Ellen "Rose" Turpin - Walker Funeral Home

Ellen Rose Turpin passed away peacefully November 8, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. Rose was born December 23, 1942, in Price, Utah, to Earl Harrison Jenkins and Ellen Ruby Jenkins, and was the fourth eldest of twelve children. She cherished her time working at Mountainland Head Start in Administration as a teacher and mentor for over thirty years.

As Matriarch of the family, Rose was like the thread in a quilt that kept the family stitched together with love. She was devoted to her family and her door was always open to anyone.

Organizing and preparing for the yearly Family Reunion was one of her many joys in life. She spent hours making beautiful quilts and gathering prizes for bingo, the gift exchange, and the raffle. She also loved baking, cooking, and made the most wonderful homemade Christmas candy that will be greatly missed. She relished taking the backroads through the fields reminiscing about old times. Rose took pride in her flowers and arranging her garden decorations each summer.

Most of all, Rose was an amazing example of Christlike love for her family and was an Angel on Earth who has truly earned her wings. We will miss her immensely, until we meet again.

Rose is survived by her sons Craig (Marilee) VanAusdal, Shayne (Tracy) VanAusdal; siblings, Ed (Suzanne) Jenkins, Nancy (Ken) Rhodes, Kenneth Jenkins, Michael (Sherry) Jenkins, Sigurd Olson, Russell (Laurie) Jenkins, Jerry (Heidi) Jenkins; and many grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Ellen Jenkins; her sons, Earl Lynn, Timothy, and Chet VanAusdal; and her siblings, Pete Jenkins, Oliver Jenkins, Martin Jenkins, and David Jenkins.

A visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, November 12, 2021, at Walker Funeral Home, 587 South 100 West, Payson, Utah 84651. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 13, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Mountain View 7th Ward building, 681 East 500 North, Payson, Utah 84651. Prior to the service, there will be a visitation starting at 9:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in Payson City Cemetery, 400 North 800 East, Payson, Utah 84651.

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Rosemary Warner says

November 10, 2021 at 12:22 am

To the Children and siblings of Rose. I remember her well as I do her siblings. She grew up in the 3rd ward. My mother Jeane Lundholm was your Great grandma friend. I spent a lot of time in that home. I really didn’t see Rose around the house. But, your Great Grandma talked about them all. My condolences to all of you.

Judy Henline says

November 10, 2021 at 10:21 pm

Rose was my friend and coworker. I have many fond memories of going to lunch with Rose and Marie Olsen. She was the best mother and loved her children very much. I wish we would have stayed in touch after Marie died. I am sure you all have wonderful memories of Rose. She was a gift.

Marsha Steggell says

November 11, 2021 at 6:41 pm

Rose, I love you now and always. We have been friends since you taught Justin at Grant School in Springville. Your an amazing women, friendly, smart, always there to help others and not think of yourself. You have blessed my life more than once just by being who you were. I will miss you Rose with all my heart ❤ thank you for never changing who you were no matter how things around you changed. I love you sweet lady. I wish I could be there 😔 just know how your in my prayers and love to your boys.

Marsha Steggell

Marilyn Nichols says

November 12, 2021 at 7:09 am

Sending my love and prayers to Rose’s family. Rose touched so many lives and gave so much love. I learned so much about compassion and caring as I worked with Rose at Head Start. Rose loved her family so much. I know how hard it will be for you to be without her but I also know that she left you bucket loads of love and wonderful memories to hang on to. Dear sweet Rose, you were so loved and will be missed.

Tyson says

November 12, 2021 at 10:08 pm

You were a great Aunt. I miss you

Glenna Muirbrook says

November 13, 2021 at 1:01 am

Oh,my Rose!! I was a co-worker at Head Start for 15 years. I have so much love for her. She truly loved her family and everyone around her. She was a really hard worker and put the rest of us to shame! Remember all the things she taught each of you. And, remember you will see her again! Oh my sweet Rose , I will miss you!

Ashley says

November 13, 2021 at 6:15 pm

Rose wa my preschool teacher over 30 years ago. She is the only teacher I remember bcuz she was my favorite. She is also my Aunt (Vanausdal). Rest In Peace Miss Rose…..

Jenet Grill says

November 14, 2021 at 3:47 am

I am so sorry to read about your dear mom’s passing. Rose was always such a wonderful person. She was fun and helpful. She was always to kind to my family. My prayers are with you.

Ellen “Rose” Turpin December 23, 1942 - November 8, 2021

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8 Condolences for Ellen “Rose” Turpin