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Steven Jay Mortensen Sr.

FUNERAL HOME

Jenkins-Soffe Funeral Chapel & Cremation Center - South Jordan

1007 W South Jordan Parkway

South Jordan, Utah

Steven Mortensen Obituary

Steven Jay Mortensen, Sr. "Until We Meet Again!" Our cherished husband, father, son, brother and uncle passed away January 18, 2006. Steven was born to Hugh and Hartence Mortensen March 15, 1966. He had many talents. He loved working with wood and making cakes for his kids. He was an active member of the LDS Church. His biggest love was his family. He married Lisa Newkirk and later divorced. He then married the soul mate of his life, Monica Porter. They were later sealed for all time and eternity in the Salt Lake Temple. Steven is loved very much and we will miss him extremely. Survived by his wife, Monica; 12 children, Steven Jr. (Angela), Keith, Mark, Dean, Candace, Montai, Monique, Tinaya, Laura, Isaiah, Adam, and Blossom; two granddaughters; mother; five brothers; two sisters; and many nephews and nieces. We would like to thank all the people who stopped to help at the scene of the accident. Donations may be made to the Mortensen Family Trust Fund at Zions Bank. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 25, 2006, 11:00 a.m. at the Kearns 1st Ward, 4575 W. 5415 So. Friends and family may call Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley Mortuary, 1007 W. South Jordan Pkwy. (10600 So.) and Wednesday one hour prior to services at the church. Interment, Murray City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.jenkins-soffe.com

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Published by Deseret News on Jan. 23, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Steven Mortensen

28 Entries

carrie giles-johnson

February 12, 2006

I just received notice of the passing of your loved one. I am deeply sorry to hear of the loss. My love goes out to the family. I truly love each one of you. Thank you for the kindness and love you have shown to me in the pass years. Heavenly Father loves each one of us and he will be with us in our sorrows. May God bless and comfort you all in your time of need.Remember the good times they will help. Love to all of you.

Kristina McAfee

February 9, 2006

Dearest Mortensen Family,

You are in our thoughts and prayers. We were so sad to hear about the passing of Steven. Know that we are here for you at any time. All our love

Kearns Central Stake

Young Women Presidency

Kristina McAfee, Julie Tschaggeny, Kaye Record, Jolene Bushman

Peggy Frost

January 29, 2006

Dear Aunt Hortense & Cousins: I was so sorry to hear about Steve. I was even sorrier that I would not be able to come in person to convey my love and sympathy. I have not been well, and did not want to expose any of you. Your family means so much to me, and I have such fond memories of all the family reunions, but especially the one we just had last summer. It was so good to see all of you again. My heart is aching for you, and I pray that Heavenly Father will comfort you and wrap His loving arms around you for as long as you need. My prayers will be with you. All my love, your neice and cousin (Irene's Oldest Granddaughter), Peggy Lynn Weaver Frost

Nancy Malan

January 29, 2006

Dearest Family,

We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and cousin. I am so grateful for the gospel of Jesus Christ that offers us hope and strength in knowing that we will all be together as a family again. I am also grateful for the whisperings of the spirit that prompted us to have the family reunion this past summer. What a blessing to be able to renew acquaintances with Steven and the rest of the family. May we ever be in tune with those promptings and recognize the power and influence of the Comforter. May you feel the arms of our Savior folded tightly around you, walking with you in this hardest of times. Heavenly Father wanted Steven home, and he answered the call. Our prayers, our thoughts, our love is ever with you all.

All our love,

Steve and Nancy Malan

Best of show - July 16th, 2005

January 29, 2006

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January 29, 2006

2005 Family Reunion - Steven with cousin Jim Higley

January 29, 2006

Joe Jeanette Nevarez

January 29, 2006

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Linda Atwood (Cook)

January 28, 2006

Dear Mary and all the family

I am so sorry to hear of Steven's passing. I can't relate to the death of a sibling and I hope I never have to, but I do know what it is like to lose a child. My Son was killed in a car accident in October,2004 when he was 21. No parent should have to plan the funeral for a beloved child. It should be the other way around. The pain you are feeling now will become less intense with time. The good memories will come to the front of your mind and you will be able to feel his spirit. I hope that gives you some comfort. Also please take comfort in knowing where he is and that he is busy getting to know his dad again and doing other work that will prepare your place when it is your turn to go be with him. Remember, families can be together forever. May God give you and his children and wife peace at this time. I want you to know that I love you all. You were like a second family to me when I was a kid. I still think of you often and fondly. With God's help you will get through this and be stronger for it.

Love Linda Atwood (Cook)

Pam/Larry Prince

January 26, 2006

Dear sweet Mortensen family,

We are so glad that we were able to share this humbling experience with you. We have loved Steven for many years and will miss him dearly. You will be in our prayers and hope you will be okay knowing that he will always be in your heart in spirit until we meet again in heaven. Take care and may God Bless you with all you stand in need of. We are here if there is ever a need. Remember to stay close to our Heavenly Father and pray often and your burdens will be lightened in time. We love you all. Take care.

