31 July 2010


Jack Wray Draper, 69, of Shelley, died July 30, 2010, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls.

Services are pending at Nalder Funeral Home in Shelley. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.nalderfuneralhome.com.




Beryl Genevieve Elizabeth Hawk Bennett, 95, formerly of Idaho Falls, died July 29, 2010, at Lighthouse Assisted Living in Littleton, Colo.

Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 2, at Rose Hill Cemetery. Services are being conducted by Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge Ave. in Idaho Falls. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.woodfuneralhome.com.




Kendall D. Davidson, 62, of Idaho Falls, died July 30, 2010, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4, at the Idaho Falls LDS Central Stake Center, 2025 Jennie Lee Drive in Idaho Falls. The family will receive friends from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday at Coltrin Mortuary, 2100 First St., and for one hour prior to the services at the church. Interment will be in Parker Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.coltrinmortuary.com.




Margaret Olive Wolfgang Clapp, 82, of Idaho Falls, died July 30, 2010, at Gables Senior Living in Ammon.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3, at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge Ave. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the services at the funeral home. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Gables Senior Living, 1405 Curlew Drive in Ammon, ID 83406. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.woodfuneralhome.com.




James "Jim" Lowell Moore, 63, of Roberts, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2010, at his home, after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born April 28, 1947, in Idaho Falls, to Lowell Clark Moore and Geraldine Wagner Moore. He attended school in Roberts and graduated from Roberts High School; he continued his education at the University of Idaho. He served in the Vietnam War and received the Purple Heart.

He married Jeannine Jackson in 1968; together they had two children, Danielle and Derek. They later divorced. In January 1989, he married Carolyn Caverhill. They moved to Salmon and then later returned to Roberts.

Jim worked for Idaho Fish and Game and, in his father's later years, Jim also took care of the family farm and associated businesses. While employed with Idaho Fish and Game, he made many dear friends and enjoyed their companionship, both at work and personally. He retired from the department in April of this year with 24 years of service. Jim's kind heart and thoughtfulness will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn of Roberts; his daughter, Danielle Weekes of Ririe; stepchildren, Brandy Hall of Idaho Falls, Gary (Peggy) Johnson of Ririe and Johnny Johnson of Boise; siblings, Pam (Ned) Sauer of Rigby and Russell (Pat) Moore of Idaho Falls; an uncle, Dean Moore of Irrigon, Ore.; and grandchildren, Jesse and Keri Weekes and Kyler Bryant.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lowell and Gerry Moore; a son, Derek Moore; and a son-in-law, Bart Weekes.

Memorial services will be at a later date under the direction of Eckersell Memorial Chapel in Rigby. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.eckersellfuneralhome.com




Jennie Mae Robison Crumley, 90, of McAllister, Mont., passed away Thursday, July 29, 2010, at her home.

Jennie was born May 31, 1920, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Heber Alvin Robison and Jennie Bybee Robison. She was raised in the Bone, Idaho, area and graduated from Iona High School.

Jennie married Bill Richard Crumley on June 25, 1942, in Iona. Jennie and Bill lived in the Idaho Falls area until March 1950, when they moved to McAllister, Mont., where they raised their family and ranched.

Jennie was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many positions in the Ennis branch. Jennie was a wonderful homemaker and always put her family first. She was an accomplished cook and seamstress. She had a passion for books, ice cream, fudge and making bear rugs.

Besides raising a family and working on the ranch, she ran the Chuckwagon Cafe in Cameron, Mont., and was well known for her delicious meals and especially for her pies. She was very proud of her four children and their spouses and her 15 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren.

She is survived by two sons, Bill (Karen) Crumley of Perry, Utah, and John (Donna) Crumley of McAllister, Montana; two daughters, Barbara (Dale) Clark of Blackfoot, Idaho, and Marilyn (Logan) Brower of American Falls; and a brother, Max (Kate) Robison of McAllister, Mont.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bill Richard Crumley; five brothers, Orland, Llewellyn, Wayne, Ray and Keith Robison; and a sister, Coral Grimmett.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, August 2, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Ennis. Interment will follow in Meadow Creek Cemetery in McAllister. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Madison County Volunteer Hospice.

