Charlotta Grover

Charlotta Elaine Cook Grover passed away on February 27, 2014, in the comfort of her home. She was born March 13, 1951, in Jacksonville, Illinois, to Charles Byron Lewis and Lora Florence Cook. She graduated from Brigham Young University in 1973 with a degree in Elementary Education. She married Thomas David Grover in the Ogden Utah Temple on August 30, 1973. Dedicated to her faith in God, she served those around her faithfully and with loving kindness and concern. With a background in education, her children remember fondly the many long hours she spent helping them with math homework, book reports, class presentations, science projects, and a host of other assignments.

She was happiest when surrounded by her family and friends. Known to her grandchildren as Grandma Charlotta, she would often take everyday moments to teach valuable life lessons. Her grandchildren loved her for her kindness and generosity, and always enjoyed choosing a treat from the “grandma box” when they visited.

Charlotta was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her faith in Jesus Christ defined her life. Whatever she was asked to do in the wards and stakes in which she lived, she did with all her heart and might. She cared greatly about those she served and would find ways to bless their lives on a regular basis. Before and even after the advent of the Internet, she maintained a vast gospel library in her home and was able to recall from memory quotes, talks and insights that stretched back decades.

Charlotta was also an active participant in the community. She often participated in local issues by handing out fliers and advocating for those causes she believed in. She believed that people should care about what goes on around them, and take an active role in promoting those values and ideals that lead to good communities.

She is survived by her husband, Tom; seven children: Emily (David McAllister); Alisa (Dan Simpson); Amelia; Thomas (Erin); Breanne; Nathan; Samuel (Brynn); and 11 grandchildren: Ethan, Grace and Logan McAllister; Cora, Hyrum, Rebecca, Elisabeth and William Simpson; and Jacob, Ellenor and Charlotte Grover. Viewing and funeral services will be held at the Centerville North Stake Center, 1461 North Main Street, Centerville, UT. Viewing times will be Thursday, March 6, from 6 to 8 pm, and Friday, March 7, from 9:45 to 10:45 am. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 7, at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, the Charlotta Grover Memorial Account has been set up at America First Credit Union to assist with medical costs.