Class of 1884? Sarah Lavina Clark grew up to be a spirited, self-reliant, happy, talented young lady who enjoyed her home life, acquired many domestic skills and intellectual interests, and was held in high esteem by the young people of Farmington. Following in the footsteps of several brothers and sisters, Sarah, at the age of 17, enrolled at Brigham Young Academy, Provo, Utah, leaving her family for the first time. She attended the school from 1883 to 1884. Besides enjoying the stimulating intellectual and social life at the academy, she met and fell in love with a fellow student, Benjamin Franklin Knowlton Jr. who came from quite a different social environment. They were married in the Logan Temple on April 14, 1886. Although the Benjamin Franklin Knowltons were living in Farmington at this time, they had recently moved from the ranch known as Delle in Skull Valley. Frank, having lost his mother Rhoda Richards Knowlton at the age of 16, grew up among cowmen and frontiersmen whose moral codes and personal behavior patterns differed sharply from those of the Mormon people in Farmington. Frank's father, Benjamin Franklin Knowlton, spent most of his life in the saddle as a rancher, scout and frontiersman. He played an active and courageous role in the Mormon Militia during the Utah War. Settling in Skull Valley to ranch with his older brothers George Washington and John Quincy Knowlton, his family experienced the harsh, primitive, frontier conditions of life on the isolated Skull Valley frontier with few of the cultural, religious or social opportunities common to Farmington.

Class of 1914. Stanley Clark. Graduated in 1914 from Brigham Young High School, Academic Department. Source 1: 1914 BYU Banyan, BYH section, pp. 84-89. ~ ~ ~ ~ Class of 1914. Stanley Clark. He received a High School Diploma in 1914. Source 2: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 7, page 38. ~ ~ ~ ~ Collegiate Grad of BYU, Class of 1917. Stanley Clark. He received an AB Degree in Music in 1917. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 7, page 38. His Obituary, Desert News, November 29, 1976

Class of 1962. Stephen M. Clark. Football, Tennis, Dramatics, Chorus, Band, Seminary Graduate, Poetry Festival, Ski Club, Thespians, Model U.N. ~ ~ ~ ~ His parents: James Ratcliffe Clark, BYU professor, LDS scholar and author, and Helen Virginia Jorgensen Clark, educator, married October 6, 1937 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Their children include: Mrs. Virginia Clark [BYH Class of 1957] (Donald) Bragg, Hyrum, Utah; Stephen Marcellus Clark [BYH Class of 1962] (Maurine), Livermore, California; and James Bruce Clark (Gayle), West Jordan, Utah. ~ ~ ~ ~ Associate of Science Degree in Electronic Technology, Utah Technical College, August 1970. Dean's Honor Roll, 1999, University of San Francisco. BS Degree, Information Systems Management, University of San Francisco, May 2000. ~ ~ ~ ~ Married to E. Maurine Andreason, October 18, 1968, Manti LDS Temple. Children: Donald E Clark, 1971; Ann Marie Clark, 1974. Grandchildren: 3 girls, 1 boy. @ 2012 ~ ~ ~ ~ HIS OBITUARY: Stephen Marcellus Clark, May 26, 1944 — September 14, 2023. Hurricane, Utah. In loving memory of Stephen Marcellus Clark, 79, who passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023 in St. George, Utah from Emphysema. Stephen was born May 26, 1944 to James R and Helen Clark. He was a Provo, Utah native who due to work moved to California for the next 48 years, returning to Utah in 2018. Stephen served in the Utah National Guard. He served as missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the Northern Indian Mission (Rapid City, South Dakota). He graduated from Brigham Young High School in the Class of 1962, and from Utah Technical College in Electronics in 1970. Work took him to the California Bay Area where for the next 30 years he worked in electronics in the semiconductor fabrication industry. He later earned a Bachelors Degree in Information Systems Management from the University of San Francisco in 2000. He was an avid shooter and lifetime member of the NRA who enjoyed hunting and the outdoors, including off road and four-wheeling. He was an accomplished amateur photographer. He was involved in Amateur radio in California, and in Utah with Washington County Amateur Radio Emergency Service. He met Elizabeth Maurine Andreason while they were both attending Snow College in Ephraim, Utah. They were married 2 years later on October 18, 1968. They enjoyed 54 years of marriage and had 2 children, son Donald and daughter Ann Marie. He has 5 grandchildren, Bethany, Caitlyn, Jacob, Angela and Nathaniel. He is survived by this wife Maurine (Hurricane, Utah), son Donald (Sandra) Florida, daughter Ann Marie (Stephen) Arizona, grandchildren, and brother Bruce (Gayle) West Jordan, Utah. He is preceded in death by granddaughter, Angela, parents James R and Helen Clark and sister Virginia Bragg. Funeral Services will be held at 11am on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Wheeler Mortuary, 211E 200S, Springville, Utah. Visitation for 1 hour prior to services. Interment will be at Eastlawn Memorial Hills at 4800 North 650 East, Provo, Utah. Source

Class of 1914. Thomas L. Clark. Graduated in 1914 from Brigham Young High School, Academic Department. Source 1: 1914 BYU Banyan, BYH section, pp. 84-89. ~ ~ ~ ~ Class of 1914. Lewin Clark [actually T. Lowin Clark]. He received a High School Diploma in 1914. Source 2: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 6, page 182. ~ ~ ~ ~ Thomas Lowin Clark was born on September 13, 1892 in Provo, Utah. His parents were John Gideon Clark and Emma Maria Farrer Clark. T. L. Clark married Hazel Johannah Giles on September 16, 1914 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Thomas Lowin Clark died on April 4, 1969 in Provo, Utah. His interment, Provo Cemetery, Utah.

