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A Family Tradition of Compassion, Support & Love Walker Sanderson Funeral Home & Crematory has a rich history in the funeral home industry.

The funeral home is a leader in the business in Utah County because of their commitment to the people they serve. They have been in the business for 60 years now and take pride in the programs they arrange, and are confident that their quality will stay top-notch for generations to come. Their goal is to take care of the physical remains of the deceased and the emotional care of their friends and family. You can be sure you will gain closure and a sense of peace after attending a funeral or memorial service by Walker Sanderson Funeral Home & Crematory. Walker Sanderson Funeral Home & Crematory is a full-service funeral home. It is common to put on a funeral service that includes a viewing where the deceased is presented in an open casket so that people can say their final goodbyes. Then, the funeral follows, where the casket is also present. Then graveside ceremonies are held with an affordable burial service. This multiple-event funeral service is common but not required. Instead, choose whichever parts that you deem necessary for your loved one. Cremation services can also be simple by choosing direct cremation without a service. Or you can meet with your loved ones after cremation by selecting cremation with memorial service. Alternatively, life celebrations are casual and fun, focusing on the good memories and talents of the deceased. A life celebration can be held outside with music, dancing, and open-mic memory sharing. You can work with the funeral planning team to make the service memorable and comforting with every format. Walker Sanderson Funeral Home & Crematory is happy to serve those in Orem, Provo, Vineyard, Pleasant Grove, Lindon, and Springville. Veteran services and military honors are available to all those who qualify. The funeral planning team will work out the paperwork to receive the benefits. Grief resources can also be of comfort for those suffering through a sudden or difficult loss. Whether you just learned of a death in the family or you would like to start on pre-planning funeral services, contact Walker Sanderson Funeral Home & Crematory. The funeral home is conveniently located at 646 E 800 N Orem, UT 84097. Call today to get started: (801) 226-3500.

03/25/2026

Cory Teuscher

Cory Teuscher, a man whose life was marked by fierce dedication both in his personal realm and in the hallowed halls of academia, passed away on March 23, 2026, in Vineyard, Utah. Born July 24, 1954, in the quiet expanses of Soda Springs, Idaho, Cory made an indelible mark as a professor of medicine emeritus at the University of Vermont’s Division of Immunology. His journey, fueled by a doctorate from the University of New Mexico, was one defined by intellectual rigor, unyielding passion, and a relentless pursuit of truth in the intricate fields of Immunology and Genetics.

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His professional legacy is not confined to the accolades of international recognition but flourishes through the many graduate students and postdoctoral fellows he mentored—young minds who went on to carve out highly successful careers in research. This mentoring underscored his commitment to progress in medical science, a contribution that elevates his memory beyond measure.

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Behind this formidable academic presence was a man of profound complexity and depth. Known by those close to him for his quiet generosity and unbounded capacity for forgiveness, Cory’s personality was an amalgam of passionate beliefs tempered with an irreverent sense of humor and curmudgeonly candor. As a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, his faith remained a steadfast bedrock throughout his life’s trials and triumphs.

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Away from the microscope and lecture hall, Cory’s interests painted a vibrant portrait: a lover of New York City’s pulse; an aficionado of engaging debates; an enthusiast of movies, ballet, and the unexpected delight of fine chocolate. His adventurous spirit found joy mountain biking through rugged terrains and in the loyal companionship of his dogs, Khan and Petey. These passions mirrored a man deeply engaged with the world, celebrating both its intellectual riches and simple pleasures.

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His proudest accomplishments were etched not only in his academic and professional endeavors but most profoundly in his role as a loving and dedicated husband to his wife Julie Harding Teuscher, with whom he shared 50 years of life’s journey. Together, they nurtured a family he cherished deeply—four children and seven grandchildren who were the center of his universe.

