Rudolph George Werber, 81, passed away on Feb. 16, 2016 in Cedar City, Utah. George was born on Dec. 5, 1934 in Tooele, Utah to Rudy and Lydia Werber. At the age of 6, the family moved to Nevada and lived in Panaca and Pioche.
In 1953 he married Dorlene Walker. To this union was born 5 fantastic children. They were later divorced. On Feb. 16, 1974 he married Julia Anna Torgenson. They were blessed with 9 wonderful children. That made George the proud father of 14!
During his lifetime, he worked at many different jobs. He retired as a quality assurance inspector in construction. The family moved to Cedar City, Utah following his retirement. He was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. There were many callings including working in the Las Vegas Temple. His favorite calling was being a home teacher.
George was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He will be missed.
George is survived by his wife, Julia, his children: Randall Scott Werber (Nyla) of Henderson, NV, Elaine Hatch (Charles) of Cedar City, UT, Richard Guy Werber (Seoyoung) of Henderson, NV, George R. Werber of Cedar City, UT, Steven Shawn Werber (Lenette) of Cedar City, UT, Rudolph Nicholas Werber (Megan) of Henderson, NV, James Derek Werber of Henderson, NV, Amanda Marie Werber of Hurricane, UT, John David Werber (Brandy) of Henderson, NV, Rebecca Ann Werber of Henderson, NV, Mary Ellen Perkins (Shane) of Hurricane, Ut, Ciara Dawn Werber of Henderson, NV, Adrianna Werber of Cedar City, UT; 36 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and his brother Robert (Dianne) Werber. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rudolph N. Werber and Lydia Valene Nelson Werber, his son Timothy Don Werber and his sister Dolores V. Bradshaw.
The family wishes to express thanks to Dr. Clint Bunker and Healthcare workers: Bill, Donna, Aspen and Nichole. A special thanks to Ethan Bunker and his staff for their sweet service to George.
Funeral Services were held Monday, Feb. 22, 2016 at the Cedarview Ward Chapel, 1925 West 320 South, Cedar City, UT at 11 a.m. A viewing washeld Monday, February 22, 2016 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the Church. Interment is in the Panaca Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. Online condolences can be made at www.sumortuary.com.