Class of 1912. Venice Clark, of Provo, Utah. Graduated from Brigham Young High School in 1912. Source 1: 1912 BYU Mizpah, BYH section, photos and names on pp. 1 - 105. ~ ~ ~ ~ Class of 1912. Venice Clark. She received a High School Diploma in 1912. Source 2: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 4, page 429. ~ ~ ~ ~ Venice Clark was born on August 22, 1893 in Provo, Utah. Her parents were John Wesley Clark and Ellen S. Lee (Young) Clark. She married Earl O. Anderson, of Mayfield, Utah, on June 15, 1915 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was also a member of the BYH Class of 1912. Earl Overlade Anderson died on August 20, 1964 in Salt Lake City, Utah. His interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, Salt Lake City, Utah. Venice Clark Anderson died on October 16, 1970 in Orem, Utah. Her interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, Salt Lake City, Utah.

Class of 1957. Virginia Clark. Oratory State, Childrens Theater, Notre Maison, Thespians, Chorus, Model U.N., Graduation Committee. BYU BS Food Science & Nutrition 1961. Married Donald Bragg. ~ ~ ~ ~ Her parents: James Ratcliffe Clark, BYU professor, LDS scholar and author, and Helen Virginia Jorgensen Clark, educator, married October 6, 1937 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Their children include: Mrs. Virginia Clark [BYH Class of 1957] (Donald) Bragg, Hyrum, Utah; Stephen Marcellus Clark [BYH Class of 1962] (Maurine), Livermore, California; and James Bruce Clark (Gayle), West Jordan, Utah. @1997.

Class of 1951. Kay Clark. Baseball, Football, Lettermen, Band, Chorus, Childrens' Theater. BYU BA 1959. ~ ~ ~ ~ HIS OBITUARY: Warren K Clark "Kay" peacefully returned to his heavenly home February 10, 2020. He was born July 10, 1933 to James Lynn and Effie Melissa Clark the youngest of three boys and three girls. He attended Timpanogas Elementary and Dixon Junior High School. Kay graduated from Brigham Young High School in the Class of 1951, where he excelled in music, art, and sports. He served in the US Air Force as a Radio Operator. After serving in the military he served an honorable mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Northern States Mission. Upon returning home from his mission he married his eternal companion, Joyce Williamson. They were married for 61 years and together raised four children. They were also heavily involved in the Indian Placement Program for 27 years along with many others that Kay and Joyce welcomed into their home that called him Dad and Grandpa. He worked for the Utah Department of Transportation as an Office Engineer and helped build many freeways and highways across the state of Utah. He served faithfully in many callings in the Church including on Stake High Councils and in Bishoprics. His favorite calling however, was that of Primary Teacher. He is survived by his wife Joyce, children Kalyne (John) Nicholes, Don, Greg (Kayla), JoDee (Ryan) Stott. 18 plus grandchildren, 11 plus great grandchildren, sister Lois Johnson. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, two sisters, one granddaughter and one great granddaughter. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 15th at the Sharon 2nd Ward Chapel, 600 South 400 East, Orem at 11 a.m. Viewings will be held Friday February 14 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and prior to the funeral from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Both at the Sharon 2nd Ward Chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.walkersanderson.com Interment, East Lawn Memorial Hills Cemetery. 4800 N 650 E, Provo. Military Honors performed by American Legion Post 72. Source.

