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Gerald L. Heckendorn
Feb 28, 2026
Gerald L. Heckendorn, a master craftsman and lifelong adventurer, passed away on February 28, 2026, in Mesquite, Nevada, at the age of 73.
Born and raised in Denver, Colorado, Gerald was the son of the late James P. Heckendorn and Mary L. Shafer. He held a deep and lifelong appreciation for Colorado history, finding endless fascination in the stories and rugged...
Dalila Portillo
Feb 27, 2026
Dalila Portillo, age 60, of Mesquite, Nevada, passed away on February 27, 2026, at St. George Regional Hospital in St. George, Utah.
Dalila was born on January 3, 1966, in Tela, Honduras, to Adelina Gomes and Alfonso Pinto. She carried her Honduran heritage with pride and built a life centered on faith, family, and love.
She was married to her beloved husband,...
Antoine Van Delden
Feb 23, 2026
Antoine T. Van Delden, a man whose life was a testament to resilience, creativity, and the pursuit of happiness, On February 23, 2026 he passed away peacefully at his home in Mesquite, Nevada. Born on December 23, 1936, in Surabaya, Indonesia, to Hugo and Saminah Van Delden, Antoine's journey through life was as remarkable as it was inspiring.
Antoine's early years...
Janae Colledge
Feb 22, 2026
Janae Colledge, age 66, was welcomed back into her Savior’s loving arms Sunday February 22nd, 2026, in her home encircled by the love of her wife, siblings, family, and special friends. She slipped away peacefully from their loving care to her awaiting family in heaven above.
Janae was born in Utah, July 19,1959 to her loving parents Almer Colledge and Marilyn...
Shawn Gordon Baldwin
Feb 21, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend. Shawn Baldwin, who left us at the young age of 51, on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
Born in Payson Utah in 1974 to Samuel and Sandra Keel Baldwin. Shawn grew up in Payson Utah, graduating from Payson High School in 1992....
Craig Leroy Palmer
Feb 18, 2026
Craig Leroy Palmer, age 75, passed away on February 18, 2026, surrounded by his family in the comfort of his home.
Craig was born on April 30, 1950, in Twin Falls, Idaho, to Dixey Palmer. He was the middle child of three, with an older sister, Kalline Clay, and a younger brother, Dale Palmer. In the 10th grade, Craig moved to...
Arlene Hepworth
Feb 16, 2026
Arlene Wilcox Hepworth
Mesquite, Nevada – Arlene Wilcox Hepworth, age 83, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026, in Mesquite, Nevada, from complications of dementia. She was born October 3, 1942, in Heyburn, Idaho, to Wilford Hanks Wilcox and Lillian Idella Lee. She married Alan Mann Hepworth on August 27, 1962, in the Idaho Falls Idaho Temple.
Arlene was a woman of profound...
Fredric D. (Fritz) Reed
Feb 15, 2026
Fredric D. (Fritz) Reed
Mesquite, Nevada—Fredric D. (Fritz) Reed, age 88, passed away on February 15, 2026, in Mesquite, Nevada. He was born March 18, 1937 in Valley View, Pennsylvania, to the late Palmer H. Reed and Mildred T. Reed.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, Barbara Yurick Reed, of Mesquite, Nevada, and 2 brothers, Palmer...
Richard Joseph Delong
Feb 14, 2026
Richard J. DeLong, passed away on February 14, 2026 after a short illness. He was born on October 8, 1955 in Soda Springs, Idaho to James J. and Elsina Peterson DeLong. In 1984 he married Billie McClintic and they had 42 wonderful years together. Richard was a lineman and worked for 46 years for Utah Power, Pacific Corp., and Rocky...
David Allen Wells
Feb 12, 2026
David Allen Wells, age 81, of Henderson, NV passed away on February 12, 2026. He was born on July 11, 1944 in Glendale, CA to Robert Wilbur Wells and Beulah Boggs Wells the third child of eleven. After high school he served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the Eastern States Mission primarily New...
