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Pollyanna Sieverts Wardrop

Pollyanna Wardrop Obituary

Pollyanna SievertsWardrop 1964 ~ 2003 Pollyanna Wardrop, 1964-2003. "Truly it is the dash between the years that makes the difference." Our wonderful wife and mother Pollyanna passed away peacefully in her home August 28, 2003 after her courageous one year battle with cancer. Words are not enough to describe the impact that she has had on the lives of those she has touched throughout her life. She was and is a true example to all of us of the meaning of Christ-like love. Her concerns were always directed toward others and nothing gave her greater joy than to be of service to her family and friends. We are truly blessed to have known her during her short time in this mortal life. At no time during her bout with cancer did she complain or feel as though she had been treated unfairly. She was always positive and her faith unwavering in her understanding of Heavenly Father's plan for her and her family. She had an impact for good on all those that she met both prior to and during her struggle with cancer. She is survived in death by her husband, Lane; and their five children, Brayden (16), Jake (14), Tanner (11), Ellora (7), and Carter (6). She is survived by her parents, Jack and LaRee Sieverts; brothers and sisters, Johnny, Tony, Vicky, Bonnie, Angie, Becky, Stan. Polly and I (Lane) were married in the Salt Lake LDS Temple July 6, 1983 and were sealed for time and all eternity. We have spent 20 incredible years together. There have been no regrets and our love for one another has grown with each passing year. It has truly been a pleasure and honor to be her husband for these brief earthly years. My children and I are eternally thankful to our Heavenly Father for the remarkable opportunity it has been to serve and take care of our wife and mother during the final weeks and months of her mortal existence. "What a wonderful thing is death, really, when all is said and done. It is the great reliever. It is a majestic, quiet passing from this life to another life, a better life. We go to a place where we will not suffer as we have suffered here, but where we will continue to grow, accumulate knowledge and develop in the plan of the Almighty made possible through the Atonement of the Son of God."--President Gordon B. Hinckley We cannot thank or express our appreciation enough to all of our wonderful friends and neighbors who have taken the time to provide service and support to us over the past several months. We are overwhelmed with their kindness and their true example that "Charity Never Faileth." To all the physicians and nurses that have given so much of their time, love, and talents to us over these past months, our love and appreciation to you all is immeasurable. There will be a viewing on Polly's' behalf Mon. Sept 1, 6-9 p.m. Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 S. Highland Dr. Funeral Tues. Sept 2, 11 a.m. Coalville LDS Stake Center, Main St, Coalville, UT. Viewing, prior to the funeral, Coalville, 9:30-10:45 a.m. Graveside services 3 p.m. Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, Highland Dr. "Fear not but be believing" was Polly's favorite quote. We will do our best to live up to your example my love, until we meet again.

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Published by Deseret News from Aug. 31 to Sep. 1, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Pollyanna Wardrop

32 Entries

Helen Morris Robinson

September 26, 2003

To Sieverts Family and Lane and Kids:

I didn't hear of Polly's death until after the funeral and I wish I could have been there to celebrate her life with you.

When my kids have asked who my best friend was growing up the answer is always Polly. Happiness is how I always thought of Polly.

My prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.

"I will not leave you comfortless, I will come to you." John 14:18.

Polly and I had run into each other at Swiss Days over the past few years. I was out of town this year and the only thing I was sad about was that I wouldn't run into her. I didn't know she was sick.

Love, Helen Morris Robinson

Thomas Joel

September 17, 2003

I felt as if I had lost a good friend with the news of Polly’s death, when in fact I barely knew her, leaving only the possibility that it was her good spirit that touched me, both back then and now.

God bless all that surrounds her.

Melissa Schauer

September 8, 2003

I have been close friends with Angie for several years and our two boys have been the best of friends since Kindergarten. If Angie is any example of what a beautiful and loving woman her sister was, Polly's family is truly blessed to have had her as a part of their family. You ALL are in our prayers. May the peace of God and our Lord Jesus Christ always be with you.....

David and Annette Wells

September 8, 2003

We are friends of Becky and James. We didn't know Pollyanna but it sounds like she was the perfect Pollyanna... looking at life in a positive, happy way. May you continue to feel her spirit.

Prayers in Polly's behalf have been said around the world. May your family continue to be blessed.

With much love,

Candace Smith

September 6, 2003

Dear Jake and family,

I want you to know how much your examples have affected me in my life at this time! You are great exapmles to me and too everyone around you. I want you to know that I love and care about you! And if there is ever anything that I can help you with, I will always be here.

Jason & Betsy Giron

September 4, 2003

To Polly's entire family,

Though we are only friends of her sister, Angie and Mark we have kept you in earnest prayer through her last weeks and now that Polly has comfort and rest we will continue to pray for the same for you. What a beautiful woman and I'm sure that beauty was a reflection from within and has carried over to all of you now. May God richly bless you.

