Last Minute Trip to Utah

Matt's Great-Grandma, Stella Canfield Beutler, born September 15, 1907, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at age 101. We were lucky enough to be in the States at this time so we could attend her funeral services.
Great-Grandma was very strong in her faith and had such a sweet spirit about her. I feel very lucky to have lived in Utah for the 3 years we did and really get to know her and listen to her amazing stories. Although her body was failing her, her mind was still very much there and she even had eye surgery done in her 90's so she could continue to read her scriptures and the Ensign. We truly enjoyed our time with her and, most of all, the opportunity Rian had to meet her Great-Great-Grandma :)
Here is a collage of some of her prosperity.

This just amazes me.....to this day, Eden and Stella Beutler had 4 children, 17 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren, and 23 great-great-grandchildren. It puts a smile on my face to know that Stella and Eden are now reunited :)


Although we were only in Utah for a day and a half, we HAD to take the opportunity to see our very, very, good friends, Eric and Andrea, and their new little baby, adorable Maci Jane!