Darwin Lamar Kelso

Darwin Lamar Kelso was born July 11, 1954 in Ogden, Utah. Darwin passed March 2, 2018. Darwin was one of six sons born to Ted and LaReta Kelso.

Darwin was raised in a loving family in Ogden, Utah. In his formative years, he attended Ben Lomond High School in Ogden, hunted, fished, raised homing pigeons and enjoyed the outdoors with his brothers and friends.

Darwin was passionate about his work. He was the definition of a sound work ethic. He was skilled, thorough, ingenious, crafty, articulate, and found value in his everyday work. Moreover, he spoke highly of his friends and coworkers who he had the privilege to work beside each and every day of his 42-year career at FMC.

Darwin admired the place he called home. An awarded fisherman and hunter, it was common to witness Darwin taking in inspiring sunsets, listening to the birds frolicking amongst us, discovering the journey of a stream, awaiting the colors of spring, and truly enjoying all that nature offered him in the beautiful lands of Green River and Evanston.

Darwin's true masterpiece was his loving family. With his wife of 30 years, Cheri, they cherished each moment. They laughed, loved, sang, and were loving partners through and through. They raised two boys together. Darwin loved his sons dearly and would often reflect upon the memories of their youth and the many adventures they all shared together hunting and fishing. Darwin's love extended to four grandchildren.

A proud Papa, he shared his love for life.

Darwin is survived by his loving wife Cheri Russell Kelso; parents LaReta and Ted Kelso; siblings Dan, Monte, TJ and Sterling Kelso; children Kyle Kelso and Bryce Wright; grandchildren Connor and Katelyn Kelso, Charlee and Alaina Wright.

Proceeded in death by his younger brother Virgil Dewayne Kelso.

Genuine, thoughtful, authentic, proud, and an unforgettable laugh, Darwin brought great light and joy to this world and he will be greatly missed.

The life of Darwin Lamar Kelso will be celebrated March 17 from 1-2:30 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 952 Childs Ave., Ogden, Utah, 84404.

In lieu of flowers, donations and cards for the Darwin Kelso memorial fund can be left at sign in table.