Our beloved father, grandfather, brother, Arnold Henry Moon, 94, left this mortal ife on June 17, 1999 with his family around him, to rejoin his wife, Zelma, two sons, parents, two brothers, and two grandchildren as well as many other family and friends, waiting for him on the other side.

Arnold was born March 7, 1905 in Woodland, Summit Co., Utah to Nephi and Melinda White Moon. He attended the Ogden School for the Deaf. This is where he met and eventually married his school mate, sweetheart, and partner for eternity, Zelma Lundquist on June 19, 1929 in the Salt Lake Temple. They were married for 69 years until they were separated by her death on March 15, 1998. He will be missed by all who shared his life, but know that there is great joy in Heaven now he is reunited with his sweetheart and his hearing and use of his legs are restored.

Arnold is survived by his daughters, Marjorie (Ross) Montgomery, Beth Ann (Jay) Campbell; brothers, Phillip, Willis, Floyd, Milton, Merrill, Roger; sisters, LaRetta Payne, Dora Riley, Emily Jones; 17 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

Funeral services were held on Monday, June 21, 1999 with burial in West Jordan City Cemetery beside his wife, Zelma.

Our beloved Karen Ethel Bird Williams reunited with God on July 28, 1999 in a peaceful sleep.

She will be remembered for her kind heartedness as a wife, mother, grandma, sister, daughter and friend to those who had the opportunity to know her.

Born July 22, 1937 in Idaho Falls, Idaho, daughter of Angus Brady and Ethel Josephine Coles Bird. Reared in Idaho, on a farm,

Karen got herself elected in attendance for Rodeo Queen twice in Rigby and accompanied her father and his race horses for many years. She married Norman Bryan Williams, from Texas, September 2, 1965 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. For most of their marriage Norman and Karen resided in West Jordan and raised their three daughters. Coming from a musicial family, the "Bird Melodians" Karen continued her passion for the organ and piano at the Salt Lake Valley Ward for the deaf for over 30 years. She retired from the post office January, 1997 and enjoyed her retirement traveling with her husband.

Our "Bird" is survived by her beloved husband, Norman, West Jordan; daughters, Penny (Henry) Calhoun, Sugarhouse; Jan Williams (Paul) Poynor; four grandchildren, Karlee, Leeza, Marilee and Noralee, Murray; mother, Ethel (step-father, Harold) Stowell, Idaho Falls, Idaho; brother, Cloyd (Sharon) Bird, Provo; sisters, Velda (Don) Storer, Ucon, Idaho; Vesta (Dale) Cook, Ucon, Idaho; Jean (Paul) Byington, Ammon, Idaho. She is preceded in death by her father, Angus Brady Bird and her daughter, Lisa Tobi Williams.

Funeral services were held Monday, August 2, at the Salt Lake Valley Deaf 2nd Ward with burial in West Jordan City Cemetery.

Dearly beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, returned home to his Heavenly Father on September 4, 1999.

Born in Ogden, Utah on October 6, 1923 to James Emery Perkins and Lila Luella Bess Perkins. He was an active member of the LDS Church, having served as Branch President, then Bishop of the Salt Lake Valley Ward for the Deaf. He was the first deaf Bishop of the first deaf ward in the history of the LDS Church. He served as a stake missionary in Scottsdale, Arizona, and held many positions in the Church, served on the High Council in the Salt Lake Park Stake, and recently completed a mission with his wife in the Norway Oslo Mission. He was married on June 6, 1946 to Vynola Dean Kernell and later divorced. Married Madelaine Peterson Burton December 27, 1976 solemnized in the Jordan River Temple on December 27, 1986.

He is survived by his wife and children, Lloyd Dean (Carol), Kerry Max (Connie), Susan Perkins, Patricia Luella (Mark) Whittaker; and stepdaughters, Dana Christensen and Lisa M. (Brian) Woodbury; 17 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sisters, Sarah Butler, Opal Meske, Lois Johnson, Lenora Andrus; and brother Leland (Grace). Preceded in death by parents, two sisters and four brothers.

