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01/13/2026

“Mourning in our culture isn’t always easy. Normal thoughts and feelings connected to loss are typically seen as unnecessary and even shameful. Instead of encouraging mourners to express themselves, our culture’s unstated rules would have them avoid their hurt and ‘be strong.’ But grief is not a disease. Instead, it’s the normal, healthy process of embracing the mystery of the death of someone loved. If mourners see themselves as active participants in their healing, they will experience a renewed sense of meaning and purpose in life.”
- Dr. Alan Wolfelt
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01/12/2026

Jay Max Ogden

Richfield, Utah - Jay Max Ogden, husband, father, grandfather, outdoorsman, accomplished taxidermist, and loyal friend, passed away on January 10, 2025, in Salt Lake City. He was born December 8, 1952 to Mae Beth Hawley Ogden and Max G. Ogden. He was the second of five children. From an early age, he developed a deep love for animals, the challenge of a hunt, and a strong work ethic shaped by countless hours laboring on his family’s farm.

Jay graduated from Richfield High School in 1971, where he excelled academically and proudly played on the RHS football team. His artistic abilities were evident even then, as he designed backdrops and props for school plays, yet his truest passion was always the outdoors. In his later high school years, he devoted himself fully to pursuing the birds and wildlife of Sevier County—an early reflection of the life he would come to lead.

In 1974, Jay met his best friend and the love of his life, Camille Curtis. They were married on February 5, 1977 and later sealed in the Manti Temple on September 12, 1980. Together, they had three children; Shan, Jill, and Ashlee. Throughout their 49 years, they built a beautiful life together, filled with treasured memories made while camping, hiking, fishing, hunting, and tending their garden side by side.

What began as a childhood hobby grew into Ogden Taxidermy, a world-renowned business built on Jay’s extraordinary skill and unwavering dedication to excellence. Creating lifelike, meticulously detailed mounts was never just work—it was his joy. One of his greatest pleasures was welcoming his son, Shan, home from college to partner in the family business. Teaching him the craft and working together each day brought Jay immense joy. Through his work, Jay formed lifelong friendships near and far, earning admiration for his humility, integrity, and charm. “The shop” became a gathering place where friends and family came for Jay’s wise advice, a friendly chat, and a good cup of coffee.

A true outdoorsman, Jay found peace and purpose in the remote deserts and rugged, untouched landscapes of Southern Utah, where he pursued mule deer and bighorn sheep. He especially loved tracking deer, studying their habits, and solving the intricate puzzle of their patterns. Generous with his knowledge, he delighted in helping family and close friends on their hunts. With an extraordinary sense of direction and memory, Jay could return decades later to places he had once explored and find them again with ease. Among his many accomplishments, he was humbly proud to have harvested all four species of North American wild sheep, earning his prestigious Full Curl Award in 2019.

Jay was eager to share his talents in building and craftsmanship, lending his skill to help each of his children add meaningful details to their homes—from rock walls to fireplaces. A perfectionist in all he did, whether gardening, building, or even signing his name, Jay approached every task with care and precision. He was a supporter of his grandchildren, faithfully cheering them on from the stands and eagerly asking about their games, rodeos, and competitions as they discovered and developed their own talents.

To all who knew him, Jay was a pillar of strength, love, light, and life. He taught his children and grandchildren the value of determination, hard work, and giving their all in every circumstance. His pride in his posterity is deeply felt, inspiring them to believe they can climb any mountain. The outdoors, so dear to Jay, will forever be a place of peace and connection for those he loved. Until his final moments, he embodied the belief that life’s chances are worth taking and that no single breath should ever be taken for granted. Jay Ogden was a once in a lifetime example to all, and his legacy will live on in the lives he touched and the values he passed down.

Jay is preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and little sister (Terrie Lee).

He is survived by his loving wife, Camille, children Shan (Josie) Ogden, Jill (Jody) Brown, Ashlee (Kennedy) Larsen, 10 grandchildren, and his siblings Andrea (Robert) Stratton, Patrice (Greg) Bean, Graig (Gina) Ogden.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 A.M. on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at the Richfield East Stake Center, 800 North 500 East, Richfield, Utah. Viewing will be held from 6:00-8:00 P.M. on Friday, January 16, 2026 at the Springer Turner Funeral Home and from 9:30-11:00 at the stake center the morning of the services.

Livestreaming of Jay’s services will be available at springerturner.com under his obituary 15 minutes before services start.

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

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01/09/2026

Lynnda Chidester Nielsen

Sigurd, Utah- Lynnda Chidester Nielsen, age 81, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026 at the Utah Valley Hospital in Provo surrounded by her family, after a long battle with kidney failure. She was born on January 25, 1944 in Salina, Utah to Milton and Mae Jean Rasmussen Chidester Nay.

