Wellsville - Brent Don Poppleton, 60 husband, father, and grandfather passed away at home of cancer on June 9, 2008 surrounded by his family.
Brent was born on July 19, 1947 in Logan Utah. He was the third of five children, born to Don E. and Virginia (Bitters) Poppleton. He grew up in Wellsville where most of his education was completed, except attending one year of grade school in Ogden. He graduated from Sky View High School in 1965. At which time he enlisted in the U.S Army. He then served 7 years in the National Guard. While in the National Guard he attended USU and worked for his Parents at Poppleton Beauty Supply.
In 1972 he met the love of his life Christine (Slagowski) while working together at the family business. They were united through marriage in Ogden on September 23, 1972. During their marriage they were blessed with 3 wonderful children.
They made their home in Wellsville. Working on the family farm while starting their business adventure together. Together through hard work and determination they become the owners Mulligans Social Club in 1983.
Brent loved his family and loved spending time with them. He loved to be outdoors, whether it was on the farm, the golf course, or on the front deck of their place overlooking the beautiful view of Bear Lake. Brent was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, his son Jeremie (Cristy) Poppleton, and his daughters Jamie (Bart) Thompson, and Jessie Ann Poppleton. Three special grandchildren Dillon (Dill Pickle), Kaylee (Owee) , and Cole (Coke-a-cola). His siblings Janet (Jerry) DeMond of Pleasant View, Kathy (Blaine) Fuhriman of Providence, David (Bobbie) Poppleton of West Lynn OR., and Susan (Scott) Davis of Farmington.
He was preceded in death by his parents Don and Virginia, his brother-in-law Val Slagowski, and his good friend Dean (Deano) Carlsen.
A special thanks to all of his close friends in Bear Lake, the wonderful staff at Alpine Hospice, and Dr. Kevin Blotter and staff.
Graveside services will be held at 12 noon, Friday, June 13, 2008 at the Wellsville Cemetery. There will be a viewing at the Allen-Hall Mortuary, 34 East Center Street, Logan on Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m.
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