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Eiley Loosli Obituary

Eiley Dunbar Loosli "Scottie" Eiley Loosli, 96, beloved mother of all her family, died April 14, 2009 in St George where she resided since 2002. She was a long time resident of West Jordan.She was born to George Dunbar and Lillie Annie Hyde Nov. 4, 1912 in Logan, Utah. All nine siblings preceded her in death: Lillie, George, Lorraine Berntson, Eugene, Doris Bolger, Irene Ryan, Clarice Wright, Marvin, and Emma Hovey. She married V. Jay Rappleye 17 March 1933 in Logan. They had a daughter, Scottie Rappleye (Spence) Munns of Brentwood CA and a son George Bryce (Jean) Rappleye of St. George. She worked as a welder in Kaiser shipyards during WWII. After the war they developed their farm into housing development for return veterans in Idaho Falls, Idaho. In 1948 they moved to a ranch in Tetonia, Idaho where Jay died in 1951. She was American Red Cross swimming instructor and excellent swimmer. She married Donald Newell, Dec. 14, 1954 and they were living in California when he died in April 1967. She later married Dwight Loosli Nov. 21, 1967 and lived in West Jordan for many years and was left widowed again in 1998. She served as an ordinance worker in the West Jordan Temple. Her step children are Richard (Joanne) Loosli, Orem; Ruth (Jesse) Cruiser, LaVerkin; Kathleen (Elburn) McConnell, Riverton; Marianne Madrigal, Riverton; Terry (Colleen) Loosli, West Jordan; John (deceased) (Deborah) Loosli, Appling, Georgia. She had dozens and dozens of grandchildren and great-grand-children and soon to have almost a dozen great-great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be held Saturday April 18, 2009, 10 a.m. at the Elm Creek Ward 8539 South 2200 West, West Jordan where friends may call Saturday from 9-10:00. Interment will be at the Logan City Cemetery. Directors Independent Funeral Service.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Apr. 16, 2009.

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May 15, 2009

I will be forever grateful for Scottie filling a void in my father's life after my mother passed away. She was a good woman. She built a wonderful relationship with my grandma Glover. They went shopping and spent many good times together. I enjoyed the many visits we had with Scottie and dad. I have driven past their house several times and thought of the memories that were built there. I am grateful for the gospel of Jesus Christ and the plan of salvation that makes it possible for us to see our loved ones once again.

Kathleen Loosli McConnell

May 2, 2009

I remember the little white haired lady that used to come and visit my mother in Driggs,Idaho. They were very good friends and when Scottie's husband, Don, passed away in April of 1967, my mom commented how sad she was for her and sent her a sympathy card. Then my mother died in June of 1967 and Dad received a sympathy card from Scottie. How ironic that was. Who would have guessed that she would then be a "MOM" and "Grandma" to so many children and grandchildren. She was a great lady and could she make good (clean out the frig) soup. I'm sure the reunion on the other side with her and her family was great. Bryce and Scottie, I hope that our families can keep in touch and maybe even have family reunions together.

Marianne Loosli Madrigal Riverton< Utah

Janet Reid

April 19, 2009

April 19, 2009

Eiley, as I called her, was my grandma Lou's first cousin. Grandma Lou (Eloise Hyde Hansen) passed away in 2001. Before that time, I was privledged take my grandma to visit her cousin in West Jordan on many occasions. They were to happy to spend time together. It was delightful to hear Lou and Eiley talk of Logan where they grew up together, camped together, and played. They were both true ladies, beautiful and refined. I know their reunion was one of joy. Eiley kept in contact with me, calling every year or so. What a remarkable woman she was. Her example and love of the gospel was especially dear to me as I have been the only active family member. She treated us all with so much love and respect. God bless you, who have lost your mother, grandmother, and friend. I loved her dearly.
Love, Janet Anderson Reid

Annette Gardner Egan

April 18, 2009

Dear Loosli family,
Scotty and your sweet dad always made me feel so welcome in your home. Thanks for sharing them with all of us in the ward and thank you all for sharing my dear friend Hazel with me. Marianne you were so patient to let us tag along on trips to Driggs. I love you all and know that someday ;we will all get one of those big hugs from your dad and that cute wink of approval from Scotty. Annette

Ruth Cruser

April 17, 2009

It is going to be hard to say goodbye to our LITTLE MOTHER. She taught all of Teton Valley to swim.She was a neat little lady and I loved her very much. She will be on the other side getting it organized! Miss you MOM.

Chuck Cruser

April 17, 2009

Grandma,

You will be missed. I'm sorry I won't be there for the funeral. I only wish Holeigh would have had the chance to meet her Great-Grandma in this life. I guess it will have to wait until the next one.

Hazel Loosli

April 17, 2009

I am grateful for the help and support Mom Scottie gave my father at the loss of my mother and the challenge she accepted to help raise those of us left at home. She taught me many things that have helped me in my life. What a wonderful family reunion she must have had.

Richard Loosli

April 17, 2009

Mom "Scottie" filled a void created by the passing of our mother. She was always a delight to visit with and I appreciate her concern for us all. I am grateful for the gospel through which we know that we will see each other again.

Dick Hibbert

April 16, 2009

Scottie and Bryce, I must comment on your mother. I am Dick Hibbert. You went to school with my sister Joan Hibbert, and with me. Your mother must have had a wonderful life, except for the lose of her loved ones. My father also worked for Kaiser in the shipyards during the war. I lived in Portland with him during the war. Your step-father Dwight gave me my road test for my first drivers licence in 1950. I'm sorry for your lose. Dick Hibbert

Gary and Janice Egbert

April 16, 2009

Dwight and Scottie were some of the most loved people in our ward in West Jordan. All the youth measured their height by Scottie, when they were taller than her, they felt they had "arrived".
Gary and I and all of our family loved Scottie. We have great memories of her.

Janali Anderson

April 16, 2009

I remember The Sandman also and her helping me fall asleep when I slept over. I loved the swing at her house and picking strawberries in the back yard. Many wonderful memories! Love you Grandma. Until we meet again

Andrea Wahl

April 16, 2009

Grandma was always so good at the sandman and reading. I remember spending time with her and grandpa and they taught me how they wrote in cursive and playing games with them. I know that we will see you again.

Doug, Darlene, and Miller family

April 16, 2009

To the Loosli cousins; Our deepest sympathies at the passing of your stepmother Scottie. We enjoyed the few visits we had with her in St. George. We wished that we would have visited more often. She was a remarkable woman. We're sure that she touched the lives of all those who were privilaged to know her. You are all in our thoughts this day. All our love.

George and Peggy Usher

April 16, 2009

Dear Loosli Family,

Sincere condolences at the passing of your loved one. We know Richard and Joanne and count them as good friends. May our Father in Heaven bless and comfort you at this time of loss. Love,

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