In Memory

Rordan Jule "Rory" Bumgardner, 17 passed away August 6, 2009 while swimming with family members and friends at Palisade State Park.
Rory was born October 26, 1991 in Gunnison, Utah to Joseph Rodney and Barbara Westenskow Bumgardner.
His main interest and love was his family and friends and the many adventures they all had. Rory really knew how to enjoy and celebrate life and if you were close by, you were included. He enjoyed everything from track, baseball, skateboarding and music.
He is survived by his parents of Salina; brothers and sisters, Nicole Bumgardner of Salina, Ryan (Aubrey) Bumgardner of Salina, Randy Bumgardner of Salt Lake Valley, Rusty Bumgardner of Salina; nieces and nephews, Jade Weller, Tye Weller, Mac Giles, Avory Jule Thompson, Shaiden Bumgardner, Keenan Bumgardner, Lainie Bumgardner, Taylee Kennedy, Eisley Bumgardner. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Sam and Venice Westenskow, Jody and Bonnie Bumgardner.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at 12:00 noon in the Salina LDS Stake Center. Friends may call at the church in Salina on Monday evening from 6 to 8 and on Tuesday from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Burial will be in the Salina Pioneer Cemetery. Funeral Directors, Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guest book www.maglebymortuary.com


Rory came into my life six years ago when Annie Veater, his middle school teacher, saw potential in him and invited him to be a barrel setter for the barrel races at the Blackhawk Arena in Salina.

From day one Rory listened and learned, he was certainly a perfectionist, making sure with precise precision the barrel was level.

I was so impressed with his work ethic I invited him to work for our Burns Saddlery team. He did all types of jobs for Burns, he loaded inventory in and out of trailers, and was willing to help out where ever he was needed. Rory always brought a smile to my face, when he walked into work, his wild, fun, fashion sense gave me an opportunity to have fun with him and I told him how cool he was that he was not afraid to be himself and not conform to the "norm".

Rory was unique, his wild blonde hair, soulful eyes, and genuineness always intrigued me.

Many young men have worked for our Horse Events Inc team, Bob Maxwell our President, and over employees is a great influence in these young men's lives, his tough no excuses attitude has formulated a winning team. He lets go of anyone who weakens the team, and Rory has been with us without incident. Bob cares for each one of these fine young men and I know they care for him, so this is an especially hard time for our community of unity.

Rory was a key part of our team, his positive energy and respect for the team and the contestants will be deeply missed. I know he will be with us in formless energy, keeping those barrels straight and the runners safe.

Love is invisible, it needs no form to live, so, Rory ,the whole HEI team sends that love to you and your family. We want you to know you are always invited to be part of our team, we will feel you there on Friday through Sunday at the HEI Finals.
All Our Love,

Danna
And all the
HEI Team Members