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08/31/2025

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day - a day to remember and honor those we’ve lost and to support those struggling with addiction. Every life matters. 💜

For more information, please visit the link below, provided by the National Safety Council.

https://www.nsc.org/community-safety/safety-topics/overdose-awareness-day

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08/30/2025

Today we recognize all those dealing with the loss of a loved one. May you find peace and comfort in your journey of grief. 🩶

“Grief is the last act of love we can give to those we loved. Where there is deep grief, there was great love." - Unknown

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08/29/2025

Becky Knorr

Richfield, Utah -It is with great sadness that the family of Becky Jen Herbert Knorr announces her unexpected passing of natural causes on August 27, 2025.

Our “Firecracker,” Becky, was born on July 4, 1976 in Ogden, Utah. She later moved with her family to Kansas and Germany. Upon returning from Germany, her family re-settled in Salina, then Richfield, Utah, where she stayed the rest of her life.

Becky graduated from high school and pursued a career in cosmetology. As a cosmetologist, she was able to meet many people and help them look their best. She would always create dramatically “high” hairdos, in many colors, for her mom. Those hairdos were a legend. She later gained employment at Albertsons, then Walmart and happily worked there for many years.

Becky made friends wherever she went. People loved Becky. They loved being with her and around her. She made them smile and feel happy. Her Walmart family loved Becky and will sincerely miss her.

Becky married the love of her life, George Knorr on August 8, 2008. George and Becky were so happy together. They spent many happy days in their darling little home with their fur babies, Cocoa and Cowboy. Becky’s much loved fur baby, Oreo, preceded her in death. Becky loved dolphins and the color purple. She was famous for her great hugs.

Becky is survived by her loving husband, George who will miss her so much. She is survived by her siblings, Marcy (Ted) Korgenski, Terry (Beverly) Major, Sonya Weiss, Ernest (Sharon) Herbert, Scott (Yvonne) Schofield, Keri Walker. She leaves behind many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Douglas (Herbie) and Sandra Herbert.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made by Venmo to help cover expenses. Venmo addresses: -Walker-7 or .

Becky, we love you! Bock Bock! Everyone will miss your famous hugs. We are watching for dolphins in the clouds.

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08/28/2025

Thinking today of all those missing a loved one. 🩶

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08/27/2025

Phyllis Hansen

Mayfield, Utah – Phyllis Hendrickson Hansen, age 90 of Mayfield, passed away August 25, 2025, in Centerfield, Utah. She was born on May 19,1935 in Gunnison, Utah. She was the fourth of six daughters and one son of Oras Christian and Josie Jensen Hendrickson. There has never been a little girl born, or will there be hence, that loved her mom and dad more than Phyllis. Her happiest time of life was growing up with her sisters, Jean, Bernita, Norma, Myrna, Enid, her baby brother, Hal, and her parents. The stories that she told painted pictures in our minds of an idyllic childhood. She adored her grandparents! One of Phyllis’s favorite things to do after the daily chores were done was to make sure that all the rugs around the family radio were clean. Here the family would gather to listen to their favorite radio shows with a treat of popcorn or ice cream.

Phyllis married Douglas C. Hansen on February 8, 1957. The newlyweds were crazy in love! They were the loving parents of four wonderful children, Julie, Kathy, Mitzi, and Jason. Phyllis and Doug also built Hansen Long Haul Trucking. They would haul grain from Calgary, Canada to Long Beach, California, taking bananas on the return trip. They were lucky enough to take their son Jason along for the adventure during the summer months, always playing country music from the 8-track player. Phyllis and Doug loved camping, fishing, and jeep riding with family, a love that they passed down to their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Phyllis was a supreme housekeeper and an even better cook. Her house always smelled of something sweet being baked in the kitchen. Those that came to visit were delighted with raisin-filled cookies, chocolate cake, or other delicious treats.

Phyllis loved working at the Senior Citizen Center in Gunnison! Some of her favorite times were taking her friends in the van to see the Autumn leaves along the Alpine Loop or taking the ladies to see the Christmas lights. She also loved her trips to Mesquite with her friends.

Gran loved having all her granddaughters down to spend time in the summer. Days were filled with trips to the Mayfield Mall, the park to burn our bums on the slide, floating Winnie the Pooh Sticks down the creek, penny candy, and kitten snuggling. Gran showed us the joy of having a cold Coke and chocolate cake for breakfast (or any time of day really), or that hot Tang and Pop Tarts are the perfect combination. Gran always carried a Mary Poppins bag, complete with scissors to cut her hamburger lettuce and anything else that Let’s Make a Deal could ask for.

Grandma’s true love was having her two grandsons Christian and Parley live so close to her. She loved that they could ride their bicycles over to watch tv, have pancakes, laugh, and play. She was their biggest cheerleader, and they were her biggest fans.

