Betty Reaveley Obit Notice

Betty LeFlore Reaveley

January 23, 1933 ~ October 6, 2012

Our loving mother and grandmother, Betty LeFlore Reaveley, passed away tragically on October 6, 2012, exactly one year from the time of her husband’s passing. She was taken from us too soon and before we were prepared to say good-bye.

Betty was born January 23, 1933 to Houston Benjamin LeFlore and Inez LeFlore in Wister, Oklahoma. Her family moved to Hiawatha, Utah in 1947 where she met her sweetheart Clyde.

She married Clyde R. Reaveley in 1951 and their marriage was solemnized in 1963 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They had three sons: Gary, Rod (Diane), Jimmy (Roslyn), six grandchildren; Shawn, Brooke, Brad, Benjamin, Isaac, Caleb, and great-grandchildren; Mayah, Ashton, Garrett, Kyra, Zack, and soon-to-be Skylar.

Betty is survived by one brother Joe LeFlore of LeFlore, Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Clyde, and her three sisters: Doris, Margaret, and Bernice.

Betty taught us much about unconditional love as we watched her care for her husband over the past years. Her family was so important to her and she loved nothing better than spending time with them.

Betty loved the Gospel, family dinners, going for walks, taking drives with her husband, bird watching, her cats, and the wonders of nature. She created beautiful paintings and sewed beautiful quilts for her home and family. Betty was an example to us as she faced her life with grace and joy. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many callings. She was a Temple Ordinance worker along with her husband Clyde. She worked as a Head Teller for many years at the First National Bank of Layton. Betty was very patriotic and regularly served as an Election Judge.

Funeral services will be held Friday, October 12, 2012 at 11 a.m. at Lindquist’s Layton Mortuary, 1867 No. Fairfield Road. Friends may visit family Friday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the mortuary. Interment, Lindquist’s Memorial Park at Layton, 1867 No. Fairfield Road.

Mike Varanakis (spouse of Sylvia Maragakis)

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Mike Nick Varanakis

Mike Nick Varanakis
1924 ~ 2012
Mike Nick Varanakis, our beloved husband, father, grandfather "Papou" and uncle passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on September 23, 2012, at the age of 87.
Mike was born on October 31, 1924 to Nick and Georgia (Sarras) Varanakis in Kenilworth, Utah.
Mike graduated from Carbon High School in 1942. He excelled in track, football and boxing. Mike served honorably in the U.S. Army during World War II from 1943 to 1946. He was then transferred to the U.S. Air Force and received an honorable discharge from both the Army and the Air Force.
In the fall of 1950, Mike returned to Utah met and married the love of his life, Sylvia Maragakis. The ceremony was held at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Salt Lake City. They enjoyed a long and happy life together. He was never far from his "Dolly". Mike and Sylvia recently celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary on September 17, 2012.
Mike was a devout member of the Greek Orthodox Church and served as Vice President of the Parish Council for 4 years. He was also a member of the Pancretan Association of America for over 60 years and was very proud of his Cretan heritage. Mike was thoughtful, loyal, sincere and truly loved his family. He enjoyed spending time on his backyard patio admiring and tending to his garden. We enjoyed many family gatherings listening to all the old stories he loved sharing. Mike was an avid sports fan. He never missed watching a Utah Jazz or University of Utah game. Papou also enjoyed eating out with his family or finishing up a word search puzzle while snacking on his favorite Hershey's candy bars.
Mike enjoyed working with people. He worked for Sears Roebuck for 27 years, Wolfe's Sporting Goods for 12 years and continued to work at Weight Watchers of Utah until he turned 84.
Mike is survived by his wife Sylvia (Maragakis), three sons; Nick (Ellen), John (Bunnie), Jeff, and his three cherished grandchildren; Mike "Tiger", Nicole "Princess #1", and Alexandra "Princess #2", and his little puppy, Elvis. He had many nieces and nephews who knew him best as Uncle Mike.
Mike was preceded in passing by his parents, Nick and Georgia Varanakis, and sisters; Virginia Poulos and Julie Hatsis.
On Thursday, September 27th, visitors may pay their respects from 6pm to 8pm with a Trisagion Service at 7pm at Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church, 5335 South Highland Drive. The funeral service will be held on Friday, September 28th, at 11am at Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church. Interment to follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 1342 East 500 South.
The family wishes to give special thanks to Jodi, Annie, Rebecca, Rosemary and Kathy for all their tender loving care and support for Mike and his family during his illness.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Greek Orthodox Church Benevolence Fund.
We Love You Dad and Papou!
May his Memory be Eternal.

