Castle Valley Funerals & Cremations - Price

02/27/2026

Grief support groups bring so much hope and healing to countless people, but how do you know which one to choose? As you consider your options, keep these 9 qualities of a good grief support group in mind!

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02/26/2026

Our sincere thanks to the family of Ellen Anson for allowing us the privilege of serving them. Being entrusted to help honor a loved one’s life is something we never take lightly. We are grateful to the Anson family for their trust and for the opportunity to provide care and support during a difficult time.

02/25/2026

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Kirk Van Linden family for entrusting us with the opportunity to serve them during such an important time. It is truly an honor to walk alongside families in our community, offering care, compassion, and support when it is needed most. We are grateful for the trust the Van Linden family placed in us.

02/25/2026

Most of us plan ahead in life. We plan for our wedding, our children's education, family vacations, and other significant expected life events. We also plan for the unexpected events of life by purchasing home, auto and medical insurance. Understanding the benefits of preplanning has prompted many to take the step to plan their own arrangements. Please call us at 435.381.2551 to set up an appointment to discuss preplanning with one of our preplanning specialists.

02/23/2026

02/20/2026

Finding the right funeral home is an important step when planning ahead for funeral wishes. This article shares 10 characteristics you should look for when deciding which funeral home to partner with for your funeral planning needs.

Interested in end-of-life planning? Take a look at these 10 characteristics to look for when choosing a funeral home to meet your needs.

02/18/2026

We are grateful to the family of Carol Riches for for allowing us the privilege of serving them. Being part of the Green River community means so much to us, and we are honored to walk alongside families during life’s most challenging moments.

02/16/2026

Ellen Anson

Ellen E. Anson, age 67, passed away February 12, 2026 at her home in Price.

She was born in Pleasant View, Utah on December 10, 1958, to Eldred and Lois Erickson, the 7th of 8 children.

She graduated from BYU, then worked for multiple businesses, particularly in the areas of training and purchasing (including purchasing equipment for the 2002 Winter Olympics, everything from hand warmers to the Zamboni). Ellen later retired from BYU and moved to Price, where she felt welcomed by the community and made some dear friends.

During her career, Ellen lived in Windsor, England and Dublin, Ireland. She loved traveling internationally, especially in the U.K. She kept a list of the two dozen countries she had visited, and the forty more countries that she hoped to visit someday.

Ellen was a gifted teacher and often served in church callings, especially in Relief Society, where this talent blessed the lives of many others.

Ellen loved to share her considerable creative and artistic skills with family and friends. She was a life-long supporter of the arts, including the Springville Playhouse and the Utah Shakespearean Festival in Cedar City, Utah. She had the gift for making things beautiful, wherever she went. Her home and her garden highlighted her ability to bring design ideas to life.

To be her neighbor, co-worker, friend, or family, meant being the recipient of her yummy baking. She especially enjoyed sharing homemade bread, brownies, lemon bread, and fruit leather. Her delicious holiday meals were a visual and culinary feast.

Ellen will be greatly missed by her many friends and family, including her nieces and nephews, with whom she kept a close relationship. We are all better for having known Ellen.

Arrangements are in the compassionate care of Castle Valley Funerals & Cremations where family and friends are always welcome and may share memories online at www.castlevalleyfunerals.com.

View Ellen Anson's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

02/16/2026

Happy Presidents’ Day! Did you know that when Presidents’ Day was first observed in 1879, it only applied to the District of Columbia? It wasn’t until 1885 that it became a national holiday.

02/14/2026

As we celebrate Valentine’s Day, let’s remember that love isn’t limited. Share the spirit of Valentine’s Day with your children, your spouse, your friends, and your family.

02/13/2026

Kirk VanLinden

Kirk Van Linden, 68, of Bloomington, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on February 10, 2026, due to complications from a recent heart procedure. He was a loving father, grandfather, and brother, and will be missed by many. He was born to James E. and Betty Jo (Hanson) Van Linden on August 1, 1957, in Flint, Michigan.

Kirk grew up in Michigan and graduated from Clio in 1975. He married his high school sweetheart, Ruth Miller, on July 16, 1977.

After moving to Utah, Kirk worked as an underground coal miner. It was demanding and difficult work, and he met it with the determination and work ethic needed to provide for his family. After leaving the coal mines, Kirk became self-employed and pursued many business ventures over the years. His favorite was buying and selling, something he genuinely enjoyed and was naturally good at.

Kirk enjoyed working on and racing cars as a young man and had a love and proficiency for bowling, which he passed on to his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed spending time outdoors with his family, including many early-morning hunting excursions. He was an avid animal lover and owned dogs most of his life.

His most recent adventures included moving from Utah to Texas and taking cruises with his sister, Teri, experiences he truly enjoyed and valued.

Kirk never met a stranger he didn’t befriend and was passionate about helping those who were down on their luck or just needed a helping hand or mentor. Many people have said he was “like an uncle” to them.

Family was the most important thing to Kirk. He loved deeply and with his whole heart. He took great pleasure in supporting his kids and grandkids in all of their endeavors.

Kirk is survived by his children, Kelly (Mario De Boel) Jones, Kirk J. (Sarah Baker) Van Linden, and Sherry (James)Sorensen. He was a proud grandfather to eight grandchildren, Carolyn (Asher) Purcell, Kassie Battle, Kolby Sorensen, Nate (London) Sorensen, Daxton Sorensen, Kaden Sorensen, Connor De Boel, and Ethan De Boel, and one great-grandchild, Calvin Purcell. Kirk is also survived by his sister, Teri Van Linden, who was by his side when he passed. He also leaves behind his favorite uncle, Ron Van Linden, and a special nephew, Raymond (Betty) Still, as well as many more nieces, nephews, family, and friends who will remember him fondly.

He was preceded in death by his wife and his parents.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. Copeland and the ICU staff at DeTar Hospital Navarro for the exceptional care and support they provided.

Funeral service, Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 11:00 a.m., Castle Valley Funerals & Cremations (680 East 100 South) in Price where the family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements are in the compassionate care of Castle Valley Funerals & Cremations where family and friends are always welcome and may share memories online at www.castlevalleyfunerals.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Road Home in Salt Lake City or a favorite charity.

To view the service please click on this link. https://bit.ly/kirkvanlinden2026

View Kirk Van Linden's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

02/13/2026

Are you grieving the loss of a spouse this Valentine's Day? If you are, please find comfort in this article that validates the strong emotions you're feeling and offers support on the grief journey ahead.

Losing your soulmate is heartbreaking and lifechanging. As a grieving spouse, read these 10 mourning rights and grieve the way you need to.