The Times-News from Twin Falls, Idaho • 11

-NEWS Thursday, April 26, 3018 Phyllis Arita Jeppesen April 2, 1941-April 24, 2012 BURLEY Phyllis Arita Jeppesen, a 71-year old Burley resident, passed away Tuesday, April 24, 2012, in Twin Falls, Idaho. Phyllis was born April 2, 1941, in Oakley, Idaho, the daughter of Archie and Alice Stapley. She attended schools in Oakley and graduated from Oakley High School in 1959, also graduating from beauty school, and attended a year at Idaho State University. Burley; two children, Tony Phyllis married Neal (Melody) Jeppesen and Jeppesen on Jan. 17, 1964, Kimberly Koepnick, both in Burley, Idaho.

After her of Burley; 10 grandchildren marriage, she moved to and one great -grandchild. Burley, where she has since She was preceded in death lived. She sold Avon for by her parents; one sister, many years and then went Barbara Stapley; and one to work at Dean's Dough- son, Gary Jeppesen. nuts in Burley, and then The funeral will be held she worked at the Book at 11 a.m. Saturday, April Plaza.

She was a member 28, at the Burley LDS 2nd of The Church of Jesus Ward Chapel, with Bishop Christ of Latter- day Clay Handy officiating. Saints, holding many posi- Friends may call from 6 to tions over years. Phyl- 8 p.m. Friday, April 27, at lis loved quilting and doing the Morrison- -Payne Fucrafting projects. She loved neral Home, 321 E.

Main camping and went often St. in Burley, and one hour with her family and prior to the service Saturfriends. day at the church. Burial Phyllis is survived by her will follow at the Pleasant husband, Neal Jeppesen of View Cemetery in Burley. Mary Vigie Christensen Feb.

8, 1918-April 22, 2012 KIMBERLY Mary cinnamon 1 rolls or Vigie Christensen homemade fudge passed away early to all those who Sunday morning, meant so much to April 22, 2012, at her. Oak Creek Rehabil- She had wonderitation Center in ful neighbors in Kimberly at the age Murtaugh that of 94. watched out for Mary was born each other and a Feb. 8, 1918, in Coal special friend in County, 17 miles Verla Tipton. She north of Coalgate, would take her for to Ira S.

Vigie many drives around and Vera Bell the valley and out Thompson. She was the oldest child in her family. Mary attended schools at Cottonwood, Kiowa and McAlester, and one year in Littleton, Colo. She was raised by her greataunt, Hattie E. Simms.

She developed many lifelong friendships in her youth and enjoyed many outdoor activities. She worked as a file clerk and as a nurse's aid in a hospital in Oklahoma. Mary moved to Idaho in 1944 and here, she met her future husband, Roy Christensen. They were married June 1, 1945, in Murtaugh. Mary became stepmother to five children.

Mary and Roy have three children, Keith Lee, Mary Eula and Carla Jean. Mary became a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- -day Saints on April 23, 1950. She served as a Primary teacher and visiting teacher. Mary, Roy and their children were sealed for time and all eternity in the Idaho Falls Temple on April 11, 1964. Mary worked many jobs throughout her life in Idaho, baby-sitting, housekeeping, ironing, potato sorting, selling Fuller Brush, but the one she loved the most was in the lunchroom at the Murtaugh schools.

She became head cook and took care of the Murtaugh school children for 20-plus years. Mary loved all children and was especially proud of each of her grandchildren. She attended their activities and would share what they were doing with everyone she talked to. She was very close to her stepchildren and their families and would love hearing the things that were going on in their lives. She loved all of them.

She loved the travels she enjoyed with the lunch program and traveling and camping with her children and grandchildren to Seattie, Canada, Utah, California, Disneyland, St. Louis and Disneyworld. Mary shared everything she had and was always showing her love by giving her famous French bread, Kenneth Lawrence 'Sam' Ordaz Sept. 3, 1962-April 7, 2012 BOISE Kenneth Lawrence "Sam" Ordaz, 49, of Boise and formerly of Jerome, passed away Saturday, April 7, 2012, at his home. He was born Sept.

