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Michael Stoker Obituary
Michael Keith Stoker, 64, passed away Monday June 3rd, 2013 at his home with his family by his side, after a courageous four year battle with cancer.
Mike was born in Payson, Utah on January 5th, 1949, the second of six children to Max and Eva Clinger Stoker. He was raised and educated in Aberdeen, Idaho graduating from Aberdeen High School in the class of 1967. After high school he served a 2 1/2 year LDS mission to Hamburg, Germany. Upon returning from his mission, he attended Ricks College in Rexburg, Idaho where he met his future bride Shauna Stam. Mike and Shauna became inseparable on November 18, 1971 when they were married in the Salt Lake Temple. They were blessed with 4 children - Kristen, Jared, Brandon, and Jeremy. Mike loved to learn and he valued education.
He earned his Associate's degree from Ricks College, his Bachelor's degree from University of Utah, and his Master's degree in Public Administration from BYU. He put his education to work as an Associate Director over Finance and Operations for the Salt Lake County Library System, where he worked for 28 years until he took a medical retirement.
Mike was a very faithful member of the Falcon Park ward in the LDS Church and served in many callings. He loved to read, travel, play golf and spend time with his children and grandchildren. He had 100 percent devotion to his wife Shauna. Their relationship defined unity.
Mike is survived by his wife of 41 years Shauna of Sandy, Utah. Four children and their spouses, Kristen (Peter) Gehrett, Jared (Erin) Stoker, Brandon (Brecklen) Stoker, and Jeremy (Tiffany) Stoker. His mother and stepfather Eva and Myrl Davidson and five siblings Steven Stoker, Rebecca Stoker, David Stoker, Dorian Stoker, and Paul Stoker as well as 13 beautiful grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father Max Stoker.
The family would like to thank the caregivers at Utah Cancer Specialists, Huntsman Cancer Center and Intermountain Hospice.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday June 8, 2013, at the LDS Canyon View Stake Center located at 9119 South 1300 East Sandy, Utah. A viewing will be held Friday June 7, 2013 from 6 until 8 p.m. at the Canyon View Stake Center Relief Society room and also one hour prior to the service at the church. A military honor guard will be held at the memorial estates Mountain View Cemetery located in Sandy, Utah. Arrangements are under the direction and care of Colonial Funeral Home, 2005 South 4th Avenue Pocatello, ID.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Stoker
June 18, 2013
Dear Shauna,
My heart just about broke when I heard of Mike's passing. I've adored you and your family for so long. I feel privileged to have shot pics of your family. Mike was a great, loving guy and quite the character. Remember the Santa Suit shoot? I'll always love your family, and grateful that Mike was apart of my life. The the Lord bless your heart, always. Love you - Kathi
Mike and Shauna - 2004
Kathi Hennebry
June 18, 2013
Mike and Shauna - The Kids 2004
Kathi Hennebry
June 18, 2013
Mike and Shauna - Grand kids - 2004
Kathi Hennebry
June 18, 2013
All the Family - 2004
Kathi Hennebry
June 18, 2013
Bill Cole
June 11, 2013
I offer my sincere condolences to your family. I have had the privilege of working with Mike over the past 9 years at Salt Lake County. He was an inspiration and shining beacon of hope and strength to those around him. He will be missed here in mortality by many, but the Lord has a work for him to do of which I know Mike will put his whole heart and soul into accomplishing.
James Bennion
June 10, 2013
I just heard of Mikes passing yesterday. A great person. May the Lord bless your family in this time of grief tempered with the reality of a great after life.
Bryce Poulson
June 10, 2013
I never knew Mike to be anything other than kind and genuine...a great man for sure. He was a couple yrs. ahead of me in High School and always friendly to under-classmen.
Mickie Milligan
June 9, 2013
Dear Shauna & family,
I just found out about Mike tonight. I'm so sorry I didn't make it to the funeral. Mike was such a great guy. I think often about the fun times we had, especially the Yellowstone trip. I think about you every Nov. I will try to get in touch with you soon.
Love, Mickie
June 8, 2013
Dear Shauna and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I had the opportunity to be a classmate of his in Aberdeen and he was such a kind and thoughtful friend, always. I never heard him say an unkind word to anyone and he was always a good friend to everyone. I had to opportunity to talk with him a couple of times in the last couple of years and he was always so positive about his illness and just plain life. This good man will be missed tremendously by all who knew him. I am sure he will be carrying his good work and waiting for his family to join him.
