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Darryl Backman Obituary
1938-2017
Darryl Kent Backman passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, after an extraordinary 79 years! Kent was born March 11, 1938 in SLC, Utah to Edward F Backman and Lucinda Hjmar Hatch. He spent the last 41 years married to his adoring wife Mary Lou Pollard.
Kent was a brilliant, gentle, dignified, understanding, patient, humble, kind, caring, reserved man. He was a listener, an observer, an inventor, a creator. Kent was an accomplished engineer. He earned his PhD from the U of U in Mechanical Engineering in 1969. Some notable accomplishments include the design of the Boeing 747 wing, engineering technology for Fountains of Bellagio, early development of successful artificial organs, starting his own tech company, and is listed on 46 US patents. Kent finished his working career as VP of R&D at Merit Medical.
Kent was passionate about flying airplanes, inventing, building, snow-skiing, and robotics. He also enjoyed wood working, model planes, pyrotechnics, skydiving, hang gliding, auto racing, scuba diving, hiking, snowmobiling, motorcycles, Scouts, and trips to Lake Powell.
As adventurous as Kent was, he also loved serving others. He adored his family and his pets. He loved playing with his children and grandchildren. He was sealed to his wife, Mary, for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on June 17, 2006.
Kent is survived by his wife Mary (Pollard) Backman, son Royce (LaDonna) Backman, daughters Renel (Kent) Rytting, Angela Backman, and Lindsay (Brian) Greer, brothers Dan (Marilyn) Shewell, Myron (Rhonda) Shewell, and Jon (Judy) Shewell, 11 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Proceeded by father Ed Backman, mother Hjmar Shewell, sister Marian Boulton, brother Joe Backman & grandson Mason Greer.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, 11/11/17 at 11am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on 3070 E Nila Way (4125 S.), SLC Utah. Friends and family may call at the Cannon Mortuary, 2460 E Bengal Blvd (7600 South) Friday, 11/10/17 from 6-8pm and the day of the service at the church 9:30-10:30am. Kent will be laid to rest in the Farmington City Cemetery. All are welcome to join his family for a gravesite dedication, including Military Rites as tribute to his service in the Army and National Guard.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Primary Children's Hospital, in honor of his grandson, Mason Kent Greer.
Online condolences www.cannonmortuary.com.
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November 10, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear of your loved and deepest condolences are extended to you. Something that's helped me through the death of loved ones is to reflect on 1 Corinthians 15:26.
Andre
November 9, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. Although your grief may seem unbearable, know that God wants to comfort you. Pour out your heart to him in prayer and experience the peace that only he can give. Jeremiah 29:11
November 8, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and strength in God's promises at John 6:40.
November 8, 2017
May God give you strength in this time of sorrow Matthew 5:4 "Happy are those who mourn During this time of great sorrow and pain know that you are not alone. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss.(Fla)
November 7, 2017
My sincere condolence to the Backman family on the passing of Darryl.aI am sorry for your loss.
Kathey McMaster
November 6, 2017
Mary and family...My sincere sympathy and wishes of peace and comfort at this difficult time.
November 5, 2017
Mary and Family,
It is always a very sad time to lose someone who you respect and love. Kent was a very dear friend. Memories of river trips, flying over remote sections of Utah, designing special electronic projects, Oshkosh, and discussing the origins of the universe will remain with us forever. Kent was one the smartest and kindest person. We will miss him.
Roger and Dolly Simonson
November 5, 2017
Mary and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We loved living across the street from you and Kent for
Many years. Much love to you and your family.
Jill and Bryan Balli
Renel Backman Rytting
November 4, 2017
I love you, and will miss you forever Dad.
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