Shirley (Gentry) Burgess

Shirley Dean Gentry Burgess Aug 25, 1934 ­ Nov 17, 2016 Shirley Dean Gentry Burgess, age 82, returned home to her Heavenly Father  on  November  17,  2016  after  enduring  a  long  struggle  with dementia and other health problems. Shirley was born August 25, 1934 in Price, Utah to Berniadine Owen Gentry and John O. Gentry. Shirley grew up in Hiawatha, Utah and was proud to be  a  coal miner’s daughter. She married the love of her life, William (Bill) Garth Burgess on January 28, 1954 and later solemnizing their marriage in the Salt Lake Temple. They moved to Salt Lake City Avenues in 1960 making it their home for many years until relocating to South Jordan, UT in 1995. What  Shirley  enjoyed  most  in  life  was  spending  time  with  her sweetheart  and  family.  She  and  her husband  Bill  were  constant companions.  They  enjoyed  traveling  on  their  motorcycle,  visiting  all but four US states. They  also loved  camping in their trailer  and spent many winters together in Arizona. Shirley will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great­grandmother. She also had a special love of animals, even if they were not her own. She loved life and all that it had to offer. Shirley is survived by her devoted daughter, VaLair Rupp; and loving son­in­law  Laurie  Rupp;  three  grandchildren:  Burkeley  (Kate)  Rupp, Carson  (Bryan)  Stott,  Brooklyn  (Taylor)  Laybourne;  seven  greatgrandchildren: Connor Rupp, Parker Stott, Reagan Stott, Boston Stott, Staten Laybourne, Hudson Laybournce and Bronx Laybourne; brotherin­law Jay (Barbara) Martino; sisters­in­law: Myrna (Don) Wallace and Ruth Burgess.  Preceded  in  death  by  her  parents John  and Berniadine Gentry; husband William Burgess; and sister, Donna Martino. Shirley’s family is thankful for the  example that she was to them  and grateful for the plan of salvation and the knowledge that she has been reunited with her dear sweetheart “Billy”. The family is appreciative of the loving care Shirley received from the staff  at Carrington Court  and  the  tender  care  provided  by Inspiration Hospice. Funeral services will be held Monday, November 21, 2016, 12:00 noon at  McDougal  Funeral  Home,  4330  South  Redwood  Road,  where  a viewing will be held from 10:30­11:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Salt Lake City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Humane Society of Utah, P.O. Box 573659, Murray, UT 84157­3659.

Shoro Budo Obituary

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1928-2016

Shoro Budo, son of Toraichi Budo and Torachiyo Araii, passed away surrounded by his family on August 2, 2016. He was born September 3, 1928 in Mohrland, Utah. He was raised in Hiawatha, Utah. Started school at Carbon College in Price Utah where he later met his wife Lois Christianson whom he was married to for 61 years.. Shoro served his country during World War II as a member of the occupying forces in Japan and later was stationed at Fort Lewis, Washington during the Korean War. Following his military service he attended Utah State University, where he played football and earned a BS in geology. Some years later, with a wife and 3 kids, went back to school and earned his Master’s degree specializing in Hydrogeology from the University of Arizona. His work as a hydrogeologist took him to different parts of the world including Kabul, Afghanistan and Cochabamba, Bolivia. This love of travel and exploring different cultures has been passed on to his children. He was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints and served in various capacities. He worked with the youth and the Boy Scout program, served as a temple worker and had the wonderful opportunity to serve three missions with his wife in Okayama, Japan and the Deseret Ranch near Orlando, Florida. Shoro enjoyed all types of sports and he as an avid runner. He completed 13 marathons and one of his most memorable experiences was participating in the Boston Marathon at the age of 61. Shoro will be dearly missed by friends and family. He is survived by his wife Lois and children Jan, Chris and Tami Budo. A graveside service will be held in his honor in Spanish Fork Utah on Saturday August 6, 2016 at 11:00 am

LaRue Spigarelli Obituart-Printed in Sun Advocate

LaRue Spigarelli was born in Scofield, Utah on May 3, 1935 to Jennie and John Jarvi. She passed away on August 9, 2016 after enduring Multiple Sclerosis for over 25 years. She spent her life in church and family service. She was loved by all who knew her, and, in spite of the trials and pains of MS, she rarely complained. LaRue was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Jack. She is survived by her daughter, Rebecca (John Thomas) Jorgensen, her grandchildren, Madison, Arden and Gabriel; her sisters Melba (Bob) Henderson and Marjorie (Dave) Paur, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at the Price 10th Ward building Saturday, August 13 at 3:00 p.m. Interment at Cliff View Cemetery.

