<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><channel><title>Home Page Top - The Salt Lake Tribune</title><link>http://www.sltrib.com/csp/cms/sites/sltrib/RSS/rssfullpichomepage.csp</link><description>Stories from The Salt Lake Tribune</description><language>en-us</language><webMaster>webmaster@sltrib.com (Webmaster)</webMaster><item><title><![CDATA[ Dennis Camomile ]]></title><storytext><![CDATA[ Dennis Frank Camomile 1937 ~ 2026 In Loving Memory Sandy, UT- Dennis Frank Camomile, born July 5, 1937, in Salt Lake City, Utah at LDS Hospital, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026. He was the son of Clarence Frank Camomile and Anna Virginia Ward, and grew up in Salt Lake City before moving to Ogden, Utah at the age of 10. He attended Edison Elementary before continuing his education at Mt. Lomond Elementary, Lorin Farr Elementary, Central Junior High, and Ogden High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1960 to 1962, stationed in Mannheim, Germany as a Communications Chief. During his service, he was called to Berlin during the 1961 Berlin Wall crisis. Following his military service, he continued his dedication to his country by joining the Utah Air National Guard in January 1963. Over the years, he served in several roles, including radar operator with the 130th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron, air traffic controller with the 299th Range Control Squadron, and member of the 109th Tactical Control Flight Squadron. In 1979, he transferred to Hill Air Force Base, where he worked as Scheduling Branch Chief for the Utah Test and Training Range. He retired after 30 years of civil service and 20 years with the Air National Guard. In addition to his military and civil service career, he remained active in his community, working part-time with Utah Auto Auction, Salt Lake Community College, and Burt Brothers Tires until the age of 70. He was married to Joann Alger in 1955, and together they had two daughters, Karla Lee Camomile and Stephanie Lynn Camomile. He later married Pauline Johnson in 1963, and they had two sons, Douglas Scott Camomile (Sandy) and Alan Scott Camomile. In 1998, he married Susan Gray, with whom he made his home in Sandy, Utah. Through this marriage, he gained two stepsons, Lyle Knudsen (Dorothy) and Shawn Gray (Patricia). He is survived by his wife Susan; children Karla, Stephanie, Douglas, and Alan; his stepsons, Lyle and Shawn; as well as his extended family of daughters-in-law, nieces and nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Sydney Gene Camomile. He will be remembered for his lifelong dedication to service, his strong work ethic, and his commitment to his family. His life reflected quiet strength, resilience, and a deep sense of duty. The family would like to thank the staff at Aspen Ridge Rehab and Sandy Health and Rehab for the wonderful and dedicated care that they gave to him. At Dennis' request, no services will be held. ]]></storytext><cmsstoryid>211349212</cmsstoryid><lastModTime>2026-05-01 00:00:00</lastModTime><pubDate>1937 - 2026</pubDate><image><caption><![CDATA[ Dennis Camomile ]]></caption><height></height><width></width><photo>https://cache.legacy.com/legacy/images/Cobrands/saltlaketribune/Photos/SLT0038058-1_20260501.jpg</photo><photoid>211349212</photoid></image></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Dennis Camomile ]]></title><storytext><![CDATA[ Dennis Frank Camomile 1937 ~ 2026 In Loving Memory Sandy, UT- Dennis Frank Camomile, born July 5, 1937, in Salt Lake City, Utah at LDS Hospital, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026. He was the son of Clarence Frank Camomile and Anna Virginia Ward, and grew up in Salt Lake City before moving to Ogden, Utah at the age of 10. He attended Edison Elementary before continuing his education at Mt. Lomond Elementary, Lorin Farr Elementary, Central Junior High, and Ogden High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1960 to 1962, stationed in Mannheim, Germany as a Communications Chief. During his service, he was called to Berlin during the 1961 Berlin Wall crisis. Following his military service, he continued his dedication to his country by joining the Utah Air National Guard in January 1963. Over the years, he served in several roles, including radar operator with the 130th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron, air traffic controller with the 299th Range Control Squadron, and member of the 109th Tactical Control Flight Squadron. In 1979, he transferred to Hill Air Force Base, where he worked as Scheduling Branch Chief for the Utah Test and Training Range. He retired after 30 years of civil service and 20 years with the Air National