12/9/09~5/27/03
Our loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, Afton Niederhauser, passed away peacefully at her home Tuesday, May 27, 2003 in Salt Lake City.
She was born December 9, 1909 to Margaret Hjort and Parley P. Jones in Bingham Canyon, Utah. She married George L. Niederhauser on March 28, 1928 in the Logan Temple celebrating their 75th wedding anniversary this year. They had five children together.
Afton's life was defined by her dedication to family and commitment to community. She happily spent countless hours preparing and hosting holiday celebrations for the many members of her extended family. She was a fixture at the various activities enjoyed by all of her grandchildren -always present to provide some loving support. Afton's graciousness extended beyond her family to the many friends and neighbors who knew her warm and welcoming spirit. Afton was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She volunteered generously for the Relief Society, where she found particular joy in her visiting teaching; in addition, she served a number of years as a temple worker. During her life, Afton developed passions for gardening and cooking. She lived a wonderful life and her legacy will continue on in her family. She will be greatly missed.
Afton is survived by her husband George, five children, Robert (Marilyn) Niederhauser, Gordon (Mary Lou, deceased) Niederhauser, DeeAnn (Thomas) Taylor, Saundra (Bruce) Hopkins, Nila (John) Morzelewski, 16 grandchildren, 22 great- grandchildren, four great-great- grandchildren, and one brother John Jones. She is preceded in death by her mother and father, three brothers, four sisters, daughter-in-law, two grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be held Friday, May 30, 11:00 a.m. at Cottonwood 4th LDS Ward chapel, 5565 South Neighbor Lane. Friends may call Thursday, May 29 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Cannon Mortuary, 2460 East 7600 South, or one hour prior to the services. Interment Memorial Cemetery, 3115 East 7800 South. The family wishes to thank IHC Hospice for their support. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Alzheimer's Assn., 845 East 4800 South, Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84107, or the charity of your choice.