Faculty & Staff. Welsford H. "Gus" Clark taught 5th and 6th Grade in the BYU Laboratory Elementary School for a number of years. His parents are Herald R. Clark and Mabel Hone Clark. He is also Professor Emeritus of Education, McKay School of Education, Brigham Young University. He retired after 37 years as a teacher. He married Delaine Anderson. Welsford Hone "Gus" Clark is one of six sons born to Herald R. Clark and Mabel Hone Clark. The family lived in Provo, Utah. His five brothers include: Richard Hone Clark (1916-1985), Dr. Stephen Hone Clark (1919-1987), Homer Hone Clark (1921-2010), Rand Hone Clark (1925-2007), and Dr. Phillip Hone Clark. His education included: B.S. BYU 1956, and M.Ed., BYU, 1962. Gus married Delaine, and they live in Orem, Utah. In 2012, Gus Clark is 80 years old. The Gus and Delaine Clark family includes: Brittney Ann Clark, Cabe Riso Clark, Christopher Anderson Clark, Gunnar C Clark, Jeana Peterson Clark, Kelly Anderson Clark, and Lee Anderson Clark. ~ ~ ~ ~ HIS OBITUARY: Welsford Hone "Gus" Clark passed from his earthly mission on February 5th, 2013. Gus was born on January 21st, 1932 in Provo, Utah to Herald Ray Clark and Mable Hone Clark. He was sealed to his eternal companion Delaine Anderson on August 16th, 1955 in the Salt Lake Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- Day Saints. Together they raised four children: Chris, Lee, Suzanne, and Rachel. Gus was a professor of elementary education at Brigham Young University for 38 years, retiring in 1994. His passion for teaching children and those who taught them was unmatched. Besides teaching at the university, Gus also taught fifth and sixth grades at the Brigham Young Elementary Training School at various times during his career and was influential in many of his students' lives outside of the normal teacher-student relationship. Many of his young students remained life-long friends. He was always willing to help them with advice and counsel with them in time of need. After his retirement, Gus and Delaine served missions at the Missionary Training Center [MTC] in Provo, the Philippines, Thailand, and Roosevelt, Utah. Gus was a life-long missionary exemplifying the Savior in the way he approached everyone he met. He was always seeking ways to help others grow in life. He was an influence for good in all whom he came in contact with. He was especially loved by his grandchildren and spent many summer nights with them at his cabin near Aspen Grove or at his historical home in Moroni, Utah. Gus enjoyed classic music, fine art, reading and maybe the "occasional" visit to Deseret Industries [D.I.] to collect many of his hidden treasures. We love you Dad, and will miss your presence in our lives. Gus is survived by his wife of 57 years, Delaine Clark of Orem, their children Chris (Kelly) Clark of Lindon, Lee (Jeana) Clark of Orem, Suzanne (Walter) Kelly of Las Vegas, and Rachel (Mitch) Oviatt of Orem; He is also survived by 14 grand-children and 25 great-grand-children; Brother Philip (Ruth) Clark of Holladay. He was preceded in death by his parents and four older brothers: Richard, Stephen, Homer, and Rand Clark. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Feb 14, 2013 at 12:00 p.m. in the Cherry Hill Stake Center located at 1700 South 400 East, Orem. Friends may call Wednesday evening from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Berg Mortuary, 185 East Center Street, Provo and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. prior to services. Burial will be in the Provo City Cemetery. In-lieu of flowers, the family requests that you purchase a children's book and spend precious time reading it to a child. Welsford H. "Gus" Clark [Deseret News, February 9, 2013] ~ ~ ~ ~ HIS WIFE'S OBITUARY: Delaine Anderson Clark passed from her earthly mission on November 13, 2013. Delaine was born on March 6, 1926 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to Orial Lewis and Delia Lee Anderson. She was sealed to her eternal companion Welsford H. Gus Clark on August 16, 1955 in the Salt Lake Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Together they raised four children: Chris, Lee, Suzanne, and Rachel. After graduating from high school and university studies she continued her education in nursing, graduating as a certified, registered nurse anesthetist. Her kindness and care for her patients was unparalleled. Her concern extended beyond her patients to their families. At times she invited families of patients from out of town to stay at her home when they had nowhere else to go. Delaine served a full-time mission for the LDS Church in the Northern States Mission which included Illinois and Wisconsin at a time when few women served as missionaries. She was an active and faithful member of the LDS Church throughout her life. She was a woman possessed of deep faith. She was kind to all and was generous with her time and means. After her retirement Delaine and her husband served LDS Church missions in the Philippines, Thailand, Roosevelt, Utah and at the MTC in Provo, Utah. Delaine is survived by her children, Chris (Kelly) of Lindon, Lee (Jeana) of Orem, Suzanne (Walter) Kelly of Las Vegas, and Rachel (Mitch) Oviatt of Orem; She is also survived by 14 grand-children and 25 great-grand- children, her brother Ethan Anderson of Ammon, Idaho and her sister Avon Andrews of St. George, Utah. Delaine was preceded in death by her husband Welsford (Gus), her brothers Marion and Joseph and her sister Donna. Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 21, 2013 at 11:00 am in the Cherry Hill Stake Center, 1700 South 400 East, Orem, Utah. Friends may call Wednesday evening, November 20, 2013 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Berg Mortuary, 185 East Center Street, Provo, Utah and Thursday, November 21, 2013 from 9:30 am to 10:45 am at the church prior to funeral services. Burial will be in the Provo City Cemetery. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Courtyard at Jamestown for the love and care they showed Delaine during the final months of her life. [Provo Daily Herald, November 17, 2013]

BY Academy High School Class of 1883. William Clark of Pleasant Grove, Utah. Graduated Friday, June 15, 1883, with a Mathematics certificate (Ray's Higher Mathematics). Source: Territorial Enquirer, Friday, June 15, 1883.

