Anita lived a life full of energized service, earning her the nickname “The Energizer Bunny.” She rose to and exceeded any challenge presented. Anita will be remembered for her welcoming smile, warm laughter, and dedication to callings in Sunday School, Relief Society, Young Women, and especially her beloved Primary in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Anita also loved her many years of service as a Temple Worker at the Jordan River Temple. Her love, devotion, and testimony were felt and will be remembered by many.
Family was her #1 priority, with words of encouragement, cheerleading at every event, Sunday family meals, many wienie roasts, sewing projects, and as much travel as possible.
She was a vital part of Brock’s Produce and spent many summers planting, harvesting, and selling farm fresh vegetables at three West Valley road-side stands. Many young people in the area got her autograph on their first paychecks.
After a years-long battle with dementia, Anita departed this mortal existence June 8, surrounded by her family. Anita is survived by her devoted husband of 54 years, Fred; sons Greg (Pixie), Shane W; daughters Kristin Haroldsen (Cory), and Ashley; brothers Larry (Carol), Rendell (Yvonne); sisters Carol (Paul), Susan (David), Marla, sister-in-law Sherrie, and her six “amazing” grandchildren: Zach, Anika, Brisa, Paislee, Tabitha, and Lorelai. She is now reunited with her son Thomas Lynn “Tommy”, father Lawrence Clark Etherington, mother Marianne Elisabeth Arlt, grandson Robert “Robbie” Haroldsen, and brother Robert “Bob” Etherington.
The family would like to thank Valeo Home Health and Hospice for all the love, care, and support they shared with us these last months. Angie, Jolene, Dave, Lisa, and Kelly, your care and comfort made our journey through this challenging time survivable. The care and attention you gave made you honorary members of our family.
A viewing will be held Sunday, June 13 at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 W 4100 S, West Valley City, UT from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Services will be held Monday, June 14 at the Jordan North 2nd Ward Building: 4270 South Falcon Street, West Valley City, UT with a viewing from 10:00 – 10:45 am, Family Prayer from 10:45 – 11:00 am, and funeral at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at the Valley View Memorial Park.
