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Violet Joanne West

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Violet Joanne West 3/21/26 ~ 4/12/09 Born in Salt Lake City, Utah where she lived most of her life. Married Howard H. West April 20, 1946 and divorced 17 years later. Jo worked for 29 years at O.C. Tanner Co., retiring in 1991. Her reception committee in heaven includes both parents; two sisters; one grandson, one great-grandson and many friends. Staying behind to join her later are her children, Claudia (Rick) Owens, Michigan; Dan (Anita) West and Karen (Dave) Rogers, West Valley City, UT; eight grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and several more friends and neighbors. The family wishes to give a big thank you to Dr. John Dietlein and the staff of Vista Care Hospice. Jo's wishes for cremation with no funeral services have been honored. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Utah, Huntsman Cancer Institute, Primary Children's Hospital, Shriner's Hospital, or a charity of your choice. Arrangements under the direction of McDougal Funeral Home.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Apr. 14, 2009.

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micheal garcia

April 19, 2009

grandma im am so sorry that i wasn't there to see you for the last days you were here and i love very much i just hope that you are happy where you are at. you were my greatest grandma i had im am going to miss so so much

Love, your great grandson micheal thomas garcia love you so much

April 17, 2009

Dear Mom, I am so glad that I was your daughter, not only were you my Mom but you were my best friend. I am going to miss our talks, I really loved hearing stories about your childhood and your family. Mom you may be gone but you will never be forgotten. You will always be in my heart. Love Karen Marie your daughter and best friend.

April 15, 2009

Dear Karen, Dave, Dan, Anita, Claudia, Rick, and families, we were so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She went through so much--I know she is at peace now. It has been so good to see you again, Karen and Dan, in the past few years, and get reaquainted. Let's not let so much time pass. Claudia, I hope to see you soon, too. Our prayers are with you and your families, and we are thinking of you all. Much love, your cousin, Anna, and Uncle Jim

chuck gove

April 15, 2009

grandma, i will never forget all the things you have taught me and shared with me. i will never forget you and will always love you. thank you foe everything.

Janet Bingham

April 14, 2009

On behalf of all at Huntsman Cancer Foundation, our condolences on Ms. West's passing. Please know how deeply we appreciate your choice of Huntsman Cancer as a beneficiary of donations made in tribute to her. It is a very meaningful way to honor her and help others. Together we will conquer cancer.
Sincerely,
Janet Bingham
President, Huntsman Cancer Foundation

Matt Morrison

April 14, 2009

I am writing to remember Mr.s West as my best friend Chris Tarver's grandmother . I grew up with Chris and got to know Mr.s West well as a kid and will always have fond memories of her . I was glad to have brought my daughter and wife to Karen and Dave's house to meet her . Mr.s west may you rest in peace and you will never be forgotten . To Karen , Dave , Kay Dawn , Chuck , Jason And Chris and whoever else's names I have forgotten. Our condolences go out to you . Thank you for the fond memories I have of you in my life Mr.s west

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