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Lois Passey
June 14, 2008
What a joyful man! He has made such a difference for good in the world. I am thankful for his daughter, Carole and her family. There are so many spiritual traits that Elder Fyans passed on to his family. My love and prayers are with each of you.
elizabeth Tanner
June 2, 2008
I met Elder Fyans in Santa Fe, New Mexico in 1942. He took my sister and I to Sunday School in a neighbors home after we came home from "Mass". We loved the difference in what the Mormons had to offer and loved the missionaries. I have a photo of him with me, my sisters and neighbor friends climbing onto him to take a photo. It was my 10th Birthday party.My parents were John and Lola Garrison. I was later baptized in 1947 in Texas because of his influence on me when I was only 10 years old.We have sweeet memories of him in later years when we visited their family in SLC. Our love and condolences to the family.
Betty Garrison Tanner
1st Choice Home Health & Hospice
May 29, 2008
Dear Fyans Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. May loving memories keep you close and bring you comfort and peace. It was our pleasure to help care for Thomas.
Verl & Lovina Garrison Abbott
May 25, 2008
Dear Sister Fyans, As one member of the John C. Garrison family of Santa Fe, NM 1940-41, I wish to add my condolences at the passing of your sweetheart, Tom, and express our love and appreciation for one "Fine Missionary" who has had such an influence in our family's lives over all these years. We will miss him but we will not forget him. Our love to you and God bless you.
Harold Woodland
May 24, 2008
Our sincere condolences to Helen
Fyans & family from the Lynn Woodland family, Hal & Jeannette Woodland, Donna Harlin, Elaine Allington & Glenn Jensen and the families. Tom led a rich and wonderful life and we all enjoyed knowing the family & watching them grow. Blessings to Helen.
Walter and Marie Gaisford
May 24, 2008
Dearest Helen and Family,
Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. All who knew Thomas Fyans loved him. He was a true disciple of the Lord, Jesus Christ. What a wonderful blessing you have had in your life to have him as your eternal sweetheart and father.
We express our sincere sympathy.
Much Love, Walter and Marie Gaisford
G. El Ray Buchanan
May 23, 2008
Dear Bishop Fyans & Family
May the Lord be with you all and be a great comfort to you all. Bishop Fyans was a great Bishop to me in the Butler Ward when I was a teenager.
Richard & Jean Turley
May 22, 2008
Dear Helen and family:
Because of illness, we were unable to attend the viewing and the services. We wanted so much to see you and pay our respects. We have very fond memories of the two of you: (1) at the dedication of the Mexico City Temple where you and Jean both had brown alligator shoes that you had bought at ZCMI, (2) as members of our ward and good neighbors, (3) Tom's willingness to give us a special tour of the upper room of the Kirtland Temple, and (4) at your beautiful place in St. George. You are very special people. May the Lord continue to bless you and your family with his choicest blessings.
Love,
Richard & Jean Turley
Larry & Lyneve Kramer
May 22, 2008
Dearest Helen,
Larry and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the recent passing of
your wonderful husband, and our beloved friend, Tom. When we returned from our England Manchester Mission, we were sorry to learn that you had moved back to Salt Lake. Before we left, Tom had assisted our Stake Pres. Clifford Dunn, in setting us apart. Just having both of you there at that special time, touched our hearts.
Our lives have intertwined many times since we returned to Salt Lake in 1965 from Denver, Colorado. We're grateful for every shared experience. You both have been such an inspiration to us. God bless you dear one. We love you.
Greg Gulso
May 22, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Elder Howard & Sis. Carol Snow
May 22, 2008
Dearest Sister Helen and All the Family,
We are so saddened to learn of our beloved Presidente Fyans passing. We have loved the past seven years of having you at our semi-annual Uruguayan Reunions, and of being blessed by your attendance at our sealing in the St George Temple in August 2003. Your influence in our lives during our missions was wonderful...we are better because of your examples of love and humor! May you all feel our thoughts and prayers of condolence at this time, but most of all may you feel the warmth and comfort of the loving arms of God enfolding each of you. Loving Regards, Carol and Howard Snow, Perpetual Education Fund, Santiago CHILE
Caralyn Arnett Bingham
May 21, 2008
Dear Fyans Family,
I am very grateful to your wonderful father who had a multi-generational impact on my family. He served in the missionfield and in my mother's home when she was a year old. Brother Fyans was instrumental in introducing my mother's family to the gospel. That has had impact on a large extended family as we continue to grow in the gospel. His impact is like a little ripple in the water that grows and grows reaching to eternity.
