Gayla Earl Jensen

GAYLA J. JENSEN IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Gayla Jean Earl Jensen, 65, of Idaho Falls, died April 26, 2006, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center from complications of surgery. She was born October 29, 1940, in Idaho Falls to William Thayne Earl and Lillian Sams Earl. She grew up and attended schools in the area, graduating from Idaho Falls High School. She also earned a cosmetology degree. On April 13, 1960, she married Dale Jay Jensen in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. She was a mother and homemaker and worked as a beautician and cosmetologist. She had worked with the Miss Idaho Falls Pageant, been involved with an unwed mothers program, and was a hospital volunteer. As an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she had served as President of the Young Women’s, Relief Society and Primary organizations, Relief Society advisor at BYU-I, and numerous other callings. She enjoyed gardening, collecting porcelain dolls, ceramics, traveling, going to the cabin, snow machining, boating and animals. Gayla especially loved entertaining and spending time with her family. Survivors are: Husband: Dale Jay Jensen, Idaho Falls Son: Steven D. (LeAnn) Jensen, Idaho Falls Daughter: Tamera J. (Graig) Ralph, Idaho Falls Daughter: Sandra K. (Kirt) Hillam, Idaho Falls Brother: Dennis T. (Susan) Earl, Mesa, AZ Sister: Susan D. (Brent) Williams, Mesa, AZ Sister: Debra J. (Barlow) Hatch, Mesa, AZ 11 Grandchildren Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 29, 2006, at the Idaho Falls LDS Shadow Mountain Ward (3721 Shadow Mountain Trail), with Bishop John Strobel officiating. The family will visit with friends Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home (273 N. Ridge) and for one hour prior to the services Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Fielding Memorial Park. ----------------------------------------------------------- Condolences sent online: Brad & Ruby Snarr Dear Steve, LeAnn & family, We are so sorry to hear about your mother/grandmothers passing and wanted you to know that you all are in our thoughts & prayers. Sincerely, Brad & Ruby Snarr & family Warren Walters [warren@waltersproduce.com] We are sorry to learn of the passing of your wife and mother. We extend our heartfelt sympathy and condolences to you and your families. I think I only met Gayla one time at your home. But, I very much remember what a lovely and gracious lady she was. May all of you be comforted at this time with our knowledge of the resurrection and plan of salvation. Warren and Barbara Walters Trudy Stokes Kelly [trudykelly@msn.com] Dear Dale, My maiden name is Trudy Tucker. I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Gayla. She was a dear class-mate of mine for many years. We go back to Hawthorn Grade School and the 6th & 12th Ward's Primary and MIA and grew up in the same neighborhood. I always had a real connection with Gayla, even though we didn't connect much as adults. That childhood fondness was always there and also a deep respect and affection for Gayla. My deepest Sympathies. Lynette Cheney [l_cheney@msn.com] I was saddened to hear of Gayla's passing. She was a wonderful woman and bright light in our neighborhood. Condelences to all of you, and best wishes in getting through this difficult time. From all of the Cheneys Jeanne Waters (jkwat1@aol.com) I am so sorry to hear of Gayla's passing away, she was such a sweet lady, always so kind. I have thought about her since I left Dr West's employment. With her kindness and caring for others she made an impression in my life and she will not be forgotten. I hope she forgave me, if I ever hurt her, when I would take her cast off.