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Show A-8 Sat/Sun/Mon/Tues, January 4-7, 2020 The Park Record Obituary Verda L. Lewis After Christmas Sale & Clearance plus– August 16, 1943 – December 16, 2019 Verda L. Lewis passed away unexpectedly Monday, Dec. 16, 2019 at her home in Park City. Verda and her husband Rick moved to Park City 30 years ago from Minnesota and immediately fell in love with the mountains and this beautiful area. Fueled by their shared passion for travel, adventure and camp- We’ll Pay Your Sales Tax! * SAL E TOD ENDS AY! JANUA RY ing, Verda and Rick traveled extensively throughout the West from Canada to the Mexican border, observing and photographing nature and the wildlife living in it. Verda had a soft spot for all her pet beagles and she had a special affinity for the moose, deer, birds and squirrels that visited her home over many years. She loved the environment here and often commented on how wonderful the Utah seasons were. Her enthusiasm for celebrating holidays and special events endeared her to friends, neighbors and coworkers. Farewell, Verda. You will be deeply missed. Formerly conjoined twins talk inclusion, their future SATUR DAY SALE ENDS TODAY! Utah teenagers have a simple message:Be nice ASSOCIATED PRESS Our After Christmas Sale & Clearance ends today! Save on Utah’s largest collection of Fine Contemporary and Modern Mountain furnishings! With up to 70% OFF select Clearance Items! Plus We’ll Pay Your Sales Tax! Ring in the New Year with Fresh furnishings for your Home. *Offer does not include Ekornes, AL Comfort Sleepers and recliners, BDI, or Technogel. SALT LAKE CITY — Formerly conjoined twins from Utah say they have found their voices as advocates for inclusion and acceptance after making international headlines when they survived a dangerous separation surgery. Kendra and Maliyah Herrin were born conjoined at their abdomens and shared a pelvis, kidney and liver and each controlled one leg for four years before six surgeons and 25 support staff separated them in 2006 at Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City, the Deseret News reported. The surgery gained attention across the world and the two girls, now 17, have been the subject of a short documentary, a book by their mother and multiple news stories, including interviews with Oprah Winfrey. Thirteen years later, the twins are seniors at a Utah high school and have experienced countless stares and photographs by curious people, they said. It has made them think about how to talk to people who are somewhat different, the sisters said. “Don’t be afraid to talk to someone. Don’t stare at them. Ask them if it’s OK to ask what happened. But be respectful about it,” Kendra Herrin said. Maliyah agreed: “Be nice.” They encourage people to ask questions and say it helps that they can easily talk about their physical limitations, their medical history and their lives. However, taking photos is not acceptable, said the twins, who each have one leg and have had many surgeries since their separation. “You’re normal,” Kendra Herrin said. “If I just took a picture of you, would you be OK with it? No, you would not.” They said they are not often excluded by other teenagers, partly because they grew up in the same neighborhood and have a support system in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Maliyah Herrin said. The twins support Stand Up for Kindness and the Orange Socks initiatives that spread anti-bullying messages and advocate for those with disabilities and their families. As they approach the end of high school and gain more independence, the girls are both excited and nervous for new opportunities. “Being able to be on our own, just like any teenagers. ... No parents,” Kendra Herrin said. “But also different because I don’t feel like we are as independent as other teenagers. We have equipment; it’s heavy lifting.” They are figuring out what they want to do in the future. Kendra received her driving license this year and is a certified phlebotomist. She said she may look for a job in that field once she turns 18 in early 2020. Maliyah said she is not sure what is in store for her next. Salt Lake Park City (801) 467-2701 (435) 645-7072 2970 Highland Dr. 1890 Bonanza Dr. Mon.-Sat. 10-6. Sunday and evenings by appointment. www.sanfrandesign.com Get info, scores, play-by-play updates for Park City, North and South Summit high schools. Follow here for all things sports in Summit County. In an effort to better service all customers, Republic Services is changing some of their service days in Summit County. Beginning the second week of January 2020, if your curbside trash and recycle service is normally scheduled on Thursdays, it will change to Friday. If your normally scheduled service is on Fridays, it will change to Thursday. Thursday Friday Wanship Hoytsville Coalville Echo Henefer Francis Woodland Promontory Kamas Marion Oakley Peoa NOTE FOR ALL CITIES IN BOLD BLACK TYPE: Effective January 9, 2020, if your service day was Thursday, it will now be Friday. If your service was Friday, it will now be Thursday. Deer Valley/Empire Pass Solamere/ The Oaks Old Town Park City The Aeries Park City Heights If you have any questions please contact Republic Services customer service at 435-615-8311 |