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Show A-8 Sat/Sun/Mon, December 21-23, 2019 The Park Record Obituary Kent “Butch” Vernon December 13, 1942 – December 14, 2019 JACKSON’S HIDEAWAY, A NEW SKI CLUB AND LOUNGE. EXCLUSIVE SKI-IN / SKI-OUT ACCESS AT THE BASE OF PARK CITY MOUNTAIN RESORT This private, 21+ members area provides a locker room, lounge, bar, pool/hot tub, easy on snow access, and all the amenities to make your day on the snow perfect. With early access to special gear and discounts on all your purchases, it is our goal to make your day on the mountain memorable. Join today for early membership pricing, space is limited. Kent Vernon, affectionately known as “Butch,” passed away Dec. 14, 2019, the day after his 77th birthday. He was born to Alvin James Vernon and Mae LaVon (Robinson) Vernon Dec. 13, 1942, in the small town of Hoytsville, Utah, which became his lifelong stomping grounds. His school days were all spent at North Summit. As a very young man he learned to work hard and take on whatever job was handed to him. In 1964 he enlisted in the Air Force Reserve where he trained and served as an aircraft mechanic. He married lifelong companion, business partner and best friend, Laurel NaVee Wright, Feb. 8, 1965. He was an early entrepreneur and together with his wife established a successful mink ranching business. His ambitious nature led him to hold positions on the board of directors and as President of the Fur Breeders Co-op for many consecutive years. He also served as President of the Wasatch Fur Group. Occasionally, he took on construction work operating heavy equipment and crushers. His career in mink ranching ended in 1998, when he made the decision to pelt out due to Aleutian disease. He changed occupations and became a commercial vehicle inspector at the Echo Port of Entry for over a decade, where he received high praise and the prestigious Lane Elmer Award. Kent “Butch” Vernon In his early years, Butch participated in bareback riding as a member of The Rocky Mountain Rodeo Association, and developed a true appreciation for the sport and was entertained watching them for many years. He had a life-long love of hunting, black and tan hounds, trapping, fishing and enjoying the outdoors, which he shared with his family. He was never without a good horse, a good dog and a few cows. He held volunteer positions on many boards to contribute to his community. He shared himself and his life with us every day and taught us much about how to live a life of integrity. He will be remembered in our hearts with love and affection always. A man who never cared much about himself, never complained and maintained an incredibly strong will until his final days. He is survived by his wife NaVee, his children, Kory (Natae) Vernon, Camille Vernon and Velvet ChaBlee Padgett, 8 treasured grandchildren, Kaden, NaKayla, Jessica, BraxLee, Kentley, Koleman, Daintrie, Jarrett, and his sister Patricia Mae Louder. He was greeted with open arms by his parents, two brothers, and his beloved son Damon Kent Vernon who preceded him in death. His life was well lived, and he was well loved. This honest, fair, and dedicated man has left a permanent mark etched on our hearts and will be enormously missed. All are welcome to join in a celebration of his life Friday, Dec. 20, 2019 at the Ledges Event Center located at 202 Park Road, Coalville, Utah. Visitation will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Memorial service at noon and graveside service directly after. As per his wishes, dress code is casual, come as you are. 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