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Orval Fotheringham Obituary
MAGNA, UT-Orval A Fotherngham, age 77, passed away on September 16, 2011. Orval was born on March 30, 1934 in Mount Pleasant, Utah, the son of Otho Khulil and Helen Ash Fotheringham. He married Ila Jean Larsen on June 25, 1953 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple.
He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving many years with the youth and as a scoutmaster, for which he received his Silver Beaver award. He was proud of his pioneer heritage. His family was his pride and joy. Many times he loaded the station wagon with the family, camping gear, and a red boat trailing behind. He spent many hours supporting his family in their activities.
He is survived by his wife, Ila; seven sons, Kim (Carrie), Gary (Paulette), Bart (Shaunalie), Chad (Christine), Cal (Sharon), Doug (Patti), and Robert Upshaw; one daughter, Kaye (Lee) Hammond; sister, Veloy (Earl) Jeppson; 28 grandchildren; and 22 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents.
Many thanks to Heartwood Hospice, Glenna, Katrina, Paula, and Kyle for their kindness and special care.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, September 19, 2011 at the Magna Central Stake Center, 8181 W. 3320 S., where friends and family may call both Sunday 6-8 p.m. and Monday 10-10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park. Online condolences: www.peelfuneralhome.com
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Byron and Tammy Lund
September 21, 2011
Dear Fotheringham Family, Orval was a great man of friendliness, humor, and love. As a teenager I had the privilege of home-teaching the Fotheringham family as an assistant to Alden Thomas. That was in 1960 and I saw the beginnings of a great family. In my adult years I taught most of the Fotheringham children at Cyprus High School and was overwhelmed with the accomplishments and depth of character of each of the offspring. At PTA consultations, and even up to the last time I saw Orval and Ila Jean, I was urging them to write a book on the secrets and processes of raising such outstanding children. Orval's testament will continue to be felt through his wonderful family. It is a joy to have associated with you all.
Mary Salm
September 21, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jed Hill
September 21, 2011
Cal & Sharon,
Just saw this... I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray as you mourn the Comforter will attend you in your time of need. You are the salt of the earth good friends!
Kerstin Tucker Severin
September 20, 2011
Dear Fotheringham Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I remember wonderful times at your home and playing basketball in the back yard. My mom also asked me to send her love and thoughts and prayers.
September 19, 2011
sorry for your familys lost bart he was a good man and funny always there for a joke and laugh. my heart goes out to all of you.
sonny & rhonda thomas
Guy Cameron
September 19, 2011
Dear Fotheringham Family,
I was so deeply sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I have such fond memories of him when we were all younger and going to school. The times that I spent at your house sharing stories and just "hanging out" are some of the fondest in my lifetime. And your father's presence, wisdom and sense of humor were such an important part of my youth. If he were listening I would thank him for his kindness, his words of wisdom, the way he lovingly harassed me constantly :-), and the way he always welcomed me as part of your family. I always felt welcome in your home. I consider he and his influence to have played a major role in my life. I feel blessed and honored to have been able to know him and call him my friend. I only wish I had known of his passing in time to pay my last respects. My condolences to you all and best wishes. If there is anything that I can do, please don't hesitate to call.
Sincerely and always
Your friend,
Guy Cameron and Family
Victoria Zollinger
September 19, 2011
Dear Fotheringham Family,
You can measure the success of a man by the posterity he leaves behind and the stories they tell of a loving Grandfather. We are fortunate to have met one of Brother Fotheringham's grandsons and his family as we have been serving a mission in Jacksonville, NC. It it there that we've had the wonderful opportunity to work and become friends with Brady and Sarah Fotheringham. They are great examples of righteous parenting and their Grandfather will be pleased in the choices they continue make. It was a double blessing, indeed, to know that Brother Fotheringham only lived within a mile from our home in Magna, UT. I'm sure we must have run into him sometime as we attended all of the 4th of July parades or a community function.
We add our condolences and best wishes to the entire family and pray all to have "Joy in the Journey"...
