Obituaries
Michael Wayne Jackson
Sep 9, 2026
Michael Wayne Jackson, 83, was born in Prescott, Arizona, to Bonnie Pearl Batt and Fred William Jackson. His dear sister, Donna Lynn Jackson Gertsch, left him far too soon. The three of them, along with many beloved aunties and cousins, and his niece Cindy Olinghouse, welcomed him home on September 9th, 2026, when he passed away peacefully.
“Wayne" spent his childhood...
Wayne Vaughn lll
Sep 9, 2026
Wayne Vaughn III, born on November 19, 1968, in San Fernando, California, passed away peacefully at home on September 9, 2026. A loving son, brother, father, Uncle, nephew, and friend, Wayne's life was an inspiring journey of love, laughter, and dedication, leaving an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to have known him.
Wayne was the beloved son of Patrice Vaughn...
Janice Harrison Nylund
Sep 1, 2026
Janice Harrison Nylund, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away September 1, 2026 in St. George, Utah surrounded by her loving family.
Janice was born on November 27, 1950, in Vernal, Utah, to Helen Marie Harrison and John Carlin Harrison. Growing up in Vernal, her fun-loving, outgoing and friendly personality endeared her to many, fostering an early and lifelong...
Daniel Paul Deschamps
Aug 31, 2026
Daniel Paul Deschamps passed away on August 31, 2026 due to an unexpected medical event. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Elizabeth Deschamps, his children Sarah (Shawn) Kemple, Nicholas (Ela) Deschamps, Cassandra Deschamps, Andrew (Lindsey) Deschamps, Christopher (Emily) Deschamps, Kimberlee (Rashid) Deschamps, and Marissa Deschamps. He also leaves behind nine grandchildren, Brayden, Isabella, Bryson, Jack, Claire, Logan,...
Robert Michael Bull
Aug 29, 2026
Robert Michael Bull passed away peacefully in St. George, Utah, on August 29, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 12, 1948, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Robert Edward Bull and Bethel Bull, Michael was the eldest of four children, including two brothers and one sister. His childhood was spent in Salt Lake City and later in...
Allen Gerald Porterfield Sr.
Aug 26, 2026
In Loving Memory of Allen Gerald Porterfield Sr.
Allen Gerald Porterfield Sr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, pastor, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 26th , 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and a life devoted to the people he cherished.
He was a man who loved deeply and gave generously of himself. His greatest joy was his family....
Chris Fischer
Aug 26, 2026
Chris Fischer, age 59, passed away unexpectedly on August 26, 2026. Born on September 19, 1966, in Hildale, Utah, to Cora Lee Witt and Richard W. Fischer Sr., Chris grew up surrounded by a large family of 55 siblings, including his 11 immediate siblings: Scott, Wayne, Heidi, Tony, Rebecca, Richard, Demetria, Rhoda, Genevieve, Lance, and Rustee.
Growing up, Chris’s best friends...
Leland Howard Peters
Aug 24, 2026
Leland Howard Peters, 88, of Santa Clara, Utah, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2026, at 8:12 AM.
Lee was born in Glendale, California, on October 26, 1937, to William Howard and Lois Ritchie Peters. He earned a master’s degree from the University of Southern California (USC) and went on to build a diverse and successful career spanning banking, manufacturing, and...
Edda Jo Hinton
Aug 22, 2026
Edda Jo Hinton, 66, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Edda was born August 1, 1960 in Provo, UT to Jean Louise Watts and Edward Lloyd Paxton. She was the youngest of 5 siblings.
In August 1987, Edda married Robert Hinton in UT. They welcomed their first daughter Heather Hinton on January 29, 1988 then welcomed their second and last...
Brenda Lynne Schmidt Kenworthy
Aug 22, 2026
Brenda Lynne Schmidt Kenworthy, 62, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 22, 2026 surrounded by loving family and friends. She struggled for many, many years with POTS, and was recently diagnosed with ALS.
She was born on Easter Sunday, March 29, 1964. Her mother and father were Mary Jean "Jeannie" Bevard Schmidt Reeves and Delmar Jacob Schmidt. She was raised in...
Joey Twitchell
Aug 18, 2026
Joey Leavitt Twitchell, 84, of St. George, Utah, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2026. Born March 31, 1942, in Hurricane, Utah, to Donald Henry Leavitt and Karma Hirschi, Joey grew up in St. George as the spirited eldest of six daughters—arriving just five minutes ahead of her twin sister, Judy. She graduated from Dixie High School, where she proudly...
Glen Leroy Ericson Jr
Aug 16, 2026
Glen Leroy Ericson Jr., 79, passed away peacefully at his home in St. George, Utah, on August 16, 2026.Glen was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He served a mission to the Northern Indian Mission, where he spread the gospel message to the Native American people. He had the opportunity to serve as a...
Roger Allan Jones
Aug 10, 2026
Brigadier General Roger Allan Jones, USAF (Ret.)
September 12, 1938 – August 10, 2026
Brigadier General Roger Allan Jones, USAF (Ret), 87, of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away on August 10, 2026, in St. George, Utah. He was a devoted husband, father, uncle, grandfather, and great-grandfather, as well as a decorated Air Force general, a respected judge advocate (JAG), and a dedicated...
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...
Kay Hansen Brinkerhoff
Aug 8, 2026
Kay Hansen Brinkerhoff was born April 16, 1932 in Emery, Utah to Floyd and Surelda Hansen Brinkerhoff. He passed away on August 8, 2026.
Following graduation from South Emery High School, He joined and proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War as an aircraft hydraulics specialist. Following a tour of duty on the aircraft carrier Bon...
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
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
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
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
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),...
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