Published in Salt Lake Tribune from September 26 to September 27, 2012

We had a good turn out at the Hiawatha Breakfast on 1 Oct 2012. Talked about old times, looked at pictures and I think maybe told a few lies. Ha Ha. Those that were there were: Darrell Bearnson- Dean Petrulas-Don Reaveley-Chris Vaseleou-Glenn Davis-Archie McCarrie-Jim Garber-Bob Wilde- Ken Allred-Paul Mecham-Wally Baldwin-Tom Neilson-Mike Manosakis- Jim Bearnson.

BTW-- I also have posted a list of all that signed in at the reunion in August if you want to take a look. If you were there and your name is not listed let me know---It is on the Hiawatha Day Reunion Blog.
Wally

Alice Katsanevas

1923 ~ 2012
Alice Katsanevas, age 89, passed away September 18, 2012 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Alice was born February 1, 1923 in Hiawatha, Utah to Panteli and Argyro Kousterakis Georgelas. She married Michael Katsanevas on June 15th 1946 in the Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral. Alice was a loving and proud wife, mother, and yiayia. She lived with her sister Connie and had many wonderful friends. "You will be missed greatly by the lives you have touched."
Alice is survived by her beloved son Andy and Sherlene Katsanevas; grandchildren Anthony, Lisa (Brady) Walker, Andrew, Michelle (Mike) Drury; great grandchildren Bergen, Lilian, Drake and Maddox, her sister Connie, and numerous nephews and nieces.
Alice was preceded in death by her dearly loved parents, husband Michael, son Michael, two brothers, and six sisters.
Services will be held on Friday September 21st, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church 5335 So. Highland Dr. Friends may call on Thursday at Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church from 6:00-8:00 (prayer vigil will be held at 7:00). Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery.
The family would like to give special thanks to Sherlene, JoAnn Young, the Highland Cove Staff, and Jody and Affinity Hospice.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be given to the Greek Orthodox Church.
"We Love You and Miss You Very Much".

Published in Deseret News from September 19 to September 20, 2012

Pauline (Vogrinec) Hansen

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Pauline Lopan Vogrinec Hansen
1918 ~ 2012
Pauline Lopan Vogrinec Hansen passed away peacefully on September 13, 2012 while her son watched over her. She was born January 2, 1918 to Paulina Zupanc and Charles (Karl) Lopan in Winter Quarters, Utah, the second of three children. She attended school in Carbon County.
She married Joseph Vogrinec on October 9, 1937. Three sons were born to this union. They were later divorced.
Pauline danced her way into Richard L. Hansen's life. They were married June 8, 1962 in Elko, Nevada. The marriage was later solemnized in the Logan LDS Temple. She worked for Salt Lake Mine and Smelter Company, Rayne Softwater, IRS, and Ford, Bacon, and Davis with her husband. Pauline and Dick served an LDS mission in Tampa, Florida. Dick was then called as Bishop of the Ogden 54th ward where she cheerfully served as his helper and favorite counselor. Pauline and Dick worked in the Ogden LDS temple for many years as ordinance workers. She also served in the Primary and Young Women's organizations.
Pauline was a Gold Star Mother.
She loved her home, her beautiful yard, and her neighbors. She loved to cook a fresh breakfast of bacon, eggs, and fresh squeezed orange juice for her grandchildren.
Many winters were spent in Yuma, Arizona.
Pauline and Dick loved to travel with their best friends Wayne and Gwen Hansen, with whom most New Year's Eves were spent playing Pinochle. For the last year and half she could be seen singing and dancing and making many new friends at PeachTree Place in Roy.
Pauline is survived by her one son, Charles W. Vogrinec (Marsha), Riverdale; one daughter-in-law, Sharon Vogrinec, Salt Lake City; one brother-in-law, P. Wayne Hansen, Roy; several grandchildren, great and great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband Richard, 2 sons, Joseph Gary Vogrinec and Thomas Harry Vogrinec, four grandchildren, and two brothers.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, September 17, 2012 at 2 p.m. at Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Friends may visit with family on Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Monday from 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. at the mortuary.
Interment, Ogden City Cemetery.
The family wishes to express gratitude to PeachTree Place and their wonderful staff of loving caregivers and Hospice-4-Utah.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Primary Children's Medical Center, 100 Mario Capecchi Dr., Salt Lake City, UT 84113.
Send condolences to the family at: www.lindquistmortuary.com