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Cory was preceded in death by his parents, Russell Henry Teuscher and Myrna Louise Call Teuscher, whose memories he carried forward. Left to honor his legacy are his beloved wife Julie and their children, who, along with colleagues, students, and friends, are invited to the visitation and memorial service on March 30, 2026, at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home & Crematory in Orem, Utah. Visitation begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by the memorial at 10:00 a.m.

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This is a moment to acknowledge a man whose life was a testament to dedication—in scholarship, in family, and in the enduring values that defined him. Cory Teuscher’s story closes on this earth but resonates profoundly, a compelling chapter in the ongoing narrative of human endeavor and compassion.

(Law and Order SVU outro) "His favorite TV show"

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03/24/2026

Eddie Elroy Alex

Eddie Elroy Alex, 68, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, adventure, and quiet strength. He was born on August 16, 1957, in Provo, Utah, to Mack Elroy Alex and Vera Marie Alex.

Eddie grew up in Provo and graduated from Provo High School. He continued his education at Utah Valley State College, where he studied accounting and electrical work—skills that reflected both his analytical mind and his hands-on nature.

Eddie had a deep love for the outdoors and found joy in some of life’s simplest and most meaningful moments. He especially enjoyed jeeping in Moab, camping under the open sky, and spending time fishing—places where he felt most at peace and connected.

He is survived by his former wife, Michelle Alex; his son, Jason Alex; and his daughter, Shantelle Thompson. He was a proud grandfather to Ellie Alex, Bailee Thompson, Mylee Thompson, and Cooper Thompson, who brought him immense happiness and joy.

Eddie was preceded in death by his parents, Mack Elroy Alex and Vera Marie Alex, and his brother, John Alex.

An open house celebrating Eddie’s life will be held on April 25, 2026 from 3 - 5pm, at 7250 North Porters Crossing Parkway, Eagle Mountain, Utah 84005. Family and friends are invited to gather, share memories, eat desert, and honor his life. Casual dress is encourage.

He will be remembered for his love of family, his appreciation for the outdoors, and the steady presence he brought to those who knew him. His memory will live on in the lives he touched, and the moments shared with those he loved.

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03/23/2026

Patricia Bennett

Patricia (Dyer) Bennett, wife of Richard E. Bennett, passed away in her 80th year in Orem, Utah on Saturday morning 21 March, the first day of Spring. She had been declining from non-alcoholic cirrhosis of the liver for the past several years. Her family extends their heartfelt thanks to the doctors and nursing staffs at both the Timpanogos (Orem) hospital and the Stonehenge of Orem Rehab Center for their kind, professional, and genuine loving care during her final weeks.

Born 23 September 1945 in American Fork, Utah, Pat was the oldest of eight children of the late Robert M. Dyer and Mildred Louise Richards – Patricia, Deanna (Hartvigsen), Judith (Barker), Louise (Elliott), Susan (Petersen), Colinda (Elieson), Robert M. Dyer, Jr., and Richard Collins Dyer. She grew up in a safe and loving home environment in Holladay, Utah before attending Olympus High School in Salt Lake City. In 1968 she graduated from the University of Utah with bachelor’s degrees in Home Economics and Child Development. On 11 September 1970 she married Richard E. Bennett in the Salt Lake Temple. In the course of time “Dick and Pat” were blessed with five children – Catherine (Jon Chisholm), Richard (Kimberly Adamson), Rebecca, Rachael (Jared West), and David (Alexandria Navratil) - 34 grandchildren including spouses, and 12 great grandchildren, with three more on the way.

A devoted wife and loving mother, after their marriage Pat and Dick moved to Detroit, Michigan where Dick attended graduate school. Later she braved the colds of central Canada where she and Dick lived for twenty years in Winnipeg, Manitoba. There they raised their young family under the shimmering northern lights of the vast expanses of the great Canadian prairies. They made dear friends there that have lasted a lifetime. The Bennett family returned to live in Orem, Utah in 1997 when Dick accepted a professorship in LDS Church History and Doctrine at Brigham Young University. As interested in the study of Church History as her life’s partner, Pat was happy to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as mission leaders at the Mormon Trail Center in Omaha, Nebraska (Winter Quarters) from 2021-2023. Blessed with a deep and abiding testimony of the Restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and with an unbending faith in our Saviour, while serving in Nebraska she once again reaped a tremendous harvest of new-found friends and associates.

