Esther Ruth Smith Heaton

Esther Ruth Smith Heaton 1928 - 2022 Our beloved angel Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, Sister, Aunt and Friend returned home to her Heavenly Father peacefully on October 21, 2022 at Spring Gardens in Lindon, UT at age 94. She was welcomed on the other side by her sweet heart LeRoy Cox Heaton, parents, siblings and others. Mother enjoyed the simple things. Her passion showed through her love, kindness, generosity and selflessness. She was an amazing spiritual woman who endured many challenges through strength and perseverance. She was very dedicated to her family, friends and neighbors, showing love and support to lift all around her. Esther Ruth Smith Heaton was born September 14, 1928 to Elias & Ernestine Hansen Smith. She was raised on a farm in Linden, Arizona where she learned to work hard & play even harder when given a chance between chores & school. Farm chores: fed chickens, gathered eggs, milked & fed cows, fed pigs & rode horses. The Smith Farm was called the "Swing High Ranch." Mother loved the beauty all around her. She graduated with honors from Snowflake Union High School in 1945, excelling in anything she did. She went to Logan, UT to live with her sister, Laverne, working at a restaurant. She met Daddy at a football game, later to become the Love of her Life! At the ballgame Daddy's leg was in a cast and when game concluded, he needed assistance. Mother realized that Daddy required help negotiating the stairs. Love blossomed and this duet was married on August 8, 1946 in the Logan Temple. After inspecting some beehives which were plugged full, they had to forego a honeymoon to extract honey…by the light of the moon…hence their 'Honey Moon'. After being married 5 months, Mother bid farewell to her sweetheart who served a mission to the Eastern States. Mother was a faithful and devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She loved the Lord with all her heart and desired to serve Him by her example. Esther Ruth is the Matriarch of 6 children, 37 grandchildren, 108 great-grandchildren & 12 great great-grandchildren….plus all the In-Loves. Mother is survived by her 6 children: RuLea Brooksby Taggart, Linda Berrett, Lyle (Patti) Heaton, Dale (Marlene} Heaton, Gary (Sandy) Heaton and Shaun (Angie) Heaton. Mother is our foundation and we are her most treasured blessings. Her favorite color was Red & favorite Hymn…"Have I Done Any Good in the World Today?" Mother was blessed to have made so many lifelong friends whom she loved and cherished. Mother was preceded in death by her sweetheart & eternal companion, her parents and 7 siblings, as well as sons-in-law, Victor Brooksby, Bryan Taggart and Sherrell Berrett, and 4 grandchildren, Doug Bench, Randy, Willie & Ryan Brooksby. As a family, we express our heartfelt gratitude for all who were a part of Mother's loving care at Spring Gardens in Lindon, UT, Yarrow Hospice Care, and Premier Funeral Services. We appreciate your great kindness!! Funeral services will be 11:00 am, Saturday, October 29, 2022 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints chapel located at 545 South 800 East, Orem, Utah where a viewing will be Friday evening, October 28, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm and Saturday prior to services from 9:00 am to 10:30 am. Interment will be at the Orem City Cemetery. ZOOM LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82052002818?pwd=QTRwU3ArdkZmdDZ4K0R4ckJPdHNPdz09

Esther Ruth Smith Heaton

September 14, 1928 - October 23, 2022