Special thanks to Rocky Mountain Hospice for their tender care and support. Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 8,

1999 at the Salt Lake Valley First Ward for the Deaf, SLC.

Our dearest daughter, sister, granddaughter, aunt, cousin and friend, Penny Karen Williams, age 32, was tragically killed on September 14, 1999.

Born October 20, 1966 in Salt Lake City, Utah, daughter of Norman Bryan and Karen Ethel Bird Williams.

Penny was reared in West Jordan and attended and graduated from the Utah Schools for the Deaf, with the Class of 1983. She continued her education as a top scholar at the University of Utah. She was well loved by her beloved members of Alcoholics Anonymous. She loved to sew quilts, knit, crochet, read, write, sing, dance, and work in the garden. Her favorite pasttime was her annual trip to Sturgis, South Dakota to ride Harleys.

She is survived by her father, Norman; sister, Jan (Paul) Poynor; beloved nieces, Karlee, Leeza, Marilee, and Noralee, all of Murray; grandmothers, Ethel C. Bird Stowell, Idaho Falls, ID.; and Mary Sonka Williams, Las Vegas, Nevada; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her sister, Lisa Tobi Williams; and her mother, Karen Ethel Bird Williams, on July 28, 1999.

She will be greatly missed by everyone who shared her life and loved her.

Funeral services were held Saturday, 12 noon, at the Salt Lake Valley Deaf First Ward. Interment, West Jordan City Cemetery in family plot.

Private family service held Friday, September 17 with cremation. Died by own hand. He grew up in California and was enrolled in California School for the Deaf, Riverside, but graduated from SELCO High School, Downey, CA, in 1976.

He married Christine Brown and had three children. He later divorced. He married Penny Williams on July 15, 1996. His father, his 3 of 4 older children, one brother, Ralph, and three sisters, Cindy, Wendy and her children, and Peggy came from California to join Janelle Calhoun Deelstra, Jeff's mother for private family service conducted by President Ken Kinner.

Ruth Eloise (Phelps) Smith died October 16, 1999, at West Valley City.

She was born September 29, 1923, to Amer Leo and Grace Winifred Hoit Phelps in Blackfoot, Idaho. She married Roy Eugene Smith, April 12, 1944; later solemnized in the Logan LDS Temple. Her loving eternal companion died in 1976. She was a long-time member of the Ogden Valley Deaf Branch, where she held many positions. She especially loved teaching Primary, and her callings in the Relief Society. She is presently a member of the Salt Lake Valley 1st Ward for the Deaf. Mom (Grandma) enjoyed children, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survived by children, Roger L. and Marilyn Smith, Idaho Falls; Jerry D. and Selma Smith, West Valley City; Rosemary Smith, Salt Lake City; 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; brother and sisters, Miriam Thurston, Florida; Donald L. Phelps, California; Gladys Jennings, Washington. Preceded in death by a brother Stanley, and a sister Doris Waldburger.

Funeral services were held Thursday, Oct. 21 1999, 12 noon at the Ogden Valley Deaf Branch, 5675 South 850 East, South Ogden with viewing on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at the McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road, and at the church Thursday, one hour prior to services. Interment, Clearfield City Cemetery.

Sandra L. Bisignano passed away at a Salt Lake Rest Home on Sunday, January 2, 2000 of natural causes. Born February 3, 1947 to John Bisignano and Louise Fratto Bisignano. Survived by her brother, John Bisignano, Jr.

She was born deaf and mute, therefore she attended the Ogden School for the Deaf and Blind in 1952. She graduated in 1968 and went to work for Deseret Industries in 1972 to 1983. Although Sandra had many crosses to bear, she did so with a smile, and never complained. She later was paralyzed on one side, leaving her with one hand to feed herself and spent most of her time in bed with her many problems, but she still greeted everyone with a smile. She was giving and caring of others feelings. She was an angel coming unto this earth, and she left an impact to humanity for her strength and courage. Sandra was angelic, a beautiful child of God.

Sandra, rest in God's arms surrounded by family and your special and loving mother, Louise. Until we meet again, say hello to everyone. We will miss you.

