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Paul Roberts
1962 ~ 2011

Paul H Roberts, 49, of Springville, passed away Sunday, August 21, 2011 as a result of an automobile accident. He was born July 22, 1962, the son of Douglas and Carla Roberts of Orem, Utah. He attended schools in Orem and Pleasant Grove and graduated from Pleasant Grove High School. He graduated from Brigham Young University. He worked for many years as a computer programmer. Technology of all kinds fascinated Paul. He loved to read and watch the most recent movies at the theaters. He enjoyed science fiction and fantasy. He was a very generous person finding joy in being able to do things for others. Survivors include one brother and three sisters: Michelle Roberts of Arkansas; Bil (Janet) Roberts of California; Jennifer (Bill) Rieske and Julie (Jim) Saunders both of Springlake. He is preceded in death by both of his parents. The family is so grateful to all of Paul's friends for all of the love and support that they have given him. Friends may call at the Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 East 800 North, Orem on Saturday, August 27, 2011 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Graveside services will follow at the Orem City Cemetery. Online condolences may be extended to the family at www.walkerfamilymortuary.com.

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Max Frank Shifrer
1922 ~ 2010

Educator, humanitarian, athlete, and beloved father, Max Frank Shifrer, lived a long and productive life. In his last decade, Max suffered the disabilities of Parkinson's disease, but his kind nature and charming smile were with him until his life ended on March 5, 2010.

He raised five children, often alone, because of his wife Bonnie Jean's recurrent health problems. At the same time, he taught higher mathematics at Pleasant Grove High School to nearly four decades of students. Max was also a sports coach, using training received as educator and athlete at Brigham Young University (Bachelors and Masters degrees). Late in his career, Max taught computer science. He was revered by many of his students as a superlative teacher and, as much, for being a man of integrity.

Max was politically engaged and community-minded, always putting the common good above personal interests and material acquisitions. He lived simply but well - ethically, honestly, bravely. He always spoke his mind and often stood alone in defense of an unpopular but ultimately wise and humane position.

Max was born Sept. 12, 1922 in a twenty-four foot tent in Helper, Utah to Frank Shifrer and Katrina Trillar. The family later lived on a small farm outside Price, Utah. Max's parents left Slovenia (then part of Austria) for greater opportunity and ended up working in the coal mines of Carbon County. Max's parents were also involved in early unionization efforts for miners. Max had only one sibling, his vibrant and much-beloved sister Dorothy. His relationship with Dorothy and her late husband Ellis was very close. Dorothy often helped Max care for his children when their mother was ill - for which she is to be endlessly thanked.

After graduating from Carbon High, Max attended Brigham Young University on a sports scholarship. He was small but ran so fast you couldn't see him, according to his sister Dorothy. He played the 1942 game in which BYU garnered its first win over U of U. He also met Bonnie Jean Hindmarsh, his intelligent, artistic, and beautiful wife-to-be. During World War II, Max was a B-24 bombardier. The war ended right before his aircrew was called to combat. While Max was fully willing to serve in a necessary war, he later stood firm against unwise wars.

Our father loved to dance (esp. the polka) and ice skate and did both with exquisite grace. He also enjoyed hiking and landscaping. He was an ever-faithful watcher and reader of news and could talk about progressive politics for hours on end. He took a memorable trip to Slovenia to visit his parents' families (esp., Franc and Ivanka Trillar and their children) and another memorable trip to China to learn about its educational system. Some years after his wife Bonnie Jean died, Max had a wonderful relationship with Rolly Muchow and her three daughters. Max's children always hoped Rolly might become a second mother, but she died prematurely after heart surgery

Max was a Humanist and a Unitarian, founding a small group in Utah Valley and later attending the First Unitarian Church in SLC and the Cache Valley Church when he moved to Logan, Utah. He was also an activist for the rights and care of the mentally ill.

Max is survived by his sister Dorothy and her family; his children and their spouses: Curt and Kristy Shifrer, their children Dara, Lindsey, Morgan; Anne Shifrer and her husband James Kingsland; Jeff Shifrer and his daughter Joyce. Carrie Huggard, her partner Bill Hockett, her children Brandon and Avery Anne and their father Craig Huggard. Max's dear son Ty Jim died in 2006. Max also has four great grandchildren.

Thanks to those at Sunshine Terrace who helped care for Max and to Intermountain Hospice, whose staff brought excellent care and much relief to Max and his family during Max's last months, days, and hours.