Jennie Colosimo obit notice

ST. GEORGE/PRICE- Jennie Kolovich Colosimo, age 94, passed away on August 5, 2016   in St. George, UT.
 She was born in Mohrland, UT on August 2, 1922 to Mike and Julia Svilar Kolovich.

She and her husband, John Colosimo, lived for many years in Hiawatha.

Jennie was active in the American Legion Auxiliary and the Hiawatha Youth Organization. She loved to go for rides, especially up in the mountains.  She never passed up a chance to go fishing or out to breakfast. She loved to dance.

Survived by her children, John (Toni), Portland, OR, Gloria (Errol), Virgin, UT and Frank (Cindy), Mount Juliet, TN; grandchildren, Dina, Kim, Katie and Lisa Colosimo, Trent (Jennifer) Hohrein, and great grandchildren Wyatt, BreeLynn and Ella; cherished nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by her parents, her husband, sisters Milka and Mary, brothers Joe, Mike, Eli and Jimmy.

Graveside service, Thursday, August 11, 2016, 10:00 a.m., Price City Cemetery. Family will receive friends at Mitchell Funeral Home on Thursday one hour prior to the graveside. Arrangements entrusted to Mitchell Funeral Home of Price where friends are always welcome daily and may share memories of Jennie online at www.mitchellfuneralhome.net.

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Paul Clavell Obit Notice

1927 ~ 2016
South Jordan, UT-Paul Raymond Clavell, 89, passed away on August 2, 2016, at his home in South Jordan, UT, surrounded by his family. He was born on March 15, 1927, in Mohrland, UT, to Felix and Nellie (Beveridge) Clavell. Paul served in WWII in the Army Air Corps as a chief mechanic on B-29 aircraft. He married the girl of his dreams, Arlene Peterson. They were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple and were blessed with four children, and adopted others through love. Paul worked at Jordan Builders Supply in West Jordan for more than 35 years. He truly enjoyed people, and his love and sense of humor brought others to love him. He loved fishing and teaching his children and grandchildren to fish. Paul served faithfully in the LDS Church and remained dedicated to his faith all of his life. He lived well, died peacefully, and is now reunited with his beloved wife. He is survived by his children Susan, Paula (Rod Thorstrom), Denise (John Bass), Richard "Skip" (Julie Jorgensen), Maria "Tochi" (Kelvin Green), Reiko Ise, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. (Dad always said all of his grandchildren are "great.") Funeral Services will be held Saturday, August 6th at 11 AM, at the LDS church building, 4881 W. Cindy Lane (9600 So.), South Jordan, UT, with viewings Friday, August 5th, 6 PM to 8 PM and Saturday from 10 AM to 10:45 AM at the same location.

Published in Deseret News on Aug. 4, 2016

Lorraine Self-Mathis Obituary

January 3, 1928 ~ July 16, 2016
Lorraine passed away peacefully in the early-morning hours of July sixteenth. Born to Lloyd and Belle Black in Hiawatha, Utah, she lost her mother when just eleven years of age. In the midst of the Great Depression, she cared for four younger siblings, the youngest of whom was not yet two. She finally gave up on her own schooling at fourteen.
She wed a handsome Air Force cadet, David A. Self, Jr., when just sixteen. Moving about every two years, she gave birth to Larry in Panama, Sande in Louisiana, Greg in New Mexico and Jennifer in Nevada. She and David divorced, after which she traveled all over Europe, visiting castle ruins of ancient ancestors in Scotland and the humble home of those in Northern Ireland who joined the LDS Church and came to Nauvoo, Illinois. She had a special love for England.
She later married Henry Mathis in the Jordan River Temple. Her dearest wish has been to see her mother again, but in the ensuing years, she lost her father, her husband, both sons, a grandson and a daughter. She is enjoying a glorious reunion with the many loved ones who preceded her in death.
Lorraine is survived by daughter Sande (Jim) Bell; siblings Don (Terry), Bruce and Bill (Claudya) Black and Elaine (Lynn) Eatchel; twelve grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.
Private services are to be held to honor her life.

