Rebecca Blanche Yonk Hadfield— Fourty-five of Petersboro, died Tuesday, February 10th, 1998, at her home. A complete obituary will follow. Arrangements are by Allen-Hall Mortuary. ~The Herald Journal, February 11th, 1998, page 4.
Rebecca Blanche Yonk Hadfield— passed away February 10th, 1998, at her home after a long and courageous struggle with cancer. Funeral services are noon Saturday, February 14th, 1998, at the Mendon Ward Chapel 20 North 100 West, Mendon. Viewing will be from six to eight p.m. Friday, February 13th, 1998, at the Allen-Hall Mortuary 34 East Center, Logan, Utah, and from ten a.m. to 11:45 Saturday at the Mendon Chapel. Burial in Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, February 13th, 1998, page 4.
Rebecca Blanche Yonk Hadfield— passed away February 10th, 1998, at her home after a long and courageous struggle with cancer. After nearly forty-six years of bringing joy and happiness to her family, she took her place in Heavenly Father's kingdom. Becky was born March 31st, 1952, in Logan to Merlin H. and Martha Blanche Tolman Yonk. She graduated from Sky View High School in 1970, and then attended Utah State University, where she earned a degree in elementary education and received her teaching certificate in 1974. She met her future husband, sweetheart and best friend, Colin Kay Hadfield, at U.S.U. and they were married September 1st, 1972. They lived in Logan, Utah, Laquay, Missouri, Dugway, Utah and for the past eighteen years in Petersboro, Utah. While living in Dugway, Becky managed the preschool program in which she was able to begin her two oldest children's education. She was always encouraging and involved in the schooling of her four sons and their extracurricular activities and enjoyed watching them progress in their lives. She served often in the Wellsville Elementary P.T.A., including one year as president. Becky was a very active member of the L.D.S. Church. She served as the president of the Mendon First Ward Relief Society for over five years and continued to serve as the president for over a year after she was diagnosed with cancer (during which time her excellent counselors were a great help and comfort). Some of her happiest and most fulfilling times were spent in this calling, despite her deteriorating health. She was loved for her compassion and charity. It was said it would be difficult to follow her as president. She also spent many years teaching in several church callings, including the young women's presidency, and the primary presidency, and supporting her husband in his callings. We will miss her smile, the laughter we shared and the love that came from knowing her. Her son's could not have had a better mother. She will be sorely missed by her husband and all who knew her. She was a sensitive, caring and loving wife. As a family, we think of her as a survivor and a great example of ever changing womanhood. She blessed us with her presence, and we will always have her memory in our hearts. Becky is survived by her beloved and eternal companion, Colin, who lovingly cared for her. Also surviving are her four sons, "There's a special place in heaven and much admiration for the mother of four boys," Bretton (KimberLeigh) Springville, Utah; Nathan, who recently returned from a full-time mission in Seattle, Washington; David and William; her mother, Blanche Yonk; her brothers and sisters, Merlene (Wes) Johnson; Richard (Nancy) Yonk; Judy (Peter) Maughan; Linda (Lynn) Batterman; Reed (Kyle) Yonk. She will also be lovingly remembered by her parents-in-law, Dean and Arla Hadfield; her other in-laws, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, Merlin Yonk. Funeral services are noon Saturday, February 14th, 1998, at the Mendon Ward Chapel 20 North 100 West, Mendon. Viewing will be from six to eight p.m. Friday, February 13th, 1998, at the Allen-Hall Mortuary 34 East Center, Logan, Utah, and from ten a.m. to 11:45 Saturday at the Mendon Chapel. Burial in Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, February 12th, 1998, page 4.
Mendon, Utah— Edgar Stanley Hancock, 82 died unexpectedly Thursday in a Logan hospital. He was born June 30th, 1891, in Mendon, a son of James B. and Emma Olena Sorensen Hancock. He married Nellie Bartlett, June 1st, 1913 in Logan L.D.S. Temple. She died June 2nd, 1971. Mr. Hancock had been active in the L.D.S. Church throughout his life. He had been Bishop of Mendon Ward for several years, Sunday School superintendent in Mendon Ward and in Hyrum Stake; was a president of the 128th quorum of Seventy, and at the time of his death was a high priest. He had been in the superintendency of Sunday School in Logan Stake, had done considerable genealogical work, and was a worker in Logan Temple. In Mendon, he had been active in cicic affairs. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Madall Sorensen, Manhattan, Kansas; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren, and one sister, Mrs. Marvell H. Bartlett, Mendon. A son Cleve preceded him in death. Funeral services will be conducted Monday noon in Mendon Ward chapel. Friends may call at Hall Mortuary in Logan Sunday from seven to nine p.m., and at the Relief Society room in Mendon church Monday one hour prior to funeral. Burial will be in Mendon City Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, November 23rd, 1973, page 4.
Funeral Services— for Elmer J. Hancock, 84 former Cache resident, will be conducted Wednesday at one p.m. in Mendon L.D.S. Ward chapel. He died Saturday of a stroke at his home, 619-5th East, Salt Lake City. Friends may call at 255-2nd East, Salt Lake City, Tuesday from six to eight p.m., and at the chapel in Mendon, Wednesday one hour prior to service. Burial will be in Mendon Cemetery. Mr. Hancock was born July 12th, 1888, in Mendon, a son of James B. and Emma Sorensen Hancock. He married Selma Barrett June 17th, 1916, in Logan L.D.S. Temple. He attended Utah State Agricultural College, and served an L.D.S. mission to England from 1913 to 1915. Also, he had been a member of the Mendon Ward bishopric, and Liberty L.D.S. Stake Board. By occupation he was a farmer and carpenter. Surviving are his widow, and a daughter, Faye Mitchell, Salt Lake City. ~The Herald Journal, August 14th, 1971, page 4.
Ex-Mendon Resident Dies, Malad City, Idaho— Mrs. Emma Maud Gardner Hancock, 86 died Wednesday of a short illness in the Dee Hospital, Ogden. She was born April 1st, 1881 at Mendon, Cache County, a daughter of Alfred and Mary Coon Gardner. She was Married to Orson Hancock November 22nd, 1905 in the Logan Temple He died May 27th, 1960. She received her education in the Mendon school, and was an active member of the L.D.S. Church, had resided in Murray, Victor and Blackfoot, Idaho, and Malad City. Survivors include one son and three daughters: Don Hancock and Mrs. Carl (Maxine) Isaacson, both of Ogden; Mrs. Ernest (Mabel) Hartley, Malad City; Mrs. Edwin J. (Hazel) McLeod, Los Altos, California; ten grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; two brothers and two sisters, Arnold Gardner, L.D.S. mission in Nauvoo, Illinois; Hugh, Colusa, California; Mrs. Chauncey L. (Josephine) Sorensen, Ogden; Mrs. Chance (Mae) Payne, Pocatello. Funeral services will be held Saturday, one p.m., in the Malad Third Ward chapel, with Bishop Lon W. Corbridge, officiating. Friends may call at Benson Funeral Home Friday, six to nine p.m., and Saturday prior to service. Burial will be in the Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, April 6th, 1967, page 11.
Esteemed Mendon Woman is Taken— Emma Sorensen Hancock, 81 widow of James B. Hancock, died this morning of infirmities incident to age. She was the daughter of Abraham and Mary Jensen Sorensen and was born October 9th 1863, in Mendon where she had lived her entire life. In October, 1887, she married Mr. Hancock in Logan L.D.S. temple. He died November 21st, 1928. Surviving are the following children: Elmer J. Hancock, Bishop Edgar S. Hancock, Mrs. Marvel M. Bartlett and Frank Hancock of Mendon; Mrs. Monta Longstroth of Preston and Osmer C. Hancock of Silver Bow, Montana; seven grandchildren and three brothers, Joseph N. Sorensen of Mendon; Samuel S. Sorensen, and William C. Sorensen of Salt Lake City. Mrs. Hancock had been active in church and civic affairs of Mendon and was identified with early pioneer life of that community. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday at two p.m. in Mendon with Counselor Claude A. Sorensen officiating. Friends may call at the family home in Mendon Friday evening and Saturday until time of service. Burial will be in the family plot in Mendon cemetery under direction of W. Loyal Hall mortuary. ~The Herald Journal, November 22nd, 1944, page 1.
