Orval Jeffs Obituary (1930 - 2017)

Obituary for Orval Arnold Jeffs Orval Arnold Jeffs born September 24, 1930 passed from this life on October 13, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. Orval married his sweetheart Betty Lou Dorrance and they were married for 64 wonderful years. They had the most fun loving relationship and he loved her dearly. Together they had five children, Marlon, Vicki (Jerry) Herman, Janny (Dave) Conant, Craig and Michael (who preceded him in death). He has six grandchildren, Marty, Stacey, Michael, Clayton, Jerid and Dallas and eleven great grandchildren, Sara, Jackson, Gracie, Brylee, Colin, Sawyer, Bryn, Jaden, Madden, Brikelle and Jade. He had a great love of the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He took great pride in his garden, which he loved to share with family and friends. He honorably served his country in the Korean war where he received a purple heart for his courageous service. Orval set a great example of faith and perseverance. He had a way of making everyone feel loved and special. We are forever grateful for the example he set for us and the love he showed to us his entire life. We love him more than words can express and will miss him dearly. We want to express our thanks to Jason, Elise, AJ and Cassie with Brighton Healthcare and all the nurses and doctors that gave such great care to him at Utah Valley Regional and Aspen Ridge. Funeral services will be held Thursday October 19, at 11:00 a.m. at Freedom Stake Center 835 South 500 West, Provo. The viewing is at 9:30-10:45 prior to the service. Interment will be at the American Fork Cemetery 26 West 600 North, American Fork. Condolences may be sent to Nelson@NelsonMortuary.com