James D. Wardle passed away on November 1, 1997 in Salt Lake City, Utah at his home.

He was born November 1,1915 in Magna, Utah to Allan C. Wardle and Gretchen Mayberry Wardle. He married Betty E. Forsyth on April 1, 1945.He owned and operated Wardle Barbershop for 62 years. Was Utah State champion for three years in dance and figure skating. Was a student of religion with an extensive library on the subject and was freely used by all those interested. Was an elder in the RLDS Church.

Survived by his wife; one daughter, Afton A. Sorensen; three grandchildren, Lee C. Sorensen, Strider J., and Heather Wardle. Also survived by three sisters, Wanda Hirsch, Lyda Oldham, and Lois Kimball. Preceded in death by his son, Allan J. Wardle in 1991.

Memorial services will be held November 6, 1997 at 2 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the American Cancer Society, 941 East 3300 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84106.

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