Cleo Homer

MAURINE O. HOMER Click here to view Maurine's Video Tribute IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Cleo Maurine Olsen Homer, 84, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, died September 27, 2009 at Life Care Center of Idaho Falls, of causes incident to age. Her loving husband, Gareth, was at her side at the time of her death, as he had been every day since she moved to Life Care Center over three years ago. Maurine was born November 12, 1924, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Sylvan Olson and Mary Hannah (Mae) Green Olson. She grew up and attended schools in Idaho Falls, and graduated from Idaho Falls High School in 1942. Maurine was married to her high-school sweetheart and eternal companion, Gareth B. Homer, on October 4, 1945, in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in the Relief Society, the Young Women, and the Primary. She was an ordinance worker in the Idaho Falls Temple, and served for three years at her husband’s side when they presided over the Michigan Dearborn Mission of the LDS Church from 1986 to 1989. She was a famed and excellent cook and seamstress. She enjoyed all aspects of homemaking. She particularly loved gardening, and dedicated hundreds of hours to preparing large scrapbooks of family activities and photographs. She was known, above all, for her compassion and empathy, particularly for those from humble economic circumstances—a reflection of her own humble upbringing. Survivors include: Husband: Gareth B. Homer –Idaho Falls, ID. Son: Stephen G. (Cyndee) Homer – West Jordan, UT Son: Craig M. Homer – Clearfield, UT Son: David R. (Diane) Homer – West Jordan, UT Son: Kevin B. (Trish) Homer – Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Wendy Maurine (Brad) Homer Jones – Farmington, UT Son: Marc J. (Kathleen) Homer – Hibbard, ID Brother: Robert L. Olson – Paradise, CA She was preceded in death by: her parents; a sister: Elayne O. Nicholls; and four brother: Veryl R. Olson, Dale Olson, Hartley Olson, and Ralph Olson. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 2, 2009, at the 14th LDS Ward, 651 Gladstone, Idaho Falls, Idaho, with her son, Bishop David R. Homer, officiating. The family will visit with friends Thursday evening, October 1, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home (273 North Ridge, Idaho Falls, Idaho, and Friday from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in Fielding Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations may be made to the Primary Children’s Hospital at: Primary Children’s Medical Center Foundation 100 North Mario Capecchi Drive P.O. Box 58249 Salt Lake City, UT 84158-0249 The family also suggests that, in lieu of flowers, you visit any old person in any nursing home, anywhere, any time. --------------------------------------------- Condlences received online: Leslie Mason Jean lejean@juno.com Kevin and Wendy, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Kevin, thank you for your comfort when my mother passed seven years ago. I know it is a hard time but I know my parents and your mother are in a far better place. Leslie Rik & Beryl Wadholm Riknbcs@hotmail.com You're in our prayers every day. Let us know if we can help. With sincere heartfelt love, Rik & Beryl Jolene Herndon Kevin Homer and Family, I am so sad for the loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers! Ruby Sharp Dear Gareth and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. I know how many hours of love and devotion you gave Maurine -- especially these past few years. May the Lord Bless and comfort you. Love, Ruby Sharp and family Karen Snyder karen@idahohomehealth.com Kevin and Homer family, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and we are thinking of you at this time. Dallas J.B. Hatch Dear Gareth and family: I was saddened to read of the passing of Maurine. My fondest memories of working in the Stake Relief Society include Maurine. I think of her happy, positive influence on me and those involved. She improved our attitudes and dispositions. She was truly a "giver" of time, talent and possessions. I take comfort in knowing that the best part is yet to come. Love and Sympathy, Dallas Willem Methorst willem.methorst@nl.abb.com We feel with you and wish you all the best. Old Missionairy from Holland. Willem Methorst and family James Gill james.gill@nationaltrust.org.uk My heart felt thoughts are with you all especially Priesdent Homer. Your wife was so good to us missionaries in the Dearborn Mission.