Benjamin Carden

FARMINGTON- Benjamin Cooper Carden, 48, Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, and friend of many passed away peacefully at home on Monday, October 22, 2012.
Ben was born on July 15, 1964 in Salt Lake City. The third of four sons born to William Arthur and Jan Cooper Carden. Ben attended Viewmont High School and graduated in 1983. Ben lived a full life, and was loved by many in his community and church. He had a good attitude, and despite his physical trials, he accomplished so much. Ben worked for 22 years on the University of Utah Campus in the Custodial Department. He had been involved in the Woods Cross High Campus Club, and participated in many of their activities, including singing and performing in several of their stage productions. Ben also earned his Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do in 2007. Those who knew and loved Ben will remember him for wanting to be like others. Ben was always hopeful to eventually have some of the same privileges that some of us might take for granted. Ben will also be remembered for his sense of humor, laugh, and kindness to people.
Ben is survived by his parents, William A. (Bud) and Jan C. Carden, Farmington. Brothers, Will Jr, (Kristine) of Providence, Beau (Dove) of Salt Lake, and Bart (Carla) of Sandy.
Our family wants to express our heartfelt thanks to the Farmington Paramedics and Police Department who worked very hard to revive Ben. Thanks also to our many neighbors, friends, and members of the Grace Fellowship congregation who have said prayers and given comfort to our family during this difficult time.
Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m., Friday, October 26, 2012 at Russon Brothers Mortuary, 1941 N. Main, Farmington. A viewing for family and friends will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Thursday evening and again on Friday from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. prior to services. Interment- Farmington Cemetery.