Sheldon Thompson Quarnberg passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, January 3, 2015 after spending a special day with his beloved wife and children.

Sheldon was born to Archie Vivian Quarnberg and Fern Thompson Quarnberg on June 7, 1924 in Scipio, Utah.

He attended elementary school in Scipio and graduated from Millard High School.

Sheldon married his lifelong sweetheart Beulah Monroe on September 12, 1946. Their marriage was solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple March 5, 1965.

Sheldon served in the U.S. Navy during World War II as a Gunners Mate Third Class on the USS Preston. His military service was from November 1943 to March 1946. During his honorable service he received the Bronze Star with “V” device.

Sheldon loved working on his family farm as a boy and continued to farm and ranch up until a few years ago. He took great pride in his purebred Herford cattle and was a member of the American Herford Associate. He worked many years for Cache Valley Breeders Association and worked on several ranches as a result of his work with CVBA. He also worked various construction jobs and for the Utah Department of Transportation.

Sheldon loved playing baseball and played on several teams that traveled throughout the state. He always reflected on the great memories and friends he made while playing baseball.

He was an active member and former President of the Scipio Riding Club and spent many hours being a cowboy. In addition he volunteered many hours at the Scipio Arena for its annual rodeo and riding club events.

Sheldon was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He and Beulah served a mission at Cove Fort. He also served on the Scipio Town Council.

He loved spending every possible minute with Beulah, his children and his grandchildren. They truly were the light of his life.

Sheldon is survived by his wife Beulah, daughter Sherma Turner (Marvin) Venice, sons Kasey (Mary Ann) Lindon, Jon (Kathy C) Annabella , Jan (Kathy R) Annabella, Matt (Kara) South Weber, brother Farrell (Sandy) Fillmore, 13 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Vivian Quarnberg, Colleen Memmott and granddaughter Tana Quarnberg.

At this time the family would like to express their gratitude to all of Sheldon and Beulah’s dear friends and family members that have always been willing to stop in for a Pepsi and a treat. Also the family would like to express their deepest thanks to At Home Health Care of Salina for their loving care of Sheldon.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Jan. 7th at 1:00 PM at the Scipio Church. Viewings, both of which will be held at the Scipio Church will be Tuesday, Jan. 6th from 6:00-8:00 PM and Wednesday, Jan. 7th from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM.

Funeral services are under the direction of Rasmussen Mortuary, online guest book at www.rasmussenmortuary.com