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Show Page 6 The Ogden Valley News Volume XXX Issue VII November 15, 2023 Announcements Obituaries Stephen L. Tolman November 8, 1946 ~ October 29, 2023 It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of our oldest brother, Stephen Leonard Tolman. He left his mark on this world and so many people he encountered during his 76+-year trek Stephen Tolman through this life. With his love and his light and his insights, he was definitely one of a kind! Steve started his journey November 8, 1946. He was born the first son of Mary Teresa Leonard and Foster Steve Tolman in Ogden, Utah. Steve attended St. Joseph Catholic schools, so long ago that the elementary school was still called Sacred Heart Academy. Steve played basketball and ran track, and we’re pretty sure he held the school record for the hundred-yard dash (as they called it back then) until his youngest siblings were in high school. He graduated from Ogden High School in 1965. Steve joined the Navy after high school during the Vietnam War, from 1965 until 1969. He was in the Helicopter Rescue Squadron on the USS Ticonderoga. He had so many stories about his time in the Navy. From ocean rescues, including one where he nearly lost his life saving a pilot to how there was no AC or heat on the ship, so you either froze or roasted in your bunk depending on the weather. And the story of the hazing he received when crossing the equator was one he loved to tell! He told so many stories. Some of his favorites included him and his buddies and their escapades “dragging the ‘vard’” in Ogden. Mike McGann, Bill White, Bill Pettis, Bruce Campbell, and many more. He loved his old high school buddies. He lived in Ogden; Salt Lake City; San Francisco, CA; San Diego, CA; Taos, NM; and Rupert, ID. So many adventures, so many people’s lives to touch! On December 28, 1973, he married Cheryl Ann Montgomery in San Francisco. He loved Cheryl, and they spent a few years living in SF, before moving to Rupert, Idaho to live near Cheryl’s family. It was during this time that Steve became a Latter-day Saint and he and Cheryl were sealed in the LDS Temple. On June 29, 1984, Steve and Cheryl were blessed with the arrival of their sweet Emily Ann Tolman. They loved her deeply during her much-tooshort life, as Emily left this world July 27, 1984. Steve and Cheryl were later divorced. Steve worked in many jobs, in many professions over the years. His longest, most successful, and most enjoyable was when his brother-inlaw, Craig, introduced him to Local 99/IATSE, the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees. Steve worked there for 25+ years, where he became an electrician. We can’t count how many times Steve shared how grateful he was for his time at Local 99. He loved the work he did, the shows he saw, the things he learned. But mostly he loved the people. We could name some of the ones he told the most stories about, but we’d never remember them all, and we’re sure we would leave out someone important, so we won’t. But the connections he made, the lives he touched, the people he helped were priceless to Steve. We’re sure everyone he met remembers him! Most of them fondly, though there are probably a few who didn’t see the good side of him. But that is simply the way he was. “Dr. Feel Good” was just one of the many nicknames he was given during his life. And he definitely had insight. He helped many people through many difficult times. He was always studying and learning and looking for more ways to connect with “The Voice” (Affectionately referred to as EARL!). Music was just one of the ways he connected to the spirit, and he used it for healing. He did his best to heal everyone he talked to, whether it was one on one, in line at the grocery store, hanging out at Starbucks, soaking in the hotpots in Lava… anywhere that he felt the need. He reached out to so many. Steve will be greatly missed by us, his family, and by his hundreds of friends. He is survived by sisters Peggy (Dennis) Miconi, Shelagh (Neal) Beringer, Bridget Mitchell, and Kate Keyes; his brother John (Susan) Suski; and Cheryl Tolman. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Suski; Foster Steve Tolman; his stepdad, John Suski; brother-inlaw Craig Keyes; and his daughter Emily. Steve leaves behind many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews who also found him to be a great source of support and inspiration. A Celebration of Life will be held November 25, 2023, from 3:00 until 5:00 p.m., at 1369 Nicholls Road, Fruit Heights, Utah. Condolences may be shared with the family at aaronsmortuary.com/obituaries/ stephen-tolman. Deceased Ann Marie Eilander, 77, died October 24, 2023. Brian Kay Smith, 61, died October 29, 2023. Ann Holliday Godfrey, 86, died October 30, 2023. Dianne Wayment Bullock, 82, died November 1, 2023. Lamar Lee Fiet, 90, died November 5, 2023. Please send your announcements & photos to: Ogden Valley News PO BOX 522 EDEN UT 84310 Announcements are placed free of charge. GIFT CARDS MAKE GREAT GIFTS. ORDER ONLINE OR COME IN TO GET YOURS TODAY. Timbermine is closed Thanksgiving Day. Ruth Stoker June 29, 1928 ~ November 5, 2023 Ruth Stoker, 95, passed away November 5, 2023 in Ogden, Utah. She was born June 29, 1928 to Lonny and Vera Stromberg Stoker in Huntsville, Utah. She graduated from Weber High School and Ruth Stoker worked and retired as a secretary at Hill Air Force Base. Following her retirement, she worked as a clerk at Fred Meyer for over 20 years. