Myrna Lee Petersen Randquist

Myrna Lee Petersen Randquist, 73, returned to her Heavenly Father on January 30th 2017, in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born July 10th, 1943, in Soda Springs, Idaho to Wanda and Pharis Peterson. She married Phillip Martin Randquist in Vancouver, Washington on October 2nd, 1963. They were sealed in the Idaho Falls Temple two weeks later on October 18th. The year was 1961, senior in high school in Soda Springs Idaho. Mom had to write a paper on the Man she was going to Marry. In this paper she stated that she would marry a Rancher, and live on a big Ranch. She did not want to marry a “city dude”. When she was in college In the Spring of 1963 serving as Sports Director in Portland 13th ward. One of her beehives, came up to her and told her that she was going to marry her brother who was on a mission in Sweden. Mom just laughed and thought that was crazy. Little did she know at that time, it would become a true story? Dad came home from his mission May 13th, they started Dating in June. On her 20th birthday Phil “A City Dude” proposed to her at Crown Point by Multnomah Falls, Oregon overlooking the Columbia River. That evening they called her parents at the Ranch in Enoch Valley. Using the old time Crank Telephone system. They were not home, and the operator knew that they were at a Dance in Grays Lake. When they got a hold of the Wanda and Pharis, it was such a poor connection that the operator had to give them the news. At this time they had never met him. From there they planned to marry in November, but had to change it to October 2nd because he was going to be drafted into the Vietnam War, but they would not take married men at that time. They were married civilly and then two weeks later sealed for all time and eternity in the Idaho, Falls Temple. The Temple President of the Idaho Falls Temple made this exception to allow them to be sealed in the temple after a short time since their civil marriage due to the circumstances of the draft. They did not have to wait a full year after being marred. Myrna was a Mother to all who entered her home, always showing unconditional love and acceptance. Throughout our lives, a number of people have found a home staying with our family. Mom always provided a safe haven for anyone who needed it. This would include not only a bed and roof over head, but many cakes, cookies, fruit pizza’s, and cinnamon rolls galore. Mom loved to bake and she shared that love with anyone and everyone. A heart of gold, that gave and gave. Mom was someone you could count on for a shoulder to cry on, a good laugh, and never a dull moment. All could enter as long as your nose was clean. A Lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints she served as the Relief Society President multiple times in Price, and Sandy, Utah. Never missing a beat with anyone who needed love and compassion. She was in the Young Women’s Presidency, served as a Beehive and Laurels Leader. She also served in the Scouting program for many years, as Den Mother, and Scout Leader. Earning enough pins to be a Decorated Scout Hero. Mom’s favorite calling was one of the simplest, and she did this for many many years, serving in the Ward Library. There she became lifelong friends with several other ladies who served with her. She was devoted to her family, attending all the plays, karate tournaments, and Softball, Football and Basketball games. Gymnastic meets, orchestra and band concerts, and High School graduations. If there was an event of her kids, or grandkids, she was there with bells on, Mom was your biggest FAN. Teaching us all how to truly love one another, no exceptions. Myrna stood strong as a wonderful wife and mother, raising 4 kids and all their friends, while her husband traveled to provide for them for over 31 years. You could always count on mom for a good book recommendation as she was a part of the neighborhood book group after moving to Sandy in 1988. She attended the monthly get together up until the time of having to move into the Summit Senior Memory Care October 27th, 2016. The ladies in her group would come and pick her up to bring her there so she could talk about the books that she no longer could read. These ladies had a special place in mom’s heart and a few of them formed the “Lunch Bunch”. This kept mom going with her social grace. She loved to share her time and talents, expanding the minds of all who knew her. Myrna was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2008. She fought the battle courageously slowing losing most of her memory as time passed. Until she lost the complete ability to care for herself and moved to Summit. During this time, Mom never lost her faith, and love for others, nor the ability to remember who people were. All who came in contact with mom saw her for her true self. As mom ALWAYS said, “Remember who You are and what You stand for.” Survived by her husband, 4 Children, 19 Grandchildren, and 7 Great Grandchildren. 2 Sisters, 1 Brother. Phil Randquist, Ron (Jane) Randquist, Coby (Kelli) Randquist, Cindy (James) Backman, Stephanie (Cody) Smith. Shelby (Sam), Tyler, Cheyenne, Amanda. Wendi (Eric), Amberdawn, Caitlin, Wendy, Carley (Richard), Catherine, Emily (Sam), Linzie, Abby. Jeramiah, Jordan, William, Jessica. Demi (Daven), Kensie. Canyon, Bear, Sage, Rain, Reis, Patch, Micah. Karen (Brent) Hubbard, Tina (Randy) Panter, Pete (Connie) Petersen. Preceded in death by her parents, and Sister. Wanda and Pharis Petersen, Sherry Mendenhall. Viewings will be on Friday, February 3rd, from 7-9pm. and Saturday, February 4th, from 9:30-10:30am. at the Granite Ridge Ward - 9575 S. 3100 E., Sandy, Utah. Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am. Interment will follow at 12:30 pm at the Granite Cemetery - 9864 S. 3100 E., Sandy, Utah. Thank you to all the Doctors, Nurses, and CNA’s, from Summit Senior Care Center, and First choice Hospice that provided wonderful care for Mom. Please share memories and condolences at www.serenityfhs.com

Myrna Lee Petersen Randquist

July 10, 1943 - January 30, 2017