The family would like to thank Waynette Van Fleet, Elizabeth Mann and the Madison County Volunteer Hospice for their devoted, loving care for mother. K&L Mortuaries of Ennis is assisting with arrangements.

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Michael Spencer McCullough, 31, passed from this life doing something he loved, scuba diving in Lake Coeur d'Alene on July 27, 2010.

We knew we were in for an adventure when he entered this life at a whopping 11 pounds, and he didn't disappoint. Born May 14, 1979, in Merced, Calif., to Michael Earl McCullough and Sheryl Lynn Kerr McCullough, he grew up as a military kid, loving the adventure of moving all over the country. He was happy, easygoing and just rolled with life. He graduated from Kamiakin High School in 1997.

He lived with gusto and relished being a husband and father. He was a talented guitar player and brought his own special vibe to family gatherings. A strong and faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Michael served a mission to Santiago Chile (East).

Michael married the love of his life, Jennifer Embree, on Oct. 8, 2005, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. He graduated from Brigham Young University-Idaho in 2006 and became the best, most exciting math and science teacher ever to teach at Madison Middle School. He taught for four years and received the Teacher of the Year Award for 2008-09. He was a deeply loyal friend, brother, husband, father, uncle and son, fulfilling each role with signature flair.

Michael is survived by his wife, Jennifer, of Rigby; children, Lillian and unborn son, Michael, due Sept. 27; parents, Michael and Sheryl McCullough of Kennewick, Wash.; sisters, Jennifer Andersen, Melissa Earl and Kristine Claybrook; grandmother, Joyce Kerr; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and adoring nieces and nephews; he was welcomed to heaven by his sister, Sara McCullough.

Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. today, July 31, at the LDS church on 969 Gage Blvd. in Richland, Wash. Funeral services will also be at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 2, at 258 W. First North in Rigby. Friends may call at Eckersell Memorial Chapel from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sunday and from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. prior to the services at the church. Interment will be in Annis Little Butte Cemetery near Rigby. Contributions may be made in his name at any U.S. Bank branch or Beehive Federal Credit Union. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.eckersellfuneralhome.com.




Edward PouquetteResident of Park City, Utah 1918 - 2010Edward Pouquette, beloved father and grandfather, passed away quietly on July 27, 2010 in Park City, Utah at the home of his son Ed Pouquette Jr. Edward was born on July 22, 1918 in San Francisco and lived in the Bay Area for many years. He served in the Merchant Marine during World War II and had some wild stories that he loved to recount about his adventures all over the world. Edward lived in Sparks, Nevada in the late 50s until the mid 60s. He and his family moved to Park City where they owned and operated a restaurant. Edward returned to the Bay Area in 1969, settling in San Jose and lived there until the early 2000s, before moving to Bozeman MT and then, finally this spring, back to Park City.Edward is survived by his sons Ed, Gene and Jim Pouquette, his daughter Jolie Pouquette Church, as well as his six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. His smile, kindness and quirky sense of humor is greatly missed by those who knew and loved him.Edward is preceded in death by his father Emile Pouquette and his mother Julie Moulia Pouquette Moore, as well as by his former wife Barbara Gavin Pouquette. His family says "Thank you for the rainbow."Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinhoopes.com.


Marian M. Crowel July 19, 1921 - July 12, 2010Preceded in death by F.R. (Ditt) Crowel, husband. Mother of James and William (Anna), grandmother of William Jr., Elizabeth (Erhardt), Margaret and Cameron, aunt of Laurie, Charles, Pat, David and Mark. Grandma to Aaron (Kari) and Sarah (John), great-grandma to Jamie and Rene. Faithful friend to Heisy Ramirez and family.Memorial/Celebration at Union Church of Cupertino at 2 PM on August 7, 2010.


