Hughes Mortuary

09/26/2025

Gary S. Juretich

I, Gary S. Juretich, no longer of sound mind or any body have graduated from this life. After 85 years of faithful service on Earth, I decided it was time to retire to the great beyond. And by "retire," I mean I finally found a place where I don't have to fix anything or remember all my passwords. Before they get me started on my afterlife Scout badges, I figured I’d tell one more story. My life story.I was born...

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09/25/2025

Abbie Kay Wyler

Our kind, sweet mother passed away on September 18 in Hurricane, Utah. She was born July 14, 1935 to Roy Wood Wightman and Grace Roseltha Adams in Payson, Utah. She grew up in Payson and lived in a home built by her Great-Grandfather, Joseph Wightman. She was named Abbie after her paternal grandmother, Abbie Wood .She was an intelligent, active woman who loved reading and studying about many subjects. She had to drop out of High School when she married...

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09/23/2025

Valya Lucy Tenney

Born on September 21, 1977 in LBJ Hospital, Fagaalu American Samoa, Valya Lucy Sega Tenney lived a life of faith, compassion, and service. From a young age, she found her place within the church and school, dedicating her time, talents, and love to serving God and her community. Her church family was her joy, and she gave selflessly—whether through song, teaching, volunteering, or simply offering a kind word to those in need.Her life was a testament to humility, service, and...

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09/23/2025

09/22/2025

Many of us take our freedoms for granted, but our staff at Hughes Mortuary proudly acknowledges the sacrifices made by those who have served our country through their patriotism, love of country and willingness to protect others.

Our staff is committed to providing quality service and professional assistance to help families complete the necessary forms to obtain benefits that are provided through the United States Department of Veterans Affairs for deceased veterans.

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09/22/2025

Lillian Grace Chidester

Lillian Grace Chidester, 79, passed peacefully at home with family on September 18, 2025.She was a giving Mother, Grandmother, Wife, Sister, Aunt, and Friend who will be missed. She was kind and strived to serve despite her health challenges. She loved to serve how she could. I remember her on the phone for hours talking to those who needed a friend.Grace was born in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1946. She was 6th of 9 children. She grew up in...

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09/22/2025

Ralph Mark Button

Ralph "Mark" Button, age 66, passed away and returned to our Heavenly father on September 2nd 2025. Mark was born on September 28th 1958, to Merril "Bud" Button and Konda Chamberlain/Button. He married Kay Dawn Anderson November 18th 1975 they had a son, Buddy Kay Button. Mark and Kay later divorced. Mark and Buddy then moved to Cedar City Ut in 1995. Buddy was the joy of Mark's life. He loved watching his son play sports. Mark spent a few...

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09/17/2025

Mary Theresa Louise Carter

MARY THERESA LOUISE CARTER (DOLLARHIDE) was born July 28th 1954 in Wickenburg, AZ to James Clerman Dollarhide and Lupe Badilla. She graduated from Kingman High School Class of 1973. She is survived by her mother Paulette Dollarhide, her children, Jennifer Gaddis (Shade) and Frederick Shade & his wife Jenny; her siblings, Marietta Montgomery (Dollarhide) & her husband Glen , Alec Dollarhide & his wife Diane, Anthony Dollarhide & his wife Mindy, Jac Dollarhide & his wife Julia and Desiree Hillsten...

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09/16/2025

Timothy Michael Mertens

Tim Mertens (Mertz), passed away peacefully on Sept 12, 2025 in St George, UT. He was born in Wisconsin to Carl and Helen. Tim was the youngest of four siblings: Jeanine, Flossie and Steve who all preceded him in death.Growing up in Wisconsin Tim developed a love of race cars, enjoying tinkering and driving starting well before obtaining any license. If you couldn’t find “Timmy” where he was supposed to be, you knew he was in the garage working on...

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09/16/2025

Paul L. Peterson

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Paul L. Peterson, who died unexpectedly at the age of 66 in St. George, Utah, on September 14, 2025.Paul was born in Coalville, Utah, on June 24, 1959, to Lyle Peterson and Joann Pace. In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting, snowmobiling, and was active in all sports. He attended and graduated from South Summit High School, where he was a three-sport athlete.Following high school, Paul served a successful...

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09/15/2025

Tayson Paxman

Tayson Paxman, age 23, passed away on September 7, 2025, in St. George, Utah. Born on July 20, 2002, in the same city he called home throughout his life, Tayson brought light, laughter, and boundless energy to everyone around him.From the very beginning, Tayson was known for his big heart and adventurous spirit. Whether tearing through trails on his dirt bike, casting a line into a quiet lake, or skimming across the water on a wakeboard, he found joy in...

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