With an easy, charming smile and caring disposition, Pat loved others unconditionally. She was a remarkable homemaker, decorator, and gifted storyteller who loved singing, music, crafts (cross-stitching and card-making in particular), cooking, the theater, canning grape juice and watching good movies. Of all her many church callings, she probably most enjoyed promoting ladybug picnic Activity Days with her 5 and 6-year-old neighborhood children. She also enjoyed years of hosting ‘grandma days’ with her many granddaughters. Blessed also with a quick mind and deep understanding of the scriptures, she was equally comfortable participating with her husband in vigorous interfaith dialogues over the past 20 years with hundreds of LDS/Evangelical friends from all across the country.

But if she had a weakness, it was her celebration of Christmas when she marshalled the energy of the entire family in decorating not one, not even two, but a grand total of eight Christmas trees which she carefully placed in various rooms all over the house. Above all, come rain or shine, whether here or there, in season and out, she loved her family and has left for them a legacy of enduring love and affection, the ever-devoted wife and mother who always kept the home lights burning. In the words of Shakespeare, “For thy sweet love remembered, such wealth brings, that then I scorn to change my state with kings.”

Pat’s funeral will be held at noon on Saturday, 28 March 2026 at the Sharon Third Ward LDS Chapel at 700 East 430 South in Orem, Utah. A viewing will be held Friday night 27 March from 6-8 p.m. at the Walker-Sanderson Funeral Home at 646 East 800 North, Orem and again at the Sharon Third Ward chapel from 10:00-11:30 a.m. just prior to the funeral service. Interment will be in the Provo City Cemetery.

‘Good night, Princess. I’ll see you in the morning.’

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03/23/2026

Harold Keith Hunt

Harold Keith Hunt, 87, born 16 April 1938 in Ames, Iowa, to Harold Gilbert Hunt and Dorothy Harriet Petro. He married Carolyn Sue Sedgwick 21 August 1961 in the Salt Lake Temple. He died 21 March 2026 in Orem, Utah.

He was born when his father was attending Iowa State University. The family then lived in Williamsburg, Iowa until they moved to Salt Lake City, Utah in 1947 where he attended Forest Dale Elementary, Irving Junior, and South High Schools. He received BS and MBA degrees from the University of Utah. He later earned a PhD in Marketing from Northwestern University.

He was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints all his life, serving in Aaronic Priesthood and Elders Quorum presidencies, High Priests Group Leadership, Stake Sunday School Presidencies, Bishoprics, and High Councils, with Gospel Doctrine teacher being his favorite calling. He served an LDS mission in the Western States Mission from June 1958 through August 1960. He was a student of LDS church history, trying to understand how the church restored through the Prophet Joseph Smith, Jr., could transform itself into the LDS church of today.

Professionally he was a marketing and entrepreneurship professor for 39 years. He served on the faculties of Imperial Valley College, University of Iowa, University of Wyoming, and finally Brigham Young University, where he was for 30 years until his retirement in 2005. He served as the marketing and consumer behavior research expert at the Federal Trade Commission for the 1973-74 academic year. He loved teaching and enjoyed research, publishing 25 journal articles, 61 conference papers, and 11 proceedings volumes. He received the BYU Karl G. Maeser Research Award in 1981. He served his profession as president of the Association for Consumer Research and of the American Academy of Advertising, as executive secretary of both organizations, was elected a research fellow of AAA, and received the ACR Distinguished Service Award. He served as editor of the Journal of Advertising for four years and the Journal of Consumer Satisfaction, Dissatisfaction and Complaining Behavior for 17 years. He was included in the Who’s Who in America from 1984 to 2011. He was a member of Phi Kappa Phi (general), Beta Gamma Sigma (business), Kappa Tau Alpha (journalism), and Omicron Delta Epsilon (economics) honor societies.