A funeral mass will be celebrated Friday, January 7, at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 715 West 300 North. A vigil service will be held Thursday, January 6, at 7 p.m. at Neil O'Donnell and Sons Mortuary, 372 E. 100 South. Friends may call at the mortuary Thursday from 6-7 p.m.

Sharadee Opheikens Richins, age 45, of Ballard, died January 22, 2000 in a Provo hospital from complications of pneumonia.

She was born April 16, 1954 in Ogden to Kenneth and Germaine Davis Opheikens.

She married Johnny P. Murray, and later divorced. Married Kenneth Ellis Richins July 24, 1992 in Roosevelt.

Sharadee enjoyed arts and crafts, needlepoint, crocheting. She loved to be in the outdoors, camping, hunting and fishing. She was deaf since a small child and could communicate in sign, but she also learned to read lips and speak. She was a great fan of Email and through it she kept in touch with all her family and friends. She worked for the US Forest Service and retired after 17 years.

She is survived by her husband, Kenneth, of Ballard, sons, Jarvis Murray, Gusher, Jusstin Murray, Grantsville; stepchildren, Angela (Robert) Mounteer, Roosevelt; Troy (Jennifer) Richins, Georgia; Duane Richins, serving an LDS mission in Guatemala; 5 grandchildren, mother, Germaine Opheikens, Ogden, brothers, sister, Randy (Pam) Opheikens, Rigby, ID; Craig (Nancy Opheikens, Washington state; Marcie (Rodney) Kirkman, West Point.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, Jan. 26, 11 a.m. at the Ballard LDS Church with burial in the Roosevelt Memorial Park.

Our loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, Myrle Edwards Jones passed away February 11, 2000. She was born in Sterling, Utah March 6, 1913, a daughter of Solon and Nellie Bradley Edwards. She married Cyril P. Jones September 27, 1933 and was later divorced. Myrle attended the Utah School for the Deaf in Ogden. She was an active member of the LDS Church and served as Relief Society President in the Los Angeles Ward for the Deaf. She loved to "sing" in the language of the deaf. She enjoyed doing crafts and being with her friends and attending the senior citizen socials.

She is survived by her children, Von and Betty Jones, Rollin Jones, Mae and Milt Farrand; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; brother, Alma Edwards; and sisters, Betty Hochstettler, Leda frame, Helen Lee. Preceded in death by her parents; and sisters, Nellie Kathleen Edwards, Laura Jensen.

Services were held 11 a.m. Wednesday Feb. 16, 2000 at the Salt Lake Valley 2nd Ward for the Deaf, 6250 S. 2200 W. Friends may call Tuesday 6-8 p.m. at Redwood Memorial Estates, 6500 South Redwood Rd. and Wednesday one hour prior to services at the church. Interment, Sterling City Cemetery.

Source: Deseret News

Mae Melville Sagers, 76, died Saturday, February 19, 2000 at her daughter's home in Las Vegas after a short battle with bladder cancer. She was born May 14, 1923 in Fillmore, UT to Brigham Lafayette Melville and Ada Ella Jackson. She  married Stanford Sagers, June 14, 1945. The marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple.

Mae is survived by a daughter: Mrs. Lynn "Sandra" Cowley of Las Vegas; sons: Delbert Sagers of Las  Vegas; and Elwin Sagers of Beaver, UT; brothers: LaMar (Carole) Melville of Wendover, UT; Duane (LaRona)  Melville of Fillmore; sisters: Theo Sampson of Winnemucca, NV; and Ada Jean Clark of Lomita, CA; 16  grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Saturday, February 26, 2000 at 1 p.m. at the Enterprise LDS Stake Center.  Interment will be in the Enterprise City Cemetery  under the direction of Spilsbury & Beard Mortuary, Enterprise.