Guard. In addition to his military and civil service career, he remained active in his community, working part-time with Utah Auto Auction, Salt Lake Community College, and Burt Brothers Tires until the age of 70. He was married to Joann Alger in 1955, and together they had two daughters, Karla Lee Camomile and Stephanie Lynn Camomile. He later married Pauline Johnson in 1963, and they had two sons, Douglas Scott Camomile (Sandy) and Alan Scott Camomile. In 1998, he married Susan Gray, with whom he made his home in Sandy, Utah. Through this marriage, he gained two stepsons, Lyle Knudsen (Dorothy) and Shawn Gray (Patricia). He is survived by his wife Susan; children Karla, Stephanie, Douglas, and Alan; his stepsons, Lyle and Shawn; as well as his extended family of daughters-in-law, nieces and nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Sydney Gene Camomile. He will be remembered for his lifelong dedication to service, his strong work ethic, and his commitment to his family. His life reflected quiet strength, resilience, and a deep sense of duty. The family would like to thank the staff at Aspen Ridge Rehab and Sandy Health and Rehab for the wonderful and dedicated care that they gave to him. At Dennis' request, no services will be held. ]]></storytext><cmsstoryid>211349212</cmsstoryid><lastModTime>2026-05-01 00:00:00</lastModTime><pubDate>1937 - 2026</pubDate><image><caption><![CDATA[ Dennis Camomile ]]></caption><height></height><width></width><photo>https://cache.legacy.com/legacy/images/Cobrands/saltlaketribune/Photos/SLT0038058-1_20260501.jpg</photo><photoid>211349212</photoid></image></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Hazel Ann Cowan ]]></title><storytext><![CDATA[ Hazel Ann Cowan 1944~2026 Salt Lake City, UTHazel Ann Cowan, age 82, passed away on April 27, 2026, in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born on January 16, 1944, in Price, Utah, to James Ivan and Audrey Rasmussen Simmons. She married Gaylen Richard Cowan on September 4, 1964, and they were married for fifty-four years. Hazel (or Ann as she preferred at times) was a graduate of South High School and attended Stevens-Henager Business College. She was a master of shorthand and kept her family guessing what her secret notes meant, especially her Christmas lists. She worked as a secretary at First Security Bank (later Wells Fargo Bank) for many years. She was optimistic, kind, independent, determined, a hard worker and had a great sense of humor. She had an open and loving heart that welcomed everyone. The world has lost one of its brightest lights. Hazel is survived by her daughter, Christine Burke, son, Richard Cowan, and grandson, James Burke. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and brother, James Michael Simmons. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 4, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens located at 1950 East Dimple Dell Road (10600 South), Sandy, Utah. A viewing will be held prior to the service from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery. - ]]></storytext><cmsstoryid>211350375</cmsstoryid><lastModTime>2026-05-01 00:00:00</lastModTime><pubDate></pubDate><image><caption><![CDATA[ Hazel Ann Cowan ]]></caption><height></height><width></width><photo>https://cache.legacy.com/legacy/images/Cobrands/saltlaketribune/Photos/SLT0038059-1_20260501.jpg</photo><photoid>211350375</photoid></image></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Hazel Ann Cowan ]]></title><storytext><![CDATA[ Hazel Ann Cowan 1944~2026 Salt Lake City, UTHazel Ann Cowan, age 82, passed away on April 27, 2026, in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born on January 16, 1944, in Price, Utah, to James Ivan and Audrey Rasmussen Simmons. She married Gaylen Richard Cowan on September 4, 1964, and they were married for fifty-four years. Hazel (or Ann as she preferred at times) was a graduate of South High School and attended Stevens-Henager Business College. She was a master of shorthand and kept her family guessing what her secret notes meant, especially her Christmas lists. She worked as a secretary at First Security Bank (later Wells Fargo Bank) for many years. She was optimistic, kind, independent, determined, a hard worker and had a great sense of humor. She had an open and loving heart that welcomed everyone. The world has lost one of its brightest lights. Hazel is survived by her daughter, Christine Burke, son, Richard Cowan, and grandson, James Burke. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and brother, James Michael Simmons. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 4, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens located at 1950 East Dimple Dell Road (10600 South), Sandy, Utah. A viewing will be held prior to the service from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery. - ]]></storytext><cmsstoryid>211350375</cmsstoryid><lastModTime>2026-05-01 00:00:00</lastModTime><pubDate></pubDate><image><caption><![CDATA[ Hazel Ann Cowan ]]></caption><height></height><width></width><photo>https://cache.legacy.com/legacy/images/Cobrands/saltlaketribune/Photos/SLT0038059-1_20260501.jpg</photo><photoid>211350375</photoid></image></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Steven Richard Harper ]]></title><storytext><![CDATA[ Steven Richard Harper 1950 ~ 2026 On January 20, 2026, in Switzerland, a remarkable man, Steven Richard Harper, diagnosed with Alzheimer's-the same pernicious disease that claimed his father-made the courageous decision to end his life in a most dignified manner in the presence of his loving wife and children and accompanied by all six of his supportive siblings and their spouses. He was born on December 4, 1950, to Richard G. and Anna Muir Harper, the first child born on either side of his family. He had it all: an amazing intellect and avid reader, a gifted writer, an accomplished athlete, a charismatic student body leader, and, to top it off, incredibly witty and very handsome! He successfully met all the goals his parents set for him: good grades, Eagle Scout, hard worker from an early age, public service, an LDS mission, and eventually he became an educator, like both of his parents. Yet he became his own person and made many courageous and unconventional decisions throughout his life, including his ultimate decision to end his life with dignity rather than allow Alzheimer's to rob him of what he most cherished--his mental acuity. Steven was stouthearted, self-described as a "reader AND writer," a lover of nature and gardening, a passionate observer of wildlife who enjoyed documentaries and museums, theatre (especially Shakespearean), fine wine and beer. Last June he wrote in his journal, "Well, my wife has just informed me that she will NOT write another obituary! So here goes my version of ME, in MY LONG, HAPPY EXISTENCE! As the eldest of seven children, I learned my parents' rules, ideology, religion, and political leanings. I fought back against all four. I was determined to live my 1960s lifestyle, not my parents' 1950s lifestyle with what they were TAUGHT to believe. (I still respect and love both of my parents and remain loyal, as they are wonderful.)" Steven thus chose to live a life outside a template, a life of words informed by political questioning that led to activism, of choices that weren't always popular or easily understood, but a life filled with humor, wit, and love. He loved to spend time in nature more than spending money, and he was well known for his creative gifts including sea glass, wildflowers, rocks, acorns, or other items he collected and transformed into art. Like his own father, Steven was firm but loving, and his heart belonged to his children, Trevor and Tess. His memories were filled with spirited and enjoyable weekends preparing meals, watching the kids compete or perform as they grew, watching rugby at Westminster, and reading. Always reading. He was so proud of Trevor and Tess's talents and accomplishments. Later, his journal entries describe the joy he felt spending days with his grandson, Bill. He details their adventures, from visits to Sprague Branch library, hikes, gardening and battling Box Elder bugs, or just playing with the dogs. His wife, Peg Wilson, was the most influential person in the last decades of Steven's life. He was incredibly devoted to her and that devotion was reciprocated. They shared a life dedicated to political advocacy, words, and music. Steven's children and siblings wish to express their profound appreciation to Peg for her enduring strength and support of our father and brother. Steven chose Switzerland as the place to end his life because Voluntary Assisted Dying is not available in the U.S. for Alzheimer's sufferers, and, since he had always wanted to see the Matterhorn, he decided it would be wonderful to spend his final days with the most important people in his life, Trevor, Tess and Peg. The Matterhorn became a spiritual alter during his last days. In Basel, they were joined by all six of Steve's siblings: Jon, Blake, Ted (Myra), Deanne, Miriam, Paul (Amy) and Trevor's wife, Elizabeth. He is also survived by extended family Fran, Bill, Mariana, and Chris, and many beloved nieces and nephews and pets. A memorial service will be on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 5:00 pm at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. A celebration of Steven's