Mendon, Utah March 12th, 1918— The child of Mr. and Mrs. Orson Hancock of Malad City was buried in our cemetery last week. The services were held in Malad City. The child had been poorly for a time but her trouble was not considered so serious until a short time before she died, so the end came as a great shock to her parents who have our sympathy. ~The Journal, March 13th, 1918, page 6.
James Brigham Hancock Laid at Final Rest at Mendon, November 26th— Funeral services for the late James B. Hancock were held in the Mendon ward chapel Saturday at one o'clock. Opening song, "When the Mists Have Cleared Away," was sung by the choir. Prayer, Elder Joseph T. Wood. "Beautiful Isle of Somewhere" was rendered by the choir. The first speaker was Elder John H. Anderson of Logan who has been a dear friend of the family for a number of years. He spoke of the many good deeds for the deceased. Instrumental duet by Alonzo Wood and George G. Sweeten of Garland. Elder Andrew Sorensen told of the many times Mr. Hancock has helped those who have been left in more unfortunate circumstances than himself and how much he had done to build the town of Mendon. Elder Joseph Watkins, Sr., of Brigham City also spoke. He had been a friend and neighbor of the family for many years. Vocal duet, Lucille Larson and Julia Muir. Patriarch Willim H. Maughan of Wellsville spoke after which Bishop Henry C. Sorensen made the closing remarks. Vocal solo, John O. Hughes. Prayer Elder Mormon D. Bird. The grave was dedicated by Elder Joseph C. Sorensen. Out of town friends of the family who attended the services were Messrs. and Mesdames Ephraim Bergeson, Vernal Bergeson, Gilbert Baker and daughter, all of Cornish; Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Leavitt of Lewiston, Mrs. Josie Sorenson, Miss Aneta Sorenson, Mr. and Mrs. Orson Hancock, Mr. and Mrs. Ormond Sorenson, all of Malad; Mrs. Geneva Murray of Wellsville, Prof. Alma N. Sorensen, Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Sorensen of Logan. ~The Journal, November 26th, 1928, page 8.
Mendon, Utah— Nellie Bartlett Hancock, 77 died at a Logan hospital this morning following a prolonged illness. She was born February 5th, 1894, in Mendon, a daughter of William and Martha Alice Hughes Bartlett. On June 1st, 1913, she married Bishop Edgar Stanley Hancock. The marriage was solemnized it the Logan L.D.S. Temple. Mrs. Hancock had been active in the L.D.S. Church all of her life serving in the Relief Society, as a visiting teacher, in the Primary presidency, and had been president of the Mendon Camp of Daughters of Utah Pioneers. She had served as president of the Ladies of the American Legion Auxiliary, Post 41. Throughout her life, she with her husband had been actively engaged in genealogical work and temple work. Surviving are her husband, Mendon; one daughter, Mrs. Edgar L. (Madall) Sorensen, Manhattan, Kansas. A son Cleve preceded her in death. Also surviving are five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday at one p.m. in the Mendon L.D.S. Ward Chapel by Bishop Zeno Andersen. Friends may call at Hall Mortuary in Logan, Friday from seven to nine p.m. and at the Relief Society Room in the Mendon Chapel Saturday one hour prior to services. Burial will be in Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, June 2nd, 1917, page 4.
Mendon Native Dies In Malad, Malad City, Idaho— Orson Hancock, 78 died Friday in a Malad City hospital after a short illness. He was born February 14th, 1882 at Mendon to Joseph H. and Mary Glover Hancock. On November 22nd, 1905 he married Maud Gardner in the Logan L.D.S. Temple. A retired railroad foreman, he had been a resident of Malad City for thirty-five years where he was active in the L.D.S. church. Survivors include his widow, a son Don, Ogden; daughters, Mrs. Ernest (Mabel) Hartley, Malad; Mrs. Edwin (Hazel) McLeod, Los Alton, California; Mrs. Carl (Maxine) Isaacson, Layton; ten grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Chloe Nelson, San Carlos, California. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, at one p.m. in the Malad First ward chapel. Friends may call at the Benson Funeral Home Monday evening and Tuesday prior to services. Burial will be in Mendon cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, May 29th, 1960, page 14.
Salt Lake City— Selma Barrett Hancock, 87 of 619 South 5th East, Salt Lake City, died June 5th, of natural causes. She was born February 22nd, 1892, in Mendon, to William and Elizabeth Wintergreen Barrett. She married Elmer James Hancock June 17th, 1916, in the Logan L.D.S. Temple. He died August 12th, 1972. Mrs. Hancock was an active member of the L.D.S. Church, serving in the various auxiliaries. Also, she had worked at Carlson Hall, University of Utah, for a number of years. Surviving are a daughter, Faye H. Mitchell, Salt Lake City; two sisters, Mrs. Harold P. (Algie) Brown of Woods Cross, and Mrs. Lottie Richards, Mendon. Funeral services will be conducted Friday noon in the Mendon L.D.S. Ward chapel. where friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment will be in Mendon City Cemetery. under direction of Russon Brothers Mortuary. ~The Herald Journal, June 6th, 1979, page 4.
Native of Mendon Taken by Death— Cleve Hancock, a native of Mendon who has been residing in Ogden for the past ten years, died Friday night at a Salt Lake hospital. He was born March 20th, 1914, in Mendon, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar S. Hancock. He is survived by his wife, Mary Wheeler Hancock; two daughters, Marjorie, nine, and Sherilyn, seven; his parents of Mendon, and a sister, Mrs. Edgar Sorensen of Salt Lake City. Funeral services will be held in the Mendon ward chapel Tuesday at two p.m. Friends may call at the home of his parents in Mendon Tuesday from ten a.m. until time of the services. Burial will be in the Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, August 7th, 1948, page 1.
Ogden, Utah— Velmore Cleve Hancock, 34 of 566 Canyon Road, Ogden, died in a Salt Lake hospital Friday at 9:30 p.m. from lymphoid sarcoma after a long illness. Born March 20th, 1914 at Mendon, Utah, a son of Edgar Stanley and Nellie Bartlett Hancock, he married Mary Wheeler April 23rd, 1938 in Farmington. Survivors include his widow and two children, Margorie Kae and Sherrilyn Coy Hancock, all of Ogden; his parents and a grandfather, William Bartlett, all of Mendon and a sister, Mrs. Madall H. Sorensen, Salt Lake City. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at two p.m. in Mendon ward chapel, with Orson T. Foulger officiating. Friends may call Sunday and Monday at Myers and Foulger's mortuary in Ogden and Tuesday from ten a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at his parents home in Mendon. Interment will be in Mendon cemetery. ~Salt Lake Telegram, August, 7th, 1948.
College Ward, Utah— Doris Baker Hansen, 58 died April 3rd, 1984, at Logan Regional Hospital. She was born May 21st, 1925, in Mendon, a daughter of Charles D. and Phyllis Taylor Baker. She married Dell C. Hansen November 25th, 1942, in Preston. They were later divorced. She was a lifetime resident of Cache Valley and attended the Cache County public schools. She was a member of the L.D.S. Church. Surviving are two sons and four daughters, Kay D. Hansen, Logan; Michael R. Hansen, Hyrum; Mrs. Danny (Pauline) Harris, Logan; Mrs. Clayne (Kathy) Liechty, Nibley; Mrs. Glen (Susan) Gilles, Hyrum; Mrs. Todd (Sandra) Davis, Smithfield; mother, Mrs. Phyllis Baker, Logan; fourteen grandchildren, one great-grandchild. One son preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held Friday at one p.m. in the Hall Mortuary chapel with Bishop Gordon Zilles officiating. Friends and relatives are invited to call two hours prior to services at the mortuary. Burial will be in the Mendon City Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, April 5th, 1984, page 4.
