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Show Orem-Geneva Times Wednesday, January 16, 1991 Page 10 Obit Oran Beardall Oran Beardall, 75, of Orcm, died Jan. 4, 1991 at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center. Me married Blanche Marie Ras-mussen, Ras-mussen, Nov. 17, 1933. She died Oct. 31, 1959. Her name was inadvertently left out of the original obituary which ran in last week's issue. We regret the error. Lynette Price Lynctto Jackie Price, six-month-old daughter of Lorrin Jay Price and Monica LaRoe Baker Price, died Jan. 7, 1991 at her home in Provo of Sudden Sud-den Infant Death Syndrome. She was born July 11, 1990, in Provo. Survivors include her parents of Provo; grandparents: Laura Jane Golding, Provo; Michael Douglas Baker, Spanish Fork; James and Norma Price, Castledale; great-grandparents: great-grandparents: Arnold Jack and Norma Fausett, Orem; Martha Schrietcr, Lovelock, Nov.; Thomas Stein and Verona Baker, Spanish Fork. Funeral services were held last Thursday in the Walker Mortuary Chnpc, Provo. Burial was in the Provo City Cemetery. l -; - 1 ,,gij Parlell Peterson, coach Parlell Peterson... he Continued from Front Page COMMUNITY SERVICE Parlell Peterson's 47 years of community service are well typified, I believe, by the name of that motion picture, "The Shepherd of the Hills." Parlell has truly been a "shepherd" to thousands of people in this community, as he invested his energies and his life in nearly every aspect of their lives. In the history of this area there have been few people who have had as much impact on the lives of their fellow citizens as Parlell. Born in Hinckley, Utah, in 191 1, Parlell Peterson was the eldest eld-est of eight children. Reared on a farm, he learned to work early on, helpi ng to raise alfalfa, sngar beets, dairy cattle and sheep. HEART MURMUR As a child, he suffered an attack of rheumatic fever, creating a heart murmur that would prevent him from ever being active or living as especially long life. He desperately wanted to participate in sports, but doctors advised against it. It was then that an even occurred oc-curred that would have a profound effect on the rest of his life. "One day, while taking a long walk home from school," he recalled, "I stopped by the way, and walked into a greasewood patch. There, I knelt and prayed to the Lord. I expressed to Him my desire to play basketball the upcoming season , and I beli eve He gave me an answer. It was as if someone was right beside me, telling me that if I would take care of myself, everything every-thing would be all right for me." 21 VICTORIES The year of 1930 was an exciting excit-ing year for Hinckley's high school basketball team. Not only did Parlell Par-lell play on the team, but during that season they had 21 victories without suffering a single defeat. The Hinckley basketball team in their extravagant maroon-and-white checkered suits, won the 1930 Utah State Basketball Championship Cham-pionship after a final devastating victory over American Fork High School. Les Goates, a contemporary state sports writer, wrote at the time that "American Fork never got near the basket with the Giant Peterson. ..knocking down passes and smothering the shooters at every attempt." At the start of the basketball season, Parlell was six feet three inches in-ches tall and weighed only 120 pounds. By the time Hinckley had won the state basketball championship, champion-ship, Parlell had not only gained 20 pounds and proved the doctors wrong who said he couldn't play, but he had made a new life's resolution. HE HELPED OTHERS "It was at this time," Parlell recalled, "that I made a vow to help uanes Wilbur Harding Wilbur R. Harding, 74, of American F"k, died Jan. 12, 1991, at the rican Fork Hospital of a lingering 8S. He was born Sept. 5, 1916 in Vineyard, a son of Raymond and Frcdrikka Andrcason Harding. He married Elizabeth Blackhurst in 1938 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He graduated from Lincoln High School and attended BYU and Stanford Stan-ford University. He worked i n the real estate industry for 42 years, serving on both state and national levels. He was active in civic and community affairs. He was an active member of the LDS Church, a high priest in the American Fork 6th Ward. Survivors include his wife of American Fork; four children: Mrs. Brcnt(Irene)Stolworthy, Idaho Falls, Idaho; Ray Lynn Harding, Lehi; Mrs. Brent (Judy) Parduhn and Mark Harding, both of Highland; 16 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs. Shelby (Cloo) Berry, Vineyard. Funeral was Tuesday in the American Fork 6th Ward Chapel. Burial was in American Fork City Cemetery. Parlell was there "The Shepherd of the Hills" others however I could, and to participate par-ticipate and play in sports." Graduating from high school with academic honors, Parlell attended at-tended BYU on scholarship during