Calvin and JoAnn Cox
“Together Forever”
SPRING GLEN – Calvin Keith and JoAnn Peacock Cox passed away Aug. 15, 2003 of injuries sustained in an automobile accident while traveling to the Manti LDS Temple.
Calvin was born March 24, 1934 in Orangeville, to Donald T. and Helen Fox Cox. JoAnn was born Nov. 23, 1934 in Castle Dale, to William Morris and Maree Rasmussen Peacock. They were married May 24, 1951 in Orangeville. Their marriage was solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple on Feb. 25, 1978.
Calvin was a hard worker. His early years were spent working on his father’s sheep herd with his brother, Gary. He worked as a miner in local coal mines and the potash mine in Moab. He worked in construction for 40 years, starting his own general contracting business, C&C Improvement, where he enjoyed working with his sons.
JoAnn was a gifted and accomplished musician, teaching and performing her entire life. She played in dance bands, beginning at the age of 12. She composed many songs, one of the first being the Emery High School song. She was involved in numerous community acts of service including singing in over 2,500 funerals, and playing the accordion and/or piano at senior citizen events and in schools throughout Carbon and Emery counties.
Calvin and JoAnn were active members of the LDS church and served in various callings and leadership positions. They enjoyed activities with family, including fishing and boating with their children and grandchildren. They served in the Manti LDS Temple for 10 wonderful years.
They are survived by children, Paul and Laurie Cox, Moab; Keith and Rachel Cox, Spring Glen; Catherine Cox, Layton; Melody and Kelly Kimber, Riverton; Helen and Michael McCandless, Huntington; 18 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Calvin is survived by sister, Jane and Pete Jensen; brothers, Steven and Rhonda Cox, and Von and Betty Frandsen; and sisters-in-law, Della Cox and Rayola Cox. JoAnn is survived by sister, Evelyn Huntsman; and brother, George and Arlene Peacock. Calvin was preceded in death by parents; stepmother, Jennie Frandsen Cox; brothers, Gary and Garth; sister-in-law, Darla Cox; and infant sister, Renee. JoAnn was preceded in death by parents; stepfather, Guy S. Ware; brother-in-law, Howard Huntsman; and daughter-in-law, Deborah Arehart Cox.
Services will take place Wednesday, Aug. 20, 11 a.m., Helper LDS Stake Center, located at 150 Ridgeway, Helper. Friends may call Tuesday, 6 to 8 p.m. at Fausett Mortuary, 680 E. 100 South, Price, and one hour prior to service at the church. Interment, Orangeville Cemetery.
Gerald Smith
PRICE/OREM – Gerald Leon Smith passed away Saturday, Aug. 16, 2003 at Utah Valley Hospital surrounded by family.
He was born June 4, 1935 in Holladay. A son of Forrest G. and Sarah Jane Griffiths Smith of Price. He married his high school sweetheart, Bonnie Jean Lewis on Oct. 10, 1953 in Price and they have two sons and seven grandsons, Michael Leon (Linda Nelson) Smith and Daniel N. Smith of Sandy, Jeremy L. (Melanie (Schmoyer) Smith of Orem, Stephen M. (Laura Bennett) Smith of Draper, and Elder Matthew L. Smith serving in the Brisbane, Australia Mission, Ted Gerald (Darla Patten) Smith of American Fork, and Jared 13, Joshua 10, and Jacob 8. He really loved and appreciated his grandchildren and was proud of them and their accomplishments.
A 1953 graduate of Carbon High School, he joined the U.S. Navy and retired with 20 years as a Chief Petty Officer. He then began his second career with the government where he opened the Social Security office in Price. He later transferred to the Provo Office where he was an operations supervisor until his retirement on December 31, 1994.
He was a volunteer for the AARP Driver’s Safety Program and served as an assistant state coordinator. He was also serving on the Committee for the Utah Work Incentives for People with Disabilities.
He is survived by wife of Orem; sons and grandchildren; parents; sisters, Colleen (Dwayne) Hatch, American Falls, Idaho; Judi (George) Baker, Orangeville; brothers, Roger (Karen) Smith, Castle Dale and Greg Smith, Craig, Colo. He was preceded in death by brother, Grant (Bena Black) Smith of Price; and sisters, Yvonne Smith and Sharon Taldo.
The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff members of UVRMC for the loving care and support.
Funeral services will take place Wednesday, Aug. 20, 11 a.m., at the Berg Drawing Room Chapel, 185 East Center, Provo. Friends may call at the mortuary Wednesday one hour prior to services. Interment, Utah Veterans Memorial Park, 1711 South Camp Williams Road, six miles south of Riverton, on State Route 68.
Lester Minchey
CLEVELAND- Lester Von Minchey, 76, died peacefully at home Aug. 17, 2003 with his wife by his side after a courageous battle with complications from cancer.