Former Mendon Resident Dies— Bessie Sorensen Hansen, native of Mendon, died Friday in a Salt Lake City hospital of a heart ailment. She was the widow of Peter Hansen, who died several years ago and whom she married thirty-eight years ago. Funeral services will be held in Mendon, Wednesday at one p.m. under direction of Reeves Bird, bishop. Friends may call at the home of a sister Ann Sorensen of Mendon, Tuesday from 11:30 until service time. Burial will be in the Mendon cemetery. Mrs. Hansen was born in Mendon and was the daughter of Peter and Rikke Andersen Sorensen, She graduated from the Brigham Young College, attended Weber College at Ogden and the University of Utah. She taught school in Mendon, was secretary of the Sunday school and a member of the choir before her marriage. She was also active in church affairs in other localities in which she lived after her marriage. Surviving are two sisters, Ann Sorensen of Mendon and Mrs. Marie Richards of Salt Lake City. ~Newspaper Not Listed.
Amos Booth Hardman— was born in Salt Lake City December 14th, 1865, the son of Nancy Booth and Joseph Hardman. He moved to Mendon when but a small boy and lived here until his marriage to Miss Eliza Heath. They then moved to Swan Lake, Idaho where they made their home for several years. Returning to Mendon Mr. Hardman engaged in farming, taking up a permanent residence here. Ten years after the death of his wife, Mr. Hardman married Mrs. Mary Couch of Logan, who with a sister, Mrs. Richard Pilkington survive. Out-of-town guests at the funeral were Mrs. Bertha Buist, Mrs. Eliza Stewart of Wellsville, Mr. and Mrs. George Doane of Logan, Mr. and Mrs. George G. Sweeten of Garland, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Pilkinton and family of Smithfield, Mrs. Alvera Griffin and daughter of Smithfield, Mr. and Mrs. Ferron Lamb of Smithfield, Mr. and Mrs. Pierce Hardman, Mr. and Mrs. Gwen Hardman, Mrs. Ammon Sorensen and Miss Verda Sorensen of Arbon, Idaho, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kidman, Mr. and Mrs. Garl Yonk, W. Church, Fred Poulson of Petersboro. ~The Journal, July 20th, 1929, page 4.
Amy LaRee Hardman— newborn infant daughter of Jonathan Wayne and Laurie Baird Hardman died Monday, February 10th, 1986, at the Logan Regional Hospital. Survivors include her parents of Logan, her grandparents, Thomas and Rayda Baird, Providence; Heber and Shirley Hardman, Logan; great-grandparents, Albert W. and Metta Harrison, Rupert, Idaho; Evaline Baird, Heyburn, Idaho; Don and Irene Crowther, River Heights. Private family graveside services will be at the Mendon City Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, February 12th, 1986, page 4.
Mendon, Utah— Catherine M. Hardman, the infant daughter of Lance Stuart and Jan L. Hepper Hardman, was stillborn Sunday, June 23rd, 1991, at the Logan Regional Hospital. She is survived by her parents, two brothers, Nathan and Brian, and a sister, Carrie, all of Mendon. She is also survived by grandparents Stuart and Colleen Hardman of Logan and Herbert and Thelma Hepper of Gettsburg, South Dakota, and by a great-grandmother, Magdelena Hepper, also of Gettysburg. She was preceded in death by a brother, Trevor. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, June 25th, at seven p.m. in the Mendon City Cemetery with Bishop Jan Lindbloom conducting. Arrangements are under the direction of Cranney Mortuary. ~The Herald Journal, June 24th, 1991, page 4.
Mendon, Utah— A much loved brother and uncle, Charles Neff Hardman, returned to his heavenly home Thursday, May 1st, 1997, to be welcomed by his mother, father, sister Ann and brother Joe. He was born May 25th, 1921, in Wellsville, as the third child and second son of Sarah Ann Stuart and Joseph Floyd Hardman. Had he stayed a little longer, he would of celebrated his 76th birthday this month. He spent much of his life in Mendon, graduating from South Cache High School, participating in basketball and track, and then graduating from Utah State with a master's degree in dairy manufacturing. He served his country during World War II in the U.S. Navy stationed at Pearl Harbor. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and long horseback rides in the mountains. His knowledge of the valley and his love of the outdoors, made a career with the U.S. Forest Service a natural choice and pleasure. He received many honors in his work and later in conservation and protection of wildlife, being named Conservationist of the Year in 1996. After retirement, he turned his attention to cattle ranching and raising a bountiful garden. Although he never married, he was the "Favorite Uncle" of many nieces and nephews and had a wide circle of friends who were saddened by his hasty departure which left them no time to say goodbye. He will be remembered for his special brand of poetry produced to mark memorable occasions— birthdays, weddings, retirement parties, etc. What it lacked in rhyme and meter was more that made up for in warmth and wit. The family gatherings beneath his roof will never be forgotten ~ most especially the annual Christmas party complete with good food, carols, the Christmas story from the Bible, costumed and portrayed by the youngest guests and topped off with a visit by Old Saint Nick. He was a man of principle and simple pleasure. He loved the land and what it produced and valued the hard work it took to acquire it. His courage to defend it will be remembered by many. He loved its natural beauty and wanted to protect it from being spoiled. We salute the passing of a generous and remarkable man who held fast to his own set of values and refused to back down when challenged. He is survived by his sister, Barbara Merrill, Carson City, Nevada; and brothers and their wives: Stuart and Colleen Hardman and Heber and Shirley Hardman, Logan. Funeral services will be at 12:30 p.m. Monday, May 5th, 1997, at the Mendon L.D.S. Chapel, with Bishop Richard Gordon conducting. Viewing will be from six to eight p.m. Sunday at the Allen-Hall Mortuary, 34 East Center Street, Logan, and from eleven to 12:15 a.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be at the Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, May, 2nd, 1997, page 4.
Colleen May Bowcutt Hardman— Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully September 8th, 2009, in Logan Utah, after a three-year battle with cancer. Born November 15th, 1927, in Garland, Utah, to Robert John Bowcutt and Lucy Catherine Fridal, she was the younger sibling to her sister, Bonita (Bonnie), and brother, Mayo Robert, who died in infancy. She spent most of her childhood in Garland, Utah, where she attended grade school, and graduated from Bear River High School. Colleen attended college in Cedar City, Utah, and the University of Washington in Seattle and graduated from Utah State Agricultural College (U.S.U.) in 1950 with a degree in vocal music. She had leading roles in several operas during her college career. She met Stuart Hardman while attending Utah State. They were married June 2nd, 1948, in the Logan L.D.S. Temple and were the parents of five children. Stuart and Colleen spent a lifetime making a wonderful, loving home for their family. They were known for their generosity, honesty and hard work, and for the many, many family gatherings at their house where good food and love were always overflowing. Colleen taught elementary school for four years and worked for Schreiber Foods for more than thirty years, retiring at age seventy-three. She sang with the Bel Canto Chorus for many years and enjoyed her association with Atheneum Book Club, a local study group, walking friends and for more than fifty years with the "Square Circle" club. Colleen has been active in the L.D.S. Church throughout her life and lived in the Logan 19th Ward for sixty years. She shared her talent for music as Junior Sunday School chorister, choir director and Relief Society chorister, and she sang in ward and stake choirs throughout her adult life. She shared her beautiful soprano voice at many funerals. Colleen is survived by her five children: Loralee (Gabriel) Rincon of Willard, Lance (Jan) Hardman of Mendon, Launee (Kerry) Fowler of Bountiful, Lucy (Ken) Gibbons of Mendon, and Larry (Amy) Hardman of Bountiful; also her grandchildren: Karisa, Roger, Katie, Nathan, Nicholas, Claire, Carrie, Brian, Aaron, Kori, Kelly, Samuel and Emily; and her great-grandchildren Michael, Mason, Sierra, Mia and Grace. She is also survived by her niece, Sandi (Bob) Prows, and nephew, Robert (Yvonne) Walton. Preceding her in death were her parents, sister, brother, husband, niece and four grandchildren. The family would like to thank the caring medical staff at IHC-Logan Regional Hospital and especially Dr. Ben-Jacob. Funeral services will be held at ten a.m. Monday, September 14th, 2009, in the Logan 19th Ward Chapel, 1255 North 600 East, Logan. Friends may call from six to eight p.m. Sunday at the Allen-Hall Mortuary, 34 East Center, Logan, and at the ward on Monday one hour prior to services. Burial will follow at the Mendon City Cemetery. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.allenmortuaries.net. ~Newspaper Not Listed.