3,1962, in Jerome, and was adopted by Tom and Stella Ordaz. Sam was raised in Jerome, Idaho, and Salinas, Calif. He served his country in the U.S. Army for more than 15 years, including in Iraq and Afghanistan. After an honorable discharge, he returned to Idaho and settled in Boise.

Sam loved fishing and especially enjoyed taking his nephews along. He was also the designated "barbecuer" for all family gatherings. Sam will be remembered as a wonderful and loyal brother, uncle and friend. He is survived by a sister, Stella Davis of Jerome; two broth ers, Chris "Bubba" Quintana of Boise and Robert Dayap of Salinas, three aunts; one uncle; and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Tony Ordaz.

Sam's life will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 28, at Farnsworth Mortuary Chapel, 1343 S. Lincoln, Jerome, with Deacon John Baumbach officiating. Committal with military honors will follow at Jerome Cemetery. Treva Irene Harrison POULSBO, Treva Irene Harrison left us too soon Sunday, April 22, 2012, at sunset in Seattle from Harborview Hospital.

Loving wife and guiding light of Jules Vern Harrison, Treva delighted in all things with feathers, fur or flowers but took the greatest pleasure in nurturing her husband of 52 years. She helped Jules in all business matters, and he considered her his Girl Friday. Whether at home in Twin Falls, Idaho, Poulsbo, sailing on the sloop "Miss Treva," or traveling around the world with Jules, she brought joy to everyone around her with a beautiful smile, unlimited optimism and generous spirit. Treva's home and garden reflect her balance of industry and leisure. She worked hard every day to enhance the comfort of family and friends and relaxed only when tasks were completed to her two standards of cleanliness and godliness.

A devout Christian, Treva went out of her way with Jules to ease the suffering of others and promote God's love in their community. Each day was an opportunity to share her good fortune and smile with people less blessed; Treva gave time and energy throughout the year to projects that promoted education and self- respect. Christmas was her favorite occasion to share her bountiful spirit in celebration of Jesus' birth; she surprised family, friends and strangers with an overflowing creativity and heartfelt gifts. Treva's children and grandchildren were blessed by her loving attention and continue the legacy of God's love and respect for others she bequeathed them. Treva was preceded in death by her father, Clyel Berry; and sister, Wilma Thompson.

She is survived by her mother, Nellie Berry; her sister, Velma Jean Porter; brother, L. Clyel Berry; hus- DEATH NOTICES David Petersen TWIN FALLS David Keith Petersen, 44, of Twin Falls, died April 24, 2012, in Boise. Arrangements will be announced by Alden -Waggoner Funeral Chapel in Boise. Michelle Starcevich PAUL Michelle Starcevich, 39, of Paul, died April 23, 2012, at her home. Arrangements will be announced by the Morrison- -Payne Funeral Home in Burley.

Elizabeth Herman BUHL Elizabeth C. Herman, 92, of Buhl, died Wednesday, April 25, 2012, at Desert View Care Center in Buhl. Arrangements will be announced by Farmer Funeral Chapel in Buhl. Berta Ayala-Vasques of Friday at the Quincy Valley Kimberly, funeral Mass at 11 Cemetery in Quincy, a.m. today at St.

Edwards memorial service at 1 p.m. Catholic Church in Twin Friday at the Quincy Pioneer Falls (Parke's Magic Valley Church; reception follows at Funeral Home in Twin Falls). Reiman- Simmons House. Juanita Qualle of 'Twin Falls, Fern Gertrude Jones (Gram) graveside service at 11 a.m. of Hailey, service at 1 p.m.

Fritoday at Sunset day at the Community BapPark in Twin Falls (Rosenau tist Church in Hailey (Wood; Funeral Home). River Chapel in Hailey), Leah Weimer Jones of Ru- Lois Marie Cooper of Buhl, pert, memorial service at 1 funeral at 2 p.m. Friday at p.m. today at the Morrison Farmer Funeral Chapel in Funeral Home, 188 S. High- Buhl; visitation from 5 to 7 way 24 in Rupert.

p.m. today at the funeral chapel. Dragan Vrebac of Twin Falls, graveside service at 5p.m. to- Rose Marie Galliher Sauer of day at the Twin Falls Ceme- Jerome, memorial service at tery; visitation from 3 to 4:30 2 p.m. Friday at Farnsworth p.m.

today at Parke's Magic Mortuary, 1343 S. Lincoln in Valley Funeral Home, 2551 Jerome. Kimberly Road in Twin Falls. Otis Owen Edwards of Malta, Jose Juan Ortiz-Murillo of funeral at 11 a.m. Saturday at Twin Falls, funeral mass at 11 the Malta LDS Church; visitaa.m.

