Sherid Sommers Lindsey

Sherid Sommer Lindsey, 81, of Idaho Falls, a longtime employee of Westinghouse, died October 1, 1995, at Idaho Falls Care Center following a lingering illness.

He was born December 6, 1913, in Ammon, to James William and Emma Adelaide Sommer Lindsey. He attended schools in Ammon, Iona and Osgood. He respected and loved animals, and as a youth rode horses without halter or bridle, guiding them by the mane, or he liked to stand on the horse's back and ride, jumping off whenever he chose.

On July 27, 1937, he married Fern Hill in the Logan Utah LDS Temple. Following their marriage he farmed in Osgood, then moved to Idaho Falls and worked as a body and fender man for Smith-Hart Chevrolet for 12 years. He was then employed by Westinghouse for 22 years, retiring at 65. He then drove school bus for the Idaho Falls School School District until he was 70. From then on he and his wife wintered in Overton, Nevada. She died June 14, 1990, and their son, Doyle James also preceded him in death.

An active member of the LDS Church, his various positions included secretary of the Elders Quorum and he was serving in the Sunday School presidency at the time of his death. He and his wife served a mission to Atlanta, Georgia, and while there they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. He also worked in the Scouting program.

On Oct 27, 1990, he married Phyllis M. Clark in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. They enjoyed dancing at the Senior Citizen Centers, taking car rides and dining in local restaurants. His favorite hobby was gardening. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed music. A kind, gentle person, his keen sense of humor brought happiness and smiles to many.

Survivors include his wife of Idaho Falls, children: Sherid, Dana Joy, LeeAnn; two sisters, Myrtle and Cleah, and 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers.... Burial is in the Ammon Cemetery.

• Updated from Find A Grave Memorial via Fern H. Lindsey by SmartCopy: Oct 20 2015, 17:34:06 UTC

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• Residence: Osgood, Bonneville, Idaho - 1930
• Residence: Same House, , - 1935
• Residence: Osgood Election Precinct, Bonneville, Idaho - 1940
• Residence: United States - 1949
• Residence: Idaho Falls, Bonneville, Idaho, United States - 10 Apr 1950
  • Reference: FamilySearch Genealogy - SmartCopy: Jul 22 2023, 4:22:14 UTC