The grave stone overtly and also more subtly displays Mr Layton's occupation. The stone, rather than granite or stone, is made of poured concrete and large hex bolts are strategically placed throughout the stone. So not only does the stone clearly state that Mr Layton was a builder, it is also reflected in the design of the headstone itself.
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Alan William Layton 1917 ~ 2009 Alan William Layton, 91, husband, father, builder, and Church servant, passed away quietly November 8, 2009 after a short illness. He was born to George Christopher Layton and Annie Louisa Secrist Layton, December 29, 1917 in Oakley, Idaho. Raised in Kaysville, he graduated from Davis High School in 1936.
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He started Layton Construction Company in the winter of 1953 with two employees. By virtue of his confidence and creative leadership, the company built numerous commercial, educational, and religious structures including the Jordan River Temple which was the crowning experience of his career.
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