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Show The Payson Chronicle. May 12, 1993. Page 13 Marilyn H. Cowan Selected As Mother Of The Year DUP NOTES by Norene Jensen DUP County Meeting was held at Peteetneet Academy rnmmmmrnm Tanner Room on May 3, 1993. Verlene Smith shared an informative lesson about locality histories in Utah and Idaho: In Utah: Oakley is the only town recorded as having a taxidermied American bald eagle on display at the I Left to right: Willjs Pulver, 1 Marilyn H. John Cowan, Mother of the Year Virginia Gay (photo behind is of Cowan, Randy Cowan, and RaNel Webster. Butch Cassidy). Mrs. Marilyn H. Cowan was selected as Mother of the Year in an essay contest sponsored by the Payson Chamber of Commerce. Marilyns daughter, Lindy, wrote and submitted the following essay: There are a lot of reasons that Marilyn H. Cowan should be Payson Citys Mother of the Year. Marilyn is the mother of twelve children, eight girls and four boys. She is married to John L. Cowan. Marilyn is also a proud Grandma to two grandchildren, Mc-Kens- ie Brown and Spencer Smith. to everyone she meets. She will help you in any way that she possibly can. As her children, we can talk to her about anything, and she will help us find a solution. Marilyn is a member of the L.D.S. Church where she is the nursery leader, and has been for the past three years. She loves to be around children and teenagers. In April, she went with the Payson High Schools "Concert Choir" on their tour to San Diego, California, and loved every minute of it The child in her came out and she got to know the teenagers really well. As a mother or a friend she can find the time for anything. Even when she has her whole day planned she can always make room for all the little things that come up. Marilyn has a great talent She is a fantastic seamstress. In her spare time she sews baby clothes and has them in different craft stores. Her average day begins at 6:45 a.m. when her two grandkids are dropped off for the day to be tended. In the meanwhile, she is working on getting breakfast taken care of, making sure the three elementary kids are ready for school, and making sure that the Middle School, Jr. High and High School kids have everything that they need for the day. Throughout the day she makes sure that everyone, including grandchildren, are to their doctor appointments, school appointments, church activities, work, and anywhere else they may need to go. Somehow for her the day just seems to fall into place. During this already busy day she still finds time to do the laundry, dishes, cleaning and the cooking for the ten still at home. These are just a few of the many reasons we think our mom should be Payson Citys Mother of the Year. In our eyes, she is the best at everything she does, and we really want her to know that we love and appreciate her every day of the year, not just on Mothers Day. Thank You!!! She is a great friend I Mrs. Cowan was bom and raised in Spanish Fork, a daughter of the late Vernon and Theda Hurst. She met her husband, John Cowan, at his going away party prior to departing to Vietnam with the United States Air Force. AFter serving one year in Vietnam, John and Marilyn married and then spent their first year of marriage in Witchita Falls, Texas, where he was stationed at Shepperd Air Force Base. They are the parents of twelve children: Marianne (Brown), 24; Janalee (Smith), 23; Melissa, 20; Jared, 19, currently serving an LDS mission in Korea; Melinda (Lindy), 18; Jill, 15; Michelle, 14; Jonathan, 12; Marilee, 1 1; Jennie, 9; Michael, 7; and Joseph, 4. They have one granddaughter, McKensie Brown, 1 year old; and one grandson, Spencer Smith, 5 months old. Cham"I was surprised that (Lindy) even entered me in the contest. It was nice of (the ber of Commerce) to think that I was even deserving of the award," commented Marilyn. I love my job as a mother and I enjoy my kids and family more than anything. elementary school. Bingham Canyon and the copper mine; now Kennecott Eureka, a mining town Woods Cross got its name from a homesteader who would not allow a railroad to come through his property, which was prime farm land. After great fenagling, he agreed to make the deal. Squaw Peak was named after 4 indians were killed on a morning in May 1853. All but 2 squaws left for Rock Canyon. The lesson tells what happened to the squaws. (Many towns and histories are listed.) - Virginia Gay (pictured) is holding artifacts from her ancestors; left - a handmade crochet hook, handpainted; center - a wooden butter paddle; and right - a shoe lath used for making shoes. (Notice the bump is for al- lowing room which must have caused great pain to the wearer, therefore making this allowance necessary.) - Georgia Allen (pictured) is reading excerpts from one of her ancestors diaries. He tells about the weather each day. Writing in blue ink tragically have faded. Black ink seems to have lasted longer. Georgia highly recommends indelible black ink. Write in your journal or diary. It may seem a monotonous life to you. Your ancestors wouldnt think so. They will treasure how you overcame the obstacles in your life. These documentaries will help you to reflect and gain strength to carry on. On June 7th, we will celebrate our June Jubilee at Peteetneet Academy Recreation Hall. All members will be encouraged to dress in their pioneer finery. Patterns for bonnets and dresses are available through members of the DUP. Jubilee is in commemoration of President Brigham Youngs birth on June 1, 1801, in Whittingham, Widdham County, Vermont. MAY EXHIBIT: Utah Outlaws in the PeteetneetT anner Room. Friday, or Jeane p.m. - or tour group reservations: Gloria Barnett, Lundholm, 1- 465-301- 8, -4 465-353- 7. |
