Saundra Stephens Toole
1943~2008
Saundra Stephens Toole, 64, beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend passed away due to a tragic accident on May 8, 2008.
She was born on June 28, 1943 to Edison J. Stephens and Beulah Bond of Henefer, Utah. She, along with her six brothers and sisters were raised on a farm where she learned to work hard while enjoying a carefree and wonderful childhood roaming the fields and mountains on the ranch. She married Douglas Boyd Toole on November 23, 1960 in Coalville, Utah and they set forth on a journey of 48 years together. She lovingly spoiled Doug and literally carried him through life's experiences. They were a team! She was his cheerleader and best friend. They had three daughters.
She was a gracious, noble woman who loved unconditionally and blessed the lives of those who came in contact with her. She had dear friends throughout the world. She cared for many and always had a "pot on the stove" for anyone who cared to stop by. Her home was the gathering place. She was the organizer of parties and kept both sides of the family together. She loved her heritage and recently completed a book entitled "The Family and History of Parley Robert Stephens and Elthera Videan Fawcett". She was an accomplished gardener, seamstress, cook, world traveler, and was active in the community affairs, from 4H, Girl Scouts, PTA, to the local homeowner's association. She was fearless in the face of adversity surviving Multiple Sclerosis, a brain tumor and other health challenges. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served faithfully in many callings. Her family was the most important part of her life. She was the most beautiful, kind, talented and caring mom. Her pride and joy were her daughters, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was their biggest supporter and encouraged them in all of their many endeavors. She instilled in them confidence and a love of life and compassion for others. They knew they were loved.
Survived by her father Edison J. Stephens and Erika Stephens;
husband, Douglas Boyd Toole; her daughters and their spouses; Melanie and Michael Forbes, Draper, UT; DeAnn and Darren Olsen, Wellsville, UT; and Jennifer and Tony Cantafio, Long Beach, CA; 10 grandchildren, Natalie (Bryan) Mason, Colchester, VT; Tamara (Todd) Jacobs, Bluffdale, UT; Colin, McKell and Kaitlan Forbes, Chase and Land
Olsen, Jaden, Luke, and Dylan Cantafio; three great-granddaughters, Niah and Chloe Mason, Preslee Jacobs; brothers, Dee (Kathryn), Kyle (Joann); sisters, Marsha (Ralph), Launa (Blaine), Lori (Tim), Becky (Todd); brother-in-law, Thomas Toole (Judy); many nephews; nieces; cousins; and friends. Preceded in death by mother, Beulah Bond Stephens; motherin-law, Hazel Marie Toole.
Services will be held at the Coalville Utah Stake Center on Tuesday May 13, 2008, 40 North Main Street, Coalville, Utah at 11 a.m.
Viewing will be held at the same
location, Monday May 12th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and also on Tuesday May 13th from 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Interment will be held immediately following the services at the Coalville cemetery.
Donations may be made at any branch of Zions Bank to the Saundra Stephens Toole Youth Scholarship Fund.
Funeral arrangements under the
direction of Leavitt's Mortuary. Send condolences to the family at: www.leavittsmortuary.com