Leona was born on March 5, 1929 in Emmett, Idaho.  She passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2020 after losing her battle with cancer and other age related issues.   Leona was the daughter of Pearl and Emory Morehouse.  Leona’s parents divorced when she was 5 years old and Pearl subsequently married Arthur Colson.  Leona traveled with her Mother and Arthur to Georgia and Colorado during his years serving in the U.S. Army. Following Arthur’s...

 Billie Dean Morgan, Beloved mother, grandmother, great (great) grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend, passed away on March 22, 2020.  Billie was born on August 9, 1927 in Ririe, Idaho to William H and Arlitta (Ara) Adams.  Billie grew up in Irwin and along the Snake River up to Sulphur Bar with her brothers and sisters playing, working, and fishing.  After her father died in 1947 the family moved to Idaho Falls, where she graduated from high school in the spring of...

 Richard Lawrence Jennings was born on July 31, 1937, in Idaho Falls, Idaho.  He passed away peacefully on March 19, 2020 just before midnight, after his short fight with cancer.  He grew up with 3 brothers who he remained close to his whole life.  Dick, as he was known to his friends, joined the Army in 1954 to take advantage of the GI Bill.  He served in the 82nd Airborne Division, 325th Infantry Reg and Heavy Weapons Company until he was...

 Mrs. Mary Jane (Kershner) Wilson, 93, of Emmett, Idaho, passed away at her home on March 17, 2020.  Mary was the only child of Eunice and James Leichliter. She was born in Hailey, Idaho, on July 15, 1926.  Mary was born and raised in Hailey Idaho. She graduated from the Hailey High School. She met Thomas Edward Peck from Carry, Idaho, and they were married for 18 years. Ed and Mary had two sons Thomas Gary Peck and James Edward Peck. By trade, Mary was a cook and managed a...

 Patricia Elizabeth Freemyer, age 82, passed away Saturday, March 14th, 2020. She was born September 27, 1937 to James and Elizabeth Jackson in Edinburgh, Scotland. She married Floyd H. Freemyer December 21, 1956 in Edinburg Scotland while Floyd was serving in the US Air Force.  Patricia moved with her husband, and son, Mark, to the United States in 1958 and made their home in California. She gave birth to daughter Diann in 1960.  Patricia enjoyed doll making, pottery,...

 Norvil Ray Elliott, 86, born November 20, 1933, passed away peacefully early in the morning on March 13, 2020, with his wife and loved ones at his side.  Norvil was born and raised in Weiser, Idaho, to Arthur Horatio and Leola Clair Elliott.  He graduated from Weiser High School in 1951 and later acquired his Bachelor of Science degree in Horticulture from Utah State University.  He was married to his sweetheart Beverly Bingham on October 6, 1952, and sealed for time...

Samuel Andrew “Sam” Matthews, 71 of Emmett, passed away in Boise, Idaho on March 9, 2020 after a heartbreaking battle with Lewy Body Dementia.  A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am Thursday March 19, 2020 at the Potter Funeral Chapel in Emmett.  Sam was born November 16, 1948, in Emmett, ID, son of Archibald and Clara Matthews.   He worked for Boise Cascade for 32 years and was known for his hard work and dedication to his family.  Sam was an avid...

 Lilleybell  Davis passed away Saturday, March 07, 2020 in Emmett, Idaho. She was born in New Meadows, Idaho to John and Bessie Perrigo on April 1, 1924. She married Delbert Davis in August of 1946 in Boise, Idaho. She lived in Emmett and Ola most of her life.  Lilleybell is survived by her children: Lorraine (Stan) Nelson, Alvin (Karen) Davis, Arnold (Suzanne) Davis and Leona (Gerry) Garrison, 10 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren....

 Quinn Nuffer, age 55, of Fallon, Nevada was taken from this world far too soon on February 27th. Quinn was born in 1964 in Soda Springs, Idaho to Jack and Phyllis Nuffer.  Quinn graduated from Declo High School in 1982. After high school, Quinn was called to serve his mission in South Korea for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Upon returning, he attended Ricks College and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Beef Production Management. Quinn married Robin...

Services for Barbara Ellen Strang 88 of Emmett, passed away February 28 at home.  Funeral Service will be held on Monday March 2, 2020 at 11:00 am at the Emmett Church of the Nazarene.  Services under the direction of the Potter Funeral Chapel Emmett.  Burial will follow at the Emmett Cemetery.