Personally, Brother Fyans gave me a much needed blessing of health when I was four. It was his instruction and guidance that directed my parents to seek other medical care to meet my needs.
We always loved the Mexican dinners that we shared in our home. Brother and Sister Fyans always shared their spirit and wisdom with us. Thank you and we love you!
May 21, 2008
What a wonderful inspiration Elder Fyans was to me. I loved his talks. God be with you.
Harold N. Hoyal
May 21, 2008
To the Fyans family:
It was my privilege to serve under President Fyans in the Uruguayan
Mission. I could not have had a better mission president. His influence on me has been a blessing throughout my life.
My prayers are with you all.
Cheryl Arnett Schultz
May 21, 2008
Dear Helen and girls,
I just wanted to express my love to you and your family at this time of sorrow and joy. I will always remember the time that you and Tom spent in my parents home and all the wonderful stories that you shared with us growing up. Last night, when dad notified me that Tom had passed I let my husband know and our eldest daughter asked me who the man was that had died and I told her that he was a very special man in my life and in that of her father's life. I indicated that he was the person to perform our sealing in the temple that made us an eternal family. She (my eldest) was touched. Helen, thank you for being a terrific influence in my life and for sharing your sweet husband with my family, both immediate and extended.
Ray Hawkins
May 21, 2008
Dear Fyans Family
My wife and I were serving in the Korea Seoul Mission in 1977 when Elder and Sister Fyans came to Korea. Elder Fyans helped us through some issues that we had in a patient and loving way. Sister Fyans was very gracious and thoughtful to bring us some much needed items. We learned a great deal from them both and send our love at this time. We trust that the Comforter will be with you.
Sharon and Ray Hawkins
V. Dallas Merrell
May 21, 2008
To Helen and family,
Karen and I love Tom and all of you. We first knew him when we presided in the SLC mission and he was the area president. He was so tender and effective in helping us to serve well. I appreciated further association in the Seventy, and we admired your service at the temple. He is a giant and angelic man, a brother and a continuing great example to us. Bless you all.
V. Dallas Merrell
May 21, 2008
Dear Helen: We have many fond
memories of the Sunday evenings
that we spent together with some of
our St. George friends. We missed you when you returned to Salt Lake.
May the Lord bless you and comfort you at this time.
Paul and Loraine Searle
St. George
Rose Pearson
May 21, 2008
What an impact Elder Fyans had on all my family in Santa Fe. NM. I was
surprised he recognized me years later at a Missionary Conference at
Broadway Ward, Houston, Tx. It was
nice to visit him and Helen at my sisters, Arnett family, in Utah. Love ya, Rose Edna & Cecil Pearson, Jr.
Kenneth Nelson
May 21, 2008
In August 1961, I arrived in Montevideo Uruguay on my way to my mission in Argentina. I spend a month in Montevideo learning spanish. President Fyans definitely was a spiritually giant.
L Jarvis
May 21, 2008
Dear Fyans Family,
We would like to express our love and condolences to each of you. It was my privilege to have been a missionary in Mexico and was acquainted with Elder Fyans. He was truly loved by the people, the missionaries and all who knew him. I am grateful for having known him and extend my appreciation for his example and testimony.
Harlan Clark
May 21, 2008
Dear Brother Fyans and family,
I was at the University of Utah and Brother Fyans came as a teacher in an institute program. I remember some of the feelings I had to this day about being in the presence of this wonderful man.
He left his mark on my life.
Harlan Clark
Dorothy Kennedy
May 20, 2008
Dear Helen, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We have thought so much of you since you both left the Ridge and have missed you. Every time I look at the furniture we bought from you, I think of you and Tom and wonder how you are doing. We love you and Tom as Saints in Christ. God bless you my dear. Love Dorothy Kennedy, St. George
Christina Arnett-Bruckman
May 20, 2008
Dear Helen and Family,
I really want to tell your family how sorry I am to hear of Tom's passing. He was indeed a special part of our life. The times that you and he spent sitting at the dinner table sharing your experiences are memories that I will always treasure. I have always loved and appreciated both of you. I will have the special memory of having Tom seal Kevin and I in the temple twenty-three years ago. May the Lord bless you and keep you at this time.
Shirley Arnett
May 20, 2008
Ah, beloved Tom and Helen, how my love and sentimientos van a los dos y su familia. You are temporarily separatd from each other, but HOW AWED I am to know that he waits for you, Helen in the near future. I know Mom and Dad Garrison are welcoming him with a warm embrace and celebrating his life, thanking him and you for the amazingly gently, loving influence you are to us and our five daughters. We love you. Shirley, Jim Arnett and Christina, Cari', Cheryl, Caralyn and Cobi. Que Dios les bendiga.
