Latresa Imus

LATRESA EGAN IMUS Click here to view LaTresa's Video Tribute BOUNTIFUL, UT -- LaTresa Marie Egan Imus, 46, of Bountiful, Utah, formerly of Idaho Falls, passed away February 26, 2010 at her home. LaTresa was born September 19, 1963 in Rigby, Idaho, to Virgil B. Egan and Ida LaRae Wages Egan. She was eagerly welcomed by a sister (LaHoma) and three brothers (Marshall, Robert and Gordon). She grew up on the family farm and was affectionately nicknamed “Teece” She attended schools in the Ucon area and graduated from Bonneville High School in Idaho Falls. She continued her education in nursing, training at Eastern Idaho Technical College and worked at Riverview Hospital in Idaho Falls. After moving to Salt Lake City, Utah, she worked at the University of Utah Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital for 18 years. During this time, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Regis University. LaTresa loved her nursing career and many benefited from her specialized care. We are so proud of all that she accomplished. On July 27, 2007, she married Austin Imus in Las Vegas, Nevada. They made their home in Bountiful which they shared with their dogs Maggie, Ahushe and Kona. At the time of her death, she was working as a registered nurse at the Veterans Hospital in Salt Lake City. She was also teaching a class at Westminster College and also attending to earn her Master’s Degree in nursing education. She would have graduated in May and recently received her Honor’s pin in Education. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. LaTresa enjoyed quilting, crocheting, gardening, target shooting, reading, painting, and traveling. She and Austin traveled to several exotic locations. They also enjoyed spending time on their boat at Lake Powell. Many of the family get-togethers were orchestrated by LaTresa. She loved having all of her family around and particularly doted on her nephews and nieces as if they were her own children. She became a mentor to them as they grew older. Her caring personality and wonderful sense of humor put everyone at ease. We are all better because of her influence in our lives. We love and miss our beloved “Treece.” LaTresa is survived by Husband: Austin Blair Imus, Bountiful, UT Mother: Ida LaRae Egan, Idaho Falls, ID Sister: LaHoma (DeeLynn) Housley, Idaho Falls, ID Brother: Marshall (Annette) Egan, Idaho Falls, ID Brother: Robert (Debbie) Egan, Idaho Falls, ID Brother: Gordon (Lana) Egan, Idaho Falls, ID and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her father, Virgil B. Egan. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 6, 2010 at the Clark Shelton LDS Church, 198 North 4300 East, Ririe, with Bishop Danny Ferguson officiating. The family will visit with friends on Friday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home East Side, 963 S. Ammon Rd., and on Saturday from 10 - 10:45 a.m. at the church prior to services. Burial will be in the Ririe-Shelton Cemetery . ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Jo Ann Watson gmaoften@yahoo.com Our family is saddened to hear of your family loss. We send our condolences to the family. Greg Smith smithyouknow@juno.com I had the good opportunity to work with Tresa for six years in SLC. She was a sweet compassionate person to the patients and the staff. Really, everyone who got to know her loved her, among them me. She had a wonderful sense of humor, she was spiritual and adventurous. She as a “cool girl” she loved mustangs. I will miss her dearly. I want to thank her family for giving her to us, to be with us, as long as she did. I’m honored to have known her and her goodness to others. Gail Nelson We are all so deeply saddened by Tresa's death. She was a wonderful instructor at Westminster College School of Nursing, and always a pleasure to visit with, both in and out of the class setting. Tresa would always take an extra look at a situation with her students, and work to help them experience and expand their view of their clinical setting. She was an active contributor and participant in our class faculty meetings. We will miss her so much. Our prayers are with you. Melyn Henderson lovelygreybug@msn.com Tresa was an amazing woman. As one of her many students, I greatly admired her and wanted to emulate her in so many ways. She was funny and had a great sense of humor. I am so sorry for the great loss that you have experienced. Pat Devlin pat.devlin@hsc.utah.edu We have known each other for many years. You were my best friend and closest confidant. I will miss you terribly and you will always be in my heart. Be at peace my friend. I love you, Pat Jaime Hartzell jhartzel65@comcast.net I had the pleasure of working and being friends with this earthly