Published in Deseret News from July 19 to July 20, 2016

Grant Babcock Obit

HELPER- It is with great sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Sheldon Grant Babcock on July 10, 2016 after a long illness. Grant was a devoted son, husband, dad, best grandpa, great grandpa, and friend to many.

He was born on April 10, 1929 in Hiawatha, Utah to Vardes Andrew Babcock and Mary Albertson Babcock. He grew up in Castle Gate (Willow Creek), Utah and graduated from Carbon High School in 1947, and the College of Eastern Utah in 1948.

He married Lorraine Chesnik on June 30, 1950. They lived, loved, laughed and danced together for the following 66 years. She was his sweet Lorraine to the very last day. They became parents to a beloved son, David, and cherished daughter, Shelly.

Grant had a great interest in automobiles. He followed his dad into the coal mining industry to buy his first car. He was a proud member of the UMWA, and served as a moderator between labor and management for many years. He was the last survivor of a mine explosion, which claimed the lives of nine of his friends and co-workers on December 16, 1963. After serving on the rescue team for two days he walked away, never to return again. In 1965 he established his own business, Grant’s Distributing Company, and managed it successfully for the next 32 years.

He loved the outdoors, fishing, hunting, and snowmobile riding with family and friends. Grant was a life member of the Price Elks Lodge #1550. He served every chair office and was elected Exalted Ruler in 1965-66, during the lodge’s glory days with 900 members. He also served on the Board of Trustees for 20 years, guiding the principles of the lodge and supporting community charities. Grant lived by their code of Charity, Justice, Fidelity, and Brotherly Love. For 50 years, he placed the Elks Memorial flags on deceased member’s graves at the Helper Cemetery, because an Elk member is never forgotten.

Grant was a gentle man who had the ability to build or repair everything and anything including a broken toy or a broken heart. One of his most enjoyable hobbies was automobiles. He owned many and was an expert mechanic. His favorite was a 1930 Ford Model A Roadster, which he restored to perfection with his son. He was a member of the Pair-A-Dice Car Club and won numerous trophies at car shows.

He and Lorraine were honored as Grand Marshalls of the Helper Christmas parade in 2004, which was great fun. He was a member of the S.N.P.J. Lodge #689 in Helper and served as President for 30 years from 1986 to 2016. He was co-chairman of the Slovenian Day Picnic for 25 years.

After he retired, he and Lorraine traveled the world from Hawaii to Rome, and Canada to Mexico, and many great places along the way, but his favorite place was their home at 5th Avenue in Helper, among his friends and loving family.

Survived by his wife, Lorraine; son, Dave (Gaye) Babcock, Spring Glen; daughter, Shelly (Jim) Stephenson, Houston, Texas; grandchildren, Michelle (Sam) Slaughter, Stefanie (Dave) Mumford, Chas (Emily) Morris, and Jenna-Raine Morris; six great granddaughters, Cheyanne, Ashlyn, Kaydi Jo, Faith Marie, Isabella Raine, Mackenna; one great grandson, William Grant.

He was the last leaf on his family tree. Preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Bill and Frank; two sisters, Leona Coles and Vivian Laursen; his loving in-laws, Joe, Jennie, and JoAnn Chesnik Couch.

Dad was deeply loved and admired. We shall miss him every moment until we meet again. How sweet it is to love and be loved.

Special thanks to the staff and caregivers at Pinnacle Nursing/Rehab and Symbii Home Health.

Funeral Mass, Thursday, July 14, 2016, 10:00 a.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church. Vigil service, Wednesday evening, 8:00 p.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church. Family will receive friends Wednesday and Thursday at the church one hour prior to service. Interment, Mt. View Cemetery, Helper. Arrangements entrusted to Mitchell Funeral Home of Price where friends are always welcome daily and may share memories of Grant online at www.mitchellfuneralhome.net. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to the Price Elks Lodge #1550 to support their charity programs.

