June 29, 1930 – June 12, 2024

Verna Corinne Adamson was born in Salt Lake City’s LDS Hospital, but spent her childhood growing up in Mercur, Utah, a mining town where her mother, Erna, singlehandedly ran a boarding house. All the miners adored “Little Dolly.” The name described her perfectly and she adopted it legally as an adult.
The family later moved to Salt Lake, where Dolly attended East High School.
In 1952, she married Samuel E Makoff Jr of Makoff, a women’s better apparel store in downtown SLC. She balanced motherhood with civic duties such as the Junior League. When Sam was away on buying trips, Dolly would pack up the kids and their cousins in her Chrysler Station wagon and take off on weekend adventures. She embodied energy and ingenuity, embracing life at every given moment.
After Sam passed away, she moved to Park City with her teenage children in 1973. Considering her options for living independently, she opened her own small bookstore and boutique on Main Street. Of the different locations a notable one was the old Olpin Mortuary. Dolly’s Bookstore remains an iconic reminder of the impact she made on the town. Dolly’s engaging friendly and appealing personality clearly aided the store’s success. Friends remember how no conversation with Dolly ever ended without including some humor.
More than a merchant, and inspired by her second husband, University of Utah professor Alan Crooks, she imported a chapter of Writers At Work, an adult classroom-type learning opportunity for aspiring writers. She mentored people with intellect and sincerity.
She was kind and generous, taking care of her younger brother, Dave (Ernest) in his later years.
Social and outgoing, she hosted wonderful parties right up to the end, with wine, cheese and crackers for her caregivers.
After a short illness with colorectal cancer, Dolly passed away peacefully and without pain. Loved by all who knew her and never to be forgotten, she is held in high esteem.
Preceded in death by her parents, Delbert & Erna Adamson, husband, Samuel E Makoff Jr, brothers Bud (Lou) and Ernest (Dave). Survived by her children, Samuel Bradford (Debra) and Colette (Don) Beall, beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life will take place at O’Shuck’s-Ahh Sushi! Quarry Village Park City, September 14 from 3-6pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Friends of Animals or your personal favorite charity.

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November 25, 1948 – May 16, 2024

Thomas Michael “T.R.” Richards, 75, of Park City, Utah, passed away unexpectedly on May 16th, 2024.

Born in Peoria, Illinois to Josephine and Kenneth Richards on November 25th, 1948, T.R. was a lover of music, the outdoors, and adventure, with a vast collection of stories featuring a cast of quirky characters to prove it. A solo cycling trip down the Pacific Coast Highway was equally at home on his calendar as a relaxing vacation on the beaches of Mexico, a week at Burning Man, or a month-long stint captaining a sailboat in the Virgin Islands with his friends (AKA, “The Retirees of the Caribbean”).

After graduating from Illinois State University, Tom joined the United States Air Force, serving during the Vietnam War flying the C-141A out of Norton Air Force Base. Following his time in the Air Force, he was hired by Delta Airlines on May 9th, 1977. This took Tom to Atlanta, where he met and married his former wife, Amy, with whom he relocated to Park City in 1993. He spent his tenure with Delta flying both domestically and internationally before retiring off of the B-777 in September 2004.
 
He was an avid skier, hiker, biker, and former runner and golfer, which he balanced with an affinity for good bourbon, the occasional cigar, and trips to Sturgis and Bike Week on his Harley. Like clockwork, you could find him on one of Park City’s many trails each morning for his daily “walkabout”, where he greeted everyone and knew all the dogs by name.

As a self-described “old retired guy”, T.R. spent his early retirement growing a ponytail, acquiring an ear piercing, and playing “dance mom” by cheering on his daughter, Sara, at weekend dance competitions and Friday night football games. Sunday Night Movies were a favorite tradition, which always included a giant pizza, a tin of “Dad’s Famous” homemade popcorn, and, most importantly, a chance to educate Sara on “the classics”: The Princess Bride, My Cousin Vinny, The Blues Brothers, and (seasonally) A Christmas Story.

After Sara left for college, he traveled to visit her in Italy and later in Tallahassee, where he became a devoted college football fan (Go Noles!).

Quick to offer a smile and crack a joke, T.R. made friends everywhere he went. He filled his schedule with social events and plenty of trips to visit friends near and far, frequently loading up his Subaru and heading South when the temperatures in Utah dropped. He had recently started spending a few months in Tucson, AZ, each winter.

When he wasn’t traveling, T.R. spent his downtime enjoying views of the Swaner Preserve from his deck, where he followed the comings and goings of the hawks, beavers, moose, and otters – almost always with one of his carefully compiled playlists playing in the background. During the summer season, he was a regular at many of Utah’s outdoor concerts, which combined a few of his favorite things: a cold beverage, good friends, and a great live band.

Tom is survived by his brother Steve (Laura), daughter Sara, former wife and friend Amy Richards, niece Lindsay (Mike) Hallman, Great-niece Maddie, and many friends.

