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Barbara Diantha Norris Josephson

1932 - 2015

Barbara Diantha Norris Josephson obituary, 1932-2015, Kearns, UT

BORN

1932

DIED

2015

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Valley View Memorial Park & Funeral Home

4335 West 4100 South

West Valley City, Utah

Barbara Josephson Obituary

Barbara Diantha Norris Josephson, age 82, passed away September 9, 2015 in West Valley City, Utah.
Barbara was born October 25, 1932 in Cedar City, Utah to Frank Lazell Norris and Ada Thompson Norris. She married Joseph Robert Josephson on June 1, 1949 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Mom was always proud she was the first June bride in 1949.
Our Mom was married to Dad for 57 years. She loved to crochet, garden and the occasional gambling trip to Wendover. She loved her dog Suzie and always enjoyed cooking for her family. Barbara's family would like to thank all the people who helped her the last few months during her transition into assisted living.
Barbara is survived by her sons, Mel (Lisa) Josephson, David (Debbie) Josephson, daughters, Diana Andrews and Patricia Leiter, 11 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, three sisters Glenna Lukes of Murray, Utah, Alice Brimhall of Ogden, Utah and Jill Talbot of St. George, Utah and one brother Floyd Norris of Hawaii, as well as many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, five brothers and five sisters, her husband and one grandson. Mom will always be remembered for her sweetness and kindness.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 15th, 11:00 a.m. at Valley View Memorial Park, 4335 West 4100 South, West Valley City, Utah with a viewing one hour prior to the service. Internment at Valley View Memorial Park. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.valleyviewfuneral.com

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Sep. 13 to Sep. 14, 2015.

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Tanya (Alice's daughter) Christiansen

September 15, 2015

Dear Cousins, I will always remember our trips to your house and how welcome Aunt Barbara made me feel. May you except my deepest condolences and may you find peace and comfort.

Bev Rowley

September 13, 2015

Mel so sorry for your loss, sending comfort your way. Remember the good times, it will help soothe the ache and emptiness in your heart.

KERI PETTIT

September 13, 2015

Mel, my love and condolences to you. I pray for peace and love for you and your family.
Keri Pettit

Mel Josephson

September 13, 2015

She was a wonderful Mom I will miss her, a lot more than can be put into words.
I will forever hold her memory in my heart.

Frank Koolhoven

September 12, 2015

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