Joann Holtom

JoANN HOLTOM Apache Junction, AZ -- JoAnn Kay Burgess Holtom, 76, of Idaho Falls, passed away April 4, 2010, in Apache Junction, Arizona, of natural causes. JoAnn was born January 9, 1934, in Price, Utah, to H. G. Burgess and Ann Kay Burgess. She was raised in Colorado and attended schools there. After her graduation from high school, she continued her education at Ricks College, where she received her degree as a Registered Nurse. On May 11, 1956, she married Gary S. Holtom in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. Together they raised six children. She was a mother and a homemaker, as well as a nurse. She also lived in Rockford, Illinois, Scottsdale, Arizona, and Paradise Valley, Arizona. She and Gary spent their summers in Idaho Falls and their winters in Apache Junction, Arizona. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in many callings, including Relief Society president twice, Mesa Arizona Temple worker, and served a mission at the Mesa Arizona Temple Visitor’s Center. JoAnn enjoyed spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren. Survivors include: Husband: Gary S. Holtom, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Laura (Scott) Breyman, Pullman, WA Son: Scott (Arlene) Holtom, Enterprise, UT Son: Peter (Brenda) Holtom, Highland, UT Daughter: Suzanne (Crit) Rogers, Gilbert, AZ Daughter: Amy (Blaine) Thatcher, Pleasant Grove, UT Daughter: Kristin (Duane) Farley, Farmington, UT Step-Brother: H. G. (Busy) Burgess, Jr., Eckert, Colorado 21 Grandchildren & 3 Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents. Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 16, 2010, at Fielding Memorial Park Cemetery. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Gwen (Carter) Monson redlogm@gmail.com To Gary and family: I graduated from Nursing School with Jo Ann. I remember her and her roommate Wanda just across the hall from me. I remember her as a pleasant girl to be around. It sounds as if she has had a busy life. I am sure she will be missed. Gwen Monson and family Serena Davidson davmas@msn.com JoAnn was such a sweet lady, and I was saddened to hear of her passing. I really enjoyed sitting by her in Relief Society and visiting with her. Her faith shone through the difficulties she had to deal with at the end of her life, and she was a good example of enduring in patience to the end, as were the rest of you. We're sorry for your loss, and we will remember her with fondness. Our prayers are with you.