My condolences to you all.
Dessa Poulson Hardy, Sandy, Utah
June 8, 2013
Dear Family,
It was a true blessing visiting with Mike
just 2 or 3 weeks ago. It was always a joy to share our love of God and family
as we worked closely together at the Library for some 2o + years. I will long
remember our times of simple problem solving and especially the times we prayed together for a special need of one of our associates or a family situation.
God Bless you now, as you grieve the loss of someone so loved, and with the hope that only Our Father in heaven with his holy spirit can give. "See you next time Mike".
Sincerely, Bev Dusserre
Jason & Sharlene Nesbit Family
June 8, 2013
Dear Stoker Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May the Comforter bring peace to all those who knew and loved Mike. I know that Mike is now free of the pain and suffering of this life, and that because of Christ's Atonement, Mike will pick up he body once more.
I am sorry that we can't be there to support you all at this time.
Alyson Jensen
June 8, 2013
Dearest Shauna and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was (and still is) a wonderful and amazing man. He was faithful and conscientious in all he did. He loved his family and The Lord. I am sad for those that are left behind but can't help thinking about how happy he is now and that he is now out of the pain that wracked his earthly body these past years. May The Lord comfort all of young this difficult time in your grief.
Kim, JoLynn, Sara, Sally, Nate Johnson
June 8, 2013
Dear Shauna and Family
It's been many years since we were your neighbors, but I think of Mike often since he named our son "Smilin' Nate." When I tend Nate's baby son with that same steady smile, I think "Smilin' Max." THANK YOU, Mike, you are a giant among men!
Steve, Kathleen Nielsen and Family
June 7, 2013
Dear Shauna and Family,
Mike was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed, We have been your neighbors for 26 years, and it has been an honor to know you and your family. You may not be aware of this, but Steve felt it was an honor to be born on the same day as Mike. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Dave Thomas
June 7, 2013
Dear Shauna and Family,
You are in our thoughts every morning. We are so mindful of the sadness you must be feeling - we feel a fraction of it. We do know that God knows all of you and loves you. We pray for a huge amount of the comfort that comes from the Holy Ghost.
You are in our prayers.
Dave and Paula Thomas
June 7, 2013
Dear Shauna and Family:
Our sincerest condolences go to you upon Mike's passing. We very much enjoyed our time together on the credit union board and will miss Mike's wisdom and wit. We keep great memories of Mike in our hearts and wish you well.
Tim & Stephanie Harpst
Dorothy Tembo
June 7, 2013
Dearest Shauna and family, We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Praying that the Lord's gentle comfort will tenderly embrace you, bringing quiet peace to your hearts. We will always remember Mike a wonderful person. The Tembos
Ron Lovato
June 7, 2013
Shauna and family, Ron and I would like to offer our sincerest condolences in the passing of your amazing husband and father. We have many great memories of Mike as well as you and your family. We are sending our love and prayers at this time. Love, Shawna and Ron Lovato
June 7, 2013
Michael was my choir dad that year of Vocal Ensemble. I will always remember the parties at your house. Every once in awhile I would run into him at a library and he was always so interested in my life and how I turned out. I love him and am saddened that I won't be running into him anymore.
Love, Janae Chipman Smith
Michelle Bolt
June 7, 2013
Shauna and Family,
My sincerest sympathies for the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. I pray you find comfort in knowing he is strong and healthy in the loving arms of his Lord Jesus Christ. All my love.
June 7, 2013
Shauna and Family,
The Jensen family extends our deepest sympathy to you. We have great memories of Mike in the Falcon Park Ward and neighborhood. He was always so upbeat and inclusive. He had an infectuous way of making everyone feel better. We extend our love and prayers to your family as you face this change in your mortal lives. God bless.
Jeff and Cathy Jensen
Michael & Jody Rappleye
June 7, 2013
Our deepest sympathy for the Stoker Family. We have a great respect for Mike and thought the world of him. He was a kind and fun loving friend our thoughts, and prayers are with the Stoker family. Love Michael & Jody Rappleye
Jack and Linda Singleton
June 6, 2013
Jared and Erin,
So sad to see that your Father has passed away. Even though you have had time to prepare it is never easy. I hope you will feel the comfort and peace that comes from the gospel.
