Ivan Jay Kartchner

BACK ON THE TRAIL
Beloved father and grandfather, was called home September 16th, 2008 at the age of 85. He was born November 19, 1922 in Midvale, Utah to Arza and Ada Kartchner. Our Pappy was a true "Cowboy and Outdoorsmen." He loved horseback riding and camping. His passions in life were his children and getting them all together for a trail ride. He was a successful business owner of Beehive Furniture and Carpet Cleaners. He was well loved and liked by everyone who knew him. Dad was also a faithful member of the LDS church.
He is survived by brother: Marlo (Eleanor); sisters: Virginia and Fern; his children: Raymond (Sandy), Leslie "Bud" (Sandy), Roderick, Junada (Travis), Kandy (Dan), Jaylene (Steve), Kayla (Blaine), and Adam Jared A.J.; Tamira (Ex-wife); 19 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, 8 sisters and ex-wives: Helen, June and Arlene.
We would like to thank Dr. Gina Cox for her dedicated care of our father. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at the Elk Run Chapel, 3610 South 8400 West. Viewing from 11a.m. to 12:45. Interment at Redwood Memorial Estates.