Cheryl Ann Perkins
Feb 11, 2026
Cheryl Ann Perkins, 78, passed away Feb. 11, 2026, at her home in Mesquite, NV. She was born June 11, 1947 in Hollywood, CA to John Lansaw & Betty Lynn. She married William Perkins on Oct. 24, 1974 at the Little White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas, NV.
Cheryl & William lived in Honolulu, Hawaii after their marriage for 3 years,...
Manfred Werner Guenther
Feb 10, 2026
Manfred “Fred” Guenther, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada, at the age of 90.
Born on May 18, 1935, in Bautzen, East Germany, Fred’s early life was shaped by the challenges of post-war Europe. In 1949, at age 14, he and his family escaped the Communist regime, fleeing to West Berlin. Their dream of freedom led...
Arlene Hughes
Feb 10, 2026
Beaver Dam, AZ- Arlene Pollock Hughes, 84, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, in her home in Beaver Dam, AZ. She was born March 1, 1941, in Springdale, UT to Denzil & Emoline Brooks Pollock. She married Bob Arvin Hughes on March 4, 1959, in Gardnerville, NV, and passed just shy of 67 years of marriage to her sweetheart.
The...
Kenneth Lee Payne
Feb 7, 2026
Mesquite, Nevada – Kenneth Lee Payne, 74, passed away on February 7, 2026, at his home in Mesquite, cared by his loving wife and daughter, JoAnn Graham. Ken was born on July 30, 1951, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Luther Lee Payne and Pauline George. He married Celia Ann Ackerman on January 24, 1973, in Elko, Nevada.
Ken was raised in Sperry,...
Dean Earl Peyton
Feb 5, 2026
Dean Earl Peyton
February 23, 1957 - February 5, 2026
Dean Peyton, 68, passed away on February 5, 2026. He leaves behind a legacy of strength, craftmanship, perseverance, and unmistakable character.
Dean is survived by his 3 children and 3 grandchildren. Family and friends were everything to him, and his legacy continues through them and the generations that follow.
A longtime member of the...
Alfred Charles Knoerzer
Feb 5, 2026
Alfred Charles Knoerzer Sr., a proud U.S. Army and Vietnam War veteran, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of courage, love, and quiet strength. He honorably served his country during the Vietnam War, a commitment that reflected his deep sense of duty and sacrifice.
He was a devoted husband and loving father who cherished his family above all else. He...
Ardra McDow
Feb 3, 2026
Ardra McDow, age 24, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at Mesa View Hospital, She was born on July 23, 2001 in Heber City, UT.
Ardra lived in Heber City, UT while she was young, then moved to Mesquite, NV. She was a beautiful young woman who loved to sketch, draw, and do digital art. Ardra was an eclectic listener...
Mary Lou Gunn
Feb 2, 2026
Ogden, UT Mary Lou Gunn 88 years old passed away Monday, February 2 in Mesquite NV. She was born May 23, 1937 in Goshen UT to Melissa Steele Lewis and Robert Arthur Lewis. She married Rodney Allen Gunn on June 12, 1982 in Ogden, UT.
Mary Lou was a member of the LDS Church and was raised in Goshen, UT and...
Audrey Ramona Elstad
Feb 1, 2026
Audrey (Gagner) Elstad, age 85, passed away 2/1/2026 after a long illness. She is now at peace in heaven with her beloved husband Leif.
She is survived by her children Dawn and Jon, and her sister Linda.
Private services will be held at Veteran’s Cemetery.
We invite family and friends to leave condolences or memories at www.starmortuary.com.
Andrew Lee Cerda
Jan 31, 2026
Andrew “Andy” Lee Cerda, of Boulder City, Nevada, passed away on January 31, 2026, at the age of 63.
Andy was born on December 5, 1962, in Gary, Indiana, to Ruth and Lauro Cerda, Jr. From the start, Andy lived life on his own terms - fully, passionately, and without regret. He had a deep love for music and found joy...
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