With love,

Pam and Larry

and family

Max Prince

January 26, 2006

We are all saden by the news of Steven passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of our family in Salt Lake.. We would like you all to know we love you all. We share the pain of your loss. We will all miss Steven.

Max Prince and Family

January 26, 2006

Van Fox

January 25, 2006

Aunt Hortense and my dear cousins,

my love goes out to each of you as you remember the good times and cling to each other during the storms. It has been good to run into each of you in SLC, and feel the bonds we have made with other Foxes and Mortensens, too. God bless you and fill you with peace. We love you! Thanks for all the love, the hot home-made bread in your kitchen by the pot belly stove, and for the help with life's challenges. See you soon!

Love,Van Fox

Michael Mace

January 25, 2006

Dear familey

I have deep sympathy for all of you. Uncle Steve was a great person and even a great friend. Even though I was not blood related he treated me the same throughout my life. we all will miss him greatly but we must have some comfert knowing he is happy, and is waiting to see us again, so in ways we are not saying good by we are saying see you soon. "Life is a quest there is a beging and there is a end. however if we look upon the memories we gatherd through the quest it will allways live on in our harts and soals."Ghandi"

please have peace at mind knowing that he is watching over you.

Ron & Shawna Snider

January 24, 2006

To the Mortensen family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May Steven rest in peace, and peace and comfort be with you all in your time of sorrow. Ron & Shawna Snider

January 23, 2006

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2005

Cierra Caskey

January 23, 2006

Montai...I know words cant explane how you are feeling right now, but I just want you to know that my family and I are here for you and are hearts go out to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss, your Father was a great man, who was full of life and happieness and he loved you very much. Now he is in heaven with the Father, he is in a better place. I know it must be hard for you and your family but, we love you and we are here for you always. You can give me a call (no matter what time it is.) when you need someone to talk too, I am and always will be there for you. I love you and god bless you and your family. Everyone at school misses you and says "hi" we love you!!!

love

cierra

caskey

Guy and Gretchen Caskey

January 23, 2006

Monica,

I met you once at the dance concert in December for Montai, my families thoughts and prayers go out to you and yours during this difficult time. May God hold you close and comfort you. We are here for you if you need anything at all.

The Caskey Family

"Trust in HIM at all times, you people; Pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us"

Psalms 62:8

Kacy, Jason, Dawson and Kennidee

January 23, 2006

Monica, I just wanted to let you know how sorry I am for such a tragic loss for you and your family. You are all in our prayers. May you all be comforted by our lord in your time of need.

Todd Mortensen

January 23, 2006

Dear family members all,

Words can't describe the deep and gripping sadness this tragic event has brought to me. I have been so sad to know of this and I am so thankful that the good Lord gives us happy memories to draw upon when we are having such a hard time comprehending that these losses have really taken place. I'm grateful for a lifetime full of year after year memories of the deer-hunt...of campfire fun and good times each and every hunting season. To Philip, my heart goes out to you and I pray that the Lord will bless and comfort you to know that somehow everything will be okay and that you won't feel the need to carry any kind of painful burden...may you, instead....be forever comforted and craddled in the Lord's love and compassion. To Aunt Hartense, Craig, Paul, Gary, MaryJane, Margie, Troy and your spouses and family members....my heart goes out to you for your loss of a great son, brother and uncle. To Monica, and your children....may Heavenly Father's warmest love be poured out upon your hearts to the point where you really can feel it when you need to feel it the most. Steven truly taught what it means to have a big heart. God bless you all. Love Eternally, your cousin - Todd Mortensen

ketih and Jeni Walker

January 23, 2006

Mortenson Family,

We are friends with Troy and Kathy, we are so sorry for lose. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

May you have peace in your life!!!

Deborah and Trevor Wood

January 23, 2006

Mortensen Family,

My deepest sympathies go out to your family. I don't know you personally, but this Christmas I had the pleasure of meeting Steven as "Santa Clause". He was so joyful and full of life -very cute with the kids. With the little time Steven was in our home you could tell he was a wonderful person. I'm truly heart broken for your family. Though your time apart will be a very hard and long road –it’s such a great blessing to know it's not the end. I know You’ll be able to be together again someday. My prayers are with you at this time.

Ross & Shelley Alvord

January 23, 2006

Paul...Our thoughts and prayers are with you for the loss of your brother. Please know that we love and support you and your family.

Tonja Okumura

January 23, 2006

It's been just less than a year since Danny Childers (my older brother) passed away. I am sure he and Stephen will spend time together on the other side. Please know that my mom and dad can relate to your loss deeply as my sister passed away the March prior to Dan's passing. You will feel Stephen's spirit, it's a beautiful experience! Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Tonja Okumura, John & Janean Childers

Carolyn Jones

January 23, 2006

Dear Monica & family,

My heart is so full and my prayers are with each of you. We all are better people because Steven was a part of our lives. I am so sorry. Love Scott,Carolyn & family

Annette Wilkerson

January 23, 2006

Our thoughts are with you and your family, we are sorry for your lost.

We worked with Steve in the past and thought a lot of him, he was a great guy, always helpful and kind.

God Bless all of you, Darwin & Annette Wilkerson

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