Completed her earthly existence after fully enjoying a rich and rewarding life of services as a wife, mother and friend. Taught by her parents John and Erma Wilson Berntson to strive for a life based on integrity and honesty. Instilled her love of reading, learning and sports. Grew up in the Parleys area of Salt Lake City. Enjoyed skating and skiing. Became a dedicated tennis player and golfer. Graduated from the University of Utah with a double major. Active in every aspect of student life including AWS, Delta Gamma, Mortar Board, Owl & Key and the Beehive Honor Society. Capped her collegiate experience as valedictorian. Remained a support of her alma mater the rest of her life. Married Marvin J. Ashton, a tennis player. Continued to play tennis together for decades. Had a deep affection and commitment to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day. Served in many potions including the Relief Society General Board. Was a dedicated and untiring supporter of her husband's duties and travels as a member of the Council of the Twelve. Traveled to hundreds of countries. Consistently trying to make a positive difference in the lives of those she touched even though she didn't always agree with their beliefs or behavior. Survived by four children and their spouses: John and Linda Ashton, Jonne and Dale Wheadon, Steve and Wendy Ashton, Janice and Leif Sorensen and daughter-in-law Patty Ashton, 18 grandchildren and ever growing number of great grandchildren, four sisters: Phyllis McMullin, Dorothy Watkiss, Margaret Davis and Betty Olsen.
Completed her earthly existence after fully enjoying a rich and rewarding life of services as a wife, mother and friend. Taught by her parents John and Erma Wilson Berntson to strive for a life based on integrity and honesty. Instilled her love of reading, learning and sports. Grew up in the Parleys area of Salt Lake City. Enjoyed skating and skiing. Became a dedicated tennis player and golfer. Graduated from the University of Utah with a double major. Active in every aspect of student life including AWS, Delta Gamma, Mortar Board, Owl & Key and the Beehive Honor Society. Capped her collegiate experience as valedictorian. Remained a support of her alma mater the rest of her life. Married Marvin J. Ashton, a tennis player. Continued to play tennis together for decades. Had a deep affection and commitment to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day. Served in many potions including the Relief Society General Board. Was a dedicated and untiring supporter of her husband's duties and travels as a member of the Council of the Twelve. Traveled to hundreds of countries. Consistently trying to make a positive difference in the lives of those she touched even though she didn't always agree with their beliefs or behavior. Survived by four children and their spouses: John and Linda Ashton, Jonne and Dale Wheadon, Steve and Wendy Ashton, Janice and Leif Sorensen and daughter-in-law Patty Ashton, 18 grandchildren and ever growing number of great grandchildren, four sisters: Phyllis McMullin, Dorothy Watkiss, Margaret Davis and Betty Olsen.
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