Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Vernal, UT
Ray Thamos Hardinger
Aug 21, 2023
Ray Thamos Hardinger, passed away on August 21, 2023, at the age of 88. He was born on May 15, 1935, in Roosevelt, UT, to Harry and Golda Hardinger. Ray lived a life filled with hard work and adventure. He dedicated many years as a welder in the oil and gas industry. With his strong hands and skilled craftsmanship,...
Wesley Ralph Billings
Aug 20, 2023
Wesley Ralph Billings passed away on August 20th, 2023 at the age of 44. Wesley was born July 31, 1979 in Vernal, Utah to Milton and Diana Billings. Wesley attended school in Vernal and graduated from Uintah High School in 1997. Wesley loved anything outdoors. Camping, side by side riding, riding dirtbikes, fishing, and spending time with his family...
Tre Antonio Davis
Aug 16, 2023
Our loving son, Tre Antonio Davis returned home to his Heavenly Father August 16, 2023 at the age of 17. Tre was born October 1, 2005 in Roosevelt, UT to Leroy Davis and Mindy Springer Davis. Tre was always the light in a room full of people. His smile was contagious to the point he had you smiling with...
David Roland Batty
Aug 15, 2023
David Ronald Batty passed away on August 15th, 2023. at the age of 64. David was born on September 18th, 1958. to Karen Elizabeth and Wayne D. Batty in Vernal Utah. David married Jody on December 7th, 1989, in West Jordan Temple. David loved his family so much and was always thinking of them and sharing fun stories about...
Ruby Laraine (Reese) Valora
Aug 12, 2023
In Loving Memory of Ruby Laraine Reese Valora May 5, 1938 - August 12, 2023 Ruby Laraine Reese Valora, a beloved mother, grandmother, and artist, peacefully passed away on August 12, 2023, at the age of 85. She was born on May 5, 1938, in Vernal, Utah, to Esther Wilhelmina Felt and Jacob Burton Reese. Ruby's life was a...
Sadie Pisisami Junior Tivao Chappell
Aug 11, 2023
Sadie Pisisami Junior Tivao Chappell was born and passed away on August 11, 2023 in Salt Lake City at the University of Utah. She is the infant daughter of Dale Chappel and Femaluai "Fae" Tivao. A private family gathering will take place. Arrangements under the direction of the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home.
Sharon Rosalie (Hall) Bridgeman
Aug 11, 2023
Sharon Rosalie (Hall) Maynard passed away on August 11, 2023 at the age of 80. Sharon was born on February 10, 1943 to Florence Adele Guldranson and Lorrin Deloss Hall in Hasting, MN. Sharon married Thomas Maynard and together they have 3 children, James, Sue, and David. They later divorced. She married Norman Young and later divorced. She met...
Judith Elaine (Schmidt) Whaley
Aug 5, 2023
Judith Whaley passed away on August 5, 2023 at the age of 73. Judy was born on February 20, 1950 in Crystal Lake, Illinois to Ralph Earl Schmidt and Betty Lou Bleazard Schmidt. Judy touched lives with her spirit and huge heart. She enjoyed traveling and so many arts and crafts, but what she really loved was helping people....
Steven "Jake" Jacob Sawyer
Aug 3, 2023
Steven Jacob "Jake" Sawyer passed away on Thursday August 3, 2023. He came into this earth on January 26, 2000, a long-awaited gift for his parents. Born and raised in Vernal, Utah he spent his childhood playing football, baseball, and basketball. It was through these activities that he made several lifelong friends. He enjoyed riding horses and dirt bikes...
Thomas Adrian Lorimor
Aug 1, 2023
Thomas Adrian Lorimor passed away on August 1st, 2023, at the age of 46. He was born on February 24th, 1977, to Leonda Bedford and Randy Lorimor in Vernal, UT. He married Shaije Garcia on July 31st, 2006, in Depew, NY. Thomas had a huge heart. He made it his mission in life to help others. He treasured his...
