Blackburn Vernal Mortuary

08/24/2026

Sherryl Rose Sadlier
Dec 5, 1947 — Aug 22, 2026

Sherryl Rose Elliott Sadlier, 79, passed away on August 22, 2026, in Roosevelt, Utah.

Sherryl was born on January 25, 1947, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Clawson Spicer Elliott and Elva Hunsaker Elliott.

She graduated from Altamont High School and attended Stevens Henager College. Sherryl later became a licensed CNA.

Sherryl was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and fulfilled a service mission. She married the love of her life, Ivan Sadlier, on September 17, 1966, in Las Vegas, Nevada, at the Chapel of the Bells. Sherryl and Ivan were later sealed in the Salt Lake City Temple on September 30, 1968.

Sherryl’s family includes: Tammy (Karl) Stucki of Nampa, ID; Joan (Jeff) Cranney of Roosevelt, UT; Kevin (Dixie) Sadlier of Vernal, UT; Colin (Brandi) Sadlier of Vernal, UT; Becky (Kent) Long of Vernal, UT; Amber Sadlier (Tyler Foutz) of West Jordan, UT; and Stella (Jon) Denniston of Vernal, UT; with 46 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.

She loved to sew, bake, and go camping. She also loved her friends and her dogs. But, her family was the most important thing in her life. She was loved by all.

Sherryl is preceded in death by two daughters, Mary and Donna Sadlier; her parents, Clawson Spicer Elliott and Elva Hunsaker Elliott; her brothers and sisters, Karma (Keith) Smuin, Ferris (Nola) Elliott, Lavona Elliott, LaDon (Leda) Elliott, Carol (Jay) Wall, Darlene (Larry) Dimick, and her son-in-law, Donald Crowther.

She is survived by her Spouse, Ivan Sadlier; children (Tammy, Joan, Kevin, Colin, Becky, Amber, and Stella); her sister, Betty (Rex) Smuin; her brother-in-law, John (Marie) Sadlier and sisters-in-law, May Von (Jaque) Yost, Mary Ruth Whiting, and Lanice (Max) Thompson.

Funeral services for Sherryl Sadlier will be held Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Uintah Stake Center 4080 South 2500 East with viewings Friday 6-8 PM at Blackburn Vernal Mortuary and Saturday 9:00-9:45 AM at the Stake Center prior to the service.

Interment will be held at the Vernal Memorial Park under the direction of Blackburn Vernal Mortuary.

08/22/2026

Guidance with care and respect.

08/18/2026

08/05/2026

“Sonny" Albert Burton Beacham
Sep 20, 1938 — Aug 3, 2026
Vernal

Albert Burton Beacham III, known to all as "Sonny," went home to his Heavenly Father on August 3, 2026, in Salt Lake City, Utah, at the age of 87.

Sonny's story began on September 20, 1938, in Powell, Wyoming, where he was born to Albert Burton Beacham II and Thelma Pittman Beacham. In the early 1940s, his family put down roots in Jensen, Utah. His childhood was filled with hard work and youthful adventures of the kind one might expect to find only in the pages of a novel. He loved telling stories of one-room schoolhouses, tipping outhouses, shoveling chicken manure, building cars, and making deliveries to Josie at her remote cabin—all before graduating from Uintah High School in 1956.

After his youthful adventures, Sonny settled in Vernal, Utah, and devoted himself to building a life through hard work. On August 31, 1960, he married Mary Elizabeth Day. Together they welcomed three children into their family: Cathy, Scott, and Brent. Although their marriage ultimately ended in divorce, Sonny later met the love of his life, Merilyn Madsen. They were married on June 27, 1981, and through their union Sonny joyfully welcomed her two children, David and Michelle, into his life, loving and raising them as his own.

For 20 years, Sonny was a familiar sight throughout the community. With his impeccable sideburns, crisp blue button-down shirts, warm smile, and the unmistakable oversized yellow Wheeler Machinery field truck he drove, he was instantly recognizable. He retired from Wheeler Machinery in 2002 after years of dedicated service.

