Leah Larsen

LEAH LARSEN Click here to view a video of Leah's life IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Leah Cramer Larsen, 86, of Idaho Falls, died November 26, 2007, at Pine Brook Assisted Living Center. She was under the care of Hands of Hope Hospice. She was born October 17, 1921, in Ucon, Idaho, to Alfred Cramer and Emily Tyler Cramer. She grew up and attended schools in the area, graduating from Ucon High School. She then attended Ricks College, where she earned an Associate Degree. On July 27, 1945, she married Ivan Leo Larsen in the Logan LDS Temple in Logan, Utah. He preceded her in death November 20, 1964. She was a mother and homemaker and also worked as a seamstress and bank teller. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in both Primary and Relief Society presidencies. She enjoyed sewing, quilting crocheting, cooking, and crafts. Leah especially loved her family and the time she spent with them. Survivors include: Son: Dale (Lynda) Larsen, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Gary (Kathy) Larsen, Nampa, ID Daughter: DeAnn (Phillip) Peterson, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Brent (Jacque) Larsen, Idaho Falls, ID 18 Grandchildren & 32 Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; six sisters, Dora, Rozilla, Stella, Vera, Ethel, and her twin, Rhea; and a brother, Lowell. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, November 30, 2007, at the Idaho Falls LDS 24th Ward, 1155 First Street, with Doug Hillman officiating. The family will visit with friends Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, and Friday from 1 to 1:45 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in Fielding Memorial Park under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. -------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Dale Wheeler dlwheel@msn.com My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your mother and grandmother was a special lady. Gary shared his love and stories of her with me many times. You are all blessed to have been her children. Garry and Cathy Anderson garrycathy@msn.com Brent and Jaque, we are unable to make it to the funeral and wanted to express our love and appreciation to you. We are sorry for your loss and are here if you need us. Take care of yourselves and each other. You are in our prayers. Take Care -- Garry and Cathy Granny Peterson, Keith & Joyce, Doug & Jodi, Bill & Laina & families Phil & Deann & family and the Larsen family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear Mom, Grandma, & Great Grandma. May you be blessed and comforted at this time. Although we cannot be there with you please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Roma Christensen rsc@ida.net I just read about the loss of your dear mother. She was a very special person. I really enjoyed getting to know her and to get her help with genealogy. She was an outstanding mother. You have much to be grateful for. What an honor it is to be her family. I wish you blessings and comfort during this time of loss. And I wish you many memories to bring you happiness when you think about this remarkable woman. With Love, Roma Christensen Stephanie Strand Reed stephaniesr_98@yahoo.com I have such wonderful memories of Mrs. Larsen. I am sending you all my thoughts and prayers.