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Ralph James Summers1932 ~ 2026Ralph James Summers passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026 with his family by his side. ...
05/09/2026

Ralph James Summers
1932 ~ 2026

Ralph James Summers passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026 with his family by his side. He was just 9 days shy of his 94th birthday.

Ralph was born on April 29, 1932 in Ashley Pennsylvania. He spoke fondly of his childhood in Ashley often sharing stories of his sweet mom, Mary, his hard working father, Michael, his sister Bette, his playful dog, Pal and his beloved rooster, Butch.

He attended Ashley High School where he served as an officer in the student council, played saxophone in the marching band and took the state championship as a point guard on the Ashley High School basketball team in 1949. The team members were each awarded a gold watch with their name and victory date engraved on it. Ralph proudly wore that watch well into his 70’s.

Ralph worked hard to put himself through college, attending Penn State and graduating with a degree in Electrical Engineering. He remained a faithful supporter and fan of the Penn State football team and Girls Volleyball team until his final days.

He served in the Navy after college and was stationed near Waikiki Beach, Oahu Hawaii. It was there that he met Val Jensen on a blind date. Ralph often reminisced that the first thing he noticed about Val was her sparkly smile and beautiful face to which Val would share that the first thing she noticed about Ralph was his big feet. The two hit it off, fell in love and were married in 1957.

Ralph was employed by Sylvania Electric Products Inc (later known as GTE Sylvania), and his first years with the company proved to be exciting ones as frequent transfers took he and Val to San Diego, Massachusetts, New York, Texas and Maryland. During these years, they brought 4 children into the world, Gary, Kim, Shari and Scott.

Working his way up to Vice President of Security Systems with Sylvania, the family’s final move took them to Cupertino California where they settled in for the next 30 years. As a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Ralph instilled the importance of attending church meetings and activities with his family. He was a very fair and open minded member as he stressed to his children that one of God’s greatest gifts to them was their free agency. He was greatly loved by the youth in their Cupertino Ward as he served as the Youth Activity director and Freshman Seminary teacher. He was known as the “fun Dad’ and always had a wonderful sense of humor and playful spirit.

Ralph was a dedicated and hard working father. He put all 4 of his kids through college and sent both of his son’s on 2 year missions. He was indeed a “fun Dad,’ spending all of his precious vacation time on family camping trips, travels to visit cousins on water skiing trips, backpacking trips on the John Muir Trail, lengthy family bicycle tours and creating countless treasured fun and creative family traditions.

Upon the birth of his first grand daughter, Kati, Ralph became a full fledged “softie.” A loving, energetic and generous Grandpa immediately emerged as he welcomed a total of 12 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren into his life.

Upon retirement, Ralph and Val purchased a beautiful piece of land in Alpine, Utah, nestled against the Wasatch Mountains. Together, with a local architect, they designed their dream home and lived there from 2000-2026.

Ralph is survived by his loving wife, Val; his eldest son Gary; his daughter Kim (husband Everett) and grandchildren Rachel (great grand daughter Roman), Russell (Jean), Sarah, Shannon (Daniel); his daughter Shari and grandchildren Kati (husband Mark and great grandchildren James, Maddie, Josh and Jacob Ralph), Jake, Michael (Shelby); his son, Scott (wife Tanya) and grandchildren Stephen (wife Jessie and great grandchildren Anna and Lily), Eric (wife Kayla and great grandchildren Roman and Calahan), Emily, Jeremy and Jason; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Ralph truly lived a full and meaningful life. As a husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, Ralph taught the principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ with few words. Rather, he taught with consistent examples throughout his life. This legacy of teaching by example will be remembered by all who knew him.

Per Ralph’s directive, there will be no public services held.

Family will gather to share memories, love and laughter.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.warenski.com

Alexis Ann VanDerHoeven1982 ~ 2026Alexis Ann Vanderhoeven passed away on May 4, 2026, at her home in Orem, Utah of heart...
05/06/2026

Alexis Ann VanDerHoeven
1982 ~ 2026

Alexis Ann Vanderhoeven passed away on May 4, 2026, at her home in Orem, Utah of heart failure. Born on March 9, 1982, in Portsmouth, Virginia, to Ludy Vanderhoeven and Janis Strong, Alexis lived a life defined by her soft heart and adventurous spirit.