Phyllis is survived by her sister Norma (Clyde) Peterson and her brother Hal (Robyn) Hendrickson, her four children, Julie (Stephen) Petersen, Kathy (Malo) Slade, Mitzi (Kirk) Murray, and Jason Hansen. She has 7 granddaughters and 2 grandsons along with 14 great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Oras and Josie, her husband, Doug, her sisters Jean, Bernita, Myrna, Enid and brother in laws.

To all of the doctors, nurses, and other caregivers, thank you for caring for our feisty Phyllis!

Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. in the Mayfield LDS Ward Chapel, where friends may call for viewing Saturday morning from 11:30 to 12:30 prior to the services.

Live streaming of the services can be found at: www.springerturner.com under Phyllis’s obituary about 15 minutes prior to starting time.

Burial will be in the Mayfield Cemetery under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah.

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08/27/2025

Did you know? Traditionally, most cemetery plots are oriented from east to west.

The feet of the deceased face east, and the headstone is placed above the head on the west end of the grave. If spouses are buried side by side, the woman is usually buried in the north plot, so as to be on the left-hand side of her husband.

Please contact us with any questions at (435) 896-6333.

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08/26/2025

Carla Anne Tucker

Aurora, Utah - Our kind and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Carla Anne Dougherty Tucker, 86, of Aurora, passed away August 22, 2025 in Richfield. She was born August 30, 1939 in Willow Creek, Utah, a daughter of Andrew McNeil and Sarah Elizabeth Turnbull Dougherty.

She married Lyle M. Tucker June 7, 1957 in the Manti LDS Temple. They have been together for over 68 years.

Carla enjoyed crocheting and knitting, bottling and canning fruits and vegetables.

She is an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

She enjoyed her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed.

Carla is survived by her beloved husband, Lyle, of Aurora; her children: Gaylene and Dan Rasmussen, Reeda Gail and Layne DeLange, Richard Lyle (Joni, deceased) Tucker, Patrick Neil Tucker (Deceased), Joetta Jackman Spencer Christensen (Deceased) and Burke Christensen, and Wade Kay Tucker; 14 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, June Lee and Tim Pay.

She is preceded in death by two sisters and one brother: Mary and Ray Cox, Darlene and Stan Fishler, Mike Andrew and Irene Dougherty.

Graveside services will be held Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. in the Aurora City Cemetery. Friends may call for viewing at the Aurora LDS Ward Chapel, 85 North Main Street in Aurora, Thursday morning from 9:00 to 10:30 prior to the services.

Burial will be in the Aurora City Cemetery under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah.

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08/26/2025

How do you feel when someone smiles at you as you pass by in the grocery store? Maybe the corners of your own mouth tip up in response and your heart lightens a little bit.

Not only can someone else’s grin brighten our day, but our very own smile can be a powerful tool as we battle grief, hard times, and the general ups and downs that life brings.

In the online article "10 Big Benefits of Smiling," VeryWellMind.com suggests that showing off those pearly whites can help lift our mood, alleviate stress, and even boost our immune system.

https://www.verywellmind.com/top-reasons-to-smile-every-day-2223755
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08/25/2025

Kathleen Higgins

Annabella, Utah - We have just lost a wonderful wife, mother, sister, family member and friend. Kathleen Morrill Morgan Higgins passed away on August 23, 2025 in Annabella, Utah at the age of 74.

She was born in Roosevelt, Utah, in November 28, 1950, to Clinton L. and Maxine Nyberg Morrill. She spent her life in New Mexico and Utah, where she settled in Annabella to live out the rest of her life. She had three boys, Cody Morgan, Clay Morgan, and Chad Morgan. Their father John was a kind man, and a major influence on our children. Thank you, John, for your guidance with our sons while they were growing up.

Kathy married Kent Higgins in 1998. He was the love of her life; he meant the world to her. He cared for her and loved her in all ways. Kathys’ main joy in life was her husband Kent, and her children. Her sons, Cody, Clay and Chad, 12 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren. Her stepdaughter Kandice and 3 grandchildren.

Survived by her husband Kent Higgins; brother Ed Morrill (Kim); 3 children: Cody Morgan (Amy), 6 children, 5 grandchildren; Clay Morgan (Randa), 5 children, 1 grandchild; Chad Morgan, 1 child; her stepdaughter Kandice Scruggs and 3 step-grandchildren.

Proceeded in death by her 2 siblings: Bill Morrill, and Gwen Morrill.

Special thanks to Shara Olsen (Care Giver) for her devoted kindness and patient nature. To Steven Wallingtin (Oncologist) and his nursing staff, all the nursing staff from Gunnison Valley Hospital for their kind and unrelenting compassion given to her. Special shout out to Luci.

She was the light in the room, the friend in the mist, and one who you trusted with a candid thought. Always showing her interest in the lives of others.

A “Celebration of her life” will be held at the Clay and Randa Morgan residence, 471 West 2300 South in Richfield, on Sept 5, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.

A private family only graveside service will be held at a later date, under the care of Springer Turner Funeral Homes of Richfield and Salina.

