Lydia Jane Gudmundsen passed away Wednesday August 20, 2025 at her secondary home in Alton, Utah, surrounded by family.  Lydia was born October 19^th, 1945 to Stiner and Golda Busk in Richfield, Utah.

She is survived by 2 daughters, Terece (Lawrence) LaBrune and Maria (Michael) Messenger, her son-in-law Ryain (Denice) Duffin and her younger sister, Dorothy (Brad) Thompson. Along with her 12 grandchildren, Whitney, Michael, Anjoel, Daniel, Joshua, Brittany, Dustin, Heather, Zack, Megan, Rio and Angela and 16 great-grandchildren.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Irel D Gudmundsen, her oldest daughter Denice Duffin, her son Jeffery Gudmundsen and older siblings, Carol Larsen, John Busk and Neal Busk.   

She spent her earlier career as a Hairstylist but finished it off as a Cage Manager for Las Vegas/Henderson Casino Industry.  Lydia had many valued friendships and will be greatly missed.  She was not afraid to tell you how it was, whether you wanted to hear it or not, but you could see the compassion in her eyes when speaking with her along with with her unique way of letting you know you were number one.

Per Lydia’s request, there will be no funeral services. Instead, she stated ‘My death is not the end but the beginning. I want no mourning.  I want a party, I want singing, laughter, and stories to celebrate my Life. I will be at peace. I hope you dance.‘  However, if you would like to do something in memory of Lydia, please donate your time in service to the elderly in your community.