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Dahrl Kemp Obituary

Dahrl Reid Kemp 1922 ~ 2008 Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend returned home peacefully to her Father in Heaven surrounded by her family on Feb. 11, 2008.Dahrl was born Sept. 30, 1922 in Malad, Idaho to Pearl Jones and Andrew Reid. She married her childhood sweetheart, Keith William Kemp, Dec. 2, 1940 in Salt Lake City. They were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple in 1995. Keith and Dahrl are the parents of three children, Sandra, Skip, and Lana. Dahrl's beauty, elegance and class was felt by each life she touched. Her charming and witty personality brought smiles and laughter to every conversation. She was a woman of strength and courage who taught life lessons through her example. Her youthful, vibrant energy was expressed in her love for her family and friends. Survived by her son, Keith Sheldon "Skip" (Sandy), daughter, Lana Kemp (Dennis) Smith, nine grand-children, 16 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grand-daughter. Preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, daughter, Sandra K. Bowers, parents, brothers, Andrew Vernon and Owen Jones Reid, and a sister, Claudette Reid. Special thanks to Care Source Hospice Services, Sunrise Assisted Living of Sandy, and South Towne Ranch for their compassionate service. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 15, 2008 at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E. 10600 S., Sandy. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the services.

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Published by Deseret News from Feb. 13 to Feb. 14, 2008.

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Carlynn Jones

February 16, 2008

Our mother was at Sunrise of Sandy for a short while. The first day she was there she was so scared. Your sweet mom came over, took her by the hand and walked around with her. We saw them together numerous times. We always enjoyed talking to Dahrl when we visited Sunrise. Our sincerest condolences.

Lorraine Bird Jameson

February 15, 2008

Kathy Worden Paige sent me your Mother's obituary . I'm glad to get information on her passing. I'm sorry for your loss. Many wonderful childhood memories include your family. Seems like we're getting to be the older generation and I miss our parent's generation. We had great times together and so did our parent. I wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

With love,

scott and jeanne bennion

February 15, 2008

to lana and dennis and all your family: we didn't get to know your mother directly, lana, but she had to been someone of great worth, intelligence and sweetness to bring up you. may you have our sympathy and condolences. we love you and dennis very much. scott and jeanne "ruffles" bennion

Garn Kemp

February 14, 2008

Dear Skip, Lana and Denise and Family,
We were so sad to hear of Aunt Dahrls passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We can only imagine the great reunion on the other side of the vail with Uncle Keith, Aunt Sandra, and other family members. We wish we could be there with you to celebrate Aunt Dahrls wonder life and legacy she left. God be with all of you.

Marsha Fryer

February 13, 2008

Lana, Dennis, & Family; Sorry to hear about your mom's passing. She sounds like an incredible lady. May great memories brighten your days. My sincere sympathy and love, Marsha (Draper) Fryer

Galen Campbell

February 13, 2008

Lana and Dennis,
Susan and I send our sincere sympathies. Your tender stories of your mother endeared us to you even more. Thank you for 40+ years of friendship.

LYNN &BARBARA KEMP

February 13, 2008

YOU ARE A LADY OF TURE GRACE AND BEAUTY. WE ADMIRED YOU GREATLY

Paul & Dixie Sheppick

February 13, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time God Bless

Rick and Cher Kemp

February 13, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Grandma.

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