angel. She touched so many different lives in so many different ways. I will miss her smile and her caring ways. She had a great sense of humor and I don't believe she ever met a stranger. My heart goes out to those she has left behind, her husband, her family and a multitude of friends. She was such a blessing and touched us all in so many ways. She will never be forgotten and will stay in our hearts forever and we meet her again. May we take what she shared with us and continue passing it to those we come in contact with. We love you, Tresa. Jennifer Self jdm1017@westminstercollege.edu Tresa was my clinical instructor last winter at Westminster College. She made such an impact on my education and how I grew as a nursing student. Because of her guidance, I know I will be a better nurse, and a better person. My heart goes out to your family. She was an amazing person. Carol Jeffers cjeffers@westminstercollege.edu I have known Tresa for the last two years, since she began her Master's Program in Nursing Education at Westminster College. She has learned so much, worked so hard, and has grown as an educator. She taught us all so much and it will be hard to get through to graduation without her with us. My deepest condolences to her family, friends, peers, and colleagues. Nea Akayla neaakayla@yahoo.com Tresa inspired me with her wisdom, kindness, wit, and beauty. I send my condolences to her many friends and family. I am sorry for our loss, Tresa is (present tense intended) a wonderful woman. Colleen Mann colleen.mann@id.usda.gov I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Tresa, how difficult it must be for you. I knew Tresa as a child having grown up in the community. She was the lively “Little Sister” who was fun to play with and tease. I have fond memories of her, and the greatest respect for the Egan Family. I hope that your memories sustain you in the future, providing you with a smile! Marilyn Smith I had the great privilege of being one of Tresa's instructors at Westminster College. She was a wonderful person; kind, compassionate, gentle, with a delightful sense of humor. She brought so much to our class and she will be truly missed. Stephanie Zimmer szimmer@westminstercollege.edu My very sincere condolences to her family. What a classy lady that I had the distinct privilege of teaching with @ Westminster College. I truly admired her and was so impressed with her nursing expertise. May God's love enfold you, His peace comfort you, His hope restore you, as you journey through this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss you, Tresa...fly with the angels! Stephanie Craig & Karma Burtenshaw kcburtenshaw@yahoo.com Ida Egan and LaTresa's brothers and sisters We were sadden to hear of the sudden death of your little sister, Treece. She was a sweetheart and a dear and caring person. Our prayers go with you as you find peace and comfort in the gospel of Jesus Christ, our Master, who knows all things. Keep her smile and laughter ever present within you. Love, Craig & Karma Burtenshaw Leroy & Jackie Johnson LaRae and family, We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rachel Papenfuss Tresa was an important person in my life and countless others. She had a special spirit that will forever carry on in all our lives. My sympathy goes out to all those mourning the loss of this remarkable woman. Trish Olney I am so sorry to hear of Tresa's passing. Even though we had lost touch with each other the past few years, I have wonderful memories of her. She was a beautiful, talented person and a great friend. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers will be with her family. Corinna Converse Jones and Family Corinna.Jones@gmail.com Tresa was a high school friend of mine. I am so thankful and blessed to have known her in my life. She was always a kind person with a postive outlook on life. We have not seen each other in years--however, I have never forgotten what kind of person she was. A good, loving soul. I pray for her family, friends, and loved ones who are missing her. Now she is back home she can rest and be at peace. Lori Crase lorisuecrase@msn.com Tresea was an clinical instructor of mine during my phych. rotation. She was a smart and spunky woman and I was very shocked and sadened my the announcement of her death. I offer love and peace to her family and friends during this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you. Lori Crase Kathy James djames99@msn.com Our sincere prayers go with each of you as you process your loss. I so much appreciate the opportunity I have had to know her and see her contagious smile and twinkle in her teasing eyes. We can each keep some of that within us to celebrate her! Kathy James RN, SLC (and husband Dan)