Source: Deseret News

David Dennis Gould, 36, passed away Thursday, March 30, 2000. He was born at the Dee Hospital in Ogden, Utah December 6, 1963. He graduated from the Utah School for the Deaf in 1981. He was active in scouting and basketball and did his best to scare us with daring stunts on his skateboard and bike. He loved to go camping and fishing with his family. David was happy and loving and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

David worked at various jobs at Hill Air Force Base and had a lot of friends there.

David is survived by his sweetheart of 11 years, Jana Nelson, and their two beautiful sons Harley and Juan; his parents Larry and LaRue Simpson of Roy; Dennis and Jimmie Gould of Layton; also brothers and sisters Bob Simpson, Amy and Jed DeVries, and Kimberly Joyce Gould; grandmother Nettie Gould; and last but far from least his good friend and fishing buddy John O'Neil.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 4, 2000 at Myers Mortuary in Roy.

Interment, Roy City Cemetery.

Source: Ogden Standard Examiner

She was born January 12, 1927 in Salt Lake City to Jane Elizabeth and Charles William Thomas.

She married John L. Hancock on Feb. 9, 1945. They were sealed for all time and eternity in the Salt Lake L.D.S. Temple.

Joy is survived by her three children, Linda and Terry Wilson of Roswell, Georgia; John and Kris Hancock of Sandy, Utah; Sally and Ron Butterfield of Kearns, Utah; eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; three sisters-in-law, Donna Martinson, Lois Anderson, and Shirley Hancock; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Graveside service was at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, Salt Lake City on April 5, 2000.

Source: Deseret News

Katie was born March 28, 1909, in Salt Lake City, UT, to Ferdinand and Mary Ann Tovey Billeter.

Survived by: sister-in-law, Mrs. Allen T. Billeter, La Rue.

Graveside services were held Monday, April 17, 2000, at 2 p.m., at the Salt Lake City Cemetery, 200 North "N" Street. Interment: Salt Lake City Cemetery. Funeral Directors: The Holbrook Mortuary.

Note: She attended and graduated from USD. Sister of Ferda Billeter & Lucy (Billeter) Savage & aunt of Billy Billeter, all preceded her.

Source: Salt Lake Tribune

OGDEN/B -- Kenneth Charles Burdett, 90, passed away peacefully in his home on Thurs., June 29, 2000.

Kenneth was born in Evanston, WY., on Oct. 20, 1909 to Charles Lyman and Sarah Thomas Burdett.

He began attending the Utah School for the Deaf in Ogden at the age of five and continued throughout his years of education except for five years of college which he completed with honors at Gallaudet College in Washington D.C. He then returned to serve at the School for the Deaf for 40 years as student supervisor, coach, Boy Scout leader, instructor of printing, teacher of high school math and science, and for 11 years as Curriculum Coordinator before he retired in 1974.

He also served lovingly and compassionately in many other capacities, both in church activities at the LDS Branch for the Deaf where he was a wonderful Priesthood example for deaf youth and in local state and national programs and organizations for the deaf. He received many honors through the years for his service and accomplishments and positive example to all. His gentle humor and great heart will always be cherished by his many former students, friends and family.

Kenneth married Afton Curtis of Ogden on July 29, 1936. The marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on September 5, 1941. She preceded him in death in August of 1960. From this union two children were born, JoAnn of Houston, Texas; and Ronald of Fremont, California. In 1965, he married Priscilla Rogerson and acquired three stepsons, Terry, Richard and Chuck Rogerson. Also surviving is one sister, Esther McCammon of Incline Village, NV; five grandchildren and one great-grand-daughter.

Funeral services were held Mon., July 3, 2000, at 11 a.m. at the Larkin & Sons Mortuary, 496 24th St., Ogden. Friends may call at the mortuary, Sun., from 6-8 p.m. and Mon., from 10-10:45 a.m. Interment, Ogden City Cemetery.

The family wishes to thank Home Care and Hospice for their love and support.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity in Kenneth's name.

Source: Salt Lake Tribune, 1 July 2000

SALT LAKE CITY - Maria Epiminia Huerta, our beloved daughter, sister and niece was taken away from us on Sunday, July 30, 2000.

She was born October 11, 1974 in Ogden, Utah, to Rosario Huerta and Jennie Barela.

