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Burton Zahm Obituary
February 19, 1963 - Jan 3, 2020
Burton Joseph Zahm passed away after a short illness. He was Born in Pocatello Idaho to Gerald Patrick and Diana Mae (Devenberg) Zahm.
Burt attended St. Anthony Elementary School, Alameda Jr. High and Pocatello High School.
Burt had two children, daughter Heather, and son Daylynne. His children were the lights of his life and his purpose for being. Burt spent his later years in Salmon which were his happiest years. He loved the freedom of being outdoors and the beauty of his surroundings.
Burt is survived by his children, Heather (Adam) Higgins, grandson Hendrix Higgins, Sparks, Nevada and Daylynne Zahm of Salmon Idaho, Siblings, Sherry (Dell) Christiansen, American Falls Id, Monica (Rick) Morrow, Jerome, ID, Doug (Donna) Zahm, Silver Springs, Nevada, Paula Bell, Monette, AR, Matthew (Laurie) Zahm, Kimberly (Wayne) Curtis, James Zahm all of Pocatello, ID, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was proceeding death by his parents, Gerald and Diana Zahm, 4 brothers, Shayne, Spencer, Anthony and Andrew, and 2 sisters Theresa and Mary.
A celebration of life will be held in Island Park, Idaho this summer. Please contact the family for further information.
The family would like to thank everyone who has helped to make his last months comfortable, happy and fulfilling.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sponsored by Jones & Casey Funeral Home - Salmon.
6 Entries
Love you Heather
Kim Christopherson
July 14, 2020
We never truly lose the person we love. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. He will be with you forever.
Dan Kyte
May 19, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Mike Gaarsland
January 12, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Angela Devenberg
January 7, 2020
I pray for peace for your family.
HEIDI SMITH
January 7, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss Heather. We love you guys very much.
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