In Memoriam

This part of the bulletin is an important opportunity to recognize those alumni who we lost in 2022. It is also a very difficult time for me as I have built close relationship with many of our alumni and it is difficult to say goodbye.

Bill Wolfe, 1968, is one of our alumni who have known since I arrived at ISU in 2012. He had a long career as a pharmacy owner and classic car enthusiast. He also had lifelong friendships that were created while he was a College of Pharmacy student. That is one thing that has struck me over the years is the long friendships many of our alumni have with each other. This was very true with those alumni that attended our 100th + 1 celebration in the fall of 2021. We had a large group in attendance from the classes of 1965 and several from 1977 & 1978. This is one of the many takeaways that our graduates take with them as they begin their professional careers.

You do have the opportunity to recognize alumni and friends that we have lost by providing financial support to the College of Pharmacy Alumni Memorial Endowment Fund (900-31). This scholarship is awarded to students based on financial need, academic excellence, and service, by providing community outreach health services to underserved populations. You can donate IMO the alumna’s name through a donation by check made payable to the ISU Foundation. In the memo section please write the name of the IMO and the fund number of 900-31. Please send your donation to: ISU Foundation-Gift Processing; Administration Building Room 108 921 South 8th Ave., Stop 8050 Pocatello, ID 83209. If you prefer, you can also make your donation online by going to www.isu.edu/give and follow these prompts: Enter the amount of your gift>Scroll the ISU Family of Funds and select other and type in 900-31. There is a nominal fee to go this route.

If you have any questions, please contact me, Phil Yankovich, at (208) 339- 4770 or yankphil@isu.

Class of 1950

Salt Lake City, UT March 18, 2022, Age 94

Ronald Carpentier

Class of 1964

Meridian, ID April 17, 2022, Age 88

William Wolfe

Class of 1968

Turlock, CA April 26, 2022, Age 83

Darrell Newby

Class of 1950

Forest Grove, OR June 30, 2022, Age 94

Pamela Butler

Class of 1978

Vancouver, WA July 13, 2022, Age 69

Sarah Greener

Class of 1977

Spokane, WA September 7, 2022, Age 71

James Storrs

Class of 1950

Boise, ID September 7, 2022, Age 95

Patrick Ackerman

Class of 1965

Aumsville, OR September 19, 2022, Age 82

Allen Rolfson

Class of 1958

Sultan, WA October 10, 2022, Age 94

Richard Wallin

Class of 1953

Blackfoot, ID October 17, 2022, Age 91

Andrew Darling

Class of 1948 October 27, 2022

John Rigby

Class of 1954 Salmon, ID November 7, 2022, Age 91

1928-2022

Charles Richard “Dick” Nixon (93) of Holladay, Utah passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family, on March 18, 2022. He was born September 6, 1928 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to Alta Bell Davis and Charles Stephen Nixon. Dick grew up with his brother Jack in Blackfoot, Idaho.

Dick graduated in 1946 from Blackfoot High School, where he excelled in athletics. He graduated from Idaho State University in 1950 with a degree in pharmacy. As a young boy, and later as a pharmacist, Dick worked with his father at his family’s drugstore, Nixon Drug, in Blackfoot. He later graduated from George Washington Medical School in Washington D.C in

1957. As a medical student, Dick was elected a member of the Smith-Reed-Russell Society by virtue of high scholastic attainments.

Dick also received the Outstanding Intern Award in 1958 at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah.

After graduating medical school, Dick returned to Blackfoot to practice medicine at the Blackfoot Medical Clinic. He was also involved in local politics in Blackfoot, and his interest in politics remained for the rest of his life. After deciding to pursue a career in radiology, Dick completed his residency at LDS Hospital in 1966, and soon thereafter started his successful 30+ year career as a radiologist, primarily at LDS Hospital.

Dick married Phyllis Earle in June 1949. Dick and Phyllis enjoyed 22 years of marriage and were blessed with four children, Tom (Cheryl) Nixon, Kevin (Jeanne) Nixon, Sue Nixon, and Rick (Tracy) Nixon.

After Phyllis’ death in 1971, Dick married Jeanne Powell, with whom he welcomed two children, Jen (Ryan) Clegg and Jake (Abby) Nixon.

