Lois (Christensen) Romero Obituary (1922

Lois C Romero returned home to her Heavenly Father March 24, 2016, in Tooele Utah. She was born in Moroni, UT. to Hans and Fontella Christensen on August 22, 1922. She went to high school in Moroni, UT. She achieved certificates in typing, accounting and bookkeeping. She then met and married her sweetheart Richard Romero at the age of 21; they were married in Salt Lake City, Utah on May 29, 1941, and then solemnized their marriage in the LDS Jordan River Temple in 1984. Together they had 5 children and built their home in Tooele, UT. Lois was a wonderful mother and homemaker until her children were raised and then took a job at Tooele Army Depot until she retired at the age of 65. Lois loved to crochet, quilt, and sew. She spent many hours making quilts, clothes, Afghans for children and grandchildren. Lois loved her family and was a prominent person in their lives. She loved spending time with her family camping, and being outdoors. Lois was a faithful member of the Tooele 17th ward. She served in many roles, home teaching being one of her favorites; she loved helping others and spreading the gospel. She is survived by her children: Allen (Adele), Tooele; Larry (Sandy), Rio Vista, CA; Susan Gray (Kay), Stockton, UT. 19 grandchildren, 50+ great/great-great grandchildren. Proceeded in death by her husband Richard; daughter Sherrilyn; son Elvin, Father and Mother, 2 sisters, 3 brothers, a granddaughter and 2 great grandsons. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday March 30, 2016 at 10 a.m. at the Tooele 17th LDS Ward Chapel, 132 North 570 East, Tooele. A viewing will take place on Tuesday March 29, 2016 at Tate Mortuary from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and from 9 â€“ 10 a.m. Wednesday morning at the church. Burial will be held in Moroni, UT. We would like to extend a special thanks to the members of the Tooele 17th ward especially Sisters Luke, Hansen, and Leavitt, and Ellen, Patty, of Canyon Hospice for the loving care they provided to our mother and grandmother. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Lois Jensine (Christensen) Romero please visit our Sympathy Store.