James Emery

JAMES EMERY IDAHO FALLS, ID - James “Jim” Boyd Emery, 59, lifetime resident of Idaho Falls, passed away peacefully at his home from a rapidly progressing lung disease. He was born May 14, 1945, to James Boyd Emery and Velma Leona Rhoades Emery. Jim grew up in Idaho Falls and graduated from Bonneville High School. He married Janaye Elaine Durtschi on April 16, 1965. Jim was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was very giving of his time and possessions. He will be greatly missed by all. His five grandchildren, whom he loved dearly, will miss going “bumming,” to gun shows, fishing, 4-wheeling, out to breakfast, or just sitting up to the counter for a cookie. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Jim served in the electrical field throughout his life, working as a journeyman and was a member of the IBEW for 30 years. He taught electrical theory for the electrical apprenticeship program. He also owned Electri-Con Incorporated and later worked for Wasatch Electric as a Project Manager. He was a 25-year member of the Idaho Falls Russets Lions Club where he held every office, and was honored to receive the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, 4-wheeling, family and friends. He inherited the gift of cooking and entertaining from his mother. He looked forward to sharing good times with good friends and indulging in great food. Jim loved life and was blessed with many great friends. He had a great love for the outdoors, and enjoyed sharing fond memories of hunting and fishing adventures. If he didn't have an exciting story to tell, he could always entertain you with a good joke. Surviving are: Wife: Janaye Emery, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Danaye (Tim) Eaton, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Missie (Shawn) Biggs, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Alison (Clint) Keele, Idaho Falls, ID Brother: Dennis (Shelley) Emery, Provo, UT Brother: Bob (Cathy) Emery, Idaho Falls, ID Brother: John (Nola) Emery, Pleasant Grove, UT Sister: Anet (Randy) Bargett, Scotland 5 Grandchildren He was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson. Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 29, 2005, at the Wood Chapel of the Pines, 273 North Ridge, with Randy Hurley officiating. The family will visit with friends Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. and for one hour prior to the services on Tuesday, both at Wood Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Ucon Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home.