Published in Salt Lake Tribune on September 14, 2012

Mike Garcia -- Obit Notice

Mike Garcia Jr.

Mike Garcia, Jr. 1931 ~ 2008 Mike Garcia, Jr. died May 14, 2008 at home surrounded by loved ones, from complication of prostate cancer.He was born in Crested Butte, Colorado on Sept. 28, 1931 to Miguel and Edubiges (Eloisa) Soto Garcia. He had fond memories of growing up in Spring Canyon, Utah. He was a well respected husband, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa, nephew, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, neighbor, and godfather to many. Mike graduated from the College of Eastern Utah. He served our country honorably from 1950-1953 in the Korean Conflict as a proud marine. He married Bertha Escandon on April 30, 1955 in Price, Utah at Notre Dame De Lourdes. They made their home in Hiawatha, Utah while he worked for the railroads. Moving to Salt Lake City in 1959, he went to work at Hill Air Force Base, retiring in 1989. For the past 18 years he chose to become a school crossing guard in his neighborhood. He was well liked by the kids and their parents. He has been a member of St. Patrick's Parish for 39 years. Dad enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, tinkering with cars, painting, and going to Wendover. He loved Mexican music and dancing. Most of all he loved being at family BBQ's, drinking beer and shooting Tequila. When this was no longer in his best interest, he told us to have one for him! He has always been a source of strength and a great leader to all of us. He emphasized hard work, honesty, generosity, integrity, and ONGAWAH. He will be missed by many. Mike is survived by his wife of 53 years, Bertha; his children, Linda (Randy), Johnny (Loretta), Mike (Benita), and Elouise; his grand-children, Joey, Jennifer, Mark, Christina, Christopher, Nicole, Stephanie, Sean Nellie Jo, Lindsey, Michael, Anthony, and Katelyn; his great-grandchildren, Elicia, Isabella, Benny, Alexis, Lillian, Samantha, Jessica, Lucas, and Laila were his pride and joy! Brothers and sisters, Richard, Bobby, Corky, Carmen, Josie, Helen, Margie, Rita, his Tia Cora and his in-laws, the Escandon family. Also by his Oscar and Peaches who comforted him to the end. He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughters, Connie Mary and Valeen; his brother, Henry; father and mother-in-law, John and Carmen Escandon; sisters-in-law Maurine, Eva, Lydia and other beloved family and friends. A special thanks to VistaCare Hospice, the staff on the 5th floor at the U. of U. Medical Center, the dialysis team at the Dumke (Humpty Dumpty) Building and the many friends and family who supported him and his family during his illness. A funeral mass will be celebrated Monday at 11 a.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 1040 W. 400 S. A vigil service will be held Sun. at 7 p.m. also at the church, where friends may call from 6-7 p.m. Committal, Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 4th Ave and T St. Funeral directors, Neil O'Donnell and Sons. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Patrick's Parish, 1040 W. 400 S., SLC, UT 84104.

Published in Salt Lake Tribune from May 17 to May 18, 2008

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