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Josephine Holbrook Obituary

Josephine Holbrook 1916 ~ 2008 BOUNTIFUL-Our precious mother, Josephine, passed away peacefully at home, Easter morning, March 23, 2008. Josephine was born December 21, 1916 in Layton, Utah, a daughter of James and Rachel Whitesides. Josephine married her high school sweetheart, Frank Jay Holbrook, September 23, 1937 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. After Frank's passing in 1998, Josephine was briefly married to Glade Rasmussen. Josephine, throughout her life, was a daily partner with her husband, Frank. Together they built, owned and operated Brooks Fabrics on Main Street in Bountiful. Fabric was mom's passion. She was a beautiful seamstress, and loved fashion. She had a great gift and enjoyed sharing her talents with all those around her. Josephine was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in many positions during her lifetime. Josephine is survived by her two daughters, Sydna Kay Pope (Ron), Waynesboro, Pennsylvania; and Julie Anne Mann (Allan), Bountiful, Utah; nine grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Frank Jay Holbrook and a daughter, Frankie Jo Garn. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 28, 2008 at the Bountiful Hills Ward Chapel, 1190 East Bountiful Hills Drive. Friends and family may call Thursday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main, and Friday morning from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the church prior to services. Interment-Bountiful City Cemetery. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Perpetual Education Fund at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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Published by Deseret News from Mar. 25 to Mar. 26, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
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Marilyn Simmons Olsen

April 7, 2008

Josephine was one of my mothers because she helped me grow and I think she loved me. She always called me Merrie. She was my first real employer, but from the time that they trusted me to open and close the store while they were away, I knew that I was also family. After that I dreamed of the time that I would run Brooks fabrics as MerrieBrooks. I got my college degree in Fashion Merchandising because of my experience with her.
She always said she was "Mean". But she wasn't mean. She just had the courage to say the truth even though the truth was sometimes painful. If she saw me now, with my tear streaked cheeks, she would say, "Merrie, you're a mess." But then she would put her arm around my shoulder and give me a squeeze and that would tell me that she loved me inspite of me being "a mess".
I could never get enough of Josephine. I always wanted to go visit her. I got so much from being around her. I will miss her so much. I was so sorry to not hear about her passing until after her funeral. I always wanted to know so much about her, but she would modestly tell me about Frank instead of herself.

Janice Bryant

March 26, 2008

It was my life's dream to work at Brook's Fabrics and Jo made that happen! I treasure the years I spent there and your family will always hold a special place in my heart. She will be missed because she touched so many lives.

Sherry Olson

March 26, 2008

We are sorry to hear of aunt Jo's death. She was a smart business woman with a droll sense of humor and well ahead of her time.

Our thougts are with you.

Bob and Sherry Olson
Tucson, AZ

Tiffany Garn

March 25, 2008

Grandma Jo,

We know you're in a better place, but our hearts still ache. You will be with us always and forever.

P.S. Please talk Frankie into letting our children come to earth! :)

Jill Rasmussen Brown

March 25, 2008

I will miss Joie more than anyone knows. She was my second mother and I loved her as such. Her presence was a blessing to me and our family. I'm sorry for her family that she is gone but happy for her that she finally got to 'go home'.

Connee Tingey

March 25, 2008

Jo will always have a special place in my heart because of the many visits I have had to Brooks over the years. My sister and I and all of our girls are regulars because of mom (Joyce Green) and Jo. May God be with you at this time. Know our hearts are with you. Connee

Carole R. Turner

March 25, 2008

I love you Joie. You were the best friend and step-mother anyone could have. God bless your family. You will be missed greatly.

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