Oliver Halford

OLIVER HALFORD Click here to view a video of Oliver's life IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Oliver Leon Halford, 92, of Idaho Falls, passed away October 23, 2008, at Life Care Center. He was born November 19, 1915, at Humboldt, Iowa, to Benjamin Halford and Adella Jennings Halford. He grew up and attended schools in the area. On December 17, 1935, he married Silva Grace Nelson in the Logan LDS Temple. She preceded him in death on February 10, 1999. He worked as a general contractor, and also owned the Citroen car dealership. Oliver was a member of the Bonneville Racing Association and Upper Valley Cutter Racing Association. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as a temple worker with his wife. Oliver enjoyed horses, working on cars, farming, and building houses. Survivors include: Son: Eldon Leon (Shannon) Halford, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Dannie Lee (Cheryl) Halford, Blackfoot, ID 6 Grandchildren & 19 Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Silva; a brother, Robert; and a sister, Eva. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, with Brian McBride officiating. The family will visit with friends for one hour prior to the services at Wood Funeral Home. Burial will be in Fielding Memorial Park. ---------------------------------------------