PRICE - Naomi Muhlestein Anderson, age, 94, passed away Aug. 29, 2010 and returned to the loving arms of our Heavenly Father after battling Alzheimers for the last 5 years. Naomi was born Oct. 1, 1915 in Provo to Ephraim Ammon and Lillie Alvey Muhlestein. She was the first of nine children. She married Nephi Walter Anderson, Oct. 25, 1937. They were later sealed in the Manti LDS Temple. Their marriage of 62 years was one of love and devotion.
She was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in various callings. Including many years as Relief Society President. Naomi and Walt served over six years in the Manti LDS Temple. Naomi was the ultimate homemaker and hostess. She spent a lifetime developing and sharing hobbies: gardening, sewing, canning, cooking (special concoctions) and dancing. Naomi used these skills as she taught 4-H for several years. She also participated in and judged state fair events. Walt and Naomi loved to dance and belonged to Dansante as well as enjoying square dancing.
She is survived by her son: Dennis (Donna) Anderson; seven grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; sisters: Donna Truscott, Joy (Dan) Higbee, Lillie (Gareth) Peterson; brothers: Arnold (Dorothy) Muhlestein, Ray (Joyce) Muhlestein; sister-in-law: Lillie Muhlestein.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband Nephi Walter Anderson; three infant children: James, Wayne, and Lester; grandson Glen Scott Anderson; brothers: Grant Muhlestein, Lester Muhlestein; sister Jean Thorp; brother-in-law Bud Truscott.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010 at noon at Fausett Mortuary Chapel (680 E. 100 S., Price.) There will be a viewing on Wednesday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. prior the services at the mortuary. Interment will be in the Price City Cemetery. Services are in the care of Fausett Mortuary. Friends and family may sign the guestbook and share memories of Naomi at www.fausettmortuary.com.
