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April Trottier Obituary
April 23, 1975 - January 28, 2016.
April Gummersall Trottier - West Valley City
Heavenly Father called home one of His choicest daughters on Thursday, January 28, 2016. April Jean Gummersall Trottier left this world unexpectedly to be reunited with her daddy and other loved ones, she will be greatly missed.
April was born April 23, 1975 to Leon and Hilda Gummersall of Grace, Idaho. She grew up in Grace and graduated high school there. She went to Ricks College, Boise State, Idaho State and U of U to further her education. She married Duiane Trottier in the Jordan River Temple on February 28, 2003. Later they were blessed with four beautiful children who were the loves of her life; Mathew, Samantha, Abigail, and Joseph.
She worked at Deseret Book for most of her married life and enjoyed it there. She willingly served her Heavenly Father in her many callings in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Her hobbies included reading book after book, engaging in good conversation and tackling household improvements. She loved spending time with her husband and children. She also enjoyed being with her extended families.
April was preceded in death by her father Aaron Leon Gummersall, her in-laws, Ray and Carol Trottier, her nephew Nicholas Gummersall, and brother R.L. Gummersall.
She is survived by her husband Duiane Trottier; sons, Mathew and Joseph; daughters, Samantha and Abigail; mother, Hilda Pearson Gummersall; brothers; Elliott, Clay, Jeff, Will; sisters, Tamara, Amy, Holly; and in-laws, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Thursday February 4 at 11:00 a.m. at the LDS Stake Center on 3900 S. 4000 W. in West Valley City, Ut. A viewing will be held Wednesday February 3 at the same location from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and also an hour prior to the funeral on February 4.
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Memories and Condolences
for April Trottier
Travis Holloway
February 10, 2016
I am so shocked. I went to Rick's college with her. She is a wonderful choice daughter of God. She is loved by many. I pray for you all.
Ginny Shuck
February 5, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Attending high school with her, I never heard her say an unkind word, and she always had a smile on her face. She'll be missed.
Quin and Jodie Whitaker
February 4, 2016
So so sorry to hear about the passing of April. Hugs and prayers are being sent to all of you. We love the Gummersall's and pray the Spirit of the Lord will give you comfort at this hard time.
Scott Ockey
February 3, 2016
Duaine
My heart is so heavy for you and your family. We have a family where I live that experienced something similar and through the process they started a program for children and spouses who have lost a mom/dad/spouse. It is called Marked generation. Their dad was named Mark. This may help you all tremendously.
My condolences.
North family
February 2, 2016
We were saddened to her of the sudden loss of April. She was always such a sweet kind spirit to be around. Our prayers are with your family.
Lesley Bickmore
February 2, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear of April's death. I enjoyed our visits together. Her calm and relaxed spirit always brought me peace.
Dale Reynolds
February 2, 2016
Duiane my heart and prayer go out to you. Stay strong--the Lord will sustain you. Always remember that families are forever.
Susan Casebolt
February 2, 2016
Our prayers and heartfelt sympathies go out to April's entire family. May you have the comfort of the Spirit in this difficult time. Love to all.
Rodney and Susan Casebolt
February 2, 2016
To the Gummersall family: May you find peace at this trying time and comfort in our Savior. So very sorry at the loss of April. Gary & Karla Hagler
Dorothy M. Bramwell
February 2, 2016
I send my sincerest condolences to Duane, your children and all of April's family at this very difficult and tender time.
Steve and JaNiece Warren
February 2, 2016
Dear Trottier family,
Until the day comes when you live with April again, may the angels who are with her also watch over each of you.
Camille Jensen
February 1, 2016
I used to work with April back in Boise, many years ago--she was so lively and larger than life. She knew what she wanted and was determined to get it. I am so glad to hear she married and had children. We had many conversations and I will fondly remember our fun days at work. She was truly one of a kind.
Sue Ware
February 1, 2016
Dear Gummersall Family; So so very sorry for your loss. Keep all the good times in your memories. Love you all!!
Tristen Blackburn
February 1, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear about April. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children. May you feel her presence and comfort that only the Spirit can give.
Max & Sallie Evans
February 1, 2016
Duaine, I know that there is little comfort in empty words, but there is long-lasting peace in the truths of the gospel of Jesus Christ. His ways are not ours and as we come closer to him we learn of his unparalleled love for each of his children. We pray that you and your family will find solace in the absolute, undeniable truth and certainty of the life to come with our loved ones surrounding us and the joy that will be ours.
Erin Mecham Jensen
January 31, 2016
Both myself and my sister Shannon Mecham, send our condolences and love to her families and to April, the Christlike angel she always was. What a sweet blessing to have known her. We pray that you may be comforted.
January 31, 2016
April was a dear friend of mine from the past. She was sincere and always kind. She truly will be missed and I pray for peace to her family and that they may have comfort during this time and always when thinking of her.
Thomas Broome and family
Scott & Shauna Gummersall
January 31, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to the wonderful Gummersall family. We are so sorry for your loss.
Jim and Donna Dexter
January 31, 2016
Prayer to the Gummersall Family.
Kristy Pool
January 31, 2016
My heart is broken for April's family. I pray they feel the love of our Savior and the warmth of heaven surround and sustain them. April was so geniune and kind when I knew her at Ricks College, I'm thankful to have known her.
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