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Guy Malmborg Obituary
Guy was born April 4, 1952 and left this world on June 6, 2013 while doing one of the things he loved most.
Guy was born in Garfield, Utah and was raised in Magna where he attended Cyprus High School on a part time basis. He might have graduated with his class in 1970, however there was a war raging in Vietnam, and in 1969, on his 17th birthday, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He served with the 1st Air and Naval Gunfire Liaison Company and served overseas with WESPAC ground forces. Besides this, Guy was a husband, father, brother, grandfather, master gunsmith, scuba instructor, rescue diver, drummer, photographer, welder, auto body technician, law enforcement officer, motorcycle mechanic, fly fisherman, expert rifleman and generally a good guy. He was optomistic and conservative in his views. He is known to have run into a burning building one night to rescue trapped and injured people, and it is said and witnessed by many, that he even chased down a car one night on foot, to get a hit and run, drunken driver out from behind the steering wheel and hold him until the police showed up. Guy was one to get involved, and feared nothing, except maybe Dams.
He is survived by his twin sister, Gay Flesher, sisters April (Dann) Nelson, Robyn (Steve) Wallwork and his stepbrother Steve (Dottie) Johnson. His three sons Wade (Jenny) Malmborg, Robert (Elke) Malmborg, Michael J. Hamblin and his extended family, Cassie, Moki and Maggie. Guy has three grandsons Austin, Garrett and Mason, and one granddaughter Abbie.
Guy is preceeded in death by his wife and best friend Shanna (Sammy) Malmborg, his mother Audrey Matthews Malmborg, his father Walter G. Malmborg, his brother and sister in law Craig S. (Glenna) Malmborg and his extended family, Scooter, Suzie, Peppy, Brandy, and Chops.
Funeral services will be held Friday June 14, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. at Brighton 1st Ward 2925 E Bengal Blvd. Cottonwood Heights.
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Memories and Condolences
for Guy Malmborg
Tom Griffith
June 7, 2023
Here's to you Guy; an Extreme Marine, Semper Fi, my brother. Rest in peace in the presense of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen
Patrick Lumby
June 6, 2019
I knew him for a short time
But the times that I did have was always a hoot
He had a dry sense of humor
BUT HE WAS A GREAT PERSON AND A GREAT MARINE TO KNOW
Tom Griffith
June 23, 2013
Sincere condolences to the Malmborg family. It was an honor to know Guy, a model Marine Extremist. Semper Fi, my friend and brother.
Ernie Steinmetz
June 23, 2013
Sorry to hear of Guy's passing,he was a good man and the best gunsmith I knew. Rest in Peace friend.
steve valencia
June 20, 2013
Dear Family,I went to school with Guy and played with Sammy star and the fifth wheel at the FOE he was very good drummer and singer.I'm saddened by his passing and will miss him even though we lost touch over the years.A friend
John Donatello
June 18, 2013
Guy, It was an honor to have you call me brother! We truly were in spirit and soul. you were one of the best men I ever met in my life. God bless you.
ANGLICO #143, Semper Fi, Aaaarrrgh!
Karen Staker Young
June 17, 2013
Dear Malmborg Family, I went to High school with Guy and Gay. So sorry for your loss Gay. I had a good time reconnecting with Guy at the local Reams up by his home. It was a treat when he would come thru my check out line. He is reunited with his best friend now. Miss you Guy ... Class of 70 Cyprus High ...
Doc Lyon
June 14, 2013
I did not expect to see Guy's picture looking at me from the obituary page last Wednesday. He was my gunsmith and friend,and I gave him a lot of medical advice free of charge. I will miss him
Doc Lyon
Joe Bauman
June 13, 2013
Guy was a truly nice person, who helped me immensely with astrophotography by making an amazing mount for my telescope. You're missed, Friend.
Penny Anderson
June 13, 2013
So sorry to hear about Guy's passing. God's blessings to you guys.
Dr Katie Domann
June 13, 2013
I was so shocked and saddened to learn of Guy's passing. I've been taking care of his animals for many years. He was such a kind, sweet man and loved his dogs so much. I recently saw him and learned of his wife's passing; now he's gone too. My thoughts are with the entire family; I'm so sorry for your loss.
Larry & Dianne Kearney
June 13, 2013
We are saddened at Guy's passing. He was such a great guy! We had fun going out to shoot with him on a few occasions and we always looked forward to seeing him at the monthly MCL/MCLA meetings. We know that he and Sammi are together and that death is just a passage way to eternity. Rest well our friend, all our love--
Phil Bunten
June 13, 2013
Guy,my brother,we were lucky to know you as a person that shared similar interests, especially in the gun world.
You will always be my brother as a Marine and Viet Nam Vet. Your pain from losing Sammie is now over and you have an eternity to spend without pain or sorrow to spend with her.
