SUMMER OF FUN ~~~ JULY 24, 1914

 

CHRISTIAN NIELSEN LUND

Christian Nielsen Lund
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THE PIONEER by C.N. Lund

What faith he had, the Pioneer,
Who planted civilization here!

And how he wrought
And bravely fought

To chase the desert's frown away,
And make for us a better day!

What price he paid
That he might aid

Fair freedom and a home to win
And make a state worth living in.

We honor him,
Let nothing dim

The mem'ry of the Pioneer,
Unto the last we'll it dear!

 

SMITH FARM

The following is taken from "The Birth of Mormonism In Picture." publishest by the Deseret Sunday School Union in1909.

 

EIGHTH GRADE GRADUATING CLASS OF 1914

 

Back Row: James W. Anderson, Leo Sorensen, Croft Larsen, John Glen Matson, Bruce Madsen, Jens Christensen, Aurel Winkler, Clair Olsen, Daniel Rasmussen

2nd Row: Ella Larsen, Hannah Ericksen, Leona Swensen, Manila Norman, Vanessa Seeley, Hazel Poulsen, Ruby Emile Olsen, Alta Stansfield, Nellie Madsen, Eva Erickson, Macy Clemson, Goldie Nielson,

3rd Row: Alice Rowe, Vera Hasler, unknown Swazey, Stella Nielson, Winona Cherry, Marie Olson, Phyllis Morley, Ada Gunderson, Lillis Morley, Vera Poulson 

Bottom Row:  Austin Frandsen, E.N. Larsen, Edward Norman, Montel Winkler, Bert Peterson, Chesley Seeley, 

DON'T FORGET TO "WALK WITH THE DEAD"

 

JENS CHRISTIAN JENSEN AND MARGARETH ANDERSON

 

PAT SAGERS WHO WROTE THE BOOK

 "Family History of William Bristol and Ane Marie Sophie Clausen, Joseph Cambron , and their Descendants"
has shared the following additional photos.  And low and behold we discovered we are related through the Tidwell line.

Margaret Bristol

Ane Marie Sophie Clausen Bristol
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Margaret and C.C. Bristol 
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John Tidwell and Jane Smith Tidwell

Alma and Margaret Tidwell Zabriskie

 

Alma Zabriskie Homestead License 

19TH CENTURY FARM EQUIPMENT (From our archives)

 

These photos come from the book:

"History of Andrew and Johanna (Widergreen Anderson) Madsen

written by David Reed Gunderson 

VARIOUS PHOTOS FROM HAFEN COLLECTION

 

Ruth and Helen Madsen 

1942
James, Joseph, ?,?.

Theron, Martha, Joseph T. and Robert Seely

I'll WALK WITH YOU by Owen Sanders

 

 

ROBERT WAYNE STAKER

 

Robert Wayne Staker

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Robert Wayne Staker passed away August 17, 2026, of pancreatic cancer. Born August 25,1946 to Gordon L. Staker and Glenda R. Staker. Rob graduated from North Sanpete High School in 1964, then served a two-year mission in Australia for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He married Sheila Ann Tippetts in the Salt Lake Temple on September 13, 1968. Together they had 5 children: Becky (Trevor) Paulson, Wayne (Becca) Staker, Kelly (Steve) Littlefield, Jake (Jessica) Staker, and Rusty (Matthew) Visher, as well as 18 grandchildren and 2 greats.

Rob graduated from Snow College and Utah State University with a degree in Range Management. He made his life’s work in construction eventually owning his own company. In doing this he provided a work structure for his sons and others who wanted it. He was hard working and always known for his honesty.

He held many church callings including bishopric and two times in the stake high council.

Rob had a passion for the mountains, taking his family camping when he could, especially on the 4th of July. Of course, fishing was often involved. By his kids he was known for rock rolling (big rocks down the mountain side), funny songs, wheeler rides, and watching big thunderstorms roll in. At home were his family nests, helping others, piling in the car to go get lickers (ice cream cones), and seeing if apples could be peeled in one long, unbroken strip.