Eldon Dean Hardman— 65 passed away August 18th, 1997, at Bear River Valley Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born July 4th, 1932, in Malad City, Idaho, a son of Gwen Dolan and Lucille Bird Hardman. He married Joyce Harris July 21st, 1953, in the Logan L.D.S. Temple. He worked on the family farm in Arbon Valley, Idaho, during the summer while he was growing up. He served in the armed forces from 1953 to 1955. He worked for Welling Grain Company and Intermountain Farmers until retirement in 1993. He was a very hard working and dependable employee. He was a member of the Garland Third Ward. He is survived by his wife, Joyce; five children, Brent, Houston, Texas; Shari, Layton, Utah; Kyle (DaraLee), Brigham City; Darren (Sharon), Smithfield, Utah and Stacey (Todd) Butler, Logan, Utah; six grandchildren; a brother, Russell G. (Sylvia) Hardman, Pocatello, Idaho; three sisters, Valerie (Carl) Burnett, Logan, Lois (Bob) Layne, Logan, and LaDonne (Gerald) Plowman, Logan; and a stepsister, Lorraine (Lew) Harrison, Pocatello. He was preceded in death by his parents; stepfather, R. Truman Hillyard; and step-brothers, Owen and Noel. Funeral services will be at eleven a.m. Saturday, August 23, 1997, at the Garland Tabernacle, 140 West Factory, with Bishop Clark Nielson officiating. Friends may call from six to eight p.m. Friday, at Rogers and Taylor Funeral Home, 111 North 100 East, Tremonton, and from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, August 20th, 1997, page 4.
Mendon, Utah— Eli Bernard Hardman, 76 of Mendon died Saturday at his home. He was born February 27th, 1901, in Mendon, to Joseph Henry and Actavia Pierce Hardman. He was the last child in a family of eleven children. He attended the Mendon public school and South Cache High School. He married Rhoda Sorensen April 10th, 1923. Four children were born of this union. Mr. Hardman was a home teacher and ward teacher for many years. He also served on the missionary committee and was a High Priest in Logan L.D.S. Stake. He was recognized as a successful farmer and dairyman for fifty years. Surviving are his wife, Rhoda; three daughters and one son: Mrs. Boyd (Mary Louise) Bradshaw, Idaho Falls, Idaho; Mrs. James (Beverly) Kirschbaum, Navoto, California; Mrs. Keith (Nancy) Bringhurst, Salt Lake City; Fred B. Hardman, Mendon; thirteen grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, one p.m., in the Mendon Ward L.D.S. Chapel, with Bishop Stanton Barrett in charge. Friends may call at Hall Mortuary in Logan Monday from seven to nine p.m., and at the ward chapel Tuesday one hour before service. Burial will be in the Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, January 1st, 1978, page 5.
Mendon, Utah—Fred Bernard Hardman, 68 passed away Tuesday, May 4th, 1999, in Yuma, Arizona, (where he enjoyed spending his summer months), with his loving wife by his side. He lived in Logan, Utah, for the last five years of his life. He was born in Mendon to Eli Bernard Hardman and Rhoda Kay Sorensen on August 8th, 1930. He married Colleen Bird Parker May 28th, 1951, in the Logan L.D.S. Temple. He was a successful dairy farmer for over thirty years and in the elders quorum presidency in the Mendon Ward. He also served on the Utah Farm Bureau, Mendon-Wellsville Conservation District, and was president of the Mendon Wildlife Federation. He was the first Cub Scoutmaster in Mendon. He was a member of the Skyline Riding Club, for he had a love for horses. Fred enjoyed and loved life, being around people, dancing, fishing, camping and taking the kids to the Eagles Easter egg hunt and the Christmas party. He was an avid viewer of the "Price is Right" game show. He is survived by his wife, Colleen; his cat, Paws; and four children, Steven Fred (Marilyn) Hardman, Hyrum, Utah, Brenda (Bill) Picard, Kaysville, Utah, Tony Mark (Joanne) Hardman, Mendon, and Sharon Kay (Philp) Capizzi Clearfield, Utah; twenty-three grandchildren; a grandson serving a mission to Zurich, Switzerland; two great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Beverly (Jim) Kirshbaum, California, Louise Bradshaw, Idaho Falls, Idaho, and Nancy and Keith Bringhurst, Salt Lake City. Family and friends may call from six to eight p.m. Friday, May 7th, at Allen-Hall Mortuary. Funeral services will be held at eleven a.m. Saturday, May 8, at the Mendon Church building, 20 North 100 West, with Bishop Lynn Greene conducting. A viewing will be held at ten a.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in the Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, May 6th, 1999, page 4.
Illness Fatal to Mendon Resident— Funeral services will be held Wednesday at two p.m. in the Mendon L.D.S. ward chapel for Gwen Dolan Hardman, 43 who died at his home Saturday evening after a three months illness. Mr. Hardman was born in Mendon, November 18th 1893, a son of Joseph H. and Octavia Pierce Hardman. He is survived by his wife, Lucille Bird Hardman; two sons, Russell G. and Eldon Hardman; three daughters, Lois and LaDonna Hardman of Mendon; Mrs. Valerie Burnett, Holbrook, Idaho, and the following brothers and sisters; Floyd Hardman, Mendon; Mrs. Leah Provstgaard, Payson; Mrs. Ammon A. Sorensen, Pierce Hardman, Arbon, Idaho; Mrs. Andrew Lamont and Eli, D. Hardman, Mendon. Lindquist mortuary is in charge of the body. ~The Herald Journal, May 3rd, 1937, page 1.
Mendon, Utah— Joseph Floyd Hardman, 88 died Sunday at his home in Mendon. He was born December 2nd, 1885, in Mendon, a son of Joseph Henry and Octavia Pierce Hardman. On June 9th, 1915, he married Sarah Ann Stuart in the Logan L.D.S. Temple. Surviving are his widow of Mendon, six children, Stuart Floyd Hardman, Logan; Mrs. Charles (Ann) Moore, Renton, Washington; C. Neff Hardman and Joseph Henry Hardman, both of Mendon; Mrs. Gordon (Barbara) Merrill, Carson City, Nevada, and Heber Thomas Hardman, Logan; twenty-seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Cora Sorensen, Malad City, Idaho; two brothers, Peirce Hardman, North Logan, and Bernard Hardman, Mendon. Mr. Hardman had been a lifetime resident of Mendon and was a former justice of the peace. He had been a farmer and stockman in Idaho and Utah and in his younger days was a barber. At the time of his death he was a high priest in Logan Stake and a member of the Mendon Ward. Funeral services will be conducted Monday at one p.m. in the Mendon Ward Chapel. Friends may call at Hall Mortuary in Logan Tuesday from seven to nine p.m. and at the Relief Society room in Mendon Wednesday one hour prior to services. Burial will be in Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, September 23rd, 1974, page 4.
Joseph H. Hardman— one of Mendon's most highly respected citizens who died at his home, Tuesday, March 16th at ten p.m. after a lingering illness, will be buried, Saturday, March 20th with funeral services at Mendon. ~The Journal, March 18th, 1926, page 3.
