Eddie Heath

1941 - 2025

Emmett - Edward "Eddie" Heath passed away peacefully in his home on November 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Eddie was born in Emmett, Idaho on September 26, 1941 to Harold "Curly" and Laverna Caperon Heath. He grew up on the Emmett bench with his sister Vernadene and his brother Jimmy. Eddie attended Central Mesa and graduated from Emmett High School in 1961.

Eddie grew up immersed in the world of rodeo and in 1958, he joined his father in the arena as a clown and bullfighter. Together, they traveled extensively throughout the Northwest. Eddie was inducted into the Idaho Rodeo Hall of Fame in 2024, and had the honor of being named the 2025 PRCA Black Canyon Stock Show and Rodeo Grand Marshal.

Eddie was blessed with three boys Todd, Mark, and Matthew in a marriage with Melinda Carlsen. In 1983, Eddie married Kris Mullins whose sons are Jason and Ryan Humphries. As a blended family, they shared a wonderful 42 1/2 years of adventure together.

Eddie was deeply involved in the Emmett community, serving as President of the Jaycees and the Gem County Chamber of Commerce. He also co-founded Youth Incorporated, an annual fundraiser benefiting Emmett's youth since the early 1970's. He has received many awards of recognition for the generous giving of his time and service within the Emmett Community.

In 1968 while Eddie was a partner with Charlie Sanford and Harold Martin at Sanford's Barber Shop, he entered into the Real Estate business. In 1970 he joined Bernie Gratton & Co. and then in 1974 he opened his own office known as Eddie Heath Realty. Eddie was a major developer in three subdivisions, and was instrumental in organizing the MLS. He was a State Director and also served on the Emmett Valley Board of Realtor's. In 1991 Eddie joined the Evan's Realty team where he remained until retiring from Real Estate in 2011.

In 1989 Eddie attended Western College of Auctioneering where he was President of his class. Eddie was an Auctioneer for Caldwell Auction for many years. Together with his wife Kris, they successfully owned and operated Heath Auction Company for around 30 years. It was during this time that his passion for collecting began!

Eddie was devoted to his family, and he loved spending quality time together. Some of his favorite activities were hunting, fishing, camping, golfing, pool parties, celebrating birthdays and holidays and going on his daily walks with Hank and his brother-in-law Steve. His fondest memories were shared with the love of his life in Boulder Creek and their frequent trips to Maui.

Eddie is survived by his wife, Kris; sons, Mark (Shara) Heath, Matt Heath (Cyndy Bryson), Jason (Cassie) Humphries, and Ryan (Jessica) Humphries; grandchildren, Holly (Matt) McCollum, Jaycee Heath, Haylee (Riley) Dupree, Shelbee Heath, Hayden and Linkon Heath, Abbey (David) Houk, Kendra (David) Sutton, and Lexi, Dylan, Austin, and Logan Humphries; 7 (plus 2 on the way) great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Tammy Heath; brother-in-law Steve Holbrook; Jean Nutile; nieces, nephews, and friends.

Eddie was preceded in death by his son, Todd; parents, Curly and Laverna Heath; sister and brother-in-law Vernadene and Gene Pressley; brother, Jimmy; sister-in-law, Patti Holbrook; and father-in-law Ray Mullins.

A special thank you to Riverside Primary Care, White Oak Hospice, and Nurses Stephanie and Abbie, who had a very special place in Eddie's heart.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation of choice within the Emmett Community.

The memorial service was live-streamed and is available to view at potterchapel.com.