Rob was known for his nicknames given to all his kids and grandkids. Others were also known to be recipients of these coveted names.

Time in Yellowstone with his brother was always a highlight.

During retirement most summers were spent in Alaska at a fishing lodge with friends where time was spent supervising the boat dock and Sheila was the cook. Of course, fishing and good times were involved. Many good friends were made. Ron was one of those good friends whom he loved to salmon fish with.

Later in life Rob loved to have and be in his garden. Getting wood for his woodburning stove was his playtime. Temple work and service became his passion. Together with his wife he served in the Manti Temple since January 2012. He will be missed and was loved by all who knew him.

We would like to thank Intermountain Hospice for their tender loving care. Especially Kallie and Virginia for their love and support.

Funeral services will be held Friday, August 21, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in the Mt. Pleasant North Stake Center. Viewings will be held Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and Friday 9:30 -10:30 a.m. prior to service, both held at the church. Interment at the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery. 

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EVAN P. JOHNSON

 

Evan P. Johnson

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Evan Philip Johnson passed away August 22, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Phil was born in Manti April 11, 1937 to Evan and Mildred Peterson Johnson. He graduated from Manti high school and continued his education to become a math/shop teacher. He married Sandra Nielson on August 11, 1955.

 He started his teaching career in Tooele and then Nephi to finally land in Mt Pleasant in 1964 where he taught shop/math. He also raised turkeys in Manti during the summers where he taught his children to work. He would load us up in the truck and head to Manti during wee hours to debeek, move or kill turkeys. Washing yellow quart bottles for water and counting dead turkeys were a few priceless memories of seasons taught on the value of work. Later he taught math, became Vice Principal and Principal after obtaining his masters degree from BYU. Then after he stopped raising turkeys he spent the summers building different projects, be it turkey coops, remodeling homes or building houses with Merwyn Kjar. 

After retiring he bought a big truck and drove his truck hauling Norbest turkeys all over the country. Dad was devoted to education. He tutored many students and was known for his “board of education.” He loved to hunt, be it deer, elk, buffalo or pheasant. He enjoyed hunting with his family. Proud to hunt with four generations. He also loved to fish, fishing with friends and family. 

He spent lots of time in Hanksville with Elliot Arnoldson and the café. Dad loved taking care of his yard and had such a hard time letting go this summer with his body failing him and no water. He’d be out trying to weed or spray weeds until he was in trouble at which time he’d text for help. Going to coffee each morning and visiting with his friends was often the highlight of his day. He hated missing it. Cherrie and Frank and Don were so good to take him to Fairview to be with his group of friends. He had a testimony of the gospel and enjoyed attending sacrament and later watching his meetings on Zoom when it got to where he couldn’t attend. He always said he could hear better. Dad was always very thankful for family and never missed thanking us for all we did. He was never a burden and we loved him dearly.

Dad was preceded in death by his wife Sandra Johnson, 2 granddaughters Carmandee Brotherson and Trina Johnson. His parents Evan and Mildred Johnson, a sister Yvonne Johnson and a brother Carl Johnson. A son-in-law Greg DeMille. His wife’s siblings and spouses (Joann Nielson , Camille and Reed Oberhansley, William “Dave” Nielson, Dana and Dave Hensler) and his brother’s in law Kent Larsen and Carl Viehweger.

Surviving are his children LuCinda (Terry), Chad (Janet), Cherrie (Frank), Carma (Burkley) and Craig (Lisa), 24 grandchildren, 58 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren. Sisters Janet Peters (Wilford), Camille Larsen, Faye Mower (Paul), and Evalyn Viehweger and two Sisters-in-law Diane Johnson and Sena Strode. Lots of nieces and nephews and friends.

Funeral services will be held Monday, August 31, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in the Mt. Pleasant Stake Center (295 S State St, Mt. Pleasant). Viewings will be held Sunday, August 30, 2026 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. and Monday from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. prior to services both at the church. Interment in the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery.

OLD FOLKS PARTY~(from our archves)