Sharon Affleck

SHARON AFFLECK IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Sharon Frances Williamson Affleck, age 70, passed away on March 26, 2007, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls after a prolonged battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband Philip D. Affleck, MD; three sons, Brian D. Affleck MD (Mary), Paul J. Affleck MD (Christel), Aaron J. Affleck MD (Stephanie), one daughter, Alaine J. Blaser (Craig), and sixteen grandchildren. She was born to Francis Williamson and Virgene Brown Williamson December 6, 1936, in Ogden, Utah. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Elaine Fowler. She is also survived by her brother, Thomas Williamson, and a younger sister, Patsy Hiatt. Sharon was raised in Ogden and graduated from Ogden High School in 1953. She loved to travel and met and married her husband in Paris, France, in 1961. Sharon was a lady of many talents and interests. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many capacities in the Relief Societ, Primary and Young Women's associations. She and her husband had recently returned from a mission to Santiago, Chile. She was an excellent musician and served for many years as a ward organist. She also sang with the Idaho Falls Choralaires for several years and with other vocal groups. She loved to dance and served as a ward, stake and regional dance director. With her husband, she was very active in local square dancing groups, especially with the Jolly Mixers. She loved horses and rode in the Rigby Larkspurs Ladie's possee for several years. She was very athletic and enjoyed competing in both golf and tennis. She served as President for both the Pinecrest and Sandcreek Ladies Golf Associations and loved to play in local tournaments. She served on the Bonneville District #93 School Board for several years and was Cchairman for the latter part of her term. She was greatly loved by her family, friends and associates and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 28, 2007, at the Ammon LDS 4th Ward, 4375 East Sunnyside Road. The family will visit with friends Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Wood East Side, 963 S. Ammon Road, and Wednesday from 1 to 1:45 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in the Ammon Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. ---------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Gerry and Linda Mortimer pspmpresidentm@hotmail.com Linda and I were greatly surprised and saddened to hear of Sharon's death. We treasure the memories of our association over the years. She will be greatly missed. Please know of our love for both of you and your family. Gerry and Linda Mortimer ELAINE GOODY elaine@ogosh.myrf.net I was sorry to read in the paper about Sharon passing away. I rode in the Larkspurs with her. She was always a lady and fun to be with. I've often thought about the good times our club had and she was a part of that. The world is short one very good lady today. I wanted to extend my sympathy to your family. Sincerely, Elaine Goody Jason Woodhouse woodys31@comcast.net Just a note to let you know my family and I are sorry to hear this news. Our hearts and prayers are with you. I still have good memories of the few years I spent around your family. Again, my condolences. Sincerely, Jason Woodhouse Norman and Diane Wheeler We just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you all. May our Heavenly Father bless you with his sweet comforting spirit. brooks quigley toogy00@hotmail.com Hi Aaron, I was very saddened to hear today about the passing of your mother. It is a very hard thing to lose a parent, and Ii pray for you to have the strength to bear this grief. This is a time for a family to lean on each other. Be strong for them, and don't be afraid to accept their strength when you are weak. My condolences to you and your entire family. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your's tonight. Larry and Kaye Whiting whitinglarryl@msn.com Dear Phil, We learned just yesterday of Sharon's passing. While this method seems a little impersonal to convey our condolences we are grateful for this service provided by Woods. We love you and Sharon and are grateful for the visit we had a few months ago. We have always been esteemed by our association with you dear people. Both of you are easy to be entreated. We spoke with J.C. Hart and Dorothy Skidmore this morning. It was a sad exchange but a nostalgic few moments we had reminiscing about the great times we had so long ago. The centennial ball, the many dances we enjoyed together, the parties at our homes are an important part of our lives. Thank you for being who you are. Our thoughts and blessings go with you as you adjust to this significant loss. We look forward to seeing you in the future. We shall miss Sharon but we know of where she is and look forward to seeing her again. God bless you our very dear good friend. Kaye and Larry Whiting Gregory Monik monikga@ida.net Our heart felt sorrow goes out to Phil and his family. We enjoyed our association with all of you when we lived in the 8th Ward and as neighbors. Sharon was an example of motherhood and community service and we share in your loss. Greg and Karen Monik Jolyn Lewis Nobles jolyn_mark@msn.com Please know that I am very sorry for your loss. Your mom was great. I will always remember the way she helped me feel like part of your family. May Gods love and blessings be with you. Brian, I am sorry about your mom and would love to hear from you and catch up. Brother Affleck, Thank you for your friendship and kindness. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Jolyn Lewis Nobles Sharon's Senior Tennis Team Sharon's Senior tennis team will be sending donations to the American Cancer Society in Sharon's name. We will miss her greatly. Take care. John & Karen Thomas jrkfthomas@comcast.net Hello Dr. Phil: The Hunters sent us a note telling us about the passing of Sharon, and we wanted to express our love and sympathy to you and your family. Sharon was a very special, lovable, caring person who brought a lot of joy to us during some of our trying times in Chile. She was always so happy, upbeat and cheerful and always had a smile on her face. We know she will be missed and want you to know that you are in our hearts and in our prayers. Thanks for being such a powerful, positive influence in our short stay in Chile and for all the wonderful things you both did while you were there. Again, please accept our heart-felt sympathies. John & Karen Thomas Nina Babcock Armstrong Dear Affleck Family, I am so sorry to learn of Sharon's passing. Sharon and I were roomates during the time we both lived in San Francisco in the 1950's. There were three of us, Sharon, me and Holly Glanville, now Holly Benson. We were all so young and wonderful and we had great times together. I remember the good times and Sharon with fondness and gratitude. We kept in touch for a time after she left San Francisco for the Foreign Service and I went further west to Hawaii, where I lived for the next 45 years. I reconnected with Holly two years ago when I returned to live in Utah. We hoped to come to Idaho to visit Sharon after learning of her illness. I am sorry we didn't get to do that. The smiles and the laughter we shared will remain with me until we meet again. May Peace be with all of you. Aloha, Nina Armstrong Alice Kaye Guyer Sharon was my first tennis partner when I moved to Idaho Falls 30 years ago. She was soooo competetive. I was always amazed how she was so talented. She could do anything!! The memories of our tennis team and how we always used to find ourselves in extreme predictiments. She trained horses, raised brillant children and yet saw the world from a different look. She influenced me in so many ways . . . I will always be grateful for my experiences and connections with her. A brillant tslented woman with potential we will never even know . . . I love you!! AKG