Verla Engstrom

VERLA ENGSTROM IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Verla Engstrom, 90, of Idaho Falls, passed away on April 28, 2009, at her son’s home with family. She was born June 8, 1918, in Idaho Falls, Idaho to Cecil Wayne Lords and Wacel Dora Gardner Lords. She grew up and attended schools in the area, graduating from Idaho Falls High School. On May 20, 1939, she married Gustav “Swede” Alvin Engstrom in Idaho Falls. He preceded her in death on October 8, 1980. Verla was a devoted mother and homemaker and also worked as a secretary at Falls Valley Supply. Verla was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She enjoyed camping, fishing, and the outdoors. She especially loved her family and spending time with them. Survivors are: Daughter: Adele Engstrom George, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Jerry Engstrom, Rexburg, ID Son: Val Engstrom, Cypress, CA Son: Kurt Engstrom, Pocatello, ID Son: Jay Engstrom, Boise, ID 13 Grandchildren, 15 Great Grandchildren, and 4 Great Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband and 2 brothers. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2009, at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge. The family will visit with friends on Friday from 7 to 8 p.m. and Saturday for one hour prior to the services, both at Wood Funeral Home. Burial will be in Ammon Cemetery. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Deidre Taylor deidre2213@yahoo.com Adele and family, Please accept my deepest sympathy at the passing of your sweet mother. You have always spoke so kindly of her; I know how dear she is to you. May you find comfort in the many treasured memories of your mother. My love and sympathy, Deidre Taylor Carol (Maxfield) Jensen Adele, Jerry, and other family members, I was saddened to read of the passing of your sweet mother and grandmother. It made me think back to the old Bonneville High School activities and seeing your mom be so supportive. What a fun little lady. You are lucky to have had her with you as long as you did. My little mother died in 1982 at the age of 77 . . . . moms are supposed to live forever. Love and hugs to all of you at this tender time. May you feel comfort and peace and stay close to each other. Remember that memories are the legacy of love. With my deepest sympathy and prayers, Carol Charles &ET Tawzer ctawzer@hotmail.com We are very sorry to learn of your mothers passing and pray for the Lord's comfort for you and your family. JoAn Autry grandma9_6@q.com Hi Adele and family, I just want to tell you that I am thinking of you and let you know that I send my love and prayers. Your mom had a long life and I hope that it was a wonderful life for her and you. She must have been a great lady to have a daughter like you - always cheerful and pleasant to be around. I think a lot of you. Love, JoAn Carol (Chaffin) Jensen cc_jensen@msn.com Jerry, Adele and all of the family, I was so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I remember her as a happy optomistic little lady that truly loved all of her kids so very much. My Mom passed away in January, also at 90, I think of her daily and miss her a lot. Remember the wonderful years that you all shared. Carol Dick Powell dick.powell@yahoo.com Val, I was sorry to hear about your mom. I was out of town at the time and would have loved to see you. Hope you're doing well. Dick Powell