She grew up and active member of the LDS church in Gandy Ranch, Bicknell and Richfield. She loved playing games and hiking with her brother, best friend and cousin Marie. She graduated from Wayne County High School in 1962, awarded Valedictorian and was the yearbook editor.

She married her first husband Morris Dale Nelson in Ely, Nevada on January of 1965. They later divorced and she met and married Martin Henry Nielsen in November of 1970 with whom she shared 55 years.

Lynnda was very involved as a city council member, primary teacher and president, post master of Sigurd, church librarian, and town board member. All keeping her quite busy. She loved to make knit hats for friends and donated many to needy school kids. During her life, she raised many dogs, was an avid Jazz fan, loved horses and the desert, enjoyed rock hounding- looking for arrowheads, hiking, reading and crafting.

She is survived by her loving spouse Martin Henry Nielsen of Sigurd; children: LouJean (Michael) Schenk of Williamsport, Maryland, Lana (Bill) Hanover of Logan, Lorrie (Scott) Duncan of Richfield, John Nielsen of Sigurd, Amanda Nielsen also of Sigurd; siblings: John Scott (Kathleen) Chidester of Blackfoot, Idaho, Beth (Robert) Anderson of Koosharem, Gary (Wendy) Chidester of Elko, Nevada, and David Chidester of Richfield; 16 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Mae Jean Rasmussen Nay and Milton Chidester; brother, Ralph Christensen; daughter, Mary Samantha Nielsen; great-grandson, Elye Scott Duncan; great-granddaughter, Holland Raye Duncan.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at the Sigurd LDS ward chapel where friends may call for viewing from 9:00- 10:30 A.M. prior to services.

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

The family would like to thank the home health, nurses and staff at the hospital and the dialysis center for their care and friendship to our mother over the years and to all the many friends she had in Sigurd for their continued love and support.

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01/09/2026

Don Burgess

Don Berdoyle Burgess, age 65, passed away on Decemeber 27, 2025 peacefully at his home in Sikeston, Missouri.

He was born on November 12, 1960 in Provo, Utah to Doan and Elnora Duncan Burgess. He married Dana West, she preceded him in death in 2012; he then married Cathleen Ann Burgess.

A graveside service for Don will be held at 1:00 P.M. on January 10, 2026 at the Torrey Cemetery. A viewing will be held from 11:00 - 12:30 P.M at the Torrey LDS Ward building.

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

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01/09/2026

Friday thoughts...

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01/07/2026

"Taps" is played at military funerals to honor the memory of service members and to signify the end of their earthly duty. It's a solemn bugle call, deeply rooted in military tradition, that expresses gratitude and respect for the deceased.

The 24-note melody first came about during the American Civil War. In 1862, General Daniel Butterfield wanted a new call to signal “lights out.” Working with his brigade’s bugler, Oliver W. Norton, the call was revised into the more melodic and haunting sequence known today.

The call quickly spread throughout the Union and Confederate Armies. It was first played at a military funeral when it was ordered to be used instead of the traditional three-volley rifle salute to avoid alerting enemy pickets. Although its original name was “Extinguish Lights,” the call was renamed “Taps” in 1891 and soon became a formal part of American military funerals.

Today, its slow, mournful notes remain one of the most iconic and moving pieces of American military tradition.

Source: Jari Villanueva, Taps Historian
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01/06/2026

Betty Jo Payne

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother and Grandmother, who departed this life on December 27, 2025 at the age of 93 just 5 days from her 94th Birthday. Betty Jo Sorensen Payne was a cherished Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Greatest Grandmother whose warmth, kindness, and generous spirit touched everyone who knew her.

Born on January 1, 1932 in Gunnison, UT, Betty grew up a beauty who loved going to dances and had many “boyfriends” before she married Dad, Wendell Lund Payne, just after she turned 18, on February 18, 1950. Two kids and two years later they moved from Sevier County to Salt Lake City, UT. In 1955 and another child later, they bought and moved into their first and lifelong home that will hold many cherished memories. There, they had three more kids, Twenty Grandkids, Twenty-One Great Grandkids and one Great-Great-Grandchild.

Throughout her life she was known for her unwavering dedication to her family and for the love she shared with those around her. We loved when she got the giggles and we couldn’t help but join in the laughter, and there was a lot of it! She loved blue skies and sunny days and anything floral especially, if it was Pink or Green. With her lipstick and earrings on, she went to get her hair done weekly, as she was always beautiful and put together. Even in her 90’s, and until her very last days, she had a shocking grasp of pop culture and an impeccable memory! She and

Dad loved to travel and took many road trips, a few cruises and spent 10 winters in 29 Palms in their beloved 5th Wheel. She made the trip to Boulder, UT with family, whenever she could and was even given the nickname, “[Bad to the Bone] Boulder Betty”. She was a wonderful cook and we will forever crave those special family dinners. She also enjoyed reading and playing Rummy with her family but she really enjoyed it when she beat Dad.

