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KENNETH TRONE Obituary

Kenneth Leon Trone 5/25/1932 ~ 7/29/2010 With breaking hearts, we say goodbye to our beloved husband, dad, grandpa, uncle, and friend. You left us too soon, but we are grateful that, despite your failing memory, you still knew who we were and kept us laughing to the end. We will miss you, especially your sweetheart Colleen, who has shared a wonderful life with you for 29 years. You were the last of 14 children born into the blended family of Guy Raymond and Mabel Hochstrasser Trone, and the last to leave this earth. What a wonderful reunion you're having with them now. In your hometown of Coalville, Utah, you made life-long friends as you attended North Summit High and went to church in the old Coalville LDS Tabernacle. You enjoyed a close relationship with your extended family - everyone loved Uncle Ken. Your grandchildren cherish the fun times they had with you at Grandma and Grandpa Camp each summer. And your children are grateful for the blessing of spending so much time with you in recent years. You served faithfully in the Air Force as a young man and were a loyal employee at Tooele Army Depot for 32 years. Throughout your life, you used your carpentry skills to make your home and the homes of others more useful and beautiful. You relished your retirement years by relaxing in St. George and taking fun-filled trips with family and friends. Among those grieving your loss are your dear wife, Colleen Wall Lancaster Trone; daughters Konnie Trone, Evelyn (Karl) Sealander, Lynda (Troy) Peterson; stepsons Dave Lancaster, Lane Lancaster, Stuart (Rebecca) Lancaster; 14 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Among those welcoming you home is your recently departed son, Gary. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 7, 2010, at 12:00 noon at the Highbury LDS Ward, 3372 South Merry Lane (5275 W.), West Valley City. A viewing will be held Friday, August 6, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 W. 4100 S., and Saturday from 10:30-11:45 a.m. at the church. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park. Condolences may be shared at valleyviewfuneral.com

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Published by Deseret News on Aug. 5, 2010.

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Konnie Trone

August 16, 2010

Dad, It has been a couple of weeks since you passed away and it is not getting any easier. I have been to told that it never gets easier. I have been told that it does. I have been told you are in a much better place. I have been told to think of the fun times. I have been many things to help this time pass, but the bottom line is, I miss you and I need a hug. I can hear yoou saying, 'keep your chin' up, so that is what I will do. I love you, Konnie

August 9, 2010

Dear Colleen and family: Our prayers and thoughts are with you during your time of loss. God bless and keep you. Brianna and Julie Walton.

Steve McCallister

August 9, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

You liked my 'lid' when I wore it.

Lynda

August 8, 2010

With love now and forever, your Pooh

August 7, 2010

Dear Colleen and family,
We were saddened to read of Ken's passing. We have missed seeing you here in St. George. You have our love and sincere sympathy at this very hard time. We were out of town or would have been with you at the funeral service. We have fond memories of the two of you over the years.
Love,
Ron and Muriel Anderton

Kenneth Mercer

August 6, 2010

I just recently had the honor of getting to know Ken. In the year I knew him he made a tremendous impact on me. I know he is at peace now. I only wish I could have had more time with such a wonderful person.

August 6, 2010

To the Trone/Lancaster Family,
Very sorry for your loss. Ken must have been a very wonderful man, to have had so many people love him. My thought's and prayer's go out to all of you.

Tori Allman

MARIA CORRY

August 6, 2010

I lost my father this week as well so I know the sorrow you must feel!! I am praying for you and your family!!! Loves and hugs to all!!!

Beverly Morby Dalton

August 5, 2010

I went to school with Ken in Coalville at North Summit High School Ken was a fun loving young man, who enjoyed life. I'm sure he will be missed by family and friends.

Paul and Katie Trone

August 5, 2010

We will miss you Uncle Kenneth. You always welcomed us into your home and appreciate you letting us stay in your home as passed through utah a handful of times. We always looked forward to seeing you and collen when you came to visit. Thank you for your love, great sense of humor, style, and choosing a wonderful wife, colleen. I will always remember our jet boat excursion on the willamette river... what fun we had! Much love to you, and your sweet family. We will miss you deeply. Paul and Katie Trone

Colleen Stutz

August 5, 2010

Unlce Kenneth was a great man. I will miss his smile and his humor. I always enjoyed visiting with him and have special memories of those times. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during thes difficult time.

Joy Thatcher Candrian

August 5, 2010

Loved how you tried to always keep the Thatcher side involved with family get gatherings. Thank you Uncle Ken, I'll miss you.

August 5, 2010

Love you Grandpa! We miss you already!

~Brian, Shelsi, Jenna & Austin Harper

Mardi Trone

August 5, 2010

I will really miss Uncle Kenneth! It was so fun to see him when he and Colleen would come visit. He always teased us and joked around with Grandpa (Ray) Trone about being bald.

Mardi Trone

August 5, 2010

I will really miss Uncle Kenneth. He was always such a tease and so fun to see when he would come visit.

Dinnene Jensen

August 5, 2010

You filled an empty space in my life after my dad died even if just off and on. I'll miss your humor and the funny faces you make. Hearing "Dinoon" won't ever be the same again. Enjoy the time with all your family, together again. My love and prayers to the family you left behind.

August 5, 2010

I have such fun memories of Uncle Kenneth. Remembering my dad (Raymond) and Uncle Kenneth being together laughing, telling jokes and stories, and just enjoying each other so much will always remain with me. He made me feel so loved and special when I was with him. My heart is with you. I loved my Uncle Kenneth very much.

Sue Trone Woodlief

Gordon Trone

August 5, 2010

You will truly be missed Uncle Ken...

Evelyn Sealander

August 5, 2010

I love you, Dad.

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