Faculty & Staff. A. John Clarke, Physics, Mathematics, Theology, 1937-1948. Eleventh Principal of BY High School from 1946 to 1949. He served as Acting Principal in 1943. In 1945-46 taught Art. His first year as Principal was 1946-47, and he continued through 1947-1948, when he handed off the office to Herbert K. Christensen. BYU Archives: Clarke, A. John, Oral history interview, July 27, 1977. 1 volume. Call Number: UA OH 21, Abstract: Interview by C. Garn Coombs with A. John Clarke, BYU professor, concerning his experiences as a student at BYU during the late 1930's, and as an instructor and principal of BY High School in the mid-1940's. Also served a Provo City Commissioner 1981-1982. ~ ~ ~ ~ HIS OBITUARY: Alva John Clarke, 87, of Orem died Saturday, December 30, 1995, in Provo, Utah. He was born July 3, 1908, in Magrath, Alberta, Canada, a son of Peter Gemmell and Vilate Green Clarke. He married Xarissa (Rissa) Merkley July 4, 1929, in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, and their marriage was solemnized July 23, 1929, in the Alberta Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She died August 17, 1986, in Provo, Utah. He married Marian Green Stephens May 8, 1987, in Rexburg, Idaho, and they make their home in Orem, Utah. He was educated in Magrath schools and obtained a teaching certificate from Calgary Normal School. He was a teacher and principal in Canada before coming to Brigham Young University. He was a member of the faculty of BYU for 35 years until his retirement in 1973. He was principal of BY High School, a professor of education administration, assistant dean and acting dean of the College of Education at BYU. He earned his B.S. and M.S. degrees from Brigham Young University and an Ed.D. from the University of Colorado in 1950. With his wife Rissa, he worked in Iran as an advisor in the Point IV Program to revise the curriculum of the secondary schools and returned there at the request of the Minister of Education to further that work and to be an advisor to the Chancellor of the University of Tehran. In 1967 he went to Washington D.C. where he aided the U.S. Office of Education as Chief of Program Management for the Follow-Through program of Head Start. Active in civic concerns, he was a long-time member of the Provo Kiwanis Club, the BYU Cougar Club, and was involved with the AARP and Timpanogas Transit Authority, serving each as president. In 1980 he was elected Provo City Commissioner serving with Anagene Mecham and Major James Ferguston. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was a high priest in Suncrest 2nd Ward at the time of his death. He served as bishop in Canada and in Provo. He is survived by his wife, Marian of Orem, Utah; one son and four daughters, Margaret Riley, Kaysville, Utah; Sybil (Roger) Ferguson, Scottsdale, Ariz.; Jack A. (Marilyn) Clarke, Rexburg, Idaho; Jill (Alan) Harris, Cleveland, Ohio; and Kathryn (Paul) Williams, Mesa, Arizona. His stepchildren are Kay (Arlan) Mortensen, Pocatello, Idaho; Greg M. (Linda) Stephens, Sweet Home, Oregon; Roger C. (Julie) Stephens, Salem, Oregon; Courtney G. (Kelly) Stephens, St. George, Utah. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers and two sisters, Peter Drew, James Green, Jesse, Wilson, Jennie, and Sarah Elizabeth (Sadie); and by grandchildren, Peter Riley and Ann Harris. Funeral services were held Wednesday, January 3, 1996 in Orem, Utah. Interment, American Fork City Cemetery. [Published in the Deseret News, Monday, January 1, 1996.]

Class of 1954 ~ Honorary. Jill Clarke. Daughter of BYH Principal A. John Clarke. She is a twin sister of Jack Clarke, also a member of the BYH Class of 1954. Her Parents: Alva John Clarke and Xarissa (Rissa) Merkley, married in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada in 1929. They had four daughters and one son: Margaret “Peg” Clarke Riley [BYH Class of 1949]; Sybil Clarke [BYH Class of 1952~Honorary] (Roger) Ferguson; Jill Clarke [BYH Class of 1954] (Alan) Harris; and Kathryn Clarke [BYH Class of 1961] (Paul) Williams.

Class of 1954. Jack A. Clarke. Football, Basketball, Lettermen, Athletic Manager, All State Athletics, Band, Chorus, Childrens Theater. Son of BYH Principal A. John Clarke. He is the twin brother of Jill Clarke, also a member of the BYH Class of 1954. Married Marilyn. His parents: Alva John Clarke and Xarissa (Rissa) Merkley, married in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada in 1929. They had four daughters and one son: Margaret “Peg” Clarke Riley [BYH Class of 1949]; Sybil Clarke [BYH Class of 1952~Honorary] (Roger) Ferguson; Jill Clarke [BYH Class of 1954] (Alan) Harris; and Kathryn Clarke [BYH Class of 1961] (Paul) Williams. @2007 ~ ~ ~ ~ HIS OBITUARY: John Alva "Jack" Clarke (1935 - 2018). - John Alva "Jack" Clarke passed away July 31, 2018 after being surrounded by his family. He was born November 27, 1935 to A. John and Xarissa Merkley Clarke in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, along with his twin sister, Jill. Jack and Jill joined two older sisters, Peg and Sybil, with Kathy coming along later to complete the family. As a child, Jack moved to Provo, Utah, where he grew up and attended Brigham Young High School. He graduated in the Class of 1954. He was a gifted athlete and recognized as an All-American football player. He attended BYU where he played football his freshman year. Then Jack was called to serve in the Western States LDS Mission, where he labored faithfully for two years. Upon his return, he met his sweetheart, Marilyn Tuckett. They were married in the Salt Lake Temple, September 25, 1958. After they both graduated from BYU, life took them to Ogden, Cedar City, Salt Lake City and Rexburg, Idaho. They spent their retirement years in Orem, Utah, making dear friends amongst their neighbors and ward members. Jack and Marilyn were the devoted parents of seven children. As their father, Jack's hallmark was encouraging his children to reach beyond what they thought might be possible. Jack worked for State Farm Insurance, Diet Center, Inc., and Ricks College. He also served his country in the National Guard. He will be remembered for his faithful service in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served as bishop in three wards: Cedar City 1st, Rexburg 10th and Ricks College 42nd, and as a branch president at the Provo MTC. He was involved in mentoring young men through the Boy Scouts of America as Scoutmaster. He taught not only scouting skills, but also life lessons while sharing the gospel along the way. He saw many of his scouts advance to the rank of Eagle, and Jack was later recognized with the Silver Beaver Award. Jack was a true "people person." He loved getting to know people, forging friendships and then treasuring those relationships. When he talked to you there was always genuine interest. Strangers quickly became friends, usually from questions about where they were from, where they went to school, and making connections with the "Do you know . . .?" game. His teasing manner and warmth soon put people at ease. Jack was extremely generous with his time and with his means. He is survived by his children: Jennifer Sorensen, Kristen (Spencer) Kirk, Colette, Drew (Adrienne), James (Andrea) and Scott; 15 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; sisters: Jill Harris and Kathy Williams. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn; his son, Bryan; his son-in-law, Christian Sorensen; his parents and his sisters, Peg Riley and Sybil Ferguson. As a family, we express deep gratitude to his Good Shepherd caregivers who were angels in his time of need. We are also grateful Dad spent the past six months in the home of his daughter, Jennifer, and her daughter, Marissa, after the passing of our mother. We love you, Dad. The funeral service will be held Monday, August 6, 2018, at 11 a.m. at the Nelson Family Mortuary Chapel, 4780 N. University Avenue, Provo. Viewings will also be held at the mortuary Sunday, August 5th, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. and Monday prior to the funeral service from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. Interment, the American Fork Cemetery. To express condolences visit www.NelsonMortuary.com [Rexburg Idaho Standard Journal, August 3, 2018]

