Arlo Summers

ARLO SUMMERS Click here to view Arlo's Video Tribute IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Arlo Dwayne Summers, 63, of Idaho Falls, passed away, August 22, 2009, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. He was born July 5, 1946, in Rigby, Idaho, to Dwayne Earl Summers and Nola Madsen Summers. He attended schools in the Ririe area and furthered his education at Idaho State University and the University of Idaho. He married Lorene Jensen on August 8, 1968, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. They moved to Idaho Falls in 1975. He worked as a certified health physicist, nuclear engineer and was a licensed professional engineer. He worked for various INL contractors for 37 years. They raised their family in the Idaho Falls area. Arlo was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He enjoyed reading, learning and traveling. He especially enjoyed being with his 12 grandchildren, Jarid, Makayla, Malana, Casey, Mason, Kelly, Jaremy, Shelby, Rosemary, Hayden, Molly and Desmond. He is survived by: His wife, Lorene Summers of Idaho Falls; Son, David (Terilyn) Summers of Moscow; Son, Michael (Karen) of Ammon; Son Alan (Melissa) of Idaho Falls; Daughter, Lisa (Brandon) Hall of Pocatello; Son, Brian Summers of Idaho Falls; Brother, Burl Summers of Idaho Falls; Brother Shayne Summers of Idaho Falls; Sister, Delaine (Rick) Jones of Idaho Falls; He was preceded in death by his parents Dwayne and Nola Summers. The family wishes to thank the staff at Snake River Oncology for caring for their husband and father. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 26, at the Idaho Falls LDS East Stake, 1860 Kearney, with Bishop Lamar John officiating. The family will visit with friends Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home East Side, 963 South Ammon Road, and Wednesday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in the Ririe-Shelton Cemetery. --------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Steve and Angela Dresen angeladresen@cableone.net We are so sorry for your loss. We are grateful we had the opportunity to get to know Arlo and Lorene on our tour of the Holy Land this past winter. May God bless you all during this difficult time. Steve and Angela Dresen Dusty Heyrend dusty@kbear.fm I work with Lisa at KISU, and she is a great person. I didn't know Arlo, but he raised a very cool and personable daughter. She loves her children and husband dearly and I'm sure that is something Arlo taught her. Lisa, and the rest of the family, hang in there and I'm extremely sorry for your loss. Tish Pouldon heyitsme@cableone.net Lorene, I am so sorry about your loss. I am grateful to have gotten acquainted with both of you on the tour to the Holy Land. You both have a wonderful spirit. Arlo was and still is a good man. Russell Stuart stretch61@wildblue.net Lorene, I just saw Arlo's obituary in the Idaho Falls paper. Our heart goes out to you at this time. We haven't seen you in a long time, but your still a good friend. We live in Star Valley now. I think back to the time we worked together at the Site. You were a great, fun person to work with. May the Lord bless you and your family at this time in your life. Russ & Evelyn Stuart Karen Brown wolfmystery@aol.com I am so sorry to hear about Arlo's passing but I am truly happy to have been blessed to have known him. He was a real help to me at a time when life was confusing and uncertain for me and my family. His lessons and friendship will never be forgotten. Love and prayers to his family. Jean Jenkins We were so sorry to hear about Arlo. He was such a great example to all of us. He always had a smile on his face, had a great attitude, loved his family & grand children, was patient, spiritual, etc. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. We love your family & our prayers will be with you. Love, Scot, Jean Jenkins & family. Cari Brammer I am so sorry for your loss. I just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Darwin Mecham There are prominent men in this world and there are great men. Arlo is one of the great men. Arlo and I stood together and touched the western wall of the Temple Mount in Jerusalem and welcomed the first sabbath of the new year. I count him as a great friend. Drink and Live Arlo. Shalom LaRae Cook Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time for your family. I have so many good memories of time spent with the Summers family over the years. They are all so fun loving and cheerful. We pray that you may be comforted. Judie Dresen judles42@hotmail.com I was so sorry to hear of Arlo's passing. He was a kind, intelligent man. How nice it is that you could have that beautiful trip to Israel together. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Ruth Byington Hofhine Shayne, Delaine, and family, It was sad to hear of your brother passing and so soon after losing your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. - Ruth