Olive P. Paras Obituary

1926 ~ 2016
Salt Lake City-Olive Petrogeorge Paras loving wife, mother, and "Yiayia" passed away peacefully on Mother's Day, May 8, 2016, in Salt Lake City. She was born in Hiawatha Utah on March 31,1926, to Chris and Pauline Petrogeorge. Olive married her true love, Gus John Paras, on June 17, 1952. They spent nearly all of their time together, running the family business, Paras Market. Their devotion to each other and loving bond was obvious to all who knew them. Olive was astonishingly kind. Children raised in the area fondly remember her passing out candy and putting a dime in the grocery store's mechanical horse to give them a free ride. The first thing most people noticed about Olive was her beautiful hair. She took pride in many different styles over the years but the rich black color never changed. In her later years she had more time to crochet, garden and enjoy her 1926 ~ 2016

Salt Lake City-Olive Petrogeorge Paras loving wife, mother, and "Yiayia" passed away peacefully on Mother's Day, May 8, 2016, in Salt Lake City. She was born in Hiawatha Utah on March 31,1926, to Chris and Pauline Petrogeorge. Olive married her true love, Gus John Paras, on June 17, 1952. They spent nearly all of their time together, running the family business, Paras Market. Their devotion to each other and loving bond was obvious to all who knew them. Olive was astonishingly kind. Children raised in the area fondly remember her passing out candy and putting a dime in the grocery store's mechanical horse to give them a free ride. The first thing most people noticed about Olive was her beautiful hair. She took pride in many different styles over the years but the rich black color never changed. In her later years she had more time to crochet, garden and enjoy her love of cooking for her husband. If you were one of the lucky ones, you received a plate of delicious Greek cookies at Christmas time, or a set of beautifully crocheted dish cloths on special occasions.
Her husband's passing last December was one of the hardest things that Olive endured and she never stopped longing for their eternal reunion. She is survived by her three sons Nick (Kathy) Paras, Jim Paras (Ken Powell) and Michael (Lisa) Paras and two grandchildren Gus Nick Paras and James Michael Paras. Olive was the last of her siblings to depart this earth. But she leaves behind many nieces and nephews who were touched by her kind and caring nature.
Special thanks to Rosewood Assisted Living for her stay there and to Care Source Hospice Center for their compassionate care during her final days.
Olive and Gus were lifelong, faithful members of the Greek Orthodox Church. Funeral services will be held on Saturday May 14th at 11:00 am at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 279 S. 300 W. Friends and family may call at the church for the viewing planned one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Online Condolences may be made at www.MemorialUtah.com

Published in Salt Lake Tribune from May 12 to May 14, 2016

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Her husband's passing last December was one of the hardest things that Olive endured and she never stopped longing for their eternal reunion. She is survived by her three sons Nick (Kathy) Paras, Jim Paras (Ken Powell) and Michael (Lisa) Paras and two grandchildren Gus Nick Paras and James Michael Paras. Olive was the last of her siblings to depart this earth. But she leaves behind many nieces and nephews who were touched by her kind and caring nature.
Special thanks to Rosewood Assisted Living for her stay there and to Care Source Hospice Center for their compassionate care during her final days.
Olive and Gus were lifelong, faithful members of the Greek Orthodox Church. Funeral services will be held on Saturday May 14th at 11:00 am at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 279 S. 300 W. Friends and family may call at the church for the viewing planned one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Online Condolences may be made at www.MemorialUtah.com

Published in Salt Lake Tribune from May 12 to May 14, 2016

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Glenn Davis Obituary

Glenn Davis Obituary

1932 ~ 2016

Our beloved father, brother, uncle, and grandfather Glenn Maxwell Davis, age 83, passed away February 27th, 2016 at the Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, UT from complications caused by multiple myeloma cancer.

Glenn was born September 4th, 1932 in Mohrland, Utah to LeRoy Payton Davis and Ruth Helen Rons. He grew up in the central Utah mining community of Hiawatha where he first developed his love of the great outdoors. He enjoyed sports, especially baseball, and was an avid fisherman, hunter, and camper throughout his life. After four years active duty in the US Navy (1951-1955), Glenn attended Utah State University graduating in 1960 with a degree in Biology. He went to work for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources where he was employed for 34 years as a fisheries biologist.