He served his community of Orem, Utah for two 4-year terms on the City Council (1986-1993), on the 5-citizen committee that developed the Orem Recreation Center, later renamed the Orem Fitness Center, on the Board of Adjustment, on the SCERA board, and on the Strategic Planning committee. He became an ardent fan of Storytelling through the Timpanogos Storytelling Festival and used stories as the basis of his professional research on consumer behavior. He was also a fan of the Heber City Cowboy Poetry gathering.

He is survived by all eight children: Harold David Ernest (Cathy Voegele), Nathan Rex (Rebecca Arner), Tacy Christine (Joseph Wells), Cale Robert (Amy Jones), Sara Rae (Ted Stevens), Katie Sabra (Anthony Steele), Adria Elizabeth (Jody Howse), and Hayley Ann (Steven Peterson). He has 27 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. He has one brother, Lowell Ernest (Diane Rolfing), and one sister, Sheryl Lynn (Stanley Neeleman). He was preceded in death by his parents and sister.

A graveside service will be held by the family. Interment will be in the Orem City Cemetery.

A celebration of his joyful life will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. at Sleepy Ridge Clubhouse in the Garden Room, 730 South Sleepy Ridge Drive, Orem, Utah. Come and enjoy Keith’s favorite foods and share your happy memories.

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03/20/2026

William Seely Bradshaw

William Seely Bradshaw, a beloved husband, father and grandfather who taught at Brigham Young University for nearly four decades and who used his positions as a leader in his faith and academic communities to advocate for acceptance and inclusiveness, died peacefully on March 20, 2026. He was 88.

A resident of Orem, Utah, William was born on Oct. 29, 1937 in Salt Lake City, Utah to parents William Walters and Lucia Seely Bradshaw, and elder brother to sisters Marcia and Linda. He graduated from East High School in Salt Lake City in 1956, where he was the quarterback of his state championship-winning football team and received an honorable mention All State award. He was also an Eagle Scout and sang in the a ca****la choir.

Bill served a mission in Hong Kong with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he met the woman who would become his wife, fellow missionary Marjorie Gardner. They were married in Idaho Falls in 1961.

He completed his Bachelor’s degree in biology at Harvard University in 1963. Next, he pursued a doctorate in biochemistry at the University of Illinois, which he completed at the University of Washington in Seattle, when his advisor, William J. Rutter, relocated there. He went on to complete a postdoctoral fellowship at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory in 1970.

Bill and Marge welcomed five children during that time period: Bill, born in Boston, Massachusetts; Bart, born in Salt Lake City, Utah; Becky, born in Urbana, Illinois; Brett, born in Seattle, Washington; and Ben, born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

In 1970, he accepted a faculty position in the Department of Zoology at Brigham Young University. Soon thereafter, in 1971, at age 33, with five young children, he and Marge were called to serve as leaders of the church’s Hong Kong mission. He and Marjorie opened the first mission in Vietnam in 1973 before returning to the U.S. in 1974. Over the years, Bill also served as a bishop, in a stake presidency, and as a branch president at the Provo Missionary Training Center.

Bill taught at Brigham Young University for 38 years, working as a biology professor and later as associate dean of the honors program. Over the course of his tenure, his formal awards and honors include: the Karl G. Maeser Distinguished Teaching Award in 1985 (recognized as the highest teaching honor at BYU), two-time Teacher of the Year Award

in 1994 and 1996 in the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, and the College of Life Sciences Outstanding Mentor Award in 2000.

