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On this blog I share with family and friends my daily thoughts, doings, what interests me, and--at times--tributes to my eternal sweetheart, Walt, who graduated to heaven on 8-21-2020.
Dedicated to our seven children--Janie, Gary, Steve, David, Julie, Brian, Jen, their spouses, our 39 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and posterity to come.
Dedicated to our seven children--Janie, Gary, Steve, David, Julie, Brian, Jen, their spouses, our 39 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and posterity to come.
THIS WEEK- OCTOBER 10-16, 2022
MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2021Family is Everything... 
Sunrise: 7:33 a.m. Sunset: 6:55 p.m.
Actually, here in Saratoga Springsthe sunset went from 7:00 p.m.on Friday, October 7, to6:58 p.m. on Saturday, October 8.*** *** *** *** *** *** *** 
I had my every-90-day-check with my podiatrist's physician assistant, Elli Hugh at the Rogers Foot and Ankle Institutein Saratoga Springs.
Ellie did the initial trim...
Elli did the final trimand check of my diabetic feet.
She drives over fromSpanish Fork.
They are in the new medicalbuilding that opened inJanuary 2022.
It's at the east Intersectionof Redwood Road andPioneer Crossing. It is justan 11-minute drive from mycozy cottage in John & Julie's home.
Ken Mallet was justwalking by when I gotback home. He was so kindto help me carry some things in.When I picked up my Rx at Smith's,I bought some Halloween candyfor my "trick or treat" witch.
That Hunter's Full Moonis still shining brightly tonight.
TUESDAY, 0CTOBER 11, 2021
Family is Everything…Institute at 10:00 Oct 4, 2022 to May 2023Course: The Book of MormonCamie Williams, TeacherThe Book of Mormon came to usby the power of God."We need to feel, deep in 'the inmostpart' of our hearts, that theBook of Mormon is unequivocallythe word of God. We must feel it so deeplythat we would never want to live even one day without it."--Russell M. Nelson
There is a quote here by Ezra Taft Bensonthat copied as a video
Institute
InstituteA video of the tragedy thatChris went throughlosing his wife and two ofhis four children when adrunk driver crashed intohis car.
Institute
"The Book of Mormon
is the keystone of our religion..."--Joseph Smith
1. Most correct book2. Keystone of our religion3. Get nearer to Godby reading it
Institute - Oct 2022 to May 2023 Front L-R: Jennifer, Marlene, Wendy or Amy.Hiroko, Amy or Wendy, Camie.
Second row; Carol, Paul, Sue, Barbara, Cheryl, Steve.
Institute class. Hiroko took aphoto with me in it...front right.
Jennifer got the power pointto work. She saved the day!
Paul took a photo of mewith Carol, his mom.
The trees are just startingto change color here.
What a beautiful building wehave to come to Institute.Centennial Chapel on
49 East Centennial Boulevard.
*** *** *** *** *** *** ***Tammy Ballard is in ourSaratoga Springs 3rd Wardand comes to the Lunch Bunch lunches.Her Dad was in the Saratoga Springs3rd Ward for 3 1/2 years when helived with Mark & Tammy.MEMORIAL SERVICEArthur Fisk McOmber, Jr.
Arthur Fisk McOmber Jr, passed away
peacefully surrounded by loved ones on September 16, 2022. Memorial Services
will be held October 11, 2022 at 6:30 pm. at the LDS Centennial Chapel, 49 East
Centennial Blvd, Saratoga Springs, Utah.
Arthur was born May 9, 1941 in
Pocatello, Idaho to parents Arthur Fisk McOmber Sr. and June Marineau McOmber.
He was the oldest of 6 children.
He enjoyed his youth participating in Scouting and organizing fun activities
such as dances. Art was asked to complete military training as a medic in the
US National Guard prior to serving an LDS mission to the Canadian Mission under
President Thomas S. Monson. It was near the end of his mission while attending
a small branch in Chatham Ontario, where he met the most beautiful music
conductor he had ever seen and requested special permission to return and court
Diana Lee Stuart once released. They were soon married and were sealed for
eternity in the Logan, Utah Temple, August 28, 1963.
Together they raised a family while
living in Salt Lake City, UT, Fremont, CA, Lake Oswego, OR, Lehi UT, and
Saratoga Springs, UT. They were married 52 years before his dear wife passed
away 5 years ago. However, he continued to consider himself married and
recently celebrated their “eternal” 57th anniversary.