She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. She graduated from the Deaf and Blind School in 1995 with a scholarship. She enjoyed Spanish music and traveling to Wendoverwith her friends.

Surviving are her mother, Jennie Rose Barela, Salt Lake City; grandfather, Manuel Barela, Ogden; one brother, Michael J. (Nora) Dummer, Salt Lake City; one sister, Josephine (Daniel) Diaz, Salt Lake city; two aunts; three uncles; five nieces; and one nephew.

She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Minnie Barela.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, August 3, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 2740 Pennsylvania Avenue., Ogden. Friends may call on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. with Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. at Myers Mortuary in Ogden, 845 Washington Blvd. Interment, Memorial Gardens of the Wasatch.

Beloved mother, Oma Lee Loveless Richins, passed away August 31, 2000due to injuries from an automobile accident.

Born March 23, 1930 in Payson, UT the daughter of Vaughn Tillman Loveless and Laurel Dimick.

Survived by children, Jane (Richard) Jeffs, Bonnie Pertl, both of West Valley, Kenneth Richins, Roosevelt, Dan (Daniece) Richins, Evanston, WY; 16 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; a great great-granddaughter; brothers and sisters, Ned (Gladys) Loveless, Glade (Dorothy) Loveless, Lynn (Ivadee) Loveless, Sheldon (Janice) Loveless, Gerald (Pat) Loveless. Preceded in death by three sisters, Madge, Aleene, Faye; one great-grandson; and one daughter-in-law, Sharadee.

Services were held 12 noon Wed. Sept 6, at Salt Lake Valley LDS Deaf 1st Ward, 760 E. 700 S. Friends and family may call 6-8 p.m. Tues. at Redwood Memorial Estates, 6500 S. Redwood Rd and Wed. one hour prior to services at the church. Interment, Redwood Memorial Estates.

Source: Deseret News.

WEST POINT - Dorothy Moshier Fisher, 89, beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away Sunday, October 1, 2000 at the Rocky Mountain Care Center in Clearfield of causes incident to age.

Dorothy was born August 21, 1911 in Murray, Ut; a daughter of William E. and Katherine Gorman Moshier.

She married Alton P. Fisher Sr., October 14, 1939. They were later divorced. She was a member of the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. She graduated from Utah School for the Deaf in Ogden.

She lived most of her life in West Point and was a happy, caring, loving person. In spite of her many challenges in life she never complained and always made the best of every situation.

Dorothy was very talented and her hands were never idle. She loved to do embroidery, ceramics, crocheting, and all kinds of crafts. She was an active participant at the Heritage Clearfield Senior Citizens center for many years.

She enjoyed teaching sign language to her grandchildren and to her friends. Her good natured disposition, her love for life, and her sense of humor will always be remembered.

Dorothy is survived by two sons, Alton P. (Lori) Fisher Jr., Marty (Camille) Fisher, 11 grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Joyce Ann Fisher, three brothers, and four sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday, October 5, 2000 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 210 South Chapel St. Layton.

Prayer service will be held Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Lindquist's Clearfield Mortuary, 1050 South State. Family will meet friends from 7:30-9:00 p.m.

Interment, Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 4th Avenue and "T" St. in Salt Lake City.

Source: Ogden Standard Examiner.

Steve Ellis, 20, was killed in an auto/truck accident caused by an icy road near Shelley, ID. He is survived by his wife, Amy Mortensen Ellis, who sustained severe injuries. The Ellises were juniors at USU, with Steve majoring in physical education. The two had been married the previous weekend, and were on their way back to Shelley for a wedding reception on Saturday, January 6. Instead of the reception, a funeral was held. Steve was a well-known basketball player in NWAAD.

Robert Guy Despain, age 46, died on January 6, 2001, in Salt Lake City.

He was born on October 5, 1954, in Salt Lake City, Utah to Guy Orson and Emily Carolyn Depain. He married Deborah on November 12, 1977 in Elko, Nevada. Robert enjoyed playing golf.

