Obituaries
Vonda Marie Hall Smith
Aug 8, 2025
Vonda Marie Hall Smith, Brigham City, Utah, was born August 9, 1944, to Carrol and Bernice (Iverson) Hall, and died peacefully at her home August 8, 2025.
Vonda was a lover of people, of nature, and of joy. She spent countless hours and days in the desert – kicking rocks, looking for relics, and connecting with the silent breeze. You could...
Gale Elaine Lavaly Moran
Aug 4, 2025
Gale Elaine Lavaly Moran, 71, of Rigby, Idaho passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, at Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah. A Celebration of Life service will take place at Watersprings Church in Idaho Falls, Idaho on August 20, 2025, at 11:00 am.
Gale was born to Lawrence Joseph Lavaly and Rosie Lee Crooks Lavaly in San Francisco, California on...
Rheba June Redmon
Aug 3, 2025
1935 – 2025
Rheba June Redmon, 89, of Utah, entered peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on August 3, 2025. Born in Oswego, Kansas, Rheba lived a life devoted to faith, family, and service.
After a dedicated career as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in Lancaster, California, Rheba retired and eventually made her home in Utah to be near family....
Nancy Belle (Neilson) Johnson
Aug 3, 2025
Nancy Belle (Neilson) Johnson, born June 2nd, 1957, to Frank Milton and Belle (Snow) Neilson.
Nancy returned to the arms of our Heavenly Father on August 3rd, 2025, with family by her side.
Nancy graduated from Weber High School. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Nancy was married to Gilbert Walter Johnson on April 12, 1978,...
Antonio Ortiz
Aug 2, 2025
Funeral Service will be held on Friday, August 15, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Aaron's Mortuary, 496 24th Street, Ogden, Utah. Friends may visit with family at a Viewing on Thursday, August 14, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Aaron's Mortuary.
Interment; Ogden City Cemetery
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Sidney Kevin Wolford
Aug 1, 2025
Sidney Kevin “Kevin” Wolford, Kevin passed away unexpectedly on August 1, 2025, at the young age of 67.
Kevin was born on October 31, 1957, in Ogden, Utah. He was the beloved eldest son of Sidney Clive Wolford and Judith Ann Jensen. He and his family resided in Ogden throughout his younger years. Throughout his life, Kevin was known for his...
Jan Welsh
Aug 1, 2025
The world lost one of its most colorful characters on August 1, 2025, when Jan Welsh of Eden, Utah, passed peacefully in Ogden, surrounded by her family. Born in Palo Alto, California, and raised under the sunny skies of San Diego with her five sisters—Jill, Judy, Jeri, Jennifer, and Jamie—Jan lived a life full of laughter, love, and unapologetic quirk.
Jan...
Wesley Daniel Baird Scott
Jul 31, 2025
Wesley Daniel Baird Scott, 63, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025.
He was born on October 13, 1961, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Frank and Donna Baird.
Wesley dedicated his working life to doing what he loved — fixing things with his hands and solving problems with determination as he wouldn’t quit until the job was done right!
He spent many years working...
Karen Ann Dabling Estel
Jul 29, 2025
Karen Ann Dabling Estel
November 29, 1957 ~ July 29, 2025
Karen Ann Dabling Estel, age 67, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2025, in Ogden, Utah, following a stroke and a courageous battle with ongoing health issues, including cancer.
Born on November 29, 1957, in Jerome, Idaho to Sheldon L. and Dorothy Baker Callister, Karen lived a life defined by unconditional love,...
Darren Boyd Nelson
Jul 28, 2025
In Loving Memory of Darren Boyd Nelson
Husband, Father of five, and Friend to Many
Darren’s big heart, charisma, and generous nature will never be forgotten. His sense of humor and spark for life lit up every room. He loved his family deeply and blessed our lives with so many priceless memories. He was always concerned for the little guy and went...
Kevin Doyle Thomas
Jul 28, 2025
Son of Evan M. Thomas and Carma Ray Thomas.
Kevin passed peacefully at his brother Douglas’s home after a brave battle with cancer on July 28, 2025, at approximately 8:21 p.m.
Kevin was a loving father and brother who enjoyed spending time with his family.
He grew up feeling the most comfortable in nature and spent his youth raising chickens, pigeons, rabbits, and...
Patricia Marie Owens
Jul 27, 2025
With hearts full of love and a touch of laughter, we remember Patricia Marie Owens of Ogden, Utah, who passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, at the age of 65.
Patty, as she was lovingly known, was a woman who knew how to spoil the people she loved—especially her beloved son, Timothy Patton. To say he was the apple of...
Linda Jean York Reid
Jul 26, 2025
Linda Jean York Reid, age 82, of Uintah, Utah passed away peacefully July 26, 2025 at her beautiful home surrounded by loved ones. Linda was born December 29, 1942 in Orem, Utah to Zina M. and John W. York. She spent much of her youth in Provo and Orem. At age 12, Linda was baptized and confirmed a member of...
Robert James Perkins
Jul 25, 2025
Robert James Perkins passed away after a brief battle with Leukemia on July 25, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Bob’s friends and family gathered to bid him farewell in the days before his passing.
Bob was born on June 23, 1939, in Orem, Utah, the second son to Arthur and Avery Perkins. Nine years later his family relocated to Sandpoint, Idaho,...
Kevin Lee Taylor
Jul 24, 2025
It is with tears and sorrow that we announce the passing of Kevin Lee Taylor.
Kevin was born in Lapeer, MI on January 7, 1969 to Robert Gerald Taylor Sr and Lorraine Ruth Dykeman. His family moved to Florida when he was young and he grew to adulthood there.
Kevin met Kelly Ann Fleming while they attended Evans High School and they...
Justin Charles Nowels
Jul 24, 2025
Justin Charles Nowels passed away on July 24, 2025, just two days before his 41st birthday, leaving behind a legacy that roars louder than grief.
Born with a rebel’s heart and a soul too expansive for silence, Justin lived life full throttle—fueled by compassion, loyalty, and an undeniable spark. Whether he was revving up a bike, cracking jokes at exactly the...
Cheryl Jeanne Gonzales
Jul 23, 2025
Cheryl Jeanne Gonzales, 72, passed away on July 23, 2025, at McKay-Dee Hospital, surrounded by her loving husband and family.
Born on March 29, 1953, in Van Nuys, California, Cheryl was the beloved daughter of Lawrence B. Swallow and Geraldine M. Swallow. She graduated from Layton High School in 1971 and later attended Painters College of Beauty in Roy, Utah.
Cheryl was...
Christopher Lamar Roddy
Jul 23, 2025
Chris Lamar Roddy, born March 14, 1956, in Springfield, Ohio, to Herman Lamar Roddy and Mary Eileen Copeland Roddy, passed away on July 23, 2025, after a lengthy medical battle. He proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1979 to 1984 before embarking on a successful career at Utility Trailer, from which he later retired.
Chris spent over six...
Brigg Tyson Lichfield
Jul 22, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Brigg Tyson Lichfield on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Brigg was a vibrant soul whose big personality and kind heart left a lasting impression on everyone he met. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, the favorite brother, and a loyal friend.
Brigg dedicated his career to Hensel Phelps Construction,...
Scott Michael Chamberlain
Jul 21, 2025
On July 21st, 2025, we lost Scott Michael Chamberlain far too soon at the age of 41. Known to all as the “Professional Fun Haver”, Scott truly embodied that title in every sense of the word. He was a talented medical scientist, an accomplished race car driver, and a skilled instructor who shared his passion for cars with others. Beyond...

