Lola Fowler Jewkes

Orangeville - Lola Fowler Jewkes, 84, passed away at her home in Orangeville, Utah, August 9, 2007. She was reunited with her husband, Don, twenty-four years after his death.

She was born to Vana Abagail Oman and Leo Abinadi Fowler August 4, 1923 in Hiawatha, Utah. She married Don Kearl Jewkes January 12, 1946 after waiting for him for three years while he served his country in World War II.

They were the parents of four children: Lyla Christine of Washington Terrace, Utah; Don Earl Jewkes (Jeanine) of Layton, Utah; Rosanne Hooley (Kent) of Salt Lake City; and Susan Diane Abass of Costa Mesa, California.

She is survived by one son, three daughters, fifteen grandchildren, thirty-nine great-grandchildren, one great great grandchild, one brother, one sister, and nieces and nephews.
She was active in the LDS church and loved serving her Father in Heaven and Savior there. She had been active in the VFW Auxiliary, and the Click Club (Rook).

She loved gardening and the many flowers in her yard, writing poetry, painting, quilting, fishing, temple work, family history work, and serving her family with love.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on August 16, 2007 at the Orangeville LDS Ward Chapel ( 45 West 100 South). A viewing will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. prior to the services at the chapel. Internment will be in the Orangeville City Cemetery, under the direction of Fausett Mortuary.

Billy Wiswell

HELPER- Our beloved father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend William Steven “Billy” Wiswell, age 49, returned to his heavenly father on August 10, 2007.

He was born July 17, 1958 in Price to John Lea and Ora “Bunny” Fenn Wiswell.

Billy enjoyed fishing, bottle hunting, and spending time with his friends. He was a “free bird” and lived life his way. Billy played hard and was always there when someone needed help. He was a friend to all and will be dearly missed.

Survived by his daughter, Billie Jo Wiswell, Oklahoma; mother, Ora “Bunny” Magann, Helper; four grandchildren; two sisters; Susan (Robert) Richardson, Peggy Rathburn; three special nieces and two nephews; 22 great nieces and nephews; one great great nephew; ex wife, Debbie Shellman.

Preceded in death by his father and many long time friends.

Visitation Wednesday, August 15, 2007, 5:00-6:30 p.m., Mitchell Funeral Home. Arrangements entrusted to Mitchell Funeral Home of Price.

Robert Lee Ashley
“Cowboy Bob”

EAST CARBON - Robert Lee Ashley, 71, passed away August 7, 2007, at his home.

Bob was born May 23, 1936, in Ozark, Arkansas, to Robert Lee and Bessie Hensley Ashley. He married Rose Nadine Sleath Hopkins on October 26, 1961.

Bob was an intelligent, opinionated man with a wonderful sense of humor who had a great love for family and friends. He was so dedicated to “my Rose” that he stayed with her at Castle Country Care Center to help her adapt to living there. On his last day he talked about things that were in their house because “my Rose likes them.”

Bob was a talented woodworker who hand-pieced several beautiful boxes for his family. He hand-finished gun stocks and leaded them so the rifles didn’t kick. He was highly skilled with leatherwork.

Bob served in the Army in Germany for 4 years. He earned an A.S. at C.E.U. and was an x-ray technician. He was a coal miner for many years and a dedicated member of UMWA.
He is survived by his wife and her children Timothy A. (Trisha) Hopkins, Colorado Springs, and Melody Kim Patrick (Sunnyside), grandchildren Timothy R. Hopkins, Camille Hopkins, Ryan Patrick, Sheena Patrick, 2 great-grandchildren and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, step-father Kenneth “Kink” Daniel, brothers William Ashley and Gary Daniel.

Memorial services will be Friday, August 17, 2007, at 2:00 p.m. at Fausett Mortuary, 680 E. 100 S., Price, Utah. Cremains will be spread by family and friends at a later date. Bob has requested no flowers.

Norv S. Worthen

FERRON - Norv S. Worthen, 70, passed away on August 8, 2007 in Price, Utah. He was born on November 29, 1936 in Ferron, Utah as the second of three children to Verl H. Worthen, and Elva Livingston Worthen. He married Mickie M. Boam on December 8, 1955 in Reno, NV. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Ogden LDS Temple.

Norv was raised in Ogden, Utah where he attended Ben Lomond High School. He enjoyed returning to Ferron in the summers to help out on the Livingston farm. Norv played on the first organized baseball youth team in Ogden where he was selected as an All-Star. He worked for O.U.R. & D. Railroad for 12 years, was the manager of Phillips 66 Petroleum-Propane in Ogden, and he retired from Western Zirconium in 1995. He then moved back to Ferron, his place of birth, in 2001 to be back where his ancestors’ roots are.