Throughout his career, he was recognized for his commitment to the art and science of teaching. The thousands of Brigham Young University students whom Professor Bradshaw taught in introductory biology may remember his nuanced approach to teaching the science of evolution within a faith-based context, helping students to reconcile their scientific learning with their faith and sharing a message that scientific literacy and active church membership are compatible.

In his later years, Bill and Marge became prominent advocates for LGBTQ+ Latter-day Saints and their families. Driven by love for their gay son, they served as chairs of LDS Family Fellowship, working tirelessly to promote understanding and unconditional love within the church community. They were also awarded with the Affirmation Ally Award in 2014 for their advocacy and support for LGBTQ individuals in the BYU and Latter-Day Saint communities.

He also pursued a number of hobbies throughout his life. He was a die-hard Cougar fan, was “irrationally loyal” to the Red Sox and Celtics, and loved rooting for the Utah Jazz. He and Marge built a cabin in Star Valley, Wyoming, where they would welcome family and friends. He was a skilled fisherman who loved to take fishing trips with his sons. He also took up playing the banjo at 50 and became a proficient musician who performed for residents at assisted living homes.

His was a life led by science, faith, intellectual courage, kindness and loyalty, and he will be missed immensely.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his sister Marcia, and grandson Wesley. He is survived by his beloved wife Marge, his five children and their spouses Bill (Suni), Bart (Joyce), Becky (Bryan), Brett (Jeff) and Ben (Clare), 17 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and his sister Linda (Russ).

Family, friends, and loved ones will have the opportunity to pay their respects at a viewing, which will take place at the Walker Sanderson Funeral Home & Crematory located at 646 E 800 N in Orem, Utah, on April 2, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

An additional viewing will take place April 3, 2026 from 9:30 to 10:30 am at the Orem 7th Ward located at 365 S 900 E in Orem, Utah. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 am providing an opportunity for all to celebrate Bill and honor his memory.

The family kindly requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Encircle, an LGBTQ+ Youth & Family Resource, and the Autism Society of America.

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03/16/2026

Karen Kay Meuter

Karen Kay (Hales) Meuter, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away on

March 14, 2026. She leaves a lasting legacy of love, kindness, creativity, and devoted service. She will be

deeply missed by all who knew her, yet we find comfort in knowing she is once again reunited with her

beloved husband of forty-eight years, whom she has missed so dearly this past year.

Karen was born on May 14, 1944, to Arthur William and Ruth Athleen (Jackson) Hales in Ogden, Utah. At

the age of two, her family moved to Palo Alto, California, where she spent the rest of her childhood and

graduated from Menlo-Atherton High School. She loved people, the ocean, and all forms of art. She was

baptized a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on July 5, 1952, and carried a

strong and steady faith in the Savior throughout her life. That faith sustained her through both joyful and

challenging times.

Karen was a devoted mother and found great joy in raising her three children, Jeff, Joel, and Jennifer.

When Jennifer was four years old, Karen met the love of her life, Gerald James Meuter. They were

married on May 28, 1977, and soon after moved from California to North Carolina. On November 12,

1982, Jerry lovingly adopted Karen’s children, and later that year the family was sealed in the Washington

D.C. Temple. They eventually settled in the Atlanta, Georgia area, where they developed a deep love for

the South.

One of Karen’s favorite places to vacation was Hilton Head Island, where the family spent many happy

times riding bikes, going to the beach, and playing games. These traditions are loved and have continued

through generations and remain a treasured part of family memories.

Karen had a remarkable talent for art. She created beautiful paintings, stained glass pieces, and

hand-painted scenes throughout her home. She and Jerry also shared a passion for gardening, and

together they created a yard filled with flowers, greenery, and abundant fruits and vegetables. She had a

gift for making her home a place of warmth, beauty, and welcome.

Her love for others, combined with her faith, led her to serve in many capacities within her church. She

served multiple times as a Relief Society president and also enjoyed sharing her talents with the young

people. She served as a temple worker in the Sacramento Temple. She was a wonderful example of

kindness, compassion, and quiet service.