Barbara Fife Janaky
May 20, 2008
Dear Helen and girls,
I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was a wonderful man and great friend. We traveled to Hawaii with them on the most fun trip and I love them both.
Barb Fife Janaky
Norma Janko
May 20, 2008
To the Fyans Family: I would like to express my condolences for your loss. I have had the pleasure of knowing Tom and Helen for approximately 16 years. They have always been very kind and loving toward me, which to me exemplifies the true meaning of being a Christian. Those of you who know me, know that I am Catholic and that over time I have asked many questions about the Mormon Church (LDS). On the occassions that I asked Tom about the Church, he always took time to explain and made me feel as if he welcomed my interest. I pray that Helen and all of his daughters and grandchildren will be comforted with the fact that he has gone home.
Eric
May 20, 2008
Elder Fyans sealed my wife and I in the temple, I can still remember his loving counsel on marriage. He sure seemed like a great man. He lived a long life and it sounds like it was time to move on. What a celebration of life!
David Jensen
May 20, 2008
Dear Fyans Family:
Bro. Fyans' passing is a great loss, surely, and we extend to you our sincere condolences. He has left a wonderful legacy of service and love, and a fine family to honor his memory. Cesar Guerra has inquired about the family and I will provide this site information to him. Cariños to you all. David L. Jensen (Arthur M. Jensen family)
César Guerra
May 20, 2008
Surely a great man has departed after sowing the glad tidings during all his days on Earth! I had the privilege of working by his side during his time as Mission Pte. in Uruguay and my life has been enriched by his teachings, his loving heart, and his brilliant mind that had no rest giving advise and counsel! Blessed be Tom! and may the Lord impart strength to his dear family ... a wonderful group of 5 daughters and Helen, sweet companion who always added her tenderness upon the Saints in Uruguay and Paraguay!
I only regret not to be in Utah in order to hug all of them! My wife, Lila, joins me in sending our most sincere affection at this time of affliction... One day we will all be together and our feelings will not need to be explained because our eyes and embrace will speak louder than our voices! Tom remains in our hearts forever!
César (Andy) Guerra
Barbara Miller
May 20, 2008
To the Fyans Family~
We couldn't make the birthday celebration, but really wanted to. You all know how influential Presidente Fyans was in my life. He was like a father to me during my mission, and a dear, though far away, friend thereafter. He gave me confidence, understanding and great guidance. Helen was always right by his side and he adored her, we could see. What a beautiful example their partnership has been. Love to you, Helen, and fond remembrances to the five girls.
Carinosamente~
Barbara Miller
Joseph Fyans
May 20, 2008
We will miss Uncle Tom. His sense of humor, kind nature, and wisdom were among the many of his attributes. Over the years, I have crossed paths with several individuals who have also had their lives enriched by his influence, whether in Uraguay, St. George, etc. It is always wonderful to hear about his legacy. He touched the lives of many.
Mindy Walsh
May 20, 2008
Dear Fyans Family,
Elder and Sister Fyans visited with the missionaries in Nagoya, Japan where I was serving as a missionary. The love and kindness shown to the missionaries will never be forgotten. What a gentle, kind man. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Love, the Walsh Family of Orem
Renee Christiansen
May 20, 2008
Uncle Tom was a very important part of my family. I felt his stability and influence in my life many times.We were thinking of him on his 90th birthday last Saturday and sang "Happy Birthday" for him at our Bertelsen Reunion. He made his goal of living to 90 and then slipped away just as he had wanted. My love to you and your girls, Aunt Helen.
Dr. Leslie Jack Fyans
May 19, 2008
Uncle Tom was like a father to me. Summer after summer he opened his life to me. Innumerable times he guided me in the lessons of life. He lead me to fashion a future architecture and mission for my life but founded upon family and history. He was like a great Cedar tree that has provided respite and guidance for many. We were intrinsically blessed to have personally been linked to that great Cedar. Now may Uncle Tom obtain his rest in the greatest of all Cedar trees, that of the Lord Jesus Christ. I would like to share my love at this time with my Aunt Helen and all my cousins. I will see you this summer. This week, I unfortunately will be with my one week old grandson Jackson David Fyans in Milwaukee. Gods greatest Blesings to you all and keep Romans chapter 8 close to your hearts.
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