In 1967, Glenn married Dawn Joan Allred, a beautiful schoolteacher from Grantsville, UT who was working in Price. Their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake City temple in 1976. They made their home together in Granger (West Valley City) until Joan's untimely death in 2005.

As a father, Glenn set an example of integrity and hard work. He provided financial support and emotional encouragement to his children as they pursued their interests-whether in music, sports, cosmetology training, higher education, or starting a business. He also transmitted a love of nature to the many Boy Scouts he mentored and to his family.

Upon retiring from the "Fish and Game," Glenn spent much of his time camping, fishing, gardening, caring for his numerous fruit trees, canning peaches and tomatoes, and cooking special Dutch-oven dinners for the family. He maintained ties with several Hiawatha friends living in the Salt Lake City area and looked forward to regular breakfasts with them. He also served for five years as an ordinance worker in the Jordan River Temple.

Preceded in death by his wife Joan Allred Davis, his brother LeRoy Conrad Davis (killed in action, 1943) and his sisters Hazel Marie and Fern Stella. Survived by his sister Faun Cole of Douglas, WY, his brother Gary Davis of Albuquerque, NM; his four children Daniel, Timothy (Fumi), Anthony (Nicole), and Amanda; six grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 5, 2016 at 11:00 am at the LDS chapel located at 3150 W. Whitehall Dr. (3985 S.) in West Valley City, UT with a viewing 1 hour prior to services. Friends may attend an additional viewing Friday, March 4th from 6-8 pm at the McDougal Funeral Home (4330 Redwood Rd). Interment will take place at Valley View Memorial Park.

Published in Deseret News from Mar. 1 to Mar. 2, 2016

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1932 ~ 2016
Our beloved father, brother, uncle, and grandfather Glenn Maxwell Davis, age 83, passed away February 27th, 2016 at the Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, UT from complications caused by multiple myeloma cancer.
Glenn was born September 4th, 1932 in Mohrland, Utah to LeRoy Payton Davis and Ruth Helen Rons. He grew up in the central Utah mining community of Hiawatha where he first developed his love of the great outdoors. He enjoyed sports, especially baseball, and was an avid fisherman, hunter, and camper throughout his life. After four years active duty in the US Navy (1951-1955), Glenn attended Utah State University graduating in 1960 with a degree in Biology. He went to work for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources where he was employed for 34 years as a fisheries biologist.
In 1967, Glenn married Dawn Joan Allred, a beautiful schoolteacher from Grantsville, UT who was working in Price. Their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake City temple in 1976. They made their home together in Granger (West Valley City) until Joan's untimely death in 2005.
As a father, Glenn set an example of integrity and hard work. He provided financial support and emotional encouragement to his children as they pursued their interests-whether in music, sports, cosmetology training, higher education, or starting a business. He also transmitted a love of nature to the many Boy Scouts he mentored and to his family.
Upon retiring from the "Fish and Game," Glenn spent much of his time camping, fishing, gardening, caring for his numerous fruit trees, canning peaches and tomatoes, and cooking special Dutch-oven dinners for the family. He maintained ties with several Hiawatha friends living in the Salt Lake City area and looked forward to regular breakfasts with them. He also served for five years as an ordinance worker in the Jordan River Temple.
Preceded in death by his wife Joan Allred Davis, his brother LeRoy Conrad Davis (killed in action, 1943) and his sisters Hazel Marie and Fern Stella. Survived by his sister Faun Cole of Douglas, WY, his brother Gary Davis of Albuquerque, NM; his four children Daniel, Timothy (Fumi), Anthony (Nicole), and Amanda; six grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 5, 2016 at 11:00 am at the LDS chapel located at 3150 W. Whitehall Dr. (3985 S.) in West Valley City, UT with a viewing 1 hour prior to services. Friends may attend an additional viewing Friday, March 4th from 6-8 pm at the McDougal Funeral Home (4330 Redwood Rd). Interment will take place at Valley View Memorial Park.