From her early years, Alexis was a whirlwind of activity, participating in Girl Scouts, dance, cheerleading, piano, and soccer. She was a dedicated student, maintaining the honor roll throughout junior high and later earning her G.E.D. from South Park Academy. Her innate desire to care for others led her to pursue her CNA and worked alongside her mother at a retirement center.

She grew up with bunnies, hamsters, birds, dogs and lizards but her true love was cats despite being allergic to them. As a young adult she frequently went camping with friends and enjoyed hiking. She hiked Mount Timpanogos several times. In 2002, she married her high school sweetheart, Bruce Jeppson; though they later went their separate ways, the memories of their youth remained a chapter of her journey.

Alexis will be remembered most as a woman free of judgment. She was the easiest person to talk to because she spoke—and listened—straight from her heart. She was a devoted daughter, sister, and a beloved aunt who cherished her family deeply.

She is survived by her mother and stepfather, Janis and David Strong; her father and stepmother, Ludy and Charlene Vanderhoeven; her brother Benjamin (Lesta); sister Whitney; sister-in-law Machelle; niece Stella; nephews Otto and Graham; and grandfather Ludy. She also leaves behind many beloved step-siblings, nieces, and nephews. Alexis was preceded in death by her brother Nathaniel; grandparents Robert and Patricia Patterson and Toontje Vanderhoeven; uncle David Vanderhoeven; stepbrother Mathew Strong; and cousins Jared Lesser, Joshua Sulik, and Aspen Patterson.

A funeral service will be held for Alexis on Friday, May 8th, 2026 at 1:00 pm at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Chapel, located at 155 West 1600 South, Orem, Utah 84058. There will be a viewing from 12:00 pm to 12:45 pm prior to the service.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.warenski.com

Deloris Daisy Hutcheon Eldredge1933 ~ 2026Deloris Daisy Hutcheon Eldredge (92) passed away peacefully in her sleep on Ma...
05/06/2026

Deloris Daisy Hutcheon Eldredge
1933 ~ 2026

Deloris Daisy Hutcheon Eldredge (92) passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 4, 2026 with her family members by her side.

Deloris was born December 9, 1933 to Alexander Monroe Hutcheon and Erma Bracken Pace Hutcheon in Neola, Utah. She graduated from Union High School in Roosevelt, Utah in 1952 and attended LDS Business College in Salt Lake City, Utah. She married Glen H. Eldredge on July 21, 1953 in Logan, Utah.

Deloris was a devoted mother, spending most of her life raising her children. After her children were grown, she served for a number of years as secretary at the Diablo Valley College Institute in Pleasant Hill, California. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Deloris loved to cook and often experimented with new dishes. She had a remarkable collection of cookbooks and notebooks of her favorite recipes. She edited and published a Hutcheon family cookbook that collected and shared recipes from extended family members.

Deloris enjoyed crafting and sewing, often making items for her loved ones. She loved beautiful things and collected a number of commemorative plates. She worked tirelessly to beautify her home and surroundings.

She enjoyed birdwatching, and had numerous bird feeders around her home. She loved to sing and sang in church choirs for many years. She was also passionately fond of chocolate in all its forms. Deloris was active in the Daughters of Utah Pioneers for many years and served as an officer in local DUP units.

Deloris was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Glen, her sister Lucile Howell, and her step-sister Ula Vaun Kirkman. She is survived by her brother, Clayton Hutcheon; her children, Brad (Elaine), Bryan (Lisa), Ruth (Steven), James (Annie), Brent (Sharilyn), and Paul (Helen); as well as 15 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose love and influence will be greatly missed. She will be lovingly remembered by all who knew her.