Class of 1961. Kathryn Clarke. Senior Class Secretary. Dramatics, Hi-Steppers, Best Supporting Actress, Best Actress, Seminary Vice President, Seminary Graduate. ~ ~ ~ ~ Daughter of BYH Principal A. John Clarke. [Do not confuse with Kathryn Clark, Class of 1964.] BYU BS Elementary Education 1966. Married Paul A. Williams. Her Parents: Alva John Clarke and Xarissa (Rissa) Merkley, married in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada in 1929. They had four daughters and one son: Margaret “Peg” Clarke Riley [BYH Class of 1949]; Sybil Clarke [BYH Class of 1952~Honorary] (Roger) Ferguson; Jill Clarke [BYH Class of 1954] (Alan) Harris; and Kathryn Clarke [BYH Class of 1961] (Paul) Williams. @2011 ~ ~ ~ ~ HER OBITUARY: Kathryn “Kathy” Clarke Williams. BIRTH: 7 Sep 1943, Provo, Utah County, Utah. DEATH 24 Oct 2020 (aged 77), Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona. BURIAL: Spanish Fork City Cemetery, Spanish Fork, Utah County, Utah. ~ ~ Kathryn Clarke Williams, 77, passed away peacefully in her home on October 24, 2020 in Mesa, Arizona. Kathy was born on September 7, 1943 in Provo, Utah to A. John Clarke and Xarissa Merkley Clarke. She was the youngest of 5 siblings. Her father strongly desired one more child and promised he would be a stellar, diaper changing husband! Kathy was a blessing to all. Kathy graduated from Brigham Young High School in the Class of 1961. She married Paul Allen Williams on June 24, 1966 in the Salt Lake Temple. They resided in Mesa, Arizona for the next 54 years. Kathy graduated from Brigham Young University, majoring in elementary education and taught in Mesa Public Schools during her early years of marriage. While raising her family, Kathy owned and operated her own Diet Center franchise, a program founded by her sister, Sybil Clarke Ferguson. Kathy later returned to teaching after raising her family of eight children where she taught kindergarten at Hawthorne Elementary School (now Hughes). Kathy was a lifelong, devout member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She had a strong testimony of the gospel and Jesus Christ. She was a loving mother and grandmother and devoted her life to her family. Her children were her greatest joy. Kathy loved learning and was an avid reader. Since the early 70's, her book club met monthly and the group were life-long friends. She was proud to be a member of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers. Kathy was a lover of everything Christmas, decorating her home and bringing in the magic of Christmas. She was a gracious dinner hostess with fresh flowers, china and a beautifully set table. She loved collecting dolls of many varieties. Kathy was beautiful inside and out with a queenly bearing and was gentle, kind and gracious. She will always be loved and immensely missed. Kathy is survived by her one daughter, Jen Williams (Forrest) Peterson, and her seven sons, John (Liz) Williams, Brent Williams, Rich (Natalie) Williams, Rob (Heather) Williams, Scott (Nathalia) Williams, David Williams and Steven Williams. She leaves behind a wonderful posterity of grandchildren, with more to come. She is also survived by one sister, Jill Clarke Harris of St. George, Utah. Her parents; sister, Margaret Clarke Riley; sister, Sybil Clarke Ferguson; and brother, Jack Clarke; all preceeded her in death. We will honor Kathy's life Saturday, November 7, 2020 at 11 A.M. at the Adobe Ward, 2152 E. Adobe Street, Mesa, Arizona. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the service at 10:00 A.M. Kathy will be interred in Spanish Fork City Cemetery, alongside her late husband, Paul Allen Williams. A graveside service will be held for immediate family. Source. ~ ~ ~ ~ HER HUSBAND'S OBITUARY: Paul Allen Williams, 09/12/1937 - 03/28/2013. Paul Allen Williams, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully, Thursday, March 28, 2013 in Gilbert, Arizona after suffering from aplastic anemia at the age of 75. Through years of struggle with rheumatoid arthritis, he is finally free from his earthly pain. He was born in Garfield, Utah on September 12, 1937, but grew up in Spanish Fork, Utah. He is preceded in death by his parents, Allen Berry Williams and Delila Gardner Williams and sister, Helen Ann Pawlowski. Paul married Kathy Clarke on June 24, 1966, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple and they moved to Mesa, Arizona where they raised their large family of one daughter and seven sons. Paul is survived by his wife, Kathryn (Kathy) Clarke Williams and their children, John (Liz) Williams, Brent Williams, Richard (Natalie) Williams, David Williams, Jennifer Peterson (Forrest), Scott (Natalia) Williams, Rob (Heather) Williams, Steven and by their 16 grandchildren. Also surviving are three sisters, LaVon (Richard) Finlinson, Edith (Keith) Barber and Marilyn (Cory) Grua. Paul was dedicated to his family. He was faithful to his heritage and strove to live a life worthy of the blessings he had received from those who had come before. Paul was a strong influence for good in the lives of his children, grandchildren and was a doting grandfather. He was an active and devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served faithfully in many callings. In the last few days of his life, he admonished each family member to keep the commandments. His righteous example and strong testimony will be a heritage to all who knew him. Funeral services were held on Thursday, April 4, 2013, at the LDS Chapel, 2152 E. Adobe Street in Mesa, Arizona. Interment, Spanish Fork City Utah. Source.

