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Show A4 Wednesday, March 17, 2004 Obituaries Michelle L. 'Toody' Openshaw Beloved wife and mom, Michelle L. "Toody" Openshaw, age 44 of Vernal died on Thursday, March 1 1, 2004 at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born on August 6, 1959 to Vern and Fern Alldredge Young in Salt Lake City. She married mar-ried Clark Openshaw on Jan. 3, 1975 in Vernal, Utah. They were happily married for 29 years. Toody and Clark ' shared a great love for each other that was apparent appar-ent to anyone that saw them together. togeth-er. Toody 's greatest joy in life was spending time with and taking care of her family, dogs and cats. She loved her home and was the happiest happi-est when everyone was there together heing cozy. Some of her hobbies were supervising super-vising the yard work, reading and cooking. Toody was a wonderful cook. She really enjoyed trying new recipes and even had special ones for each season. Her favorite thing to do was decorate dec-orate the house for all of the holidays, holi-days, especially Christmas. That was her favorite time of year. She loved everything about it, the music, the Christmas shows, specials spe-cials on TV. and the decorations. A little gleam would come into her eyes when the stores would start getting decorations in. First thing she would be over looking at the village houses and figures then off to the yard decorations. She couldn't could-n't wait to see what new things they had, that she could add to the yard. She really enjoyed putting up her village that grew bigger every year. Ever since Toody was a small child she has had a special love for all animals and could not stand to see them suffer in any way. She Kyia Jayde and Karlynn Joan Taylor Kyia Jayde and Karlynn Joan Taylor Our Little Angels, Kyia Jayde and Karlynn Joan Taylor, returned home alter being on this earth for just a short time on Friday, March 12, 2004. They were born on March 10, 2004 at the University of Utah Medical Center, twin daughters of Daniel and Karlecn Taylor of Vernal. Kyia and Karlynn are survived by their parents, Daniel and Karleen; sister, Kylie; brother, Coy; great-grandparents. great-grandparents. Gene and Elma Ashton Louis Franks In loving memory of our infant son and brother: We love you Ashton with all our hearts. You will be our baby forever. We will be together again. Infant son is survived by: His parents par-ents Chct Raymond and Tiffany Richardson Franks, and older brother, broth-er, Brodee Chet Franks of Vernal. He is also survived by grandparents, grandpar-ents, William "Pete" and LeeAnne Richardson of Vernal and Dezradee M. Franks of Salt Lake City. Great grandparents are Valda Dez Massey We would like to thank all those who were so kind to us in our recent and sudden loss of our most devoted husband and father, Dave Larson. Through cards, floral offerings, food and many other kind expressions of sympathy; A special thanks to Lapoint Ward Relief Society for the nice luncheon, Carole Jackson and Judy Huber for the beautiful music; to John & Rose Fausett and to all those who helped in the funeral services. The family of Dave Larson t 1 v Michelle L. 'Toody' Openshaw never drove by an animal that looked lost or hurt without stopping to see if she could help them. If stray animals showed up at the house she would always take them to the animal shelter so they would have a chance of getting a good home. She always wanted to see the day when there really were no more homeless pets. Toody was a loving wife, the kind of mom every child dreams of having hav-ing and a caring friend. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Toody is survived by her husband, hus-band, Clark of Vernal; daughter, Jamie M. Openshaw of Vernal; brother, Stan (Bonnie) Jepson of Riverton, Utah; sister in-law, Holly Rodocker of Salt Lake City. She was preceded in death by her mother and step-father, Fern and Jack; and brother, Darin. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 at 1 1 a.m. at Thomson-Blackburn Vernal Mortuary. Friends may call one hour prior to the services. Burial will be in the Maeser Fairview Cemetery under the direction of Thomson-Blackburn Thomson-Blackburn Vernal Mortuary. Wallace; grandparents, Eugene and Diana Williams; Preston and Barbara Taylor; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 at the Altamont Cemetery at 1 p.m. Family and friends may call on Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Thomson-Blackburn Vernal Mortuary. Burial is in the Altamont Cemetery under the direction of Thomson-Blackburn Vernal Mortuary. and Miles and Nera Batty of Vernal. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceeded in death by great grandmother. Donna Moon Massey and great grandparents Louis and Celesta Richardson. Graveside services w ill be held on Wednesday, March 17 at 2:00 p.m. at the Vernal City Memorial Park. Interment will be at the Vernal City Memorial Park. Services are under the direction of Thompson-Blackburn Mortuary. L Vernal Velma Mary Soper Velma Mary Soper, 67, of Grand Junction, Colo, passed away at St. Mary's Hospital on March 7, 2004 after a lengthy illness. Graveside services were held on March 13 at Highland Cemetery in Meeker, Colo. A viewing was held from 11 a.m. to noon prior to the services. Velma was born Jan. 15, 1937 to John and Mary (Swell) Despain in Sweetwater County, Wyo. She spent her childhood and attended schools in Vernal. Velma married Jimmy Atwood. They later divorced. She then married mar-ried Keith Soper who preceded her in death. Velma was a retired bank teller. She had been a lifelong resident of Meeker before moving to Grand Junction. She was a member of the LDS Church in Meeker and was an avid golfer. She and Keith spent many happy years on the golf courses together. Velma is survived by sons. Jimmy Dee Atwood (Cindy) of Chaliss. Ida., Mike Atwood and his companion compan-ion Tim W'ulf of Grand Junction, Colo., daughter Atwood Adair of Steamboat Springs, Colo., brother John (Gail) Despain of Manila, sisters; sis-ters; Velva Merrell of Payson, Utah. Eu Jay (Fox) Marshall Eu Jay (Fox) Marshall, 88, died Friday. March 12. 