A viewing for family and friends will be held on May 14, 2026 at the Warenski Funeral Home, 1776 North 900 East, American Fork, Utah, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. A graveside service will be held at the Eastlawn Memorial Hills Cemetery, 4800 Timpview Drive, Provo, Utah at 11:00 am, May 15, 2026.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.warenski.com

Linda Lou Remund Quittner1939 ~ 2026On the evening of April 15, 2026, Linda Remund Quittner passed away peacefully at th...
05/05/2026

Linda Lou Remund Quittner
1939 ~ 2026

On the evening of April 15, 2026, Linda Remund Quittner passed away peacefully at the age of 87, surrounded by her children, who shared memories of a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion. In her final moments, she was celebrated as a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose presence shaped generations.

Linda was born on March 13, 1939, in Sacramento, California, and was raised in San Luis Obispo, where her mother was a teacher and her father taught at Cal Poly University. Those early years helped shape her love of learning, family, and community—values she carried throughout her life. In 1961 She Graduated Cal Poly with a degree in Elementary Education.

She married C. James Quittner on June 20, 1961, beginning a life centered on family and shared purpose. They lived in Utah, and Laramie, Wyoming before settling in San Jose, California. After the passing of her husband 41 years ago, Linda showed extraordinary strength and devotion as she raised their six children on her own, becoming both a steady provider and a constant source of love and guidance.

Over the past two years, Linda faced significant health challenges, including stage IV malignant melanoma, multiple heart attacks, and severe fibrotic lung disease. Through it all, she demonstrated remarkable resilience, courage, and grace.

By profession, Linda was a middle school teacher, but her influence as a teacher extended far beyond the classroom. She was a lifelong example of patience, curiosity, and determination, continually teaching through her words and her actions. She retired from teaching and moved to Utah in1998. She was a lifelong member of the “Daughters of the Utah Pioneers” and had a love of history and family legacy.

Linda was a wonderful example of love and motherhood. She always took the time to care about each one of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren individually. Her family was her greatest joy and her proudest accomplishment.

To her grandchildren, she was “the fun grandma”—always up for anything. Whether hiking, playing in the ocean, riding quads, visiting Disneyland, or trying new restaurants, she embraced life with enthusiasm and created joyful, lasting memories.

Linda held firmly to her faith and her beliefs, which guided her throughout her life. She viewed her passing not with fear, but as a joyful reunion with loved ones who had gone before her. Even in her final days, she remained true to herself—strong-willed, faithful, and determined to do things her way.

Linda is survived by her brother, Charles (Judy) Remund, Margene Remund, and Jane Davis; her sisters-in-law, Georgann Remund and Margene Remund; and her six children: James (Merry) Quittner, Carrie (Robert) Hannibal, Dane (Barbara) Quittner, David (Mandy) Quittner, Cathy (Paul) Wright, and Peter (Gayla) Quittner. She also leaves behind 21 beloved grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren who will continue her legacy of love.

Her legacy is one of love, strength, faith, and family. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew her.

Celebration of Life Services
A celebration of Linda’s life will be held on Tuesday, June 2nd in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Chapel located at, 4355 West Cedar Hills Drive, Cedar Hills, Utah 84062.
• Viewing: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
• Celebration of Life Service: 11:00 a.m.
• Family Luncheon: 12:30 p.m.

Burial Services
Burial will take place on Friday, June 5th at 1:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) at Los Osos Valley Memorial Park in California.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.warenski.com

Grant Curtis Kellogg1998 ~ 2026Grant Curtis Kellogg, 27, passed away suddenly on April 26, 2026, at his home in Orem, UT...
05/05/2026

Grant Curtis Kellogg
1998 ~ 2026

Grant Curtis Kellogg, 27, passed away suddenly on April 26, 2026, at his home in Orem, UT. Grant was born on July 6, 1998, to Brad Curtis and Cherilyn Kellogg.

After his father's passing at the tender age of 6, Grant's mother and his three brothers moved to Utah, where Grant gained a beloved step-father (Christopher Worsley) and four beautiful step-sisters.