Karen truly loved life. She enjoyed traveling, reading, watching a good movie, and spending time with her

family and friends. She loved card games, good food, and simply being together. In her later years, she

found special joy in her “fourth child,

” Jazzy, her sweet little Havanese, who brought her so much comfort

and companionship. Karen had a wonderful sense of humor and a contagious laugh that will not be

forgotten. She was beautiful inside and out, and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her three children: Jeff (Teresa) Meuter of Mableton, Georgia; Joel (Patti) Meuter of

Woodland Hills, Utah; and Jennifer Meuter of Mapleton, Utah; her grandchildren Heather Meuter, Tyler

(Jodi) Meuter, Madison (Josh) Adamson, Jacob Meuter, Abby Parry, Savannah Parry, Elizabeth Meuter,

Emily Meuter, and Evan Meuter; and her great-grandchildren Zaniyah Meuter, Jett Adamson, and Quincy

Adamson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald James Meuter; grandson, Zachary Joel

Meuter; her parents; her sister, Marlene (Hales) Meshinski; and her brother, Keith Arthur Hales.Funeral services will be held on April 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at 1541 North 1300 West, Pleasant Grove,

Utah. A burial service will follow at the Ogden City Cemetery.

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03/13/2026

Dee Ann Jennings

Dee Ann Jennings passed away on March 11, 2026, at age 84.

Dee Ann had a great sense of humor and decided it would be fun to lose some of her memory here and there to tease us with her fun escapades and adventures. Dementia was a friend and foe to her for the last 6 years of her life and even up to the very end she kept others around her laughing, and she would throw out sarcasm. We found joy even in the small and simple moments over this time that we will cherish forever.

Dee Ann was born in Vernal, Utah on January 31st, 1942. She was the oldest of two children born to Robert Campbell Orman and Arva Rose Roberts. Her family moved to Riverton Wyoming when she was about 6 and she spent most of her growing up years there. She learned to ice skate, drive a car at 12, help her mother clean and Arva was a cleaning perfectionist, cook, and attend church. Dee Ann gained lifelong friends from this wonderful small town.

After high school she attended BYU for a semester, then University of Wyoming, then moved to Anchorage Alaska where her parents had moved. She worked at Atlantic Richfield Oil company as a secretary to the district geologist and production managers. Here in Alaska, she met and married Gary Lee Jennings.

Gary and Dee Ann moved to Huntington Beach California and then in April 1969 they had the privilege of adopting their precious daughter, Ashlee Ann Jennings. She was their pride and joy. Dee Ann loved being home with Ashlee, and they did so many fun things together, like sewing, cooking, crafts and church activities.

Dee Ann served as the Young Women’s President, Relief Society President, Stake Relief Society President and was an example of service to those around her in many capacities for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, along with two temple missions and a mission at the church office building.

She also went back to school at Goldenwest College and graduated with her associate’s degree in 1984. She then went on to work as a paralegal in Newport Beach California for 7 years before leaving and moving to Utah after divorcing Gary.

She got an amazing job at the BYU construction department where she made incredible friendships. Craig, Jim, Wayne, Mike, Shirley, and others became her Utah extended family. She loved their jokes, pranks and kindness. There was never a dull moment at work with these folks around.

Ashlee got married and had 3 beautiful daughters that Dee Ann adored. She and her granddaughters have so many amazing memories and she was a second mother to them.

At age 70, Dee Ann retired from BYU and found a passion for studying the constitution and the scriptures. She was an avid reader and studied intently. When she was 78, she moved in with Ashlee for 5 years, till moving to Spring Gardens where her lifelong friend Karen Orgill lived. She received incredible care while she was there and we want to thank all those who helped her over the past year and a half. We are more grateful than words can express and appreciate you for opening your heart to our Dee Ann.

