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Marsha Elkins Obituary

Marsha Hansen Elkins 1949 ~ 2008 Marsha died October 7, 2008, at her home, after a valiant fight with cancer.She was born February 4, 1949 in Richfield, Utah to Mac Jess Hansen and Dolores Keeler Hansen. She Married Paul Anthony Elkins December 21, 1966. Marsha was an amazing wife, mom and grandma. She loved giving her time to her family and friends. She always managed to put others before herself and remembered the "little things" about everyone. She is survived by her parents; her husband, Paul, of 42 years; son, Bryan (Karen); daughters: Sheri Ellis and Tara (Tony) Nelson; grandchildren, Dakota, Kobe, Aubryona, Mikayla and Geoffrey; brother, Earl (Linda) Hansen; sisters: Beth (Rodney) Wickham and Susan (Todd ) Simons. Funeral services will he held Fri., October 10, 2008, 2 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 S. Redwood Rd. where a viewing will be held 12-1:45 p.m. Interment, West Jordan City Cemetery. The family would like to thank all of her care givers. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Intermountain Hospice at Intermountain Homecare, 2250 S. 1300 W., SLC, UT 84119.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Oct. 9, 2008.

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Beth Wickham

October 8, 2020

Still missing you. Think of you always. My thinking of events centers around when you left us. We’re sisters and bff’s forever. See you someday soon.❤

Beth Wickham

October 3, 2019

Did not realize that you still would leave as great a hole in my heart as you did 11 years ago. My sister, my best friend, my inspiration - love you forever!

Beth Wickham

October 11, 2008

Dear Family - Paul & Kids, Grandkids, too...
My heart will always love Marsha - she's my best friend forever, my sister, my cohort - always know how much she loved each and every one of you. I can never replace her love or presence, nor would I try, but I'm here any time, any place, any where for each and everyone of you. Thanks for your loving devotion and care for my sister. I love you all.
Aunt Beth - Uncle Rod, too.

Angi Baldwin

October 11, 2008

Paul and family,
I am so so sorry that I wasn't there to help you and her. I loved her so much. We needed to change our number and I thought that Clark gave it to you. I know that it was coming but it still doesn't make it not hurt.I love you all so much. Please keep in touch and so will I.
love ,Angi Baldwin

Wendy Aiello

October 10, 2008

Dear Paul and family,
Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers today. In a perfect world we would have been with you all today! Marsha was very specail to us! love and prayers, Pat and Wendy Aiello

Claudia Fairbanks

October 10, 2008

Dear Paul, Tara, Bryan, and Sheri Pat Wendy and I wanted to be there for all of you today but it just couldn't be. Marsha has always been very special to us, both you and Marsha helped me so much with your Dad those first few weeks I am sure that Marsha and your Dad are having a talk about us today please know my thoughts and prayers are with you today. your Mom #2

Dorothy Blanchard

October 10, 2008

Dear Paul and Family,
My heart aches for the loss of my dear friend. We were friends for about fifty years, but that wasn't enough time to share with her. I will miss her more than words can tell. She was a bright spot in my life. I have so many memories that I will cherish. Thank you for sharing her with me.
Love, Dorothy and David Blanchard

Sarah Nelson

October 10, 2008

Dear Sheri, Tara, and Brian,
My heart goes out to you and the rest of your family for the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Susan Simons

October 10, 2008

To my sisters family,
It is now time for the Lord to watch over Marsha. I am very grateful to all of youfor the strenghth and understanding and care you gave my sister. I want you to know that I am here for you anytime you need me. I love all of you very much.
Aunt Susan

kristi critchlow

October 9, 2008

Aunt Marsha had a smile that was contagious. She had a love for life that was visible to anyone who met her. She was so strong and loved her family so much. I am so lucky to have had her in my life. She taught us all to smile even through the rough times as she did until the end. I will remember her smile always. We have you all in our prayers.
Love,
Darin, Kristi, and kids

Dianna and John Nelson

October 9, 2008

Dear Paul and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please let us know if we can serve you at any time. Tony and Tara will keep us posted as to what your needs may be. Know that we love Marsha. She is a sweet, kind, loving person and her memories will be in our hearts forever.
Love Dianna and John Nelson

Kay (Weston) Coons

October 9, 2008

Dearest Paul, Brian, Sheri and Tara and families,
It's been a long time since I have seen your sweet family(a lifetime ago), but I am so sorry for your loss at this time. I have many happy memories of your sweet family while you kids were growing up and the love you shared. Marsha was and IS a wonderful person and an awesome Mom and I know that together you will all get through this. You are so blessed to have her in your lives as well as each other. Love you with all my heart.

