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1950 East 10600 South, Sandy, Utah 84092Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary
Saturday Mar 15, 2025 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Funeral Service
1950 East 10600 South, Sandy, Utah 84092Larkin Sunset Gardens Chapel
Saturday Mar 15, 2025 11:00 AM
Graveside Services
Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery1950 East 10600 South, Sandy, Utah 84092
Saturday Mar 15, 2025 12:30 PM
John Lewis Platt passed away peacefully Sunday, March 2, 2025 in his home in Herriman, UT at age 89.
He was born in Kanarraville, Utah on March 28, 1935 to parents Walter Lyle Platt and Alice Campbell Platt. John came from a loving family of 7 sisters and 3 brothers.
John met his soon to be wife, Dixie Wilene Williams and forever companion in Salt Lake. They married May 16, 1958, sealed in the Salt Lake Temple May 16, 1972.
John had a love of baseball, spending many hours on the baseball field with his boys and passed the love down to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He enjoyed camping, fishing, and spending time outdoors with family.
John started with Mountain States Casket Company assembling caskets. He quickly worked his way up to owning the company; which he did for over 25 years. He then continued to exceed as a Salesman for the new owner and loved continuing his relationships.
He loved traveling with his best friend, Dixie and other friends he made in the industry.
He is survived by his loving family, 3 boys; Cory (Nancy), Jeff (Wendi), Lynn (Kara); grandchildren, Heidi (Dan), Travis (Laurie), Amelia (Josh), Kristy (Mario), Jason (Jessica), Tina (Rhett), Alyssa (Andrew), Joshua, Amanda (Hayden), Amelia, Miranda, McKennzie and 21 great-grandchildren, and his sister Alice. Preceded in death by his parents, and siblings; Golda, Elmo, Clone, Ruth, Mary, Rocena, Olga, Phyllis, and Walter.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 15 at Larkin Sunset Gardens (1950 E 10600 S Sandy, UT). A viewing will be held from 9:30am-10:30am. Service @11am. Graveside immediately following.
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Guestbook/Condolences
Dear Platt Family,
One of the first people I met starting in the funeral industry in Central Utah in 1978 was John Platt with Mountain States Casket Company. The firm I worked with had a great "working" relationship with John as well and a wonderful friendship with both he and his love, Dixie.
No matter what was going on, John and Dixie always had smiles on their faces and kindness in their hearts...something we all need to aspire to.
My best to the family as you honor the memory of this great man.
Respectfully,
Gary
Cory
So sorry for your loss, Cory. Your dad was such a nice man.
How I miss the visits with your dad when he would come to the mortuary and I always thought it was great that your mom traveled so much with him. It's a nice thing to visualize your folks together again.
It's been such a long time since we last saw you or your dad at Magleby's.
My best to you and your family.
Denise Cook
I only learned of Johns passing today. My sincere sympathy to Johns family and many friends.
Cory , Jeff & Lynn- I just learned of your Dad's passing and wanted to express my condolences- Your Mom and Dad were great friends and I enjoyed the time and friendship we were able to share for over 50 years. Your Dad was a true gentleman and is remembered fondly! Al the best to you and your families.