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Show A-8 The Park Record Wed/Thurs/Fri, August 8-10, 2018 Obituaries Hy Saunders 1939 – 2018 Our beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, Hy Saunders, passed away on July 13, 2018 at the age of 79. Hy’s character was defined by his incredible integrity, endless generosity, and courage. Hy took on every challenge with great gusto, and was known in sports and in business for his creativity and competitive spirit. Hy was known as a man who was never afraid to stand up and do the right thing. He approached even the most impossible situations with the unwavering optimism and positivity of a true entrepreneur. His foresight, and fearless nature drove the creation of many major commercial and residential developments that shaped Summit County’s Snyderville Basin. In partnership with his dear friend Larry Knowles, Hy spent 40 years building and investing in the water business, and built a municipal water system that now serves more than 6,000 homes and businesses in the Snyderville Basin. Hy accomplished all of this without using a penny of taxpayer money. Hy worked hard for his water company and his customers to keep and maintain the company he proudly built. As president of Summit Water, Hy delivered the cleanest water at the most affordable price. Hy’s dedication to his water company and his customers took him to the Utah Supreme Court five times where he won five unanimous victories. His contributions in business shaped the landscape of Park City, Summit County, and Utah. Hy was proud to be a lifelong Utah resident, residing in both Salt Lake and Park City. Hy Saunders Hy attended East High School where he excelled athletically, lettering in football, garnering All-State honors in basketball and reaching a top 20 national ranking in tennis. He earned a business degree from the University of Utah, where he developed rich, lifelong friendships as a Beta Theta Pi and a member of the Ute men’s tennis team. As a Ute tennis star, Hy was undefeated in both singles and doubles in conference play. Hy earned an MBA from New York University and subsequently worked at Grey Advertising. When Pyke Manufacturing gave him the opportunity to return to Utah, he jumped at the chance. After returning to Utah, Hy founded Saunders Land investment Corporation and Summit Water Distribution Company, serving as President, leader, and visionary for both compa- nies, for over 40 years. Hy was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2014, and as the disease progressed, even the smallest challenges became overwhelming. Hy had always been a man of resolute strength, one who would boldly stand up for his beliefs, his family, his business and those who were unable to stand up for themselves. This terrible disease began to interfere with his ability to be the man he always was. As the community and friends rallied around us, our home was filled with love and support, which was the greatest testament to Hy’s beautiful legacy. Hy enjoyed the love and support of his treasured sons Mike, Harper, and Brody Saunders, his wife of 40 years Debra Saunders, his daughters in law Hannah and Amanda Saunders, his grandchildren Owen and Stella Saunders, his loyal dogs, along with Cindy Sanders and Stuart Knowles whom Hy loved as family. There will be a private celebration of life for family and close friends. In lieu of flowers please give to one of Hy’s favorite charities, Alzheimer’s research, Special Olympics, because his son Harper was a champion Special Olympic athlete, The Wounded Warrior Project, which greatly impacts the lives of his niece and nephew Amber and Todd and The Buffalo Bill Historical Center, which he enjoyed with friends Naoma and Hal Tate. We sincerely thank the first responders, friends, family and neighbors from the bottom of our hearts for your love and incredible support. Thomas Patrick Phillips November 3, 1936 – August 3, 2018 Bruce Hornsby Quarter With Time.pdf 1 7/27/2018 3:25:02 PM BIG STARS BRIGHT NIGHTS AUGUST 16 at 6:00 pm BRUCE HORNSBY AND THE NOISEMAKERS Tom Phillips, age 81, died peacefully at his home on August 3 in Park City, Utah. He was comforted by his loving wife of 50 years, Kathleen (Schirf), and their children. Tom was born in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. He was the youngest of 6 children – 1 sister and 4 brothers – raised by his widowed mother. He spent 8 years at Scotland School for Veterans Children, and later graduated from West Catholic High School in Philadelphia. He earned both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Hotel and Restaurant Management from Pennsylvania State University, where he met Kathleen. After their marriage in Milwaukee in 1968, they moved to northern Wisconsin where Tom was professor at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, in Menomonie, for 30 years. While Tom’s primary career was in academia, he was also a successful real estate investor. Tom and Kathleen raised five wonderful children. Tom (Alicia), and children Sam, Maggie and Jacob; Dr. Christine Phillips Heskett (John), Thomas Patrick Phillips and children Ben, Matthew and Jane; Matthew and daughter, Ella; Ellen Carse (Sean) and children Greta, Wesley, Lucy and Norah; Stephen (Dr. Carrie), and children Charlie, Violette and Dolly. In addition to his immediate family, Tom had the loving support of Kathleen’s brothers, Skip and Greg Schirf and their families, longtime residents of Park City. Tom and Kathleen traveled the world and spent their re- tirement years between homes in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico and Park City. He enjoyed reading and loved a good political debate, especially if the more progressive side came out the winner. Tom loved to sing and was asked by his family to make a CD of all the songs he sang to his children at bedtime. It was also a family tradition that he made pancakes every Saturday morning. Tom will be remembered and toasted as a loving, devoted husband, and a terrific and dedicated father-even though he never had a father as a role model. Friends of the Phillips, Schirf, Heskett and Carse families are invited to an Irish wake in the honor of Thomas Phillips at the Wasatch Brew Pub, on Thursday August 9, from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Beer, wine and appetizers will be served. In lieu of flowers, donations to your local Hospice are encouraged. A special family thank you to the hospice team at Applegate Home Care & Hospice Park City. Marian (“Billie”) Florence Goeltz (Hale) June 9, 1931 – July 30, 2018 Tickets start at $46 City Park 1354 Park Avenue Park City Tickets available at: parkcityinstitute.org Park City Institute Box Office, 435-6553114 The King's English Bookshop, 801-4849100 Marian (“Billie”) Florence Goeltz (Hale), 87, our dear mother and grandmother, passed away on July 30, 2018, in Cedar City. Marian was born June 9, 1931, in Salt Lake City to Marian Story and Francis Boydell Goeltz. Marian spent many of her early years riding horses and many summers at her family’s cabin on the Snake River. She attended Rowland Hall, from which she graduated in 1949. She attended Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri, and later obtained a B.A. in Music Theater from the University of Utah. She married Clarke B. Lium on Aug. 12, 1956, later divorced. Marian was a successful insurance agent for Travelers Insurance where she received numerous national awards and accolades for her sales and professionalism. She was an accomplished horsewoman who won national jumping competitions as a young woman. Marian (“Billie”) Florence Goeltz (Hale) She was also a very talented lyric soprano who often graced church services with her strong and soaring voice. Marian’s first and great love, however, was being the mother of her three daughters. She devoted her life and energy to raising her daughters and delighted in their accomplishments. She resided in Park City for 22 years. She was a mem- ber of the Creekside Christian Fellowship in Park City prior to moving to southern Utah in 2017. Marian is survived by her daughters Terri Spelman (Ken) of Park City and Kirsten Hofeling (Blaine) of Cedar City as well as 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Eleanor Anderson of Great Falls, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter Cathy Louise Lium and her brother Francis Story Goeltz. A viewing will be held Thursday, Aug. 9, at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 S. Highland Dr., Salt Lake City, 6-8 p.m. with funeral services on Friday, Aug. 10, at 11:00 a.m. at Christ United Methodist Church, 2375 E. 3300 S., Salt Lake City. Interment to follow at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or your favorite pet rescue organization. |