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1932
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2013
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Joann Ezola Obituary
She married David Ezola on July 12, 1956, in Preston, Idaho. They were later sealed in the Logan Temple.
She graduated from Preston High School. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in various capacities such as: Relief Society, Primary, and Cub Scouts.
She has a great love for her grandchildren and taught them how to have fun and enjoy life. She especially loved the dandelion bouquets she received from the grandkids.
She is survived by her husband, David; her children, David and Sue Ezola, Pauline and Paul Udy, Scott and Judy Ezola, Don and Linda Ezola; her brothers, Gordon and Sterling Purser; her sister, Josie Purser; 19 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents and seven siblings.
A viewing will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 11 at the Smithfield Nelson Funeral Home, 85 S. Main. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. on Friday, July 12 at the Trenton Ward LDS Chapel, 1200 N. 400 West. A viewing will be held prior to services from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at the Trenton City Cemetery.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.nelsonfuneralhome.com
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Annie Christensen
August 4, 2025
JoAnn was my visiting teaching partner and most of all my friend. She was a great example of humility and diligence. She loved children and had a childlike personality. Heaven is blessed to have her return.
Janeal Egbert
July 11, 2013
we're gonna miss her. She was an awesome aunt and we always loved seeing her.
July 11, 2013
JoAnn has a very special spot in our hearts. She always offered her support & kind words whenever she saw us. You are so blessed to have an "Eternal Family" and know you'll be together again one day. The Lord loves you.
Ralph & Mary Ann Spackman
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