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Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E 10600 S, Sandy, Utah 84092Wednesday May 29, 2024 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E 10600 S, Sandy, Utah 84092Wednesday May 29, 2024 2:30 PM
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Cottonwood Heights, UT - Vicki passed away on April 15, 2024, at Eisenhower Medical Center, Rancho Mirage, California. She contracted covid and pneumonia and later passed away from a heart attack. She was a truly kind and caring person who now leaves many broken hearts.
She was 77 years old and was born in Murray, Utah to Maurice Warner Evans and Idylle Clarice Jacobson. She married Robert (Bob) Kolan in 1966 and together they have two sons and two grandchildren.
After attending Granite High School, Vicki graduated from the University of Utah, with honors (Cum laude), in 1968 where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. She was an extremely hard worker and practiced nursing for 43 years. She was proud to be one of the guiding forces behind the development of the Cottonwood Hospital’s Center for Women’s Health, one of the first Women’s Centers in the nation. She enjoyed her work as a Labor and Delivery Nurse and cherished the friendships she made from her time at the hospital.
Vicki had many interests including needle work, reading, love of old movies, and a love of cats. She enjoyed playing Mah Jongg, watching the Utah Jazz, Utah Utes, and golf, as well as occasionally playing in a couple’s putters golf match. She supported her husband’s interest in golf, antique cars, and boats. Her favorite car was the 1952 MG- TD, and she enjoyed some great times in this car.
After retiring, a winter home (Winter Quarters) was purchased in Palm Desert, California. Vicki loved this home, the community, the warm winters, and the many activities offered in the area. She joined the Neighbors 4 Neighbors organization, which offers support to the elderly members living in the community. Vicki was a key member of this organization and was able to provide services even when she was not in California. She loved working with and giving back to the members of her community.
Vicki is survived by her husband: Robert (Bob) Kolan, sons: Doug Kolan {Susan wife} and Michael Kolan, grandchildren: Erich Kolan and Alyssa Kolan, and stepbrother: Robert (Bobby) North (Jaci wife).
A viewing will be held on Wednesday May 29, 2024, at Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery, located at 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy, Utah 84092, from 1:00 – 2:00 pm followed by graveside services at 2:30 pm.
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As stars shine, Vicki was an illustrious image here in Sun City Palm Desert. She made her mark by
consistantly showing her expertise , aiding all who needed help and by practicing kindness.
Vicki is sorely missed and praised in this community.
Vicki helped a recently graduated doctor to understand how the labor and delivery suite ran. She was a great source of wisdom and timely advice. To quote Dr. Steve Terry "she raised me from a pup". Her sense of humor got us all through tense times. RIP Vicki
Vicki and Bob were wonderful friends to me personally and to the administration of former governor Mike Leavitt. We got acquainted with them through Bob's work as a senior officer at the Utah Department of Health and Human Services. Vicki and Bob ran a picture framing business as they transitioned into retirement. They framed beautiful memorabilia for the Leavitt administration. A favorite piece was an etching made from remnant Capitol dome copper after the Capitol roof was replaced. She selected a mat and frame that oozed historic copper. Over the years we became good friends. Vicki did framing for me personally. She was imaginative and resourceful. We had great fun channeling our creativity to frame paintings and memorabilia that I treasure. Vicki and Bob would also periodically surprise me with a framed picture of news stories they knew would have meaning to me. She was a wonderful human being who did good everywhere. I always thought that if I needed a nurse she was the nurse I would want to take care of me.
Vicki Kohlan will never be forgotten. When I moved to Sun City in 2019,
Vicki was the person that was assigned by Neighbor 4 Neighbor for my morning call. I always looked forward to hear her pleasant voice. Vicki is a person that will stay in my heart forever. She was always uplifting and pleasant. Vicki loved helping people and her kindness will always be remembered.