Delwin Ray Pyper, age 82, was born on June 10, 1934 to the late Ray and Ruth North Pyper in Heber, Utah. He passed away in Knoxville, Tennessee on June 27, 2016. Delwin enjoyed listening to bluegrass music. He also loved going on cruises and spending time with Juanita.

He is survived by his life partner- Juanita Montgomery; sons- David, Timothy, and Peter Pyper; daughters- Mary and Tammy Pyper; a tribe of grandchildren and great grandchildren; brothers- Melvin and Kenneth Pyper; and sisters- Idona, Alda, Ruth Joyce Pyper.

He was preceded in death by Daniel, Michael, and Douglas Lance Pyper; daughter Lark Pyper; and sister- Mary Beth Pyper.

Family will be receiving friends on Friday, July 1, 2016 from 4:00 to 6:00 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. A funeral service for Delwin will be held following visitation at 6:00 p.m. with Bishop Dale Hensley officiating. He will be laid to rest in Midway City Cemetery in Midway, Utah.