Grant loved being outdoors. From a very young age, he enjoyed his yearly trips to his grandparents' beach house in Cayucos, CA, with his mom's side of the family, and camping at Shaver Lake, CA, with his dad's side of the family.

During his youth, Grant became a member of the Boy Scouts of America and earned his Eagle Scout Award. He graduated from Lone Peak High School in 2017. During high school, Grant discovered a knack for working on cars after he and his brother, Jake, each bought a Nissan Z32 and began restoring them together. Grant spent many hours working on cars alongside Jake, strengthening his mechanical skills. This led to their current employment, where they maintain a fleet of vehicles for an audiovisual company.

Grant had a kind, gentle heart and always served others. He was adored by his large extended family and many friends. Grant will be dearly missed!

Grant is survived by his mother, Cherilyn Worsley; stepfather, Christopher Worsley; brothers Bradley Kellogg (Alison), Jacob Kellogg (Bri), and Tyler Kellogg; step-sisters Janelle Lucero (Ryan), Ryann Hammack (John), and Rylie Worsley (Casey); grandmothers Cheryl Gabbitas and Mary Gail Worsley; grandfather James Kellogg (Carolee); and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and several nieces and nephews.

Grant was preceded in death by his father, Brad Kellogg, and his step-sister, Jessica Worsley.

A funeral service will be held for Grant on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, at 11:00 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Chapel, located at 1125 East Alpine Boulevard Alpine, Utah 84004. There will be a viewing from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM prior to the funeral.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.warenski.com

Carole Christensen Mathews1936 ~ 2026Carole Christensen Mathews, 89, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 1, 2026,...
05/05/2026

Carole Christensen Mathews
1936 ~ 2026

Carole Christensen Mathews, 89, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 1, 2026, in Cedar Hills, Utah.

Carole was born on October 20, 1936, in Durango, Colorado, to Vaugh L. Christensen and Irene Cardon. She spent her first eleven years on a small farm in southern Colorado where she was baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Doctor Morrison Ditch that ran behind her family’s home. She later lived with her eight brothers and sisters on another beautiful farm in a yellow house next to the Animas River, in Farmington, New Mexico. She often spoke fondly of an idyllic family life filled with hayrides, ukulele playing, and cookouts and campouts on the bluffs above their farm.

Carole attended Brigham Young University before marrying her childhood friend and sweetheart, Irvin Robertson Mathews, following his missionary service in the Mesa Arizona Temple on October 29, 1958. Together they built a life centered on faith and family, raising their children in Gunnison, Utah, where Carole lived most of her life. In her later years, she resided in Payson, Utah where her husband preceded her in death in 2017. She then lived her remaining time in Cedar Hills, Utah, near her children and grandchildren.

She was a devoted and loving mother to her children: Kathleen (Lynn), Michael, Nathan (Peggy), Kristeen, Jennifer (Jathon), and David (Korina). She loved her children and her growing posterity immensely, which included 16 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren. She often reminded her family that they were her greatest joy and that she prayed for each by name every day.

Carole had a deep love for gardening and found beauty and meaning in the world around her. She had a special love for red cardinal birds, which she saw as tender reminders of heaven and of the enduring presence of loved ones. Cardinals filled her home—in decorations, keepsakes, and quiet symbols of faith. She was known for finding spiritual meaning in everyday moments, always connecting them back to her Savior, Jesus Christ, and to her family. She will be remembered as a loving, angelic mother and for her steady reassurance: “It will all work out.”

Funeral services will be held Friday, May 8th, at 10:00 a.m., in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Chapel located at, 9737 Chesterfield Drive, Cedar Hills, Utah, 84062. Interment will take place at 2:00 p.m. at Gunnison Valley Cemetery in Gunnison, Utah.

In moments when a red cardinal appears, may it serve as a gentle reminder of Carole’s love, her faith, and the eternal connections she cherished so deeply.

