Franklin Flint

FRANK FLINT IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Franklin Hyde Flint, 97, of Idaho Falls, passed away September 19, 2008, at his home. He was under the care of Dr. Scott Taylor and Hospice of Eastern Idaho. Franklin Hyde Flint was born June 15, 1911, to Franklin B. Flint and Mabel Simmons Hyde Flint at Layton, Davis County, Utah. At a very young age the family moved to Downey, Idaho, where he grew up. After graduating from high school he went to work in a garage with automobile and replacement parts. He spent most of his life in various phases of this business. On November 19, 1944, he married Lorraine Rudd, in Parker, Idaho. The marriage was solemnized on July 10, 1953 in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. They made their home in Buhl until 1950. They moved to Twin Falls, where he became general manger of all Motor Mercantile stores in the area. In 1974, he went to the College of Southern Idaho as an instructor of parts counter sales, writing the curriculum and establishing a course of study for the program for nine years. He then became purchasing agent for the vocational department until his retirement on February 28, 1998, having served 24 years at CSI. In 1999 he and Lorraine moved to Idaho Falls, to be closer to family. Lorraine preceded him in death on August 25, 2005. He was one of the founders of the Automotive Wholesales of Idaho, and served as its president for two terms, and on the board of directors for many years. He was a lifetime member of the Pacific Automotive Show. He also was on the board of directors of the Twin Falls Housing Authority for ten years, serving as chairman of the board for four years. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in many positions of responsibility. At the time of his death he was a High Priest. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed camping, fishing, and golf with his family and friends. Survivors include: Son: Dr. Gregory L. (Joan) Flint, Boise, ID Son: Douglas H. (Patty) Flint, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Barbara A. Flint, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Dr. LaNay F. (Gordon) Davis, St. Paul, MN Daughter-In-Law: Evalyn I. Flint, Tucson, AZ 17 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Lorraine; a son, Franklin S. Flint; two brothers, Osmond H. Flint and John R. Flint; and sister, Marie Miller. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, September 25, 2008, at Ammon 18th Ward, 4459 John Adams Parkway, with Bishop Rod Draney officiating. The family will visit with friends Wednesday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home East Side, 963 S. Ammon Road and Thursday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the church prior to services. Burial will be in the Parker Cemetery. --------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Jim Johnstone jimjohn@cableone.net We offer our condolences to your family. The Johnstone family lived across the street from your parents in Twin Falls from 1963 until 1976. Our parents were friends and my sister Jean knew and went to school with Doug and Barbara. Your parents were good to us and were good people. Again Jean and I express our deepest sympathies. Colin Randolph crandolph@csi.edu Frank was a mentor of mine when I was a brand new CSI instructor. His office was right next to mine and he was always helpful to me. Even after he retired he came in to have that cup of "coffee" with us. It was a welcome visit. I think of him often as I use the plastic section dividers that I still use from his parts counter class. Some of us who taught in that Retailing Education department think of and talk about him often. He will be missed here at CSI. Colin Randolph, Management and Entrepreneurial Training Carol & Rodger Jensen Doug and Patty . . . we were saddened to read about your father. Please know we care and express our love and sympathy to all of you at this tender time. May you be blessed with comfort and peace. Tim and Sandra (Rudd) Sigmon and Boys We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Frank's passing. Wish we could deliver our condolences in person, but please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. With All Our Love... Diane Graham dhgraham@hotmail.com I was going to come for the funeral but have not been feeling well and decided Salt Lake to Idaho Falls and back in one day would be a bit too much. What wonderful memories I have of Uncle Frank during our summers together at the cabin. It seems he was always doing something i.e., inventing a shower, making all kinds of improvements. I am so glad for the couple of hours we had to visit this past August. He was still very sharp mentally as was Mom before she passed away. The Flint side of the family has given us some very good traits! Again, I wish I could be there with you all to celebrate the life of this wonderful man. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Fred and Diane Graham