Mary Ann Jones Jorgensen

It is with both joy and sorrow we announce the passing of Mary Ann Jones Jorgensen, age 86, on March 21, 2025, in Orem, Utah, from causes incident to age. A woman whose life was defined by unwavering faith, boundless generosity, and an all-encompassing love for her family, she will forever remain in our hearts.

Born on April 2, 1938, in Montpelier, Idaho, she was the daughter of Thomas Wynn and Phyllis May Peterson Jones. She grew up with a spirit of kindness and thoughtfulness that touched everyone she met. She enjoyed spending time with her parents, siblings, cousins, and friends. She grew up in town but loved her time on the farm in Nounan and had lots of stories about her time there. She loved her kitties, dogs, and horses. Her formal education was in the Montpelier schools. After completing high school, she attended Brigham Young University. She earned her Bachelor’s in Elementary Education, kindergarten and library certificates.

A deeply faithful woman, Mary Ann held her beliefs close to her heart. Her faith was not just something she practiced on Sundays but something that guided every aspect of her life. She served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Great Lakes Area.

Mary Ann was sealed to Allen Gale Jorgensen in the Logan, Utah, temple. They were married for 46 years, and together they built a life filled with love, laughter, hard work, and cherished memories. She was a dedicated wife and an incredible partner. Together they shared many happy moments, and their love for each other was truly one of a kind. They both loved to travel and see exciting new places.

She was the proud mother of eight children, and her love knew no bounds. She was a devoted parent who supported and encouraged them in all their endeavors, always putting family first. Through her prayers, her quiet strength, and her unshakable belief in the goodness of others, she showed us what it meant to live with grace, humility, and love.

Mary Ann had a deep passion for education, and she touched the lives of many through her work, friendships, and volunteer efforts. Her kindness, generosity, and unwavering strength were qualities that made her an inspiration to all who knew her. She loved music, traveling, sewing, crocheting, reading, puzzles, and family history work.

Mary Ann Jones Jorgensen is preceded in death by her loving husband, Allen Gale Jorgensen; her parents; two siblings, Larry Jones and Thomas Jones; and two children, Jay Jorgensen and Jacob Gale Jorgensen. 

She is survived by her children, James Allen Jorgensen of Price, Utah; Phyllis Ann (George Vincent) Patlan of Lehi, Utah; Adela Kae (Trent Clayton) Huntsman of Orem, Utah; Joseph Franklin (LaNae Jane) Jorgensen of Castle Dale, Utah; Jacob’s widow, Julie Edmunds Jorgensen (Curtis) Toone of Bluffdale, Utah; Liesl Leann (Benjamin Joseph) West of Riverton, Utah; Lucile Lyn (Kirk Jacob) Robinson of Castle Dale, Utah; 28 grandchildren and six great grandchildren; one sister, Ruth May (Richard Jon) Hillam, Provo, Utah; one sister-in-law, Thomas’s widow, Della Jean Jones of Saratoga Springs, Utah; and one brother, Roger LeRoy (Elizabeth Anne) Jones of Montepelier, Idaho.

The family wishes to express their appreciation to Summerfield Assisted Living Center, Embrace Hospice, and all others who lovingly cared for Mary Ann.

A celebration of her life will begin on Sunday evening March 30, 2025 with a viewing held in the Relief Society room at the Castle Dale Stake Center located at 35 East Main Street from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 31, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. and the family will receive friends beginning at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow the service in the Castle Dale City Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to join in honoring her memory. Arrangements are in the trusted care of Fausett Mortuaries where family and friends are always welcome and may share memories online at www.fausettmortuary.com.