Barbara Heileson

BARBARA HEILESON Click here to view video tribute IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Barbara Claire Heileson, 80, of Idaho Falls, died January 7, 2008, at Idaho Falls Health & Rehab of natural causes. She was born July 25, 1927, in Rexburg, Idaho, to Ralph Ammon Heileson and Thora Ellen Ricks Heileson. She grew up in Felt, attended Tetonia Elementary School and graduated from Madison High School. She also graduated from Ricks College with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. While she was in college, she became ill with bacterial meningitis, which progressed into encephalitis. Although she recovered, her illness greatly curtailed her ability to care for herself. She taught school for three years before her illness at Lincoln Elementary. Since the death of her mother in 1971, she has lived with her sister Joanne in Ammon. An active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she had perfect attendance in Sacrament Meeting for 45 years; she was an accomplished pianist and accompanied Relief Society and Primary for many years. She enjoyed playing the piano, embroidery, and crocheting. Survivors include: Sister: Joanne (Nolan) Jorgensen of Idaho Falls, ID Sister: Marian (Troy) Butler of Alta, WY Sister: Dorothy (Glenn) Dalling of Sugar City, ID Sister: Patricia (John A.) Hillman of Sugar City, ID Sister: Sara Lee (David) Gibb of Provo, UT Brother: Ralph Kent (Nicki) Heileson of Centerville, UT She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, January 14, 2008, at the Ammon LDS 15th Ward, 3934 East 49th South, with Bishop Brett Acor officiating. The family will visit with friends Monday for one hour prior to the services at the church. Burial will be in the Cache-Clawson Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. ------------------------------------ Condolences Received Online: Maren Henderson am_henderson@hotmail.com I am so sorry for your loss. I spent time with Barbara on a daily basis, and will miss her genuine smile and her great stories. I am truly a better person for knowing her. I am so glad for the comfort of knowing that she is happy and comfortable now. I sure hope they have a stack of puzzles waiting for her! May our Heavenly Father comfort you. Rex and Marjorie Jo Coles rcoles2305@aol.com Dear Joanne, Sorry to hear about Barbara. She was a special lady and I so enjoyed our association as we served with you in the Stake Relief Society. You were a saint to serve her so faithfully for all of these years. I admire you so for your kindness and goodness to her. We are down in St. George and will be unable to attend the funeral, but hope you know of our love for you and those of your family we know. Thanks for being such a great example to us. Love, Rex and Marjorie Jo Delmar & Myrna Anderson, Ruby Smith myrna@fairpoint.com Dear Joanne and family of Barbara, We were saddened to read of Barbara's passing and want you to know that we are thinking of you and pray for Heavenly Father's comforting spirit will bless you at this hard time. All our love, Delmar&Myrna Anderson and Ruby Smith Lorna (Patterson) Erickson So sorry to hear about Barbara. I was out of town and didn't hear of her passing till several days later. Joann , you were her angel and such and example of perfect Christlike love . You are such an elect lady. I will always love and respect you greatly. My prayers are with you . love, Lorna Erickson