Naomi has now completed her mortal mission and after a grand reunion with loved ones, she will now begin her time of joy, rest and peace in the next life. Naomi passed from this life on Nov. 3, 2018 after a wonderful life of almost 93 yrs. Naomi was born on Jan. 15, 1926 to Charles and Lula (Holt) Shepherd in Springville, Utah. She married Richard Louis Adams (Dick) on Nov. 2, 1946. They were sealed in the Manti Temple on Mar. 28, 1951. Together they raised a full house of two daughters and five boys, she also had the added joy of welcoming a step-daughter into her home.
Family was her life and she loved it whenever the family would get together for parties and trips. She also loved making afghans and quilts for families and friends. Survivors include step-daughter Janene (Loel) Dubois, her five sons, Deloy (Linda) Adams, Kevin (Laurie) Adams, Brad (Ann) Adams, Randy (Tammy ) Adams and Kelly (LeaAnn) Adams. Her brother Russell (Sharon) Shepherd brother-in-law Rich Frandsen, son-in-law Vern (Nancy) Pyne, son-in-law Tom (Sunda) Lindsey She left a large posterity with 33 grandchildren, 78 great-grandchildren and 7 great great-grandchildren She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 yrs. Richard and three daughters, Sunda Lindsey, Nancy Pyne, and Mary Theresa who passed away just after birth. She will always be remembered for her ability to never let a frown take over her beautiful smile.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 at 1 p.m. at the Payson Chapel located at 225 South 400 East Payson, Utah. A viewing will be held prior to the service at the chapel from 11 a.m.to 12:30 a.m. Interment will be held at the Springville Evergreen Cemetery. _____________________________________________________
We are grateful for the loving care provided for the past three yrs. by the great staff at the VA Assisted Living Center in Payson and the care also given by A-Plus Hospice.
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