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Wood Funeral Home & Crematory-East Side - AmmonElaine Karas Obituary
Elaine H. Karas, 97, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on July 5, 2025.
A Celebration of her 97 years of Life is being held at 1 p.m. Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Wood Funeral Home East Side, 963 South Ammon Road, Ammon, Idaho 83406.
There will be an open mike and a time to share memories as you wish and a meal will follow. A friend and family gathering will also be held after the services for desserts and reconnecting. Details will be posted at the service.
A full obituary will be posted once it becomes available.
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Wood Funeral Home East Side
963 South Ammon Road, Ammon, ID 83406
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