Beverly Brown Brian

Loa, Utah - Our beloved mother, grandmother, Great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Beverly Brown Brian, age 86, passed away peacefully at her home in Loa on March 22, 2025, returning to her Heavenly Father and her eternal companion, H. Dudley Brian.

Beverly was born February 15, 1939, in Bicknell, Utah-(Her mother's "Day Late Valentine")—the 10th child of Alburn Adonis and Clara Ellen Ellett Brown.

She grew up in Bicknell and attended Wayne High School, where she excelled in reading and writing. During her senior year, she was honored as the FFA Sweetheart and graduated in 1957.

On February 7, 1958, Beverly married her eternal companion, H. Dudley Brian, in the Manti LDS Temple. After their marriage, they spent some time in Salt Lake City, but their hearts remained in Wayne County. In March 1963, they returned home, where Dudley began working for his Uncle Dolan and Aunt Florence on their ranch. They welcomed their son, Durran, in 1965, and then welcomed their daughter, Suzette, in 1968. Later that year, Beverly and Dudley had the opportunity to purchase the ranch, fulfilling their dream of raising their family on the land they loved.

Beverly worked diligently alongside Dudley to build their ranch while also dedicating herself to her family. She was a devoted wife and mother, always busy cooking, baking, gardening, canning, sewing, and creating a warm and loving home.  Dudley preceded her in death on February 24, 2016.

A faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Beverly served in various callings, including in the Primary, Young Women's, and Relief Society organizations. She and Dudley also served a service mission at the Johnson Home and Farm in Kirtland, Ohio.

Beyond her devotion to family and faith, Beverly had a passion for writing poetry and biographies, often capturing the stories of loved ones. Her greatest hobby, however, was her love of books. In her own words: "My library is my biggest hobby. I love books! Religious, history, autobiographies, biographies-you name it, I love it!"

She also had a talent for restoring old furniture, transforming worn pieces into beautiful treasures.

Beverly was a compassionate, loving, and giving woman who always put her family first.She carried herself with grace, never seen without her hair and makeup done and, of course, her signature lipstick.

She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and dedication that will be cherished by all who knew her.

She is survived by her children, Durran and Teresa Brian of Loa, Suzette Brian of Beaver, 13 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, brother, Valoy (Elaine deceased) Brown of Pleasant Grove, sister-in-law Naomi Brown of Draper.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Alburn and Ellen Brown, her husband, H. Dudley Brian, brothers and sisters, Maxine Omps, Cleon (Verus) Brown, Deon (Pauline) Brown, Vanor Brown, Adona (Roger) Burnett, Lewellyn (James) Stephenson, Evelyn (Garth) Bagley, Darlene (Arlo) Farnsworth, infant sister Diana, son-in-law Dennis Durfey, granddaughter Breanna Sue Petty, grandson Traeger Bradshaw.

The family would like to extend their appreciation and thanks to: Bret Hilton, Teri Meacham, Cheyenne Jensen and Julie Jeffery for their compassionate care for our special mother.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, March 27, 2025 in the Loa Cemetery. Friends may call for viewing from 10:30 to 12:30 P.M. at the Loa LDS Stake Center prior to services. 

Burial will be in the Loa Cemetery under the care of Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah.