Scott Christopher Pugh and JoAnne Haag Pugh died on August 2, 1997, in an automobile accident near Burley, Idaho.
Scott was born January 5, 1968 in Boston, Mass. JoAnne was born November 23, 1970 in Washington D.C. Both graduated with high honors from Brigham Young University, Scott in Philosophy and JoAnne in Zoology. They were married in the Jordan River Temple on April 24, 1992. Scott graduated number one in his class from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. JoAnne completed her masters in Biology at Westchester University while they resided in Pennsylvania. They left behind two small children; Hannah age three and Samuel age one.Scott adored Joanne and cherished their two young children. That sums up what was most important to him. He also loved the outdoors, especially backpacking, rock climbing, and fly fishing. He was a very perceptive young man who excelled in applying his bright mind to all aspects of his life; be they academic, moral, spiritual, political, or social. Although outdoor and intellectual pursuits were prominent in his life, nothing overshadowed his love, and dedication to his friends and family. We will remember him for his wit, quick mind, interest in others, and gift for enjoying meaningful relationships. Scott was a committed member of the LDS Church who served a mission in the Dominican Republic and who served others in many diverse ways.
JoAnne adored Scott and cherished their two young children; again that sums up what was most important. JoAnne was a devoted mother who nurtured the development of her two young children with wisdom, sensitivity, sacrifice, and tremendous love. A love and caring for everyone flowed from her naturally, as she reached out to those in need in so many ways. Her independent, frugal nature made her very resourceful. She was a fixer of things and people. We loved her (as did Scott) for her resolute confidence. She knew she was right when she was right. She loved learning and has already instilled this in their young children. She was a committed member of the LDS Church who served lovingly to both youth and adults.
Both Scott and JoAnne were excellent at cultivating family ties and each knew how to be a good friend. They will be missed dearly by so many.
Scott is survived by his parents, Lorin and Judy, his brothers, Kevin and wife, Jadi Silcox Pugh, Brian Pugh, Jason Pugh and grandmothers, Leta Pugh and Grace Harding. Preceded in death by grandfathers, Warren Pugh and Curtis Harding.
Joanne is survived by her parents, Donald George and Virginia Anne Haag, her brothers and sisters, Eric W. and wife, Gayle Haag, Walter G. and wife, Janice Haag, Donna J. and husband, Steven Ball, Gail Lynne and husband, Joseph McCooey, Paul M. and wife, Marty Haag.
Funeral services will be held Thurs. Aug 7 at noon in the Sandy Crescent Stake Center, 10980 South 1700 East, Sandy. Friends may call on Aug 6 from 6-8 pm at the Larkin Mortuary, 10600 South 1700 East, and on Aug. 7 from 10-11:30 am at the Sandy Crescent Stake Center.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Bennion Teton Boys Ranch, P.O. Box 25428, SLC, UT 84125
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