Willis (Bill) Brandon

BILL BRANDON IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Willis Elwood "Bill" Brandon, 85, of Idaho Falls, died February 28, 2007, at The Gables Assisted Living Center. He was born November 10, 1921, at Sweet, Idaho, to Audmer Lawrence Brandon and Mable Nellie Darrah Brandon. He grew up in the area and attended a one room schoolhouse. He later attended Hemphill Diesel School. He served as a Sargeant in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II. On November 1, 1950, he married Elma Naomi Crow in Ammon. He worked as a mechanic. He also started the Promenaders Square Dance Club and was a caller for many years. He enjoyed woodworking, camping, hunting, fishing, music, and dancing. Bill especially loved spending time with his family. Survivors include: Wife: Elma Brandon, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Leslie (Paul) Bye, AZ Daughter: DeAnn Lewis, Orem, UT Daughter: Chris (Farley) Rhoades, AZ Son: Mark (Linda) Brandon, Shelley, ID Son: Kent Brandon, Boise, ID Daughter: Deborah (Brad) Clay, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Connie (Gary) Clay, Post Falls, ID Son: Neal Brandon, Boise, ID Daughter: Judy (Todd) Ritter, Idaho Falls, ID 16 Grandchildren & 17 Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Victor; a brother, Vic; and a grandson, Jeremy. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 3, 2007, at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge. The family will visit with friends on Friday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday for one hour prior to the services, both at Wood Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Iona Cemetery with Military Rites performed by the Bonneville County Veterans Team. ---------------------------------- Condolences received online: Jennifer Kidwell jenniferandbrad@msn.com I am sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences. Leslie Folsom lfherk2002@yahoo.com I'm not going to be able to attend Bill's funeral, as I will be out of town but I wanted to let you know what a wonderful man I feel Bill was. I will always remember the wonderful times that Bill allowed me to have in square dancing. He always had a smile on his face and his voice was such a pleasure. I'm so sorry for your loss as a family. He will always be remembered in my heart fondly. Debra J. McClelland debbieidaho@msn.com I am sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers. I am so glad that families are forever. Leo & Cleo Amy Amyvarancher@AOL.com We were saddened to read of Bill's passing. However we will always remember the fun times square dancing at Howe. You guys came through blizzards to help us left-footed farmers dance. You both were so special. Love you, Cleo Butch & VelDean Summers jvsumm@msn.com We were certainly saddened by your loss. May all the great memories left behind, be of comfort to the family left behind. We want the family to know how much we enjoyed square dancing with Bill for so many years. Bill always kept the crowd amazed with his calling talents and ability to show everyone a good time. We will not able to be at the funeral on Saturday, since I am not getting around real good yet. Our sincere condolences, Butch & VelDean Summers Norman and Betty Allen norman626@peoplepc.com Please let the family know we offer our deepest condolensces. We will always remember our square-dancing years and the fun we had with Bill calling the 'squares.' Betty and Norman Allen Howe, Idaho