Arthur loved being a family man and
was devoted to his wife and their four children. His favorite title was Papa
given to him by the grandchildren. We all affectionately thought of him as a
“Gentle Giant”.
Art graduated with a Bachelor's
degree from the University of Utah and a Master’s Degree in Business from the
University of Phoenix. Education is a family priority and he encouraged his
children to graduate from college, all of which did from BYU.
Art loved the people he worked with
throughout his long career. Some of the main businesses he worked for are: San
Francisco Lighthouse for the Blind where he learned ASL. He was also a pioneer
from the beginning of cellular phones throughout the western states and Hawaii:
Bechtel, GTE Mobilnet, Sprint, Motorola, Verizon, and Pacific Telephone.
Anyone who knows Art knows just how
much he loves sports both as a participant and a spectator especially in
basketball, baseball and football. His buddies often referred to him as, “King
Arthur” because he played with intensity, class and fairness. He instilled in
his children a love of athletic and healthy competition.
Most people know Art as a real
gentleman who never had a harsh word for anyone, quick to share a compliment,
express appreciation and loved to serve all those around him. His faith in our
Savior was demonstrated by his patient actions and service in many church
assignments including as a temple worker.
Art is survived by his loving four
children and their spouses who he often said were his kids just the same;
Tammara Ballard and husband Mark, Art McOmber III and wife Barbara, Michael
McOmber and wife Breanna, and Devon McPherson and husband Levi. He has 14
beautiful grandchildren and 9 amazing great grandchildren. He is also survived
by his brother, Howard McOmber, sister, Susan Lemons and brother in law, Ken
Stuart.
The family would like to express our
gratitude for the loving care of the staff of Active Hospice and Abbington
Assisted Living Home in Lehi, Utah.
We love you Dad, Papa, and friend
and know you are with your sweetheart celebrating and working hard. We will do
our best to live up to your name and reputation. Thank you for always being
there with love and support, cheers, and pep talks throughout the years.
Memorial Service for
Arthur Fisk McOmber, Jr.
Art had a collection ofelephants as hewas a life-long Republicanconservative in his politicalbeliefs.
Art's niece, Katy Kristensen,spent many hours going throughthousands of photos and put together700 for a 20-minute slide showof highlights of his incredible life.
Art loved BYU, and had askedhis kids to have a "Y" madefrom flowers...
...they honored his wish.The yellow roses representthe bouquet of yellow roseshe brought home to hiswife each Friday.
Art's life highglights...
Art
Art
Art
Art & Diana McOmber's Family
Scottish clan...
Even though the Hunter's Full Moonis waning, it's still very bright.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2022
is the keystone of our religion..."
Second row; Carol, Paul, Sue,
49 East Centennial Boulevard.
Arthur Fisk McOmber Jr, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on September 16, 2022. Memorial Services will be held October 11, 2022 at 6:30 pm. at the LDS Centennial Chapel, 49 East Centennial Blvd, Saratoga Springs, Utah.
Arthur was born May 9, 1941 in
Pocatello, Idaho to parents Arthur Fisk McOmber Sr. and June Marineau McOmber.
He was the oldest of 6 children.
He enjoyed his youth participating in Scouting and organizing fun activities
such as dances. Art was asked to complete military training as a medic in the
US National Guard prior to serving an LDS mission to the Canadian Mission under
President Thomas S. Monson. It was near the end of his mission while attending
a small branch in Chatham Ontario, where he met the most beautiful music
conductor he had ever seen and requested special permission to return and court
Diana Lee Stuart once released. They were soon married and were sealed for
eternity in the Logan, Utah Temple, August 28, 1963.
Together they raised a family while
living in Salt Lake City, UT, Fremont, CA, Lake Oswego, OR, Lehi UT, and
Saratoga Springs, UT. They were married 52 years before his dear wife passed
away 5 years ago. However, he continued to consider himself married and
recently celebrated their “eternal” 57th anniversary.
Arthur loved being a family man and
was devoted to his wife and their four children. His favorite title was Papa
given to him by the grandchildren. We all affectionately thought of him as a
“Gentle Giant”.
Art graduated with a Bachelor's
degree from the University of Utah and a Master’s Degree in Business from the
University of Phoenix. Education is a family priority and he encouraged his
children to graduate from college, all of which did from BYU.