Services for Max will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, April 5 at the First Unitarian Church in SLC on 569 S. 1300 E. The Body Donor Program Memorial Service will also honor Max and other body donors in a service on May 28 at 11:00 AM in the SLC Cemetery (enter at 4th Ave. & "N" Street, travel north to Donor Plot). All who knew Max are welcome to attend both services.

Instead of flowers, you may honor Max by making a gift of money or time in his name to the National Alliance of the Mentally Ill (NAMI), CAPSA (shelters victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse in Logan, UT), The Revolutionary Association of the Women of Afghanistan (RAWA), or another global, national or local literacy initiative of your choice.

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(Note: Mrs. Miller taught Third Grade at Valley View Elementary)

Terry Tucker
1942-2007
Daily Herald - Thursday, March 29, 2007

On Monday, March 26, 2007, our beloved husband, dad, brother and friend, died peacefully at home, after a courageous battle with kidney cancer.

George Terrel 'Terry' Tucker was born January 6, 1942 to George and Thaola Tucker in Orem, UT. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Central Atlantic States Mission. After returning home, he married his sweetheart, Patricia Thorne, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. In April, they would have celebrated 41 years together. They are the parents of five children and 15 grandchildren. He was raised in Orem and graduated from Orem High School. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Education and a Master's Degree in School Administration, both from BYU. This began a long teaching career of 31 years. He became a popular teacher at Pleasant Grove High School where he taught clogging and music. "Mr. Tucker" enjoyed touring the world with his beloved A Cappella Choir and Cloggers West. After retiring, he continued performing throughout the state with his band Bluegrass Thunder.

Terry is survived by his wife, Pat; and his children, LaNay (Kent) King, Geffrey (Sherrie) Tucker, Robyn (Brent) Adams, Greg (Maria) Tucker, Gifford Tucker. We love you and will miss your music, your jokes and your incredible love for life. Let 'er Buck!

Funeral services will be held Friday, March 30 at 11:00 am at the Canyon View LDS Stake Center, 575 E. 800 North, Orem, Utah. A viewing will be held on Thursday, March 29 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Stake Center and again from 9:30 to 10:30 am prior to the service on Friday under the direction of SereniCare Funeral Directors. Interment will be at Orem City Cemetery.

Vince Albrecht (Class of 1980)
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Lynn J. Tolman (Seminary Teacher)
Daily Herald - Thursday, October 09, 2003

Lynn J. Tolman, 68, of Orem died, Wednesday October 8th, 2003 at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center due to complications from leukemia.

Lynn was born in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1935 to Newell and Dora Tolman. He served an LDS mission to Central America. After his mission he attended BYU, earning a Bachelor of Arts Degree. While at BYU he met Donna Marie Yingling, a beautiful cheerleader from North-Bend, Oregon. They were married in the Salt Lake City Temple on March 20th, 1959. Lynn and Donna are the parents of six children and 16 grandchildren. Lynn worked in San Bernadino County Probation Department in California. He then moved to Utah County to be a CES teacher for 30 years. After retirement he and his wife served an LDS Mission in Mesa, Arizona.

Lynn loved sports and was a true athlete, whether it was playing semi-pro baseball, basketball, holding the record for pole-vaulting, or golfing, he loved the challenge of competitive sports. He also loved watching his children and grandchildren play in all variety of sports and activities. He had a passion for reading. He loved studying the gospel and American history. Above all, he adored doing things with his family and keeping up with his wife while traveling.

Lynn is survived by his wife, Dee Dee, his six children Dalyn, Sherri, Dayna, Shelli, Brett & Johnie and his 16 grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers Don, and Wayne. He will be missed by many especially his beloved family. We miss you and love you PaPa.

A viewing will be held on Sunday, October 12th at 6:00 pm at the Walker Sanderson Mortuary on 646 E. 800 N. Orem. Funeral Services will be held at the Suncrest 10th Ward on Monday, October 13th at 10:00 am located at 90 N. 600 W. in Orem, Utah. Burial in the Orem City Cemetery.

John P. Gourley (Principal)
1930 ~ 2001

John P. Gourley was born November 6, 1930 and passed away on November 21, 2001.

Ralph Howe (Class of 1980)
Passed away in 1982 from injuries sustained in a car accident while serving a LDS Mission.