Published in Deseret News from Mar. 1 to Mar. 2, 2016

Evelyn (Christensen) Petty Obituary

Evelyn Christensen Petty

Mar 04, 1920 - Jan 08, 2016

Evelyn Christensen Petty, age 95, passed away January 8, 2016 in Taylorsville, Utah of conditions due to age. Born March 4, 1920 in Castlegate, Utah, 10th child of Neils Christian Christensen and Helga Erickson. Married to Boyd Albert Petty on November 6, 1942 in Hiawatha, Utah, later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple on April 16, 1954.
All her life, loved being a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as visiting teacher, teacher, leader and music chorister, pianist and choir member. Enjoyed serving in the Jordan River Temple Baptistry for 25 years.
Survived by son, Stanley Boyd Petty and wife Vicky, Magna; daughter, Lorraine Nielsen and husband John, Logan; and son Douglas Craig Petty and wife Gayla, Flower Mound, Texas; 18 grandchildren, 65 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 12 at 11:00 am at the Granger Ward, 2850 W. 3835 So. West Valley City, Utah, 84119. Friends may call Monday, January 11, 2016, 6:00-8:00 pm at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 So. Redwood Road, Taylorsville, Utah or at the Granger Ward Tuesday,10:00-10:45 am prior to the funeral. Interment, South Jordan City Cemetery.

James Albert Hoopes obituary

James Alfred Hoopes was called home unexpectedly on December 28, 2015, in Phoenix, Arizona. James lovingly known as Jimmie is survived by his wife, Sandi Hoopes of Lyman, Wyoming; Children, James D. (Carol) Hoopes, Rick (Debby) Hoopes, Pam (Bob) Brown all of Lyman, Wyoming, Randy (Corrine) Hoopes of Roy, Utah, Kris (Merrill) Stringer of Robertson, Wyoming, Cliff (Donna) Hoopes of Fort Bridger, Wyoming, and Kari (John) Combs of Queen Creek, Arizona. James is also survived by multiple nieces and nephews as well as his only surviving sister-in-law, Dorothy Livingston of Price, Utah.  Additionally, his legacy continues in the hearts of 26 grandchildren, 59 great-grandchildren, and 30 great-great-grandchildren, and his service dog Maggie.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Burl and Mildred Hoopes of Lyman, Wyoming, five siblings, Reed Livingston, Leona Thomas, Mildred Siddoway, Dorothy Wilder, and Burl Hoopes, as well as his grandson Jeremy Hoopes, his great-granddaughter Ashlee Saunders, and his loving pet and eighth child Rogue. Jimmie was born on June 22, 1929 in Lyman, Wyoming to Burl O. and Mildred Hoopes.  He married the love of his life, Sandi Padgett, legally on May 27, 1975.  The marriage was later solemnized in the Logan, Utah Temple on August 4, 1980.  Their lives took form in Lyman, Wyoming where he ran heavy equipment for construction but his love was shearing sheep which he pursued for 61 years.  He taught all of his children, and then grandchildren how to work hard. His children remember him as a loving, driven, and family oriented man who encouraged them to follow their dreams. Jimmie was accomplished in shearing sheep and was the Vice President, and later on President of the Sheep Shearer’s Union for 26 years.  He was the oldest member of the Sheep Shearer’s Union until his death.  Shearing sheep was a true passion for Jimmie. Over his many years of working sheep, he sheared over one million collectively, and two million including tagging sheep.  He also volunteered his time to shearing sheep for local 4-H participants.  Jimmie was an active member of the LDS Church and a Home Teacher for 32 years. He never once missed a visit.  Jimmie had a love of travel and the outdoors.  He taught all of his children and grandchildren to hunt and fish. He would often take them on picnics, a long drive, and to hunt rocks.   Funeral service will be held on Monday, January 4, 2015 at 1pm at the Lyman LDS Stake Center in Urie.  Viewing will be held Sunday evening at the church from 6 to 8pm as well as 1 hour prior to the service on Monday.  Interment will follow at the Lyman, Wyoming Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a fund has been set up at Wells Fargo Bank for Jim Hoopes Memorial Fund to benefit his wife Sandi, as he would have wanted.