Ann Roberts Layton

Ann Roberts Layton, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and dear friend to many, returned home to our Heavenly Father on March 9, 2026 at the age of 90.

Though our hearts are broken at her passing, we find comfort in the eternal truths she lived by and the knowledge that families are eternal.

We can only imagine the sweet “pillow talk” she is again enjoying with our Dad!

Ann was born November 1, 1935 in Ogden, Utah to Weldon and Mary Roberts. She loved to say “She was almost a witch” — missing her favorite holiday, Halloween, by just one day!

From a young age, being raised on the family farm in West Layton, she developed the qualities that would help to guide her life — hard work, determination, faith, compassion, courage and a willingness to look for ways to serve others.

Ann experienced a challenging life as a young woman. Motherhood came at an early age for her. Despite the difficulties she faced — being a mother brought her joy, and it became her first priority in life. At the age of 21, she made the most courageous decision of her life — to leave an unhealthy marriage for the benefit and security of her three young children, knowing her deepest desire was to give them a better future.

In August of 1960 she married Daniel E. Layton. Together they began on a journey that would last over 60 years.

Together they raised their seven children on their family farm on Gentile Street in West Layton. They spent countless hours supporting their children in whatever activities they did. They made learning to work and be responsible a part of daily family life.

On occasion Mom would pack a picnic lunch and go find Dad and the kids working in the onion field, where he would put the tailgate of his truck down and they would eat that picnic together — making precious childhood memories.

Ann and Dan enjoyed the opportunity to travel. Together they saw Europe twice while picking up their children from missions. They had a special group of friends who owned small private planes that they traveled to Mexico in. Ann was always relieved to be back on the ground after those trips. She spent many trips traveling to help with newborn grandchildren out of state. And there were the annual “girls trips” to the beaches of Hawaii and Florida with her five daughters. Those were the best of times!

Ann had a lifelong love of books and rarely passed up the chance to share a good one with someone else. Family members often received a favorite book from her along with a heartfelt recommendation. One of her charming habits was skipping ahead to the final pages of a book she was enjoying- just to see how it ended before settling in to read the whole story.

Though her earthly challenges were many, she pursued an education, developed many talents, and became an amazing seamstress, quilter and cook.

But it was the garden that held her heart. Her yard was truly her happy place. She turned it into a work of art that all of West Layton could enjoy.

Motherhood was her greatest accomplishment and being a grandma and great grandma was the icing on her cake.

Ann was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where she served diligently in many callings throughout her life. Her testimony was deep and enduring, something she relied on her entire life.

She lived every day what she believed. She loved her Heavenly Father and her Savior Jesus Christ. She loved the temple and found great peace and comfort serving there.

She served two years as a guide on Temple Square in Salt Lake City. Her favorite part was demonstrating the acoustics of the Tabernacle by dropping a metal pin after the Battle Hymn of the Republic was played.

Above all else, she was a devoted and dedicated mother to her family. Her children and grandchildren were the joy of her life and the focus of countless prayers offered by a faithful mother’s heart.

She loved deeply, sacrificed quietly and gave of herself endlessly. She was a faithful and devoted friend to all.

To her family she was a wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, example and steady source of strength and faith.

She leaves behind a legacy far greater than words can tell.

Her legacy is found in the love within her family and the many lives she has touched for good.

In the five years since Dan’s passing, she has been loved, supported and cared for by her children Pat and Steve Weber, Jamie and Cecil Gregory, Scott and Peggy Layton, and their beautiful children and grandchildren.

She is also survived by her siblings Dix and Ruth Roberts, Sid and Janette Roberts, Laurie and Paul Linford, and Bruce and LuAnne Roberts, along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel E. Layton.

Ann is also survived by her four younger children.

Though we will miss her deeply, we look to the promise of the resurrection and the words of Russell M. Nelson:

“Because of Jesus Christ, death is not the end. It is simply the next step in our eternal journey.”

Until we meet again, Mom, we will honor you by living by your example, loving others as you loved us, and remembering that our family is eternal.

The family wishes to thank the staff of The Charleston in Cedar Hills, the members of the Heritage Park Branch, and a special thanks to Chelsea and Jenny from Healthwatch Home Hospice. You made all the difference to her. She loved you dearly.

Friends may visit the family Friday evening March 20, 2026 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lindquist’s Layton Mortuary, 1867 N. Fairfield Rd, Layton, Utah.

A private family graveside will be held at a later date.

Interment will be in the Kaysville Cemetery

Together again - “Big Dan and little Ann”