Mavis Josephine Drabner

Mavis Josephine Drabner obituary

Mavis Josephine Drabner

Mavis Drabner Obituary

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Our beloved Mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away at home on December 14th, 2025. Mavis was born August 8, 1936 in Torrey, Utah to Loren and Edith Barger.

Mavis Is survived by her three children, Charlie (Joalba), Debbie (Russell), and John (Rochelle). Her five grandchildren & seven great-grandchildren. She is proceeded in death by her life long sweetheart of 63 yrs. John; Her parents Loren & Edith; Her Sisters Katherine & Betty, as well as her brother Bob.

Mavis retried from ZCMI warehouse department store, where She met many lifelong friends. Her most cherished activities were spending time with her children, grandchildren & great grandchildren. She loved to shop. On any given day you could find her at the malls. Mavis was a strong, beautiful, fun, loving women with a mischievous sense of humor. Her family meant everything to her. She was a very selfless person, and always put everyone else first without a second thought or complaint. Even as her health declined, she stayed optimistic and matter of fact, deflecting attention or worry.

The celebration of lite will be held at Meadowbrook Village. Time & date to be announced at a later time.
Larkin Mortuary - Salt Lake City

260 East South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

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