Arlene Stucki

ARLENE STUCKI IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Arlene Clayton Stucki, 76, passed away June 1, 2006, in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Arlene was born August 9, 1929, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Wilford Henton Clayton and Harriet Anna Hill Clayton. She graduated from Ucon High School. She married her eternal sweetheart, Ray Heber Stucki, in the Idaho Falls Temple March 18, 1948. They resided on their family farm in Coltman, Idaho, for 57 years, where they raised their five children. As an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Arlene served in various callings, Young Women's Counselor, Ward Organist, Relief Society President, Teacher and Chorister. She and her sweetheart served a mission at the Idaho Falls Temple Visitor's Center as Directors from 1998-2000 and also served as temple workers for 20 years. Arlene loved music. She especially loved to play the organ and piano whenever she could. She also enjoyed gardening, oil painting, cooking, reading, and helping her husband on the farm. She loved being with her children and grandchildren and will be greatly missed by all. Arlene is survived by: husband: Ray, Idaho Falls Son: Blair (Kathy) Stucki, Draper, UT Daughter: LaDonna (Ronald) Perrenoud, Idaho Falls Daughter: Debra (Rodger) Hampton, Rexburg, ID Son: Kent (Joy) Stucki, Highlands Ranch, CO Sister: Betty Tracy Brother: Dale (Beverly) Clayton Brother: Harlan Clayton Brother: Dennis (Sharon) Clayton Sister: Deanna (Brad) Frank Brother: Larry (Bonnie) Clayton 18 Grandchildren and 7 Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, a sister, and a son, Rodney Lynn Stucki. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 5, 2006, at the Idaho Falls LDS Coltman First Ward, 12448 North 5th East, with Bishop Mark Richardson of the Idaho Falls 16th Ward officiating. The family will visit with friends Sunday, June 4, 2006, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 North Ridge Avenue, and Monday from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in the Grant-Central Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences sent online: Kristi Curtis [kwiti@Comcast.net] My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I wish I could be with you on Monday to celebrate Arlene's life! She was a very special lady and I will miss her greatly!! I love you all very much!! Kristi Curtis Pete & Darlene Mickelsen [weluvu@peoplepc.com] Dear Ray & Family we extend our love and condolences to you. We will always cherish our friendship with you. Love Pete & Darlene Terri Curtis [jclbfw@hotmail.com] Arlene was a lovely, loving woman! I'm so happy to know that she is with Rod and other loved ones. Bonnie W. Elser and family We are sorry we were unable to attend the services for Arlene, but please know that we extend our deepest sympathy, and pray for comfort and peace for your family at this time of sorrow.