Arlo Belnap

ARLO BELNAP Click here to view video of Arlo's life IONA, ID -- Arlo H Belnap, 79, of Iona, passed away peacefully at home November 19, 2008, after a long illness. He was under the care of Hospice of Eastern Idaho. He was born June 9, 1929, at his family home in Salem, Idaho, to Joseph Francis Belnap and Mabel Catherine Hirschi Belnap. He grew up and attended schools in the area, graduating from Sugar-Salem High School in 1947. He lived in Salem, Sugar City, Plano, and Rexburg, until moving to Iona 50 years ago. He married Wanda Lue Evans June 16, 1948, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. He worked in farming for five years, including three years as dairy foreman, then worked in maintenance for Challenge Creamery for 29 years. A lifelong, active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he held the office of High Priest and served in many positions over the years, including the Iona 3rd Ward Bishopric. He filled his life with family, temple work, genealogy, any kind of repairs, and singing at many events. Arlo also enjoyed skiing, swimming, walking on his hands, football, ping pong, welding, and auto mechanics. Survivors include: Wife: Wanda Lue Belnap, Iona, ID Son: Gregory E. (Maxine) Belnap, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Evan Arlo (LoAnn) Belnap, Iona, ID Son: Rock E. (Carol) Belnap, Orem, UT Daughter: Luann (Wayne) Lloyd, South Jordan, UT Daughter: Joy (Ron) Gentry, Pocatello, ID Son: Joseph Bruce (Julie) Belnap, Idaho Falls, ID Brother: Grant H (Helen) Belnap, Roberts, ID Brother-In-Law: Jim Parkinson, Collinston, UT Sister: Zeruah Moon, Sugar City, ID Sister: Norma (Clyde) Neibauer, Bancroft, ID 33 Grandchildren & 24 Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Bonnie Parkinson, two infant brothers, Don and Eldon Belnap, two grandchildren, Jason and Michael Lloyd, and one great granddaughter, Brevan Belnap. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, November 24, 2008, at the Iona LDS Central Building, 5169 Denning Avenue, Iona, with Bishop Brad Bailey of the Iona 5th Ward officiating. The family will visit with friends Sunday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home East Side, 963 S. Ammon Road, and Monday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in the Wilford Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Missionary Fund, 15 E. South Temple, 2nd Floor East, Salt Lake City, UT 84150 --------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Drew Johnson Dear Sister Belnap and family, I was saddened to learn of Brother Belnap's passing, but I'm glad he is free of the mortal afflictions he endured so gracefully. I wanted to share the feelings I have for you and your family. It wasn't so long ago (okay its been almost 40 years) Rock and I were playing ping pong at your home. Those were great days and great memories. In my teenage years I was blessed to have friends that came from goodly parents and Bro and Sis Belnap are at the top of that list. Your love, kindness and most importantly your example mean more to me each passing year. As I have grown up through the years, I have heard the statement "stand in holy places". Looking back, I have come to understand that when I was in your home I was indeed standing in a holy place. Thank you for helping me through those teenage years and for your wonderful example to me. May the Lord's spirit and His choicest blessings be with you and your family to comfort you in your time of need. Love, Drew and Trudy Johnson and family Roger and Shellie Garn Our prayers and thoughts will be with all the family at this time. Love, Roger and Shellie Garn Alan and Natalie Dear Sister Belnap and Family, We want you to know our thoughts are with all of you at this time. You are a great family. It is comforting to know someone who loves you all is watching over you from above. A great reunion is awaiting you all. Our love to you, Alan and Natalie Jenkins and Family Renee Pocock Graham and Ruth Pocock Willmore Dear Wanda and family, we were so sorry to hear and read of your loss. Arlo was sure a great guy and I'm sure will be missed. Please know of our love for you and your family. Sincerely, Renee' an Ruth