Neil Kaalstad Noorda

Neil Kaalstad Noorda, 86, of Fruit Heights, UT, passed away peacefully at his home November 13, 2018.  Preceded in death were his parents Henry J. Noorda and Carrie Kaalstad Noorda as well as a brother Duane Noorda.

He graduated from West High in 1949 and went on to serve in the US Navy from 1951-1955.

Neil married his sweetheart Arlene Calvin, June 7, 1952, in the Salt Lake City Temple.  They lived in Coronado, CA, and Los Angeles while he attended school for advertising and graphic design.

On their return to Utah in 1959 he was employed by Unysis for 35 yrs. As a graphic designer and industrial artist.

He was elected mayor of Fruit Heights, UT from 1978-1983 and enjoyed serving the community he loved.  In 2016 he was honored to receive the Unsung Hero Award from Fruit Heights City.

He taught calligraphy at Weber State and the University of Utah throughout the years.  He was gifted and talented in the art field and had a great love and passion for painting and calligraphy.

Neil was a valiant member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and held many callings throughout the years.  He served at the Bountiful Temple from 1995-2018.

He had many interest including:  golfing, fishing, hunting, oil painting & calligraphy, family history, working in their beautiful yard, being with his grandchildren & great-grandchildren.

Neil is survived by his sweetheart and eternal companion Arlene (Calvin) and their three daughters, Kathleen Knowlden, Kimberlee Barnes, Christine (Kyle) Anderson, brother Grant Noorda, sister Diane Elges, as well as 10 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren that he dearly loved.  He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather.  We will miss him so very much, but are comforted to know we will see him again someday.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 19, 2018 at 11:00 am. at the LDS Church, 77 South Orchard Drive, Fruit Heights.  Prior to the service there will be a viewing from 9:30-10:30 am. at the church.  There will be a viewing at Russon Mortuary, 1941 N. Main, Farmington, Sunday, November 18 from 6-8 pm.

Interment at Kaysville City Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Red Cross or The LDS Humanitarian Foundation.