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Richard Lynn Krumenacker
July 18, 1953 - February, 7, 2018
Rick Krumenacker, a former teacher/coach and life-long resident of Blackfoot, ID, passed away unexpectedly on February 7, 2018, at the age of 64.
Rick is survived by his wife, Shauna West Krumenacker, his children, Josh Krumenacker, Nichole Smith, Kellie Alcala and Alisha Tomita; his grandchildren Sabrina Alcala, Austin Smith, Savannah Smith, Simone Smith and Jett Tomita. He is preceded in death by his parents Edward and Wilma Krumenacker, and sister Brenda Williams.
Rick was born in Trona, California on July 18, 1953 to Edward Krumenacker and Wilma Reece Krumenacker. When 3, his family moved to Idaho. He has six siblings including Larry Ellingson, Robert Krumenacker (Micki Krumenacker), Brenda Williams (deceased) (Kenneth Williams), Cindy Krumenacker, Melody Chadwick (Lee Chadwick), and Merri Nielsen (Jerry Nielsen). He married Joyce Hare in 1973. Rick and Joyce divorced in 1980 and he remarried his soul mate, and fellow MVMS teacher, Shauna West in July 1980. Together they had one child, Alisha Krumenacker Tomita. He earned his Masters in PE, Athletics Administration from Idaho State University, July 1982.
Rick was a devoted father and avid educator. He taught in Blackfoot SD for 18 years as well as coached football, track, basketball and wrestling. He was devoted to his family, religion, history, Elvis, football and BYU. He was a spiritual man who loved his Savior and enjoyed teaching in the various auxiliaries of the LDS church. He was happy to serve in the Idaho Falls temple on Thursdays. He had a booming voice, but his stern demeanor was often betrayed by the twinkle in his eye. He will be deeply missed.
A viewing will be scheduled for 10 am, and funeral service at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 17 at the LDS Church at 650 Pocatello Ave., American Falls, Idaho. Bishop Anderson of the American Falls 4th Ward will officiate. Condolences & memories may be shared at www.davisrosemortuary.com.

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Published by Idaho State Journal on Feb. 11, 2018.

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February 19, 2018

May you all be blessed with the best of the Lord's love, comfort, peace, and hope for a wonderful heavenly family reunion. You'll feel your Dad's big bear hugs, hear his laugh, and know he's keeping an eye on you. You can count on it. You are always in our hearts and prayers, we are here for you with all our love and support, Your Whitaker Family, (Mom/Joyce, Dad/Marv, Bethany, Noelle & Christian Whitaker.)

Rochelle Barker

February 15, 2018

I am saddened by the news of Richards passing i really enjoyed seeing him at his appointments and his affectionate personality. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife and family at this time.

Ralph Mortensen

February 12, 2018

Rich was a fellow high school and college classmate. He always had a desire to learn and to help others. He will be missed. Prayers go out to the family.

Cassidy Wilcox

February 11, 2018

One of my favorite Jr. High Teachers. You will be greatly missed.

Adam Jardine

February 11, 2018

Coach......
Thank you for looking at this skinny little 7th grader and making him feel like he could be anything he wanted to be. You are a true hero to so many of us. Heaven just got a whole lot cooler for sure. You are the reason I coach the youth today. God speed Coach till we meet again.

Josh Krumenacker

February 11, 2018

Too my dear father and my Hero thank you Dad for all you have given too me.

Alisha Tomita

February 10, 2018

Daddy.. You left us so unexpected. I love yoy so much. I miss you lots. I was daddys girl my whole life. It's not going yo be the same with you gone. Your my best friend. Please never change . You were everything. I will never stop miaaing uou or forgetting you.
I love you dad. You were a friend to all. The best dad. Granoa uncke friend and husband and more. We will treasure all the memories mom may not realize you were by her 24/7 but we all know and love you for all you dis til your last day. Daddy I love you. Not one day how's by that I don't cry. Ita been a very long week.

Annette Dunn

February 10, 2018

Please accept my deepest condolences. I knew Rick when I was a kid (Melody Chadwick was my best friend). With his big voice I always thought of Rick as larger than life. I'll always remember how he would look at us and scare us to death only to start laughing thinking he was sooooo funny. A great man who will be greatly missed. You are all in my prayers. Annette Hannah Dunn

Kellie Alcala

February 10, 2018

Nothing will ever be the same. The world is quieter with you gone. You have left such a gaping hole in our lives. You were everything. The best dad, uncle, son, grandfather, teacher, coach, mentor, friend. I love you.

Kathy Schofield

February 10, 2018

RIck was a wonderful man. I am proud to call him family. He has left a hole in many hearts. Prayers for his family. Kathy Shofield

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