She was preceded in death by Arva Rose Orman (Mother), Robert Campbell Orman(Father) she is survived by her brother Robert Campbell Orman III and her daughter Ashlee Ann Jennings(Conterio), granddaughters, Jordan Elizabeth Cecil, Lyndsey Mikelle Cecil and Brennan Leeann Cecil and great grandson, Coi Josiah Cecil along with her great aunt AlReta and many cousins.

We will miss you mom, grandmother, cousin, and friend. Till we meet again.

A webcast of the graveside service will be available at www.walkersanderson.com.

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03/13/2026

Jane Fowlke Overman

Jane Fowlke Overman

Born May 5, 1948 in American Fork, Utah - Sweet‑Baby Jane, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.

Jane was born a little, dark‑haired, olive‑skinned baby to Ernest LeGrand and Lola Hacking Fowlke and was the third of seven children. Raised on a five‑acre farm in Orem, her childhood was shaped by hard work, family, and a love of learning. Her parents taught her to can, cook, garden, and sew; she studied jazz, tap, ballet, piano, clarinet, and oboe; and she lovingly cared for her younger siblings.

An active student, Jane graduated from Orem High School and LDS Seminary in May 1966. She attended Southern Utah University and San Jose State before earning a B.S. in Psychology from Brigham Young University in August 1971.

Jane met and fell in love with Sergeant E‑5 Specialist Joseph Jon Overman. They shared a passion for life — especially a love for Porsches — and were married on February 27, 1971. Together they built a life of faith, family, and hard work. They co-founded and ran Overman Concrete Inc. for more than 40 years, celebrating forty years of partnership in business and recently marking their 55th wedding anniversary.

Jane cherished family above all. She and Jon raised five children — Julie, Jessica, Jami, Brandon, and Jason — and delighted in twelve grandchildren and seven great‑grandchildren. Some of her happiest memories were simple family pleasures: backyard BBQs, boating, swimming at the village pool, and vacations to Bear Lake, Lake Powell, California, Hawaii, and Mexico.

Warm, and devoted, Jane’s legacy is the love she gave and the strong family she helped build. She will be remembered for her lively spirit, her homemaking skills, and the joy she found in family gatherings.

Survived by her husband, Jon; her children; grandchildren; great‑grandchildren; and her siblings. The family welcomes friends and loved ones to celebrate her life and the many ways she blessed those around her.

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03/12/2026

Debra Anne Dillman

Debra Anne Dillman was born in New Haven Connecticut on July 16th 1957 to Marion Louise Simmons Dillman and Robert Emanuel Dillman. Debbie was the third of 4 girls, Cathy Ann (who passed as an infant), Donna June and Denise Lynette. They lived in West Haven CT where as a child Debbie loved to play piano, sing and perform theatrically with her family. She loved to create, which she learned from her mother and in creation, to perform from her father. During her attendance to West Haven High School she was able to travel to Italy with her choir group and mother to sing for the Pope. At 18 she left home and traveled to Provo UT to attend college at BYU where she earned her Associate of Arts. Upon returning home she met and married Frank Charles Martinez IV; in which she found her greatest vocation, Debbie became a mother. She became a mother to three children, her greatest loves, Francis Carlos Martinez V, DeAnne Marissa Martinez and Danielle MariElena Martinez, all born in different locales. Debbie and her family eventually settled in Orem UT where she found joy in teaching her children, serving her friends and creating all through music, sewing, baking, cooking, gardening, decorating, writing poems and participating in theatre. Debbie continued this way as they moved throughout Northern Utah. When she chose to work, outside the home, Debbie used her love for mathematics and prepared taxes with H&R Block. After Debbie and Frank split in 2001, she purchased her home in Ogden UT. In that home she continued to create and sing with her nephews, niece, children and other family and loved ones. Debbie left this world and returned to her mother, father, sister (Cathy Ann) and all those she loved and lost on March 8th 2026 after a very short battle with cancer.

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