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Show Page Al0 — THE DAILY HERALD,Provo, Utah, Thursday, May 9, 1996 Man arrested following chase chase from Highland to Provo log jam about a mile downstream from where the crash occurred. Frkovich and a friend, 29-year- Wednesday by a man who had old Paul Snyder, also of Sandy, were joy riding along State Road allegedly raped his wife. ‘In cooperation with the Utah ‘County Sheriff's Department and ‘local law enforcement agencies, The Daily Herald publishes each tweek lists of some ofthe county ‘most wanted felons. + Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of those featured there should contact Utah County's {Most Wanted at 370-8843 during ‘business hours, or 370-8900 after (5 p.m. and on weekends, ‘Description: 5 feet 9 inches, ‘140 lary and theft On April 2: 1996, Court of three felony counts of burglary, shoplifting and theft. He subsequently fled and a felony svarrant wasissued forhis arrest Begay was last known to be unemployed and living in Utah County. Steven Bradley 5 The chase began when neighbors ata Highland residence called Alpine-Highland police regarding a domestic dispute in the area of 4665 W. Country Club Drive, said Lt. Dave McManus, spokesperson for the police department Whenpolice went to intestigne the incident at about | p.m. year-old Virsei J. Daley barri a himself in the house for several minutes before bolting for his car. Daley then drove around a police roadblock and the chase — which involved the Utah Highway Patrol, Utah County Sheriff's office and the American Fork and Provopolice departments — con- tinued at speeds of up to 100 mph until Daley crashed his car into another vehicle near 1100 West and 100 North in Provo, McManus said. Police arrested Daley and booked him into Utah County Jail on suspicion of rape, aggravated assault, felony evading, driving under the influence and violation ofparole. BODY FOUND — Search and rescue officials from the Utah County Sheriff's office found the body of a man whohad crashed his motorcycleinto the American Fork Riverearly Wednesday. Officers found the ‘body of 29year-old Mark Frkovich of Sandy at about I] a.m., said Utah High- way Patrol trooper Steve Helm, whohelped with the search. The body was caught among a reapon, possession of a weapon Dya felon, drug ‘paraphernalia % On March 7, 1996, Bradley ‘Hiled to report for arraignment in Ath District Court on felony Steapon and drug charges. A lony warrant for his arrest has Been issued. ‘Arrested in Lehi, Bradley was Tast known tobe living in Provo. has several tattoos on both s round Leaking dvent scheduled ag Ground breaking ceremonies ill be conducted Friday at 11 a.m. for a new youth correctional aciey to be constructed at IronMany dignitaries will be on Hand tobreak ground for the new Structure to be built at 1991 S. Yate Streetin Provo. * Gary Dalton, director of the Gtah Division of Youth Corrections will conduct the ceremony, ahd speakers will include Provo Mayor George Stewart, Goy Michael O. Leavitt, Utah County Gommissioner David J. Gardner, and Presiding Court Judge Leslie Brown. = Also digging with shovels will be Ameli-West, Inc. officials, general contractors from Salt Lake Gi whowill be constructing the new facility + Completionis expectedin April 197 Letter carriers across the state will be collecting food donations while making their appointed rounds on Saturday. Utah letter carriers are hoping to fill local food bank shelves which are traditionally bare this timeofyear. They are dedicating the drive to the 100,000 children in the state exposed to hunger each day Residents throughout Utah are being asked toparticipate by placing nonperishable food in a bag near their mailbox prior to mail delivery Saturday All food will be distributed to The conference. “Family Litery: A Learning Legacy,”is spon- séred by the Central Utah Council df the International Reading Asso- Ration. The conferenceis free, and the public is welcome: t The purpose ofthe conference help Utah families encourage ‘iuine and writing in the home. 8 “We're trying to target parents children with this conference.” fd Tim Morrison, an associate fessor of elementary education BYU and vice president of the Géntral Utah Council. “We have affivities and information for par- effts, children and adslescents, so =ecan participate and learn awestogether.” «The conference will give paring and children practical, inexive ideas that encourage read in the home and increase the wilifefihood children will be sucSpein their reading habits later. By The Associated Press AMERICAN FORK CANYON — Returning the American Fork Rivertoits original bed might help reduceinjuries at the former Hanging Rock campground, says Pleasant Grove District Ranger Dave Hohl The Forest Service has proposed converting the areato a wetlands environment in a continued effort to discourage the public from using the site. where two people died in the past two years. Both were struck with falling stream. Hohl said moving the river also would be an acceptuble option. Several people who responded ing pictures and how children can learn writing along with reading. The evening will be divided into three portions. The first