life will follow from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Guests are encouraged to park on the north side of the building. Steven will be laid to rest privately at Larkin Mausoleum. Arrangements have been entrusted to Starks Funeral Parlor. Please visit www.starksfuneral.com to share memories and photos with Steven's family. ]]></storytext><cmsstoryid>211334106</cmsstoryid><lastModTime>2026-04-28 00:00:00</lastModTime><pubDate></pubDate><image><caption><![CDATA[ Steven Richard Harper ]]></caption><height></height><width></width><photo>https://cache.legacy.com/legacy/images/Cobrands/saltlaketribune/Photos/SLT0038003-1_20260428.jpg</photo><photoid>211334106</photoid></image></item><item><title><![CDATA[ John Lachowsky ]]></title><storytext><![CDATA[ John Richard "Rick" Lachowsky February 7, 1948 ~ April 28, 2026 Mesquite, NV- Born in Colorado Springs, CO, John was the only boy, and middle child in a family otherwise full of girls. He graduated from St Mary's High School in 1966, and served honorably in the US Navy from 1966-1970, seeing much of the world stationed on a ship during the Vietnam War, including serving on the crew that picked up the Apollo 11 astronauts. In 1975, John married Katherine Tannis Lassiter, later divorced. They welcomed their first son before relocating to Utah in 1980, and welcoming two more sons. John began working at the Tooele Army Depot as a Program Analyst, telling his kids he "counted bullets" for all 41 years before retiring. John coached soccer for over 30 years, and met the love of his life, Sandra Howard, on the soccer field. He married her on August 2, 1996, happily and lovingly adding her four boys to the brood and raising them as his own to make a merry house with now SEVEN boys, later adding one more baby in 1999 to make an even EIGHT. John and Sandra built a house in Magna, UT, where they shared a happy life, full of children and love. After finishing counting all the bullets and retiring from Tooele Army Depot, John and Sandra moved their empty nest to Mesquite, NV, sharing a few happy, scorching years enjoying some much-deserved peace and quiet. Sandra lovingly cared for John day and night through his courageous and high-spirited cancer journey for his final 380 days. John was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew & Marguerite Lachowsky, his sister Rita Marie, lost to SIDS, and brother in-law John Goad. He is survived by his wife, Sandra, children Richard (Alli) Lachowsky, Paul (Aubrey) Lachowsky, Jonathan (Melissa) Parry, Christopher (Quintina) Parry, Nicholas (Liz) Parry, David (Ryan McAllister) Lachowsky, Thomas (Haley) Kane, Xavier (Caylee) Lachowsky, sisters Emily Schwoerke, Barbara (Bob) Palmer, Martha Goad, and Fran (Phil) Romanowicz, and grandchildren Ethan, Jamie, Hyrum, Grant, Everett, Trent, Kaitlyn, Andreas, Everly, Wylder, Goldie, Caspian, and at least one he wasn't yet able to make the acquaintance of, Aurora. Celebration of life will take place at a later date, where there will be only "cheap beer," per John's request. This will later be followed by a service with military honors. ]]></storytext><cmsstoryid>211352329</cmsstoryid><lastModTime>2026-05-01 00:00:00</lastModTime><pubDate>1948 - 2026</pubDate><image><caption><![CDATA[ John Lachowsky ]]></caption><height></height><width></width><photo>https://cache.legacy.com/legacy/images/Cobrands/saltlaketribune/Photos/SLT0038072-1_20260501.jpg</photo><photoid>211352329</photoid></image></item><item><title><![CDATA[ John Lachowsky ]]></title><storytext><![CDATA[ John Richard "Rick" Lachowsky February 7, 1948 ~ April 28, 2026 Mesquite, NV- Born in Colorado Springs, CO, John was the only boy, and middle child in a family otherwise full of girls. He graduated from St Mary's High School in 1966, and served honorably in the US Navy from 1966-1970, seeing much of the world stationed on a ship during the Vietnam War, including serving on the crew that picked up the Apollo 11 astronauts. In 1975, John married Katherine Tannis Lassiter, later divorced. They welcomed their first son before relocating to Utah in 1980, and welcoming two more sons. John began working at the Tooele Army Depot as a Program Analyst, telling his kids he "counted bullets" for all 41 years before retiring. John coached soccer for over 30 years, and met the love of his life, Sandra Howard, on the soccer field. He married her on August 2, 1996, happily and lovingly adding her four boys to the brood and raising them as his own to make a merry house with now SEVEN boys, later adding one more baby in 1999 to make an even EIGHT. John and Sandra built a house in Magna, UT, where they shared a happy life, full of children and love. After finishing