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Viola Farr Nebeker

Aug. 24, 1930 - May 20, 2020

Date of Service: May 27, 2020

BURLEY – Viola Farr Nebeker, age 89, passed peacefully from this life into the arms of her parents and Heavenly Father, on Wednesday, May 20, 2020, following multiple valiant battles with Lymphoma.

Viola was born August 24, 1930, in Gallup, New Mexico, the daughter of Albert and Aldean Hall Farr. She met the love of her life, Jess Junior Nebeker, while he was serving a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Santa Barbara, California. They were married and sealed in the Logan Utah Temple on February 22, 1955. They enjoyed 65 years of marriage and she was an amazing mother to six children: Cheri (Bruce) Barzee, Denise (Dave) Bennett, Alisa (Greg) Stout, Eric (Joni) Nebeker, Todd (Kris) Nebeker, and Kelly (Todd) Williams.

Viola leaves behind her eternal companion, Jess; her children; 23 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and her siblings, Velma Finkle, Shirley Wilkins, and John Farr.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Albert; sister, Julene; granddaughter, Jamie Bennett; great-great-granddaughter, Bailey Loy; and son-in-law, David Bennett.

A family graveside service will be held at 12 Noon, Wednesday, May 27, at Pleasant View Cemetery in Burley. A viewing for family and friends will be held from 10:30 until 11:30 a.m. prior to the graveside service at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley.

Condolences for Viola Farr Nebeker

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From Gene & Colleen Thompson:

We will miss her a lot. Sorry for your loss Denise and Alisa. Your mom was always so kind to us.

From Johanna Anderson:

Vi was one of the sweetest persons I have ever known, and always happy in spite of her health struggles. She and Jess raised a wonderful family. May your memories help you find comfort in your loss. Sending prayers and love to all of you.

From Ken, Billie Rae, Leta & Family:

Alisa & Greg & family, we are so sorry for the loss of your mother. May you feel the love and friendship from all those who are extending their memories to you. May you know and feel that love of your mother surround you with her living arms always.

From Marilyn Young:

I am sorry for your loss. Your mom (and grandma) was a wonderful, kind and gracious woman. I am blessed to have gotten to know her, she was very kind and accepting of me. May God bless you all at this special time. Hold fast to your memories as they will sustain you. My love and prayers for each of you.

From Kelly Arritt:

Sorry to hear about your mom. You are in my thoughts and will be in my prayers as well.

From Bishop and Ila Stucki:

Sweet Denise and family,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of of your dear Mother and wife. Denise has been our neighbor for many years and we have so appreciated being able to call them friends. Ken was bishop when we lost Mike. You are so dear to us.

From Kathie Brown:

So sorry for your loss! I loved being her visiting teacher many years ago. Such a sweet spirit!

From Wenona (Marquez) Utter:

I’m so very sorry for your loss! Your Mom was a beautiful person inside and out. She & your Dad were a big part of my teen years. They hold a special place in my heart I’m praying that you can feel peace at this time. “Until you meet again”

From Kevin Merrill:

Pi am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

From Lynda (Angell) Burden:

Sorry for your loss Denise.
I will always remember your dad and her beautiful smile from high school. You were blessed to have your mom for so many loving years.

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