Helen Harmer

HELEN HARMER Click here to view a video of Helen's life IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Helen Ann Irwin Harmer, 73, of Idaho Falls, died May 11, 2008, at her home. Helen was born September 20, 1934, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to James Elmer Irwin and Winifred Catherine Wall Irwin. She attended Hawthorne Elementary, O.E. Bell Jr. High and graduated from Idaho Falls High School. She obtained a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Brigham Young University. She married Kenneth W. Harmer April 21, 1955, in Idaho Falls, Idaho. They were later divorced. She worked as a bank teller at The Bank of Commerce. She had teaching assignments at elementary schools in Ririe, Salmon and Mackay. She was a private postal contractor for the air express mail for over eight years. Helen returned to banking and worked at The Bank of Commerce until her retirement. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Helen enjoyed craft shows, quilting, watching the Utah Jazz, supporting her family, and reading. Survivors include: Daughter: Jacquelynn (Bob) Morgan, Murray, UT Grandson: Ruston Morgan, Murray, UT Granddaughter: Magina Morgan, Murray, UT Sister: Alice (Tom) Haga, Idaho Falls, ID Nephew: Brian S. Haga, Idaho Falls, ID Nephew: Steven (Lesley) Haga, Salt Lake City, UT Niece: Andrea (Mike) Klukis, Menan, ID Nephew: Scott Irwin, Butte, MT Nephew: Greg Irwin, Blackfoot, ID Niece: Kelly Williamson, Twin Falls, ID She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Naoma; and a brother, J. Richard Irwin. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, May 17, 2008, at the Idaho Falls 15th Ward, 2051 South Emerson, with Bishop Steve Parry officiating. The family will visit with friends Friday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, and Saturday from 9 to 9:30 a.m. at the church. Burial will be at a later date in Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. ------------------------------------ Condolences received online: Tammy Olsen tolsen@co.jefferson.id.us Your mother was my 1st grade teacher at Ririe. I have lots of fond memories of her and her kindness. She was a great teacher and a very nice lady. I know what it is like to lose a mother and I know that they are always watching over their children and grandchildren. You have my sincere sympathy and love at this time. Leann Helen was my Kindergarten and 3rd Grade teacher at Mackay. She was a great teacher. I just wanted to let you know that she touched many lives. I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. Asako(Haga) & James Miyamoto jtmnor@aol.com We received word of your loss and offer our deepest sympathy. Del Sprague delsprague@msn.com I am sorry to hear of Helen passing way. I would like to extend my sympathy to the family. Sincerely, Del Sprague Marva Kortum Grimm marvalous55@hotmail.com I was so sorry to hearing of your mom's passing. I'd love to get in touch with you, Jackie. Your mom was like a mother to me during high school. Love, Marva