Lester was born June 3, 1927 in Helper, Lester June and Alice La Von Carlow Minchey. He married Shawna La Rue McFarlane Dec. 23, 1960 in Cleveland.
He was baptized a member of the LDS Church three weeks ago and looked forward to the time he could be sealed with his family forever. He loved to travel, and served 11 years in the U.S. Army and for many years on the Cleveland City Council. He was a contractor and owner/operator of Minchey Digging for 30 years. Lester gave many years of selfless service to his community. His greatest love in life was being with his family.
Lester is survived by wife, Shawna, of Cleveland; six children, JoLene (Bruce) Sharp of Hurricane; Bill (Janet) Minchey of Beaver; Rex (Joy) Minchey of Jerome, Idaho; Shellee (Forrest) Luke, Craig, Colo.; Troy (Sandra) Minchey, Minersville; and Tonya (Jeff) Cowley of Cleveland. Also surviving are grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren; sister, Lynn Ann Jones of Alaska; and three brothers, Henry Minchey of St. George; Jack Minchey of Grantsville; and Mark Minchey of Escalante. Preceded in death by parents; brother, Jay and grandson, Joseph Sharp.
Friends may call for a visitation at Fausett Mortuary in Price Thur., Aug 21, from 6:30-8 p.m. Funeral services will be Friday, Aug. 22, 11 a.m., in the Cleveland LDS Ward Chapel with a viewing prior from 9:30-10:45 a.m. Interment, Cleveland City Cemetery.
Angie “Nana” DeAngelis
PRICE – Angelina Spadafora De Angelis, age 88, passed away Aug. 16, 2003 at Castleview Hospital while surrounded by her loving family.
She was born April 1, 1915 in Sunnyside, to Francisco and Mary Gallo Spadafora. Married Frank De Angelis Sept. 25, 1935 in Provo. He died May 15, 1995.
Angie was a member of Notre Dame de Lourdes Catholic Church where she was a member of the Altar Society for many years. She was a lifelong resident of Carbon County and graduate of Carbon High School Class of 1935. Angie was a loving and caring person who was employed with JC Penney for over 40 years.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Vangie, Tiffany and Patricia for their loving care of Angie over the years.
She is survived by nieces, Rusty Jouflas, Maria Matthews, both of Price, Paula Robertson, Spring Glen; sister, Frances (Bruce) Barnhill, Tallahassee, Fla.; four grandchildren, Chris and Toni Matthews, Jaci (Guy) Adams, Michael (Carrie) Robertson, three great-grandchildren, Nickolas and A.J. Adams and Abby Jo Robertson. Preceded in death by parents, husband, and eight brothers and sisters.
Funeral Mass Thursday, Aug. 21, 10 a.m., Notre Dame de Lourdes Catholic Church. Vigil service Wednesday evening, 7 p.m., Mitchell Funeral home. Family will be at Mitchell’s Wednesday and Thursday one hour prior to services. Committal service, Price city cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family suggest contributions to a charity of choice.
Frank “Grizz” Tomsic
HELPER – Beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, Frank Tomsic, age 78, passed away Aug. 14, 2003 at his home.
Born Feb. 4, 1925 in Royal, to Frank and Manda Katalin Tomsic. Married Carmela Peterson Nov. 28, 1965 in Las Vegas, Nev. She died May 22, 1998.
Member of the Catholic Church. Longtime resident of Royal, Castle Gate and Helper. Frank served his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the Pacific Theatre. After returning home, he worked in various coal mines in Carbon County for over 30 yars and was an active member of the United Mine Workers of America. During this time Frank was known as an excellent coal miner, hard worker, never missed work and was very well liked and respected by his co-workers.
Frank loved to spend time in his garden and take his companions (dogs) everywhere he went. He loved spending time with his family and will be dearly missed by his family and a community of friends.
Survived by sister, Mary Corak, Salt Lake City, stepdaughter, two stepsons and their spouses, Gaylene (Eugene) Crocco, Price; Ben L. (Georgene) Peterson, James L. (Paula) Peterson, both of Salt Lake City; nephew, Joseph (Amy) Corak; niece, Marcia Corak; seven grandchildren, Ben, Linda, Gene, Christy, Carrie, James and Michael; eight great-grandchildren, Michael, Anna, Camie, Angelina, Casey, Cade, Josie and Jesse; great nieces, Andrea and Katie Corak. Preceded in death by parents; brother, Tony Tomsic; sister, Margaret Hutchinson; and wife, Carmela.
Funeral Mass was Monday, Aug. 18, 10 a.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church in Helper. Vigil service Sunday evening, 5 p.m., Mitchell Funeral Home, 233 East Main Street in Price. Committal service, Price City Cemetery.
James Boyack
HELPER – James Bruce Boyack, age 61, passed away Aug. 16, 2003 at his home in Helper.
