Orval Niel Skousen, 63, of Payson, Utah passed away following an extended illness on Saturday, November 9, 2019 in Payson, Utah. Niel was born August 22, 1956 in Mesa, Arizona to Orval Niels Skousen and Vonda Andersen Skousen.
He married his eternal sweetheart, MaryAnn Davidson, on July 7, 1978 in Mesa, Arizona. He was a loving husband, supportive father, fun grandpa, and a cherished son and brother. His family was his greatest joy and they made so many wonderful memories together.
Niel received his bachelor’s degree from BYU and was employed as an Information Security Specialist and for the Department of Engineering. He most recently worked for Navarro.
A dedicated member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he served a mission in Japan, and in many callings throughout his life, including in a Bishopric.
Niel served as a volunteer in the Boy Scouts of America for 26 years, shaping the lives of many boys as they grew into men. He lived the Boy Scout motto, and was always prepared. He was a Ham Radio operator and taught camping and survival skills.
He is survived by his wife MaryAnn; children, James (Sadie), of Greeley, CO, Joseph (Christa), Fruit Heights, UT, Ryan (Jackie), Sterling VA, Melinda (Jorge Perez), Santaquin, UT, Jacob, of St. George, UT; and 14 grandchildren with one more on the way . He is also survived by his parents, Orval Niels and Vonda Skousen; and his siblings, Gale (Theresa) Skousen, Thomas (Christie) Skousen, Marsha (Lane) Johnson, Doreen (Mark) Robinson, Alice (Brad) Peterson, Vondie (Ron) Teichert, Katrina (Bruce) Gabbitas, and Colleen (Shane) Sykes.
Niel was preceded in death by an infant son, Danny.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 16, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the East Chapel located at 482 West 1400 South, Payson, Utah. Interment will be in the Payson City Cemetery.
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