Class of 1949. Margaret (Peg) Clarke Riley. Notre Maison, Thespians. She graduated from BYH on May 26, 1949. Source: 1949 BYH Graduation Exercises Program. ~ ~ ~ ~ Daughter of BYH Principal A. John Clarke. Faculty & Staff Early 1950s. Her Parents: Alva John Clarke and Xarissa (Rissa) Merkley, married in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada in 1929. They had four daughters and one son: Margaret “Peg” Clarke Riley [BYH Class of 1949]; Sybil Clarke [BYH Class of 1952~Honorary] (Roger) Ferguson; Jill Clarke [BYH Class of 1954] (Alan) Harris; and Kathryn Clarke [BYH Class of 1961] (Paul) Williams. (See photo of Peg on the Class of 1949 reunions page.) ~ ~ ~ ~ HER OBITUARY: Margaret (Peg) Clarke Riley, 79 of Kearns, Utah, died peacefully in her home after a short illness on March 1, 2011. She was born May 17, 1931 in Magrath, Alberta, Canada to Alva John Clarke and Xarissa Merkley. She married Magellan Edward Riley on June 16th, 1956 in Reno, Nevada. Their marriage was solemnized in the Washington D.C. Temple of The Church of Latter-day Saints in May of 1982. She was proud of all of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and she and delighted in their accomplishments. Just days before she died, she was thrilled to hear that she had a new great grandchild on the way. Peg lived a very full and active life right up until the end. She was active in bowling leagues and attended many national tournaments. She golfed whenever the weather was good. She enjoyed traveling both in the U.S. and abroad. Peg was actively involved in the Red Hat Society. She expressed her wonderful creativity through her oil paintings as well as sewing, knitting, crocheting and decorating for herself and others. Peg graduated from Brigham Young High School in Provo, Utah in the Class of 1949. She attended Brigham Young University as well as the LDS Business School in Salt Lake City. Peg was preceded in death by her husband Ed and her son Peter as well as her parents. Peg is survived by her children John and his wife Lisa of West Jordan, Utah; Elizabeth Kandu (Betsy) and her wife Lee of Tlajomulco de Zuniga, Mexico; Patricia Montana and her husband David of Norcross, Georgia; and Timothy and his wife Charlotte of Lawrenceville, Georgia. She has 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Peg is also survived by her dear friend, Kent Broadhead [BYH Class of 1949]. Peg leaves behind one brother, Jack Clarke of Orem, Utah, and three sisters: Sybil Clarke Ferguson of Scottsdale, Arizona, Jill Clarke Harris of St. George, Utah, and Kathy Clarke Williams of Mesa, Arizona. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 5th, 11:00 a.m. at the LDS Jordan Stake Center, 3750 West 4700 South, West Valley City. [Deseret News, Thursday, March 3, 2011]

Class of 1952 ~ Honorary. Cybil Clarke. Daughter of BYH Principal A. John Clarke. She transferred to Provo High as a sophomore, and graduated there rather than stay at BYH and be the "principal's daughter." Sybil holds a degree in speech and theatre from Northwestern University. Married Roger Ferguson, BYH Class of 1950. On January 17, 1972, Four Star, Inc. was incorporated under the laws of the State of Idaho. All of the stock of Four Star was owned by Roger and Sybil Ferguson and two other shareholders. On March 10, 1972, Roger and Sybil Ferguson purchased all of the stock of Four Star owned by the two other shareholders. In March 1975, the corporate name of Four Star was changed to Diet Center, Inc. (Diet Center). From 1975 to March 31, 1985, Roger Ferguson, Sybil Ferguson, and their son, Michael Ferguson, were president, secretary/treasurer, and executive vice-president of Diet Center, respectively, and those individuals constituted the Board of Directors of Diet Center. American Health Companies, Inc. (AHC), was incorporated under the laws of the State of Delaware on March 8, 1983. On or about April 1, 1985, AHC acquired, through a series of corporate transactions, Diet Center, which, theretofore, had been wholly owned by petitioners Roger and Sybil Ferguson and their five children, including petitioner Michael Ferguson. AHC, through franchises operating under the name of Diet Center, provided weight loss and diet counseling services and marketed a variety of vitamins, minerals, and food products. Operate the Roger and Sybil Ferguson Charitable Foundation. Book: THE DIET CENTER COOKBOOK by Sybil Ferguson, Copyright 1986 by Diet Center, Inc.; published by Simon and Schuster, New York. With color photographs by Simon Metz. ISBN# 0671604457. ----- After Sybil Ferguson lost 56 pounds, her neighbors wanted to learn her secrets. A support group began to meet each morning to discuss their weight-loss experiences and to encourage one another. Sybil latched onto this successful support-group idea and franchised it throughout the United States and Canada. The Diet Center, with over $45 million in annual revenues, made a personal dream to lose weight an international weight-loss program. Her Parents: Alva John Clarke and Xarissa (Rissa) Merkley, married in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada in 1929. They had four daughters and one son: Margaret “Peg” Clarke Riley [BYH Class of 1949]; Sybil Clarke [BYH Class of 1952~Honorary] (Roger) Ferguson; Jill Clarke [BYH Class of 1954] (Alan) Harris; and Kathryn Clarke [BYH Class of 1961] (Paul) Williams.

