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Gary Burtenshaw
1938 - 2025
BORN
1938
DIED
2025
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Gary Burtenshaw Obituary
Born on June 2, 1938, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Leroy and Ila Charlotte (Davenport) Burtenshaw, Gary was one of six children, with three brothers and two sisters, and he grew up in Firth, Idaho. On November 2, 1956, he married Audrey Joyce (Wilson) Burtenshaw, and together they raised two children, Kevin and Janis.
A hardworking provider, Gary built a long career in sales, serving many years as a Chevrolet sales manager and later working as an RV salesman. He loved the outdoors-especially camping and fishing throughout eastern Idaho-and in his later years, he and his longtime companion, Sandra Aschbrenner, enjoyed traveling across Idaho, Nevada, and Arizona in their motorhome, making memories on the open road.
Family was at the heart of Gary's life. He is survived by his daughter, Janis (Chris) Mooney; two grandchildren, including his grandson, Colby (Tami) Hansen; and three great-grandchildren, with a special love for his two great-granddaughters. He was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey; his son, Kevin; and his parents, Leroy and Ila.
Gary will be remembered for his love of nature, his easygoing spirit, and the joy he found in simple moments with those he loved.
A celebration of life will be held in the spring or summer of 2026. Details will be shared with family and friends at a later date.
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Irene Hansen
October 4, 2025
Dearest Janis and Family,
Sincere thoughts and condolences on the passing of your father. He was energetic and was always so cordial. I know he brought you a lot of fun and great memories. I hope you are doing well and please know Bill and I are wishing you the best.
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