Robert Lee Haller

Robert Lee Haller, 63, passed away May 3, 2023, in Idaho Falls, Idaho.

Robert was born April 4, 1960, in Rigby, Idaho, to Robert Carl Haller and Sandra Lee Starr Haller. He lived in the Henderson Trailer Court until he moved with his parents on Ammon Road. Robert grew up raising horses, chickens, and pigs. In his early life, he enjoyed camping, fishing, and hunting.

Robert graduated from Bonneville High School in 1978. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in the California Ventura Mission from 1979-81.

Robert met the love of his life, Sandra Denise Laird, at an overnight tubing party at Pine Basin. They were married December 17, 1982, in the Idaho Falls Temple.

Robert worked as a dishwasher, custodian, and nurse’s assistant. He graduated from Idaho State University and later earned an Associate Degree in Web Development. He lived in Pocatello, Idaho; Orem, Utah; Ucon, Idaho; and Idaho Falls, Idaho. After graduating, he was employed as a full-time substitute teacher for many years. He was actively involved in the Scouting program for over 30 years.

Robert became disabled in 2012. Sandra and Robert found their dream home, a town house, in MacDonald’s Farm. He worked hard to maintain their home. He enjoyed gardening and being with his wife for 36 years until her death in January 2019.

Robert is survived by his sisters, Rose High, Vickie Fisher, and Lori Nessen.

Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra D. Haller; his parents; aunt, Merline Romo; and uncle, Danny K. Starr.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 11, 2023, at the Ammon 9th Ward, 4030 John Adams Parkway, with Bishop Jason Atwood officiating. The family will visit with friends Wednesday from 6:30-8 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home East Side, 963 S. Ammon Road, and Thursday from 10-10:45 a.m. prior to services at the church. Burial will be in the Grant-Central Cemetery.