session, beginning at 6:30 p.m., will be in the Regan Theater ofthe UVSC student center. Ray Reutzel, associate dean of the BYU Department of Education and a literacy consultant for Scholastic Book Company. will talk about literacy developments in the homeand how parents can help their children develop reading and writing capabilities. Afterthe first session, the next 30 minutes will be broken into small group sessions where partic- ipants can attend the session of their choice, The small group sessions will focus on a_ specific aspect of literacy develop with topics including computer software and hardware available for literacy development, adolescent literature, ways to stimulate the influence of writing in the home and performances by a professional storyteller and a pupter. The third session will have moreinformation for parents about how tohelp their children develop ted that evening include ideas readingliteracy Children’s books are among the prizes to be given away in a drawing. Throughout the evening, the ictions about what will happen BYU Bookstore will sponsor a story. Other suggestionswill book fair featuring adolescent and jude how they can help children children’s books from the ScholasII stories verbally and by draw- ne tic Book Company. Thelma hia Andersen Harris Thelma Sophia Andersen Harris, 83, 1996, at her home in Lehi, She was born August 2, 1912, in er. But Carter got into the car and Brinty old Orem man was arrested after he reportedly lit his girlfriend’s haironfire, tried to run his brother down with a car and fought with police Wednesday night. The incidents occurred after the suspect’s 22-year-old girlfriend schools in Tooele and graduated from told him she was breaking up with him, said Lt. Mike Larsen, Orem police spokesman. Police were called to the scene of the dispute at about 7:45 p.m. at a residence near 300 East and 400 North when neighbors reported seeing 19-year-old Paul Carter attempting to chase his brother downwith a car. Whenpolice arrived, Carter got out of his car and ran into the house. After the officers gained entry into the house, Carter fought with them while they attempted to apprehend him, Larsen said. When Carter was subdued, police discovered in their investigation that he had ignited the 22year-old woman's hair onfire with a lighter after she told him their relationship was over. Carter's sister, who had attempted to intervene, quickly patted thefire out, Larsen said Whenthe woman attempted to drive away, Cartejumped ontothe JAIL ESCAPE — A prisoner who escaped from the old Juab County Jail in Nephi April 28 remainsatlarge. The Salt Lake City man’s identity or a description has been withheld because officials think they have a better chance of catching himif he remains anonymous,said Juab County Sheriff David Carter. Theescapeeis not thought to be dangerous, according to Carter. “He never has been violent,” he said. The fugitive was arrested by a Utah Highway Patrol trooper on Interstate 15 on suspicion of possessing about 100 pounds of marijuana. Progress has been made in the search and the man could be caught “any time now,” Carter said. He was last seen in the Mona area just a few hours after his escape The ‘man was able to cut his way through the soft steel bars of the old jail three days before lie was scheduled to be transferred to a : facility south of Nephi local food banks. Last year, Utah letter carriers collectednearly 500,000pounds of food, enough to provide approximately 170,000 meals for hungry Utah children and adults. The Letter Carriers Food Drive is the largest single-dayfood drive in the nation “Pm confident that our customers’ generositywill parallel the enthusiasm that’s been exhibited by all our letter carriers for this very worthwhile project.” said Ed McGrath, Oremletter carrier and Utah state president of the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC). “It may mean\a heavier mail satchel and maybe a few sore muscles, but the burden will be eased knowing that our efforts will help families in need.” She Tooele drafting abilities, 1932. Iva's job with the Utah County Planning Office tumed into a career, in which she Haris on June 17, tag) BeeaA Their mar- riage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. She was a caring mother whoalways took anactive part with her children and known for her willingness to sacrifice on their behalf. She was dedicatedto the truthfulness and righteous- ness in all walks oflife. These characteristics became a burning example to all who knew her. She held numerous church positions during her life which includedRelief Society President. Most recently she wascalledto serve a work mission in the member locater department of the church with her daughter Nola. Sheis survived by three sons and two daughters: Ronald (Gracia) Harris, Ver non: Gayle (Billy) Bishop, Hurncane: Nola Riddell, Lehi, Neigh J. (Pamela) Harris, Nephi; Ardell Harris, Orem; 2! grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren Additional survivors include two broth: ers and two sisters: Carl Andersen, Bountiful; Aaron Andersen, American Fork; Eila E commissioned amid concerns that the city manager wielded too much power in the