Daniel Leon Maughan Von Almen Obituary (1922 - 2009)

Daniel Leon Maughan Von Almen SUNSET - Daniel Leon Maughan Von Almen, 87, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 19, 2009 with members of his family by his side. Leon was born January 6, 1922 in Wellsville, Utah. He spent his childhood there as well as in Bedford, Wyoming. He served two years in the Army in WWII where he was also captured and spent about six months as a POW in France. He received a Purple Heart and other medals for his service. He married Shirley Lindberg on November 14, 1945 in the Salt Lake Temple. Shirley passed away in 1997. Leon retired from Hill Air Force Base and also worked at the Big Vern's gas station for many years. Leon is survived by his two children, Diane (Barry) Peterson and Danny (Debra) Von Almen. He has six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Leon had a great many friends and was loved by us all. We shall miss him. Friends may call on Friday, August 21, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Myers Roy Mortuary, 5865 South 1900 West, Roy. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, August 22, 2009 at 1 p.m. at the Afton Cemetery, Afton Wyoming. VisitationMyers Mortuary - Roy 5865 South 1900 West Roy, UT 84067 August 21, 2009 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ServiceAfton, Wyoming Cemetery Afton, WY August 22, 2009 1:00 PM CemeteryAfton, Wyoming Cemetery Afton, WY August 22, 2009 2:00 PM