Dawn was born on the bright sunshiny day of April 22,1949. She passed away after a courageous 7-year battle with ovarian cancer, May 17, 2021. Her parents Rulon B Mackay, and Miriam L. Mackay appropriately named her Dawn as throughout her entire life she brought warmth and bright sunshiny rays everywhere she went.

Dawn cherished the time growing up on the family farm where she created life long memories with her parents and siblings.

With her strong work ethic and life skills Dawn developed multiple talents and was very creative. She attended the U of U in their dance program, then graduated from beautician school. Her clientele included most of Granger and they all became fast friends. She served many their entire lives.

During her life she was an athletic director, a winner of many tennis awards ranking second for a period of time in the State of Utah, switching to playing golf and was an accomplished artist.

Dawn was married to David Olsen and they had 3 devoted sons. She met Ramon Anderson who swept her off her feet and they were married on Sept 4, 2003, being able to travel this life together these last 17 years.

Dawn loved life and lived it to its fullest. She had a quick wit and a subtle sense of humor. But most importantly Dawn was a great mom, and just adored her 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. She loved to spoil them and always had special activities with unique experiences for each of them. A favorite activity was the dollar store trips along with rides on the golf cart.

She kept a lovely home and beautiful yard; she had a real flair for decorating. Dawn loved riding behind husband Ray on their many Harley bike adventures and vacationing all over the US. She was an excellent hostess. She loved to entertain hosting in her home, enjoying her friends in several groups, serving on the Entrada Ladies Golf Association Board.

Dawn is preceded in death by her parents, brother Dean Mackay, stepson Michael Anderson. She is survived by her husband Ramon Anderson; sons: Troy & Angela Olsen, Travis Olsen, Bronson & Kellie Olsen; Step-children: Sharilyn & Jerry Brull, Doreen & Martin Simpson, Steven & Jamie Anderson, Ashley Anderson; Brothers and sisters: Kay & Austin Burton, Cindy Mackay, Robyn & Kennth Harwood, Wayne & Mignon Mackay. 19 Grandchildren: Troy Ryan Olsen, Bryce Olsen, Caitlin Olsen, Brandon Olsen, Christian Shomer, Jaden Olsen, Brighton Olsen, Madisen Olsen, Gavin Olsen, Gage Olsen, Cadence Olsen, Jake Brull, Katelin Brull, Brooke Simpson, Drew Simpson, Paige Simpson, Dylan Anderson, Megan Anderson, Lydia Vera. 2 Great-grandsons: Parker Lloyd, Eli Glade.

She was met by even more loved ones as she passed to the other side. Her light may have transferred to an even brighter place but her spontaneous influence will continue to illuminate here with her beloved family and all who knew her.

A casual Celebration of Life will be held May 22, 2021 at 11:00 AM in the Church house on the old family farm, 2976 W. Winchester Dr. (4270 S.), West Valley City. She will be laid to rest with her parents in Valley View Memorial Park 4335 West 4100 South WVC, at a later date

The Celebration of Life can be viewed by clicking on the link below.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88164004954?pwd=ZVNvbFRtUU9ncUd0czJCbnMxNDh5QT09

Meeting ID: 881 6400 4954
Passcode: Love