Edna Jorgensen

EDNA JORGENSEN Click here to view video of Edna's Life IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Edna L. Jorgensen, 82, died in the loving arms of her children on April 9, 2008, in Pocatello. Edna was born September 16, 1925, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to George and Bessy Edna Stewart Daley. She was the 11th of 13 children. She is survived by one sister, Beth Patton, of Simi Valley, California. She married Donald H. Thompson and to their union was born Donald Ray (Edith) Thompson. Donald was killed during action on Iwo Jima during the assault to Mount Surabachi during World War II. Following the war she met and married Edmund C. Burke in May, 1946, in Dillon, Montana. To their union was born three daughters, Joyce C. (Larry Sr.) Staker, Margaret Anne (Michael) Smith, and Linda C. (Ken Farley) Burke. Edmund passed away in 1974 after a long illness. In 1977, Edna married Carlyle L. Jorgensen. She helped him raise his three young daughters, Carlee (Tony) Wunderlich, Lisa Taylor, and Darla (Edward) Black. Edna was a lifelong resident of Idaho Falls until she moved to Shelley to live with daughter Lisa in 2000 and then to Pocatello in June, 2003, to live with her daughter, Linda Burke. Edna was a beautiful seamstress. All the years her children were growing up she made beautiful Easter dresses, prom dresses and doll dresses. Edna had a great love of music and a beautiful singing voice – she loved to sing for her family. In her later years she loved to crochet dolls and clothing for her grandchildren. Edna was a hardy camper and loved to put a worm on the hook and dip the fishing pole in the water. Edna and Carlyle spent many mornings of their retired years playing pinochle and many evenings on the dance floor. Edna was preceded in death by her parents, three husbands, six brothers, five sisters, and one great grandson. She is survived by all of her children, 18 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Edna was beloved by her family and will truly be missed. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 12, 2008, at the Berean Baptist Church, 2975 East First Street, with Pastor Todd Wood officiating. The family will visit with friends for one hour prior to the services Saturday at the church. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. ------------------------------------ Condolences received online: Aunt Billie Judy called to tell me how to find the obit on the Computer. I see you used the picture I sent you which is how I will always remember her. She was a wonderful mother to all of her children and stepchildren and when you feel blue, just remember this and also her great sense of humor. I love you all and will be there in spirit. Much love to all. Kali Mann To Carlee, Lisa and Darla, On behalf of Jarin and Lane, we wanted you to know that our prayers are with you during this time. The Bible helps us to cultivate such appealing qualities as compassion, love, joy, peace, kindness, and faith. (You girls are amazing in this regard!) Remain steadfast and strong and know that during your time of grief, we are with you in heart and prayer. We love you! Kali (granddaughter of Carlyle) Jarin and Lane Jorgensen (great grandsons) Doris Betonte betontes@cox.net Dear Donny Ray*, Joyce, Margaret Ann, and Linda, I was so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Her picture as a young woman looks much the same as I remember her--that's how long it's been since I last saw her. I think of all of you often, even though I haven't seen you in years. The last time was at Kris Peyron's wedding, and then only two of you. God willing, we will all see each other again. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you, now more than ever. Love, Aunt Doris *I'm sure you don't go by Donny Ray anymore, but that's all I ever knew you by. When I see you, I'll try to remember to call you Don. Barbara Reese jbreese@fretel.com Dear Donny Ray, Joyce, Margaret Anne, and Linda, Please accept our sympathy for the death of your mother. I am writing to you on behalf of my two sisters and myself - my name is Barbara Reese. Our mother was Margaret Burke Hernandez, she passed away in 2004. Uncle Ed and Aunt Edna were a part of our growing up years and I remember all of you coming to see us in Blackfoot. We were all pretty small then and that was a long time ago. I'm sorry we didn't keep in touch, but we heard here and there how you were over the years. The last time we saw your mother was at the headstone shop on Hitt Road. We were there with our mom picking out our dad's headstone and your mom came in to pick out her husband Carlyle's headstone, that was in 1997. We visited with her briefly and we were glad to see her once again, but it wasn't a good time for any of us. I remember Aunt Edna the most though, when I was in grade school and mom took us to eat at LeBaron's in Idaho Falls and Aunt Edna worked there. She took extra special care of our table and I certainly remember what she looked like at that time. I remember thinking what a pretty lady she was. Losing your mother is one of the hardest things you can go through - there is no one in this world like your mother. After our mom passed away I know it was life-changing for me. Aunt Ruth was telling us about when her mother died and she lived with Uncle Ed and Aunt Edna, space was kind of tight with her being there so Donny Ray (who was a little boy who didn't talk that well yet) and she shared a bed. At night she would cry because her mother was gone and Donny Ray would try and comfort her by saying "don't cry Aunt Roof," and she still remembers that. At least we all were able to have our mothers with us for a lot more years than Grandma Burke had with her children. When Grandma Burke died my mom and dad and your mom amd dad were married, but Aunt Ruth was in high school, Minin and Doris were only in grade school. So I guess we can be grateful for the many more years we had with our mothers. It would be great if someday we would be able to visit with one another -- but until then our hearts go out to you over the loss of your mother. Sincerely, Anne (Robison), Barbara (Reese), and Carmen (Hernandez) -- Joe and Margaret Hernandez daughters