Gary Ahlstrom

Our father, grandfather and friend, James Gary Ahlstrom passed away peacefully at home August 16, 2013 surrounded by his family and friends. Gary was born Dec. 18, 1932 in Salt Lake City, UT to William James Ahlstrom and Myrtle Ann Russell. He served in the military and was stationed in Germany during the Korean War. Upon his return he later married the love of his life, Elsie Koyen on October 14, 1955. They were sealed together in the Provo Temple May 12, 1973. Together they raised five children. Gary was an excellent carpenter by trade, a member of union local 184 and was very proud of his accomplishments. He built several commercial buildings and homes throughout Tooele County, Salt Lake, Nevada and Idaho. He worked for several construction companies through the years, but retired from Culp Construction in 1994 after 32 years. Dad enjoyed being around his family, going places with mom and farming. His door was always open to friends and family who wanted to pop in to chat, have a Pepsi or pull up a chair for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Gary is survived by his five children, Connie Hickman Littlepage (Jim) Tooele, Margie Iverson (Dale) Riverton, John Gary Ahlstrom (Tammy) Caliente, NV, Wiley Jeff Ahlstrom (Kristen) Buckeye, AZ, and Terri Lyn Ahlstrom, Rush Valley, sister in law Patricia Dymock (John), 19 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews whom he cared for and loved very much. He was preceded in death by his wife Elsie, his parents and his brother and sister in law Arlin and Maxine Ahlstrom. Funeral services were held Thurs Aug 22 2013 at the Rush Valley Ward. Interment in the St. John Cemetery. �

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