Edd came home from kindergarten one day and told his mom he had a girlfriend, Marie Carlson. Their love has continued to grow ever since.
Edd is from Wallsburg, the son of Elmo and Fern Sabey. Marie is from Charleston, daughter of Jack and Vera Carlson. Together, they consider Charleston their home.
Edd worked many years as a carpenter in construction before accepting a position with Wasatch County. Marie dedicated her career to public service, initially working at the Health Department and later serving as secretary for the county council until her retirement.
Edd has a passion for farming, raising sheep, cattle, and horses. He works diligently in his fields every day and has personally sheared thousands of sheep throughout his life, continuing to shear a few occasionally.
Marie enjoys spending quality time with her grandchildren, often taking them shopping and out to celebrate their birthdays, allowing them to choose their gifts and where they want to eat. She also plays the piano and accordion, known for her lively and fast-paced playing style.
This August, Edd and Marie will celebrate 61 years of marriage. They are proud parents of four children and their spouses, grandparents to 22 grandchildren, and great-grandparents to 19, with two more expected. Their family remains their greatest joy and source of pride, and they cherish supporting them in all their activities.
Edd has been involved in the Wasatch County Livestock Show and Sale since 1959. When he was a freshman in high school he started showing sheep and has been there ever since--helping with his children, grandchildren and others.
Edd and Marie regularly serve at the temple and look forward to the opportunity to attend the temple in Heber in the future. Although they’d rather let this part go unsaid, Parks and Rec wanted to add that Edd and Marie have rendered service to this community in so many ways over the years. If you haven’t been directly touched by their service, someone you know certainly has.
They deeply appreciate the beauty of this valley and the community that surrounds them. Edd and Marie sincerely thank Wasatch County for this opportunity they have given them.