Obituaries
John Shumway
Dec 19, 2024
John A. Shumway died peacefully at home with family near on December 19, 2024 after a long battle with cancer.
He was born January 4, 1948 in Lovell Wyoming to Charles Nephi and Helen Asay Shumway, the second of five sons.
He moved to Vernal at the age of 6 with his parents and older brother. He attended school in Vernal and...
Lonnie Earl Meek
Dec 13, 2024
Funeral services for Lonnie Earl Meek 89, Husband of Barbara Embleton Meek will be conducted Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10 AM at the Vernal Christian Church. A Viewing will be Friday 5-7 PM at the Blackburn Vernal Mortuary.
Burial in the Vernal Memorial Park with Military Honors from the American Legion.
Keith Lloyd Goodrich
Dec 11, 2024
Keith Lloyd Goodrich was born September 10, 1947, in Vernal Utah. He died December 11, 2024, in Vernal Utah, with family close by.
Keith was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in Korea from 1966 to 1969. After he returned home, he met Allyn Stephens and they were married two weeks later. Many people said it wouldn’t last, but...
Myron K. Slaugh
Dec 11, 2024
Myron K. Slaugh 90, of Vernal passed away December 11, 2024 at the Uintah Care Center.
He was born July 29, 1934 in Vernal to Curtis and Chloe Roberts Slaugh. Myron married Wanda Irene Boren September 19, 1952
Myron was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of latter Day Saints, work as a heavy equipment operator in the oilfields and...
Rose Ann Smuin
Dec 6, 2024
Rose Ann (Adams) Smuin
Rose Ann was the first-born child of James R. and Margaret Ann ( Bird) Adams. She was raised and attended school in Vernal, UT where she met the love of her life, Leonard LaVal (Val) Smuin.
They were married on Thanksgiving Day in 1970. They lived in Vernal and had 3 children, Orval Lloyd Smuin, Cody Ray (Chad)...
Lorin "Pudge" Merkley
Dec 6, 2024
Lorin “Pudge” Merkley
Lorin “Pudge” Merkley passed away peacefully at his home in Maeser surrounded by family on December 6th, 2024, at the age of 94. He was born June 8, 1930, to Sidney Franklin and Carrie Burton Merkley. He graduated from Uintah High School in 1948 where he served as student body president. He attended Utah State Agriculture College in...
Kenneth Price
Dec 5, 2024
Kenneth was born May 1st, 1948 in Vernal, UT to Bud and Deon Price.
He married Donna Hatch Price on March 4th 1967.
They were blessed with 4 children.
Kenny was a good friend and he loved his family. He as left a great legacy with his family, he will be truly missed and never forgotten. Kenny was an avid hunter and fisherman....
Stephanie Lee Lente
Nov 30, 2024
Stephanie Lee Lente passed away November 30th 2024 at home with loved ones. She was born November 16th 1977 to Kimala Jones and Donald Lente in Vernal, Utah.
She loved to be with her friends and family, being outdoors, music and reading. Most of all she loved people and people loved her. She will be missed by so many.
She is survived...
Newell H Warren
Nov 28, 2024
Newell H Warren, or as the grandkids lovingly called him, “Grandpa Noodle” was born one of seven kids to Alice and Harold Warren in Bluebell, Utah on December 7, 1928.
He spent the days of his childhood helping his mom and dad take care of their family sheep and getting into trouble for chasing the girls out of the swimming hole...
Tonya Navanick
Nov 27, 2024
March 5, 1969 was more exciting than any Christmas that ever happened in the Broome family.
Cleo and Bob and Gary and Brenda were so happy to welcome to their new baby Tonya Broome to their family.
Everyone knew how much the wanted this baby... there was a baby shower and there was over 40 dresses... all yellow!!
Tinya was a beautiful lady...
Jack B. Ruppe
Nov 15, 2024
Jack Boyer Ruppe
October 08, 1935 - November 15, 2024
Vernal, Utah
Jack Boyer Ruppe, was called back to his Heavenly Home on November 15, 2024 following a brief battle with Pancreatic Cancer. Jack’s example of devotion to family, friends, community and especially to the Savior were second to none. As a devout and faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of...
Glenda Sadlier
Nov 13, 2024
Glenda Mar Knight Sadlier passed away November 13, 2024 in Vernal, UT. She was born to Glen and Martha Knight on July 20, 1944 in Provo, UT.
Glenda was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She married Doran Ray Sadlier on November 14, 1962 in the Manti Temple. They were blessed with 7 children, David, Denna,...
Loretta Jackson
Nov 11, 2024
Memorial Services will be held Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 11 AM at the Blackburn Vernal Mortuary.
Friends may gather 1 hour Prior to services.
Hallas "Hal" G. Hatch
Nov 11, 2024
Hallas “Hal“ G. Hatch
January 27, 1940 – November 11, 2024
Hal passed away Veterans Day November 11th, 2024 at home with his family where his heart is. Hal loved his family.
Hal has more friends than practically any person on the Earth! He had a life full of joy truly loved life to the fullest!
Hal was born to Monroe and Theata Hatch...
Kay M Hunting
Nov 3, 2024
Kay Murray Hunting was born 24 November 1941 in Vernal, Utah and passed away on 03 November 2024 in Vernal, UT at the age of 82.
Kay was an impactful Certified Nurse’s Assistant (CNA) and caretaker of the elderly and dying for over 35 years. In her community Kay was a renowned funeral singer to comfort grieving families and a proud...
Gloria Teresa Rowley
Nov 2, 2024
Gloria Maria Teresa Padilla Rowley
Born on September 5th, 1943, and died November 2nd, 2024.
Dennis L. Rowley was her spouse of 59 years. They were married September 24th, 1965. They have three sons. Tony (Traci) Rowley of Phoenix, AZ. Dennis (Justine) Rowley of Delta, CO. And Roger Rowley Of Rangely, CO.
She has 9 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren.
She graduated from Rangely...
Geraldine "Gerri" Gardiner Miller
Oct 28, 2024
Geraldine “Gerri” Gardiner Miller
December 8, 1956 – October 28, 2024
Geraldine “Gerri” Gardiner Miller, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and aunt, passed away (age 67) in her home October 28, 2024 after losing her battle with cancer. Born on December 8, 1956 in Vernal, Utah where she lived her entire life.
Gerri is survived by her sister, Katherine Gardiner; her brother,...
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