city, showed public satisfaction with the system The current system, Palfreyman said, provides a system of checks. andbalances betweenthe council. with the mayor as its presiding member, and the city manager, whooversees the daily operations ofthecity “The present form of government runsefficiently,” Palfreyman said Hesaid Welsh devotes as much UTILITY: (Continued from Page A9) “Without that, we would have to raise property tax by 100 percent to get an equal amount.” warned Stewart Councilwoman Shari Holweg questioned if a 2 percent increase vas enough,sayingit wasbetter to t for a study to be completed on possible revenues that could be generated from raising impactfees and rate restructuring before considering a utility tax hike, “I would rather look at the entire project, not only the 2 per cent that you think is politically time to her position as she does se she loves thecity, and not because she is getting paid to occupy the mayor’s position Butif the city increases its size, city officials could reassess the government's ability to function and changeit accordingly, Palfreymain said The mayor receives a $1,100 monthly salary Sandstromsaid a full-time mayor’s position would preclude some J people who did not want to setisise their professional careers to be mayorfor four or moreyears. palatable,” she said Councilman Greg Hudnall sided with the mayorand Schinae- hette. “I think we need to doit,” he said, “We have overwhelming needs. This will help us get back on track.” The increase was passedb 2 vote. Holweg and Councilman Dennis Poulsen opposedthe raise Tr Prert ae BMC igg eB iilis] happens Nothing. Erma She was prece death by two ndchildren and one sis- ter. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 11, 1996, at the Lehi Dry Creek ‘ hape!, 120 W 200 South. Lehi Friends iday evening from 6 to 7:30 1 Olpin Family Mortuary, 500 $ 300 East, Pleasant Grove and at the church yn Saturday from 9:45 to 10:45, Burial will be in the Pleasant Grove City Comey Robert A. Forcier husband, father and id friend was called home s %. He will be missed by all sho knew him loved (© visit and make new 18, MAYOR: “People may say if you have a full-time mayor, why have acity manager?” Sandstromsaid. Councilman David K. Palfreyman said changing the form of government would take a vote of the people. and a 1992 Blue Ribbon report recommended against that course ofaction. The report, . Salt Lake; Smith, St. G representing more than 300,000 members whohave along history of service to their communities. Last year 45 million pounds of food was collected nationwide Letter carriers around the country hope to collect more than 50 mildion pounds of foodthis year put off any-action until at least next year, Hohl said “Historically, it used to run through the center of the area,” said Hobl. Putting the river back would basically involve digging a new channel alongthe old perime ters and“lettingthe water But there are concerns about potential effects up- and downstream andpossible erosion “We haveall the questions. We just don’t have the answers. That's what weneed to get.” Hohl said paid more than $8,000. High School. * war xa ried Joseph Ode! pee is | held every position from Secretary to Planning Director. She retired after 43 years of service. She belonged to sever al business and. professional clubs, including, B.P.W., L.T.C., DUP. and Utah Historical Society. Iva was an active member of the LDS Church. She was Utah Stake Sunday School Secre tary for many years. She enjoyed travel- ing to many different countries, as well asthroughoutthe United States Iva is survived by threesisters: Maude S, Fullmer of Monroe, Utah; Mary §. (Curzon) Hailes of Salt Lake City: and Gloria S. (Wayne J.) Lunceford, Orem, Utah; 28 nieces and nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Della S. Miller, and three brothers: William. Gene, Morris. The family would like to thank the neighbors and friends for their many kindnesses that were extendedto Iva overthe past several years. Funeral services will be held Saturday May 11, 1996. at 1] a.m., in the Uni verssty Fourth Ward LDS Chapel, 10) W800 North, Provo. Friends may call at the Berg Mortuary of Provo, 185 Eas Center Street, Friday evening, from 6 to 8 p.m., or Saturday morning,at the Ward Chapel, one hour prior to services. Inter ment, Provo City Cemetery Lillian Rich Bunderson Crossley Lillian Rich Bunderson Crossley, 80, Provo, Utah, died May 7, 1996. She was the third of James and Verba Bunderson, bom July 19, 1915. in St. Charles, Idaho. She mamied Riley Young Crossley in the Logan Temple September 9, 1936. She was a home- Robert A. Forcier was born on May makerandloved to Bocayenins Que do handwork, Fi Many people were Ovila ‘and Bertha of her crocheting, moved to Vermont at age 15, He hadfour brothers andfour sisters. He married Mildred Rita Major andhad three sons. She died in 1959. He married le. Gardner in November 1960, Hehas antion of his loved writing poetry and her poemy 1908, in St blessed with gifts embroidery, and pieced quilt tops. She Crevier Forcier. He § presentedto her children and grandehil dren as a Christmas gift Lillian was active in the LDS Church: serving asRelief Society teacher, Primas