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DeAnna Packer Obituary
DeAnna is cherished by her husband Dee, her children: Julie (Terry) Miller, Mark (Julie) Packer, Brenda (Chris) Haertel, Brent (Tonya) Packer, Michael David Packer*, Roger (Andrea) Packer, Lori (Wes*) Truman; her brothers Duane, Gene, and Harold Welling; and many other dear family members and friends. *deceased
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 4, 2015, at the Mueller Park Stake Center, 1800 E. Mueller Park Rd., Bountiful. Family and friends may call at Russon Brothers Mortuary, 295 N. Main Street in Bountiful, on Tuesday evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Wednesday at the church from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Interment at Bountiful City Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
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Lisa Mercer Kaelberer
June 22, 2015
Dear Packer Family,
I only learned of your mother's passing a couple days ago. Even though it is months later, I hope my sharing is okay.
First I must say -
I adored and loved your mother! She was an especially wonderful example to me in my impressionable late teen years. Her smile, optimistic nature, gentle teasing & wonderful sense of humor were so infectious and I loved spending time with her just chatting away - sometimes even folding laundry as we laughed and enjoyed each other's company. She ALWAYS made me feel so welcome - as a 17-18 year old and even the few times I popped by as an adult. We would visit as if no time had past and that familiar twinkle in her eyes always lifted my spirits.
To know her was to love her - dearly love her. It was impossible not to love her as you felt her unconditional love for you. She always saw the positive in everyone and everything. Her capacity to love was immense and it made such an impression on me. I learned so much from observing and being with her. Because of her influence, I made the goal to have my future home be a place that my children's friends not only felt welcome, but a place they would Want to be - especially the teenagers! Her example has had far reaching effects - more than she probably ever knew. Thank you, DeAnna.
This obituary is so beautiful and a loving tribute to her. To be so loved by her family says it all. If my future obituary has even a small portion of this type of tribute, I will be so honored and grateful.
The last time I saw DeAnna was before my family moved to TN, more than 10 years ago, and so I had no idea how she was doing and what was going on in her and Dee's lives. I was in Utah for 5 weeks this past December, working the Christmas season for my brother, and I had the impression to go for a short visit with her. Unfortunately, I brushed it aside thinking she'd be too busy with her family and all. I deeply regret that now. (Another lesson in following impressions - just do it! 47 years old and I still have more to learn there?! I can hear how DeAnna would tease me and chuckle at that.) Visiting with her for even 5 minutes, seeing that familiar twinkle in her eye, and giving her a hug would have been a cherished blessing.
My prayers are for all of you wonderful Packers, as I'm sure there are days that you greatly miss her. How grateful I am to have known her. How even more grateful I am to know where she is now, and to know of the perfect gift of our Savior, Jesus Christ. For me, losing dear loved ones would be devastating without that knowledge. His gift gives me such comfort and peace. DeAnna strengthened my testimony of the Savior by sharing her's with me. I am eternally grateful for her influence in my life. Thank you 'Mama' Packer.
Jeanette Chapman (Swiss )
February 14, 2015
DeAnna was one of my favorite people! She and Dee always were so much fun as we were growing up and made us feel connected to the family even while we lived so far away. Love them both so much!
Raymond Burgoyne
February 8, 2015
Dee and Family, Myrna and I have fond memories of your wife and mother and her great love of life. As we read her obituary and of her loving nature we are in full accordance of her loving nature and commitment to service. What a wonderful example to all.
With Our Love, Ray & Myrna Burgoyne
February 6, 2015
I want to add my sympathy and condolences to your family. My husband, Mack, thought so much of Dee and Deanna. I was so impressed with her sincerity and friendliness whenever I saw her.
Sincerely,
Julie S. Watkins
February 5, 2015
What a wonderful funeral and such special tributes were given from each of the children! How I loved DeAnna from the time I met her bringing Lori to Sunshine Generation. She would observe my classes and always leave a beautiful, uplifting note! She was truly an angel and so admired by everyone! We loved her darling sense of humor and the sunshine she radiated wherever she was. Also her beautiful, clear, high soprano voice is truly missed in our Ward Choir. Know that she has been a great example to us and has taught us so much. May your family all feel the peace that only our Savior can bring.
Our love always,
Nancy and Ron Whetman
April Weeks
February 2, 2015
Dear Brenda and Chris. So sorry for your loss. She looks like she was a darling angel, so very much like you Brenda. We are living in Nebraska for another year or we would have come and given you hugs! David and April Weeks
Brett Carlson
February 2, 2015
Packer family: I have very fond memories coming home with Roger at the end of a school day and being greeted by "mom Packer". She's a beautiful woman. Dee, the Carlson family sends its deepest and warmest sympathies.