counting all the bullets and retiring from Tooele Army Depot, John and Sandra moved their empty nest to Mesquite, NV, sharing a few happy, scorching years enjoying some much-deserved peace and quiet. Sandra lovingly cared for John day and night through his courageous and high-spirited cancer journey for his final 380 days. John was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew & Marguerite Lachowsky, his sister Rita Marie, lost to SIDS, and brother in-law John Goad. He is survived by his wife, Sandra, children Richard (Alli) Lachowsky, Paul (Aubrey) Lachowsky, Jonathan (Melissa) Parry, Christopher (Quintina) Parry, Nicholas (Liz) Parry, David (Ryan McAllister) Lachowsky, Thomas (Haley) Kane, Xavier (Caylee) Lachowsky, sisters Emily Schwoerke, Barbara (Bob) Palmer, Martha Goad, and Fran (Phil) Romanowicz, and grandchildren Ethan, Jamie, Hyrum, Grant, Everett, Trent, Kaitlyn, Andreas, Everly, Wylder, Goldie, Caspian, and at least one he wasn't yet able to make the acquaintance of, Aurora. Celebration of life will take place at a later date, where there will be only "cheap beer," per John's request. This will later be followed by a service with military honors. ]]></storytext><cmsstoryid>211352329</cmsstoryid><lastModTime>2026-05-01 00:00:00</lastModTime><pubDate>1948 - 2026</pubDate><image><caption><![CDATA[ John Lachowsky ]]></caption><height></height><width></width><photo>https://cache.legacy.com/legacy/images/Cobrands/saltlaketribune/Photos/SLT0038072-1_20260501.jpg</photo><photoid>211352329</photoid></image></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Norma Rampton ]]></title><storytext><![CDATA[ Norma Scherer Rampton July 31, 1936 ~ April 9, 2026 Carpinteria, CA-Norma Jean Scherer was born July 31, 1936, in Provo, Utah to Karl and Alice Scherer. In her 89 years she laid to rest her dear husband, Bob Rampton who died in October 2019, her sweet parents,and siblings Margie Gagon (Ira), Paul Scherer and Fred Scherer, and many cousins and friends. She is survived by her brother-in-law Jay Rampton, sister-in-law Marbra Scherer, children Scott Rampton (Jeanne), Julie Adamson (Brice), Jim Rampton (Grace), seven grandchildren, three step-grandchildren and four great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. She belonged to a very tight knit, extended family full of love! She married Bob on December 31, 1960 in Provo, Utah after a one week engagement! They had met a few years earlier at Utah State University. Prior to marriage she lived in Oklahoma City and San Francisco then moved immediately to Massachusetts with Bob and retired from her successful secretary work life! After a few years back East, they returned to Utah with little Scott, lived in Bountiful and raised the rest of the family. In 1990/91 the two of them moved to the central coast of California, Norma was not too thrilled with the idea, but they would end up spending the rest of their lives there. At one point, Bob expressed interest in moving back to Utah, and Norma said, "No way! I'm not living in snow again!" Norma taught us the most important topics of life: cribbage, humor, VO (the correct color), you are not better than anyone and no one is better than you, and the classic: Remember who you are! She was an extremely devoted Mom! She loved music and entertaining, watching the pelicans, Christmas Eve, Oyster Rockefeller (I think), watching all sports and shouting at the referees! She loved the beach, minus the sand and wind, but that's where the family was going so she wasn't going to miss out! As for her immediate family, she will be forever known for her 'scowl/clap/stop it' combo...no messing around! She was a member of the PEO Organization, out of Nipomo California, a sisterhood non-profit that has helped more than 130,000 women pursue an education at Cottey College, a small girls-only school in Nevada, Missouri. A few years ago, she reluctantly moved to an assisted living facility in Carpinteria, but the upside was that it was only two minutes from where Jim and Grace lived and so she quickly settled, and then became the queen of the place. In the last several months, her body and mind began to shut down and she died peacefully in her sleep on April 9th. We will celebrate her life at an open house in the Grain Room at Squatters Pub Brewery, 147 West Broadway, Salt Lake City, UT, on June 6th from 2:00-5:00 in the afternoon. Donation option if you are interested: PEO Foundation C/O Gina Levy 1140 Trail View Place Nipomo, CA 93444 "Divine love always has met and always meet every human need. Amen" To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Norma Scherer Rampton, please visit our flower store. ]]></storytext><cmsstoryid>211330215</cmsstoryid><lastModTime>2026-04-28 