Joseph Henry Hardman— 69 died Friday, September 13th, 1996, in Mendon. He was born June 6th, 1927, in Mendon, to Joseph Floyd and Sarah Ann Stuart Hardman. He married Oneda Larsen on March 26, 1954, in the Logan L.D.S. Temple. He graduated from South Cache High School in 1945, and attended U.S.U. for two years studying industrial engineering. He was a farmer. He loved hunting and mechanics and his grandchildren. He was a member of the Mendon Third Ward. He was a veteran of World War II, and served in the Army. "We love you and we will miss you." He is survived by his wife, Oneda; four sons and three daughters, Floyd Hardman; John (Teresa) Hardman, Mendon; Curtis Hardman, Logan; Natalie Hardman, Mendon; Mary (Creel) Hammond, Twin Falls, Idaho; Camille (Ron) Saltern and Clyde Hardman, Mendon; fourteen grandchildren; three brothers and one sister, Stuart (Colleen) Hardman, Logan; Neff Hardman, Mendon; Heber (Shirley) Hardman, Logan; and Barbara Merrill, Carson City, Nevada. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 17th, at noon in the Mendon Third Ward, with Bishop Richard Gordon conducting. Friends may call at the Allen-Hall Mortuary, 34 East Center Street, Logan, on Monday from six to eight p.m. and at the church Tuesday from 10:30–11:30 a.m. prior to services. Burial will be in the Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, September 15th, 1996, page 4.
Mendon, April 24th— Joseph Hardman Sr. one of Mendon's oldest and most highly respected citizens, passed away on Wednesday following an illness due to troubles incident to old age and the general weakening of the physical powers. Mr. Hardman lived a long and useful life, being 84 years old at the time of his death. He was a native of England, and came to Utah in 1852. He had been a resident of Mendon since 1878. He leaves two wives and four children; Joseph Hardman, Jr. and Amos Hardman, of Mendon; Mrs. Richard Pilkington of Smithfield, and Mrs. Alice Graham of Teton, Idaho. Funeral services will be held Saturday at two p.m., to which friends of the family are invited. An account of them, and further biographical details will be given later. ~The Logan Journal, April 25th, 1914, page 1 and 3.
In Memory— of Lucille Bird Hardman Hillyard, 97 our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother of Logan, who passed away Sunday, October 10th, 1993, at the Logan Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born July 27th, 1896, in Mendon, Utah, the daughter of Mormon Bird and Emerine Gardner, she was the 10th of twelve children and the last living in the family. She married Gwen D. Hardman on October 22nd, 1913, and the marriage was later solemnized in the Logan L.D.S. Temple. He died on May 1st, 1937. She married R. Truman Hillyard on June 12th, 1941, in the Logan L.D.S. Temple He died July 14th, 1989. She received her education in Cache County schools and at Brigham Young College. After she and Gwen were married, they homesteaded a farm in Arbon, Idaho. They moved back to Mendon in the fall so the children could attend school, then moved back to the farm in Idaho in the spring. She always said that Mendon was her hometown, that's where I was born and raised. After she married Truman Hillyard, she moved to Smithfield where she lived for ten years, then in 1952 they moved to Logan and made their home until her death. She was an active member of the L.D.S. Church and served faithfully as a leader in many church organizations. She was ward and stake organist and chorister, and president of the Young Women's Mutual Improvement Association. She loved music and played the organ and piano beautifully. She started to sing when she was three years old, they would put her up on a box to be seen. At thirteen years, she started singing in the church choir. She had a beautiful soprano voice and was always willing to share her talents with her church and community. She was a temple officiator in the Logan L.D.S. Temple for fourteen years. Her faith inspired all who knew her. She belonged to the Woman's Literary Club in Smithfield. Her hands were always busy crocheting, making beautiful quilts, afghans and needlepoint work chairs, stools and pictures. Mrs. Hillyard is the mother of five children: Russell G. and Sylvia Hardman of Pocatello, Idaho; E. Dean and Joyce Hardman of Garland, Utah; Valerie and Carl Burnett of Logan, Utah; Lois and Bob Layne of Logan, Utah; LaDona and Gerald Plowman of Logan, Utah; one stepdaughter and stepson-in-law, Lorraine and Lew Harrison of Pocatello, Idaho; nineteen grandchildren, forty-two great-grandchildren, thirty-three great-great-grandchildren, one great-great-great-grandchild, three step grandchildren and nine step great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, six brothers and five sisters, one son-in-law, one grandson, one great-grandson and two stepsons killed in World War II. Funeral services will be held at noon Wednesday in the Nelson Funeral Home Chapel, 162 East 400 North, Logan, with Bishop Randy L. Plowman, a grandson, conducting. Friends may call from ten to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday. Burial will be in the Mendon Cemetery. The family expresses sincere thanks to the entire staff of the Logan Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for their kind and dedicated care of Lucille during the last two years of her life. ~The Herald Journal, October 12th, 1993, page 5.
Mendon, November 23th— Funeral services were held for Mrs. Mary Ann Hardman Wednesday, November 21st at two p.m. in the church of the Latter-day Saints. The services were presided over by Bishop Mormon D. Bird, the church choir furnishing the singing, with a special vocal solo rendered by Joseph C. Sorensen. There was a host of relatives and friends of the deceased in attendance at the meeting whose presence bore strong testimony of the love and esteem this good lady had in this community. The opening song by the choir was "There Is Sweet Rest in Heaven." Prayer was offered by Elder Hans P. Larsen. The choir sang "Sister Thou Wast Mild and Lovely." The place of worship was beautiful indeed with an abundance of floral offerings, potted plants, drapery, things the good sister loved in life, brought by many kind hearts to offer as a tribute of respect in her death. The following elders made consoling remarks, Peter Larsen, Jr., William I. Sorensen, Richard Pilkington, Jacob F. Sorensen, Bishop Mormon D. Bird. Seldom has one attended a more beautiful and impressive service that this one. The speakers were inspired, and said so many things of the life, labor and character of this good sister that many pages could be written of her simple, happy life. We however, will take sufficient space to state that Sister Hardman had no enemies but a host of friends. She was never known to complain no matter how severe her trials and sufferings. She posed a thankful heart for all blessings great or small and often wondered how she could be worthy of so many friends. She lived as near as it is possible for mortal to live, a blameless life. In her faith she was never known to waver. She lived the gospel of the Master in life and died in full faith of a glorious resurrection and eternal life. She lived a pure and holy life and may her good example be an incentive to all of us who remain, to follow in her footsteps. The closing hymn was "Shall We Meet Beyond the River." Benediction was pronounced by Elder Andrew Andersen. The services at the grave were presided over by Bishop Bird. Elder Isaac Sorensen dedicated the grave. Mary Ann Hardman was born in Scotland on the 22nd of March 1838. With her sister and family Mrs. David Buist, she came to Utah in 1884. She has lived in Cache Valley and Mendon most of the time since this date. She became the wife of Joseph Hardman who has preceded her by three years to the great beyond. She had a long and severe illness. When she became too ill to care for herself in her own home she was taken to the home of her sister— Agnes Buist where she was given the best of care. Mrs. Buist must be commended for her untiring labors in behalf of her sister. For months she seldom left the house giving unselfishly her whole time to this call. Many others of relatives and friends rendered valuable help to Sister Buist. The Relief Society was again on the job when help and comfort is required where there is sickness. ~The Journal, November 23rd, 1917, page 5.
Mrs. Rebecca Hardman— widow of Joseph Hardman a pioneer lady of Mendon faithful member of the dominant church and an active worker for many years passed away yesterday of old age and general debility at the home of her step daughter Mrs. Richard Pilkington at Smithfield. Mrs. Hardman reached her 90th year January 8th last. She was the mother of one son by a previous marriage but while she bore no children to Mr. Hardman she was indeed a tender mother to a young family of a wife who had died and was a typical mother in Israel to all who came under her kind care. ~The Journal, September 20th, 1917.
