, 1996. He ' M, August 3, 19'' y, 1 UtahtoEla'1 J. .i Densley. Graduated nom Manti High School in 1982. Attended Snow College for one year w here he was an honor roll student. lobbies included playing his guitar, mechanics, skiing and motorcycling. His patience and sense of humor were 1 a great blessing to all those who knew him, especially to those who were benefited by his guidance, and ability to teach. le was a devoted son, caring for his mother since his father's death. He was 1 also a caring brother and uncle, loed by all his family. His kind and gentle spirit was an example to us all. I le is survived by his mother, Elaine; brother, Norman J. Densley Jr. (Susan); sisters, Dori Kclsch (Ron). Nan Wakefield, Dawn Bloomfield (Dave), Lorraine Kennedy (Todd), and Wendy Garrison (Wade); 22 nieces and nephews, and five and nephews. great-niece- s Funeral services were held Wednesday, April 3, 1996 at the Granger 9th and 5th LDS Ward Chapel. (2835 South 2655 West. West Valley City) 1 Vonda Merriam sparkling entertainment, drawing for door prizes were enjoyed by a large and appreciative number of elderly people. The highlight of the afternoon, as usual, was the honoring of one of the old timers. Selected for that honor this year was Vonda Gcneta Peterson Merriam. Surrounded by a myriad of family members, Vonda was escorted to the stage and many tributes were paid to her. She was introduced by Master of Ceremonies Bruce Bown. following which a wonderful tribute was given by one of her daughters, Anna May Thomas. Mrs. Thomas recounted many experiences of her mother, all of which attested to her sterling character and the great esteem in which she was held by all who knew her. Mrs. Merriam lost her mother when she was but 16 years old. Vonda After her father went out on her own. On June 10, 1930, she married Edgar Merriam, after which her husband and her family became her life, Mrs. Thomas recounts. Vonda had ten children. Caring for them and also caring for for some 18 her father-in-laher extremely occuyears, kept beside her hus- worked She pied. w to personally attend the convention due to his responsibilities as an Orem City Councilman. He Jay Licchty focused his energies on educating people about the seriousness of the national debt, and the moral slide in America. Tom Draschil wanted to encourage people to pin down each congressional candidate on specific issues in order to find out the differences, because all the candidates stand for the Constitution and removing power from the federal government. lie mentioned that GATT and N A FTA w ere two treaties that lie opposed, where others may lend their support. Bruce Blosil is concerned about the turning point in Amei ica he wants to insure a return to moral values, personal safety and personal control over income, targeting social security as the main threat; and has coined the phrase, I lelpCare S stem as an alternative to welfare, focusing on prevention rather than intervention. Steve Sanstrom was unable was unable to be represented at the convention. In addition to electing delegates for the state convention, county delegates went about the business of voting for a single can- By Tricia Call Bruce Barton was recognized band for all those years, and always pulled her share of the load. and honored on March 8th by the She made certain that her children Sanpete Rotary Club; Bruce is the were taught the responsibilities of most recent recipient of the Paul I larris Fellow, an award given by being able to work. I he family not only worked Rotary International. On hand to together, it played together. Mrs. present the award were Jim SimThomas recalled many instances per, accompanied by his wife, which the family spent in enjoyShirley; and Delon Anderson by each well as as other, ing many his wife, Margaret. Mr. Simper is friends. There other was always Rotary's District Foundation room at our table for guests, Mrs. Chairman, and Mr. Anderson is the District Governor. Thomas said. 1 Rotary International's Foundation coordinates service efforts in the areas of international needs and Polio Plus. Polio Plus is Rotary's effort to eradicate polio w orldw ide by the year 2000. Contributions for the project go to purchasing and administering of vaccine. Other projects include agricultural education and development in third world countries, health, literacy, and good will She was particularly concerned when her boys were in the service and w rote them often sending them goodies of all kinds. Vonda worked with the Cub Scouts and was Work Director in the Relief Society for several years. Mom always had a special gift at Christmas time for each of her descendants. Most of the items were handmade. She always had high ideals and tried to instill them in her famprojects. ily, Mrs. Thomas said. Rotary gives the Paul Harris Fellow recognition to members who have contributed $1,000 or more over the course of ten years. Contributions come in the form of JoAnn Hermansen, USU Exmembership dues, club fees, and Extension Educator to answer questions swer questions on the topic 1 lan-dli- Mistakes. She will also be at Mt. Pleasant City 1 (all on April 1 0 at 7 p.m. to discuss Cooking with Kitchen Herbs. by calling members and 27,600 clubs. The Rotary Foundation is able turn to $1000 into 37 new wells in Bangladesh. 