He was born Jan. 6, 1942 to Franklin Pace and Elda Ames Boyack.
Jim attended schools in Carbon County, then enlisted and served honorably in the U.S. Navy on the USS Duncan, USS Kemper County, and the USS Diachenko. After returning home he began his railroad career as a carman with the Denver & Rio Grand Railroad and was a proud member of the Railroad Carmen of USTC459. IN 1984 he retired from the railroad and then devoted his time to his favorite hobby, custom cars. Jim was a proud member of the National Pinstripers of America Association, the Pinheads, and the Taildraggers. He was honored with three master craftsmen awards for his work with custom cars from the CC Riders, San Rafael Swell and Helper City Outlaw Car Clubs. He was co-founder of the Butch Cassidy Car Club and co-organizer of all 15 Helper Outlaw Car Shows in the Helper City Park on Father’s Day weekend. Jim had hundreds of custom vehicles pass through his little garage in Helper and he loved them all. He will be dearly missed by family, friends, neighbors and other hot rod enthusiasts around the country.
Survived by daughters, Erin (Brett) Rowley, Leigh (Richard) Pierce, Summer (Jed) McBride, Patty (Phil) Pappas; son, James Bruce and wife (Kim); and Ike Lee; grandchildren, Rachel, Phil, Jordan, Chris, Austin, Cortland, Kylie, Connor, Danni, Dakota and Faithlynne; sisters, Jackie Stone, Pricilla (John) Westenskow, Joan (Jon) Piercy; brothers, Earl (Francis) Standley, Pace (Jean) Boyack Jr.,, Pat (Mary) Boyack. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Preceded in death by parents; and brothers, Monty and Lester Standley.
Funeral service Friday, Aug. 22, 11 a.m., at Helper LDS Stake Center. Family will be at Mitchell Funeral Home, 233 East Main Street in Price Thursday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. and at the church Friday one hour prior to services. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery, Helper.
Lester Lauritsen
CARBONVILLE/North Salt Lake – Our dear loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather Lester R. Lauritsen passed away peacefully at home after many years of pain and suffering, with his wife and grandson, Giovanni, his best buddy at his side. He died one day and one month before his 75th birthday.
He was born Sept. 8, 1928 in Carbonville, to Edward Christian and Jarama Powell Lauritsen. He married Jean Swasey Lauritsen Dec. 10, 1954 in Las Vegas, Nev. She was his best friend and loving companion for 49 years. She was his caregiver to the very end and enjoyed every minute of it. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple.
He was a graduate form the College of Eastern Utah in Price. He served in the Air force during the Korean War from 1950 to 1954. He was a member of the LDS church, Price Elks Lodge and American Legion. Professionally, Lester was an excellent barber in Price for 20 years. In 1967 he moved his family to North Salt Lake and worked for Roberts an Anderson Construction installing signs and overhead signs on freeways in several states. He was supervisor of maintenance work at the University of Utah and Woods Cross High School. He enjoyed spending time with his family.
He is survived by wife, Jean; son, Alan (Tracy) Lauritsen, Phoeniz, Ariz.; daughters, Alisa (Robert) Aston, Bluffdale; Shaunette (Chuck) Hayes, Bountiful; 12 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren; sister, Deloras (Ted) Bryner; and brother, Larry (Verna) Lauritsen, Price. Preceded in death by parents, brother, sister, brother-in-law and sister-in-law.
Funeral services were Saturday, Aug. 16, 2 p.m. at the Orchard 3rd LDS Ward Chapel, North Salt Lake.
Richard Russell
ELMO – Richard LaMar Russell, age 66, passed away suddenly Aug. 17, 2003 in Provo.
Born Jan. 6, 1937 in Fillmore, to William G. and Maurine Christensen Russell.
Member of the LDS Church. Resident of Elmo since 1978 where he was a former employee of Soldier Creek Coal Company for many years. At the time of his death he was presently employed with Maca Supply in Springville. Richard’s greatest enjoyment was his family, especially his grandchildren.
Survived by loving wife of 40 years, Donna Russell, Elmo; mother, Maurine Russell, Springville; two daughters, Cheryl (Martin) Vuksinick, West Valley; Shelly Prince, Sandy; two brothers, Ellis (Janet) Russell, Riverton; Jay (Nancy) Russell, West Valley; best friend, Merrill (Kathy) Chatwin, Genola; and four loving grandchildren, Marty and Lessa Vuksinick, and Zachery and Brookelyn Prince. Preceded in death by father; sister, Colleen Quintana; and brother, Ivan Russell.
Funeral service Thursday, Aug. 21, 1 p.m., at the Elmo LDS Ward Chapel. Family will be at the church Thursday one hour prior to service. Friends are welcome at Mitchell Funeral Home in Price daily. Interment, Elmo City Cemetery.