Dick lived an active and eventful life and remained active into his later years. You could often find him skiing down the slopes (what a beautiful skier!), shooting hoops in the yard, boating at the lake, fishing on the river, swinging a golf club (two holes in one!), or watching a sporting event - how ‘bout them Jazz! He also enjoyed vacations, including numerous trips with family and friends to Island Park, Sun Valley, Mexico, Las Vegas, Lake Powell, and Hawaii.

Beyond his personal and professional accomplishments, Dick will be remembered for his amazing sense of humor, his warm and friendly nature, and his ability to connect with people. Even in his final days, Dick was making friends and making those around him smile and laugh. He was a loving father and grandfather, a devoted husband, and a best friend to many. We will cherish many amazing memories of the time spent with him.

Dick was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Phyllis, and his brother Jack Nixon. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Jeanne, his six children, and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

The family would like to thank April Graves and Valeo Hospice for their kind and compassionate care of Dick in his final weeks.

Meridian, Idaho - On Easter Sunday, April 17, 2022, Ronald Lewis Carpentier passed away peacefully in his home with family by his side. Ron was born on November 26, 1934, in Boise, ID, to Ernest and Arline Carpentier. Ron had an older brother, Richard, and they lived a great childhood. They grew up in Boise (on 15th & Brumback) and at the family homestead in Garden Valley (founded in 1863), and all over Idaho; while their father worked as a State Assessor. Ron attended Washington Elementary, North

Junior High, and Boise High, where he met the love of his life, Beverly Balderston. Ron had a wonderful childhood - playing football, skiing, water-skiing, and getting into general mischief with his “Gang”, John Carley, Ron Daly, Gary Ferney, Bill Sellars, and Dick Ennis - all great friends from the Treasure Valley. Ron worked several jobs, one being a “Bellhop” at the Boise Hotel in downtown Boise. In high school, Ron also joined the ROTC, knowing he wanted to serve in the military soon after he graduated in 1952. Ron took a little time off, learning the basics at Boise Junior College, then he enlisted in the Air Force in 1954 and became a top Pilot Instructor, logging hundreds of hours and preparing the best of the best to fly for our country. In 1956, while Ron finished Flight Instructor School (and got his wings) in Selma, Alabama, Bev took spring break from BJC and joined her “Babe” there to be married. While serving his active duty at Webb AFB, in Big Springs, Texas, they (well, mainly Bev) gave life to Kevin Ernest, then Kamali. After concluding active service in 1959, Ron returned to college to become an Engineer in Seattle, while the Easter bunny brought the first baby in the Pacific time zone, Kelly Logan. Ron tried working a job with Boeing, but that just wasn’t exactly what the two of them wanted in life. So…they packed their things, their 3 young children, and moved to Pocatello for both of them to finish school at Idaho State and become Pharmacists. Eventually, the whole family moved in with Ron’s mom, Arline (in Boise), while a house was built on Hillway Drive in the Northend of Boise. Ron, ever the Patriot, joined the Reserves (then after that, the National Guard) and spent a week every year serving at Gowen Field or in Mountain Home.

Ron started his Pharmacy career at Bruce Hill’s Rexall drug (at 8th & Fort) and then had a long career at Potter Drug on Orchard St.

Ron was the perfect father, and Bev was the perfect mother. They always gave the family all the attention they needed, whether it was going on vacations to the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Seattle, or Montana; all the while instilling culture and social values that we all grew to love and appreciate. Ron was one of the best joke tellers of all time. Almost every day, he came home with a new joke; told to him by one of hundreds of his customers. His memory was amazing. He could tell jokes to all his customers, and make their day.

He knew everyone’s names, details about their family, and still gave pharmaceutical advice to make their lives a little better. Ron also continued to do anything he could to help everyone around him, in the community, and his family.

Ron worked, played, partied, and enjoyed life more than most people can even imagine. A new concept, the “Chain Drug Pharmacy/Grocery store,”

Smith’s Food & Drug, came to Boise in the 80s. Ron was offered the highest salary of any Pharmacist & Manager in Idaho - to bring his expertise, professionalism, humor, and (of course) hundreds of customers from Potter Drug.

They lived. They laughed. They loved. But, as life is, things always change:

On July 4, 2002, while enjoying a beautiful day at the ranch, Ron suffered a debilitating stroke that ended up paralyzing the entire right side of his body. Having to face the rest of his life severely handicapped, Ron faced it with an unbelievably positive attitude, where most people might have given up. He kept a certain twinkle in his eye, a smile on his face, and good spirits that rubbed off on everyone he met. He still laughed. He still loved. He still lived.

