Joriel Jamal Bell-Jones
Jul 27, 2025
In Loving Memory of Baby Joriel Jamal Jones-BellBorn & Passed – July 27, 2025With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of Baby Joriel Jamal Jones-Bell, who was born into the loving arms of his mother, Shaunic Jones, and father, Jamal Bell, on July 27, 2025, and returned to heaven that same day.Though his time on Earth was...
Gaylynn Hamlen
Jul 27, 2025
Gaylynn Hamlen, our beloved mother, grandmother, and wife passed away on July 27, 2025, after a long and valiant battle. She was 73 years young and peacefully resting at home when her soul left her mortal body.
She was born, in Ogden, on September 26, 1951, to Lewis “Doc” and Faye Atkinson Taylor of Farr West, Utah. Gaylynn had two younger...
Francine Wiggins
Jul 26, 2025
Janet Francine Wiggins passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in Ogden, Utah. She was born on August 31, 1933, the daughter of Francis Thomas and Lucy Wilkinson Wiggins. She attended Ogden City Schools and graduated from Ogden High School. Francine graduated with an associate degree from Weber College, and Bachelor of Science and Master of Education degrees from Utah...
Mary B Wheelwright
Jul 25, 2025
"In the hearts of those who loved you, you will always be there."-Orion Carlotto
Our beloved mother, grandmother, wife, and friend Mary B. Wheelwright was called home July 25, 2025. Mary was born March 24,1938, to parents John Francis Smyth and Bertha Mary Spencer in Ogden, Utah.
Mary graduated from Saint Joseph Catholic School, during which she met the love of her...
Melanie R Martinez
Jul 24, 2025
On July 24, 2025, Melanie R. Martinez left this world after fighting with everything she had. Her strength, resilience, and will to live were undeniable. In her final moments, she was surrounded by the love and presence of her family, who held her through until the end.
Melanie R. Martinez was born on January 25 1972, In Ogden, Utah. Melanie was...
Mary Frances "Fran" Nelson
Jul 24, 2025
Mary Frances “Fran” Nelson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother earned her heavenly wings on the afternoon of July 24, 2025, at the age of 91. She peacefully passed in the loving arms of her daughter Kari Rigley, with her beloved husband Richard, her son Jed and daughter-in-law Janice by her side. She will be remembered as one of...
Donald Ray Spendlove
Jul 24, 2025
On July 24, 2025, Donald Ray Spendlove of Layton, Utah was released from his earthly body, with his children at his side. Despite his battle with Alzheimer’s and CIDP over the past 10 years he kept his graciousness, positive outlook, wonderful sense of humor, and friendliness that endeared him to many. Heaven certainly gained a character.
Don entered the world prematurely...
Tiffany Nicole Passey
Jul 23, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to our beautiful and beloved Tiffany Nicole Passey. Born on May 26, 1989, in Ogden, Utah, Tiffany grew up in Layton surrounded by family and friends who cherished her vibrant spirit and boundless sense of adventure.
From a young age, Tiffany was always on the move, climbing trees, bouncing sky-high on the...
Blaine Russell Breese
Jul 22, 2025
Ogden - Blaine Russell Breese, 75, of Ogden, Utah, passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2025 suddenly at McKay Dee Hospital due to heart issues. He was born at the Dee Hospital in Ogden, Utah to Raymond and Marie (Illum) Breese.
Blaine was one of six children born to Raymond and Marie. His siblings are Dean (deceased), Bryon (deceased), Brian (Diane) -...
Louise Forsgren Brown
Jul 22, 2025
Louise was born in Brigham City, Utah on May 28, 1926, to Arvil and Lillie Bywater Forsgren. She is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saints and enjoyed serving in a variety of callings. She attended Liberty Elementary, Lincoln Jr. High and South High in Salt Lake City.
Growing up, she loved sports. Her favorites were tennis, swimming and...
Shirley Howard
Jul 22, 2025
Shirley Howard was born December 12, 1934. She grew up in Twin Falls, ID, where her mother passed when Shirley was 16 years. From there she became Miss Twin Falls, in the Miss Idaho competition. She later met John Howard, a door-to-door pots and pan salesman and they married for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake Temple.
After John...
Champ Melax Martinez
Jul 20, 2025
"A Child of God, forever in our hearts"
With broken hearts and unwavering faith, we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, grandson, and friend, Champ Melax Martinez, who entered eternal rest on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at the age of 13.
Champ was born on March 23, 2012, in Ogden, Utah, and was a true gift from God from the...
Alice Grace Ryan Weil
Jul 20, 2025
A world without Alice... her daughter said it best, “The silence she leaves behind is louder than anything we could ever say.” On Sunday, July 20, 2025, we lost our dearest one, Alice Grace Weil, following complications from Parkinson’s disease with strong and quiet courage. Alice was born on May 24, 1943, in Manhattan, New York City, to Harold Ryan...
Ann Marie Holmes
Jul 20, 2025
Ann Marie Despain Holmes reunited with her eternal sweetheart, son, and daughter on July 20, 2025, at the age of 77. Ann was born to Parley William Despain and Lola Iris Bahr Despain on August 16, 1947, in Ontario, Oregon.
Ann grew up on a dairy farm in the area known as Sand Hollow in Canyon County, Idaho. She reminisced fondly...
Ronald Lee Norris
Jul 19, 2025
Ronald Lee Norris of Renton Washington completed his earthly journey peacefully at home, on July 19 th , 2025, to be reunited with his eternal companion, Jaqueline K Norris. At age 88, Ronald left the world the way he lived it-in peace and calm. He was known for his calm demeanor and his simple views of life. When it was...
Kerri Torres
Jul 19, 2025
Kerri Lynette Ryan Torres, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away the morning of July 19, 2025. She will be remembered for her quick wit, fast temper, strong opinions, and limitless love for her family.
Born in Texarkana, Arkansas, on July 25, 1950, Kerri was the second child of Betty and Arthur Ryan. Being an Army brat, she moved often in...
James (Jim) Wayne Siemens
Jul 19, 2025
James (Jim) Wayne Siemens, born on October 10, 1956, in Tachikawa, Japan, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025, in Ogden, Utah. Jim was the cherished son of Bennie James "BJ" Siemens and Jean Loretta Nelson Siemens, both of whom have preceded him in death. His legacy is enriched by the presence of his beloved siblings, Carla (Allen) Dodge, David...
Merrill H. Roberts
Jul 18, 2025
Merrill H. Roberts, a beloved member of the community, passed away at his home in West Point, July 18, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on December 20, 1931, in Etna, Wyoming, growing up on a dairy farm and across the street from the creamery gave Merril a deep love of the creamery industry. Merrill lived a life marked...
Jean Hull
Jul 17, 2025
On July 17, 2025, Jean Bateman Hull peacefully passed away at the home of her daughter in Mesa, Arizona, at the age of 94 years old.
Jean was born on December 9, 1930, in Murray, Utah, to Edward Allen Bateman and Orrell Emma Greenwood. She is the sixth of eight children. At the age of two, her father became the Superintendent...
Harley Rebecca Jo Davis
Jul 17, 2025
Our precious angel, Harley Rebecca Jo Davis, passed away on July 17, 2025. She was born on June 1, 2024, in Layton, Utah to parents Christian Davis and Mikah Larson. Big sister Shiloh helped welcome Harley to the family and always gave Mom and Dad a helping hand taking care of her.
Harley was deeply adored by her big sister. Shiloh...