Class of 1943. Pauline Claudin. Pauline married Jack G. Linde. ~ ~ ~ ~ HER OBITUARY: Pauline C. Linde, age 86, died October 18, 2011. She was born October 16, 1925, the daughter of C. O. and Ruby A. Claudin. She married Jack Linde September 29, 1944. They were the parents of Larry Linde, Claudine Linde Rogers, Steven Linde (deceased), and Cheri Linde Schuyler. She is also survived by a sister, Maxcine LeSueur and a brother Bill Claudin and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all of whom adored her. Friends may visit with the family Friday, October 21, 2011 from 6 until 8 p.m. at the Berg Mortuary of Provo, 185 East Center Street. There will be no funeral service. The family requests that in lieu of flowers those who desire make a contribution to their favorite charity. Condolences may be sent to the family at info@bergmortuary.com. You have been a great and loving mother and wife and we love you dearly. [Provo Daily Herald, Thursday, October 20, 2011]

Board of Trustees, 1939 to 1944. Rudger Clawson was born March 12, 1857 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Hiram Bradley Clawson and Margaret Gay Judd. Raised as a member of the Church, he was called to several leadership positions, most notable of which were as an Apostle on October 10, 1898, Second Counselor to Lorenzo Snow October 6, 1901, and President of the Twelve beginning March 17, 1921. Meanwhile he found time to marry three times and father eleven children. He first married Martha Ann Dinwoody 1882; later practiced plural marriage; eleven children. Rudger Clawson was the first member of the Church to be prosecuted under the infamous Edmund's Law. His jury was composed of twelve non-Mormons, although Utah at the time was more than nine-to-one Latter-day Saint. Lydia Spencer, another one of his wives, refused to be sworn and was herself committed to the penitentiary in an attempt to force her to testify. Ultimately Rudger was convicted in an unconstitutional ex-post facto application of the law. As a result of his conviction he was subjected to a fine of $500 and the harsh sentence of three years and six months to a federal penitentiary, for which he had donated $1000 to its construction. He was pardoned in 1887 by President Grover Cleveland, which cut only four months off his sentence. Rudger Clawson died June 21, 1943 in Salt Lake City, Utah, well beloved and respected by throughout the Church.

Class of 1959. Steve Clawson. Basketball, Lettermen, Model U.N., Y'ld Cat Newspaper, Festival Play, Best Actor, Senior Medal, Boys' State, Radio Reporter, Chorus, Quill & Scroll. ~ ~ ~ ~ In August 2009, address is: Fuglebakkevej 92 2/2 2000 Frederiksberg, Copenhagen, Denmark. ~ ~ ~ ~ Alternate email address: rsmbclawson@live.com ~ ~ ~ ~ BYU Motion Picture Studios, 1971-1976. LDS Church Temple Department, 1976-1992. Had charge of all Temple film materials and language recordings for the Temple ceremonies. Retired 2007. Have traveled from January 07 to July 2009. Most recently lived for nine months in South and Eastern Europe. Come visit us in Copenhagen -- we are a 15-minute walk from the Copenhagen Temple, and an 8-minute drive to see the original Christus statue. You are all welcome to vist. My Love to You All. R. Steve Clawson. @2009 ~ ~ ~ ~ Re: 2010 All Classes Reunion: Larry, Thanks for the information about the general get together of those graduating from BYH. I graduated in 1959 and our class just had our 50th. But as I live in Copenhagen, Denmark I missed that on and as of this moment I will not be in the States this September. We just got back from a five-day visit. But I would like for you to give out the word that we would love to have any and all come to visit us here. We do not have a big Condo but we can handle visitors and quests. We had 12 for lunch last Sunday, many were tourists, mostly from the States. We do hope that all goes well and please let us know of all that is happening. Thanks for you initiative and all your good work. All the Best. Steve og Marion Clawson, Fuglebakkevej 92 2-2, 2000 Frederiksberg (Copenhagen, Denmark) 45 38 34 68 34, phone. @July2010

Class of 1914. Ann C. Clayson. She received a BYH Normal Certificate in 1914. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 8, page 352.

Class of 1941. Beth Clayson. Student Newspaper Staff. Wildcat Yearbook Staff. Opera. Fauvines, Secretary-Treasurer. School Play. Notre Maison. Forensics. Girls' Athletic Association. ~ ~ ~ ~ HER OBITUARY: Beth Clayson Strong, 83, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2007, surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 21, 1923, in Ogden, Utah. She attended preschool through high school at the BYU Training School and Brigham Young High School on the BYU Lower Campus. She then went on to graduate from BYU in 1945, with degrees in Speech, Business and Secondary Education. Beth belonged to several clubs and sororities including the Mask Club and Theta Alpha Phi. While in the Mask Club, she studied with Katherine Pardoe. After graduation she began her teaching career at Safford High in Arizona. Eventually she transferred to Farrer Jr. High in Provo. She married Robert Q. Strong on August 5th, 1949. She continued teaching until she began her family in 1951. After raising her four daughters, she returned to teach at Farrer Jr. High. Beth was a masterful teacher and her enthusiasm inspired all four of her daughters to become teachers. Beth was a member of the Literatae Club where she enjoyed her friends and monthly luncheons. Beth's great love was her family, and she will be missed greatly by all. Beth is survived by her husband Robert; her daughters: Lesley Strong [BYH Classes of 1968 and 1969] (Tom) McLaughlin; Carol Strong [BYH Class of 1971] Lowe; Diane Strong [BYH Class of 1972] (Larry) Krause; Jeanne Strong [BYH Class of 1975] (Mark) Schaerrer; and by a step-son, Robert A. (Lynn) Strong; 12 grandchildren, 6 great- grandchildren and baby Cher on the way. Beth was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse A. and Agnes Richins Clayson; her step-mother, Myrtle McEwan Clayson, and by her uncle, John W. Richins. Funeral services were held Monday, March 26, 2007 in Provo. Interment, Provo City Cemetery. [Provo Daily Herald, March 23-25, 2007.]

