Stanley Levern Morgan

Stanley Levern Morgan, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, military veteran, and pillar of his church community, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2024, at the age of 89.

Born in Richville, Utah, on March 24, 1935, to Leonard Levern Morgan and Katie Watts Morgan, Stan built his life around serving others. He proudly served his country for a collective 27 years in the Marine Corps, the Air Force, and the National Guard, attaining the rank of Senior Master Sergeant. He held many roles in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where his faith and dedication were an inspiration to all who knew him. He was a constant beacon in the lives of his family, ever-present for his adoring wife, LuJean Morgan (Despain), their five children, Lee, Linda (Ron), Patty (Jeff), Jackie (Kelly), and Clay (Julie), and his 67 grand-, great-, and great-great-grandchildren.

Stan was a loving husband to his wife and dream girl, LuJean Despain, whom he married at the Laie Temple in Oahu, Hawaii while he was stationed there. The two spent nearly every moment together and can now reunite to share eternity together.

Stan’s unwavering service was matched only by the calm, kind spirit he shared with those around him. Beneath his polished exterior—pressed shirt, combed hair, or maybe a sharp fedora—Stan had a light, easy laugh, a warm smile, and was always quick with a joke (whether corny or clever).

Stan had many jobs throughout his life, from radar technician to air traffic controller and even dump-truck driver, but in his free time, Stan was a master woodworker. He spent countless hours honing, sanding, and polishing pens, bowls, and other beautiful wooden pieces. And like so many other parts of himself, Stan gave these mementos away for lucky recipients to cherish for a lifetime. Stan was also an avid reader, a lover of puzzles, crosswords, and Western movies (anything with John Wayne), and a fan of his personal hero, Charlton Heston. Stan loved classical music and was a lifetime violinist who passed his talent on to his family.

Stan is preceded in death by his wife, LuJean Morgan, and his sister, Betty Fern Morgan Anderson and his brother Jerry R. Morgan (Karen), as well as his siblings-in-law, Norma and Keith Hansen, Edwina Archer, Sharon and Genevieve Despain, and Weston Despain. He’s survived by his brothers Clyde Morgan and Robert H. Morgan, and his siblings-in-law Warren Archer, Charlene Despain, Ron and Ardeen “Dee” Simmons, his sons and daughters, as well as his many grand- and great-grandchildren.

Stan’s life was a testament to his unwavering faith, his dedication to service, and his love for his family and community. He’ll be remembered as a craftsman and musician, a service member and a father, but most importantly, as a giving and humble man of faith.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests taking your family to breakfast at your favorite spot in honor of Stan's memory.

Viewing and funeral services will be held for Stan at the LDS Stake Center located at 9880 South, 3100 East.

Viewing - Friday, August 23, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM & Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Service - Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 11:00 AM.

To watch a recording of the service, please click on the tab above that says "Watch Service" or follow this link:
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