Mendon, Utah September 21st— Funeral services were held for Rebecca Hardman Thursday at two p.m. in the ward house of Mendon. The room was well filled with relatives and friends who were willing to drop their work long enough to attend the services and pay a tribute of respect to the departed. Floral offerings were profuse and beautiful. Bishop Bird presided and the ward choir furnished the singing. There were also vocal solos rendered by Mr. Richard Roskelley of Smithfield and Miss Luella Walker of Mendon. Remarks were made by Jacob F. Sorensen, Bishop Winn, Andrew Andersen, Isaac Sorensen and Mormon D. Bird. Jens Jensen offered the opening prayer. The benediction was pronounced by Elder Christian Sorensen. The services were very impressive and many good things were said of the life and labors of Sister Hardman. She lived the gospel of the Latter-day Saints which she embraced in her youth and died in full faith. Her release from life came as a great blessing to her, and the kind hands that cared for her during her long illness. She had the rare honor of living upon earth ninety-two years, and up until two years ago possessed all her faculties, was able to care for herself. She delighted in attended gatherings, religious as well as social, and many times did she entertain as well as instruct her hearers with her delightful recitations. She was a good reader, a fine conversationalist, being well posted on all topics of the day. She leave a host of friends who will miss her. She has gone to her reward to meet her husband and many dear friends who have preceded her to the great beyond. The remains of Sister Hardman were not taken to the cemetery immediately at the close of the services, but remained in the ward house until five o'clock awaiting the arrival of her son J. William Embelton, and other relatives who were not able to get here in time for the two o'clock services. After these people had viewed the remains they were taken to the place of burial, where the usual services of dedicating the grave was attended to. ~The Journal, September 24th, 1917, page 4.
Mendon, Utah— Rhoda Louise Sorensen Hardman, 81 of Mendon, died Thursday, January 31st, 1985, at the Mendon Care Center. She was born January 31st, 1904, in Mendon, a daughter of William Isaac and Rhoda Kay Sorensen. She married Eli Bernard Hardman. He died December 31st, 1977. She was an active member of the L.D.S. Church, having served in Primary, M.I.A., Relief Society and served as a visiting teacher, counselor and was a member of the daughters of Utah Pioneers and served as captain for two terms. She was a member of the Women's Auxiliary of the Farm Bureau and helped with county fair programs, acting as supervisor of children's clothing for many years. Survivors include one son and three daughters, Fred Hardman, Mendon; Mrs. Boyd (Louise) Bradshaw, Idaho Falls, Idaho; Mrs. James (Beverly) Kirschbaum, Toronto, Canada; Mrs. Keith Bringhurst, Salt Lake City; sixteen grandchildren; forty-four great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; two brothers, Thomas Kay Sorensen and Fred W. Sorensen, both of Mendon. Funeral services will be noon Monday in the Mendon Ward Chapel with Bishop Boyd K. Bradshaw conducting. Friends may call Allen - Hall Mortuary Sunday from 6:30 to eight p.m. and at the ward Monday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Burial in the Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, February 1st, 1985, page 4.
Mendon, Utah— Sarah Ann Hardman, 88 of Mendon, died September 26th, 1982, in Brigham City. She was born November 11th 1893, in Wellsville, a daughter of Charles Edward and Eliza Parker Stuart. She married Joseph Floyd Hardman June 9th, 1915, in the Logan L.D.S. Temple. He died September 22nd, 1974. She graduated from Brigham Young College in Logan. She served in the Mendon L.D.S. M.I.A. and Relief Society presidency and was a member of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers. She taught school in Mendon and Petersboro. Surviving are four sons and a daughter, Stuart and Heber Hardman, both of Logan; Jeff and Joseph Hardman, both of Mendon, and Mrs. Barbara H. Merrill, Carson City, Nevada; twenty-six grandchildren and thirty-one great-grandchildren. A daughter preceded her in death. Funeral services will be Saturday at one p.m. in the Mendon L.D.S. Ward chapel with Bishop Stan Buxton conducting. Friends may call at Hall Mortuary Friday from seven to nine p.m. and Saturday at the ward one hour prior to services. Burial will be in the Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, September 29th, 1982, page 4.
Logan, Utah— Stuart F. Hardman, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend, passed away peacefully May 26th, 2005. His wife, Colleen, was at his side. Born June 5th, 1916, he was in is 89th year. Son of Joseph Floyd and Sarah Ann Stuart Hardman, he spent his early years in the farming town of Mendon. He was the oldest of six children. After finishing grade school in Mendon, Stuart graduated from South Cache High School in 1934. He obtained a degree in speech from U.S.A.C. in 1938. He was a graduate student in English literature at University of Colorado and finished a master of arts degree at the University of Washington in 1950. He served in the U.S. Navy Reserve from 1942 until near the end of the war. He married Dorothy Johnson at the beginning of his military service and they had one child, Ann Denise. They were divorced in 1946. While an instructor at Utah State University, Stuart married Colleen May Bowcutt in the Logan Temple on June 2nd, 1948. They are the parents of five children. Stuart also worked as a movie theater owner-operator, a lineman for Logan City, and was a master electrician and electrical contractor later in life. He was a jack-of-all-trades and a willing worker from which trade he never really retired. He was an active member of the L.D.S. Church and a high priest in the Logan 19th Ward. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, a sister (Ann), two brothers (Neff and Joe), and four grandchildren. Stuart is survived by his wife, Colleen; children, Ann Denise (Bob) Ward of Salt Lake City, Loralee (Gabriel) Rincon of Willard, Lance (Jan) Hardman of Mendon, Launee (Kerry) Fowler of Bountiful, Lucy (Ken) Gibbons of Mendon, Larry (Amy) Hardman of Bountiful; and his grandchildren, Dana (Myles) Parrish, Robert, Karissa, Roger, Katie, Nathan, Nick, Claire, Carrie, Brian, Aaron, Kori, Kelly, Sam and Emily; and his great-grandchildren, Addison Parrish and Michael, Mason, and Sierra Creer. He is also survived by his siblings, Barbara Merrill and Heber (Shirley) Hardman; sister-in-law, Oneda Hardman; and many nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held from six to eight p.m. Monday, May 30th, at Allen-Cranney Mortuary, 420 East 1800 North. Funeral services will begin at noon on Tuesday, May 31st, with a viewing from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Logan 19th Ward, 6th East 1255 North. Services will be conducted by Bishop Paul Manning. Burial will be in the Mendon Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.allenmortuaries.net (visitations/guest book) ~The Herald Journal, May 29th, 2005.
Mendon, Utah— Trevor Victor Hardman, five died Monday, May 29th, 1989 from injuries sustained in a traffic accident near his Mendon home. He was born October 17th, 1983 in Logan, the son of Lance Stuart and Jan LaVonne Hepper Hardman. He had lived in Mendon most of his life. He was a member of the Mendon Second Ward at the time of his death. Survivors include his parents; a brother, Nathan L. Hardman; and a sister, Carrie M. Hardman, all of Mendon; grandparents, Stuart and Colleen Hardman, Logan; and Herbert and Thelma Hepper, Gettysburg, South Dakota. Funeral services will be Friday at non in the Mendon Second Ward Chapel, 20 North 100 West, Mendon, with Bishop Richard B. Watkins conducting. Friends may call Thursday from seven to nine p.m. at Cranney Mortuary, 420 East 1800 North, Logan, and again Friday at the church from eleven a.m. until time of services. Burial will be in the Mendon City Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, May 31st, 1989, page 4.
Mendon Boy Killed in Collision Between Truck, Bicyclist— A five-year-old boy died at Logan Regional Hospital Monday afternoon after being hit by a semi-truck at 1800 South and Utah 23 in Mendon. Utah Highway Patrol Trooper Stuart Hunsaker said this morning that Trevor Hardman, son of Lance and Jan Hardman, 2147 South 5900 West, Mendon, was riding his bike down a hill on 5900 West when he rolled through a stop sign and collided with a southbound truck driven by Danny K. Frandsen, 35, 276 North State, No. 16, Richmond. Hunsaker said Frandsen, seeing the child, jammed on the brakes and swerved left, but was unable to avoid the collision. Hunsaker also said a witness estimated the truck was traveling about thirty mph before the 12:11 p.m. accident occurred. No citations have been issued in connection with the accident, Hunsaker said. ~Newspaper Not Listed.
