Bill M. Lefler

Bill M. Lefler, beloved husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather passed away peacefully at home in Midway, Utah on August 2, 2024 at the age of 92 surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 10, 1932 to Zenas and Dorothy Lefler. Dad married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Karma Kinsey, in the Salt Lake Temple on May 9, 1952.

Dad graduated from Wasatch High School where he excelled in sports as an All-State football and basketball player earning a scholarship to BYU. He was very well known as a “Bad Ass" in sports.

Dad had a talent for hunting and fishing and his skill as a marksman was unmatched. He never missed a target and took pride in his accuracy. In addition to his love for the outdoors, he dedicated many years in the Rose Park community, particularly with Little League baseball and football. Under his guidance his little league baseball team achieved three consecutive undefeated seasons. He was a huge influence in many young men's lives. Dad cherished watching his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren participating in various sports, especially baseball, football, basketball and soccer. Dad never missed Bonnie and Jill's dance recitals and pretended he liked them and was always taking time off work to watch Steve and Brad's ball games.

Dad was a master carpenter known for his exceptional skills and precision. His finish work was unmatched. He could build and fix anything and consistently completed projects with perfection and in a timely manner, earning admiration of his employers.

Later in life Dad and Mom sold their home in Rose Park. Dad and Steve built their beautiful forever home in Midway, Utah.

Dad loved watching the Utah Jazz and could often be found cheering them on. You could call him and ask what he was doing and his response was watching the “Spazz." He loved old western tv shows which brought him great joy and entertainment.

One of Dad's favorite sayings was "Well, shit Karma, we better git." He used the saying every time they needed to leave to be somewhere else. Dad was a tease, always pulling pranks on someone which encapsulates his playful and jovial spirit.

Dad found solace in tending to his lawn and yard work. He took pride and meticulous care of his property ensuring it was always in pristine condition.

He loved all of his pets and they loved him. Strays would often come and of course stay as they always received treats. They adopted him as their own. He enjoyed watching the hummingbirds outside his bedroom window. They were very relaxing to him.

Dad is survived by his four children, Steve (Kathy) Lefler, Bonnie McNair, Jill (Russ) Iverson, and Brad Lefler. He also leaves behind four grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. We will treasure the moments and memories we shared.

Preceded in death by his beloved sweetheart, Karma, son-in-law, Dan McNair, his parents, siblings and many pets that he loved.

Our family would like to thank Tiffany Coleman, his hospice nurse, and nurses aide Rosa for their kind and compassionate care. He truly loved you and looked forward to your visits.

Dad will be dearly missed by all who knew him. His legacy as a devoted husband, loving father, skilled carpenter and sports enthusiast will forever be remembered.

We love you, Dad. Until we meet again...Just Beyond the Moon.

Viewing will be held on Friday, August 9, 2024 from 10:00 am to 11:15 am at the Fox Den LDS Church located at 250 East 200 South, Midway, Utah. Graveside services will be held on Friday, August 9, 2024 at 12:00 pm at the Midway City Cemetery, located at 600 West 500 South, Midway, Utah. Please dress casually. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donation to be made to Paws for Life or The Horse of Many Colors in Dad's name.