Patricia A. West
SALT LAKE – Our sweet mother and grandmother, Patricia Adelaide West, returned home to her Heavenly Father July 3, 2007 at the age of 67 after a long illness.
Pat was born in Lompoc, Calif., on Dec. 10, 1939 to Russell and Rosemary Kahler. She married James H. West on April 30, 1956. They raised two children, Jim E. and Loretta.
Pat was a longtime resident of Castle Dale. She loved horses and was a talented artist and a splendid cook.
She operated The Outpost Cafe in Castle Dale.
Pat was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
She is survived by son, Jim (Susie), Spring Creek, Nev.; daughter, Loretta (Jody)Lynch Atlanta, Ga.; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Rusty and Dennis; and sister, Nancy.
Graveside services were July 7 at Redwood Memorial Estates in Salt Lake City.
Chad Bell
CLEVELAND – Chad Marvin Bell, age 26, died July 20, 2007 in Cleveland.
He was born Feb. 3, 1981 in Price to Marvin C. and Ardyth Allred Bell.
Chad was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
He spent his youngest years in Huntington and Cleveland. He later moved to Carbon County and then back to Cleveland to be close to his parents.
He worked in carpentry and construction.
Some of his hobbies included hunting, fishing, trapshooting, bowling, golfing, and riding motorcycles.
He is survived by his son, Hunter Joseph Marvin Bell, and Hunter’s mother, Candace Thompson, Price; parents, Marvin and Ardyth Bell, Cleveland; sisters, Tina (Justin) Bradley, Cleveland; Valery Bell, Helper; brother, Corey (Julie) Bell, Cleveland; nephews, Jaxon Bradley,Tayden Bell; niece, Jayce Bradley; grandparents, George and Ann Bell, Orangeville; Don Allred, Huntington; Vonnie Dea Allred, Vernal; and great-grandmother, Marie Atwood, Elmo.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 25, 11 a.m., at the Cleveland 2nd LDS Ward Chapel, 355 West 100 North. A family gathering will be from 9 to 10:45 a.m. prior to services at the chapel. Internment will be in the Cleveland City Cemetery under the direction of Fausett Mortuary.
Beatriz Cordova
GREEN RIVER – Our loving wife, mother, sister and friend, “Mrs. Bea,” Beatriz Soto Cordova, age 44, passed away July 18, 2007 in Grand Junction, Colo.
She was born Aug. 5, 1962 in Juarez, Mexico, to Donaciano and Guadalupe Rubio Soto. Married James “Jim” Cordova April 23,1988 in Green River.
Beatriz enjoyed reading, dancing and watching her only child, the love of her life, Adriana, succeed in her pursuits in school, sports and life.
Beatriz also enjoyed her work as an Americorps Vista volunteer, working with and improving lives and uniting people, especially the young children at the community center.
Survived by her loving husband, Jim, Green River; daughter, Adriana, Green River; mother, Guadalupe Soto; brothers and sisters, Agustin, Maria, Ramon, Lorena, Eugenio, Manuel and Claudia. Preceded in death by her father, Donaciano Soto.
Funeral Mass, Tuesday, July 24, 11 a.m. Green River High School auditorium. Family will be at the school one hour prior to service. Committal, Elgin Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Mitchell Funeral Home, Price.
Erina Alexander
PRICE – Erina Emily Alexander, age 90, passed away peacefully July 18, 2007.
She was born July 10, 1917 to David and Adel Berthi Alexander in Sunnyside and, soon after this, the family moved to Hiawatha.
In 1979, Erina and her brother, William, moved to their home in Price.
At the time of her passing, she was residing at the Heirloom Inn in Price.
No matter where Erina lived, she was a good neighbor and was loved by all.
She was a loving daughter, special sister, wonderful godmother and a very dear friend.
Erina was a devoted Catholic and she volunteered many services and hours to her church.
In 1999, she was elected as Catholic Woman of the Year for Notre Dame, which was a great honor for her.
Erina was a very special person who sponsored many young people for baptisms and confirmation.
She enjoyed being surrounded by family and friends, and her infectious smile could brighten any room.
As a gifted homemaker and cook, she always shared her meals, talents and stories with others.
She loved animals and had two dear pets, Porkchop and Bootsie.
Erina is survived by a huge family of friends who will never forget her kindness, love and support.
She will always hold a place in our hearts for the special ways she touched our lives.
She was preceded in death by her parents; infant brother; and brothers, Dave and William.
Now eternally united, may you all rest in peace.
Funeral Mass, Monday, July 23, Notre Dame de Lourdes Catholic Church. Vigil service Sunday evening, Mitchell Funeral Home. Committal service, Price City Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Notre Dame Church, Rocky Mountain Hospice, both of Price, or a charity of choice.