Blenda Watterson

Dec. 6, 1947 - Dec. 14, 2020

HEYBURN – Blenda Lee Farwell Watterson, a 73-year-old Heyburn resident, passed away at home on Monday, December 14, 2020.

Blenda was born on December 6, 1947, to Max J Farwell and Lois J Fullington. She loved her family very much and willing to help when she could. She was a very strong-willed person, and she also had a funny personality. She loved her trips to Jackpot with her ex-sister-in-law and best friend, Sandy Bendle, and their close friend Conni Martinez. She loved to crochet and knit.

Blenda was recently diagnosed with ALS, which took her very quickly. She is loved and will always be missed by those who knew her.

Blenda is survived by her children, Michael Wayne McLaws of Burley, and Katherine (Kathy) Gummow of Heyburn; her sister, Carla Haney of Port Charlotte, Florida; brothers, Mike (Shanna) Farwell of Declo, Gary (Louise) Farwell of Farmington, Arkansas, and Douglas Farwell of Buhl; seven grandchildren, Jarod Baker, Mara Gummow, Toni Hodge, Gydon Hodge, Tasia Hodge, Brandon McLaws, and Mason McLaws; six great-grandchildren, Kaylee Martin, Lilianah Chavez, Tracy Martin, Breanna Martin, and Everleigh Hodge; six nephews; and five nieces.

She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents; her great-grandson, Brayden James Horton; several aunts and uncles; a nephew, Gary Marc Farwell; and a great-nephew, Ethen Farwell.

At this time, no formal services will be held to honor Blenda’s wishes. Her remains will be laid to rest in Gem Memorial Gardens next to her parents.

Arrangements have been placed in the care of Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home of Burley.