years of the Depression, finally graduating in 1937. On June 4, 1937, he married Ruth Lewis in the Salt Lake LDS Temple and signed a contract to coach and teach at Lincoln High School in Orem. Parlsll played a vital role throughout the years in the growth of Orem. In his church he worked with the M Men of the Stake for 16 years and was a member of the LDS Church Athletic Committee. Parlell's most prized possession was the Honorary Master M Man pin presented to him for his service to the young men of the Church and in the community. It was one of the early awards given and the first in Utah Valley. OUTSTANDING PROGRAMS At Lincoln High School Parlell developed a curriculum for physical education that received honors for being the outstanding program in the State of Utah. He supervised the Community School program and acted on various committees. He coached winning teams, officiated of-ficiated for high school games and was a popular high school public address announcer. In the community Parlell acted in many capacities. He served as President of the Orem Chamber of Commerce and for 12 years as a member. He was elected to the Orem City Council and became a charter member of the Orem Boosters Club. He was Secretary-Treasurer Secretary-Treasurer of the Timpanogos Wildlife Association and was active in the Orem Lions Club. He served on the Orem Planning Plan-ning Commission for 12 years. One of his greatest contributions contribu-tions to Orem has been the development develop-ment of community activities under SCERA, which for many years as the agent for recreation. He developed the recreation programs and acted as Activities Director for 38 years. SCERA RECREATION The SCERA Recreation Program Pro-gram became known throughoutV the nation as one of the most suc-ri cessful community recreation programs in the world. For over 47 years he donated his time one night a week as a doorman at the SCERA Theatre. Parlell's help and inspiration inspira-tion came with his close association with that great humanitarian, planner, director, teacher, Victor C. Andersen, who had the vision of a SCERA and made it possible for the program to be made successful. Parlell Peterson received a Masters Degree in Recreation from BYU in 1964. As an authority in the field, he represented Utah and Orem at conventions, meetings and Heber Rasband Hcbcr M. Rasband, 91, of Heber City, died Jan. 7, 1991 in a Heber City hospital. He was born July 15, 1899 i n Heber City.toJoseph A. and Eliza Jeffs Rasband. Ras-band. Ho married Birdie Jane Bate, Jan. 27, 1926 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She died in 1977. He is survived by one son and two daughters including Heber Garth Rasband of Orem; 21 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters. Funeral was Friday, Jan. 11, in the Heber City 6th Ward LDS Chapel. Burial in Heber City Cemetery with military honors accorded by Lockhart Post of the American Legion. Eunice Britt Eunice Ruth Starke Britt, 71, died Jan. 10, 1991inProvofollowingalong illness. She was born March 21, 1919 in Kaukauna, Wis., a daughter of Bernard Ber-nard and Mollie Kromer Starke. She married ArthurTillmanBritt, Nov.3, 1945 in Fond du Lac, Wis. He died March 24, 1962. She received her education in Wisconsin Wis-consin schools. She studied nursingin Milwaukee, Wis. She was a nurso at Children's Hospital and Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, D.C. for many years and also worked for one doctor in private practice. She came to Orem ten years ago, to be with her daughter. She is survived by one daughter. Mrs. Larry (Barbara A.) Driskill, Orcm; one sister, Helen Isaacson, Phoenix, Ariz. Funeral services were Monday in the Orcm Suncrcst 6th Ward LDS Chapel Burial was in the Orem City Cemetery. l" " ' ' ' ' win mniMii i mi , - ' ' f ',,-, Peterson, volunteer clubs where he was invited to explain ex-plain the programs in which he was involved. Combining church, school and community helped him serve this area well. PLANNING COMMISSION Open heart surgery in 1973 slowed down Parlell's activities, but did not stop them. He served another term on the Orem Planning Plan-ning Commission and continued to assist with the programs at SCERA. As always, his garden has been one of the most beautiful and productive produc-tive in the neighborhood. Always a sports enthusiast, his five children, Dorothy, Gary, Joyce, Brenda and Tom, shared that interest. Hunting and fishing have always al-ways been enjoyable hobbies for parlell. He loved to tie beautiful fishing flies which were sold at local sporting goods stores. Parlell Peterson truly has been a "Shepherd of the Hills" to thousands of people whose lives he has touched. Many civic, religious, sporting, recreational and cultural endeavors have been constructively influencedby this remarkable man. He has participated on many levels of community service and has left an