50 pair of glasses for 1. THE SEARCH IS OVER! Happy iAsm! position with Zions Bank. She has filed for candidacy; she received votes; Gene Bardslcy from Centerfield entered as an oppos1 1 v.'-.- ing candidate and received 15 votes. Bob Bessey, running for County Commissioner received 107 votes, while his y of Lyon, Gary Sterling opponent, received 19 votes. These results confirmed that there will not be a need for a primary election on the county candidate officers. inner-part- children in Mexico, dental care in the Philippines, and fit victims of a parasitic disease in India with artificial limbs. 100 of contribu- tions go toward the projects; contributions go into a trust fund for three years, with only the interest from the fund used to operate the foundation. Why are zero tolerance laws needed? LHP Four Manti High School students received honors at last weeks Sterling Scholar awards night. Laura Fore, a daughter of Paul and Rebeckah Fore of Ephraim, was named the Sterling Scholar in Family, Consumer and Health Sci- ences category. Trooper Terry C. Smith By Sterling Scholars named . 0 In 1993, 2,364 youth aged crashes. died in alcohol-relate- d A recent study of 12 states 15-2- with lower limits for youth showed a 20 reduction in Robert Johnson, a son of Steve and Dorothy Johnson of Manti, in Mathematics. was a runner-u- p Camille Barclay, a daughterof Michael and Susan Barclay of Manti, was a runner-uLanguage. Z39 network 674-555- 5 KANAB 644-242- 4 CEDAR CITY 865-010- 1 DELTA 864-252- 5 of Steve and Kathy Frischknecht of Manti, was a runn- er-up in Music. Other Manti High competitors were: Stacey Hintze, Business Education; Mandi Shore, Dance; Erica Hermansen, English; Angela White, General Scholarship; Holly Dyreng, Social Science; Nathan Hampton, Speech and Drama; Preston Frischknecht, Science; Maren Anderson, Visual Arts and Dean Olson, Technology in Foreign a high value on being able to drive. To be effective, a zero toler- ance law allows a police officer to require a breath test from a driver under the age of 21 if the officer has probable cause to be- 5 injured (Continued from page 1) forward to being released on Wednesday or Thursday (April 3 or 4). Merlin Moyes was transported via AirMed to the University of Utah Medical Center, and has been upgraded to fair condition. Loren Thompson was taken via ambulance to Utah Valley Regional Medical Center and is now satisfactory condition, with a possible release before the end of in the week. Because of the speed that the Hey vehicle was traveling when it went out of control (approx. 55 mph), had the occupants not been wearing seatbelts, they would likely have been ejected from the vehicle, causing fatalities andor crippling injuries, speculates both the highway patrol officer on the scene, and the emergency room staff. The vehicle was a total loss; no one knows if the dog survived the incident. 55 RICHFIELD .896-940- 0 Kids! Are you ready for some fun? Its time once again for Manti City's Annual Saturday, April 6th 1 CELLULARKIE' ST. GEORGE p Erika Frischknecht, a daugh- - ter alcohol-r- crashes. This is a very significant drop. The threat of losing their license is a big deterrent for young people who place such elated Ericsson Flip only 800-381-23- Ivb Camille Barclay Laura Fore 1 V 9:30 a.m. Manti City Park The Call Toll Free ft 1 Pre-regist- er 835-215- !V didate for County Auditor and Ilene County Commissioner. Frischknecht was appointed as County Auditor late last year, when Ryan Anderson accepted a lieve that the driver has been drinking. If the driver refuses the 123 Paul test or the test reveals an alcohol This ear, there were Harris Fellows awards given to level, the driver should be subject members in the Utah District of to sanctions, including the loss of Rotary International, out of a to- his or her drivers license. tal membership of 2000. Internationally, there are over .2 million voluntary contributions. tension Educator, will be at Kent's Market in Ephraim on Friday, April 5 from 4:30 to 5:30 to anAvoid Warm Weather Food C5, Bruce Barton of Ephraim named Paul Harris Fellow receives recognition at Old Folks Party 1 lonoring old folks has been a tradition in Manti for many years longer than most of the senior citizens can remember. And this year was no exception. Last Saturday the annual Old Folks Party was held in the Manti Stake Center. A delicious meal, (Continued from page 1) islation; rather that the Supreme Court has taken that power away. BLANDING 678-316- 2 This year will be bigger and better than last year, thanks to the very generous donations from our local businesses. All children up to age 10 are welcome! |