He is survived by wife, Deborah; daughters, Roberta, Tracy, and Stephanie, brother, John Orson Despain. Preceded in death by father, Guy Orson Despain and mother, Emily Carolyn Despain.

Funeral services were held on Wed., January 10, 2001, 12 Noon, in the Colonial Mortuary, 2128 So. State St.

Interment was in the American Fork Cemetery.

Salt Lake Tribune, 9 Jan 2001

Paul Gines, 82, of West Jordan, passed away peacefully. He married Mildred Johnson in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They later divorced. He then married Mary (Gavros) Gilson in Salt Lake City. She preceded him in death. Survivors include three sons, Dennis, Ed and David; a daughter, Nancy; 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Went to be with Our Lord

January 20, 2001

Memorial Services were held Thursday, January 25, 2001, at 2 P.M. at the Cornerstone Evangelical Free Church 40 South Main, Midvale, 7800 S. 700 W.

Internment was in the Nielson family plot, Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Mount Pleasant, Utah.

Mother of Lynn Allen, sister of Carolbeth Nielson Cook.

Alumna of Utah School for the Deaf.

Source: Salt Lake Tribune 23 Jan 2001

Beverly Nunn, 74, of Sun Valley, CA, died a week after suffering a stroke.

She was an alumna of Utah School for the Deaf.

Herbert D. Royce returned to his Heavenly Father on January 29, 2001 at the age of 69.

He is survived by his loving wife, E.J. Royce, of Saratoga Springs; his four children; Toby Royce of Downey, Ca; Deanna Rainey of Provo; Gerberta Black of Provo; and Chip Royce of Saratoga Springs; eight grandchildren and four sisters, Betty Covert of Clinton, La; Charlotte Durbin of Grants Pass, Or; Patricia Robinson of Blandensville, Il; and Sharon Welsh of Sacramento, Ca. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and one sister.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, February 1, 2001, at 11:00 a.m., at the  Chapel of the Utah Valley Deaf Ward, 424 W. 1200 South, Provo.

Interment was in the Provo City Cemetery.

Source: Utah County Journal, Provo

Jennie Violet Holton, former Ogden resident died March 19, 2001 at the Heritage Bennion Care Center in Salt Lake City.  She was born February 18, 1908 in Brigham City, Utah a daughter of Eli and Gertude Gibson Holton.  Jennie contracted tubercular meningitis in early childhood that left her totally deaf.  She received her education in the State School for the Deaf and Blind in Ogden, and she was a participating member of the Deaf Branch of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  She is loved and will be missed by her family and friends.

Surviving are three nieces and one nephew, Mrs. Lynn (Mary) Farnsworth, Mesa, Arizona; Mrs. Carl (Kathleen) Brague, Orange, California; and Mrs. Paul (Joyce) Davis, Salt Lake City, Utah; Mr. John L. Clark, Amalga, Utah.

Funeral services will be held March 22, 2001 at 1 p.m. at the Larkin and Sons Mortuary, 496 24th Street, Ogden, Utah, where friends may call from 12:00 noon to 12:45 prior to the funeral.

Interment, Ogden City Cemetery.

CAROL ANN CAPSUL, 54, died of natural causes April 29, 2001, at her Anchorage home.

Visitation will be at noon Thursday at Evergreen Memorial Chapel. A service will be at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Thomas Gallagher, S.J., officiating. Pallbearers will include Donald Capsul, Davin Capsul, Darrel Whitley, Reuben Attatayuk,  Frederick Capsul and Randy Wilson. Burial will follow at the Anchorage Memorial Park Cemetery. Afterwards, a  reception will be held at the home of Alberta Wilson, 947 W. 74th Ave.

Mrs. Capsul was born March 20, 1947, in Holy Cross. She moved to Fairbanks in 1959, and to Anchorage in 1960.   She was educated at the Utah School for the Deaf, graduating in 1967.

Mrs. Capsul worked as a records clerk at Alaska Native Medical Center from 1989 until 1999. She also worked for the Loussac Library and the Civil Service.

