Mary LaJunne Neilson

April 16, 1940 to Vernal and Leida Hatch in Salina, Utah. She married LaGrand “Butch” Neilson on December 30th, 1959 in Washington, Utah.

LaJunne earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Utah and a Master’s degree from Utah State University. She loved being an educator and had a passion for teaching. She taught for over 30 years at Westlake Jr. High, Kearns High School, Cyprus High School, and Salt Lake Community College. She was an active member of the LDS church and served in many callings. Her favorite of which was serving in the Salt Lake Temple.

LaJunne approached everything in her life with great energy and enthusiasm. She was a skilled baker and cake decorator, loved arts and crafts, all the holidays, traveling, going to sporting events, but most of all she enjoyed being with her grandchildren. She was kind and generous and loved to serve those around her.

She is survived by her children daughter, Vicki Hill; daughter, Penny (Milt) Chidester; son, Gary (Pennie) Neilson; son, Rhett (Shealaun) Neilson; son Dallas Christison; four brothers, one sister; and many grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Butch; and son, Steven.

Funeral services will be held 11 am Thursday December 5, 2013 at the Spencer 6th Ward, 8181 W 3320 S, Magna. Visitations will be 6-8 pm Wednesday December 4, 2013 at Peel Funeral Home, 8525 West 2700 South, Magna and 10-10:45 am Thursday at the church prior to services. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park. Condolences: www.peelfuneralhome.com