Vera Marshall

LADEAN MARSHALL Click here to view LaDean's Video Tribute IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Vera LaDean Marshall, 86, of Idaho Falls, died March 11, 2009, at Monticello Care Center. She was born April 27, 1922, in Ammon, Idaho, to Athus Jackson Russell and Vera Bird Russell. She attended the Dewey Grade School, and later graduated from Ammon High School. She earned a scholarship that took her to attend Henagar Business College in Salt Lake City, Utah. She worked as a secretary for the attorney, Mr. McKennie, Federal Land Bank, and a contractor by the name of Bird Finlayson, who built the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. She also spent many years as a book keeper for Golden Valley Packers and the Jefferson Co-op. On August 11, 1943, she married Norman Marshall in Chesterfield, South Carolina. The marriage was solemnized on November 19, 1946, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. Some of her numerous callings in the church were: Relief Society President, Stake Primary President, Young Women's President, and numerous teaching assignments. She was often referred to by many of those who attended her classes as "one of the best teachers they ever had." She also served two missions for her church, a pilot Primary for the Handicapped, and Rehabilitation Training for the Handicapped at the Deseret Industries. She and her husband farmed and ranched in the Osgood area west of Idaho Falls. She was a avid Celtic and Jazz fan. She never missed attending with her husband, any of her four sons' athletic events. She also loved researching her ancestors and quilting. Survivors include: Son: Dennis (Loretta) Marshall, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Robert (Patti) Marshall, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Ronald Kim (Julie) Marshall, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Ken (Joanie) Marshall, Idaho Falls, ID Sister: Gene (Doug) McKena, Spanish Fork, UT Sister: Audrey (Doug) Rodgers, UT Sister: Glenda (Lonnie) Adams, UT Brother: Bruce (Jeanine) Lee, Blackfoot, ID 18 Grandchildren and 32 Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Marshall; a daughter, LeAnn Marshall; a grandson, Jacob Marshall; her father, Athus Jackson Russell; her mother, Vera Lee Russell; a brother, DeLoss Russell; brother, Don Russell; and a brother, Francis Lee. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, March 16, 2009, at the Idaho Falls LDS Osgood Ward, 7940 North 35th West, with Bishop Gregg Landon presiding. The family will visit with friends Sunday from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, and for one hour prior to the services at the church on Monday. Burial will be in the Ammon Cemetery. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Pat Winborg patwinborg@gmail.com Dearest Marshall Family, We are sorry to hear of LaDean's passing. We know she is in a wonderful place with your Dad. We love her so much. She was very dear to our family. we wish you the Lord's comfort. We love you all. Love always, Pat & Jim Winborg Dean Lee fdlee15@gmail.com Dear Cousins, We are sorry to hear about Aunt LaDean. We have good memories of her and your family. Sincerely, Dean and Rachael Lee Jody Green Furrer What a wonderful woman LaDean was! I have lots of fond memories of Norm & LaDean both growing up and as a young adult. LaDean always had a smile and a willing hand. Please take comfort in the lives she has touched as well as the wonderful memories you have.