Strata Gem

Tooele Gem & Mineral

July/August 2004

The Presidents Message

We had our rock break at Erla and Jay's on June 5th, about 30 people were there.  Thanks to Larry and Ardith for bring their son, daughter and some grandchildren. It was a nice day and we got about 1300 bags done.

Our next meeting will be at our Steak Fry on August 21st at 5:00 in the afternoon.  Anyone wanting to bring a craft up on their own, come up early and feel free to do them while we visit. The dinner is free to (paid up) club members. Guests will be $6.00 each.  Also, don't forget your plates, silverware and a dish. The club will furnish the meat and pop. So bring a dish for potluck.

At our rock break, Melva Scott brought another beautiful afaghan, we thank her so much. I do hope a club member wins the 2 afaghans she has made. Thanks again.

See you all at the Steak Fry.

Good Luck and Good Health to Everyone

Your President

Ruth Smith

From the Sick Corner

Robyn Hastings had surgery on her arm. We wish her well. 

Lida Elizabeth Chapman

"Together Again"

Lida E. Chapman, age 77, passed away June 15, 2004 at home surrounded by her loving family.  Born August 27, 1926 in Elk City, Oklahoma, daughter of Sharon Samuel and Hazel Olive Rohrer Byerly. She married James E. Chapman on January 1, 1957 in Alamosa, Colorado; he preceded her in death in 1995.

Mom was a retired Telephone Operator. She was also a member of the Tooele Gem & Mineral Society and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She enjoyed spending time with her family.

She is survived by her sons: James C. Chapman, Dennis E. Chapman and David A. Chapman; three grand-children; brother and sisters: Mary R. Enos, Charles S. Byerly, Ellen McCormick and Wanda Negley. She was preceded in death by her husband; brothers, John F. and Benjamin Byerly; and sister, Esther Markham.

Funeral services were held Monday June 21st, 11:00 a.m., at the West Valley 6th Ward, 3963 So. Peachwood (3480 West). Friends and family may visit, Sunday, 6 - 8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road, and Monday at the church, 10 - 10:45 a.m. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park.

Thank you to the club for the flowers, cards & good wishes. The club meant a lot to both my parents.