Myron "Mike" Richins

MIKE RICHINS IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Myron Ether “Mike” Richins, 85, of Idaho Falls, passed away November 3, 2007, at his home of cancer. He was under the care of Hands of Hope Hospice. He was born January 23, 1922, in Victor, Idaho, to Joseph Ether Richins and Julia Cherry Richins. He grew up in Teton Valley and graduated from Victor High School. He served in the U. S. Army during World War II and Vietnam. He married Donna Josephson July 20, 1946, and they divorced in 1960. He married Gayl Lovell Harker March 11, 1961 in Elko, Nevada. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. Gayl passed away August 31, 2001. He worked at the Driggs Cash Garage as an auto mechanic following World War II. In 1954 he started working full-time for the U. S. Army National Guard. He retired as a Chief Warrant Officer W4 in 1982. He moved to Idaho Falls 48 years ago and had wintered in Overton, Nevada, the past 25 years. He married Jean Esther Sermon June 17, 2002, in Jackson, Wyoming. As a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he sang in the church choir in Overton, Nevada. He served as President of the Idaho Falls Bowling Association. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, keno, playing cards, working on his cars, and listening to opera. Survivors include: Wife: Jean Richins of Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Marilyn Richins (Vance) Nelson of Menan, ID Son: Van (Deanne) Harker of Kent, WA Son: Norman (Marilyn) Harker of Vancouver, WA Son: Danny (Barbara) Payne of Sacramento, CA Daughter: Sharlene (Allen) Budge of Jackson, WY Son: Michael Payne of Jackson, WY Son: Kelly (Michelle) Payne of Folsom, CA Brother: Alva Richins of Jackson, WY Brother: Reed Richins of Idaho Falls, ID 18 Grandchildren & 25 Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gayl, two brothers, Alma “Joe” and Keith, and two sisters, Amy and Veda. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 10, 2007, at the Idaho Falls LDS 15th Ward, 2051 South Emerson, with Bishop Steven Parry officiating. The family will visit with friends Friday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, and Saturday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in the Rigby-Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home Military Rites will be performed by the Idaho Honor Guard. -------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Boyd & Lynda Brown; Virginia Laird We were so saddened to hear of Mike's passing and offer our sincere condolences. Mike was such a dear friend for so many years and his absence will leave a void in all of our lives. His smiling face, his willingness to help others, and his fun loving attitude will always be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you , Jean and we hope to see you this winter in Overton. Layne and Tami Barber Family idc@cableone.net Dear Aunt Jean, I can only imagine the heartbreak for you. I know you loved him so. Layne and I both have lost our fathers, so we feel the heartache with the kids-It is surreal, unbelievable. It is a hard time for us here on earth but an exciting time for Mike. He is in an awesome place-he is "lucky." We are just missing out on all his fun! I'll talk to you soon! Tami Barber Jim and Lorraine Steel tootsie183@mvdsl.com Our hearts are sad for each of you. Jean we are already in Nevada, and we will so miss seeing the two of you together. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Our love and blessings Jim and Lorraine Steel Dean Richins dean.ucadm@state.ut.us My thoughts and prayers are for you who were close to my uncle Mike. His physical presence will be missed, but a part of him will always be with those who know and love him. I regret not being able to personally send this message, but I pray the Lord will help you at this time.