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1943
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2025
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Kamala Dass Obituary
1943~2025/ In Loving Memory
Sandy, Ut.-It is with profound sadness and deep gratitude for a life fully lived that we announce the passing of Kamala Dass, also known as Patricia Padgen (Backer/Dalton). Born on August 17, 1943, in Bingham Canyon. Kamala will be included in the Losar (Chinese New Year Celebration) on March 1st at The Episcopal Retreat & Conference Center (75 S. 200 E., Salt Lake City) They will be meeting in the Wasatch Room, beginning at 10:00 am. Anyone can attend. Survived by Kimberly Ann Rosenlund and Leigh Ann Marsh (daughters), Richard Banks, Nick Rosenlund, Ian Marsh, Gage Marsh, Orion Jameson (grandsons), Kyleigh Ann Rosenlund (granddaughter), Aubrey Rosenlund, Opal Marsh, Theo Marsh (great-granddaughters), Dakota and Jayden Banks, Dominick Rosenlund (great-grandsons), and Paula Grotti (sister) and Ivan Prochko (nephew).
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Leighann Marsh
August 11, 2025
My mother's birthday is on the 17th of August. I miss her dearly, but I am so glad we had a big celebration for her birthday last year:)
Leighann Marsh
March 3, 2025
We will be having a celebration of life for my mother (Kamala) on March 29, 2025 at the Lone Peak indoor pavilion in Sandy Utah. Starting at 6pm-9ish pm. Taco truck will be there from 6-8. Hope to see you there!
Vivian Newth
March 2, 2025
Kamala was among the first new friends I met at the Sandy Center pottery group. Her spirit of love, friendship and acceptance was felt by us all. She will be missed.
judy tukuafu
February 27, 2025
I will miss Kamala a lot- her warm spirit, love, compassion and humor always touched my heart. She was a unique and fun person, a one of a kind. Now she can look over us all. My sympathies to her family.
Leighann Marsh
February 26, 2025
Helen
February 25, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Kamala was a beautiful soul. She will be missed. Loved her inspirational mind. Rest in Peace beautiful lady!
Julie Prochko
February 24, 2025
So sorry for your loss of your beloved sister, Paula.
Sue Larse
February 24, 2025
Kamala was a sweet spirit in my life. I´m sorry for our loss. She´s free now and I know she´s having a good time.
Klaudia Koller Nelson
February 23, 2025
I loved talking with Kamala in our pottery sessions. I learned a lot about Bingham Canyon life and we found we had people in common. She was such fun. Miss you.
Klaudia Koller Nelson.
Marcia Whitney
February 21, 2025
Thank you Kamala for being a big part of my pottery life. I feel lucky to have had good times at your house with you and Paula and I loved your pottery garden!!! Love to you Paula.
Lorna Asay
February 20, 2025
Kamala was such a beautiful person! Her spiritual journey will leave a lasting impression on my heart. She was a wonderful woman. A true Lava soul sister.
Leigh Ann Marsh
February 20, 2025
My mother was the strongest and most courageous individual I know, thank you for teaching me the value of hard work and integrity. My heart is broken knowing you are gone but I have some great memories.
Paula Grotti
February 20, 2025
I’m going to miss you everyday sister! Love You
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