In lieu of flowers, charitable contributions can be made in Tom’s honor to Buffalo Blessings (buffaloblessings.com) or Nuzzles and Co. (nuzzlesandco.org). A celebration of life will be held at O’Shucks White House on Saturday, July 27th between 4 and 7 p.m.

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April 10, 1943 – July 5, 2024

William (Bill) Martin passed away peacefully on July 5th following a series of strokes. He was surrounded by his family. Bill and Jean had just returned from a family reunion in Lake Tahoe the Sunday before his passing. The last picture ever taken of him was surrounded by the love of family.

Bill graduated from Utah State University with a degree in Computer Science. He then went on to serve in the Airforce as a Captain during the Vietnam War.

Bill was a prominent member of the real estate community where he received numerous awards: the most prestigious being Real Estate Broker of the year. He was also a mentor to many up-and-coming Real Estate Agents. He was known for his visionary mind and innovative thinking. He embraced technology and probably had the first cell phone and video camera ever made. He loved capturing “movies” of his family over the years.

Bill loved skiing, duck hunting and all types of fishing. When he retired, he could often be found at Flaming Gorge or the Duck Club he belonged to.

He was married to the love his life, Jean Martin, for 51 years. Bill is proceeded in death by his parents; Lieutenant General William K Martin and Mary Fister Martin.

Bill is survived by Jean (wife), daughters Laurie (Heath and granddaughter Emma), Brenda, his two brothers Mike and Bob Martin, his sister Mary Martin Gill. He has many loving nieces and grand nieces and nephews who will surely miss his funny antics at family events.

There will be a Celebration of Life in Park City on July 28 2024 for family and close friends.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the VA Hospital or a charity of your choice.

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– April 3, 2024

Rob Roetman passed away at home on April 3, 2024, with his wife and daughter by his side after a long, courageous battle with ALS. Humble, hardworking, funny, and beloved by all who knew him, Rob was someone who deserved to get the most out of a long life. Rob moved from Minneapolis, MN to Park City in the late 70’s and started working at PCMR. There he met his wife, Gayle, with whom he built a beautiful life. They married in August 1983 at St. Mary’s. They lived briefly in Atlanta, where Rob began a 30-year long career as a mechanic with Delta Airlines. In 1990, they welcomed their daughter Erika and soon after returned to Park City. A lifelong skier, Rob hoped to instill a love of the sport in his resistant daughter, who is now a ski patroller at PCMR. Rob was a man of many talents and hobbies. He restored vintage Volkswagen bugs and buses, many which were featured in magazines and won awards. Rob also rode the 203-mile LOTOJA bike race 20 times, including the year he was diagnosed with ALS. He was an amazing husband, father, and friend. He will be deeply missed and remembered by many as someone who was always willing to lend a hand to solve any problem. Rob is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years Gayle, his daughter Erika, and his sister Nancy. A celebration of life will be held this Fall. Those wishing to pay respects are encouraged to donate to the ALS Foundation, or to ski a little too fast down the slopes next season in remembrance of Rob.

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June 30, 1948 – February 8, 2024

Sharon Christine Hill Stevens was born June 30, 1948, to the late Eugene and Lillian (Jacobsen) Hill. She passed away February 8th, 2024. She married Lynn Stevens in 1975 and they were together at her passing.
When in doubt, be happy, you can always change your mind.
Those are words she lived by. She enjoyed hiking, bicycling, windsurfing, skiing, working in her yard, camping, playing with Ely (Dog) Tiger (dog) Bandit (dog) Amigo (dog) and parrot, Sunny, and husband, Lynn.
She enjoyed life to its fullest for over 50 years, married 49 years. She loved her hometown of Grand Haven, Michigan, and its beach.
Graduated from Grand Haven High school in 1966, and from Ferris State University with a degree in secretarial science, lived in Arizona, then Park City, Utah where she worked for Royal Street (the owners of Deer Valley Resort) from 1991 till she retired in 2014. Moved to Salt Lake City Utah in 1997 and her dream house with a view of the whole valley.
She leaves behind her husband Lynn Stevens, sister Pamela Tober, nephew Richard (Paige) Tober, grandniece Addilyn Tober and grandnephew Jaxson Tober.
She believed that love is giving one another space to be all that they are, and all that they are not. Never give up, get up and try again.
A Celebration of life will be held on Saturday, July 6th at her home (7622 S Cambria Circle, Cottonwood Heights, Ut from 3 PM till 7 PM If you can, please RSVP by Text to the number below. Instead of flowers, please donate to the Alzheimer’s Association. Any questions, please call 801-518-2145 or you can e-mail at lynn@lynninfo.com Please mark important.

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January 31, 1954 – June 11, 2024

John Winston, age 70, made his transition on June 11, 2024, in his hometown of Park City, Utah. He was born in Saco, Maine, and is survived by his brother Tom Winston (Cathy) of Orrington, Maine, sister Jean Donald (Bill) of Viera, FL, sister Mary (Bailey) Deveneau (Michael) of Viera, FL, and his many nieces and nephews. 

