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Inez Messley Obituary
Inez Carol Messley Walter Leman Messley
1929 - 2023
Leman Messley was born March 19, 1929 in Buhl, Idaho and five weeks later, April 29, 1929, Inez Brannen was born down the street. They were childhood friends during the depression, meeting in the third grade, becoming high school sweethearts and married at 19.
They had four daughters: Connie Messley; Adelle (Sam)Stupp; Maureen (Doug) Newton, Rena (JB) Alexander; two later-accumulated daughters: Anne Cochrane and Cheryl George; 7 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren.
Their life was an adventure and all who read this and recognize them know their story. We won't fill up pages here.
We thought it poetic that since mom passed in her room on dad's 94th Birthday, after we finished cake, that we should have their combined Celebration of Life on her 94th Birthday, April 29, 2023, at Red Rock Christian Church, 1124 S. Roosevelt St., in Boise, Idaho.
For those who can't attend in person, you can still join us online via Red Rock Christian Church's YouTube page at www.youtube.com/@redrockchristianchurch8985.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Red Rock Christian Church for a new outdoor electric sign. Leman was the instigator for the project and the sign will be honored with his name. Or, you can make a donation to the church camp, South Hills Retreat Center. They loved the church camp so much.
The immediate family want to make a special thanks to Meridian Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care Facility and staff. We couldn't have gotten better care or support. We don't know what we would have done without them. Also, thanks so much to Keystone Hospice and Heart 'n Home Hospice. You all are angels on earth.
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for Inez Messley
Cathie Hopper
April 27, 2023
So much kind and gentle influence on all our children. Bob and I were so blessed to be ministered by them in Burley and Jerome.
Janet Sunderland
April 26, 2023
Leman and Inez were known to me as Maureen's wonderful parents. I always enjoyed any chance I had of visiting with them. The love Maureen had for them and they for her spoke so clearly of a greater love for God and all of His children.
My prayers for your family in your time of loss.
Mike Webster
April 24, 2023
Inez and Leman influenced our family in such a good way. They will always be remembered for the joy and happiness they shared. They were a blessing to us all.
Marsha (Webster) Jones
April 23, 2023
Leman and Inez were an inspiration to so many of us. They touched our lives in ways will never forget. Of course, my best memories are from Burley Christian Church. Thank you, Leman and Inez! May God bless you and keep you.
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Jeanette (Edmons) Sparks
April 22, 2023
I am not sure if this is the Mr. Messley that was our ditchrider in the Buhl area in thee 50's. However, if it is the same person, I have wonderful memories of him, particularly the $.25 cents he gave us for the empty PA cans that he used to communicate with the farmers about the water. I am sorry for your loss, and thankful for the memories.
Chuck & Darla
April 22, 2023
Wonderful couple who walked the talk with Love and compassion. Very special!
Marion Weickum
April 20, 2023
Oh, my goodness. Leman and Inez life was so great. They loved and served so many in pastoring, and friendships. Leman was also a Police Chief in Burley. He ministered to the Christian Church and also, at times at the Rupert United Methodist Church. Red Rock Christian Church received so much blessing from them in their pre-retirement years. It was a privilege to know them. Always smiling and love. Marion Weickum
Laurie McCall
April 19, 2023
Inez and Leman were a great team and I cherish the years I worked as the church secretary at the Burley Christian Church. So many stories and great times spent with them. They loved serving others and the Lord and loved their family. What a great example and legacy they leave behind. Prayers for the family. Love, Laurie McCall
maureen newton
April 19, 2023
Forgot to mention service is at 11 am, April 29
Terry & Karla Barnes
April 19, 2023
Your folks were wonderful people. We were blessed to know them! They were always smiling! There is a party going on in heaven today! Our prayers to all of their loved ones.
Terry and Karla Barnes, Burley,ID
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