Elder Mike and Sister Vicki Zollinger
North Carolina Raleigh Mission
September 18, 2011
Dear Ila Jean and Family,
We were sorry to hear about Orval. He will be missed. Dick enjoyed going to school with both of you, and I enjoyed working with Orval at the Telephone Office. We live in Sun City, AZ now, so we will be unable to attend the services. We express our condolences to you and your family.
Dick and Beth Mantle
Jon Clark
September 18, 2011
It's sad to see Orval's passing but I will always be grateful for his influence in my life. I remember his entry into scouting and even though he didn't know much about scouts he dove in wholeheartedly and took us along. Thanks so much for sharing him with us!
Ronda (Anderson) Bishop
September 18, 2011
Thinking of Brother Fotheringham brings a smile to my heart. What a pleasant
September 18, 2011
Dear Fotheringham family,
We want to offer our heartfelt condolences at this time for the loss of brother Fotheringham. We regret that we will be unable to attend the memorial service, but surely it will be a wonderful celebration of a truly great life. Funerals are certainly some of the most deeply spiritual meetings to participate in, as hearts are tender, memories are re-kindled and love is shared.
I will always remember Brother Fotheringham as an exemplary father and husband, a man of intelligence and wit and one who possessed true goodness.
May the Lord bless all of you with a healthy measure of that same goodness and with the sweetness and comfort of His tender mercies at this time.
With love,
Jerald & Geri Broderick
Tooele, Utah
Catherine Loader Rolling
September 18, 2011
Dear Fotheringham Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Orval's passing. My heart especially goes out to Cal, whom I attended Brockbank and Cyprus with. My fondest memory of your Dad was the summer before my 10th grade year and I went on the Youth Conference Pioneer Trek and was placed in the same "family" as your Dad. During the trek we were paired up to wash each other's hair,needless to say it did not take me long to wash his and we laughed long and hard about the situation. Another day he assisted me in cleaning the turkey for our family to eat. I could not have done it without him. He was a kind and caring man and he will be greatly missed!
Larry Glauser
September 18, 2011
Dear Chad, Gary and Family,
Our sincere sympathy to you and your families in your father's passing. We want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. It is so comforting to know that you will again be with your father. What a joyous peace that brings.
Our love and prayers,
Larry & Marietta Glauser
Barbara Maurer
September 17, 2011
My heartfelt love and deepest sympathy to your family in your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
September 17, 2011
Dear Fotheringham Family,
It has been many years since I lived on Rulon Street with my parents, but all of my memories of Orval and the Fotheringham family are great. Orval's enthusiasm for boating and waterskiing inspired me to get a boat for my family, which we have enjoyed for many years. Our deepest sympathy and love to your whole family, from Montevideo, Uruguay, where we are currently serving a full-time mission. Elder Garth y Hermana Kim Goates.
Angela and Noel Fisher (Jones)
September 17, 2011
Dear Fotheringham family, we are sorry to hear of Brother Fotheringham's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
September 17, 2011
Fotheringham Family,
Mark and I are sorry to hear of Orvals passing. Our condolences are with you at this time.
Mark and Janice (Latham) George
Robyn Wallwork
September 17, 2011
Dear Ila and family,
Steve and I send our condolences to you and want you to know how much fun we thought Orval was. A great man who has left a great legacy for his family and those who knew him.
Shellie Dangerfield Dorius
September 17, 2011
Dear Fotheringham Family,
I'm very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I know he will leave a big hole in your hearts. I remember him and your sweet mom well from all those Idaho swim meets. Good memories! Cal, we'll miss you at our class reunion tonight! Chad and Chris, I'm thinking of you! I hope you all have peace and comfort in your hearts.
Dennis & Jo Ann Christensen
September 17, 2011
Doug and Patti, Dennis and I are sorry to hear of the passing of Doug's father. We send our condolences to your family at this time. We sure miss you as our neighbors.
Bert Singleton
September 17, 2011
My Condolences to the Fotheringham family. I didn't know Orval personally but anyone that raised 7 boys has to have something going for them.
Gary and Paulette I hope your both doing all right.
Darline DeBry
September 17, 2011
Dear Ila Jean and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about Orval's passing. In my mind time has not passed and I still thought of him as he was many years ago. I loved him and Ila Jean very much
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