Beverly T. Clayton

October 9, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful friend. I will love you and miss you always. I also recieved those wonderful "check up" calls from Marsha. I want her family to know how very much those calls meant to me. She was the greatest! I cherish the memories of the outings we went on with our two little families. How fun they were! How thankful I am to Paul and Marsha for the emotional strength they gave me when tragedy struck my family 20 some years ago.
One of my most delightful memories of my entire life was an evening when Marsha and I had the husbands tend the children and we went out to get our ears pierced and do some shopping. Each day when I put my ear rings on I think of Marsha and the fun we had that night. We tried crazy outfits on and as we modeled for each other we laughed til we about wet our pants. What fun! What sweet memories! What a choice person! Marsha was like a sister to me and I will miss her so, forever, until we meet to hug each other again in Heaven. I miss and love you, Marsha's sweet family. My love and prayers are with you!! Love Always, Beverly Clayton

Grant & Beverly Frazier

October 9, 2008

Dear Paul, Tara, Bryan & Sherri,
Words can not begin to express the pain we feel for your loss. Marsha was like the sister I never had.
She was always there in the good times and the bad and she will be missed so very much. There will always be a place in our heart where she will live on until we meet again. We love you and if there is anything we can do for you please let us know.
All our love,
Grant and Bev.

Barbara (Jackman) Morley

October 9, 2008

I worked with Marsha at the Western Elementary School in the Media Center and was in her stake as well in Kearns. We became fast friends working together. What a true friend and outstanding person. My love to you Paul and to your children whom I knew as well. Heaven became a better place because of Marsha being called back home.

Merrick & Gloria Cook

October 9, 2008

Dear Paul and family, we were sorry to hear that your beloved Marsha was no longer with us. We enjoyed the many years that we spend together as friends. Please know that our love and prayers are with you.

Justin Briggs

October 9, 2008

Dear Paul and Family,
My wife and I offer our deepest sympathy. We will greatly miss your dear sweet wife. You will be in our prayers.
Love, Justin & Ashlee Briggs

Terry

October 9, 2008

I love and miss you Marsha. Who's going to call and tell me when there is a John Wayne coming on?

Steve Cantonwine

October 9, 2008

Paul and Family:
I was so sorry to hear of Marsha's passing. I have so many memories of Marsha through school. She was a much better friend to me than I was to her. She tried to stay in touch with me through the years and I really appreciated that. May God bless you in this time of grieving and know that you are in my thoughts. Paul, I know you have many friends there, but if you ever need, or just want to talk, please call.

Shauna Brady

October 9, 2008

Paul, Bryan, Sheri and Tara,
We are so sad to hear of Marsha's passing. She is a rare sweetheart. We will miss her phone calls just to check up on us. Her love for each member of her family was apparent every time we talked. She was very proud of each of you. May the Lord bless you with comfort and peace knowing she is still watching over you. Love to you all,
Matt and Shauna Brady

Kay Fairbanks

October 9, 2008

Paul, Brian Tara & Sherri .... All My love and prayers are with you at this time .... Love you all Kay

Dave and Dena (Weston) Richardson

October 9, 2008

Karen, Bryan, Sherry and Tara,
You are all in all of our thoughts at this time. Keep the good memories and fill your thoughts with them. You'll feel your mother around you - embrace her. She's no longer in pain and suffering, she's free now. We will see you all tomorrow... We love you. HUGS & KISSES.

Jodi Webb

October 9, 2008

Sheri,
I am very sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you!

Dallas & Shelley White

October 9, 2008

Paul,
We are so sorry to hear of Marsha's passing, what a tremendous loss for your family & for all who knew her. It was always such a pleasure to get a phone visit from Marsha just to check on old friends ( of whom there were many).

Sharon Viall

October 9, 2008

Susan;
So sorry for your lost. I know that it must be hard on you . Our Prayer are with you and your family.
David and Sharon Viall

Susan Andrus

October 9, 2008

Dear Paul, Bryan, Sheri, and Tara,
Marsha was a very caring woman, who always, always thought of others and put others before herself. Even though I didn't see very her very much, Marsha was always in good spirits, lighting up the room. She will be missed by so many. God Bless you.

Marsha & Serge Artigues

October 9, 2008

Paul and kids, i am so sorry for the loss of my best friend and hope that you all will find comfort in each other and knowing that she is the best!!! i will miss her and her smile and the lunches we had. take care of each other and call if you need anything. love, marsha

Renae (Wall) Safford

October 9, 2008

Paul and Family,
I am sorry to hear that you lost your sweet Marsha. She was so good to my parents and Paul you and Marsha hold a special place in my Mom and Dad,s heart. I love you and your family,My prayers are with you,love Renae Safford.

Shirley Gylling

October 9, 2008

Dear Paul and Family,
Marsha was a dear, dear friend for a just a short time. We were "pool buddies." She was always so pleasant and thoughtful. I will always remember our 'Friday' visits. May the Lord's spirit attend you. Love, Shirley and Roger Gylling

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