Verdell Chamberlain
February 12, 1951 - July 19, 2014
Verdell passed away July 19, 2014 at home with his wife by his side after a battle with cancer. He was born on February 12, 1951 to Roland and Vivin Chamberlain. Verdell grew up in Orderville, Utah. Married his soul mate Mary Johnson on Nov. 27, 1977.
Verdell graduated from Southern Utah University in business and spent his working career in sales and marketing. His ability to meet and talk with people helped him achieve success in his chosen career and gain numerous lifelong friends and acquaintances. Verdell and Mary had just purchased a home in Mesquite and were looking forward to retiring there. They enjoyed traveling, particularly to Hawaii and taking cruises.
He is survived by his wife Mary; mother Vivin; brothers J. R. and Boyd (Janie); sisters-in-law Fran (Don), and Carolyn, brother-in-law Michael (Carol); and numerous nieces and nephews. Verdell was loved and will be missed by everyone. Preceded in death by his father Roland and sister-in-law Kathy.
Funeral services will be Friday, July 25th at 10:00 a.m. at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City, where a viewing will begin one hour prior to services. Interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 4th Ave "T" Street, Salt Lake City.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your choice.
In Loving Memory
Mary, Sorry for you loss. I really enjoyed working with Verdell while he was here at Purcell Tire. Michele
Michele Pickering
South Jordan, UT
Verdell often spoke of The Love of His Life. Sorry for your loss Mrs. Chamberlain. Verdell was always fun to deal with when he came to Idaho. He left a great impact on the whole Western Trailer Family. He will be missed but, we will see him again another day.
Gary Hyland
Boise, Id
Aunt Mary, and family. I'm am so very sorry for your loss, I will miss Uncle Verdell, and his sweet and funny personality. He is now with our departed family members. Be strong Aunt Mary, and continue to be with family they will help you heal.. Love always,,, Tammy and girls
Tammy jacobs
St george, Ut
Mary, our hearts are hurting so bad, but we know that yours is hurting the most. We will miss Verdell so much. We are glad that we had so much fun on our cruise and going to the plays/dinners together. Family and friends will help you heal and remember he is in a greater place by God. Love you.
Sandi & Joe
Price, UT
Mary, So sorry to read of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this very difficult time. Love, Judy and Jerome DeWaal
Judy DeWaal
Bountiful, Ut
Mary, Our deepest condolences. We both have to smile when we think how happy Cassie used to get when Verdell would give her treats over the fence! Very best of luck.
Steve and Kris Padley
SLC, UT
Mary Our love a prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss. Verdell was one of the good ones and will be dearly missed. Thanks to the both of you for a lot of great memories. Sam and Mike
Sam and Mike Ungricht
Sandy, UT
Mary... our hearts break for you and your family and friends. We loved seeing you and Verdell every Friday night those ages ago. We love you and value so much our years long friendship. Verdell always treated us as real and good friends...which is why we felt so "at home with Verdell." God bless you Mary. Love, Gene and JoAnn
Gene and JoAnn Stewart
Cedaredge, Co
Marry, I am so sorry for your loss. Verdell was always so pleasant to work with. I am sure he will be truly missed. Scott Kiser
Scott Kiser
Holladay, Ut