Our Stake Presidency
John Huber, Stake President
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Don Williams, Stake Presidency 1st Counselor
Don Williams is originally from Burley, Idaho, he is a father of seven who enjoys spending time with family and pursuing genealogy. His favorite motto, "What E'er Thou Art, Act Well Thy Part," reflects his commitment to living with purpose.
Don’s bucket list includes a dream trip to Alaska, and he treasures family traditions like annual trips to Lake Powell. He finds great joy in helping young adults grow in faith and confidence, offering the advice: "Believe in yourself. You’re more than you think you are."
John Hall, Stake Presidency 2nd Counselor
John Hall serves as the Second Counselor in the Taylorsville YSA Stake Presidency. Originally from Salt Lake City, he enjoys woodworking and crafting custom pens. His favorite scripture, Doctrine and Covenants 90:24, inspires him to "search diligently, pray always, and be believing."
John dreams of visiting Europe to explore his family heritage and treasures a family tradition of gathering near Pioneer Day to honor ancestors. Married to Donnaleah for over 30 years, he humorously notes that her answer to how long they’ve been married might vary. His advice to young adults is: "Believe in Christ and His love for you. Don’t give up on Christ—He will never give up on you."
Thayne Atkinson, Stake Executive Secretary
Thayne Atkinson serves as the Stake Executive Secretary in the Taylorsville YSA Stake. He loves visiting the wards with his wife, Tracy, and welcoming young adults to the stake offices. Thayne finds inspiration in the strength and commitment he sees in the YSA.
A native of Granger (now West Valley), Thayne enjoys oil painting in the style of Bob Ross, golfing, and spending time with his family—especially his grandchildren. His favorite scripture, Isaiah 41:10, reminds him to trust in the Lord's strength. His advice to young adults is: "Always be engaged in the gospel and don't take it for granted." Thayne treasures family traditions like Saturday dinners and retelling the Christmas story by candlelight. While he may seem introverted at first, he’s known for his sense of humor—even if his wife questions his stand-up potential!
Ron Bryce, Stake Clerk
Ron Bryce serves as the Taylorsville YSA Stake Clerk and enjoys meeting with young adults as they renew their temple recommends. Originally from Magna, Utah, Ron stands at 6'6", though three of his four sons are taller. His favorite scripture is Doctrine & Covenants 76:22-24:
“And now, after the many testimonies which have been given of him, this is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him: That he lives! For we saw him, even on the right hand of God; and we heard the voice bearing record that he is the Only Begotten of the Father—That by him, and through him, and of him, the worlds are and were created, and the inhabitants thereof are begotten sons and daughters unto God.”
Outside of church, Ron enjoys basketball and golf and hopes to travel to Europe. He treasures monthly dinners with his children and grandchildren and advises young adults to “Stay close to the Lord.”