Betty Jo Payne is survived by her Children: John & Denise Payne, Julie Hardy, Lisa Jensen, Glenn & Karen Payne, Kendall Payne, and Dan & Kim Payne. Grandchildren; Jason & Brandy, Kelly & Linda, Joelle & James, Patrick & Carlie, Sunnie & Peter, Dax & Katie, Zak, Sarah, Rebecca, Jessica & David, Jake & Melissa, Nic, Ben & Teyara, Alexandra & Jordan, Denny & Bridgett, Cassie & Juan, Colton & Madie, Skyler, Jessie, Nikki, Twenty-One Great-Grandchildren and One Great-Great-Grandchild, as well as numerous friends and loved ones.

She was preceded in death by her Husband Wendell Lund Payne, Parents Joseph and Dale Sorensen, Brothers Morris and Evan Sorensen and Son-In-Law Tom Jensen. May their reunion be sweet!

A special thanks to Lisa Jensen and her family for their love and care over the last several months. In addition to managing all the medical questions, paying the bills, and planning the funeral, they kept her entertained with movie nights and sleepovers. Read to her when she couldn’t see, translated for her when she couldn’t hear and painted her nails to keep her feeling pretty. A heartfelt thanks to Kerri Payne for her continued love and attention to Mom over the years. There have been so many family members and loved ones that have stepped up and helped that cannot be named but please know how much you are loved and appreciated. Thank you to sweet and thoughtful neighbors and friends Shelly and Kristen for their help over the years with meals, errands and whatever was requested of them! Finally, thank you to the wonderfully attentive staff at Twin Oaks Senior Living and Atlas Home Care and Hospice for your hard work and dedication to caring for Betty these last several months! You treated her with compassion and respect and we cannot thank you enough for that! There were several of you we wanted to mention by name but you know who you are; If Betty knew you by name, so did we!

A small graveside service will be held for family, 12:00 Noon on Monday January 12, 2026 at the Redmond Cemetery. Burial will be under the care of Springer Turner Funeral Homes of Richfield and Salina.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, yet to be determined.

Betty Jo Payne was loved immensely and will be deeply missed but forever remembered for the love, warmth, and joy she brought into our lives. May she rest in peace.

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01/06/2026

Janice Lee Hammond

Monroe, Utah - Janice Lee Kile Hammond, age 83, passed away on January 2, 2026 at her home in Monroe.

She was born in Santa Monica, California to William and Virginia Kile. She graduated from Reseda High School in Los Angeles with the class of '60. Janice married Larry Jack Hammond in Las Vegas, Nevada on July 31, 1965. They made their home where they had both grown up, in Southern California. They raised their son, Christopher, in Canoga Park, California. Together they later moved to Monroe, Utah in 1997.

Janice loved quilting. She loved being involved with animal rescue, she especially loved cats! Janice was an avid reader. She loved to travel with Jack, whether it was on a cruise ship or camping.

Janice is survived by her husband, Larry Jack Hammond of Monroe; son, Christopher Alan Hammond of West Hills, California; grandchildren, Jessica Linn Hammond of Chatsworth, California, Matthew Jack Hammond and great-grand-daughter Audrey Brooke Hammond both of Simi Valley, California.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Cremation services are under the care of Springer Turner Funeral Homes of Richfield and Salina.

Memorial service will be announced at a later date by the family.

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01/06/2026

A new year has just begun, and perhaps you have made the resolution to put your affairs in order. As part of that process, we recommend pre-planning your final arrangements.

Planning ahead allows you to place your wishes in writing and ease the burden on those you love. It is important to remember that you are not just planning for yourself - you are making arrangements and decisions that will greatly affect your family and friends.

We’re here to help you select the options that are right for you and your loved ones. To begin the pre-planning process today, contact us at (435) 896-6333.

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01/06/2026

Chase Evans Gruver

Chase Evans Gruver finished his short, difficult battle with Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer on December 30, 2025. He was born July 5, 1986 to James Evans Gruver and Dayna Jean Davis, the day after the greatest American holiday. He loved getting fireworks every year for his birthday. He was the oldest of 6 siblings and couldn’t be prouder to call them his. He was thrilled to be sealed to his mother and step-father, Andy Tolman, on October 19, 2024.

Chase graduated from Hunter High School in 2004. After graduation, he joined Miss Margene’s Creative Generation Musical Theater which made him many lifelong friends and where he discovered he loved adventures. Hawaii was one of his favorite destinations. He loved to share his talents of dancing and singing and would participate in many community plays and musicals. He even had a small stint as an intern at the Radio From Hell show on X96, where he met a few celebrities and some awesome friends.