In lieu of flowers or plants a donation to Best Friends Animal Society would be her preference. Please donate in her honor. Bestfriends.org/sanctuary

Remember, my time here with you, was my gift from God.

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08/25/2025

Kathleen Hampton

Aurora, Utah - Kathleen Marie Goddard Hampton, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in her home in Aurora, Utah, surrounded by love. She was born June 19, 1950, in Las Vegas, Nevada, to Clarence and Marjorie Goddard, and grew up in Las Vegas, graduating from Rancho High School.

On June 22, 1968, Kathy married the love of her life, Boyd Wayne Hampton, in the St. George LDS Temple. Their marriage was a true partnership built on love, faith, and loyalty, lasting throughout their lives. Kathy’s devotion to Boyd never wavered, and their bond was an example to all who knew them.

Kathy’s greatest joy was her family. She poured her love into every aspect of her children’s and grandchildren’s lives, never missing a school program, sporting event, or milestone. Known affectionately as “Gram” and “Grandma Kathy,” she had a remarkable gift for making each person feel special, celebrated, and deeply loved.

A talented quilter and seamstress, Kathy was known for her extraordinary jean quilts—treasures she lovingly crafted for each of her children and grandchildren upon their high school graduation. She also had a passion for cooking and baking. Her buttermilk syrup, cookies, Christmas candy (especially her famous chocolate turtles), and sweet rolls became family traditions that will be remembered for generations. Kathy also found joy in painting, crafting, and creating beauty in countless forms.

Kathy is survived by her children: Gary Hampton (Salt Lake City, UT), Brian Hampton (Venice, UT), Larry Hampton (Brooke)(Cedar City, UT,), Marjorie Hampton (Aurora, UT), and Marcee Hampton (Las Vegas, NV). She is also survived by her sister, Shawni Portillo (Crestview, FL); her mother-in-law, Elna Hampton (Salina, UT); 16 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband Boyd Hampton; her parents, Clarence and Marjorie Goddard; her brother, John Goddard; and her father-in-law, Thurlan Hampton.

Kathy’s life was defined by love, loyalty, creativity, and service to her family. Her hands were rarely still, always busy creating something beautiful for those she loved, and her heart was never closed, always open to her family and friends. Her legacy lives on in the countless lives she touched and in the family she adored.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at the Aurora 2nd Ward LDS Church, 85 North Main Street, Aurora, Utah, at 1:00 PM, where friends may call for viewing Saturday morning from 10:30 to 12:30 prior to the services.

Burial will be in the Aurora cemetery under the care of Springer Turner Funeral Homes of Richfield and Salina.

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08/23/2025

Vote for us for Best Funeral Home! Voting ends tomorrow.

▪ Springer Turner Funeral Home has been nominated in the Official Reader’s Choice Awards Best of Tri-County Area 2025, hosted by The Richfield Reaper.

▪ We love our community, and we'd love your support! Voting runs from August 11 through August 24.

▪ Vote for us today for Best Funeral Home in the “People and Places” category using the link below:

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08/23/2025

Clyde Williams

Our kind and loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Clyde J Williams, age 85, passed away August 20, 2025, at his home in Salina. He was born January 13, 1940, in Salina, a son of Lewis Thurland and Erna Lenora Larsen Williams. He grew up in Salina, where he enjoyed horse back riding and hunting. He graduated from North Sevier High School where he enjoyed sports and participated in track and field events. He graduated with the class of 1958.

After graduation, he moved to Wah Wah in Beaver County working as a ranch hand. He then served his country in the United States Army. After being discharged, he then went to work for General Electric, working as a Turbine Mechanic and later for SUFCO, where he retired.

He married Lani Baxter and they were later divorced. He married Fae Anderson and later divorced. He later married Cindy Replogle and they divorced.

Clyde was an avid outdoors man. He liked hunting, fishing, horseback riding, but especially loved watching his grandkids play sports. He supported all of the local school’s sports teams. He enjoyed taking and sharing his photos with family and friends. He loved to grow a vegetable garden and flower garden every year and would share the produce and especially his beloved dahlias with all the neighbors.

Clyde is survived by his children: Marie (Roger) Rose, Ellen (Ralph) Pectol, all of Milford; James (Tomiko) Williams of Joseph; JoAnn (Scott) Hansen of Murray; Julie (Bobby) Allred of Magna; 15 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; siblings: Don Williams of Salt Lake City; Glen Williams of Cheyenne, Wyoming; Burke Williams of Redmond; and Ione Hughes of Mesquite, Nevada

He is preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Karen Williams; a grandson, Colton Allred; a great-granddaughter, Dani Gene Vetsch and and his siblings: Carol, RaeAnn, Warren and Max.

Graveside services will be held Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 12 Noon in the Salina Pioneer Cemetery. Friends may call for viewing at the Springer Turner Funeral Home in Salina, Thursday morning from 10:30 to 11:30 prior to the services.

Burial with military honors accorded by the Salina American Legion Post #36 and the Utah Guard will be in the Pioneer Cemetery under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah.

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