Flowers may be sent to Warenski Funeral Home, 1776 North 900 East, American Fork, Utah 84003.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.warenski.com

Rosalind Ruth Nebeker Hoggan1940 ~ 2026Rosalind Ruth Nebeker Hoggan was born in Berkeley, CA on July 21, 1940, the oldes...
04/27/2026

Rosalind Ruth Nebeker Hoggan
1940 ~ 2026

Rosalind Ruth Nebeker Hoggan was born in Berkeley, CA on July 21, 1940, the oldest child of Hazelton Raleigh Nebeker Jr and Ruth Self. She spent her early childhood years in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her family later moved to Tucson Arizona where she attended high school. Following graduation, she attended Brigham Young University where she obtained a bachelor’s degree in business education.

While at BYU Rosalind met her husband James Robert Hoggan. They were married on June 2, 1962 in the Los Angeles California Temple. After his graduation Jim took a job with General Electric. GE’s training program took Jim and Rosalind to Cincinnati OH where their oldest son David was born as well as Glens Falls NY where their daughter Alicia was born. Upon completing his training program, Jim settled into a job with General Electric in San Jose CA where Jim and Rosalind’s remaining four children, Brent, Craig, Erik and Gary, were born.

In 1980 Jim and Rosalind moved their family to Colorado Springs, CO where Jim had found new employment. They missed the many friends they had left behind in San Jose, but they loved living on the front range of the Rocky Mountains and Rosalind quickly made many new friends in Colorado. Making friends was a particular talent of Rosalind’s. She loved people and had the ability to easily get to know others.

Rosalind enjoyed being a wife, mother and homemaker. She was also a devoted daughter-in-law, sharing her home with Jim’s father for over 30 years and caring for him in the later years of his life. Rosalind loved learning and encouraged all of her children to put a high value on education.

Rosalind was a committed member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints throughout her life and served in many capacities in her church. Rosalind had a gift for serving others and spent many hours caring for those in need. She served as the Relief Society president nearly everywhere she lived and was excellent at ministering to the women around her.

Shortly before his retirement, Jim and Rosalind moved to Sandy, UT, which was a blessing as she was able to be close to and help care for her parents during their later years. Jim and Rosalind’s retirement years continued to be filled with service to others. Rosalind became very skilled at family history research and she and Jim served for several years as missionaries at the Salt Lake City Family History Library. They also served a two-year fulltime mission in Nova Scotia, Canada for their church. Following their time in Canada, they served as missionaries to the Tongan people in Salt Lake City as well as the people in their home stake in Sandy.

Rosalind passed away on April 22, 2026 after suffering the effects of dementia for the last several years of her life. Rosalind is preceded in death by her husband Jim, her brother Gary, as well as her oldest son David. She leaves behind her sister Kathleen (Art) Evans, sister-in-law Sue, daughter Alicia (Glen) Hilton, and sons Brent (Georgina), Craig (Katherine), Erik, and Gary (Erin) as well as 21 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00 am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints chapel located at 10494 North 4720 West, Highland, Utah. A viewing will be held from 9:00 to 10:00 am prior to the service.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.warenski.com

Leonard Sharlowe Marshall1934 ~ 2026Len was born on July1, 1934 in Oakland, California and passed away at home in Lehi, ...
04/27/2026

Leonard Sharlowe Marshall
1934 ~ 2026

Len was born on July1, 1934 in Oakland, California and passed away at home in Lehi, Utah on April, 23, 2026 at the age of 91. He was the only child of Edward L. Marshall and Muriel C. Sharlow Marshall. He was a professional educator for 38 years and served in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Airforce Reserves for 23 years. Len married the love of his life, Charlotte, on February 1, 1958 in Los Angeles, California. Their nuptials were later sealed in the Oakland Temple on February 14,
1970 for all time and eternity. Len was a devout member of The Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Len is survived by his wife Charlotte and their two children: Steven Leonard Marshall (Mary Ellen) and Sandra Lynn Marshall Katzenbach. Len was the grandfather of 9 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Len loved this country and its flag. He appreciated life on earth and was grateful to have had the wonderful opportunity that life had to offer.