Jap Tragedy at Mendon— A tragedy occurred at Mendon on Tuesday evening as a result of which two Japanese, a father and his son are dead and at least two other members of the family are ill. The man who was an invalid, it seems, came to Mendon with his family last spring and as he was ill most of the time the wife went into the beet fields and he remained at home. She went out as usual on Tuesday and one child, a little fellow of four years followed her. When she came in at night she found the father and one of the boys lying on the bed and soon discovered they were ill. She sent for aid and another Japanese family which resides there, sent some of its members over there. When they arrived the man and boy were dead. A message was sent to Dr. P.R. Merrill at Wellsville and he hastened there. Upon his arrival he found two other children very ill with symptoms of poisoning and he applied remedies at once that put them out of danger. He then examined the two dead persons and while doing so discovered a small bottle of strychnine that had fallen from the pocket of the dead man. This explained the deaths of the two and the illness of the others. The officers were at once notified, and yesterday an inquest was held at Mendon. When this was written the officials who conducted it had not returned to Logan but it was learned that the verdict of the jury was that the father had poisoned his three children and himself. It is said that one of the poisoned children testified that his father had mixed some stuff that he took out of a bottle, in some water and had given it to them to drink. The name of the Japanese could not be learned last night. ~The Journal, Logan City, Cache County, Utah, Thursday, August 26th, 1913, page 1.
Japanese Buried Over in Mendon— Mendon, Utah August 31st. Funeral services were held over the remains of the two Japanese, father and son. Toshio Hashimoto who came to their death by poisoning, an account of which was given in last Thursdays Journal. The services were presided over by Counselor Baker. members of the ward choir furnished the singing, and remarks were made by counselor Baker. Henry Roskelley of Smithfield, who addressed the people in both the English and Japanese languages, Mr. Endow of Logan, and another Japanese whose name we did not obtain. There was quite a number of people attended the services and a great deal of sympathy was evidenced for the bereaved wife and mother whose courage and hard work has kept the family together for many years. The remarks of Elder Roskelley were especially interesting, the speaker relating his experiences and treatment in Japan, where he labored as a missionary for five years. He told the people they made no mistake in giving the Japanese fair treatment and due courtesy in this country, because an American in their country was always given the best of everything, and received the highest respect possible to extend. In case of sickness or trouble, sympathy and help were forthcoming free of charge, when people were in straitened circumstances. If this Japanese lady and her children continue to abide in our midst we should each of us endeavor to help them obtain a livelihood, as well as let them know we are their friends and want them to be happy. Interment was in the Mendon cemetery. Why this man wanted to take the lives of his children as well as his own, will possibly never be fully explained. They were as fine a lot of Japanese lads as one will see in a days travel. Their mother is exceedingly proud of them, and well she might be. ~The Journal, Logan City, Cache County, Utah, Thursday, September 4th, 1913, page 3.
Edith Yonk Nessen Haws— 73 of Logan died Tuesday in a Logan hospital after a long illness. Her residence is at 275 North 1st West. Mrs. Haws was born December 10th, 1901, in Blackfoot, Idaho, to William F. and Rebecca Johnson Yonk. She married George Nessen October 1st, 1919, in Brigham City. He died in 1941. She then married Erastus Haws October 11th, 1957, in Salt Lake City. She attended the Brigham Young Academy. Surviving are her husband; one son and one daughter, Miles Nessen and and Mrs. Don (Marion) Roberts, both of Salt Lake City; thirteen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday noon in Nelson Funeral Chapel in Logan, with Bishop Paul Sharp officiating. Friends may call at the mortuary Friday from seven to nine p.m. and one hour prior to service Saturday. Burial will be in the Mendon City Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, December 10th, 1975, page 4.
Erastus Snow Haws— 71 died August 7th, 1983, at his home, 275 North 100 West, Logan, of natural causes. He was born November 9th, 1912, in Provo, a son of Erastus Snow and Katy Mae Rowley Haws. He married Edith Yonk Nessen October 11th, 1957, in Salt Lake City. She died December 9th, 1975. He had lived in Provo, San Diego, Los Angeles, Salt Lake City and in Logan for the past eighteen years. He graduated from Lincoln High School in Orem. He was a sergeant in the U.S. Army and served three years during World War II. He was a member of Disabled American Veterans and worked for the V.A. medical center in Salt Lake City. He worked for Thiokol for eighteen years and was called Snow Haws because of his love for snow and cold weather. He was an avid checker player and won many tournaments, including a second place finish in the Utah Senior Olympics. He was a member of the Logan 4th L.D..S Ward. Surviving are two brothers and five sisters, Doyle Haws, Bill Rowley, Salt Lake City; Vicki Mernik, San Diego; Moni Bradley, Torrance, California; Lee Johnson, Sacramento, California; Nola Reed, Grace Cox, Kanab. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at one p.m. at Nelson Funeral home in Logan with Bishop John L. Wheeler conducting. Friends may call at the mortuary today from seven to nine p.m. and Wednesday two hours prior to services. Burial will be in the Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, August 9th, 1983, page 4.
Mendon Funeral Service— Mendon, Utah December 16th. Funeral services over the remains of (George) Heath was held in the meeting house Friday of last week at one o'clock. The speakers were Andrew Andersen, Alfred Gardner, Andrew Sorensen, Elias Davis, Albert Heath of Rexburg, Idaho son of the deceased and Joseph N. Sorensen. Brother Heath was a resident of Swan Lake, Idaho but had been living in Mendon with his daughter, Mrs. Amos Hardman for about two years. ~Logan Republican, December 21st, 1907.
Barbara Jean Meldrum Heninger— Passed away peacefully May 31st, 2007 at her home of natural causes. She was born June 17th, 1933 in Burley, Idaho to Joseph Roy and Irene Coffman Meldrum. She grew up on a farm in Burley, Idaho and graduated from Burley High School. Then moved to Salt Lake City and graduated from L.D.S. Business College and lived in the Beehive House. She met Harold E. Heninger and they married, February 20th, 1953 in the Logan L.D.S. Temple. They made their home in Salt Lake City, where they were employed. Harold and Barbara had three wonderful kids in Salt Lake City and in 1969 the family moved to Logan, Utah where they lived until 1986. Harold and Barbara then moved to Exeter, California. In 1991 when their first grandchild was born Harold retired and they moved back to Utah to Cottonwood Heights where she lived until her passing. Barbara was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving in many capacities from teacher, Stake Sunday School secretary, Relief Society Presidencies and Primary. She also worked in the Church Extraction Program for forty-two years. She was active in the P.T.A. for many years. She was also active in her communities working in politics and with many city planning and zoning issues. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends helping them with the things they needed. She is survived by her husband of fifty-four years, son, Dr. Michael M. (Suzanne) Heninger, Atlanta, Georgia; daughter, Carolyn Heninger, Cottonwood Heights, son, David Scott (Sirena) Heninger, Layton, Utah; six grandchildren; brother, Keith (Joyce) Meldrum; sister, Carol Stocking and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Sonoma Broadbent and Wanda Meldrum; brother-in-law Richard Stocking. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, June 5th, 2007, 12:00 noon at the Mendon Cemetery, 25 North 2nd West, Mendon, Utah. Harold and his family wish to thank all the volunteers who spent countless quality hours giving service to Barbara, especially IHC Hospice. ~Newspaper Not Listed.