The Girons

Susan Moore-Nobis

September 4, 2003

I have known Angie, Polly's sister, since our kids were in child care together at JCPenney. My heart goes out to all of her family at the passing of Polly. May God sustain them and bless them.

Lisa Sanders Rowley

September 4, 2003

Lisa (Sanders) Rowley

Cheryl Hansen

September 4, 2003

I'm a good friend of Angie's and have been her walking partner over the years. Angie is truly blessed with such a close and loving family. Although I never met Polly, I feel as if I knew her because of the stories Angie has told me. Lane, you are a truly amazing husband and father. So loving and caring and a great example of true and unconditional love to Polly. I'm in awe of the way she handled her illness. So brave and selfless. May her memory live forever in your beautiful children.

Roberta Meldrum

September 3, 2003

Polly was a truly good person. She hired me to work for USWest Paging in 1990. She was a young mother at the time with only 2 little boys, whom she loved very much. She could accomplish more in one day than most people could in a week. I can not ever remember her saying an unkind word about anyone. She loved Lane very much and I remember occasionally he would drop past and take her out to lunch. She may have been in a hurry, but she had time. My prayers are with your entire family, Polly is now ok and without pain, but you as family members are still here--tied by earthly time and space. Stay close to your heavenly father always. He knows of the trials you are going to go through, and will help you, if you remember to ask in your prayers.

M. Garrett Rees

September 2, 2003

The Wardrops-

Brayden and Jake, I want you to know how much I think of you. You two are amazing young men. I have watched in awe these last few weeks as both of you have lived successful lives. I can’t believe how hard it must have been to come to school everyday, and think of what you had to deal with at home. It has been an inspiration to me to see your strength. I want you to know that I am here for you, and that North Summit is here for you. We will always be there for you and your family if you ever need anything. Even though you two are little in stature, you are giants in heart.

A Friend-

M. Garrett Rees

Kim Alger-Lambert

September 2, 2003

Dear Sieverts Family, Lane and children,

We were so sad to hear of Polly's passing. You are all such wonderful people and were so sweet to include us(Kim & Red) in many of your family functions. We spent New Year's Eve with the Sievert's family when Ellie was just a new baby and I still remember the little red velvet outfit Polly had her baby girl dressed in. How proud she was, and still is I'm sure. We love you all and will continue to keep you in our prayers.

Love you Becky.

Love, Kim Alger Lambert

Jodi Hill

September 2, 2003

Just as everyone else has already expressed...what a beautiful tribute to Polly. Through Polly's sister Angie (Sieverts) Morell, I too have been touched by what an amazing women, wife, mother, daughter, and sister she was. Thank you for Polly and for sharing her life and strength with all of us (even those, like me, who never knew her personally). Heavenly Father's Plan...what a beautiful thing it is! Our prayers and thoughts are with you your family.

Sharon Webster Gunn

September 2, 2003

I am truly sorry to know of Polly's illness and passing. I am grateful to have had a brief chance to know her. We danced together in high school. Her capacity to love even then has stayed with me over these years. She influenced my life for good. I am sorry for the loss that her family has experienced.

Laurel Alger

September 2, 2003

Dear Sievert's Family,

We were so sad to hear about Polly. She will live on in our memory as a beautiful girl and wonderful person. Polly tended our children, Kim, Scott & Matt when we moved to Sandy in 1978. We have always loved and admired your family. Lane and the children have a beautiful legacy of a wonderful wife and mother. May God bless and keep you all at this difficult time.

Love Norm, Laurel & Katie Alger

Mike Moyes

September 2, 2003

We want you to know that your family is in our prayers and we are very saddened by your loss.

I had the privilege of going to high school with Pollyanna. I moved to Sandy during my 9th grade year and knew nobody during my freshman year in school. The one thing that I could depend on each day was that Pollyanna would say "hi" and brighten up my day and anybody elses that she came in contact with.

She was a great example of how we all should be. I think we all can say that we are better people for having known her.

God Bless you and yours,

Mike Moyes and family

Marsha, Madeline & Dale Purvis

September 2, 2003

Dear Lane & kids, .....

After your tribute to Polly Lane, there is nothing I could add, ..., simply beautiful. It touched me, along with Marsha, and I know you won't mind as it also lent itself as a teaching to Madeline, my 4 year old, as a lesson of Almighty faith and trust; and life here on Earth and in Heaven.

You are my friend, and my door is always open, Dale.

Esther Cahoon

September 2, 2003

I am a close friend of Angie Sieverts Morell and have heard of the many cherished childhood memories that Angie shared with her siblings and parents. Lane, your tribute to your sweetheart was profoundly moving. What greater blessing can there be than to have an eternal companion who loves so deeply that he/she speaks with such tenderness, adoration and honor. You and your sweet family will be remembered in my prayers. God Bless!