Susan Perri
February 1, 2015
Oh how well I remember sweet DeAnna from the Capitol Hill Ward. She was always so much fun and showed such joy in her countenance. She was a wonderful chorister and could get everyone to sing the hymns. DeAnna's obituary was beautiful, just as she was beautiful. May you feel peace and comfort at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Susan Perschon Perri
Kathy Okerlund
February 1, 2015
Dear Dee and Family & Welling Family,
I am so sorry to hear of DeAnna's passing. She was and is a remarkable woman! I am blessed for my friendship with her and with all your family. My time with her when I was Dee's secretary and when I lived in Bert's apartment are cherished memories that I think of often and always will. My love and condolences to all of you. Kathy Okerlund
Kathy Okerlund
February 1, 2015
Dear Dee and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of DeAnna's passing. She was and is truly a very special woman. She brought a lot of joy to everyone she knew, including me! My time with her when I was Dee's secretary and when I lived in Bert's apartment are memories I will always cherish! My love and condolences to all of you. Kathy Okerlund
January 31, 2015
Dear Brenda and Chris,
I'm sorry for your loss. I so enjoyed my visits with your mom whenever I came to your home to visit and have dinner. She was always one of the highlights of those visits.
Barbara Cole
January 29, 2015
What a beautiful obituary for a beautiful woman. I have been blessed to know and love her since I was a little girl. She has been my friend, mentor, and dear sister. We will all miss her love, her humor, and her strength of faith and testimony. We love you Dee, and all of the family and our prayers and love extend to each and everyone of you. You are a dear family and a tribute to your wonderful mom and dad. Our friendship is eternal just as her love for you is eternal. I know she will be near you. Much love, Marianne Johns
Paige Balling James
January 29, 2015
I love Sister Packer, she was so important to my life growing up in the 23rd ward, She taught me to be happy, cheerful, and always look for the best in everything. ( I remember her telling me once "put your dimples to good work", she taught by example. She will be missed. Like Holly, I feel so blessed to know her.
Stephanie Denning
January 28, 2015
I am so fortunate to have known Deanna, she was a second mother to me since Julie and I were inseparable. She was an angel on earth and must certainly be in heaven. I'm so sorry for the pain and heartache you must all be feeling. She will leave a hole in many hearts. My love and prayers are sent your way. Stephanie (Hughes) Denning
Garry and LaNell Moore
January 28, 2015
Our dear Dee and DeAnna Packer family, for it will always be this. We are so grateful for the example of pure love and unity we have witnessed in the preparation of your family for the graduation of your angel mother from this mortal sphere to heavenly realms of glory. Seeing Julie, Brenda, and Lori at church week after week as they renewed covenants of faithfulness to family in the midst of magnifying those covenants in the loving care proffered to a worthy father and mother. Oh, it is beautiful, beautiful to us.
Mother is not gone. Spirit Paradise resides here. The veil is thin. She would not have chosen to leave you now to slip behind the curtain of immortality but because she was bidden by Father she obediently concurred and now she now continues the great work of her life, preparing a home for her family and preparing her family for that home. She has lots of help there. You will feel her presence frequently as you continue to think on her, cherish her love, example, and teachings. You are most blessed to be able to count DeAnna Welling Packer as your angel mother for the time of this life and for the eternities. We love you and we thank you again for letting us all be a part of your llives.
Dee, yours is a heavier burden. DeAnna is yours but she is not here to touch, to enjoy, to serve, but you know. You know what you have lived and what you will yet live. The ordinances of the sacred temple make it so. Our arms are around you. We have always loved you, our dear home teacher and friend.
Our love forever Moore, Garry and LaNell
Ned Worthington
January 28, 2015
I loved sister Packer and she showed me she loved me. Her obituary says it all. I'm so glad to have known her and learned from her as a child. I have many fond memories of time spent in her loving home. Much love to the family.
Holly Dunn
January 28, 2015
I feel blessed to have known such a kind and loving woman. I remember her,and the Packer family, with fond memories. My love to Julie, especially.
January 27, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about her passing. One of the fun memories I have of DeAnna is when I sent her flowers for something nice she did for me. The florist put "from John" rather than from Joan. When Dee saw that of course he wanted to know who John was! She let him wonder for awhile and then finally told him. She had a great sense of humor and was one of the most beloved neighbors I've ever had. As a side note, her twins, Brent and Brenda, used to say "Hi, Mr. Lvingston when they saw me outside across the street!
Jenni Dredge Chou
January 27, 2015
Love you....thanks for always opening the door for me!
Lincoln Packer
January 27, 2015
I love you Grandma!
Linda Nelson
January 27, 2015
I love this remarkable lady and will miss her earthly influence in my life.
I know she has been welcomed with open arms by her Savior.
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