Class of 1915. Lillian Clayson [Booth]. She received a BYH Normal Certificate in 1915. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 8, page 375. ~ ~ ~ ~ Lillian Clayson was born on November 30, 1894 in Lake Shore, Utah. Her parents were Eli James Clayson and Ann Elizabeth Hawkins Clayson. Lillian married twice: First, to Wayne Chipman Booth on June 18, 1919; and second, to Ray Davis on December 29, 1959. Lillian Clayson Booth Davis died on March 21, 1967.

Collegiate Grad of BYU, Class of 1925. Merrill D. Clayson. He received a BS Degree in Agronomy in 1925. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 10, page 314.

Class of 1920. Min Clayson. She received a BYH Normal Certificate in 1920. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 10, page 314.

Class of 1912. Susan E. Clayson. She received a BYH Normal Diploma in 1912. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 6, page 463.

Class of 1923. Zina Clayton [Brockbank]. She received a BYH Normal Diploma in 1923. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 10, page 366. ~ ~ ~ ~ Zina Elizabeth Clayton was born on December 6, 1901 in American Fork, Utah. Her parents were Eli James Clayson and Ann Elizabeth Hawkins Clayson. Zina married Allen Grant Brockbank on June 7, 1928 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Zina Clayton Brockbank died on July 1, 1991 in Salt Lake City, Utah. ~ ~ ~ ~ HER OBITUARY: Zina Elizabeth Clayson Brockbank, age 89, died July 1, 1991 in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was born on December 6, 1901 in American Fork, Utah, a daughter of Eli James Clayson and Ann Elizabeth Hawkins Clayson. She graduated from Brigham Young High School in 1923. She married Dr. Allen Grant Brockbank on June 7, 1928 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She taught school in American Fork and Heber. She received her BS Degree from BYU in 1947. She served an LDS mission in the California Mission. She was an active member of the LDS Church and served in many ward and stake auxiliary positions. She served 22 years on the Primary General Board and was a Provo LDS Temple worker for eight years. She had been active in community affairs; President Thalian and Sorosis Literary Clubs, Silver Slipper Dinner - Dance Club, and also Provo District and Utah State Dental Auxiliaries. Zina's greatest joy in life has been her family, friends and church service. She is survived by her husband of Provo; two sons, Dr. Grant Clayson Brockbank [BYH Class of 1949] and wife Joan, Salt Lake City; Dr. Allen Brent Brockbank [BYH Class of 1955], Hollister, California; 12 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one brother and three sisters, Lucy Davis, Boise, Idaho; Lourena May Benson, Preston, Idaho; Eli Karl Clayson and wife Beulah, Provo; Mrs. John Farr (Ann) Larson, Salt Lake City. Funeral services were held on Friday, July 5, 1991 at the Berg Drawing Room Chapel, Provo. Interment, Provo City Cemetery. [Deseret News, Wednesday, July 3, 1991.] ~ ~ ~ ~ HER HUSBAND'S OBITUARY: Allen Grant Brockbank died Oct. 1, 1998 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was born Sept. 13, 1903 in Spanish Fork, Utah County, Utah, the seventh child of Joseph and Emma Jane McKell Brockbank. He married Zina Elizabeth Clayson [BYH Class of 1923], June 7, 1928 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She died July 1, 1991. He attended public schools in Spanish Fork, and Brigham Young University for one semester. In 1923 he entered the University of Southern California College of Dentistry. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree June 4, 1927. Allen practiced in American Fork, Spanish Fork, and Provo, Utah for 50 years, 5 months, and 10 days. He was a member of American Fork Lions Club; President of Spanish Fork Kiwanis Club - President of Provo Timpanogos Knife and Fork Club; President of Silver Slipper Dancing Club; President of Provo District Dental Society, and member of the Utah State Board of Dental Examiners for four years. He was also a member of the LTDA & ADA. He was an active High Priest in the LDS Church. He served as Aaronic Priesthood Leader, Senior Pres. of Seven Presidents of 50th Quorum of Seventies. Allen was a counselor in two stake presidencies, Stake Patriarch and a Sealer in the Provo Temple for 7 1/2 years. He is survived by sons: Dr. Grant Clayson (Joan) Brockbank [BYH Class of 1949] of Salt Lake City; Dr. A. Brent (the late Kathryn Taylor) Brockbank [BYH Class of 1955] of Hollister California; 12 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Allen was preceded in death by parents, brothers: Archibald, John Ross, Robert, Austin, and sisters: Emma, Hazel and Mary. Funeral services were held Thursday, October 8, 1998 at the Monument Park 3rd Ward, 2215 Roosevelt Ave., Salt Lake. Interment: Provo City Cemetery. [Deseret News, Tuesday, October 6, 1998.]