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints and served in many callings. She enjoyed reading, gardening, wordsearch puzzles, family, church, and driving to the Norma Rich Dalton August 23, 1933 ~ October 25, 2023 Norma Rich Dalton was born August 23, 1933 in Vernal Utah. She was the oldest of 7 children born to Lucille and Thorald “Cotton” Rich. She married Jerrold Franklin Norma Dalton Dalton on September 1, 1948 in Wellington, Utah. They were later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple in 1955. After 90 years of life filled with adventures, learning, and endless love for family and friends, Norma Joann Rich Dalton passed away at her home in Clearfield, Utah on October 25, 2023. Norma and Jerrold had six children who were raised mostly in Sunset, Utah. Her dream was to be certified as a teacher and be able to teach school. She did receive her teaching certification, but her teaching of children was done through family outings, Grandma’s camps and 4-H programs, not only with her family, but also with hundreds of other children. Norma was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ,serving in many ward and stake positions. She was a lifelong member of DUP, and she made many close friends in the writing groups she belonged to. Even though Norma was kinda feisty and stubborn, she had a big heart. She tried to take care of everyone who she felt needed help. She OVBA cont. from page 1 a voice in our community and county. A side benefit was creating many lasting friendships. For all those whose hard work made this possible, you have my sincere appreciation and thanks.” In 2018/2019 Powder Mountain general manager Mark Schroetel asked Sara Wayman to take over his position as OVBA treasurer. Within the year, almost every other board member had already served multiple terms in office, had put in a ton of work, and was ready to take a break. Unfortunately, there were not many replacements who could dedicate the time away from their businesses to also serve. Then COVID hit and, suddenly, two years had flown by. Once COVID had passed, there was no longer enough interest in the organization, and networking and business relationships had changed. Thus, in the spring of 2022, former OVBA President Ashley Cross talked with others about dissolving the Valley, which she did into her 90s, and she was the life of the party when she was younger. Ruth was the sweetest orneriest person, and we loved that about her. The family extends a special thanks to Kourt, her walking buddy, the doctors and nurses from McKay Dee Hospital, and Intermountain Hospice for the care they gave her. She is survived by her many nieces and nephews who will miss her dearly. She is preceded in death by her parents Lonny and Vera Stoker; two brothers, Bill and Fred Stoker; and two sisters, Betty Holmberg and Shirley Jenkins. Graveside services were held Thursday, November 9, 2023 at the Huntsville Cemetery, 5600 E. 100 S., Huntsville, Utah. Services entrusted to Myers Mortuary, 845 Washington Blvd., Ogden, Utah. Condolences may be shared with the family at myers-mortuary.com. loved being in nature, hiking, reading, and writing. Her passion was to record and share the history of those who settled Nine Mile Canyon, Utah where she was raised. Nine Mile Canyon was her “special place.” She always felt like she was back “home” when she was there, and she always wanted to be there. Her curious and eager spirit was welcomed home by her husband, Jerrold; her parents, her brothers Earl, Don, and Bus; sisters-in-law, Jeanine and Donetta Rich; and two great-grandchildren. Norma is survived by her six children: Lorena (Robert) Thornton, Liberty, Utah; Wayne (Kim) Dalton, Layton, Utah; Keven (Malan) Dalton, Perry, Utah; Winette (Brad) Moss, Rifle, Colorado; Alene Dalton and Cami Dalton, both of Clearfield, Utah. She is also survived by brothers Kirt Rich, Price, Utah and Hugh (Bonnie) Rich, Mesa, Arizona; her sister Evelyn (Jim) Oldham, Vernal Utah; sisters-inlaw, Wilma Rich, Gilbert, Arizona; Roanna Rich, Cleveland, Utah; Corna O’Raffery, Cleveland, Utah; and brother-in-law, Jack Dalton, Silver City, New Mexico; 33 grandchildren (includes spouses), 45 great-grandchildren, 2 great-greatgrandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. They are now blessed in this life to have her watching over and guiding them. Funeral services were held Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Mitchell Funeral Home (233 E. Main St.) in Price. Burial followed in the Cleveland Town Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Mitchell Funeral Home of Price and Huntington where friends are always welcome daily and may share memories of Norma online at mitchellfuneralhome.net. association and donating any remaining funds to Community Foundation of Ogden Valley. All members of OVBA’s board of directors agreed to dissolve the organization and donate any remaining funds. Sara Wayman stated, “I want to extend my thanks to all OVBA members over the years who contributed to our amazing community. A huge thank you to all who contributed, served, and supported OVBA for over two decades. So many served in multiple positions over the years; there are too many to mention without leaving someone’s name out.” While OVBA now has been dissolved, their good efforts live on. Co-chairs Sara Wayman and Ashley Cross generously donated the remaining $24,000 OVBA funds to Community Foundation of Ogden Valley to help the community’s nonprofits. Thank you Ogden Valley Business Association! High Dose Now Available for 65 and over! Flu shots are $0 copay with most insurances. 38 FREE RSV Now Available MUSHROOM APPETIZER Must present this ad to receive. 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