01-18-2025 - Brenda Baer Munk passed away January 14, 2025
Brenda Louise Baer Munk, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025 at home. She was born on June 24, 1949, in Logan, Utah. She was the daughter of LeGrand Joseph Baer and Elda Rich Baer. Brenda married Richard Howard Munk on September 14,1968, and together they created a loving home filled with joy and laughter.
She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They were sealed as a family on January 7, 1984 in the Provo Temple. Brenda was a devoted wife, mother, nana, and friend, and her greatest joy came from spending time with her family and friends.
Brenda was an adventurous spirit who loved to travel and cherished weekends spent at the family cabin. She dedicated her time to helping children with special needs and volunteered with NAMI and other local charities, she was one who was always eager to lend a helping hand. She was a true Disney enthusiast, Brenda found joy in all things Disney. She loved the cultural arts and was evident in her passion for music and the vibrant soundtrack of her life. She had a flair for fashion, often adorned in her favorite bling.
Brenda is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Richard; her children; Jason (Jennifer) Munk, Michelle (Marty) Koopmans, Emily (Dave) Churchtown, Phillip (Erika) Munk, was the best nana to her grandchildren; Owen, Logan, Alexis, Kylee, Megyn, Makenna, Kloe, Kayla, Isabella, Rhys, Tristan. and her Great Grandkids Stetson, Hudson, Aspen and many dear friends who will miss her dearly.
A celebration of Brenda's life will be held on from 10-11:30 am with a funeral service at 12(noon) on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at Memorial Holladay Cottonwood Mortuary4670 South Highland Drive. Interment will follow at Memorial Holladay Cemetery.
Brenda's spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
12-22-2024 - Classmate Barbara Katz Bank passed away December 12, 2024
Barbara Lynnette Bank
1949-2024
Barbara Lynnette Bank, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on December 12, 2024. Born June 3, 1949, to Emma Dolowitz, Barbara lived a life filled with love, generosity, and purpose.
Barbara attended William Penn Elementary, Evergreen Junior High School, Olympus High School, and the University of Utah. Her teenage years were marked by her dedication to community involvement, serving as president of both B'nai Brith Girls and JCC Teens. She was confirmed at Congregation Kol Ami, a community that remained close to her heart throughout her life.
On June 1, 1969, Barbara married her lifelong love, Barry R. Bank, celebrating 55 wonderful years together before his passing exactly four months prior to hers. Their marriage was a testament to deep love and partnership, a bond that extended to their three daughters and five grandchildren.
Barbara spent many years working alongside Barry at their jewelry store, where she introduced a fine gifts section that became a successful addition. She later worked as the facilities manager at the Salt Lake Jewish Community Center, contributing to her community with dedication and care. Barbara then spent many years working at the Salt Lake County Jail library. An avid reader herself, she recommended and delivered books to inmates, fostering their love of reading and personal growth. More recently, she worked at the Red Balloon toy store, where she delighted in helping parents and grandparents pick out the perfect toys for children.
Known for her loving and nurturing spirit, Barbara found immense joy in caring for her family. She delighted in preparing meals, surprising loved ones with thoughtful gifts, and creating a home filled with warmth and kindness.
Barbara was preceded in death by her mother, Emma; her sister, Carole Tucker; and her beloved husband, Barry. She is survived by her daughters, Elys Bank, Stacey Bank (Ryan Van Voast), and Stephanie Bank; her grandchildren, Nathan Mond, Max Olson, Mia Olson, Nessa Van Voast, and Cora Van Voast; and her sister-in-law and bestie Karen Karsh.
To honor Barbara and Barry's enduring legacy of compassion and advocacy for others, the family has established the Barry and Barbara Bank Endowed Scholarship Fund at the University of Utah's College of Social Work. This fund will support students working toward careers dedicated to helping others, reflecting the values Barbara and Barry held dear.
Barbara's memory will live on through her family, her community, and the countless lives she touched with her kindness and generosity.
Graveside service will be held Sunday, December 15 at 2:00 pm at B'nai Israel Cemetery, 1021 4th Avenue.
Published by The Salt Lake Tribune, The Salt Lake Tribune from Dec. 13 to Dec. 17, 2024.
09-03-2024 - Richard “Ric” Widerburg passed away 12 August 2024
Murray, UT-Richard "Ric" Widerburg passed away on August 12, 2024, in the arms of his loving wife, Leigh. He was born on March 31, 1949, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Delbert Richard Widerburg and Eunice May Widerburg. He grew up in Salt Lake where he became an Eagle Scout. Ric graduated from Olympus High School where he began dating the love of his life, Leigh (Berger). They graduated from Dixie College in 1969, after which Ric served in the California National Guard, transferring to the Army Reserves at Fort Douglas, Utah. Ric and Leigh were married on January 15, 1971, and enjoyed 53 blissful years together.
Ric had a vibrant personality, full of enthusiasm, excitement and energy. His love of adventure and can-do attitude led him to race motorcross and try to get to the top of Widow Maker Hill. He loved motorcycles and had a Harley Davidson for most of his life.
He was also a desert rat and loved Moab, Canyonlands and all the national parks. He loved hiking in the primitive areas in Utah and did the Maze and the Mountain Man Trail along with shorter trails exploring Anasazi ruins in Utah and Colorado.
Ric loved the mountains and we have beautiful memories of him fly fishing the rivers of Utah, Montana and Wyoming. He loved camping in Huntington Canyon by the river and "dropping a line" whenever he thought they were biting. He was a bow hunter and enjoyed many outings with the family over the years scouting deer.
He was interested in sports of all kinds and played softball, tennis and golf. He was a devoted Dolphins fan, Dodgers fan and Utah football fan. He had season tickets to the "Utes" for many years and cheered them on in Las Vegas when they won the Pac-12 Championship.
In 1991 he founded Widco Systems, Inc., a successful construction company that his son, Nathan, owns today. His sense of loyalty, integrity and fairness gained him respect throughout the construction community. He was proud that most Widco employees continued with them for many years.
But Ric's greatest pride and joy was his family. He loved and protected them fiercely. He was an affectionate father and grandfather and never missed a chance to coach his sons' baseball or soccer teams. He spent countless hours competing with his boys at anything and everything. As a grandpa he rarely missed an opportunity to golf with Bode or play a little 1 on 1 with Noah on the hoop out back. He jumped at the opportunity to coach Bode to all state 5A finish in the high school golf state tournament Bode's junior year. He built many lasting memories for them to cherish during the coming years. They were the light of his life.
Ric is survived by his soul mate and wife, Leigh, his son Dustin, son and daughter (in-law) Nathan and Wendy, and grandsons Bode and Noah. His sense of humor and teasing personality lives on in them.
In lieu of flowers spend some time with those you love, doing something you love to do, and think of him.
"Love is a happy feeling that stays inside your heart for the rest of your life." -Joan Walsh Anglund