Art loved the people he worked with
throughout his long career. Some of the main businesses he worked for are: San
Francisco Lighthouse for the Blind where he learned ASL. He was also a pioneer
from the beginning of cellular phones throughout the western states and Hawaii:
Bechtel, GTE Mobilnet, Sprint, Motorola, Verizon, and Pacific Telephone.
Anyone who knows Art knows just how
much he loves sports both as a participant and a spectator especially in
basketball, baseball and football. His buddies often referred to him as, “King
Arthur” because he played with intensity, class and fairness. He instilled in
his children a love of athletic and healthy competition.
Most people know Art as a real
gentleman who never had a harsh word for anyone, quick to share a compliment,
express appreciation and loved to serve all those around him. His faith in our
Savior was demonstrated by his patient actions and service in many church
assignments including as a temple worker.
Art is survived by his loving four
children and their spouses who he often said were his kids just the same;
Tammara Ballard and husband Mark, Art McOmber III and wife Barbara, Michael
McOmber and wife Breanna, and Devon McPherson and husband Levi. He has 14
beautiful grandchildren and 9 amazing great grandchildren. He is also survived
by his brother, Howard McOmber, sister, Susan Lemons and brother in law, Ken
Stuart.
The family would like to express our
gratitude for the loving care of the staff of Active Hospice and Abbington
Assisted Living Home in Lehi, Utah.
We love you Dad, Papa, and friend
and know you are with your sweetheart celebrating and working hard. We will do
our best to live up to your name and reputation. Thank you for always being
there with love and support, cheers, and pep talks throughout the years.
Family is Everything...
Happy Birthday to our son,
David today.
"53"
David, here's a montage of some
highlights of your life...
I've been working on it for a week...
{...just finished it Sunday, Oct 16 at
8:33 p.m. Could you send me somefamily photos of you and Julie andyour kids overs the years? Thank you. }
Blessing Day Sunday
November 2, 1969
\
David's Birth Announcement
Petersen's Petersen's...
David Byrum is my name.
October 12 is the day I came.
9 lbs 2 oz is what I weigh.
Walt & Eileen, Mary Jane,
Gary, and Steve
are the family with whom I stay.
Looks like about 1970 - age 9 months
We had just lived in our new home
on Burton Avenue for 2 months.
Probably 1971 - age 2
With sister Julie
1973 - age 3 / Julie 2
Look at the mischief in those eyes!
May 1989 - age 19
California Ventura Mission
Spanish Speaking
Wedding Day
David & Julie
June 1994 - age 24
2010 - 4 children...
Josh, Anna, Sam, William
Night before Dad's
heart surgery.
March 18, 2014
Dad's 80th Birthday April 2014
Labor Day Weekend 2015
Came to help Dad
finish the fence and
rake the yard.
December 2018
Grama Petersen's 80th Birthday
David & Julie
June 2019 - 25th
Wedding Anniversary
Feb 26, 2020Sam's birthday
Dad's 86th birthday
April 17, 2020
Enjoy going to Denny's
December 17, 2021
Anna home from missionin Finland
Anna coming to see us
in Saratoga Springs
December 18, 2021
Sept. 6, 2022Thank you for driving me tomy cataract surgery doneby one of your partnersfrom Rocky Mountain Eye Care--Dr. Jeppsen.
David's Birthday Week...
Rendezvous with siblings
and Mom at Maddox
October 15, 2022Mom, Gary, David, Janie, Julie, Steve.
Three scruffy brothers...
Steve, David, Gary.
...but Brian in Tennessee is
scruffier (I like scruffy).
Just wait till "no shave November"
and see how scruffy Gary gets...
Everyone said their steaks
were good, but I think a couple
of them should have sent them
back to be cooked a little more.
Stopped at a fun pumpkin
stand by Maddox...
Oct 15 ... new tradition.
This is what I got when I
asked them to stand together
for a parting photo...
Great day together...
And I know Jen also wished
David a "Happy Birthday."
David's photo from his
Rocky Mountain Eye Care
website
David, hope you had a fun
Birthday Week...
Thank you for all you do
and have done for me!
*** *** *** *** *** *** ***
Lunch Bunch was at
Village Baker in Lehi
Thank you, Vickie Conner for the ride.
