Obituary: CLINE, VICTOR

Victor Bailey Cline1925 ~ 2013Beloved husband and father, Victor Bailey Cline, passed away surrounded by his family on January 15, 2013 at his home in Salt Lake City. He is survived by his wife Lois, and nine children: Russ (Melou), Janice (Richard), Robyn, Chris (Cathy), Rick (Kim), Connie (Pete), Paul (Shirley), Julie (Tyler), Rebecca (Stephen), 33 grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.An expert in the field of Psychology, he was a noted speaker, author, teacher, media expert, and counselor. His most important legacy, however, is his family. Victor led an exemplary life which has left a lasting impact on his community and those who knew him well.As part of the "Greatest Generation" he fought on the European front until the end of WW II. Victor graduated from UC Berkeley with a Ph.D. in Psychology and in 1951, married the love of his life, Lois, in the LDS Manti Utah Temple.Victor taught at the University of Utah for 43 years. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, he pioneered research on the effects of media violence and pornography. His articles have appeared in many lay and professional publications, and he has authored several books which include "How to Make Your Child A Winner."Passionately committed to strengthening marriages and families, Victor worked tirelessly to educate and assist in this effort. In 1978, he established Marriage Enrichment, an organization dedicated to helping couples improve their marriage and family life.A devoted father and husband, Victor will be affectionately remembered for his entertaining "Jackie-boy" stories, as well as his love for music (especially Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue"), movies, and Iceberg shakes.Victor was a lifelong member of the LDS church, where he faithfully served in a wide variety of positions. He also served a mission to England with his wife, Lois.A viewing will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Sunday evening, January 20, at the Holbrook Mortuary, 3251 South 2300 East, SLC. A service will be held at the LDS chapel located at 2125 Evergreen Ave, SLC at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 21, with a viewing beforehand from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.Messages to the family can be posted at: www.HolbrookMortuary.com In lieu of flowers please send tax-deductible donations to Marriage Enrichment at: Marriage Enrichment, 2902 St. Mary's Way SLC, UT 84108 or visit www.marriage-enrichment.org.