Mercedes & Perry Woolsey

September 2, 2003

Dear Jack & LaRee,

We were so shocked to see that your sweet angel Pollyanna passed away. We haven't seen her since she was small, but certainly loved that sweet little girl, as well as you and your family. Our hearts and prayers are with you, as well as her husband and children at this difficult time. It sounds as if she was just as beautiful and wonderful as a grown woman as she was as a child.

With our tenderest love,

Mercedes & Perry

barbara larsen

September 1, 2003

Dear Lane and family. I would like you to know that I loved Polly very much. When you went to Matzaland for a trip, Polly was so kind to bring me back a vase that I still have displayed on my fireplace. I feel so honored that you trusted me with your two sweet cute little boys that are now so grown up, I hope that I was a good example to them, and it warms my heart to know that Braden still remembers me and Jake maybe just a little.

The Lord will always look over you as you know, And for Braden and Jake, always remember to live the gospel, because your mom will be watching over you too. Make her proud okay. She left you a legacy of faith in the Lord and courage in times of pain and heartache knowing she would leave you. I love all of you very much.

Barbara A. Larsen and family

Jan McLelland-Young

September 1, 2003

My life and family has been,touched,by knowing Polly, her influence for good has stayed with me since High School,along with brief meetings,with Polly's extended Family and updates by Polly's AND MY dear friend Elise ..... The past year ,has been a blessing to have KNOWN of Polly's progress, and how she has handled,her illiness, her bright smile and sunny eyes, I've been told have been inherted by little Elly .And Wanship Is a better place ,from this dear family living there. The trust placed in a loving Heavenly Father..Increases mine.

I'm sure this little saying is true,"You've only just begun, the best is yet to come" May God hold you in the palm of his hand,always until the day you are together again ...

Love Jan McLelland Young

Katie Sieverts

September 1, 2003

I love you guys

Jennie Clark-Fugate

September 1, 2003

To my dear friend Lane,

I was saddened to hear of Polly's passing. Your tribute to her from you and your children was so beautiful. I know many people will be there to help you and your children when you least expect it. Polly will be watching over you. I know this because I lost my mother to cancer at the age of 2 and there have been times in my life where I have felt her presence.I will remember you and your family often in my prayers.

With Love,

Jennie Clark-Fugate

Samara Barnes

August 31, 2003

Dear Lane & Kids,

Pollyanna loved us as a mother and inspired us as an older sister. Her example, love, and kindness will stay with us forever. We too, were lucky to have shared her with you.

Love,

Samara & Tatiana (Brazil)

Torrie Faavale

August 31, 2003

Lane, Ellie & Family

Heaven is a better place with someone as special as your wife and mom. You guys were very blessed to have someone as special as her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Alex, Torrie Lexi & Tiana Faavale

Heather & Mike Malovich

August 31, 2003

Wardrops,

Polly helped to make Wanship a fantastic place for us. Take peace in knowing that the stars are brighter,and that she is soo proud of you all.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

The Malovich Family

Shelly Melville-Andresen

August 31, 2003

Dear Lane,Brayden,Jake,Tanner,Ellie,and Carter:

Our love and prayers continue to be with you at this time. I know Polly is so proud of you all. You have been such a great example of strength and courage.

Sincerely,

Mat and Shelly Andresen

August 31, 2003

What a beautiful tribute to your wife. I cried as I read it, and I don't even know you. Familes are forever, and I know you will be together again.

Shauna Vance-Heise

August 31, 2003

I only knew Polly in High School. She was always kind to everyone and a ray of sunshine. My Condolences to her family.

God Bless,

Shauna Vance-Heise

Marilyn (and Ray) Uharriet

August 31, 2003

Our love and sympathy go out to the ENTIRE family of Pollyanna, and especially to her mother, LaRee, my lifetime dear friend. Our sincere prayers will be with all of you. May the Lord bless you and comfort you in the days to come.

nancy bates

August 31, 2003

Dear Lane and Family,

Thank you for so beautifully expressing the essence of all Polly is. Though her presence here will be greatly missed...her memory will continue to be a beacon in all of our lives. It has been a rare privilege to be taught by her amazing example.

Our love to you all,

Nancy Bates & Family

roger & marlene jones

August 30, 2003

Dear Lane and family, What a beautiful tribute you have written for your dearly beloved wife, Polly. It is with deepest sympathy we join with you at the passing of your sweetheart. As was so beautifully stated, however, when she was suffering so, death is indeed a sweet passing. May your memories and ours always be of her at the prime of radiance and exuberance. May the Lord bless and strengthen you all as you and she knew so well the "plan of salvation" and that you will truly be together again.

With our love and prayers,

Elder and Sister Jones

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