Obituaries

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.

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...

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....

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

Jun 23, 2023

Gaila Renae Holmes age 82 of Vernal, passed away June 23, 2023 in Vernal, Utah. She was born on August 27, 1940 in Altonah, Utah to Charlie and Reba Timothy. She married Duane (Duke) William Holmes on November 2, 1959 in Las Vegas, Nevada, and was later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple in 1965. They have 3 children...

Jun 14, 2023

Ernest Alma Buist passed away on June 14, 2023 at the age of 87. Ernie was born on December 7, 1935 to Alma & Gladys Buist in Vernal, Utah. Ernie married Gloria on June 15, 1985 in Brush Creek. Ernie served in the US Army in Panama in 1954. After returning home from his service, Ernie owned and operated...

Jun 13, 2023

**Ashley Valley Funeral Home is not handling the services for Elizabeth JoeAnn Summarell; the obituary is being posted as a courtesy to the family.**

Elizabeth JoeAnn Summarell, age 88, of Roosevelt, passed away June 13, 2023.

She was born March 30, 1935 in Myton Utah to Leonard Guy Taylor and Jennie Roselan Herring Taylor ....

Jun 9, 2023

Brent Evan Wilson age 73 of Vernal, Utah, passed away Friday June 9, 2023 in Mabank, Texas. Graveside Services are Friday, June 23, 2023 at 2:30pm at the Manti City Cemetery, Visitation Friday morning from 9AM ~ 10AM at the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home. Services under the direction of the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home.

Jun 3, 2023

Lita Marie Simper Bullock passed away on June 3, 2023, just one month shy of her 93rd birthday. She was born to Walter B. and Norma Simper on July 8, 1930. She grew up and was a lifelong resident of Vernal. Lita graduated from Uintah High School in 1948. Later that year, she met her lifelong companion, Raymond Bullock....