"You are relieved of your duty post" Semper Fi Marine.
James, Mary and Phil Bunten
Wade Malmborg
June 12, 2013
Dad,
You will be missed deeply. There are many things you taught me through life and a few I may not have paid enough attention. I will cherish the memories and look forward to an opportunity the next time we meet to blow some ammo, whip a fly or have a hug. I will follow the example you provided with Sammy for cherishing my wife and family. God be with you.
Doreen Weyland
June 12, 2013
Dear Robyn, I am so sorry for your loss. Remember all the good times you shared with your brother.
Moe Thomas
June 12, 2013
RIP my Brother and Semper Fi
Go Easy Bro
Joe and Bernice Pinelle
June 12, 2013
We were so shocked to hear of Guys passing we were just with him during Sammys illness and death. He was a great friend, we spent so much time with him and Sam and did so much dancing to their band. They spent a lot of time in our home and we loved them both, Our sincere sympathy's to his family. God Bless all of you
Ann House
June 12, 2013
Guy was also an amateur astronomer and one of my first friends when I joined the Salt Lake Astronomical Society. He was a delight and I will miss him.
Larry Jewkes
June 12, 2013
Guy was my Gunsmith, but more important he was my Friend. He will be missed by many. Let me share the following thoughts with the family. "Death isn"t what it seems to be...Whatever we were to each other, we still are...nothing has changed...Laugh at the little jokes we enjoyed together. Smile, think of me and pray for me. Know your prayers are wonderful gifts and your thoughts are like a gentle tap on my shoulder...Please understand that all is well."
Val Pollock
June 12, 2013
Marine, my brother, Guy Malmborg. We are trying to grasp the fact that you are no longer with us on this side. I have appreciated you as a friend and fellow Marine. I could feel your pain when you lost Sammy - and what a happy time it must be now for your reunion with her. I will miss swapping sea stories, talks of Viet Nam and the education you provided me on weapon problems. Until we meet again, my brother. "Stand down my brother" Semper Fi
Val and Diana Pollock
Lee Romrell
June 12, 2013
Another member of the Malmborg family is gone. I remember when Craig and Glenna were taken at a young age. My condolences to the family.
Chuck Hards
June 12, 2013
I knew Guy from his involvement in the astronomy club. I will never forget him, he was a truly unique person and more full of life than any ten other people.
Ad Astra, Guy.
June 12, 2013
Guy /Diveboss! You passed through a door that we weren't ready for you to enter yet. Your loss is a great one for us all , yet we have peace , that you have reunited with Sammi and your pains are no more. Watch over your family here, always . "Til we meet again brother" ! Semper Fi ! ! ! Jack Murphy & family
Patrick Lumby
June 12, 2013
I guess that I was lucky to have met Guy he was a great guy funny and also a fellow Marine Semper Fi My Friend
June 12, 2013
Deepest sympathies Gay and the Malmborg family. Will remember Guys acceptance of me when in your home so many times, and his friendship at school. Much love sent your way. Diedty
Joan Harding
June 11, 2013
May your family be comforted in the days ahead by the wonderful memories you all share.
Karen Wall
June 11, 2013
Sorry dear cousin, we won't be seeing eachother in August but I guess the Lord needed you. He seems to hjave a need for the young men in our family as we have lost quite a few at an early age. I moved and didn't get to associate with you a lot and I feel bad for that. I truly do love you and will miss you like crazy! Peace be with your sweet family. Much love, cousin Karen.
Utah West Det. 1332 MCL, Inc.
June 11, 2013
I hope you'll understand,
Although these words are few.
Our Sympathy's sincere;
Our thoughts and prayers with you.
Your loss is shared by many
Who knew your loved one well.
So, caring thoughts are with you,
Much more than words can tell.
Just some words to let you know
How very much we care . . .
May you feel the strength of God,
As we hold you close in prayer.
Semper Fi
Dawn Boothe
June 11, 2013
A prayer for the Malmborg family!!
Candace Rose
June 11, 2013
"Death is goodbye for just a little while. One day we'll meet again. For now, I'll hold you in my heart and in my memories."
PAM ANDERSON THOMSON
June 11, 2013
WADE,JENNY,BOBBY,ELKE, AND KIDS SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD,GRANDPA, HE WAS A GREAT GUY. MAY YOU ALL BE COMFORTED WITH HUGS AND PRAYERS FROM FAMILY AND FRIENDS, AND KNOWING YOUR DAD IN IN PEACE.
LOVE AUNT PAM AND UNCLE DENNIS
PAM ANDERSON THOMSON
Candace Rose
June 11, 2013
A True Hero, Uncle Guy, you set the standard for what I stand by and believe can be right in this country and world. I love you.
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