Kaye, Carol, Sandi...
Eileen, MaryAnn, Vickie...
Eileen, MaryAnn, Vickie,
Kaye, Carol, Sandi...
We're always happy whenJennie can come.
With Jennie, there were
7 of us at Village Baker.
Thanks to the gal who
took a photo of all of
us when Jennie came.
Jennie had to leave to get
back to her counseling office.
We always miss thosewho can't come...
*** *** *** *** ***
9 lbs 2 oz is what I weigh.
We always miss those
Our October theme is movies
about farmers...
Wednesday night movie was:
"The Good Earth" from 1937
Luise Rainer received the
best actress Oscar for
this movie.
Release date - January 29, 1937 (United States)
[1]Running time 138 minutes Country United States Language English Budget $2,816,000[2] Box office $3,557,000[2]
Pearl S. Buck wrote in 1931 got
the Pulitzer Prize for this book.
Release date |
|
|---|---|
Running time | 138 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $2,816,000[2] |
| Box office | $3,557,000[2] |
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2022
Family is Everything… Skeleton Territory
Skeleton Territory
Skeleton Territory
Skeleton Territory
Skeleton Territory
Skeleton Territory
Then over to Harvest Hills...
on Cinnamon Drive...
this year the theme is
"Alice in Wonderland"
They've had Harry Potter,
then Ghost Busters, and
now Alice in Wonderland.
Across the street is a graveyard...
Don't miss it.
Fun day or night.
Then go back at night
to see them with the lights...
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2022 Family is Everything…
Saw a post about one of ourbest coordinators while weserved in the San SalvadorEl Salvador Temple
Hna. Padilla made thisbeautiful framed art embroideryas a going-away gift. Sheworked on it for 8 months.
Each color is many
embroidered stitches.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2022 Family is Everything…
Rendezvousing at Maddoxwith Janie, Gary, Steve, David, Julie, and me.
We got there about 1:00,about 5 minutes after Janie.
Yes, these are three of ourfour scruffy sons. I think, Brian,the youngest brother in
Tennessee has the
scruffiest beard. **
{I like scruffy!}
Two of our threedaughters...
Janie and Julie
Janie and I were withJen Sep 30-Oct 4
in Minnesota
Janie's in a boot with
a broken fibula...
Maddox started as a
little chicken fried place
on the border of
Perry and Brigham City
in 1949...so in its
73rd year.
Everyone said their steaks
were good, but I think a couple
of them should have sent them
back to be cooked a little more.
The hot rolls and corn pones
are to die for!
The waitress who took the
photo cracked up when Julie
pointed the knife at her brother.
We stopped at a fun pumpkin
stand by Maddox...
I think going to lunch atMaddox is the start ofa great new tradition.
This is what I got when
I asked them to stand
together for a parting photo.
It was a wonderful
day together.
*Brian with his
scruffy beard...and I
like scruffy beards.
**Janie and I were with Jen two weeks ago
in Minnesota.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2022 Family isEverything…
Saratoga Springs 3rd Ward
We had excellent talks by
Bo Miller and Mary Lu Funk...
They had been asked to speak
about Elder Uchtdorf's talk
Hna. Padilla made this
"Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Youth"
from Oct General Conference.
*** *** ***
Sunday School was taught by
Nelson Spencer.
*** *** ***Some darling young single
adult gals coming in to their
meeting took this photo
for my blog for today's
"coming out of Church."
Another delicious
Sunday dinner prepared
by John with help from
Julie and the kids...
I then worked on my blog...
** *I am so thankful for The Plan of Salvation and the Atonement of Jesus Christ that makes this Great Plan operational.At the end of this October 16th,I pray you have had a
restful , peaceful, and spiritual
Sabbath Day...
I share these truths as my testimony to you...
Heavenly Father lives and knows us each by name. He loves us and wants us to return to Him and Heavenly Mother when we leave this mortal existence. He loves us just as we are at this very moment. He knows what our potential is.
