Kenneth Wagoner

KEN WAGONER IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Kenneth Wagoner, 81, of Ammon, died May 14, 2010, at his home. He was under the care of Hands of Hope Hospice. Ken was born July 22, 1928, in Idaho Falls, Idaho to Quincey Argus Wagoner and Lydia Pearl Rainsdon Wagoner. He attended schools in the area and graduated from Idaho Falls High School. On April 13, 1949, he married Laura Robinson Hatch in the Idaho Falls, LDS Temple. Together they raised four children. Ken was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was involved in scouting and earned the Silver Beaver award. He worked as a farmer and in the warehouse at ArtCo in Rexburg. Ken loved gardening, yard work, serving others, and spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Survivors include: Wife, Laura Wagoner, Ammon, ID Son: K. Vaughn (Arita) Wagoner, Caldwell, ID Son: Michael (Pam)Wagoner, Blackfoot, ID Daughter: Kenna (Lance) Carter, Sugar City, ID Son: Gary (Collette) Wagoner, Blackfoot Brothers: Roy Wagoner and Dale Wagoner, both of Idaho Falls, ID Sister: Dorothy Hill, Salt Lake City, UT 16 Grandchildren & 26 Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Dwain Wagoner. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 17, 2010 at the Ammon LDS 21st Ward Building (4030 John Adams Parkway) with Bishop Jeff Jones officiating. The family will visit with friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Sunday evening at Wood East Side, 963 South Ammon Road, and 10 to 10:45 a.m. prior to services at the church. Burial will be in the Ammon Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Connie Carter Kenna & family, You are in my prayers. Ken was a true gentleman, always so kind and pleasant. I know how hard it is too lose your Father. You are in my heart. Bob & Joyce Saunders bobjoy17@msn.com Vaughn I was saddened to see that your Father passed. It is a sobering time. My Father passed a year and a half ago. It really makes you appreciate what you have. Bob and Joyce Saunders Clint and Nancy Kingsford kings4000@msn.com Dear Sister Wagoner and Kenna, we express our deepest condolences to you and your family. We have fond memories of you in church and work associations during happier times. We always remember Brother and Sister Wagoner as sweet friendly people. It was always a delight to go past your place on Main Street and see the beautiful flowers and well kept yard. May the Saviors sweet spirit be with you during this difficult time. Kenneth Kelley wa7jqe@ida.net I was saddened to read Bro. Wagoner's obituary this evening. I immediately let my parents know. Hopefully their health will be well enough in the morning to attend the funeral. I wish we had read the obituaries earlier and I would have come over to the viewing this evening. It is now 9:00 PM and that time has past. Unfortunately I am required to work tomorrow. Martha Scott My sincerest condolences to you, Laura, and your family. Bishop Ken was a special person to me. His compassion for everyone was not always evident, but I knew it was there. His "early morning" snow shoveling of my walk and driveway will always be remembered as so special. mel@melaniehanni.com Listen With Your Heart Memories are a treasure Time cannot take away… So may you be surrounded By happy ones today… May all the love and tenderness Of special years well spent Come back today to fill your heart With beauty and content… And may you walk down MEMORY LANE And meet the one you love For while you cannot see him He'll be watching from above… And if you trust you're dreaming Your faith will make it true… And if you listen with your heart He'll come and be with you… So for his sake be happy And show him that his love Has proven strong and big enough To reach down from above… And you will never walk alone When Memory's Door swings wide… For you'll find that you're dear One. Is always by your side. By Helen Steiner Rice Dear Wagonoer Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May Heaven's choicest angels surround you a t the time loss of your dear husband, dad and grandpa. Reed and Melanie Hanni Steven & Becky Hadlock slhadlock@hotmail.com We send you all our Love. Ken is a wonderful man that set high standards for us. God bless you and your wonderful family. Patty Swarbrick Heffernan My deepest sympathy to Laura and family. I have fond memories of Kenny. Sincerely, Patty