She was born in Tooele to Daniel and Gloria Duran. She graduated from Tooele High School in 1982. She graduated from Salt Lake Technical College, and later graduated from the law enforcement academy in Wyoming.
She married John L. Smith in 1986 and later divorced. They had two daughters. Lynn moved to Branson, Mo. in 2001.
She is survived by her spouse, Dale Wheeler; daughters, Madeline Smith and Danielle Smith; and granddaughter Abby Smith. Also surviving are her parents Daniel and Gloria Duran; siblings Daniel F. Duran, Brenda Johnson and Gary (Lisa) Duran; and two nephews, J.D. and Dylan Johnson.
There will be a memorial service Saturday, Aug. 8, 10:30 a.m. to noon at St. Marguerite’s Catholic Church, followed by a blessing at the grave site at Tooele Cemetery. A luncheon will be held in her honor at St. Marguerite’s that afternoon from 12:30-2 p.m.
We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences. Memories of playing and growing up with MayLynn on 6th Street have always been near and dear to our hearts. She will be remembered by us always.
Love,
The Rossons - Andrea and Janine
Remember when I slept over night, we watched Lizzie Borden & then spent the night in your family camper & you scared the beejeebers out of me?
Oh how about the Bachelor party LOL.
What about my wedding at yours & Johns house?
Oh and lets not forget the poker game at mine & Harry’s.
Hee, Hee the hot tub when we visit you in Vernal and the stuff animal. LOL!
We didn’t keep in touch, but I never stop loving you.
Now I say goodbye with a very heavy heart.
Love Lisa, your childhood friend & neighbor.
We are so saddened at the loss of MayLynn. She was such a sweet person and we both remember her from childhood and throughout our lives. Please know that we are thinking of you and we wish we could be with you at this difficult time. You are all in our prayers.
Love, Greg & Ramona