Obituaries

Ann DeSpain Egelund

Ann DeSpain Egelund

Aug 10, 2026

Ann DeSpain Egelund, our wonderful, loving mother, grandmother and great- grandmother completed her earthly mission on August 10, 2026, four days after family from around the state came to celebrate her 90th birthday at her house. She was born August 6, 1936, in the Lehi Hospital to William Orval DeSpain and Emma (Southwick) DeSpain. Ann is now united in heaven...

Lloyd Elwood Lemley

Lloyd Elwood Lemley

Aug 8, 2026

Lloyd Elwood Lemley, 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 8, 2026.

Lloyd was born on April 19, 1936, in Gentry County, Missouri, to Clyde Lemley and Florence Canady. He spent his early years growing up in Missouri before leaving home at the young age of 13 to begin working and making his own way in the world.

His journey eventually led...

Michael Keith Rosia

Michael Keith Rosia

Aug 4, 2026

Michael Keith Rosia, 68, passed away unexpectedly on the morning of August 4, 2026, while doing something he loved: reading his newspaper in his truck.

Mike was born on December 25, 1957, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Marine Master Sergeant Cornelius Francis Rosia and June Frances Rosia. He was the sixth of seven children. From Honolulu, the military family moved to Parris...

Donnel J Ward

Donnel J Ward

Aug 4, 2026

On August 4, 2026, Donnel J Ward slipped quietly through the veil and into eternity. He now rests in the embrace of his beloved wife, Sharon Cottrell. We mourn his passing but rejoice knowing he lived an exemplary life, honoring his temple covenants to his last breath.

Born August 10, 1935 in Ogden, Utah, to Glen John Ward and Lois Christina...

Dennis Lee Mease

Dennis Lee Mease

Aug 3, 2026

Dennis Lee Mease was born on September 22, 1948, in East St. Louis, Illinois, to Victor Paul Mease and Maxine Alvina Stahlheber Mease. He passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and a family who loved him dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Jerry Paul Mease; and his infant...

Barry Lynne Bishop

Barry Lynne Bishop

Aug 1, 2026

Barry Lynne Bishop was born April 9, 1948, in Salt Lake City, Utah. He passed away peacefully August 1, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving family. Barry was the third son of Verdell Ray Bishop and Dana Wood Bishop of Hinckley, Utah. Barry is survived by his wife, Karen V. Richman Bishop, his four children, Brett Michael Bishop (Tina),...

Beatrice Louise Burnett Greco

Beatrice Louise Burnett Greco

Jul 29, 2026

Beatrice Louise Burnett Greco, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt, passed away at the age of 88.

Louise was born on February 26, 1938, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Kenneth William Burnett and Melba Beatrice Brewer Burnett. She was the fifth of six children and a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- day Saints. She...

Anna Grace Lindberg

Anna Grace Lindberg

Jul 25, 2026

Anna Grace Lindberg of Saint George, Utah passed away on Saturday July 25th, 2026. She was born on February 28th, 1936 in Calamine, Arkansas, the 8th child of William and Clara Mobley Johnson. She attended Cave City High School where she loved playing basketball.

She loved cooking, sewing, gardening and collecting interesting rocks wherever she went. She was an avid reader...

Walter Lee Bailey

Walter Lee Bailey

Jul 23, 2026

Walter Lee Bailey ended his mortal journey on July 23, 2026 at age 92. Born on August 3, 1933 to Ira Bailey and Almira Dellana Jack. He married Jean Sue Bailey on February 14, 1959 and they were later sealed for time and eternity in the Los Angeles temple on January 16, 1960. Walter was a devoted husband and father.

He...

John Allan Sims

John Allan Sims

Jul 21, 2026

John Allan Sims age 55, of St. George, Utah

Passed away on July 21, 2026 in St. George, Utah

Born on October 14, 1970 in Murray, Utah.

John Allan was a devoted mechanic, a funny and kind brother to many, a cherished father or father like figure too many, an affectionate grandfather, a charismatic uncle to countless nieces and nephews, and a dependable...

