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Geraldine Dugger Obituary

Geraldine "Jerry" Dugger passed away at home surrounded by family and loved ones on Thursday, Sept. 20, 2012, at the age of 85. Mom was born Feb. 8, 1927, in Clarkston, Wash., to Hazel and Walker Gruell.
She married Walter E. Dugger in April of 1947. They moved to Winchester, Idaho, where they started their family. Dad worked for Boise Cascade and mom was a house wife.
After 18 years in Winchester they were transferred to La Grand Ore., where Mom went to work at the Riverside Cafe as a waitress.
Three years later the family was transferred to Emmett, Idaho. Mom continued to work as a waitress at the President Cafe until she retired in 1991.
Mom spent her retirement being extremely active with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
There wasn't a bake sale or a youth auction that was ever in need, due to Mom. Everyone in town knew where they could get the best carrot cake and cookies when there was a fund raiser.
She took pride in her family and her home.
Mom is survived by her son, Walter Dugger Jr. of Lewiston; daughters, Jan Rekow of Emmett and Lynn Dugger of Craigmont; and four grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was awaiting the birth of her first great-great-grandchild due in December.
Mom is preceded in death by her spouse, Walter Sr. and grandson, Todd Dugger.
Thank you the nurses and staff of Heart N' Home. We appreciate the care and love that was given to mom, as well as all that was done for us.
Grave side services will be held at the Emmett Cemetery Wednesday, Sept. 26. 2012, at 2:30 p.m. for friends and family. Services are under the direction of Potter Funeral Chapel.

Published by Emmett Messenger Index from Sep. 24 to Oct. 24, 2012.
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My deepest sympathy to the family during your time of sorrow. Psalms 46:1 says God is for us a refuse and strength during difficult times. May God grant you comfort to endure.

October 2, 2012

Jan, very sorry to hear of your loss. I know your mom meant the world to you, and you also to her. That was always evident through both of your actions. You were truly blessed to have had her and known her as her best friend. I'm thinking of you and hoping all your good memories keep you going through this time of sorrow.

Diane Strauchon

September 30, 2012

Jan,Lynn,& Family. So sorry to hear about Jerry. She was always such a kind and generous person. You are in my thoughts. John Jayo

John Jayo

September 26, 2012

Jerry was one of the finist woman I ever had the honor to know. Kind, dedicated to her family and generous to all. I must admit I was so surprised to see that she had ended her journey, as she seeded a bit like the Everready Bunny, always moving. Whenever I am feeling tired, I think of her and all she did during one day. Thank you Jerry for all the encouragement and smiles.
She will be greatly missed.

Kim Barnard

September 26, 2012

Jan, Lynn & family
I am sorry to read of your Mother's passing. I first met her and your Dad in the late 1970's and always enjoyed seeing and visiting with her. My heartfelt condolences to you all at this time of great loss and sadness.

Carla Wittenburg Porath

September 25, 2012

Jan, Trina and family. I'm saddened to hear about the death of your mom and grandmother. She was a legend around Emmett and will be sorely missed.

John Sowell

September 24, 2012

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