IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Calvin Junior

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Jewkes

May 31, 1924 – May 29, 2011

Obituary

Ivins, Utah - Calvin Junior Jewkes, age 86, passed away at home May 29, 2011. He was born May 31,1924 in Kenilworth, Utah to Andrew Calvin and Viola Jewkes. Cal, mostly known as Junior, was raised in Kenilworth, Utah where he met and married his eternal companion Betty June Manchester March 9,1947. They were later sealed in the Manti LDS Temple. Cal graduated from Carbon High School in 1942 and attended the University of Utah, receiving a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering. He spent most of his career at Hill Air Force Base working on the design and improvement of the landing gear for Air Force Jets. He served honorably in the United States Army during World War II, where he was awarded the purple heart. Cal always had a love of sports. He spent countless hours playing a variety of sports and watching his children and grandchildren play. Music was an important part of Cal's life. His love for music equaled his talents. He played trumpet, sang and loved to share his talents with others. He enjoyed playing in dance bands throughout his early life. Cal, following the passing of Betty, married Jane Johnson and moved to Ivins, Utah. Jane and her family were a great source of love, joy and support to Cal. Following Jane's passing, Cal remained in Ivins where he loved the climate and enjoyed his friends and family. Cal was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was a true follower of Christ. His life was an example of love and service. He was a loving, caring husband and father. He is survived by his son, Steven H. Jewkes and wife Jennette, Kaysville, Utah; daughter Vicki Yurth, Bountiful, Utah; six grandchildren and three great grandchildren; his brother Ronald Jewkes and his wife Norine, Kenilworth, Utah. Funeral services will beheld Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at the Red Cliffs LDS 8th Ward Chapel, 625 East Center Street, Ivins, Utah. A visitation will be held Saturday, prior to services at 1:00 p.m. at the Chapel. Interment will be held Monday, June 6, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at the Kaysville City Cemetery in Kaysville, Utah. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Metcalf Mortuary, 435-673-4221.
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