He loved to wanting 10 move to new and see new surroundings. He many hours fixing and repairi Verna C. Marlowe, Logan; and Merlin R Spanish Fork: 17 grandchil, But his greatest joy was worki in his shop with wood, creating things which wouldbring happiness to others We will remember you for all your woodcreations, Nothing was impossible for you fry and accomplish.” He is survived by his wif Springville: three sons: Rol Jersey: were collected andput into a book to be ry teacher, Visiting Teacher mple worker She is survived by two sons and two sandtravel. He to the Uinta National Forest's environmental assessment and to (Continued from Page A9) She acknowledged that the demandsof the office may be taxing for someone with a full-time job in the community, but Welsh said that could be worked around by designating the mayor pro tem or another city official to attend some functions in the mayor's place The move to a full-time mayor would also be more expensive to taxpayers, Councilman StephenE. Sandstromsaid. Ifthe council voted to make the mayor full-time, that would meana salary around $65,000 annually, while at the same time a city manageris being Gerber frends. He will be remembered request for ideas about manage mentofthe campground, sug ed relocating the river, he said. By taking theriver farther away from the cliff. people would be less likely to gather at the site, a public recreation area for more than SOyears. Forest Service officials closed the area following the deaths, and have pulled out the public restroomand parking lot Moving the river would require the Forest Service to conduct an gestive heart failure. She was bom attended Letter carriers from hundreds of cities in all 50 states will take part The NALC is a postal labor union Iva Snell, age 71, of Provo, passed away Sunday, May 5, 1996, at the Utah ValieyRegi Comter, of coft- William Henry and Annie M. Andersen. Carter was arrested and booked into the Utah CountyJail on suspicion of aggravated assault, interfering with an arresting officer and disorderly conduct. iva Snell of Lehi passed away Tuesday, May 7, instead tried to run the brother into the river. FIRE ASSAULT — 19-year- down, Larsensaid. rocks as they relaxedin or nearthe ~+Morrison said some ideas pre- ropriate questions and how can help their children make Carter's brother, who had also intervened and was in the car with the formergirlfriend, got out of the car in an attempt to calm his broth- Respondents suggest diverting river teading, writing at home ig and writing while it was moving. Letter carriers to collect food donations Conference to encourage = Members of Brigham Young iversity’s Elementary Educan Department will participate in one-day literacy conference jonday at 6:30 p.m. at Utah VaiState College to promote read- 92 at about 3 a.m. when Frkovich lost control of his bike while driving around a curve,flipped over a 6-inch embankment and skidded hood of the car, stood up and began banging on the vehicle ~5 Police fromfive Utah County agencies wereled on a high-speed Bernard, Red Bluff. ‘alifornia: Jerry. Loomis, California: five step-chil dren: Richard Brereton, Chula Vista, Califorma; Lois Graves, Springville: Stanley Brereton, Katy. Texas: Robert Brereton. Orem; Melvin Gardner, Snel Iville, Georgia: nine grandchildren: ten ndchildren and many stepgrandand g at-grandchildren: two sis ters: Mary Hoef r. LaMesa, California and Judy Hoefler. Covina, California. He was precededin deathby his parents. four brothers and two sisters Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 11, 1996, at 2 p.m. in the Wheeler Mortuary chapel. 211 E 200. South, Springville. Utah. Friends may call Fri Jay from 6 to 8 p.m. or Saturday anhour prior te the services at the mortuary Burial will be in the Springville Ever: green Cemetery Death Notice Dr. Stanley Newell Clark, 77. of Pro: vo, died May 9, 1996. Funeral services will be announced by Berg Mortuary P Provo. United Way Volunteer Center 374-8108 daughters: Dennis J. Crossley, Pocatel: lo, Idaho, Norene C. Petersen, Provo: grandchildren, and one brother, Ben R. Bunderson, Bennington. Idaho, Funeral services will be held on Satur day, May TH, 1996, at 10 am. at the Slate Canyon First Ward LDS Chapel, 715 S. Utah Avenue, Provo, OBITUARY FEES ‘3 department, a Utah County Mortuary. DEADLINES 'y before Friends may call Friday evening from 6 to 8 at Berg Mortuary, 185 Center, Provo. and Saturday morning at the church one hour prior to services. Graveside ser vices will be held Saturday at 4 p.m. at the St. Charles Cemetery, St. Charles, Idaho. National Obituary Totch Brown FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) < Totcht Brown, who sought to save the Tens Thousand Islands in. the Everglades. died Wednesday of a heart attack while? building a hut on his smalb island im Chokoloskee Bay. He was believed 6 be 76. ‘ Alocal legend, Brown oncgtived ther life of a rum and marijuana smug; when Southwest Florida was mostly a swamp. He was sentenced to sevens monthsin prisonfor income Utx evasion; for the money he eamed as a pot smug gler He chronicled his life in “Totch, Life inthe Everglades.” Orem Floral 375. Stat Street Orem ues S058 é Utah, Count 's : |