New bench donated by North Bend Daughters of Utah Pioneers
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- Board members are left to right back row: Peggy Underwood, Becky Roberts, Laura Erickson, Oneita Faatz front row: left to right – Debbie Anderson, DeAnn Barentsen
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- New Monument in Fairview from the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers.
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- On the new monument in Fairview from the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers.
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- Sign showing that the monument was donated from the North Bend Camp.
Board members are left to right back row: Peggy Underwood, Becky Roberts, Laura Erickson, Oneita Faatz front row: left to right - Debbie Anderson, DeAnn Barentsen
Thanks to the hard work and dedication of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers North Bend Camp, there’s now a new place to sit and enjoy the beautiful Pioneer Monument next to the Peterson Dance Hall in Fairview.
The North Bend Camp recently donated a brand-new bench, complete with a commemorative plaque, to enhance the historic site. The monument itself has been a part of the community since 1956, originally built from stones gathered from local streams by proud residents. Over the years, the original stonework needed some attention and was rebuilt using oolite stone to ensure it would last for generations to come — a project lovingly organized by longtime DUP member Peggy Underwood.
Wanting to add something more for visitors, the North Bend Camp board decided a bench would be the perfect addition. Camp Captain Laura Erickson, 1st Co-Captain DeAnn Barentsen, 2nd Co-Captain Onetia Faatz, and Secretary Debbie Anderson led the effort, with Becky Roberts and Peggy Underwood playing key roles in fundraising. Their efforts mean that anyone visiting the monument now has a comfortable place to sit, reflect, and appreciate the sacrifices and hard work of Fairview’s early settlers.
“The goal of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers is to never let our pioneer ancestors be forgotten,” shared a member of the group. “We honor them and want to keep their memories alive in appreciation for all they have done to settle and build our communities. We honor and revere them and will always remember them and all they have done for us!”
The new bench stands as a symbol of that deep respect and ongoing commitment. It invites everyone–whether you’re stopping by during a stroll, bringing visitors to see Fairview’s history, or just taking a quiet moment for yourself–to remember and celebrate the people who helped build this community.
New Monument in Fairview from the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers.
The North Bend Camp of the DUP continues to be a vital part of Fairview’s efforts to preserve its heritage, ensuring that the stories, spirit, and sacrifices of the past continue to inspire the future.
On the new monument in Fairview from the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers.
Sign showing that the monument was donated from the North Bend Camp.