Gordon Keller Barber

Gordon Keller Barber

Jul 20, 2026

Gordon Keller Barber, 71, passed away Monday, July 20, 2026, peacefully in his sleep. He was born August 27, 1954, in Monticello, UT to Glenn and Beverly Barber. Gordon was the fourth child of seven siblings. He was a lively and mischievous boy who loved causing trouble with his brothers and teasing his sisters. Gordon was diagnosed with arthritis at...

Brad Walton Pearson

Brad Walton Pearson

Jul 11, 2026

Brad Walton Pearson, 70, of Washington, Utah, passed away on July 11, 2026. While his passing leaves a void in the lives of those who knew him, his family finds comfort in knowing he has been reunited with his beloved wife, Jodi, and is finally free from pain.Brad was born on September 16, 1955, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to...

Byron Chester Mock

Byron Chester Mock

Jul 6, 2026

Byron Chester Mock passed away on July 6, 2026 surrounded by family at St George Regional Hospital in St George, UT. He said, “I just want to get through my 94th birthday and my 75th wedding anniversary and then I will be ready to go.” And that is exactly what he did. Byron was born on May 31, 1932 in...

Robert Dix Birch

Robert Dix Birch

Jul 3, 2026

Robert Dix Birch was born February 1, 1941, in Kansas City, Missouri to William Joseph Birch and Mary Gweneth Montgomery, both deceased. He is survived by his beloved wife -- who knows no limits on service -- his six sons, Joshua David Birch, Jamie Dix Birch, Chris Reed Birch, Robbie Benjamin Birch, Timothy Daniel Birch, and Jeffrey Kristian Beck. He...

Lewis Jack Bird

Lewis Jack Bird

Jul 1, 2026

January 22nd 1939 – July 1st at the age of 87

Our beloved father, husband, grandfather, great grandfather and great great grandfather Lewis Jack Bird passed away July 1, 2026 in Hurricane Utah.

Jack was born January 22, 1939 in Bluebell Utah to Clarence and Lydia Bird. Jack was the youngest of thirteen children. He was raised in Bluebell & Roosevelt Utah...

Ray H. Reifschneider

Ray H. Reifschneider

Jun 29, 2026

St. George, UT – Ray H. Reifschneider (Big Dog 5150) – 73, passed away surrounded by his loving wife and children on June 29, 2026. He was born on February 5, 1953, in Idaho Falls, ID to Henry C. Reifschneider and Marie Schwartzkoph. He married the love of his life, Tracy Lee VanOrden on July 12, 1997, in Pocatello ID.

 Raised...

Sheila Hardy

Sheila Hardy

Jun 26, 2026

Sheila Hardy, 80, passed away peacefully at home, June 26, 2026.

She was born Febuary 13, 1946 in St. George, Utah to D. Clyde Milne and Irene Sullivan.

She Married Grant K. Bowler. She later met and married Larry M. Hardy August 1, 1980 in Mesquite Nevada.

Sheila was raised in Bloomington, Utah and attended Dixie High School. Her hobbies included crafts and...

Edward Arthur Behling

Edward Arthur Behling

Jun 25, 2026

Edward Arthur Behling, age 87, of Washington, Utah passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, June 25, 2026 in the company of his wife and daughter after being hospitalized for 2 ½ weeks.

Ed was born on October 17, 1938 in Chicago, Illinois - the oldest of 4 sons of Edward Albert Behling and Daisy Ann Johncock. He was a...

Fredrick Pierce Cooke Sr.

Fredrick Pierce Cooke Sr.

Jun 25, 2026

Fredrick Pierce Cooke, Sr., 52, of Colorado City, Arizona passed away on June 25, 2026 in Midland, TX. Visitation will be held at Hughes Mortuary in St. George, Utah on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Visitation will also be on the following day, Sunday, July 12, 2026 from 12:00 Noon to 2:00 PM with a...

Jack Barry Suttlemyre

Jack Barry Suttlemyre

Jun 23, 2026

Jack Barry Suttlemyre, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, was born on January 31, 1940, to Ethel and Clyde Suttlemyre. He was one of four brothers and shared his life with Gary Suttlemyre, Larry Suttlemyre, and Wayne Suttlemyre.

On June 24, 1960, Jack married Sharon Ann Goodwin, the love of his life. Together they built a home filled with love,...