Henry Budeau

HENRY BUDEAU IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Henry Budeau, 90, of Idaho Falls, passed away April 26, 2010, at his home. He was under the care of Aspen Home Health and Hospice. Henry was born June 16, 1919, in Minot, North Dakota, the son of Samuel Budeau and Solomina Sulz Budeau. He grew up and attended schools in the area. He served as a Private in the U. S. Army during World War II. On July 21, 1942, he married Jeanne D. Nicodemus in Silverton, Oregon. They made their home in Orick, California, where he worked as a logger and heavy equipment operator in the logging industry. They later moved to Eureka, California, and then, following retirement, to Idaho Falls, Idaho. He was a member of the American Legion. His wife, Jeanne, preceded him in death on May 17, 1985. Survivors include: Daughter: Lenore (John) Katri, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Sharon (Rich) Lampi, Shelley, ID Daughter: Jacqueline (Pat) Vann, Lima, MT Son-in-law: Michael Whitmore, McKinleyville, CA Brother: Ernest (Louise) Budeau, Idaho Falls, ID Brother: Edward (Cheryl) Budeau, Minot, ND Sister: Esther Fiskum, San Jose, CA 6 Grandchildren & 12 Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife and a daughter, Carolyn Whitmore. Private family services will be held. Arrangements are under the direction of Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, Idaho Falls. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Russ & Bonnie Budeau budeaur@ndak.net I would like to express our sincere condolences for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with for a fine man and a great Uncle. God Bless, Russell & Bonnie Vern & Sharon Conlin sdcvkc@msn.com We have enjoyed knowing and visiting with Henry and enjoyed his dry and witty sense of humor through the years. Our condolences are with you and your families at this time. Friend and neighbors, Vern & Sharon Conlin Chey LeRoy bobandchey@violaview.com During this time of sorrow all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. I have wonderful memories of Uncle Henry and his charming smile. You can remember your family closeness with wonderful memories. My sympathy to you, Chey LeRoy Joan Mazzucola alocuzzam@aol.com Was so sorry to hear of Uncle Henry's death. I remember his straight face as he was teasing us and as Chey says then the big smile. Thinking of you. Joan Bonnie (Budeau) Vollmer ddiamond@gondtc.com It is with sincere sympathy you have my condolences in the loss of your loved one .