Mary Sanderson

BETH SANDERSON IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Mary Beth Hansen Sanderson, 90, of Idaho Falls, passed away March 9, 2009, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. Beth was born September 28, 1918, in Iona to Charles Walter Hansen and Mary Ann Lee Hansen. She grew up working in her father’s store, the Iona Merc. She attended schools in the area, graduating from Iona High School. She continued her education at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where she received her Bachelor's Degree in Education. It was while attending BYU that she met Devon, the love of her life. On June 8, 1939, she married Lloyd Devon Sanderson in Provo. Their marriage was solemnized in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple on January 4, 1946. Devon preceded her in death on January 15, 1989. She was a devoted mother and homemaker. Beth taught school for 25 years, starting at Bush Elementary School in Idaho Falls. Most of her career was spent teaching at Bonneville Jr. High School. Beth was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in the Relief Society and Primary organizations. She was active in the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers and served as Captain. Beth was a devoted mother and grandmother and excelled at gardening, canning vegetables and fruit grown on the Iona property. She also enjoyed sewing, reading, directing drama plays at school and melodramas for the City of Iona for a number of years during the summer. Survivors include: Son: C. Devon (Judy)Sanderson, Salt Lake City, UT Son: Winn (Barbara) Sanderson, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Maria (Clayne) Anderson, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Scott (Lori) Sanderson, Boise, ID Daughter: Kathy (David) Wright, Chicago, IL Daughter: Pamela (David) Metcalf, Salt Lake City, UT Son: Kevin (Sandra) Sanderson, Burnsville, MN Beth is also survived by 28 Grandchildren, 18 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings; her husband; and her daughter Kristy. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 2009, at the Iona LDS 2nd Ward, Highway 26 and 55th East, with Bishop Byard Cox officiating. The family will visit with friends on Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home East Side (963 S. Ammon) and on Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in the Iona Cemetery. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Jane Shaw Mrs. Sanderson was my 8th grade drama and reading teacher. She taught me to love to read and now at 50 years old I still read constantly and love it. I will always remember her for that. My heart felt sympathies go to your family. I know how much you will miss this lovely woman. Dallas J.B. Hatch daljbh1933@yahoo.com Dear Sanderson Family: Please know of my sympathy at this closing of an era. What an outstanding family! My memories take me back to the Bonneville High School Days when Keven was teaching band there and later as I was teaching Christie at Iona. Your folks were an inspiration to me then. I was pleased when our paths crossed again at Hatch Clinic. Harvey depended so very much on DeVon in holding that place together. He loved him as a brother. Beth was always there with her happy positive outlook,love and support. What great memories I have of them during those years. I'm grateful for their lives and know that the best part is yet to come. Sincerely, Dallas Burns Hatch Jan Valin janvalin59@msn.com The family of Beth Sanderson, Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss. I didn't know Mrs Sanderson well, because we are the "Canadian cousins" but I thought she was a very warm, caring and fun-loving lady. She must have been a fine woman. She raised a wonderful son, Kevin, worthy of marrying my sister! I know without a doubt, she is next to the love of her life, and is surrounded with the love and company of those who went before her. My thoughts and strengths are with you, to help you get through this most difficult time. With Hugs for you all, Jan Valin, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada Marjorie Brewer marge_brewer_9@q.com Maria & Other Family I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. On behalf of myself and all teachers, we are grateful for the many lives touched by Beth in her profession. She was my sweet friend. Keith Steele steele542@yahoo.com My condolences to your family with the passing of your mother. She was a caring neighbor and a great teacher. Keith Steele Becky Haggard Blair To the Sanderson Family, I'm so sorry to hear about Beth's passing. I was just talking about her yesterday to some friends at work. She was one of my favorite teachers while in Jr. High. I appreciated her love of literature and loved the life she added to stories she read during class. Always close at hand were three things...the book, the reading glasses, and the hankie. Pam, I have many fond memories of time spent at your home. I remember games played at your birthday parties, playing the piano, and listening to the Carpenters album. I always felt welcome there. I will always have a place in my heart for the Sanderson family.