Obituaries

Harry "Jim" James Shewell

Harry "Jim" James Shewell

Dec 25, 2024

Harry James (Jim) Shewell

April 25, 1932 – December 25. 2024

Harry James Shewell was born to Harry Shewell and Lucile James Shewell on April 25, 1932, in Salt Lake City, Utah. He died in his home surrounded by his family on Christmas Day, December 25, 2024 

Jim knew that new newlywed tenants were moving into their home soon. While he was working...

Shayne Lee Hackford

Shayne Lee Hackford

Dec 23, 2024

A viewing will be held Sunday, December 29, 2024 from 3-5 PM at the Blackburn Vernal Mortuary. 

Beverly Shewell

Beverly Shewell

Dec 23, 2024

Beverly Rose Nicholls Shewell

Beverly Rose Nicholls was born to Spencer Vernon Nicholls and Rosa Marguerite Bingham Nicholls on September 28, 1932 in Ogden, Utah.

She died in her home surrounded by her family on December 23, 2024,

Jim knew that new newlywed tenants were moving into their home soon. While he was working on the roof, he saw most beautiful girl he’d...

John Shumway

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

Lonnie Earl Meek

Dec 13, 2024

Lonnie Earl Meek passed away December 13, 2024, at his home in Vernal, UT. He spent the last few weeks of his life surrounded by his family, friends and loved ones sharing stories, memories and enjoying songs from them. When the time drew near, he heard the familiar words of an old hymn Softly and Tenderly, “come home, come home,...

Shealiah Spain

Shealiah Spain

Dec 11, 2024

No services will be held at this time

Keith Lloyd Goodrich

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Lynda Sweet

Lynda Sweet

Nov 22, 2024

A Private Family Graveside service will be held. 

Jack B. Ruppe

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

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

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

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

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...