Ron & Bev sold the place in Hawaii, bounced around to a few places in Boise, Meridian, and Eagle, and finally found their last true home in Touchmark at Meadowlake Village in Meridian, where… Ron Carpentier was too good to be true. But that was Ron, and he was especially lucky to experience a rare 66 years of being married to the same caring, incredible woman all of his life, who took care of him through the roughest 20 years anyone should ever have to experience. She was his rock. She was his soulmate…His “BeBe.” Ron loved. Ron laughed. Ron lived his way. And, as ol’ Blue Eyes sang, Ron’s favorite song, “That’s Life!”

1939-2022

Turlock, CaliforniaWilliam “Bill” Wolfe, age 82, passed away on April 26, 2022 in Turlock, California. William was born on July 22, 1939 in Modesto, California to Guy L. Wolfe and Viola

I. Wolfe. He was raised in the Turlock area. William graduated from Turlock High School and attended Modesto Junior College afterwards. He went on to join the Navy before graduating from Idaho State University. After graduating from Idaho State, Bill partnered with Mr. Nat Caprile and later owned and ran Galen Pharmacy in Richmond, California. He worked as a pharmacist for 40 years before retiring in 2006. William married the love of his life, Jennifer Dalen Wolfe, on March 26, 2002 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Bill was a car enthusiast, and he had a special love for his Merc adorned with Winfield modifications and upgrades. Bill loved music, live concerts, and the arts. Some of his favorites were The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, and ZZ Top. He was an active member of American Legion, where he loved attending Friday night BBQs and bingo.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Viola Wolfe.

Bill is survived by his loving wife, Jennifer Dalen Wolfe; his step-sons, Lawrence McCluskey & Nino Pascolati.

1928-2022

Darrell A. Newby, 94–a resident of the Forest Grove community-passed away on June 30, 2022 at the Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center in Hillsboro.

Darrell was born on April 28, 1928 in Chester, Idaho. He was the youngest of twelve children born to James and Harriet Jane (Hathaway) Newby. He was raised in St. Anthony, Idaho where he attended St. Anthony High School. He then attended Idaho State University and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences.

He met his future wife Dona Orme, while working in the local soda shop. Dona was a regular customer and Darrell was sure to give her a little extra attention-and toppings on her sundae -every time they met. Darrell and Dona were high school sweethearts. Their marriage was solemnized on September 10, 1946 in the Idaho Falls Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. After graduation, they made their home in Idaho until 1953 when they moved their growing family to Portland, Oregon. In 1962 they moved to Hillsboro where they lived until moving to Forest Grove in 2011. Dona passed away on April 17, 2014.

Darrell was a Pharmacist and the owner of Palm Drug Store in Hillsboro from 1962 thru 1976. He had started in the pharmaceutical business with Merck when he graduated from college and later returned to Merck as a pharmaceutical representative after he sold his drug store.

Darrell enjoyed reading, was a master woodworker, and an amateur gunsmith. He was an avid western fan and liked everything related to the old west. Dona and Darrell were active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as senior missionaries in the church’s Temple in Santiago, Chile. Darrell served for many years as a Sealer in the Portland Temple.

Darrell is proceeded in death by his loving wife, Dona, his parents, and siblings.

He is survived by five children and their spouses: Larry and Lorna Newby of Hillsboro, Oregon; Gregg and Hyun Hwa Newby of Glen Burnie, Maryland; Rand and Laurie Newby of Oregon City, Oregon; M’liss and Kevin Tolman of Mesa, Arizona; and Marla and Tom Witt of Rochester, Washington. At the time of his passing, Darrell had 21 grandchildren, 52 great-grandchildren, and 2 great great-grandchildren. He is greatly missed by all.

Pamela Butler

1953-2022

Pamela Butler, 68, passed away on July 13, 2022, surrounded by family.

Pamela Jean Paige was born on October 10, 1953, in Pocatello, Idaho to Eldon Lloyd Paige and Mary Berry Paige. She attended Highland High School, where she was a page editor and reporter for the high school newspaper, the RamPage. After graduating in 1971, Pam studied pharmacy at Idaho State University. She married Paul Butler on August 16, 1974.

