Don’t be surprised if the lyrics to “Blue Christmas” spring to mind for Salt Lake City residents this holiday season.
When Elvis sang, “Won’t be the same dear, if you’re not here with me,” he could have been singing about the end of a beloved 30-year tradition in the Avenues neighborhood that drew thousands from across the state each year.
For three decades, Forrest Nunley turned his home into what he called Frosty’s Winter Wonderland, where visitors could gawk at thousands of Christmas and holiday decorations that adorned his front yard. From the traditional blow molds of yesteryear to seemingly miles of string lights, Nunley’s home was an annual must-see for many Utah families…