Delvene Stones Davis Obituary (1924 - 2005)

Delvene Stones Davis passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2005 at the age of 81, surrounded by her family after a long illness. She was an extraordinary wife, mother, grandmother and soon to be great grandmother and a wonderful example and friend to all. Delvene was born July 24, 1924 in Garfield, Utah as a special birthday present for her mother’s thirtieth birthday. Her parents were Letha and John Stones. She graduated from West High School. On October 7, 1950 she married Burton Graves Davis, who has been her eternal and loving companion ever since. They are the proud parents of four children Neal Burton (Veronica), Debra (deceased), Sharon Kay (Mark) Lovell, and Rebecca Lynne Delmoe. She is also survived by her eight grandchildren, who became such special spirits in her life, Marjorie, Burton, Heidi, Stephen, Brett, Kimberly, Ben and Natalie, also survived by a sister Elsie Jones and a brother J. Roy Stones. Delvene was preceded in death by her father and mother; brothers Claude Stones and Jay Young. Also preceded in death by her darling daughter Debra. Delvene was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, serving in many callings and positions. She loved to serve her family and Heavenly Father. She particularly enjoyed her many years serving in the Primary with the children. She was also proud of her service as a visiting teacher, which spanned a period of over forty continuous years. The family would like to thank those who attended Delvene at the Garden Terrace Care Center for the loving care and kindness provided her during the last years of her life. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 30, 2005, 11 a.m. at Jenkins- Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State St., where friends may call Thursday from 7-8 p.m. and Friday one hour prior to services. Burial will be at Larkin Sunset Gardens in Sandy, Utah.