Jean Collard Obituary

Jean Slack Collard, 84, of Idaho Falls, died Thursday, June 9, 2011, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center of complications of pneumonia.

Jean was born Aug. 23, 1926, in Provo, Utah, to H. Roy Slack and Ethel Holt Slack. She grew up in Provo and graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelor's degree in music in 1950.

Jean was a talented violinist and played violin in the Idaho Falls Symphony for 40 years, 25 years as the concertmaster. She spent countless hours of service performing for funerals, church services and other events. She taught violin lessons privately and strings in the public school system. She was the recipient of the Music Woman of the Year by the Idaho Falls Music Club.

Jean married Grant E. Collard on June 24, 1952, in the Idaho Falls Temple. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many capacities. With her husband, she served a mission in the England Manchester Mission. She served as a temple officiator at the Idaho Falls LDS Temple for 15 years. She was a devoted mother and a friend to many.

She is survived by her husband; five children, Steven (Lorraine) Collard of San Diego, Calif., Marilyn (Rick) Olson of Iowa City, Iowa, Ann (Brent) Calder of Salt Lake City, Elaine (Mike) Koontz of Sacramento, Calif., and Jeanne (Jeff) Hockett of Salt Lake City; 14 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her three brothers.

Funeral services will be held at noon Monday, June 13, at the Idaho Falls Stake Center, 1155 First St., with Bishop Douglas Hillman presiding. A viewing for family and friends will be held from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. today, at Wood Funeral Home, 272 N. Ridge Ave., and at the church one hour prior to the funeral. Interment will be in Rose Hill Cemetery in Idaho Falls. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.woodfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Post Register from Jun. 11 to Jun. 12, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Jean Collard

7 Entries

Janie Gardner

June 22, 2011

Mr. Collard and family:
Brigham and I were so sorry to read of Mrs. Collard's passing. I always felt welcomed in your home as a close friend of Ann and the rest of the Collard family. Mrs. Collard was always busy when I knew her and she always had a great sense of humor with her children, family and their friends. I will cherish my memories of your family and send you my most heartfelt condolences.

Tony Woller

June 12, 2011

Jean was a wonderful woman-- generous, kind, patient, and cheerful. I especially remember that she was continually cheerful. I never heard her complain. I'm sure she had her moments when she complained about life's hardships-- we all do. However, if something was bothering her, I never knew it; she always had the grace to keep smiling and keep her frustrations to herself.

Jean had an infectious, distinctive and joyful laugh-- at least to me. She laughed readily. In my mind right now, I can hear her laugh. I would like to hear her laugh one more time. I am sure right now she is laughing at someone's joke in the Spirit World and those who hear her are marveling as I did at the joy present in that laugh.

Jean was the mother of my childhood friend Steve. I spent many hours at the Collard home as a boy. Later, as a college student, I joined the Collard family for several Thanksgivings since it was too far to drive from BYU to my home in Oregon. I also spent a summer in the Collard home when I was in graduate school. In many ways, Jean was like a second mother to me. I am proud to be her honorary son.

On behalf of my parents and the rest of my family, I extend condolences to the Collard family at this time of loss. May the Comforter be with you and fill your hearts with peace.

God bless you all and especially Jean.

Cari Cahoon

June 12, 2011

I will dearly miss my Great-Aunt Jean. She is there at my earliest memories giving me two graham crackers to eat on the way home from dinner, to when I was older and she helped me through the temple when I first went and when I got married. She was always an example to me of the wonders that a woman could achieve. I love you Aunt Jean

June 12, 2011

I am so sorry for the loss of Jean. She was the most wonderful violinist. I loved being her accompanist a few times. I was especially grateful when she played for my mother's (Vilate Norton's) funeral back in 1997. That was my mother's request before she died. I will always love Jean. (Margaret Norton Sunderland)

Roxie Fager

June 11, 2011

Grant my sincere sympathy & may the Lord be with you. Jean was always smiling whenever I visited with her & her violin music was so wonderful I loved hearing her play. we enjoyed the dance club with you & how grateful i am for the memories that are keeping me going. thanks for being so kind. Roxie Fager

Kristin

June 11, 2011

Jean was the kindest woman I have ever known. She was such a wonderful example of love, service, and humility.

Leah Sulier

June 11, 2011

My deepest sympathy for the loss of Jean. It was my greatest pleasure to meet her over the internet. I am so shocked at her passing.. Leah Bernice Sulier 302 N Maple, Joplin, MO 64801, [email protected]

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