Evaleen W. Heninger— 48 died Wednesday in a Salt Lake hospital following heart surgery. She was born September 6th, 1925, in Ferron, Emery County, a daughter of Charles Wayne and Pernellie Thomson Watterson. She married Howard C. Heninger February 2th0, 1946, in Logan L.D.S. Temple. Mrs. Heninger had been active in the L.D.S. Church throughout her life, having served in the presidency of M.I.A. and Primary organizations. She also had been a teacher in the auxiliaries, and at the time of her death was secretary of Y.W.M.I.A. in the 11th ward. She had been employed by Standard Optical Company for several years. Surviving are her husband, one son and one daughter; Lt. Kenith Heninger, Valdosta, Georgia, and Linda Heninger, Logan; two grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Jack T. Watterson and Charles Watterson, both of Green River; Mrs. Barbara Gene Bench, Ogden and Donna Maestas, Clearfield. Funeral services will be conducted Monday noon in Logan 11th Ward Chapel with Bishop Farrell Black officiating. Friends may call at Hall Mortuary Sunday from seven to nine p.m., and Monday one hour prior to funeral. Burial will be in Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, November 2nd, 1973, page 4.
Grant Bird Heninger— 59 of 192 East 3rd North, Logan, died Wednesday at his home of an apparent heart attack. He was born March 9th, 1920, in Millville, the son of Mathew Elmer and Zelda Bird Heninger. He never married. Mr. Heninger had lived in Millville as a child, then in Mendon for twenty-five years and Logan thirty-one years. He was a mechanic by occupation, having worked for Transport Motor in Logan and as a gardener at Logan L.D.S. Temple for many years. A veteran in World War II, he was a mechanic in the Army, and served in the South Pacific for three years. An active member of the Logan 4th L.D.S. Ward, he had served in Elders Quorum presidencies twice, had been quorum secretary, and a home teacher for many years. Surviving are his mother of Logan; two brothers, Howard C. and Harold E. Heninger, Logan; five sisters, Mrs. Edward (Virginia) Kent, Mrs. Lonell (Naomi) Burton and Mrs. Robert (Adele) Pearce, all of Ogden; Mrs. Frank (Helen) Reeder, Brigham City, and Mrs. Einar (Laprele) Hall, Salt Lake City. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday noon at the Nelson Funeral Home in Logan, under direction of Bishop Keith Hatch of Logan 4th L.D.S. Ward. Friends may call at the funeral home Friday from seven to nine p.m. and Saturday one hour prior to services. Burial will be in the Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, December 27th, 1979, page 4.
On Sunday, October 3rd, 2004— Howard Clair Heninger passed away while at his home in Logan, Utah. Howard touched the lives and served the people around him without fanfare and in most cases without their knowing it. He will be missed. Along with countless others, he served his country in World War II, providing an example to others and freedom for us all, an act of service that deeply touched his life. Howard worked as a manager at Sears and The Tool Liquidator for more than forty years. His knowledge and salesmanship skills have undoubtedly impacted many homes and families in Cache Valley. He treated people as friends rather than customers. Many Cache Valley residents can recall his warm and friendly greetings and interest in their lives. Howard served in many positions in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He had a testimony of its origins and of his Savior Jesus Christ. He influenced the old, the young and others in-between, as he served as high priest group leader, Primary teacher and counselor in a bishopric for fifteen years. While the high priests might have forgotten him, his primary children never will. He never forgot them and delighted in their visits, many years after they had grown. His life was filled with the love of his family. The fourth child born to Matthew Elmer and Zelda Heninger, Howard was born August 30th, 1923. He brought joy, and a small measure of boyish tribulation, to his parents and siblings. On February 20th, 1946, he married Evaleen Watterson, and together they welcomed Kenith and Linda into their family. Howard loved and cherished Evaleen until she passed away on October 31st, 1973. On February 25th, 1974 he married Jane Mecham and they successfully merged their two families into one. Joining Ken and Linda, Jane's children: Steven, Patricia and Neil became the recipients of his paternal guidance and care. Howard enjoyed the fields, foothills and mountains and spent many enjoyable days hunting and fishing with friends and family. He was also an athlete and fierce competitor during his school years and as an adult. Being active and the outdoors were important parts of his life. Howard leaves behind his beloved wife Jane; five children, Kenith (Rolayne) Heninger, Linda (David) Danielson, Steven (Karen) Mecham, Patricia (John) Wadsworth, and Neil (Jane) Mecham. He also leaves five siblings, Helen (Frank) Reeder, Harold (Barbara) Heninger, Adele (Robert) Pearce, Laprele (Einar) Hall, and Naomi (Lonell) Burton; thirty-two grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren. Howard taught his posterity to work hard, fulfill obligations with dignity and honor, be true to their word, and be self-reliant and resourceful. Our lives were enriched and blessed by his association. The separation from his family on this earth will be sorrowful, but the reunion with Evaleen, his parents and siblings, Virginia (Kent) Edwards and Grant Heninger will be joyous. Funeral services will be at noon Friday, October 8th, in the L.D.S. 17th Ward Chapel, 250 North 400 West. Bishop Jens Trauntvein will be conducting. Family and friends may call from six to eight p.m. on Thursday at the Allen Hall Mortuary, 34 East Center, and from 10:30 to 11:30 before the services on Friday at the 17th Ward Church House. Interment will be at the Mendon Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, October 6th, 2004.
Matthew Elmer Heninger— 81 of 194 East Third North, Logan, died Friday at the family home of natural causes. He was born February 5th, 1890, at Eden, Weber County, a son of Henry Clay and Naomi Fifield Heninger. At an early age he moved with his parents to a farm in Millville. He received his education in Cache Valley and at Brigham Young College in Logan. Mr. Heninger was always active in L.D.S. ward and stake functions. He served as bishop's counselor, ward clerk, M.I.A. superintendent and stake worker; and been a teacher in Sunday school for over fifty years, and also was a member of Cache Stake Sunday school board. He filled a mission in the Southern States, did considerable genealogy and temple work. On April 5th, 1917 he married Zelda Bird in the Salt Lake Temple. They lived in Nibley and Mendon, and in 1950 moved to Logan 4th ward. He worked in the Utah State University horticulture department, and later was foreman of Green Canyon Nursery. He is survived by his widow, three sons and five daughters: Grant B., Howard C., Harold E., of Logan; Mrs. Golden Edward (Virginia) Kent, Mrs. Robert J. (Adele) Pearce and Mrs. Lonell (Naomi) Burton of Ogden; Mrs. Frank A. (Helen) Reeder, Brigham City and Mrs. Gilbert Einar (LaPrele) Hall, Salt Lake City; twenty-five grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters: Preston, Vernon, Harold, and Rulon Heninger, and Mrs. J.B. (Ethel) Gunnell, all of Logan; Mrs. Leonard (Louise) Larsen of Hyrum, and Mrs. Arvel (Gene) Reese of Benson. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at noon in the Nelson Memorial Funeral Chapel under direction of Bishop Gordon Haws of Logan 4th ward. Friends may call at the funeral chapel Monday from seven to nine p.m., and Tuesday one hour prior t service. Burial will be in Mendon City Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, May 30th, 1971, page 5.
Zelda Bird Heninger— 89 of Logan died August 4th, 1982, at her daughter's home in Salt Lake City. She was born April 5th, 1893, in Mendon, a daughter of DeLoss P. and Ellen Grant Bird. She married Matthew Elmer Heninger April 5th, 1917, in the Salt Lake L.D.S. Temple. He died May 28th, 1971. She was an active member of the Logan L.D.S. 4th Ward, serving in auxiliary positions. She was a former captain of the Thomas X. Smith Camp of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. She graduated as a nurse from Budge Memorial Hospital. Surviving are two sons, Howard C. Heninger and Harold E. Heninger, both of Logan; five daughters, Mrs. Edward (Virginia) Kent, Mrs. Robert (Adele) Pearce and Mrs. Lonell (Naomi) Burton, all of Ogden; Mrs. Helen Reeder, Brigham City, and Mrs. Einar (LaPrele) Hall, Salt Lake City; thirty-one grandchildren, fifty-seven great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Orville G. Bird, Mendon a son, Grant B., preceded her in death. Funeral services will be Saturday at noon at Nelson Funeral Home with Bishop John L. Wheeler conducting. Friends may call Friday from seven to nine p.m. and Saturday one hour prior to services. Burial will be in the Mendon City Cemetery. ~The Herald Journal, August 5th, 1982, page 4.