In 1978, Pam earned her BS in Pharmacy and passed the pharmacy board exams for California and Nevada. To celebrate, she and Paul took a six-week camping trip around the US. They moved to Los Angeles, CA, where Pam worked as a pharmacist. In 1980,

Paul’s job took them to Albuquerque, NM, where they had three children.

In addition to raising her children, over the years Pam served as the editor for the New Mexico Art League, was the leader of two Girl Scout Troops, and volunteered at the Lavender Festival in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque. She earned an MBA from the Anderson School of Business at the University of New Mexico in 2001, and later went on to study natural medicine.

Pam was an enthusiastic historian. She was a member of the Richard III Society, served four years as membership chair and listserv moderator, designed historical tours of England, and completed scholarly research to write articles for the society’s multiple publications. She used her sewing skills to make and alter medieval clothing for the annual meetings. Her other hobbies included painting, screenplay writing, and reading.

Pam was an expert traveler, instilling in all of her children a love for exploring. The family took summer trips around the US, and in 1992, she visited Europe for the first time. In the autumn of 2014, she fulfilled one of her lifelong goals, which was to travel for a month with her sister, seeing many historical places in England, Wales and Scotland.

In 2017, Pam suffered a stroke, and in 2019, she moved to Vancouver, WA, to be near her younger daughter Lisa. Pam is predeceased by her parents and her sister, Carol Sue Mecham. Pam is survived by her ex-husband, Paul Butler, her three children, Craig A. Butler, Kelly E. Butler Urgan, and Lisa A. Butler Dempsey-Scott, her brothers Robert and John Paige, and two nieces, two nephews, and several grand-nieces and grand-nephews.

Sarah Greener

1951-2022

Sarah E. Greener, 71 of

Herrin, passed away 11:45 p.m. Saturday, September 3, 2022 at her residence surrounded by her loving husband and family.

Sarah was a pharmacist and co-owner with her husband of Option Care, Option Home Healthcare, and Inland Pharmaceutical Services in Spokane, WA. She earned her Masters Degree in Healthcare Policy and Administration from Washington State University. She earned her Bachelors of Science in Pharmacy from Idaho State University. She was a member of the Herrin Women’s Club, the American Society of Hospital Pharmacists, and the American Pharmacist Association.

Sarah was a parishioner of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Herrin.

Sarah was born January 17, 1951 in Boise, Idaho to Thomas George and Peggy (Eubank) Skinner.

Sarah was united in marriage with Gary Greener on April 15, 1978 in Boise, ID.

Surviving are her husband, Gary of Herrin; two daughters, Katie Calcaterra of Herrin and McKenzie Greener of Herrin; three grandchildren, Isabella, Chloe, and Cooper; step-mother, Jaci Skinner of Caldwell, ID; four sisters, Rosanne “Sanne” Skinner of Vancouver, WA, Mary D. “Tuni” Skinner of Jordan Valley, OR, Peggy “Nikki” Skinner of Vancouver, WA, and Mary V. “Neno” Skinner of Wilder, ID; and nieces and nephews, Patrick Moran, Harry Moran, Scott Reynolds, Kecia Carlson, Jenni McMaster, Tatiana Greener, Ryan Porter, Daron Porter, Krysta Kelley, and Kari Porter . She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Rae Marie Reynolds and Sandy Porter.

2022 at 95. He was born in Provo, Utah on April 4,1927 to the late James Russell and Ida May (Brown) Storrs. Russ grew up and went to school in Provo, Utah. He joined the US Navy in 1944 at age 17 and then graduated from high school. After his discharge on December 6, 1945, he began classes at Idaho State University. He graduated in 3-1/2 years with a Doctor of Pharmacy the Spring of 1949.

Russ worked at Crowley Pharmacy in Twin Falls, Idaho where he met Grace Marguerite Johnson. They married October 15, 1950 in Twin Falls, Idaho. They lived in both Idaho and Utah, and had four children together. They divorced October 28, 1970. Russ worked as a Pharmacist for several companies, retiring from Thrifty Drug and ultimately Albertsons Savon Pharmacy at age 85. He then spent a short while as a parttime Pharmacist at a small hospice.

James

1927-2022

Our loving Father, James Russell Storrs, Jr., passed away peacefully in Boise, Idaho on Wednesday, September 7,

Russ married the love of his life, Margaret Rose Hook, on February 27, 1971. They were sealed for time and all eternity in the Idaho Falls temple on August 4,1972. There was no denying his love for the 7 children and many grandchildren they shared.