Funeral services will be held on May 1, 2026, 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 127 East 3200 North, Lehi, Utah. A graveside service will take place following the funeral at the Lehi City Cemetery located at 1525 North 600 East, Lehi, Utah. If interested in streaming the funeral services, please contact a family member at 275Mars@gmail.com for the link. And a final note from Len: “Please no flowers or plants - just have a nice day!”

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.warenski.com

Lowell Gilbert Miller1927 ~ 2026Lowell Gilbert Miller, cherished father, grandfather and husband, passed away April 13, ...
04/17/2026

Lowell Gilbert Miller
1927 ~ 2026

Lowell Gilbert Miller, cherished father, grandfather and husband, passed away April 13, 2026. Lowell was born December 29, 1927 to Harold George Miller and Dorothy Linsley Miller in Salt Lake City, UT. He was the second of three sons.

Lowell attended Hawthorne grade school in Salt Lake. His mom would send him off to school and occasionally, would later hear him hammering in the backyard. He was interested in building, not school. He ended up flunking first grade. Since he was behind in school he studied 4th grade class work in the summer and was able to skip 4th grade.

In 1936 they moved to a 40 acre farm in Southeastern Idaho. Lowell’s job was to cut kindling for the wood stove. Later, his dad got into the dairy business. He and his 2 brothers had to get up early to milk the cows, feed the cattle and chickens. These chores had to be done before walking to school each day.

He attended Ucon High School for 2 years, then later transferred to Idaho Falls High School because they had more math, physics, agricultural, and machine shop classes. During high school he was in the Future Farmers of America and purchased a registered Duroc piglet. When he graduated from high school they hauled all 34 pigs to the market.

Lowell heard about an electronics school in the Navy. He took an exam and passed. He served 2 years in the Navy to get that schooling. He attended boot camp and his first electronic school at Green Bay Naval Station in Wisconsin. Then he was sent to Treasure Island in the San Francisco Bay for another electronics school. He then shipped out to Pearl Harbor Submarine Base.

His favorite time at the base was keeping the amateur radio station working. One of his jobs was to refurbish submarine batteries. He would drain the acid, remove the core, clean the cases and replace the cores. Filling the batteries with acid was tricky. It had a habit of sloshing around. Every night they would send their clothes to the laundry but only get half of them back.

After he was discharged from the Navy he went home to run the farm while his dad took his mom to Salt Lake City for surgery on her jaw to remove a tumor. While home he looked up his buddy from high school, Kenny Wagoner. Kenny wanted to see his girlfriend, so they sat out on the grass visiting when her roommate came out. It was Lavina. He was introduced to her then she left to meet with her aunt.

He left for LA City College that fall. When he came home for Christmas, he invited Lavina to his birthday party. He went back to college and they wrote letters back and forth. When he came back they starting dating.

He transferred to Idaho State University (ISU) in Pocatello, Idaho so he could see Lavina on the weekends. He proposed to Lavina on the cable walk which spans the water from the Snake River entering the Idaho Falls Power Plant. She said yes!

They were married April 1, 1950, while on Spring Break. He arrived a bit late due to car troubles. It was a good decision, the marriage lasted almost 76 years. He worked as a machinist at the Pocatello Naval Ordinance Plant on the night shift while attending college during the day.

After two years at ISU, he transferred to the University of Utah (U of U) to study Nuclear Physics. He graduated with his Masters Degree in Nuclear Physics. He went on to more graduate work, but because of major professor changes, they raised the requirements and flunked all nine students on their Doctorate exam. He had a good job with Idaho National Laboratory (INL) and his family needed him. Every year after that he took advanced math and physic classes to stay up to date.

They built a 2 bedroom house across from his parents. They started digging the basement in the winter when the frost was already inches deep. They later moved this house into Idaho Falls and sold it to help pay for his education at the U of U.

They purchased an acre of his dad’s farm and started building their permanent home. Since there was no natural gas in the area, they installed a coal/wood boiler and piped the water around to all the rooms to heat the house. After about 10 years of wood gathering, natural gas was available and they quickly switched over to gas.

