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Della Palmer Obituary
1925 - 2023
On February, 27th, 2023, after a short struggle from complications of being born 97 years ago, our sweet mother was welcomed home by her Father in Heaven and a host of angels and relatives gone before. Among the adoring throng is her husband, Abram Albert, daughter, Jana Lee, brother James Keith Duke, sister Afton Duke, niece Allison Duke, and parents James Curtis Duke and Helen Ann Bench.
Mom will be remembered by her surviving children, that she loved: James David (Kyesook Song), Redge Duke (Amy Clayburn), Clayton (Susie), Randal Kirk (Lois Hand), Bryce Greggory (Maria Kelsey), Lans Fredrick (Elizabeth Looser), and Helen Annette (Michael Noble). Additionally, mom loved 20 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.
Mom was born on August, 10th, 1925 in Provo Utah. She graduated from Duchesne high school in 1943 with 8 other classmates.
During WWII mom rebuilt airplane engines at Hill Airforce Base where she also met Abram.
Mom loved to feel the wind in her hair and with 8 children, she got plenty of that.
Square dancing was a favorite pastime for Mom and Dad when time permitted.
Already an accomplished artist, Mom enrolled in several art classes at Salt Lake Community College at the age of 59.
Mom was a member of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers.
She loved her callings to teach and sing with the children in the primary in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Mom enjoyed reading poetry and wrote several of her own poems.
Mom loved the sweet fragrance of pretty flowers and would slowly stroll through any available garden.
Mom was a loving person who was always happy to see you. Even when she said she was feeling "mean and ornery", she said it with a smile on her face and a twinkle of mischief in her eye.
Mom was happy each day for the sunshine, even when it was raining.
Mom was an example of unwavering faith in Jesus Christ.
We all love Mom and will miss her smile and humor very much.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, March 4th from 10:00 to 10:45 am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1930 S 2100 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84108. Funeral services will immediately follow. Interment will be in the Salt Lake Cemetery
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Memories and Condolences
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Ed and Larraine Wilde
March 3, 2023
Dela Mae always had a smile on her face, I think for everyone and anyone. Such a kind and friendly person. Out condolences to her family Ed and Larraine Wilde
Bernice Nelson
March 3, 2023
What was said about this kind and friendly lady in the obituary is certainly true about her. She always cared about the other person. She has been missed in our ward since she moved. Much love to you Randy and Lois for your loss. May you find the peace you will need.
Heather Campbell Palmer
March 2, 2023
I am very fortunate to have met Della Mae a few times as a granddaughter in law. She welcomed me into her family as a granddaughter without hesitation. Though we weren´t close, she had a spark to her that made me love her instantly. I have no doubt that had we lived closer, she and I would have been thick as thieves. Looking forward to my do-si-do with her when it´s my turn.
Matt and Lisa Fairbanks
March 1, 2023
Clayton, we are so sorry for the loss of your beloved Mother.
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