00:00:00</lastModTime><pubDate></pubDate><image><caption><![CDATA[ Norma Rampton ]]></caption><height></height><width></width><photo>https://cache.legacy.com/legacy/images/Cobrands/saltlaketribune/Photos/SLT0037996-1_20260428.jpg</photo><photoid>211330215</photoid></image></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Shelley Clark Rubrecht ]]></title><storytext><![CDATA[ Shelley Ann Clark Rubrecht 72 Jackson, Wyoming-Shelley Ann Clark Rubrecht , a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on April 14, 2026. Her life was one filled with music, adventure, and an unwavering generosity of spirit, one that touched not only her family and friends, but an entire community. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, to J.F. "Don" and Margaret "Peggy" Johnson Clark, Shelley grew up with a violin in hand and a love for travel. This passion carried her far from home even before she finished high school, when she traveled to San Juan, Argentina as a foreign exchange student. What she found there was more than an experience, it was a second family, a lifelong love of language, and a deep connection to Spanish-speaking communities that would shape the course of her life. She returned to Utah and attended the University of Utah and later Utah State University, where she earned a degree in forestry. Summers in Grand Teton National Park as a naturalist deepened her love for the outdoors, but it was there too, that her music took on a new life. In her off hours, she picked up a love for western swing music and turned her violin talent into playing the fiddle. She played with unmistakable joy and talent, winning the Wyoming State Fiddle Championship four years in a row and, in 1976, the Women's National Fiddle Championship in Weiser, Idaho. Music is also how she met Kelly Rubrecht, a gifted guitar player who first accompanied her, then stayed beside her for life. Little did Shelley know that Kelly was waiting in the wings, carrying her engagement ring in his guitar case. After 13 years of dating they married and together with Kelly's daughter Leah became a family. It was then that they began what members of the community know and love as the Shelley and Kelly Band. They recorded two albums, and became fixtures of Jackson and beyond, playing for 40 years at just about every party, convention, wedding, and bar in Wyoming and Montana. Her days were just as full offstage. For 30 years, she worked as a waitress at Anthony's Italian Restaurant. She also hosted a radio show on KMTN, "Kindly Keep It Country," played in the Jackson Community Orchestra, taught just about every young fiddle player in town, organized the Jackson Fiddle Championship, and somehow still found time to form an all-women's band, The Cow Patsys. Shelley shared her love of travel and her connection to Central and South America with Kelly. Those journeys became something more than adventure-they shaped the kind of life they wanted to build together. In 1997, they made the decision to adopt, welcoming their son, Ian Carlos, into their family. He was, without question, one of the greatest joys of their lives. Later, she found a new calling as a translator for the Teton County Health Department. For 18 years, she served her community with compassion, helping Spanish-speaking families navigate systems that might otherwise have felt out of reach. It was work that mattered deeply to her. She was also an active member of the Kiwanis Club, always finding ways to give back, to show up, and to be of use to others. After losing Kelly to Parkinson's disease in 2017, she carried on with resilience and grace. Though his absence was profound, she continued to show up for the people in her life with the same warmth, humor, and generosity that had always defined her. She had a way of making people feel seen. She asked thoughtful questions. She listened. She laughed easily. She gave herself fully. You would be hard-pressed to find someone in Jackson who didn't know her, or feel, in some way, cared for by her. And if you listen closely, many will still hear her-somewhere in the background-fiddling a tune, urging you on, reminding you to keep going. It's not hard to imagine she's found Kelly again, the two of them picking up right where they left off, their music carrying on together. She is survived by her son Ian and his fiancé Lexi Forsyth; her daughter Leah (Lee) Payne; her sister Frances (Don) Garrett; her brother Robert (Lana) Clark; her sisters-in-law Carole Ann (Ivan) Koves and Polly Rubrecht.; her grandson Kolby Payne; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She is preceded in death by her husband Kelly, her parents Don and Peggy, her brother John Clark, and her sister-in-law Kathy Clark. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family invites you to honor Shelley's memory through a donation to Voices Jackson Hole or to the Pura Vida Initiative through the Grand Teton National Park Foundation ]]></storytext><cmsstoryid>211328512</cmsstoryid><lastModTime>2026-04-28 00:00:00</lastModTime><pubDate>1953 - 2026</pubDate><image><caption><![CDATA[ Shelley Clark Rubrecht ]]></caption><height></height><width></width><photo>https://cache.legacy.com/legacy/images/Cobrands/saltlaketribune/Photos/SLT0037992-1_20260428.jpg</photo><photoid>211328512</photoid></image></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Kenneth McNeil Smith ]]></title><storytext><![CDATA[ Kenneth McNeil Smith 1930 ~ 2026 Salt Lake City, UT- Kenneth McNeil Smith was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, brother and friend. Ken was a mentor to many and a stalwart member of the community. He passed peacefully at home on Monday 20, April 2026, at the age of 95 after spending a week surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years Carol Christopherson Smith, his children Christine (Joseph) Jensen, Kenneth (Melanie) Sanders-Smith, Jennifer (Jeffrey) Dansie, Douglas (Ann) Smith, and Richard (Elizabeth) Smith, his youngest sister Elaine (Stuart) Cannon, 24 fantastic grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren who he loved very much. He was buried April 22, 2026 in the Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. A full obituary and video of his funeral can be viewed at https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/millcreek-ut/kenneth-smith-12848424 ]]></storytext><cmsstoryid>211332325</cmsstoryid><lastModTime>2026-04-28 00:00:00</lastModTime><pubDate>1930 - 2026</pubDate><image><caption><![CDATA[ Kenneth McNeil Smith ]]></caption><height></height><width></width><photo>https://cache.legacy.com/legacy/images/Cobrands/saltlaketribune/Photos/SLT0037999-1_20260428.jpg</photo><photoid>211332325</photoid></image></item><item><title><![CDATA[ John Stevens ]]></title><storytext><![CDATA[ John Roger Stevens 1953-2026 John Roger Stevens, age 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and loved ones on April 22, 2026. John was born on September 7, 1953 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Paul and LaVerne Stevens. He was the youngest of seven children. John graduated from Skyline High School in 1972. He then went on to study business at the University of Utah and graduated from Salt Lake Community College in business. John worked for Dunford Bakers until 1981 when it was sold, then he started Donuts Inc. and Rocky Mountain Bread with his partner and brother Ron. They later acquired Salt Lake Donut and Dunford Bakers until he sold the business and retired. He genuinely loved the baking industry. John enjoyed pranks and telling jokes. He loved motorcycles, boating, being outside and cars but most of all enjoyed being with his family and loved ones. John married Shirley Wilson in the Salt Lake City Temple in 1974, they were married for 35 years before divorcing. John married Kim Laaw in 2010 and they were later sealed in the Oquirrh Mountain Temple. John is preceded in death by Paul and LaVerne, Sandra Stevens, Michael Stevens, Sherrie Spinelli and Paula Cluff, niece Julie Stevens and nephew Gary Stevens. John is survived by his children Bethany Russell (Steve), Andres (Stephanie), Quintan, Miranda Porter (Sean), step-children Tish Dyphibane, Ti (Noi) Dyphibane, Donna Dyphibane, Shauna LaBee. Grandchildren Tyler, Aliel, Leila, Owen, Que, Rae, Remy, Claire, Tissa, Alex, Summer, Benjamin, Neo, Zage. Sister Carolyn Stevens and brother Ronald Stevens. A viewing will be held on Thursday, April 30, 2026 from 6:00-8:00 PM and Friday, May 1, 2026 from 9:30-10:45 AM at the Country Cross 6th Ward (11173 S. Copper Point Way, South Jordan, UT 84095). The funeral service will immediately follow at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 1, 2026. The interment will take place at Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery (1950 E. Dimple Dell Rd, Sandy, Utah 84092). For those unable to join us in person, a Zoom broadcast of the services will be available via John's obituary page at: https://www.larkinmortuary.com/obituary/view/john-roger-stevens-/ - ]]></storytext><cmsstoryid>211330057</cmsstoryid><lastModTime>2026-04-28 00:00:00</lastModTime><pubDate>1953 - 2026</pubDate><image><caption><![CDATA[ John Stevens ]]></caption><height></height><width></width><photo>https://cache.legacy.com/legacy/images/Cobrands/saltlaketribune/Photos/SLT0037994-1_20260428.jpg</photo><photoid>211330057</photoid></image></item></channel>