They bought a new camper that was damaged in an accident. He and Lavina repaired the damage. Their 5 kids would sleep on the overhead bed and they slept where the kitchen table was. They had many fine camp-outs with this camper.

They bought property in Island Park next to the National Forest. On weekends the family could camp in the camper and built an open shed to cover their camper. They built a cabin that was octagonal shaped. They enjoyed many weekends over the years at the cabin. Fishing and two reservoirs for boating were close by.

Lowell worked at INL until retiring in 1992. Various projects he worked on include a neutron spectrometer to measure the affects of neutrons of various energies on materials, designed and built a neutron beam for taking picture like x-rays, managed a geothermal project in Raft River, Idaho, helped developed a treatment for brain tumors in dogs to ultimately be used in humans, and development of the fusion power plant blanket. He was invited to make a presentation to the Russian Academy of Science in Leningrad and Moscow, Russia.

Lowell and Lavina started square dancing after Kevin was born, dancing 4-5 nights a week. After retirement, Lowell and Lavina wintered in Apache Junction, AZ and spent time square dancing round the world with friends. They moved to American Fork, Utah in 2004 to be closer to family.

He is survived by his 5 children: Dianne (Robert) Ashley, Evelyn (Bill) Peeler, David (Kathy) Miller, Christine Hiarring, and Kevin (Iras) Miller, 15 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his dear wife of 75 years Lavina Hill Miller; his parents; brothers George Miller and Richard Miller; granddaughter, Amber Dawn Clark; great-granddaughter, Tara Lyn Voorheis; and son-in-law, Doug Hiarring.

The family would like to express our deep, ongoing appreciation for the caretakers from Aspen Senior Care and United Energy Workers for the love and devotion to our parents.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 am in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Chapel located at, 1100 East 400 North, American Fork, Utah. A viewing will be held from 9:30-10:30 am prior to the funeral service.
Interment will be at the Highland City Cemetery.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.warenski.com

Jacob Aaron Mailo1981 ~ 2026Jacob Aaron Mailo, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away surrounded ...
04/17/2026

Jacob Aaron Mailo
1981 ~ 2026

Jacob Aaron Mailo, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away surrounded by love. He was born on August 10, 1981, and lived a life centered on family, love, and dedication.

Jacob was a devoted husband to his loving wife, Lisa Mailo. Together, they shared a bond captured in their cherished adage: “2 lovers 2gether 4 ever!”—a reflection of a love that will endure beyond this life. Their love was not just spoken, but lived daily—in the quiet moments, in laughter, in challenges, and in unwavering support for one another. Through every season of life, they stood side by side, building a life filled with memories, strength, and deep devotion. Lisa was his heart, and Jacob was her home—a love story that will continue eternally.

He was a proud and loving father to Havea, Jacquelynn, Jeannot, Kealoha, Sariana, Jacob Jr., and Lehi. His joy only grew as he became a grandfather to Tetuanui, Betty, and Aoto’a, each of whom held a special place in his heart.

Jacob had a deep passion for cars and sound systems, with a remarkable eye for detail. He found joy in building, creating, and perfecting—always striving for excellence in the things he loved. Yet above all, his greatest pride and happiness came from his family. He was their strength, their protector, and their biggest supporter.

Jacob will be remembered for his loving heart, his quiet strength, and the way he brought people together. His presence filled every room with warmth, and his legacy will live on through the lives he touched. We find comfort in the words of scripture:
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” — 2 Timothy 4:7

Though our hearts are heavy, we hold on to the promise that families are eternal and love never ends. Jacob will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Funeral Services for Jacob will be held on April 24, 2026 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Chapel located at 2977 East Saddle Rock Road, Eagle Mountain, Utah 84005.

A viewing and breakfast will take place on Friday morning from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. followed by Bishop’s service from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Interment will follow at Pony Express Memorial Cemetery,
4648 North Eagle Mountain Boulevard, Eagle Mountain, Utah 84005.

Lunch will be served after the burial at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints chapel located at 2977 East Saddle Rock Road, Eagle Mountain Utah 84005

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.warenski.com

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