Daily Scripture: Be wise in the days of your probation; strip yourselves of all uncleanness; ask not, that ye may consume it on your lusts, but ask with a firmness unshaken, that ye will yield to no temptation, but that ye will serve the true and living God. - Mormon 9:28
Daily Quote: Our Father in Heaven and His Son, Jesus Christ, feel sorrow when we choose to remain in sin, when the gift of repentance made possible through the Atonement can clean, reclaim, and sanctify our lives. - Shayne M. Bowen
{ Elder Shayne M. Bowen was our Area President when we served asArea Medical Advisor and AssistantinThe South America South AreaArgentina, Uruguay, ParaguayOct 2008-Mar 2010}
*** *** ***
Jesus Christ came to earth as The Only Begotten of the Father and fulfilled the Atonement. He is the Redeemer of all.
*** *** ***I am thankful for the guidance of the Holy Ghost as the third member of the Godhead. Walt said to me once: "I look forward to thanking the Holy Ghost in person when I get to Heaven. I don't think we give Him enough credit for all He does."Daily Scripture: And blessed are all they who do hunger and thirst after righteousness, for they shall be filled with the Holy Ghost. - 3 Nephi 12:6
Daily Quote: We have been promised the constant companionship of the third member of the Godhead and hence the privilege of receiving revelation for our own lives. - Sheri L. Dew
*** *** *** *** ***
Joseph Smith was foreordained to be the Prophet of the Restoration. He is the Restorer of all things.*** *** ***
President Russell M. Nelson is the Living Prophet today for all the world. *** *** ***
The Bible is "the Word of God as far as it is translated correctly" and is a Testament of the Divinity of Jesus Christ.*** *** ***
The Book of Mormon is the Word of God and is Another Testament of Jesus Christ. It is the most correct book of any book on earth.*** *** ***Daily Scripture: This life became a probationary state; a time to prepare to meet God; a time to prepare for that endless state which has been spoken of by us, which is after the resurrection of the dead. - Alma 12:24
Daily Quote: I invite you to diligently learn about and appreciate the eternal importance of temple covenants, temple ordinances, and temple worship as you strive to come unto the Savior. - David A. Bednar
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the True Church on the earth today. Because of the restored Temple Ordinances families can be sealed for eternity.Daily Scripture: Therefore, behold, I will proceed to do a marvellous work among this people, even a marvellous work and a wonder: for the wisdom of their wise men shall perish, and the understanding of their prudent men shall be hid. - Isaiah 29:14
Daily Quote: Seven centuries before the birth of Christ, Isaiah foresaw and foretold the restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ in these latter days. This is the spiritual kingdom of God moving forward in its divine course to fill the earth, a truly marvelous work and a wonder! - Ezra Taft Benson
*** *** ***Of these truths I testify in the Name of Jesus Christ, amen.Eileen PetersenOctober 16, 2022
*** *** ***
I then worked on my blog...
I pray you have had a
restful , peaceful, and spiritual
Sabbath Day...
I share these truths as my testimony to you...
Daily Scripture: Be wise in the days of your probation; strip yourselves of all uncleanness; ask not, that ye may consume it on your lusts, but ask with a firmness unshaken, that ye will yield to no temptation, but that ye will serve the true and living God. - Mormon 9:28 |
Daily Quote: Our Father in Heaven and His Son, Jesus Christ, feel sorrow when we choose to remain in sin, when the gift of repentance made possible through the Atonement can clean, reclaim, and sanctify our lives. - Shayne M. Bowen |
Daily Scripture: And blessed are all they who do hunger and thirst after righteousness, for they shall be filled with the Holy Ghost. - 3 Nephi 12:6 |
Daily Quote: We have been promised the constant companionship of the third member of the Godhead and hence the privilege of receiving revelation for our own lives. - Sheri L. Dew |
Daily Scripture: This life became a probationary state; a time to prepare to meet God; a time to prepare for that endless state which has been spoken of by us, which is after the resurrection of the dead. - Alma 12:24 |
Daily Quote: I invite you to diligently learn about and appreciate the eternal importance of temple covenants, temple ordinances, and temple worship as you strive to come unto the Savior. - David A. Bednar |
Daily Scripture: Therefore, behold, I will proceed to do a marvellous work among this people, even a marvellous work and a wonder: for the wisdom of their wise men shall perish, and the understanding of their prudent men shall be hid. - Isaiah 29:14 |
Daily Quote: Seven centuries before the birth of Christ, Isaiah foresaw and foretold the restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ in these latter days. This is the spiritual kingdom of God moving forward in its divine course to fill the earth, a truly marvelous work and a wonder! - Ezra Taft Benson |
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