I didn't know him, but based on what I know of you and your family, he had to be amazing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 6, 2013
Thank you for all your help with the library. It was a pleasure.
Jerry & Debbie Black
June 6, 2013
Dear Shauna,
We send our love and sympathy to you and your family at this sad time. We have always loved and respected you and Mike and have valued our association over the years. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joshua Cooke
June 6, 2013
To the Stoker family,
I consider Mike to be one of my mentors and a true friend. He was willing to provide me with a job at the county before my mission and guided me in so many ways during that time and upon my return home. He was a man of true integrity and always pushed me to keep moving forward. I will always remember his positive affirmations and willingness to talk with me. His office door was always open to me. Where others would look down on me and insist treating me like a kid, he would always prop me up and acknowledge my place as an adult in the world. This has had such a profound impact on my life. I will always remember Mike and his role in my life.
Thank you Stokers for sharing Mike with all of us.
Melinda Tucker Castellanos
June 6, 2013
Shauna, Kristen, Jared, Brandon, and Jeremy-
I am so very sorry for your loss. I was heartbroken to hear of his passing. Mike was such a great man. It has been a long time since I have seen any of you, but I have so many fun memories of your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this incredibly sad time.
Melinda Tucker Castellanos
James and Gloria Corpuz
June 6, 2013
We miss our Sandy ward. Always seeing the Stoker family so faithful in all things. May the Lord bless and comfort you all at this difficult time.
Wayne & Jodi Timothy
June 6, 2013
Shauna and family,
Our deepest condolences to your family in Mike's passing. You are in our thoughts at this extremely sad time.
Wayne & Jodi Timothy
Lynn & Victoria Hauserman
June 6, 2013
Mike was a wonderful boss and confidant; his memory will live on for a very long time. I wanted to share something that I received when my father passed away recently (February 2013):
Don't Cry
Don't cry for me now I am gone, I did not die, my life goes on.
For all we shared throughout the years, send me your love without your tears.
I couldn't stay, and so instead, I've walked a little way ahead.
This morning I awoke again, to face another day of pain,
And suddenly beheld a door, I'm certain wasn't there before.
And, trying, found to my surprise, with ease and comfort I could rise.
And at the door to welcome me, stood countless friends and family.
Well-loved and lost so long ago, all gathered now to let me know,
Eternal are the ties that bind our hearts to those we leave behind.
Please don't think I don't still care, those we loved here are still loved there.
The darkest night will end with dawn, don't cry for me, my life goes on.
Love & Peace
Bryan Stevens
June 6, 2013
A lot of time has passed since I last saw you and your family. I fondly remember Mike's crushing handshake; I could never get ready for it in time. Please accept my sincere condolence at his passing. I have good memories of both of you. Words fall short of proper expression during these times. My best to you and your family.
Debra Campbell
June 6, 2013
Dearest Shauna and family; I am truly sorry for your loss. Mike was one of those wonderful people that you meet and know immediately that you have found a good friend. Having had you and your family as our neighbors for over 30 yrs was a blessing. I learned more about Mike when we sang together in the "Sound Effects" singing group. He would alway have a funny story to tell that kept everyone laughing and enjoying their time together. May you, your children and grandchildren received the comfort and blessings that you need at this most difficult time. You are in my prayers.
Sincerely, Debra Campbell
June 5, 2013
To the extended Stoker family. My and Dave's deepest sympathies. Mike was a good friend of my older brother Jim and I have very fond memories of him. Our families had lots of memories of the entire Stoker family. You are loved.
David and Barbara Stavast Green
Brock Driscoll
June 5, 2013
Dear Shauna and Family,
We have fond memories of Mike growing up here in our little town of Aberdeen years ago. Seems like yesterday! We enjoyed working with him and being with him in the activities in our church and community. Always seemed to be happy and having a good time. We wish you the best and may the Lord watch closely over you at this time. So grateful for our visit with Mike in March.
Our love and prayers go to you now. We wish we could be there at the services. We wish you the very best!
Love Brock & Tena Driscoll
Bob and Dutch Morgan
June 5, 2013
We would like to offer our condolences.
Bob and Dutch
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