Like many quiet men of extraordinary character, Sonny's greatest work was rooted in his faith. When the Episcopal congregations in the Uintah Basin struggled to retain a priest, he answered what he believed to be his calling. For years he devoted his evenings and weekends to diligent study before being joyfully ordained as a priest in the Episcopal Church on August 2, 1987. Following his ordination, Sonny faithfully served the people of the Uintah Basin as pastor of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Vernal, St. Elizabeth's in Whiterocks, Church of the Holy Spirit in Randlett, Utah, and St. Timothy Episcopal Church in Rangely, Colorado. He ministered with compassion, humility, and unwavering devotion until his retirement from active ministry in the mid-2000s.

Even while dedicating himself to his family, career, and church, Sonny always found time to work with his hands. He poured his heart into woodworking, crafting beautiful jewelry boxes, dressers, and countless other pieces that will be treasured for generations. Beyond his own workshop, he never turned down an opportunity to help someone build, repair, or create something. When he wasn't in the shop or serving at church, Sonny could usually be found in the mountains, content with a fishing line in the water beside family and friends or sitting around a campfire with a hot cup of coffee, enjoying the simple blessings of life.

Sonny was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Burton Beacham II and Thelma Pittman Beacham; his sister, Peggy Beacham; his brother, Gilbert Oren Beacham; and his son, Scott Allen Beacham.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Merilyn; his children, Cathy (Jim) Graham, Brent Beacham, David (Karen) Beacham, and Michelle (Steve) Lukas; his sister, Anna Mae Beacham; and five cherished grandchildren.

Sonny leaves behind a life and legacy forged through love, compassion, and service. His kindness, generosity, and unwavering character touched the lives of everyone who knew him in ways that can never be repaid—only honored by striving to emulate the example he set. Though he will be deeply missed, his faith, his quiet strength, and the love he so freely gave will continue to live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know him.

A service celebrating Sonny's life will be held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church on Saturday, August 8, at 11:00 a.m.

Interment will be at the Rock Point Cemetery following the service.

08/04/2026

Lucille E. Tolley
Apr 18, 1929 — Jul 31, 2026
Rangely

Funeral Services for Lucille E. Tolley will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 12:00 Noon at the Blackburn Rangely Mortuary (736 East Main) with a viewing Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Interment will be in Dinosaur Cemetery following the service.

07/30/2026

Ranae Tomlinson Hardinger
Oct 5, 1946 — Jul 27, 2026
Vernal Altamont Roosevelt

Ranae Tomlinson Hardinger, 79, of Roosevelt, Utah, returned home to her father in Heaven on July 27, 2026, from the Villa Care Center.

She was born in Roosevelt, Utah, on October 5, 1946, to Arthor Tomlinson and Ila Fay Hatch. She married Gerald Cook but later married Elroy Hardinger.

Ranae worked at the Sage Café, Diamond Hills, and C&L Laundromat. She loved going to the horse-races and rode with the Dinah Spurs Riding Club.

She loved her children and grandchildren. She will be missed by so many.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Arthor Tomlinson and Ila Fay Hatch; and her brother, Byron Tomlinson.

She is survived by her children, Betty Jo Lankford of Mt. Emmons; Lori Ann Miller (Morgan) of Taylorsville; Travis Gerald Cook (Shannon) of Mt. Emmons; and Billy Jo Cook of Ogden; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild; her brothers and sisters, Bud Tomlinson (Sue) of Vernal; Jack Tomlinson of Rangely, CO; and Von Tomlinson (Josie) of Ft. Duchesne.

Graveside services for Ranae will be Conducted Friday July 31, 2026 at 10 AM at the Maeser Fairview Cemetery

Friends and family will gather at Blackburn Vernal Mortuary from 9-9:30 prior for a viewing.

07/27/2026

Marlene Williamson Chivers
Aug 15, 1948 — Jul 24, 2026
Vernal

Private Family Services will be held.