indelible mark on the hearts of those whom he has served. WATKLNS AWARD In 1985, the Orem Chamber of Commerce awarded Parlell Peterson Peter-son the Arthur V. Watkins Outstanding Out-standing Citizen award. It was presented by Governor Norman Bangerter. In the early days of SCERA Parlell counted it an honor to work with Victor C. Andersen, and the then LDS Stake President Arthur V. Watkins in promoting and developing the aims and ideals of SCERA, the agent for wholesome recreation in this depression-riddled community. Shortly before President Watkin's death, he and Parlell were standing on the steps of the SCERA Theatre, admiring the SCERA park with the beautiful Mount Timpanogos Tim-panogos in the background. They were talking about times past: their promise and their fulfillment. fulfill-ment. Both men shared the satisfaction satis-faction of having been a part of the istruccle to out urem on trie map and to help its people learn to work, live and play together. SUPPORTING WIFE Ruth Peterson has been an intrinsic in-trinsic part of the life of Parlell Peterson and all that he has done. Her constant support and loving assistance as-sistance in carrying out many of her husband's activities have been an indispensable strength. A tall man, Parlell Peterson has cast a long shadow over the City of Orem that will be long remembered. remem-bered. He saw the needs and he was always there to help with them...the "Shepherd of the Hills." Parlell Peterson Parlell G. Peterson, 79, of Orem, died Jan. 10, 1991 at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center in Provo. "" fie was born Oct. 4, 1911 in Hinckley, a son of Peter G. and Louise Leolette Larsen Peterson. He m arried Ruth Lewis June 4, 1937 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He grew up in Hinckley and was named All-State guard on the Hinckley basketball team that won the 1930 Utah State Championship. He received a master's degree in recreational education from BYU and taught at Lincoln and Orem High Schools for 38 years. He coached football, foot-ball, basketball, tennis, baseball and track and field. He also refcreed high school and church sponsored games. Hedeveloped a model intramural program pro-gram which was cited nationally for its merit. He was a member of the AEA, UEA, and NEA, and served as president of the Utah Chapter of UAHPER. He also helped organize and managed the Community Education Educa-tion Program. He was a member of the Lions Club, Orem Boosters' Club, and Kiwanis Club. He was member of the Orem City Council and president of the Orcm Chamber of Commerce. He organized or-ganized the Orem City Youth Basketball Basket-ball team and was active in Scouting. He was a member of the Orem City PlanningCommission for 12 years. As director of the SCERA Recreation program for 35 years, he planned and developed park and athletic facilities, and gave volunteer service to the Sccra Theater staff weekly for 45 Ho served on the All Church Athletic Ath-letic Committee, and game 16 years of service in Sharon and Orem stakes at athletic director. He received The Honorary M-Man Award for service to youth in Orem. He served as Elders Quorum president, Senior Aaronic teacher, Sunday School superintendent, superinten-dent, high priest group instructor, leader and clerk, extraction committee commit-tee member and home teacher during all his years in Orem. He is survived by his wife of Orcm; three daughters and two sons: Brenda Bren-da Peterson, Redondo Beach, Calif.; Mrs. Weston (Dorothy) Kitchen, Mrs. Lloyd (Joyce) Larsen, Gary Peterson, all of Orem; Tom Peterson, State College, Col-lege, Pa.; 20 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; five brothers and one sister: Reid Peterson of St. George; Farrell Peterson, Howard Peterson, both of Cedar City; John Peterson, Shafter, Calif.; Mrs. Paul W. Bus (Louise) Carroll, Richard Peterson, both of Orem. He was preceded in death by a brother. Funeral services were held Monday in the Orem Sunset Heights 7th Ward LDS Chapel. Burial was in Orem City Cemetery. Alvin Ingram, Jr. Alvin James Ingram, Jr., 72, died Monday, Jan. 7, 1991, in Orem, after a short illness. He was born Aug. 4, 1918 in Orem, to Alvin James and Martha E. Schofield Ingram, Sr. He was married and divorced. .. ., s He worked as an electrician for 25 years in Denver, LasVegas, and Springville. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is survived by three sons and one daughter: Alvin J. Ingram, III, Denver, Colo.; Wayne Ingram, Phoenix, Ariz.; Michael Ingram, San Diego, Calif.; Pamela Jackson, Miss.; several grandchildren and one greatgrandchild. great-grandchild. Graveside services were held Monday Mon-day at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Camp Williams, Utah. m SHARON'S CULTURAL EDUCATIONAL RECREATIONAL ASSOCIATION Since 1933 Graham C. Shaw Graham Campbell Shaw II, 88, of Orem, died Jan. 13, 199 1 at home. He was born on Feb. 5, 1902 in Shepherd's, Ohio, a son of Graham C. and Charlotte Meyers Shaw. He married mar-ried Sarah Irene Fitt on Jan. 2, 1927 in Green River, Utah. Their marriage was solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple on June 11, 1947. She preceded him in death on Sept. 5, 1989. His childhood was spent in Denver, Colo. He then traveled around the country working. He settled with the Western Union as a lineman. He was active in the LDS church and was a High Priest at the time of hia death. He had also served as High Priest Group Leader and Secretary. He was president of the Lion's Club in Green River and a member of the city council. coun-cil. He worked for Utah Power and Light as a lineman and general electrician while in Green River. He left school in the middle of high school, but never ceased to learn. He became an electrician through ahome study course and it was his life's work. Hejoined the Boy Scouts as a boy, and was a Scoutmaster for several years. He also was a Merit Badge Counselor and a member of the Scouts for over 50 years. He was a Silver Beaver in that organization. He enjoyed nature and astronomy. He is survived by his one daughter and one son: Mrs. Jack (Hazel S.) Lewis, of Orcm, Utah; Graham C. Shaw, of Garland, Utah; 12 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Charlotte Ann. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 1991 at 11 a.m. at the Orem Timpanogos Park 6th Ward, 935 N. 300 E., Orcm. Friends may call at the ward chapel on Wednesday Wed-nesday one hour prior to services. Interment In-terment Eastlawn Memorial Hills. Tyler Evans Tyler Woodrow Evans, 16, Provo, was born January 2, 1972. He died January 11, 1991 in Provo. Tyler was born in Provo to Viki Vernon Evans Schaerrer. Tyler is survived by an unborn child; his mother, step-father, Viki and Alan Schaerrer; a sister, two nieces, his father, Jeffery Wayne Post, Salt Lake City; previous stepfather step-father Dwight Evans, Orem; grandparents, aunts and uncles. Services were held Tuesday, Jan. 8, at Provo. Buri al Provo City Cemetery. Clinten Taylor Clinton Paul Taylor, 14, Provo, died Jan. 11, 1991. He was born Aug. 4, 1976 in Provo, the son of Tim J. and Tonya Spencer Taylor. He is survived by his father, stepmother, step-mother, Sherry Taylor, Provo; his mother of Spanish Fork, grandparents, grand-parents, including Elmo and Mildred Taylor of Orem, three brothers and one sister. Funeral will be Wednesday, Jan. 9, at the Provo 6th Ward LDS Chapel, 610 W. 300 S. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to service. Burial in Salem City Cemetery. Cynthia L. Olsen Cynthia La Vetta Olsen, 69, died Jan. 13, 1991 in Salt Lake City. She was born March 24, 1921 in Alpine, the daughter of Willard Richard and Thurza Brown Olsen. She is survived by three sisters including in-cluding Mrs. Bartlcy (Irene) Day of Orem. Graveside services were held Tuesday, Tues-day, Jan. 8, at the Alpine City Cemetery. In!Memorium... PARLELL G. PETERSON 1911-1991 A Scera pioneer who has given a life of service to this community. In Grateful recognition for his dedicated contributions contribu-tions to Scera programs for over 50 years. - All of His Friends at Scera - Gender equity topic of Women's Democratic Club The Women's Democratic Club of Utah County will meet on Wednesday, January 16, at noon in the multipurpose room of the Orem City Center, 56 N. State, according to Vera Nielsen, publicity. The public is invited Karen Pool, Gender Equity Coordinator for the school districts dis-tricts of Southeast Region of Utah State, will be the speaker. Her subject will be "Turning Point, Transitions and Making Plans." Ms. Pool has wide experience in helping direct women with transitions transi-tions from home to the work place or from one position to another. She provides inservice training for administrators, teachers and counselors in the school districts. She also does career counseling, publishes details of services available to women, and speaks throughout the community about transitions for women. Berg Mortuary Services 373-1841 Leah Strate Graveside services were held Saturday in the Spring City Cemetery. Leona Larson Funerals services were held last Thursday in the Berg Mortuary of Provo. Interment Springville Evergreen Cemetery. Eunice Britt Funeral services were held Monday Mon-day in the Orem Suncrest 6th Ward LDS Chapel. Interment Orem City Cemetery. Florence S. Kay Funeral services were held Tuesday Tues-day in the Berg Mortuary of Provo. Interment Provo City Cemetery. Tyler W.Evans Funeral services were held Tuesday Tues-day in the Berg Mortuary of Provo. Interment Provo City Cemetery. Clinton P. Taylor Funeral services will be held Wednesday 11 a.m. in the Provo 6th Ward LDS Chapel, 610 W. 300 S., Provo. Friends may call at the ward chapel Wednesday. Interment In-terment Salem City Cemetery. w |