Lyn Prestwich Obituary (1931 - 2016)

Lyn Prestwich completed his earthly journey July 30, 2016 at home, attended by his loving family. Born December 1, 1931 in Delta, Utah to Clarence and Abigail Steele Prestwich; Lyn was the ninth in a family of twelve children – six boy and six girls. Growing up on a farm in Central Utah, he learned at a very early age how to work hard, to shoulder responsibility, and to share. As a youth, Lyn loved sports. He played on all the high school varsity teams and also played football in college for BAC (now SUU). Lyn had a friendly, outgoing personality. He enjoyed meeting new people, learning from those around him, associating with his many friends, and serving others. Lyn served in the US Army, spending 18 months in Korea. Upon his discharge, he enrolled at Utah State University where he graduated with an MS in Agricultural Economics as Valedictorian of the School of Agriculture. Professionally he was always involved in agriculture whether in sales, management or market development. He loved our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. As a faithful member of the LDS Church, his many church callings included Bishop, Counselor in the District Presidency, High Councilor, seminary teacher, scoutmaster, service missionary at the Bishop’s storehouse, and a temple sealer at both the Atlanta and St. George Temples. In 1956, Lyn married his sweetheart, Lila Lawrence, in the St. George Temple. They were blessed with two wonderful children, Mark Lynn and DeAnne. Lyn was a special husband and father who dearly loved his family. He was a fun “Papa” and greatly enjoyed his ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Nothing made him happier than a family reunion or gathering. Lyn is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lila Lawrence, children Mark (Susan) Prestwich of Marietta, Georgia, DeAnne (Joseph) Bradley of Cincinnati, Ohio, sister Nelda Prestwich of Roy, Utah, brother Leo (Una) Prestwich of Springville, Utah, grandchildren Kathryn (Brandon) Weaver, David (Rachel) Bradley, James (Stephanie) Prestwich, Laura Bradley, Karalyn Prestwich, Matthew (Caryn) Bradley, Jaclyn Prestwich, Taryn (Brad) Dorius, Emilyn Prestwich, Brittyn Prestwich and great-grandchildren Avigail and Collin Weaver. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Calvin, Dale, Erwin, Clarence, and his sisters Gwen McEvoy, Aza Fears, Lola Lamoreaux, Beth Terry, and Zolet Peterson. The family wishes to thank Cedar 12th Ward for their years of loving service and support, as well as those who administered medical care and rehabilitation, and Alliance Hospice. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2016 at 11:00 am at the Cedar LDS Rock Church (75 East Center Street, Cedar City, Utah). A viewing will be held on Friday, August 5th from 6:00-8:00 pm at Southern Utah Mortuary and on Saturday, August 6th from 9:30-10:30 am at Southern Utah Mortuary. Interment will be in the Cedar City Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary.