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Show Page 6 The Ogden Valley news Volume XXIV Issue X June 1, 2017 Announcements Our Men & Women in Uniform We salute Captain Aaron Grant Peterson Aaron Grant Peterson was born January 19, 1985 to Lynn G and Maureen Peterson of Eden, where Aaron grew up. He graduated from Weber High School, received a Bachelor degree from Weber State University, and a commission from University of Utah AFROTC in December of 2012. In 2014 he graduated from UPT at Vance AFB, Oklahoma and became a pilot in the United States Air Force. Aaron is currently a Captain in the Air Force and flies the C-17 in operations around the globe. Aaron’s parents recall that he always had a love for machinery and speed. He was good at driving anything that moved. His first solo drive was at the age of five, when he tried to take the family car for a spin, leaving the gas station on Harrison Blvd. His mother was mortified when she saw their car half way down the block resting against a side hill with her two small boys inside. She says it was no surprise that he chose to become a pilot. Aaron has always had a love for his country. Before he had mastered the English language, only being about Shown above is U.S. Air Force Captain two years old, he would say in his prayers, “Please bless Aaron Grant Peterson, formerly of the bird.” His parents were confused but after asking him Eden, who currently flies C-17s in to explain, he told them he was praying for the Eagle that operations around the globe. watched over our country. Aaron continues to have a great love for his country. He says he has learned a lot being in the military and that his understanding of the operations that the U.S. is involved in around the world has increased. He has also gained a deeper appreciation for what our nation is doing to promote peace and international stability. He has expressed the importance of understanding the complexity of the operations that the U.S. is involved in, and says that it is important for the citizens of our nation to study the issues, history, and cultures of the other countries with which we are involved and not just rely on the opinions of the media. Aaron is married and has three children. He married Lyndee Carter who is the daughter of Dale and Debbie Carter from Liberty. Their children are Tessa, Logan, and Nora. Obituaries Virginia M. Leavitt May 14, 1943 ~ May 5, 2017 “Together Again” Virginia M. Leavitt, 73, passed away with her family all around her in the place she loved the Virginia Leavitt best on Friday, May 5, 2017. She was born to Lind E. and Mary Edna Allen Melle on May 14, 1943 in Ogden, Utah. She attended Valley School and Weber High School. She married Jerry W. Leavitt January 20, 1966 in Wyoming. Jerry passed away September 9, 1994. Virginia worked for Hill Air Force Base in financing and accounting. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Cleo Burrows Mason May 15, 1922 ~ May 6, 2017 Cleo Burrows Mason, 94, passed away Note: Please send information on current or peacefully, Saturday, May 6, 2017, surrounded former Valley and Ogden Canyon residents who by her daughter and grandson. Cleo was born May 15, 1922 in Huntsville, are serving their county in the U.S. Armed Forces. Utah to George Henry Burrows and Orvetta Johansen Burrows. She was raised and schooled in Huntsville and graduated from Weber High School in 1940. Cleo met her future husband Darrell John Robert Allen Kneipp Mason at a Saturday night Huntsville dance. They fell in love, were married 62 years, February 22, 1936 ~ May 10, 2017 and together they raised two children: Kent (deceased); and Denise. Robert Allen Kneipp, 81, passed on Wednesday, May 10, 2017. Cleo worked as a civil servant at Defense He is survived by his son Nicholas Kneipp of Eden. Depot Ogden during and following World War A Memorial service and Mass of Christian burial was held on May 19, II. She was also a supervisor in the Procurement 2017 at St. John Fisher Catholic Church, 3227 Church Street, Newtown, Department at Hill Air Force Base at the time of her retirement. Additionally, Cleo cherished Ohio. her post-retirement three-year part-time job Pictured left is Robert Allen Kneipp working in the gift department of downtown Ogden’s Castleton’s clothing store. Often, she said those three years were the most fun she ever spent working. Cleo was a lovely and accomplished organist, pianist, and soloist. She treasured her experiences singing and participating in various high school operettas. Cleo’s first musical love was playing the organ. She was a church organist for over 60 years. Cleo reminisced with fondness about how she frequently played Obituaries Saints. She was former President of Ogden Garden Club and a lifetime member of National Garden Clubs. She enjoyed quilting, sewing, and reading books. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Virginia is survived by her sister June (David) Burch; brother Allen (Debbie) Melle; daughters Laurie Dawn Leavitt and Dixie Lee Leavitt, both of Ogden; stepson Troy D. (Sandra) Leavitt of Ogden; and grandchildren Ashlee Leavitt, Austin (Sierra) Leavitt, Dustin Christensen, and Gavin Leavitt; and great-grandchildren Landin and Nikalette Leavitt. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry W. Leavitt; parents, Lind and Edna Melle; and in-laws Wells and Maxine Leavitt. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at Lindquist’s Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Interment, Huntsville Cemetery. Big thanks to Specialty Nursing and Treso Senior Living. “The Mighty Wurlitzer” pipe organ in Ogden’s Egyptian Theater for local radio broadcasts, silent movies, and musical programs during and following the Great Depression. Cleo also gave piano lessons to many of Ogden’s young people following World War II. Cleo was a naturally gifted and talented seamstress, creating impeccably crafted clothing for her and family. She also possessed an artistic knack for needlework of all varieties. Cleo was a long-time member of the Ogden Fine Arts Guild. She always looked forward to the monthly musical get-togethers. As well, her long-time book club involvement provided many happy and rewarding years spent in the company of her fellow book lovers and longtime friends. People who met Cleo for the first time recognized her quick wit and dry humor. She was an exceptional conversationalist. She gained a reputation among her closest of friends at the assisted living community where she lived the last year of her life as a “fierce and feared” Jeopardy competitor. She could be counted-on to provide the right answer on most subjects— especially history and geography. Cleo was buried in Huntsville Cemetery Thursday, May 11, 2017. Upon her request, she was honored by her family with a private graveside service. A violist played her favorite melodies. The day was beautiful and peaceful. Cleo’s family wish to express their deep appreciation to her: dedicated doctor and his compassionate staff; hospice care nurses, aids, and the entire hospice care team who lovingly provided Cleo peace and dignity; assisted living community and new-found friends; and each person who heartened her life adding genuine happiness and joy. You touched her life and blessed ours. 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