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COALVILLE, UTAH-Belvon G. Blonquist, 88, passed away at home on January 15, 2013 surrounded by his family.
Belvon was born May 20, 1924 at Hoytsville, Summit County, Utah to George Gustave Blonquist and Ethel Winters. He was raised in Upton, Utah, and spent as much time as possible working and enjoying life at the Blonquist family ranch, located about ten miles east of Coalville. Belvon served in the United States Army during the occupation of Germany at the end of World War II.
He married the love of his life, Peggy Geraldine Hall Wright, on July 3, 1957 at Park City, Utah. After their marriage, they moved to Coalville, where they lived the rest of their lives.
Belvon was the Supervisor of Summit County Roads for many years. He often spoke of plowing the snow at Summit Park and fighting wild fires throughout the county. Before retiring, he worked for Geary Construction Company. After retirement, he was able to work full-time at the Blonquist Ranch with his brother and best friend, Keith. Belvon's greatest happiness was his time spent with his wife and his immediate and extended family at the ranch.
Belvon is survived by his brothers: Lawrence, Bountiful; Keith (Carol), Upton; Veleen (Ivan) Scovil, Springville; children: Gordon (Susan) Wright, West Jordan; Tonja (Howdy) Hanson, Kamas; son-in-law, Roger Whitney, West Valley City; grandchildren: Cade Whitney, Cassidee (Nuu) Iva, Cara Whitney, Alyssa Tia Hanson; two great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Peggy, and his daughter, Peggy Dee Whitney.
Belvon will be remembered as a hard-working man who loved is family. He was a wonderful storyteller with a great sense of humor, honest, a faithful friend and loving father. He loved working and spending time on the family ranch, riding bucking horses, hunting, and operating heavy equipment. He will be missed by everyone that knew him.
There will be a viewing at the Coalville Stake Center, 40 N Main Street, Sunday, January 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. Services will be at the same location, Monday, January 21, at 11:00 a.m., with a viewing from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Belvon's memory can be made to the building fund for the Park City Medical Center ICU. Mailing address: Park City Medical Center, c/o Jonna Charnes, 900 Round Valley Dr., Park City, UT 84060.
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He lived a good life and he was great to Peg and his children. I think we all have a Belvon story. With much love, Leah & Shaun Robison
January 28, 2013
Tonja, I was so sorry to hear about your dad. My dad has many fond memories of him and time spent up on the ranch. Hope all is well with you guys. Christine Blonquist Hulse South Jordan Utah.
January 21, 2013
We will all miss him but it is all for the best. Good luck in all you do. We still miss you, Gordon, and think of your family often.
Randy and Mary Beth Pace
January 20, 2013
Tonya and Gordon I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember your mom and dad fondly since your mom and my mom are now happy and together up in Heaven and now your mom will have your dad once again up in Heaven with her. I will miss them dearly
Monica Johnson-Pike
January 19, 2013
Dear Tonja & family,
I was so sorry to hear about Belvon, he was such a good man and will be missed by so many. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
Lynne Richmond
January 19, 2013
I always liked and respected Belvon.
He was a truly good man. You just knew he worked hard all his life and loved his family and community. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. God bless you Belvon.
Jack Bishop
January 19, 2013
I think of you often and fondley old friend.Jamie Gillmor
January 19, 2013
To meet Belvon, was to know him. He had a hcarm that was easily passed to you. He believed in Life. We will miss him. I am sure he is happy and spreading a little love right now. Thanks to the family for sharing him with us all. Randy and Ileane Taylor
January 19, 2013
Belvon was a great guy who always had a story to tell. You would go to the house and an hr or two later you would leave, cause he had to tell you a story or 3. He was always saying nice things about my Dad. Tonja, you will miss him but he is in a better place and a great reunion is going on in Heaven with your Mom and Sis.
Doug and Sheryl Porter
January 19, 2013
Hey Cuz! I am going to miss hearing you say that. The last time I saw you and I visited with you at the pharmacy a year ago. You said with that famous grin "see you cuz". Rick & I love you and will be in our hearts forever. Give another Cowboy a hug for me there in heaven, My Dad and Aunt Peg too.
CarolLee Martinez
January 19, 2013
Scott and I just loved that man! He was always cheerful and had a big contagious smile! We enjoyed seeing him often up Southfork at the ranch while pumping oil wells. Also, loved seeing him at Smiths and Walmart at Park City. He was never in too big of a hurry to stop and visit! He will be greatly missed, but we are happy he is now with his sweetheart!
Scott and Carolyn McQueen
January 18, 2013
Belvon was a great man. He was a good friend of my patents, and our family. He was a person who was a friend to everyone. My wife and family are grateful for the memories we have of him at the picnics at the Blonquist Ranch. Our condolences to his family and especially Keith. God bless you and be with you!
Jeff Williams
January 17, 2013
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