Joe "Jiggs" R. Alvarez, Sr.Resident of San Jose Jan. 15, 1922 - July 29, 2010Joe reunited with his loving wife Mary and son Joe Jr. on July 29. He leaves behind his devoted and loving son Neil "Buddy" & daughter-in-law Rita. Cherished by 5 grandchildren, Joe III (Alicia), Teresa (Mark), Denise (Jesse), Michael, Jose & 12 great grandchildren.Born in Tempe AZ Joe, WWII Veteran,1st Marine Division, Silver Star and Purple Heart recipient moved his family to San Jose in the 50's and owned Alpha Beta Meat Co. Known as a man of great courage and love for his family he was also a friend to many. Vigil to be held Aug 2nd, 7pm at Lima Family in SJ. Mass 11 am Queen of Apostles Church, S.J.


Gary Allen Backman7/23/52 - 7/19/2010 Former resident of Santa Clara passed away at home in Chico, CA. Survived by sons Kevan, Eric and ex-wife Nancy of San Jose, mother Billie and sister Sandy Miskella of Chico. Retired from Space Systems Loral, former Boy Scout Leader, and member of Santa Clara Elks. No service is planned. Memorial donation can be made to a charity of your choice.


Connie V. Chimpky Resident of Hayward, CA Born Concepcion Verduzco November 8th 1931, Pittsburgh CA. Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 21, 2010. Connie led a Christian life and was ready to live with her Heavenly Father in eternity. Proceeded by many loved ones and survived by brother Tony Verduzco, sister Helen Marquez, daughter Esther Boyd, granddaughters Paula Rubalcava, Colleen Boyd, and 6 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Monday, August 2, 2010 11:30 a.m. at Miller Funeral Home, 507 Scott Street, Folsom, CA 95630.


Philip LumResident of Salinas Age 70, died 7/29/2010. Born 8/31/1939 in San Francisco, CA.Survived by wife Assunta Lee, son Anthony Lee, daughter Sabrina Lee, son-in-law Shaun Tan, granddaughter Kylie Tan as well as brothers and sisters in the Bay Area. Private memorial at sea to be held by family. Philip Lum, a graduate of University of California at Berkeley, was a forensic scientist at the CA Depart of Justice Crime Lab for 20 years where he testified against DUIs on behalf of the state of California.He was an active man who loved volunteering, music, art, & cultural events. He was a member of Toastmasters International, Watsonville Taiko Club, Salinas Chinese Association, Chinese American Citizen's Alliance, and the American Board of Criminalistics.


Anson HaResident of San Jose 21. Visit. 8/1 10am-9pm Sunshine Chapel, Jasmine Room. Visit. Mon. 8/2, 9am-9pm. Funeral Tues. 8/3, 1:30pm Jasmine Room. Oak Hill Funeral Home, San Jose.


Rita Annunziata FreitasResident of San Jose Age 83. Entered into rest July 28, 2010. Beloved wife of Jene Freitas for 58 years. Devoted mother of Dean Freitas, Charlene Lara, Lisa Marie Freitas, and the late Ronald Lee Yates. Survived by two sisters, Julia Schwartz, and Victoria Howard. Grandmother of Six, and great grandmother of Seven.Friends are invited to attend a visitation Tues. 8/3 at 4PM, followed by a Vigil service at 7PM at Lima Family Santa Clara, 466 N. Winchester Blvd. Funeral Mass will be held Wed. 8/4 at 10AM at, St. Martin of Tours, 200 O'Connor Dr., San Jose. Interment will follow at Santa Clara Mission Cemetery. Condolences may be made at limafamilysantaclara.com.


Don Coyle22nd Anniversary In loving memory of our Son and Brother, Don, who died August 1st, 1988. Silently todayyour memory is kept.No need for words,we will never forget.Each of us in our own way,have special thoughts of you today. Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on his soul; St. Don Bosco pray for him. Always remembered by his loving mother, sisters and brothers.


Marshall Patrick HardinResident of San Jose Marshall passed away peacefully at home on July 27 at the age of 48 surrounded by family. He leaves his wife Patricia, his 2 sons Marshall P. Hardin Jr., Gabriel E. Hardin and his parents Mercy Grace & Charles V. Hardin. He is predeceased by his brother Martin P. Hardin. Marshall has been a member of Teamsters Local 350 for 27 years. Family and friends are invited to attend services beginning with viewing on Friday, August 6 at 1pm with a vigil at 7pm. Funeral services on Saturday at 11:30am. All services at Oak Hill Funeral Home (Chapel of the Oaks).