Judd Melgaard

JUDD MELGAARD IDAHO FAlls, ID -- Judd Leon Melgaard, 67, of Idaho Falls, passed away March 13, 2010, at his home. Judd was born May 18, 1942, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to George Leon Melgaard and Cora Fay Lee Melgaard. He graduated from Idaho Falls High School and attended classes at Idaho State University. On November 24, 1965, he married Edna May “Peachi” Fearheller in Idaho Falls. Together they raised four children. He was a lifelong resident of Idaho Falls and was the owner of a delivery service. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Judd enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping with his family. He especially loved spending time with his grandkids. Survivors include: Wife: Peachi Melgaard of Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Amelia (Joseph) Muffler of Idaho Falls Son: Judd Leon II (Janette) Melgaard of Lewisville, ID Daughter: Sara (Rob Hannan) Farnes of Idaho Falls, ID Son: Justin Lee (Sharon Lopez) Melgaard of Ammon, ID Sisters: Cheryl (Jerry) Steven of Mt. Home, ID; Debra West of Idaho Falls, and Patty (Steve) Janney of West Virginia Brother: Jeff Lynn (Kim) Melgaard of Rigby, ID 18 Grandchildren: John E. Smith, Joshua R. Muffler, Jacob S. Muffler, Joseph S. Muffler, A.J. Smith, Shantelle, Jordan, Shelisa Melgaard, Keith J. Farnes, Ryan J. Farnes, Todd B. Farnes, Alainna J. Hannan, Janie M. Hannan, Brad Hannan, Brittany Hannan, Shay Lopez-Stacey, Taisen Lopez-Scharer, and Makel Lopez-Scharer. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 20, 2010, at Wood Funeral Home, 273 North Ridge Avenue. The family will visit with friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, and 10 - 10:45 a.m. Saturday prior to services, both at Wood Funeral Home.. Burial will be in Ammon Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Steve and Deb McCullough Jeff and Family; Steve and I are so sorry to hear about your brother, Judd. May your memories of him give you comfort at this most difficult time. You and your family are in our prayers. Beverly Grover Peachi, So sorry to hear about Judd. I think of all the good times we had and with our kids when we were all younger. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Beverly Grover Misty Hawley hawlmist@cableone.net Sara & Family, I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. The memories you have can never be replaced. My deepest sympathy, Your friend, Misty Hawley Mary Ellen Young moggie@acableone.net Peaches, So sorry about Judd, I know some what of what you are feeling right now. May the Lord bless and comfort you at this time and in the future. If I can help you in any way, please let me know, you're in my prayers. Mary Ellen Steve Webster 1tcb@walla.com So sorry to hear about Judd. He was a very good man and a good friend for years. If I ever had anything to ship it was Judd who I called. I will miss seeing him now and then. Steve Webster (former owner, Cherokee Wrecking} Hall's Town & Country Plumbing (Bob & Annabel & Adrianne) annabellahall@gmail.com Will miss that honk of the white van that brought up supplies to us and this Lost River Valley. Peachi & Judd were the best. Please except our deepest condolences to the Melgaard Family. Mary Anne Fox maryanne@maryannefox.com Sara, Peachi and family, You have my deepest sympathy. I hope you are coping OK and that he didn't suffer. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Let me know if you are need of anything. Love, Mary Anne and Devon Thomas Wood Floors (Larry Thomas) I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with your family in this time of grief. I have always appreciated the prompt and courteous delivery service provided to me here in Salmon. Bonnie Marshall purplebkm@msn.com Justin, I give my condolence to you and your family. I only met your father a few times, but he was a very nice man. To you, Justin, I am so sorry for your loss. He is in God's arms now. Bonnie K Marshall Frank Corey jfcorey65@gmail.com Sorry to hear of Judd's passing. He always had a bright personality in high school. I think I remember seeing him at Target. Did not recognize him after all these years. The newspaper picture rang a bell. Frank Corey