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Michael Packer Obituary
He was born Oct. 4, 1983, in Rexburg to Scott and Robin Packer.
When Michael was 2 weeks old, the family moved to Pocatello to start a business. Michael graduated from Highland High School and played on the tennis and golf teams. He was a four-year seminary graduate and served in the Colorado Springs, Colo. mission.
Following his mission, he attended Idaho State University and was in his senior year of business management and was working at Mountain West Suzuki as general manager. He married the love of his life, Wendy Miller, on Dec. 16, 2006, in the Idaho Falls Temple.
Wendy is the daughter of Merlin and Yvette Miller of Chubbuck. Almost from birth, Michael had a love and passion for drag racing and won many races in the Intermountain West, both in cars and on motorcycles. He was a man of integrity and loved his family and friends.
He is survived by his sweet wife, Wendy; parents Scott and Robin Packer; brother J.D. (James Don) Packer; grandparents Don and Linda Packer of Idaho Falls and Roger and Elna Sullivan of Rexburg. We would like to express our extreme gratitude for the love and support of wonderful friends and caring family.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 29, 2008, at 11 a.m. at the 52nd LDS Ward Chapel (4010 Hawthorne in Pocatello) with Bishop Brett Mower officiating. The family will receive friends on May 28, Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Manning-Wheatley Funeral Chapel, 510 N. 12th Ave. in Pocatello, and from 10 to 10:45 a.m. prior to services at the church. Interment will be in the Restlawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Funeral arrangement are under the direction of Manning-Wheatley Funeral Chapel.
Online condolences may be sent to the Packer family at www.manningwheatleyfuneralchapel.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Packer
Jared and Cynthia Carter
May 31, 2008
Robin, Scott, and J.D.-We just recently heard about your great loss, we are so sorry, and can only imagine how you must be feeling. Here is a scripture that has helped us remember part of the Savior's mission and that death is only part of our life here on earth. "There is a ressurection, therefore the grave hath no victory, and the sting of death is swallowed up in Christ." Mosiah 16:8 We love you both and please do not hesitate to call or write us. Love, Jared, Cynthia, and Sabrynna Carter
JENNIFER & VONNIE FLYNN
May 30, 2008
WENDY,
WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
Mike and Camie M. Crockett
May 29, 2008
Wendy,
We hope you know how sorry we are for your loss. You are in our hearts and prayers. We Love You, Mike and Camie M. Crockett
Chris Sonderegger
May 29, 2008
Dear Packer family,
I'm so sorry to learn of Michael's passing. Although our lives have been separated by many years, I cherish the time the Packers spent in Sugar City and have thought of you often. Please know the entire family is in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Rayna & John Phillips
May 29, 2008
Scott & Robin,
We are saddened to hear about your son. You have always been amazing to us. You are both wonderful people and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cody & Angii Cumpton
May 29, 2008
Scott,
We will forever remember the love Mike had in is heart. His smile will be missed at the track(s). You are in our thoughts and prayers in this sad time. May God bless your family with peace to get through this difficult time.
Kathy Stucki
May 29, 2008
To Robin,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
A bond between a Mom and Son is a very special one. I also lost a Son about Michael's age. You will always really miss him, but I want you to know that the horrible aching pain will ease up.
With Love,
Kathy and Spencer Stucki
Pa (Bob), Ma(Linda) & Darin Cook
May 28, 2008
Scott,
We go back many years when Michel was very small at Firebird Raceway, watching you race along side our son, Darin. We always appreciated your attitude and your sportmanship and the love that you shared for your son. We were so sorry to hear of your family loss. From one racing family to another, we know that your faith will carry you through this tough time. God speed!
The Cooks
John and Lisa Ganske
May 28, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your happy memories bring you comfort. We pray that GOD will bless your whole family with healing. Please let us know if there is anything you need.
Jay Allen
May 28, 2008
To My freind Scott Packer
I was very sadened at learning of your loss. Michael was a great example of what a young man should be. May my prayers be with you and your family.
Jennifer Capell
May 28, 2008
To My Dear Friends Scott and Robin,
We are deeply sadened by the loss of Michael. You are in our thoughts and prayers. You two have always been a good example and Michael will be missed.
Love Dana, Jennifer( Wollen), Sabrina and Dalton Capell
Jerri Lu Gardner
May 28, 2008
To My Dear Friends,
I want to share my love and sympathy with you today and always. I am so saddened by your loss of Michael. What vivid memories I have of him always being so helpful and kind to your family and others. His example of a wonderful son & brother will be remembered by all who ever met him. I didn't know that Michael was married but I am sure his wife will forever be blessed by his kindness, gentleness and love that he had for his family. May the Lord bless and comfort all of you.
Sincerely,
Jerri Lu Gardner
Kathy Mason
May 28, 2008
Packer Family,
We were so sadened to hear about Mike. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sorry for your loss.
Kathy and Derrel Mason
Stan, Marilyn & Scott Schenk
May 28, 2008
We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your husband, son and brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need.
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