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Dennis Russell West

1947 - 2018

Dennis Russell West obituary, 1947-2018, Bountiful, UT

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Dennis West Obituary

Dennis Russell West, age 71, passed away Sunday, September 23, 2018 after a valiant struggle with Pulmonary Hypertension and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. He was born April 5, 1947 to John (Jack) and Edra West.
After graduating from Hillcrest High School, he served in the Southern Far East Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, spending most of his time in Taiwan. He served his country as a member of the Army Reserves. He received his bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Utah and always cheered for the Utes! Go Utes! His career led him to work with Northwest Pipeline Company and the Williams Company. He later earned a certificate in coding and worked for Intermountain Healthcare. Dennis loved sports. He played little league baseball and participated on church basketball and company softball teams. He was an avid racquetball player. But his true passion throughout most of his life was golf, even achieving an enviable hole in one! He had a deep faith in his Heavenly Father and the Gospel of Jesus Christ and shared his testimony through his example and service to others.
He is survived by his loving wife Marian, his daughter Kristin (Brandon), sons John Michael and Patrick, eight grandchildren, Emylie, Megan, Xander, Jaidan, Josh, Addison, Annabelle, and Melody, sisters Susan (Kirk) and Karen (Joe), and many caring nieces, nephews and cousins. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Jackie and Thomas.
A viewing will be held at Russon Mortuary, 295 N Main, Bountiful, on Friday, September 28th from 6:00-8:00 PM. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, September 29th at the Eagleridge Ward building, 351 Lofty Lane, North Salt Lake, with a viewing prior from 9:45-10:45 AM. Interment will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com.
The family would like to extend our thanks and appreciation to Dr. Gregory Elliot and team at the Schmidt Chest Clinic, as well as Dr. Xylina Gregg and team at the Utah Cancer Specialists Center for their years of exceptional care and support.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the Patient Advocate Foundation at www.patientadvocate.org.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Sep. 27, 2018.

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Bob and Ginny Finklea

October 1, 2018

We were just made aware of his passing. We love Dennis. He was such a faithful Priesthood man, husband and father. We love you Marian. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob and Ginny Finklea

Larry Richardson

September 28, 2018

Dennis was a great man

Ann Merkley

September 28, 2018

Such a great man! It was my privilege to know him and his family for many years in the Orchard 11th Ward! My sympathies to you all Marian, Kristin, Michael, Patrick. May happy memories of him be with you always! He is happily and healthily swinging his clubs now! All my love, Ann Merkley

Melissa Steagall

September 28, 2018

Marian I just want to express my condolences for your loss. I know even though this was expected, it is still hard to bid farewell to your eternal companion. I will be thinking of you.
Melissa Steagall

Mike Polanshek

September 27, 2018

First, to provide a reference, I worked with Dennis during his years at Williams, as early at the Northwest Pipeline era. I am a member of that group of coworkers that he used to golf with; the group he went to St. George with for example.

Dennis was, and in many ways still is, a true gentleman and good friend. I am sorry for your loss.

September 27, 2018

I worked with Dennis at NwP & Williams. I finer man could not be found. He was honest, caring, hard working and had a great sense of humor. My heart felt condolences to his family.

Kathy Lamont Hutchens

Janet Pendergrass

September 27, 2018

I had the privilege of working with Dennis at Intermountain Healthcare. Thinking about that time frame brings a smile to my face.
He was a great guy! He had a wonderful sense of humor. Working in the office surrounded by women. Sometimes the women would forget a man was in their midst. The woman talk would ensue and Dennis would soon chime in and he would say something humorous bringing laughter to the room.
Sincere condolences,
Janet Pendergrass

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