With that chapter of his life behind him, he found his true calling of being a husband and a father. He met the love of his life, Cortney Dee Peters, in 2010, however, it wasn’t until 2013 that they rekindled their relationship with the new addition of Cortney’s newborn son, Ty. They were married May 16, 2014 in the Salt Lake Temple. Later, he adopted his only son and they were sealed as a family on March 19, 2016. He found more joy as their family expanded with the births of their daughters, Lauren and Ellie. He loved his wife and kids more than anything in this world! Family was everything to Chase. He loved watching his girls dance performances and any sport Ty was playing. He never missed a game or a performance.

Chase had multiple jobs, but he loved working at Spectrum Academy, helping children who had autism and special needs. However, he always had a desire to work with his hands and soon transitioned to plumbing school where he earned his Master Plumbing license. He worked for several plumbing companies and made lasting friendships with not just his co-workers, but the suppliers and customers, as well.

He was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He loved being involved with the young men and helping them achieve their goals in becoming great men. Chase also found joy in providing service and often could be found helping others night or day without expecting anything in return.

Known for his sense of humor, he could make a whole room laugh turning even the hardest days into something you could laugh about. Everyone who crossed his path couldn’t help but love him.

Chase is preceded in death by his grandparents, Bobby J Gruver, Lawrence & Judith Urry and Robert Peters. He is survived by his wife, Cortney, his children Ty, Lauren and Ellie and their unborn daughter- Abigail Chase, his parents, siblings, grandparents and many aunts and uncles.

The family wishes to thank all of the medical personnel who cared for Chase, as well as, those who so tirelessly helped them over the past few months. Many people sat with Cortney and Chase in their difficult times, brought countless meals and offered to take care of their children. Many donated time and money and ensured everything possible was done to make it a Merry Christmas. Their family and community truly lived the second great commandment to “Love Thy Neighbor.”

Chase wants to remind you all to “Stay hungry; stay humble” – Kalani Sitake.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, January 10, 2026 at the Monroe LDS Stake Center at 140 S. Main Street, Monroe, Utah. Viewings will be held from 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. on Friday, January 9. 2026 at the Springer Turner Funeral Home Chapel in Richfield, 260 North 400 West, and from 9:00-10:30 A.M. at the Stake Center the morning of services.

Livestreaming of Chase's services will be available at springerturner.com under his obituary 15 minutes before services start.

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

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01/01/2026

✨At the dawn of this new year, those we have lost are near and dear to our hearts. We wish you peace and happiness in 2026.

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12/31/2025

Franklin Perkins

Marysvale, Utah - Franklin Terry Perkins, a devoted Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, and Friend passed away peacefully on December 17, 2025, in Marysvale, Utah. He is proceeded in death by his parents Bion and Florine Perkins, younger brother Reed Perkins, and younger sister Linda Perkins.He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Janet, who he shared an enduring partnership with, his son Tyler Perkins (Jann), his daughter Kari Young (Mitch) along with his 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.Frank was born on April 9, 1947, to Bion Wilcox Perkins and Hattie Florine Perkins. He was the 2nd of 7 children.Frank married his high school sweetheart Janet Norma Wiley during the Vietnam War before serving in the Army in Germany. They were later sealed in the LDS temple for time and eternity on April 10, 1999.They shared 59 years together raising their family, while having adventures in the mountains. His love for the outdoors was infectious. He passed down these passions to his son and daughter, grandchildren and with countless others.Frank was known for his steady hands and quiet strength, and built a life grounded in dedication to anything he worked on. Frank was a steadfast, hardworking man, and left behind a legacy of love, laughter, cherished memories, and amazing stories of his life.Frank’s unique sense of humor endeared him to all who knew him. With a knack for storytelling, he could captivate you for hours with his vivid and detailed recollections. His memories and stories are cherished by those who were lucky enough to know him.Those who knew Frank will remember his reliability, his humor, and the way he showed his care through action. His legacy lives on in the family he loved and in the countless moments of kindness, strength, and hard work he offered to them and others.His presence will be deeply missed, but his kindness will continue to live on in the hearts of all who were close to him, and he will be lovingly remembered always.

All our love always.

Forever Young Song by Bob Dylan

May God bless and keep you always

May your wishes all come true

May you always do for others

And let others do for you

May you build a ladder to the stars

And climb on every rung

May you stay forever young

May you stay forever young

May you grow up to be righteous

May you grow up to be true

May you always know the truth

And see the light surrounding you

May you always be courageous

Stand upright and be strong

May you stay forever young

May you stay forever young

May your hands always be busy

May your feet always be swift

May you have a strong foundation

When the winds of changes shift

May your heart always be joyful

May your song always be sung

And may you stay forever young

May you stay forever young

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