He loved the outdoors: gardening, hunting, fishing, skiing, ice skating, swimming, hiking, and camping. He loved music, opera, singing, collecting coins, seashells and interesting rocks. His favorite pastime was playing games with his family and friends. He played cards and put together jigsaw puzzles to the end. His talents included cross-stitch and woodworking.

His life was spent in service to others as a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He had a beautiful voice and loved singing in the church choir. He enjoyed his callings doing genealogy and teaching classes, especially the scriptures and Doctrine & Covenants. His favorite calling was Family Home Teaching. He loved people.

Russ and Margaret shared many wonderful adventures, traveling near and far in the United States, including Hawaii, and Canada. Many of their travels were to visit family. They loved nothing better than getting in the car and exploring new roads to see where they would lead. One of their favorite destinations was the Oregon Coast to watch whales and storms, and build jigsaw puzzles. Family members often joined them in their travels.

Russ is survived by his children Stephen Bradley Storrs (Kris) of Wildwood, Missouri, Pamela Miller (Terry) of Meridian, Valerie Hatcher (Keith) of Meridian, Gary Walter Storrs of Boise, Stephanie Lynn Storrs (Kevin) of Parma and Mikaela Ruschelle

Manglona of Toney, AL; 18 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great granddaughter; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Russ was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Rose (Hook) Storrs of Boise, his parents, siblings Beulah McGuire, Lydia Faye Bowden, Dorothy Poulton, Lorna Elizabeth Jacobson, George Russell Storrs, Mary Margery Ericksen, John Brown Storrs, daughter Cheryl Ann Putman, and step-great-grandson Andrew Hatcher.

Patrick H. Ackerman passed away on September 19, 2022 at the age of 82. Pat was born April 13,1940 in New Plymouth, Idaho to father Harold Martin Ackerman and mother, Opal Elizabeth Ackerman. He grew up in Payette, Idaho and attended Payette High School where he stood out on the Payette Pirate’s baseball team. He graduated high school in 1958. The same high school that MLB HOF Harmon Killebrew graduated from four years earlier.

Pat met and married his wife of 62 years, Shirley Jean Sayler, in Payette in 1960. In 1962 they welcomed their first child, daughter Cindy Jean, and son Scott Patrick followed in 1965.

After graduating from Idaho State University College of Pharmacy in 1965, Pat worked for Payless Drug in Lewiston, Idaho. In 1967, he, his wife, and young family moved to Salem, Oregon where Pat worked for Capital Drug. Pat aspired to own his own business, and in 1968 he moved to Stayton, Oregon with his family. He and wife Shirley purchased a small residential home on First Avenue, converting it to a pharmacy, Pat’s Pill Box, that served Stayton for 25 years. The pharmacy was unique as it was the only pharmacy in the State of Oregon at the time to feature a “drive-up” window! Over the next several years, Pat teamed up with a business partner to successfully open a small chain of professional pharmacies throughout Oregon and Idaho, all under the “Pill Box” name. He eventually sold his shares to his partner but did retain ownership of the Stayton Pill Box pharmacy until his semi-retirement in 1994. Post-retirement, Pat was a relief pharmacist for Shopko for many years.

Pat pursued his passion for baseball by coaching little league baseball for several years while son, Scott was involved. He took great pride in his association with the Salem Umpire’s Association where he was an umpire for high school NAIA games and college NCAA games for over 20 years. Pat was also an avid hunter, hunting throughout the United States including Alaska and Hawaii, as well as in Canada. For several years in the 1980s, Pat owned an outfitting and packing business in Montana where he offered guided elk hunts. In their spare time, Pat and Shirley enjoyed travel overseas, cruising, and especially travel throughout the USA in their RV.

Pat made an impact on the community as an officer and member of several local organizations including the PTA, Regis High School athletic board, Lion’s Club and Rotary Club, but his pride and joy were his grandchildren. He and wife Shirley spent many days attending softball games, volleyball games, gymnastics meets, camping, dune-buggying, and traveling with the grandkids. Pat is survived by his wife, Shirley, daughter Cindy Burns, son Scott (Kellie), granddaughters Ashley, Dani, and Maci (Myles), and brother, David (Claudia). He was preceded in death by his son-in-law Dr. Tim Burns.