During the 50 years John spent in his beloved Park City, he worked as a bartender and taxi driver and eventually owned his own painting company. John was a talented guitarist with his own rock and roll band, Johnny and the Rockers. John’s passions were skiing (he was proud that he had 50 season passes at Park City), golf, the desert of southern Utah, and his family.

John had a special place in the hearts of many in Park City, many of whose children affectionately called him Uncle John. His gentle nature and warm smile always brought joy and laughter to their lives. John was an even-tempered, kind soul who left a lasting impression on everyone he met. 

John’s life will be celebrated in Park City in July. We invite you to share your condolences and inquire about the date of his celebration. Your support and presence would mean a lot to his family. Please reach out to us at marydeveneau@gmail.com.

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– May 3, 2024

Ruth Sandra Gooden, born May 9, 1939, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed away on May 3, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia surrounded by her loving family. She will be remembered as an intrepid adventurer, a globe trotting traveler, a two-time 2,190 mile Appalachian Trail and a 497 mile road to Santiago in Northern Spain hiker extraordinaire, an amazing ski instructor at both Park City Mountain Resort and Deer Valley Ski Area, a volunteer for the Sundance Film Festival and The Eccles Theater in Park City, a member of Park City Leadership squad always seeking to create a strong sense of diversity and an esteemed docent at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, working tirelessly on “From Harlem to Utah: Stories of Blackness”. She also recorded an audio tour for “Portrait of a Young Musician(1970), by Beaufort Delaney, and finally a creative, thoughtful artist in her own right!
Through her travels around the world, she built a vibrant community of admiring friends and will be remembered as a delightful dinner guest who would regale everyone with her inspiring travel adventures, her sharp wit and sassy sense of humor! She is so very missed!

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February 14, 1940 – June 8, 2024

Alice Noreen Goff Nelson, 84, of Park City, Utah, passed away at home on June 8, 2024.
Noreen was born on February 14, 1940, in Park City, Utah to Jessie and Cereal Goff and was the youngest of five kids. While in high school, she met her husband Kurt Nelson and went on to marry him on April 27, 1956. The two of them lived most of their lives together in Park City, Utah; it was their home and the place they loved more than anywhere else. They had two daughters together, Lori Morden (Clifford) and Jacqueline Nelson. For further obituary information, service details, or to share a photo or memory, please visit Noreen’s obituary at www.probstfamilyfunerals.com.

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January 11, 1940 – May 30, 2024

Ann Openshaw Spinola, 84, of Park City, Utah, passed away on May 30, 2024.

Ann was born on January 11, 1940, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Vern L. Openshaw and Ruth Georgena Floyd. She attended East High School and the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. While at the U, Ann married C. Smith Sumner, and had two children, Jayne and Devon. Later, they divorced. While raising their children, she obtained an Associate of Arts degree in Interior Design from Cañada College in California. She owned and operated Ann Sumner Design for 30 years in Northern California. Ann loved to design and shop for several long-term clients, where she enjoyed the expression of color. She applied her skills to remodeling two of her own houses and building her dream home in Sonoma. While remodeling her first home, she fell in love with and married her neighbor, Thad Spinola.

Ann was a devoted friend, sister, wife, mother, and Grammy to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ann loved to “go and do”. She traveled to many places, near and far, with family and friends. She was also an active member of her communities in California and Park City. She kept in touch with her Kappa Kappa Gamma sisters, and served a term as President of the local chapter. She especially loved the Newcomers Club, where she developed several dear friendships.

Ann is survived by her children, Jayne Sumner and Devon Sumner (Judy); her grandchildren, Tyson Anae (Jesi), Bristol Anae, Madin Anae, Harrison Anae, Toni Anae; Joseph Sumner, Sarah Sumner Martinez (Roberto), and Hannah Sumner; her great-grandchildren, Paige Anae and Teo Anae; and her siblings, Judy Hetzel, and Staf Openshaw (Jeri). She was preceded in death by her parents and the love of her life, Thad Spinola.

Ann’s passing has left a void in the hearts of her friends and family. Her strength, resourcefulness, and caring nature were qualities that endeared her to all who knew her. Her absence will be deeply felt, and her memory will be cherished by those she left behind.

A private graveside service was held for family and friends.

Condolences can be offered at https://www.dignitymemorial.com.

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January 9, 1960 – May 23, 2024

Mary Patricia Hogwood of Henefer, Utah, was taken from us on May 23, 2024 by Parkinson’s Disease.
She was born on January 9, 1960 to Floyd & Mirium Mulligan in Seattle, WA. She is survived by her husband Raymond, their two children Ian & Silas, her sister Lorene & brother David, and two Grandchildren Adalin & Reese. She has many aunts, uncles, and cousins. The family asks for donations, in her name, to The Parkinson’s Research Foundation or the Michael J Fox Foundation in lieu of flowers.

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