2004 at home in Las Vega, Nev. She was preceded in death by her husband Otis, her parents, par-ents, W.N. and Emma (Wright) Fox. three sisters and five brothers. She was born in Eastland County. Texas on July 16, 1915. She lived many years in Eunice. N.M. before moving mov-ing back to Eastland. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law Palsy and Don Norton ol "I ' M .. I', I,. HJJ MWPMUI Ijl " Ili.lMjKJIIIlH.LIM I! Mil J 1,1. .: JjaM ... . ri v f Ll - - v--n mid. y V. "it fli ' f, I, Ml I J ' " - f-..--: ...1 ..isi J Beckie Allred, Marianne Showalter and Fran Harding prepare for the annual Current Topics fund raising Rummage Sale that benefits the entire community. Current Topics prepares for annual rummage sale It's Rummage Sale season for the enthusiastic Vernal Current Topics Club members, who have been busily collecting and preparing donated items and putting their colorful col-orful posters throughout the community. com-munity. The large Current Topics Club fund raiser returns all of the proceeds pro-ceeds of this one event back into donations for community needs, being responsible for thousands of dollars of assistance to a wide variety vari-ety of beneficial causes. The Sale has changed locations this year, and will be held at the Western Park. Club members met March 3 to Ashley readers win in the Million Minute Marathon During the month of February, the third and fourth grade classes of Ashley Elementary competed for special classroom rewards in a competition com-petition implemented to encourage the MaeserAshley PTA's Million Minute Marathon which has been in progress since October. There were two winning categories cate-gories for each grade, one for the classroom with the greatest total number of minutes and the other for the classroom with the largest number num-ber of students who met the 300-minute 300-minute individual goal. In the third grade, the class of Judy Foley and Dorraine Robbins We wish to extend our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to Applcgate Home Health & Hospice, our relatives, friends and neighbors for their many acts of kindness, messages of sympathy, and beautiful floral tributes during our recent bereavement. The fam ilies of: DeeAnn Goodrich, Roy & Lucy Goodrich, l hive CT Jody bimomch Express si u Velma Mary Soper Jan 15, 1937-March7,2004 Verla Robbins of Vernal, Vernetta (llalley) Bindle of Manila, Opal Arrowsmiih (Bill) Davis of Idaho, 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren, grand-children, and two step-daughters, Kim and Kathy Soper of Meeker, Colo. She was preceded in death by her father. John Despain, mother, Mary Despain Arrowsmith, step-father, Sylvan Arrowsmith, ex-husband, Jimmy Atwood and granddaughter, Tina Marie Atwood. Arrangement were made under the direction of Martin Mortuary. Las Vegas, and daughter-in-law Dale and Chris Marshall of Vernal, three brothers, one sister, four grandchildren, six great grandchildren grandchil-dren and one great-great grandchild. Funeral services will be held at the Bakker Funeral Home in Eastland, Texas, Friday March 19 at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be at the Merriman Cemetery in Eastland County. hear Lorraine L. Wilson, family nurse practitioner, as she addressed the club concerning women's health issues. The entertaining presentation presenta-tion provided a wealth of knowledge, knowl-edge, and according to one club member attending, "If laughter is the best medicine, everyone in attendance is a lot healthier." Sherry Lewis and Claudia Fletcher provided bright yellow daffodils and green shamrocks and served refreshments. Fran Harding presented the Current Topic before members were given posters to distribute for the Rummage Sale to be held March 27. won for the class with the greatest number of minutes read. They had accumulated 10,852 minutes. Wendy Karren's third grade class won with 19 students meeting the 300 minute goal. Rex Hadlock's fourth grade class won in both categories with 13,975 minutes and 19 students meeting the 300-minute goal. The winners will get a little time off from their school work to enjoy a mov ie, soda and popcorn courtesy of the Ashley Elementary PTA Education Commission lead by Charmain Siddoway. V PROPOSED N AVE KAY FAMILY PARK . " f7 -Mr 7' 9T 9 : 'it- Map shows proposed park at 500 Park... Continued from A1 ed. There will be several public meetings to receive input on with the community would like to see developed on the property. Ultimately the board will decide what will be developed on the property. prop-erty. The Recreation Board has applied to the Community Impact Board for a $75,000 grant to hire a planner for the park. They have also retain an attorney