Allen Rolfson

1928-2022

Patrick H. Ackerman pAllen Wayne Rolfson, age 94, of Sultan, Washington passed away on Monday, October 10, 2022.

Allen Rolfson was born in Windsor, ND, on August 29, 1928. He was the middle child of

9 with 4 brothers and 4 sisters. All siblings preceded Allen in death. His father had a garage business in Windsor and later moved the family to a farm in Bemidji, MN. After graduating from agriculture school, Allen attended Bemidji Teacher’s College. He then joined the Navy and became a pilot. After the Navy, he attended Idaho State University and majored in Pharmacy. While at college he met Shirley, the love of his life. They married in 1958 and moved to Sandpoint, ID. Allen opened his own pharmacy and they raised three children - Brett, Diana and Christopher. Later they moved to Prescott, AZ, where they lived for 20 years. After retiring, they moved back to the northwest to be closer to their children and grandchildren. Allen loved to be outdoors, traveling, skiing, fishing, playing cards and spending time with family.

1931-2021

Richard Dean Wallin, 91, Pocatello, passed away, October 17, 2022.

John Wilmer Rigby was born on November 7, 1931 to John Rollin Rigby and Geneva Keller Rigby in Montpelier, Idaho. He went by the name Wilmer. He was the oldest of six boys and grew up on a farm south of Montpelier in an area called Wardboro. He attended grade school at the Wardboro school where his uncle, Truman Rigby, was often his school teacher. His mother and father ran a dairy farm during the depression. This provided Wilmer and his brother Clyde with plenty of opportunity for hard work. They were responsible for the many chores of the farm, including milking several cows in the morning and the evening. He said he knew they were poor, but it didn’t seem to matter too much because everyone else was just as poor. Eventually his father sold the dairy operation and got a job working for the Union Pacific Railroad. Shortly before Wilmer started attending Montpelier High School, the family moved into a house in town. He said moving into town was a whole new world complete with an indoor toilet, a real treat during the cold Bear Lake winters.

Wilmer was a good student and earned the respect of his high school teachers and the principal. At the recommendation of his principal, he was offered a part-time job working at the local laundry where he did pick-up and delivery to businesses and performed general labor at the laundry. During his last year of high school, while attending a school dance, a blond-haired girl from Paris, ID named Ruth Price caught his attention. On August 1, 1952 they were married in the Logan Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was studying Pharmacy at Idaho State University when they got married. On January 19, 1954 their daughter, Nancy Lyn, was born. Their son John Dale Rigby was born on September 4, 1956 in Price, Utah.

Wilmer and Ruth moved to Salmon, Idaho in September 1962 where he was a partner in running a pharmacy. Eventually he became the sole owner of the store that was long known as Rigby’s Pharmacy. They stayed in Salmon until Wilmer retired in 1997.

Wilmer and Ruth loved the Salmon area. They enjoyed fishing, hunting, and the outdoors. Wilmer was part owner of an airplane that he enjoyed flying. He taught himself to play the piano without reading music. He was an avid reader of history books about explorers and Native Americans. He was also an expert on the expedition of Lewis and Clark and the routes they took through the Lemhi and Salmon River areas. He had a large personal Lewis and Clark library and hiked almost every foot of the trails they followed. He was a sought after lecturer and was featured on a PBS television program about Lewis and Clark.

Wilmer and Ruth were faithful members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They very active in their church callings. During the

35 years they lived in Salmon, Wilmer served and a Bishop, Counselor in the Stake Presidency, High Councilor, Sunday School Teacher, Clerk, and Ward Missionary.

After Wilmer retired they moved to Logan, Utah. They loved Logan and served as ordinance workers in the Logan Temple for many years. In 2000 and 2001 they served a mission in Michigan where they developed lasting friendships and had many wonderful experiences. Friends from Michigan came to visit them in Logan for many years after their mission. Their mission was a highlight of their retirement years.

Ruth was the love of Wilmer’s life. She passed away in 2018, after almost 66 years together. In 2021 Wilmer moved to Kaysville, Utah and lived in an assisted living center until he passed on November 7, 2022, his 91st birthday. He attended Sacrament meeting every Sunday, including the day before he passed.

Wilmer is survived by both of this children, Nancy Lyn Barnes and John Dale Rigby (Marilyn), and his 5 brothers, Clyde, Sherman, Larry, Dennis, and Roger. He has 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.