Earl M Jensen
Jul 30, 2023
Earl M Jensen, age 79, of Vernal, Utah formerly of Mountain View, Wyoming, passed away July 30, 2023, in Vernal, Utah from a courageous battle with cancer. He was born May 12, 1944, in Salina, Utah to George Rudolph Jensen and Francis Eliza Mills. He married Christine Jones July 1, 1966, together they had 4 children; Suzette, Brenda, Davey,...
Norman D Wooley
Jul 27, 2023
Norman D Wooley, a beloved soul, left a profound impact on all who had the privilege of knowing him on July 27, 2023, at the age of 87. He passed away peacefully, embraced by the warmth of his loved ones. His memory will forever be cherished, and his legacy will continue to inspire and bring comfort to those he...
Jose Chrisotomo Hernan Salazar
Jul 25, 2023
Jose Salazar, age 78 of Vernal, Utah, passed away on Tuesday May 25, 2023. A private family gathering will take place next week. Services under the direction of the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home. A full obituary will be posted soon. Please check back.
Evelyn Y (Young) Harmston
Jul 19, 2023
Evelyn (Young) Harmston passed away on July 19, 2023 at the age of 75. She was born on November 21, 1947 to Lillian (Van) Young and Nelson J. Young Sr. in Salem, Oregon. Evelyn married Colin Eugene Harmston on August 27, 1984 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Evelyn loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She was very proud of...
Max Anderson
Jul 10, 2023
Max Anderson passed away on July 10, 2023, at the age of 89. Max was born on December 8, 1933, to Maud and Loren Anderson in Vernal. Max served his country honorably in the army which took him many places including Germany. Max was blessed with his 2 boys but lost them far too young. Max spent his career...
Robert Tribe
Jul 8, 2023
Robert Oliver Tribe completed his earthly mission on July 8, 2023. He was born to Oliver J. and Jeneal R. Tribe on April 13, 1943, in Ogden, UT. Bob grew up in Ogden and worked with his Dad on many projects, but most of all they enjoyed restoring old cars together. He received his bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering...
Marilyn Dale (Leavitt) Priest
Jul 7, 2023
Marilyn Dale (Leavitt) Priest passed away on July 7, 2023 at the age of 81. Marilyn was born on April 28, 1942 to Lucille Norine Liddel and Kenneth Barney Leavitt in Portland, Oregon. Marilyn married Teddy Dean Priest on June 14, 1961 in Duchesne, Utah being sealed in 1987 in Provo. They have three children Krys, Kathy, and Shad. Marilyn...
Betty Jean (Frier) Street
Jul 1, 2023
"Our Amazing Mother" Betty Jean (Frier) Street passed away Saturday July 1, 2023 in Vernal, Utah. She was born August 11, 1938 in Lehi, Utah to Norma (Couder) and Eugene Frier. She met and married Leland Edward Street. She has 10 children, Kurt, Tanya, Tim, Trina, Dale, Trudy, Parry, Tiny, Casey, and Troy. She loved being with her family...
Kimberly Ann (Doxtator) Mccurdy
Jun 27, 2023
Kimberly Ann (Doxtator) McCurdy passed away on June 12, 2023 at the age of 63. Kimberly was born June 2, 1960, to Betty Jane and Clayton M. Doxtator in Potsdam, New York. Kim enjoyed fishing, camping, and board games. She worked for many years at the food pantries in Uintah County and Salt Lake City. She is survived by partner,...
Richard Islas
Jun 26, 2023
Richard Islas passed away on June 26, 2023, at the age of 73. He was born on June 13, 1950, to Amelia Saldana and Pedro Islas in San Bernadino, California. He married Paula Mansfield on November 24, 1979, in Barstow, California. Richard enjoyed music, dancing, gardening, holidays (especially Christmas), and family celebrations. He was beloved by all children and was...
