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Lynne Saunders Obituary
58 Years
On Tuesday, August 25,2020, after a long and courageous battle against mesothelioma, Lynne Saunders passed away peacefully at the age of 58.
Lynne was born on June 10, 1962 in San Diego, California to Ed and Daphne Cherry. She graduated from San Diego State University and started her career in sales with Gallo Wine.
Lynne later joined ORE-IDA. In 1993 her success in the field led to a heady promotion to the home office in Boise, Idaho. She was kind enough to bring her husband, Mike Saunders, with her. Lynne and Mike were married in San Diego in 1990. In order to keep Mike in Boise, and continuing her "sales dynamo" career, Lynne joined Griffith Foods where she worked for over 20 years. While at Griffith Foods Lynne earned many top sales awards. Her family is incredibly grateful for the kindness Griffith Foods has shown Lynne over the years.
In 1995, Lynne gave birth to her daughter, Madeline, the light of her life. She was incredibly proud of all of Madeline's many accomplishments. Lynne positively lit up when she was around or talking about Maddy.
Lynne was an avid tennis player, a fervent hiker, and a world traveler. She had a zest for life. But Lynne was best known for being a kind and considerate friend to so many.
Lynne is preceded in death by her mother Daphne Cherry. She is survived by her husband Mike, her daughter Madeline, her father Ed, her brother Shawn and several nephews.
Lynne's family would like to thank MSTI, Drs. Zuckerman and Krieisle and all the kind staff. We are especially grateful to the amazing people at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX. Thank you to Drs. Sugarbaker and Ripley, you gave us more time with Lynne.
Due to the pandemic, a remembrance for Lynne will be announced later. In lieu of flowers the family asks that a donation please be made to curemeso.org in Lynne's name.
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G. Dahlen
August 25, 2021
Thinking beautiful thoughts of Lynn. Wishing you peace.
September 1, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Saunders Family ( Mike Saunders ) May God Bless her soul .
Blessings,
Vaea Naufahu Anitoni & Family
Jennifer Jones
August 31, 2020
I was so lucky to count Lynne as a friend for more than 25 years. She was really the whole package - gorgeous, smart, successful, kind, fun, etc. etc. I so admire how she managed her illness with such courage and grace. My sincere condolences to Maddie, Mike, and all who knew and loved her.
Lisa Samarron
August 31, 2020
A memorial has been set up for Lynne at the Helix High Memorial Group at Facebook
Thoughts and Prayers to the Cherry/Saunders family
Chrissy Petrarca
August 29, 2020
Very saddened to hear about Lynn. I’ll always remember her kindness, sincerity, and her beautiful smile. My heart goes out to Mike and Madeline.
J.D. & Ginny Dahlen
August 29, 2020
Mike and Madeline: Sending much warm aloha and Prayers for your strength and healing.
Susie K
August 29, 2020
Lynne and I did the Eurail thing summer 1983. So many fun memories! It is because of Lynne and Mike I’m able to call Boise home. I am so grateful Lynne was in my life. Much love and peace to Mike, Madeline, and her family. Lynne will be thought of often & remembered forever. XO Susie K
Carrie Brandon
August 29, 2020
Lynne - you will be missed by so many. You did everything right and were courageous to the end. I'll miss your laugh. Bless Mike and Madeline.
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