Friday at St. Edwards tion 10 to 10:45 a.m. Saturday Catholic Church in Twin at the church (Rasmussen FuFalls; visitation from 5 to 7 neral Home in Burley). p.m., with rosary at 7:30 p.m. today at Parke's Magic Valley Lloyd Gardner of Hillsboro, Funeral Home, 2551 Kimberly and formerly of Twin Road in Twin Falls.

Falls, celebration of life at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Shery Lynn Widmier Brown Singing Hills Christian of Burley, funeral at 11 a.m. Church, 3025 Southeast RivFriday at Rasmussen Funeral er Road in Hillsboro, Home, 1350 E. 16th Bur- visitation follows (Duyck and ley; visitation from 6 to 8p.m. VanDeHey Funeral Home, today and 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Fri- Forest Grove, day at funeral home. Jason Michael Martin of Larry Edward Rose of Glenns Saugerties, N.Y., and formerFerry, memorial service at 11 ly of Burley, service at 1 p.m. a.m. Friday at the Glenns Fer- Saturday at the Rasmussen ry Middle School gymnasi- Funeral Home, 1350 E. 16th um; visitation from 11 a.m.

to St. in Burley. 2 p.m. Thursday at the Rost Funeral Home, McMurtrey William Harold (Bill) Jury Chapel in Mountain Home. Sr.

of Everett, celebration of life at 2 p.m. Saturday Guy Conrad Bonar of Quincy, at the Marysville Church of and formerly of Buhl, Christ, 4226 92nd St. in graveside service at 12:30 p.m. Marysville, Wash. WEATHER band, Jules; daughters, Elizabeth Smith and Annette VanCleave; son, Michael; and five grandchildren, Treva, Kelsey, Thomas, Hailey and Jacob.

She will be missed by all whose lives she touched, but especially by her adoring husband, Jules. May angels speed her to her rightful place in heaven. Amen. A ceremony honoring Treva's life will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 2, at the Reformed Church, 1631 Grandview Drive Twin Falls.

Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park in Twin Falls. You can visit with the family from 3 to 4 p.m. in the church social hall. You may view and sign an online memorial at www.rill.com. magicvalley.com to eat.

Mary is survived by daughters, Mary Eula Thomas of Statesville, N.C., and Carla (Daniel) Cummins of Murtaugh; son, Wallace Christensen of Twin Falls; sisters, Julia Samples of Twin Falls and Bettye Luiz of Fresno, and 13 grandchildren, Wendy, Tina and Kevin Christensen, Craig and Michael Thomas, Brett, Justin, Wesley, Lance, Jeremy, Trent, Danielle and Zachary Cummins; 23 greatgrandchildren; 21 stepgrandchildren; numerous step-great and greatgreat -grandchildren and extended family. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Christensen; son, Keith Christensen; mother, Vera Tisdell; father, Ira Vigie; stepmother, Lilly Vigie; sisters, Hazel Trueblood, Flora Vigie and Lucille Daughtery; brother, Nig Tisdell; stepdaughters, Madolynn Christensen, Geraldine Rosquist and Lavon Sherwood; stepson, Ronald Christensen; stepgrandchildren, Kathy Christensen and Randy Manske; a step -greatgranddaughter; and many friends. A special thank you to Dr. Sara Johnson for all her years of care and concern and to the staff of Oak Creek Rehabilitation in Kimberly for their loving care and kindness in her later years. She was the last of the Grandma Row.

Mary's life will be celebrated at noon Saturday, April 28, and the Kimberly LDS Church, 222 Birch St. S. in Kimberly, Idaho, with Bishop Levi Perkins conducting. A viewing will take place for family and friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 27, at White Mortuary "Chapel by the Park," 136 Fourth Ave.

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