She enjoyed playing bingo, knitting and crocheting, baking, watching sports and movies, playing cards and visiting.

Her family said: "Carol will always be remembered as a loving and caring mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. She was very kind-hearted and was always worried about everyone else but herself. Carol suffered from many health-related ailments and never complained, yet she never let any of her sons down. Whenever she was in the room, she always had a joke that put a smile on everyone's face. She will be greatly missed by her whole family."

Mrs. Capsul is survived by her sons, Donald Capsul, Davin Capsul, Darrel Whitley and Reuben Attatayuk of Anchorage; grandson, Dustin Capsul of Anchorage; granddaughter, Dakota Capsul; brothers, John Capsul, Peter Capsul and Alfred Capsul of Anchorage; sisters, Alberta Wilson and Eva Edwards of Anchorage; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins throughout Alaska.

Source: Anchorage Daily News, May 2, 2001.

[Correction: She graduated from USDB in 1968]

He was born November 28, 1926 in Ogden, the only son of Lafayette Don Carlos Parkin and Beatrice Mae Covington. He grew up in Ogden and attended the Utah School for the Deaf. He attended Weber College and later pursued a 44-year career as a Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker.

Jay was a member of the Ogden Valley Deaf Branch, where he served as a second counselor in the Bishopric for six years and the executive secretary to President Baggs for two years.

On May 28, 1949, he married Rosa Lee Mae Caraveau in Ogden. The marriage was later solemnized in the Ogden LDS Temple. Rosa Lee gave comfort and support as a beloved wife and was by his side at his passing.

Jay loved to go fishing, hunting, boating and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Surviving are his wife, Rosa Lee, his children, Dennis (Aimee) Parkin, Riverdale; Patricia (Stephen) Felsted, Salt Lake City; Susan (Dale) Grant, Salt Lake City; Brent (Georgiann) Parkin, North Ogden; and 14 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, L. Don and Beatrice Parkin.

Funeral services will be held Monday, November 5, 2001 at 11 a.m. at Leavitt"s Mortuary, 836 36th St., Ogden, with Branch President Robert K. Boehmer officiating. Friends and family may call on Sunday at Leavitt"s Mortuary from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Monday from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.

Interment: Leavitt"s Aultorest Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations may be given to benefit the Utah Community Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, 5709 South 1500 West, Salt Lake City, Utah 84123. Please make checks payable to: UCCD Trust Fund.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Susan & Tiffany of Hospice of Utah for their care and support.

Send condolences to family at www.leavittsmortuary.com

Source: Standard Examiner, Ogden, Utah

SALT LAKE CITY - Robert Anthony (Bobby) Shupla, 45, died Sunday, Jan.

13, 2002, in the LDS Hospital.

He was born Feb. 20, 1956, in Brigham City, Utah, a son of Franklin and Margie I. Poocha Shupla. He was a Hopi/Tewa Tribal member, the Roadrunner clan, of the Hopi Tribe. He graduated from the Utah School for the Deaf and was employed as a cartographer at the U.S. Forest Service since July 3, 1978. He was a member of the LDS Church.

Bobby was a member of the Golden Spike Athletic Association for the Deaf; Utah Sportsman Club for the Deaf; and the Utah Athletic Club for the Deaf. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, and was a avid Washington Redskins fan.

Surviving are his father of Polacca, Arizona; two brothers and two sisters, Winchell (Norma) Shupla, Roy; Marshall (Susan) Shupla, Polacca, Ariz.; Stephanie Shupla, Layton, Utah; Leila Youvella, Phoenix, Ariz.; eight nephews and six nieces; one grand-nephew and two grand-nieces. He was preceded in death by his mother; a brothers, Hurbert Shupla and Mark Allen Shupla.

Funeral service will be held Thursday, Jan. 17, 2002, at 11 a.m. in the LDS Branch for the Deaf, 5640 So. 850 E. South Ogden. Friends may call at the Larkin & Sons Mortuary, Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. and Thursday at the church from 10-10:45 a.m. Interment in the Ogden City Cemetery

Source: Salt Lake Tribune, January 15, 2002