JOHN WEBSTER Obituary

John "Jack" Douglas Webster 1929 ~ 2009 RIVERTON - Our beloved Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Brother and Friend passed away peacefully August 19, 2009 from complications while recovering from surgery. He will be greatly missed.He was born July 12, 1929 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Lyle Douglas and Ann Eloise Dowding Webster. He was the oldest of 8 children and graduated from Jordan High School in 1947. He served an LDS mission to the North Central States and proudly served in the Army during the Korean War. He married his sweetheart, Ila Dunsdon, on December 27, 1951 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They enjoyed 54 wonderful years together. She preceded him in death by 4 years. They lived in Riverton for over 50 years where Jack was co-owner of Webster's Inc, loved serving people and working in the community. Jack loved to garden and shared his plentiful harvest, raised chickens and loved to go fishing with his brother Bob. He was an active member of the LDS church serving in many capacities throughout his life. One of his favorite callings was working in the Salt Lake and Jordan River Temples for over 30 years. Jack and Ila served a mission to the West Jordan D.I. He was a member of the Sons of Utah Pioneers and for 47 years was an active member of the American Legion Post 140. Jack is survived by his brothers and sisters and his children Mike (Julie) Webster; Janet (Larry) Gale; William (Deborah) Webster; Lori (Kerry) Tuckett; Tom (Paula) Webster; Hasee (DeWayne) Gifford; and Sam Webster. He has 33 grandchildren and 35 great- grandchildren. The Family expresses special thanks to the staff at the VA Hospital for their Loving Care. A funeral Service to celebrate his life will be held Monday, August 24, 2009 at 11a.m. in the Riverton LDS Stake Center, at 1855 W 13400 S, Riverton. A viewing will be held Sunday, August 23, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Broomhead Funeral Home, 2200 W. 12600 S. and Monday at 9 a.m. prior to the funeral service at the church. Interment will be in the Riverton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the LDS Church Missionary Fund.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Aug. 22 to Aug. 23, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for JOHN WEBSTER

13 Entries

Sharon Seal

August 29, 2009

Sorry to here that Jack has passed on.
Please accept our condulances.

August 27, 2009

I remember as a little girl going with my Dad to Webesters. It was such a family friendly store. Jack made it that way. I just lost my Dad 6 months ago, and it is hard to have them leave us, but we do know they are with loved ones, and we will be with them again.
God be with you at this time.
Shauna Stradley Thompson

Phil & Mimi Nakagawa

August 26, 2009

It was a priviledge and honor to meet and spend time with Dad "Jack" during his Hawaii visit. We had so much fun and have many fond memories. We often thought of and spoke of Jack. We will truly miss him and are grateful to have had the opportunity to have met such a wonderful man.

With Much Aloha,
Phil & Mimi

Craig Petersen

August 26, 2009

Dear Family,
I served with Jack for 9 years in the temple. I so enjoyed his spirit and friendship. My love and prayers with all his loved ones until we meet again.
Kindest Regards,
Craig Petersen

Dennis Page

August 24, 2009

Tried to come to viewing, the line was so long that I was not able to stay. That in its self tells a lot about Bob. I have always respected Bob. He was one of the men like my father Delbert who helped make Riverton a great place.

Bob helped my father plant corn in his garden, when my father was ill.

Dennis Page

Richard Dahl

August 24, 2009

Dear Bob and members of Jack's family,
I have known Jack for many years, largely through his relationship with my brother, Alan. Alan and he were both JHS '47 graduates and were only about 3 weeks different in age, Jack being that much older. Both served for many years in the Jordan River Temple, as do I, and we would often have a few moments to talk together there. Jack and Alan also shared many years in the Riverton American Legion Post, providing military honors to many throughout the South County. In fact, it was Jack who finally got Alan to link his love of Country and patriotism to membership in the Legion and both greatly enjoyed their fellowship with the other members of the Post.
When Alan passed away in April, Jack came to pay his respects and as we stood for a few minutes reflecting on my brother's passing, Jack could not hold back his tears. These two good men truly had love for each other and now they are once again comerades.
We lived in East Midvale and Webster Coal and Lumber was a well remembered part of our years there.
Wishing you comfort and condolences.
Richard and JoAn Dahl

Mindy Valdez

August 23, 2009

Hasee and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I love you and hope you know I am here for you. May you find peace in the Gospel and in our Savior. What a reunion he must have had with your mom!!

Saddler Family

August 23, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Webster children and grandchildren. We sure enjoyed knowing Jack! - Ed and Shirene Saddler and family.

Nina Ranquist Petersen

August 23, 2009

Dear Family,
What an honor to know such a humble, kind and friendly gentleman.
Know that prayers are being sent your way as you honor your loved one.
Love, Nina

LaNae Higgins

August 22, 2009

When I was a young mother I had a small wood cutting business. I bought my wood from Webster's. My children loved to come with me because Jack would always give them a penny to buy a gum from the machine. Many years later,it is still a fond memory. He touched so many lives by just being a good guy.

Karen Jacobson

August 22, 2009

Dear Family,
John will be truly missed by everyone who had the priviledge of associating with him. I have the highest regard for your parents. They both were wonderful examples of loving and kind people. Know that you are all in my thoughts and have my sincere sympathy. May Heavenly Father bless you
and give you comfort. Love, Karen

August 22, 2009

Tom and Paula, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Tom and Lori Paine

Elaine Neff

August 22, 2009

When Jack and Bob first moved to Riverton they were in my ward. I also shopped all the time at their store. The store always had everything that i needed. I wish good luck and best wishes for their family. You had some great parents. Love Elaine

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