to assist in drafting draft-ing an agreement with the Kay Family. The Kay Family has requested that the sale include the building a gateway into the the park with the name of the place on it. The Family has also requested that the park be named "The Alvin and Virginia Kay Memorial Park." The use of the land will be restricted to recreation and educational educa-tional purposes. The control of the park will remain under the direction of the Uintah Recreation District Board as long as it in in existence. Millecam said he as received several sev-eral telephone call from people concerned con-cerned about the purchase of the property and the development of Si Si 'I n 1 4 I Students compete in history fair The Uintah Basin Regional History Fair was held March 1 1 at Roosevelt Middle School with students stu-dents from Duchesne and Uintah counties, grades 4-1 2, participating. Students were competing in primary pri-mary (grades 4-6), junior (grades 6-8) 6-8) and senior (grades 9-12) categories. cate-gories. Students presented history research projects, competing for the opportunity to advance to the state contest. Winners were announced at an awards ceremony at the close of the day. This year students were encouraged encour-aged to address the theme, "Exploration, Encounter and Exchange in History." They looked at topics such as explorers and expeditions, scientific discovery and cultural exchange. Students competed according to their age group in four different categories: cat-egories: historicl papers, exhibits, performances and documentary media. The Uintah Basin Regional History Fair was presented by the Utah History Fair and the Duchesne School District. The Utah History Fair is a program of the Mountain West Center for Regional Studies at Utah State University. It is funded by the Utah Division of State History and the Utah Humanities Council. Winners of the Documentary category cat-egory were Brooks Hunt and Chelsi Hatch of Uintah High School for their History of the Lost Rhoades Mines; Taryn Puro and Alexis Benson, Roosevelt Middle School, A Giant Leap for Mankind; and Todd Roberts, Tabiona High School, Encounter at Promintory. Exhibits winners were: Sasha Merrill, Robert Karren and Bill Partridge, Uintah High School, The World's Wealth; Jennifer Ellsworth and Erica Slaugh, Uintah High School, Railroads; Cassy Gardner, Altamont Elementary, John Wesley Powell, Tiffanee Freston, Myton Elementary, Mountain Men in the West; Lynnzie Dressen, Neola Elementary, Percy L. Clark; Alexis Adams and Chelise Rowley, Duchesne Elementary, Penicillin; r.3 "li tUL zone c South Vernal Ave. the park. "I have sat down with these people peo-ple and explained in detail what we are planning to do," Millecam said. "Most people once they release that the money has to be used for recreation, recre-ation, and if the board maintains a large bank account with the board, the legislature would remove the source of funding." The money was made available in 1998 with the passage of House Bill 134 which brought a bigger percentage of mineral lease monies back to Uintah County. Uintah County passed a resolution changing chang-ing the recreation association to the Uintah Recreation District. Today the Uintah Recreation District received approximately $2 million a year to run all the different differ-ent department of recreation and do some capital improvements: new playgrounds for the citycounty park, Independence Park and Remember the Maine Park, parkin, and landscaping for the soccei fields at the Old KOA, bleachers and upgrades to the baseball and softball fields, Maeser Community Park irrigation, lawn, parking and pavilion roof. Money was budgeted in 2003, $700,000 to building of a new ice facility at Western Park. Kaley Sessions, Chloe Notte, Daci Murray and Kirsten Fisher, Roosevelt Middle School, Susan B. Anthony; Jessica Miles and Jacie Bird, Altamont Elementary, Jedidiah Smith; Tanna Fillmore, Tabiona Elementary, World War II; Brandi Anderson, Roosevelt Middle School, ; Miranda Lindsay, Roosevelt Middle School, Butch Cassidy; Tylene Puro, Roosevelt Middle School, John Wesley Powell; Savana Gines and Tommie Giles, Tabiona High School, Encounters at Topaz; Kemberly Wilkerson, Emily Despain, Erica Lisonbee, Shelby Pratt and Brittany Reinhardt, Duchesne Elementary, Salem Witch Trials; Ashlyn Orme, Sadie Wilson, Cami Hicksen and Megan Harding, Roosevelt Middle School, Sacajawea; Aeryle Hurley, Will Boren and Landon Labium, Roosevelt Middle School, The History of Flight. Historical paper winners were, Adrienne Francisco, Vernal Junior High, The Line of Demarcation; Andrew Tonge, Uintah High School, Early Military Encounters in the Uintah Basin; Isaac Francisco, Uintah High School, Tesla; and Bruce Daniel, Uintah High School, Picasso's Plea: Guernica. Performance winners were: Jennifer Daniel, Uintah High School, American Societies Encounter with Dance; Emily Strong, Uintah High School, An Irish Emmigrant's Encounter with New York; Sarah Richards, Uintah High School, Encounter Exploration: the history of the New York City Ballet; Kristie Frnacisco, Vernal Middle School; Matthew Rowley, Alex Remund, Kori Remund and Xela Rowley, Duchesne Elementary, Space; Kimberly Kyek, Lessa Mortensen, Britney Houston, Amarin Bird and Cheris Priebe, Roosevelt Middle School, The Ditty Thirties; and Julia Potter, Rachel Poneth, Brandi Moon and Becca Peatross, Duchesne Elementary, Going to the Whale Station. I . . A |