A friend of mine, who is only a couple months older then me, passed away this past weekend. He died of a heart attack at the age of 27. My heart breaks for his wife of less then a year. For his little brother who idolized him. And his family. I know how it hurts to have someone taken from your life too soon.
Anthony Jordon (AJ) Rooks 1983 ~ 2011 Anthony Jordon (AJ) Rooks, born July 2, 1983, left us suddenly on March 19, 2011, due to complications relating to his heart. AJ was born in Vernal, Utah, the first of three children, to Don and Eileen Rooks. He spent the first 15 years of his life in Rangely, Colorado which is where he first developed a deep rooted love for family, a passion for outdoor activities, and a vigor for life. AJ graduated from Uintah High School in Vernal, Utah, and later served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Fresno, CA mission. He was married April 24, 2010 to his sweetheart Jenna Anderson. From an early age, he loved to roam the nearby mountains with his family, riding horses, hunting for trophy bucks, and snowmobiling. He was also a gifted athlete, who excelled in any athletic competition he participated in. He especially loved playing football every Saturday with his father and brothers. He had a strong work ethic and high level of self discipline. He had a lot of compassion for people, and always made everyone feel comfortable. AJ was active in the LDS church, and was serving along side his wife as ward mission leaders. At his time of death, he was developing tools for "the movement" in dub nutrition. He is survived by his best friend and loving wife of eleven months, Jenna Anderson, his sister Lynlee (Nate) Price, brother Taylor, and his parents. A viewing will be held at Liberty 4th Ward, 142 W 200 N Salt Lake City on Wednesday March 23, from 12:00 to 1:45 p.m., with a funeral following at 2:00 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.larkincares.com We honor him and will fulfill his legacy.
Published in Salt Lake Tribune on March 22, 2011
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Oh Kari, I just realized from reading this that his sister Lynlee is married to Jon's cousin Nate. I was thinking that he looked familiar when I saw him. So, so sad.
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