Norv was a member of the LDS church. He served as ward clerk, home teacher, and coached the Young Men in sports. Norv was an avid sports fan. The Cincinnati Reds, Atlanta Braves, and Utah Jazz were among his favorite teams. He had many other hobbies including outdoor sports like hunting, fishing, and horses. He also loved trucks with big wheels and tires. His yard always looked perfect, yard work being something he also enjoyed. Norv enjoyed camping at Flaming Gorge, hunting with family & friends, watching bull riding, and he could fix anything.
Norv is survived by his wife, Mickie, of Ferron; 3 children, Donald Norv Worthen (Nancy) of Centerville, Debra Ann Isacson (Kim) of Farmington, Douglas V. Worthen (Laura) of Bountiful; 12 Grandchildren, Jace, Camber, Cody, Cole, Aanni, Lorisa, Emilie, JeniLyn, Angella, Lance, Kadin, Bodie; 4 ½ great-grandchildren, Tate, Quincee, Max, Jonah, and one soon to be sent from our Father; 2 brothers, LeRoy Worthen (Charlotte) of Tremonton, Blaine E. Worthen (Joyce) of Riverdale; 1 sister, Lorraine Giles (Ned) of Kayesville; 1 sister-in-law, Julie Kenley of West Point; 3 brothers-in-law, Bob Knight of Ogden, Lennie Knight of Layton, Frank Knight of Salt Lake City; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister-in-law.

Graveside services will be August 14, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. at the Ferron Cemetery under the direction of Fausett Mortuary.

Betty Jones

CARBONVILLE-Our loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Betty Katherine Milano Jones, age 76, passed away August 7, 2007 at home after a valiant battle with cancer.
She was born October 2, 1930 in Price to Lee and Gladys Ross Milano.

Married Merrill Allen Jones, April 5, 1949 at Notre Dame de Lourdes Catholic Church in Price.
Betty was a member of the Catholic Church. She was a lifelong resident of Carbon County where she attended Notre Dame School and later graduated from Carbon High School in 1949. Betty was the best wife, mother and grandmother that anyone could ask for. Her life was centered around family and friends, and she was happiest when she was helping and caring for others.
She enjoyed camping, fishing and traveling with family and friends. Betty’s warmth and infectious smile will be dearly missed by her family, and many longtime friends and neighbors. Survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Merrill Jones, Price; four daughters and one son, Marilyn (Arch) Allred, Cleveland, Rick (Lenore) Jones, Queen Creek, AZ, Ginger (Pat) Lemmon, Price, Shelly (Barrett) Lemmon, Cleveland, Dana (Scott) Young, Price; four sisters and one brother, Wanda Woody, Montana, Irene Cripps, Price, Nat (Blaine) Brackus, Salt Lake City, Lee (Betty) Milano, LaRue (Wally) Llewelyn, both of Las Vegas, NV; sister-in-law, Mary Ann Milano, Spring Glen; 15 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, grandson, Glen Lemmon; great-granddaughter, Audrey Eastman; brothers, Dwane and Larry Milano; and sister, Helen Milano.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the entire staff at Rocky Mountain Hospice.
Funeral Mass was August 11, 2007 at the Notre Dame de Lourdes Catholic Church. Committal service was at the Price City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions to the Notre Dame Building Fund.

Mirl P. Holley

PRICE- Our loving husband, father, and grandfather who was loved by all Mirl P. Holley, age 78, passed away peacefully August 7, 2007 at his home in Price.

He was born March 10, 1929 in Fillmore to Mirl and Jessie Milgate Holley.
He attended Fillmore High School and was a member of the US Army from 1946 to 1950 at which time he was part of the Occupational Forces in Germany.

Married Emma Beach on November 11, 1950 in Ely, NV.

Mirl was a member of the Carbon County Sheriffs Posse, Operating Engineers Local #3, and the American Quarter Horse and Dun Association. He was retired from the Operating Engineers and Beaver Creek Coal Company. He loved bowling, fishing, hunting and playing with his horses.
Mirl will be greatly missed by his family and a community of friends.

Survived by his wife, Emma, Price; sons and daughters, Terry (Cheryl), Smithfield; Cliff (Sharon), Rock Springs, WY; Sandy (Rick), Tuscaloosa, AL; Steve (Barbara), Sandy; Frank, Price; fourteen grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.

Preceded in death by his mother Jessie; brothers, Royal and Jay; brother-in-law Ted.
Memorial service was August 11, 2007 at Mitchell Funeral Home 233 East Main Street, Price. Arrangements entrusted to Mitchell Funeral Home.

Wanda Campbell

PRICE-Our loving mother, grandmother and sister, Wanda Harrison Campbell, age 80, passed away August 7, 2007 at Castleview Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.

She was born May 4, 1927 in Shreve, Ohio to Russell and Hazel Harrison.

She married William H. Campbell, October 25, 1946 in Shreve, Ohio; he later passed away on March 10, 2004.

Wanda was a longtime resident of California where she retired from the Kaiser Foundation Hospital in Fontana. In 1991, Wanda and Bill moved to Price where she was blessed with many wonderful friends and acquaintances. Her home was always filled with warmth and she was a grandmother to everyone who entered it. She loved entertaining family and friends, square dancing, golfing. She was an avid NASCAR fan.

Wanda was very crafty, she enjoyed sewing, crocheting, and knitting wash cloths and afghans. She was very generous and her acts of kindness will never be forgotten.

She is survived by her son, Bill and ReNai Campbell, Price; daughter, Becky Kraefft, Denver, CO; brother, Theron and Jean Harrison, Shreve, OH; grandchildren, Kim, Zac, Andy, ReAnn, and Demetria; and four loving great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and husband Bill.

A visitation for family and friends was held August 11, 2007 at Mitchell Funeral Home in Price. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Active Re-Entry Perkie Van, 10 South Fairgrounds Road, Price, Utah 84501