Lewis Marchant

Lewis Phillip Marchant passed away on September 29th, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Lew was born on August 19, 1944, to his parents, Gilbert Reed Marchant and Mary Afton Harding Marchant. He was the youngest of five children and the adored baby of the family.

Lew’s childhood was vibrant and full. Growing up in the quiet beauty of the Kamas Valley gave him plenty of room to imagine, learn, work, and play. Between having his dad as the school principal and the daily chores and responsibilities of life on the family farm, Lew developed a deep respect for hard work from an early age.

Long before “self-driving” was a thing, Lew had developed his own version. He would put the tractor in gear, hop off, and unload hay while it continued moving through the field. Safety may not have been the first priority, but you could always count on Lew to get the job done. He spoke fondly of his childhood and the many lessons he learned along the way- including the time he was run over by that very same “self-driving” tractor.

Lew graduated from South Summit High School and went on to serve an LDS mission in the North British Mission in England. Just five weeks after returning home, he married his sweetheart, Joanne Blazzard. Their story began all the way back in the third grade and became the foundation for a beautiful marriage and life together, filled with love, devotion, and mutual respect. They were blessed with two children, Jon and Niki, and the posterity that followed brought Lew more pride and joy than words could express.

Lew’s career path took many twists and turns. After graduating from BYU, he began working as a buyer for ZCMI. The job took him from Los Angeles to New York and gave him plenty of stories to tell, but eventually the city lights and traveling lost their shine as he found himself longing for more time at home with his family.

He then began working alongside his sweetheart and in-laws at the family business, Blazzard Lumber Company. From watching runway fashion shows to harvesting lumber in the Uintas, Lew truly could do it all.

Later, Lew and Joanne opened their flower shop, “Petals N Pine.” They spent their days working side by side, often with grandkids in their laps, arranging flowers and serving their community. When Lew wasn’t removing thorns from roses, he was tending to his South Summit bus route, which may have been one of his favorite jobs of all. He especially loved driving the special needs children, who always held a treasured place in his heart.

Lew was a devoted patriot with a deep dedication to preserving the freedoms he cherished in the United States of America. That conviction led him to serve his hometown first on the city planning commission and later as Mayor of Kamas City for 16 years. No matter the title he carried, the people and relationships in his life were always his greatest concern.

Lew was a talented wood craftsman who built wooden trucks and toys for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He loved a good BYU game and enjoyed four-wheeling, hunting, and simply being outdoors, taking in the beauty of God’s creation. He was a true man’s man, with the calloused hands to prove it, but he never shied away from showering the people he loved with affection, encouragement, and praise.

Lew was a man of steadfast faith. He willingly served in many church callings throughout his life, but the truest witness of his discipleship could be seen in the way he loved, served, and cared for others. As his time on earth drew to a close, he made a point to share with those around him the hope he found in the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

Lew wore many hats over the course of his 82 years, and he wore them all very well. He was a humble giant of a man, filled with integrity and grit. He stood firm in his convictions and remained unmoved when his values were challenged. He was loyal, honored his word, and was admired for both his wisdom and his tender heart. To his family and loved ones, he was a steady and gentle source of strength.

Lewis is survived by his two children, Jon (Jenni) Marchant and Niki (Jeremy) Kearns; his grandchildren, Jordan (Hanna) Kearns, Madison (Nate) Reynolds, Hallie (Austin) Hicks, Ryan (Emalea) Marchant, Madeline (Garrett) Elkins, and Abbie Marchant; and his great-grandchildren, Sophie Jo Kearns, Judd Kearns, Rhett Kearns, Piper Lew Reynolds, Beau Reynolds, Richard Elkins, Logan Elkins, and Everrett Elkins.

Lew was preceded in death by his loving wife, Joanne Marchant; his parents, Gilbert Reed Marchant and Mary Afton Harding Marchant; and his siblings, Reed Marchant, Duane Marchant, Adele Lambert, Jennie Hyde, and Mattie Jean Marchant.

Lew will be deeply and reverently missed by his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him. He leaves behind a remarkable heritage of faith, strength, hard work, loyalty, love, and countless cherished memories.

A viewing will be held on Sunday, October 11, 2026 from 5:00 – 6:30 pm at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley, 1007 W. South Jordan Parkway, South Jordan, Utah. Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 12, 2026 at 12:00 pm at the Kamas Utah Stake Center, 3038 North State Road 32, Marion, Utah with a viewing prior to the service from 10:00 – 11:30 am. Interment at the Marion Cemetery.