Helen Scheets

HELEN SCHEETS IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Helen Leah Reed Scheets, 84, of Idaho Falls, passed away March 8, 2008, at her home. She was born August 14, 1923 in Ririe, Idaho, to Freeman Reed and Lula Yearsley Reed. She attended local schools and graduated from Rigby High School. She received her teaching degree from Ricks College and taught elementary school in Rigby. She married Vernon John Scheets June 7, 1946 in Las Vegas. They made their home in Idaho Falls, where she worked as a homemaker, raising their three children and helping her husband run Jack's Chicken Inn, Big Springs Resort, and the Flamingo and Stardust Restaurants. Vernon preceded her in death on October 4, 1992. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She loved having her grandkids around and having large family gatherings. Survivors include: Son: Richard Reed (Brenda) Scheets, Hayden, ID Daughter: Marilyn (Clyde) Hegel, Post Falls, ID Son: Robert David (Teresa) Scheets, Idaho Falls, ID Brother: Paul (Deon) Reed, St. George, UT Sister: Freda Madsen, ID Sister: Afton Wilcox, ID Sister: Alice (Frank) Kinghorn, ID Sister: Norma (Dale) Waters, WA 11 Grandchildren & 22 Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and two brothers, Roy Reed and Calvin Reed. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 12, 2008, at Rose Hill Cemetery. The family will visit with friend for one hour at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge Avenue before proceeding to the cemetery. ------------------------------------ Condolences sent online : Robby Lynn Scheets Helen, thank you for the many, many years of friendship and love that you gave to me and your family. You'll always remain in our hearts, prayers, and thoughts. God Bless. Carol Clarkson-Timm My deepest sympathy goes out to each of you. Know that you in our thoughts during this time of loss. May you find comfort in each memory. Manuel & Brandi Moreno vassar71@hotmail.com To: Robbie & Teresa Scheets We love you both very much and are truly sorry for your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you every day. We are happy to know that you were able to spent many hours of your time with Helen. If you need anything we are here for you. Blake & Renae Mueller Our prayers and heartfelt sympathy go to your family at this time. I remember being small and seeing Aunt Helen downtown in Idaho Falls with her hair all done-up pretty and driving her mustang. It was always fun to go to her home. Blake & Renae Mueller Josh Aiman joshaiman@gmail.com Grandma was great--she always let me and Brandon's other friends play around after school and all summer and we'd rent movies and get loud and rowdy. She was always real cool, she'd watch TV in the kitchen and let us be. Thanks Helen for being my 3rd Grandma!