Thomas "Thom" George Wardell, age 85 of Vernal, husband of Pearl Wardell, passed away with his family surrounding him on July 21, 2021. Services are pending at this time. Please check back for updated service information, and a full obituary.

Henry A. Vigil passed away on July 16, 2021 at the age of 81. Henry was born on September 12, 1939 to Maria E. Ortega and Francisco Vigil in Hotchkiss, Colorado. Henry married Maria Pena in Vernal. Henry enjoyed spending time with his family, especially grandkids. He was always up for a game of pool, he was known as "Hawkeye" by his friends. Henry served in the US Army. He was a devoted Catholic and served with The Knights of Columbus. Henry worked for American Gilsonite for 30...

Aneta Gwen Shoemaker, age 76, of Fort Collins, Colorado passed away July 15, 2021. A celebration of life for Aneta will be held at a later date. Burial took place in Vernal Memorial Park under the direction of the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home. Online condolences may be shared at www.AshleyValleyFuneralHome.com A full obituary will be posted soon. Please check back.

Owen M. "Puffer" Wall passed away on July 8, 2021 at the age of 81. Puffer was born on December 16, 1939 to Mertyl Mary Mathews and Amosa Marion Wall in Vernal, Utah. Puffers biggest passions in life were fishing, hunting and gardening. Puffer is survived by JoAnn LePore Wall; daughters Karine (Shane) Simper and Krista Wall; brother Louie Wall; granddaughter MaKenzy Mary Simper, grandson Rance (Desiree) Brown; and great-grandsons Decker and Ryker Brown; He is preceded in death...

Linda Sue Beseler, age 62, of Vernal, passed away Thursday July 8, 2021 in Salt Lake City, with her loving husband Steven by her side. Linda was born July 3, 1959, to Peggy Jean Burling, and Allen Reinholt Cross in Cortez, Colorado. Linda married Steven Beseler in Moab, Utah on September 30, 1983, where they began their lives together. Linda enjoyed the company of many co-workers and customers as exemplified by her ten years at the local City Market Grocery Store and the Maverick...

Verla Roper Cook passed away on June 30, 2021 at the age of 87. Verla was born on November 8, 1933 to Marcella Kidd and Bryant Laroe Roper in Vernal, Utah Verla married Darvel W. Cook one October 22, 1953 in Vernal, Utah. She is survived by her children: Dave (Brenda) Cook, Darla (Morgan) Caldwell, Verlyn (Ann) Cook, Linda (Allan) Holmes, Nyle (Jolene) Cook; sisters: Yvonne (Kermit) Harrison, Zelma Lyons, Elaine (Cleve) Karren; and brother Clifton (Maria) Roper; she has 25 grandchildren and...

Clifta Carol Searle Johnson passed away on June 30, 2021 at the age of 84. Clifta was born on May 14, 1937 to Wanneta Burton and Clifton Charles Searle in Vernal, Utah. Clifta married Iowa Dean Johnson on November 19, 1954 in Vernal, Utah. Clifta's family was her life. She loved family get togethers and attended all activities of her children and grandchildren. She worked in retail, food services and as a secretary so she could spoil her kids. She loved to travel. Clifta was a beautiful...

Fred William Scovell went to be with Jesus June 26, 2021. Fred was born in Canton Illinois on September 28, 1928 to Fred Whitlesey Scovell and Edythe Stoke Scovell. Fred was the youngest of two siblings. Barbara Bushman being the oldest and brother Edward Eugene Scovell. Both deceased. He would often say, his big sister spoiled him and big brother made him tough. Fred grew up in Canton, Illinois, and the family moved to Kennewick, WA when he was 16. He attended Kennewick High School and was...

Leann Smuin passed away on June 25, 2021, at the age of 58. Leann was born on March 16, 1963, to Evelyn Eaves and Ferris Eaton in Anaheim, California. Leann married Brad Smuin on April 24, 1981, in Vernal, Utah. Leann met the love of her life, Brad, at 15. They spent the next 43 years building a home together. They were blessed with a beautiful daughter. Leann was an amazing wife and mother. She took pride in making a beautiful family and home. She was always there for everyone. Always...

Larry Jay Bigelow passed away at his home on June 24, 2021 surrounded by his wife and children at age 84. He was born September 4, 1936 to Charles and Vonda Bigelow. Larry grew up on a farm in LaPoint, Utah. He married is high school sweetheart, Rosemary Daniels on September 5, 1956. They were later sealed in Salt Lake City Temple on March 6, 1964. Larry enlisted in the United States Air Force and spoke fondly of the memories he had serving his country. For 42 years, Larry worked for Moon...