Joe Avery

Our loving son, brother, husband, uncle and friend MELVIN JOSEPH AVERY passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 7, 2019.

He was born on April 20, 1940 to Neal C. and Glennie D. Avery. As the baby of the family, Joe was spoiled rotten by his parents, six sisters and three brothers. Joe was a devoted son taking care of his mother for many years after his father passed away.

Joe married Loa Stone in 1983. He was a loving husband to her for the past 36 years. Joe loved people especially his family. He loved to make new friends and he could always be found sharing stories and laughs with those around him. Joe was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus of Latter-day Saints.

He is survived by his wife, Loa; two sisters; one brother; and many nieces; nephews; and friends who loved him.

Graveside services will be held at noon on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at the Salt Lake Cemetery. A viewing will be held prior to the graveside services from 10-11:00 a.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road, SLC, Utah.

Joe loved children so in lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Primary Children’s Hospital.

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