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Henry Lee Jolley

Henry Lee Jolley

Jul. 24, 1934 - Feb. 3, 2021

Date of Service: Feb. 8, 2021

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ALBION – Henry Lee Jolley passed away at his home in Albion with family by his side, on February 3, 2021. He was 86 years old.

Lee was born July 24, 1934, in Paul, Idaho, the son of Ruth Afton Jolley and Kenneth Earl Jolley. He grew up in Paul and graduated from Burley High School in 1953.

The Cassia County Fair Queen caught his eye and he eventually won her over and made her his wife. Lee and Marijane Clay were married July 1, 1955, in Elko, Nevada, and their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake City Temple. Their union was blessed with three daughters, Tanya, Julianne, and Dalana. Lee and Marijane were married for 65 years before his passing.

They moved to Albion and worked on the small family dairy. Lee later worked for the Idaho Transportation Department for many years until his retirement in 1996.

Horses and 4-H were always a part of life. Many chariot horses and race horses were raised on Jolley Acres and many 4-H kids came through their gates during the 50-plus years Lee and Marijane served as leaders.

Lee was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He enjoyed serving the members of the Albion valley as Bishop, High Councilor, and longtime Scouting leader. Many scouting adventures were had and remembered.

He will be missed by all those who loved and cared for him.

He is survived by his wife, Marijane Clay Jolley of Albion; three daughters, Tanya Chojnacky (Bill) of Denver, Colorado, Julianne Richins (Greg) of Alexander, North Dakota, and Dalana Jolley (Elden) of Queen Creek, Arizona; He is also survived by four grandchildren, Kenna Harris (Chip), Charlce Kidd (Josh), William Lee Chojnacky, and Logan Chojnacky. As well as six great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth Earl Jolley and Ruth Afton Jolley; and his sister, Marilyn Hall Albert.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Michelle Searle of Minidoka Home Health and Hospice.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, February 8, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Albion Ward, 889 Main St., with Bishop Dave Nebeker officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Albion.

Friends may call from 5 until 7 p.m. Sunday, February 7, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley, and at the church on Monday, from 10 until 10:45 a.m.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available at the following link: https://youtu.be/FwitPL45mfE.

Due to the ongoing effects of COVID-19, social distancing and the wearing of face masks will be practiced.

Condolences for Henry Lee Jolley

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From Mary Brown Loveland Taylor:
Marijane, I just found out that Lee passed away. I am so sorry for your families loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. He was a very good man and you made an amazing couple. Peace to you and your family!
From Jim Collett:
As a young man I had the chance to rub shoulders with Lee in the chariot and race horse business. I was about fifteen when I had the opportunity to meet Lee and family. Lee was always very kind to me as I was learning the ropes in the race horse industry. Lee was always helpful and became a good friend. I moved out of state and haven't seen Lee for years. The community lost a good friend. I wish the best for Marijane and family .
From John Vogt:
I feel very fortunate and blessed to have married into the Carlson family and to have been able to know Lee for nearly 30 years. Thanks for treating me like family and thanks for pulling Jared and I out of Howell Canyon when we were dumb and got our trucks stuck on a 4x4 adventure! Much love to you, Marijane
From Burke Garner:
A true gentlemen! I have never seen a more respectable person than Lee. He and Marijane will forever hold a special place in our families heart. Weekly visits to Jolley Acres and lifelong friendships were built with this great couple.
From Dolores Booth :
So sorry to hear of your loss. We will always thank God for all our special memories.
From Richard and Elsie Garrard:
Lee was a true gentleman in every way. Richard and I will be forever grateful for the time, training and love he gave to our daughter, Jenni. She respects and loves Lee so much! We appreciate all the work he did at the Bishops’ Storehouse. What a joy he was to everyone. Our love and sympathy is with all the family. May the Lord continue to love and bless you.
From Sharon Hutchison:
Thinking of you with Sincere Sympathy and Fond Memories of your loved one.
From DeAnne Kempton-Glenn:
I am so saddened to hear of Lee's passing. I don't have a lot of Albion memories that don't involve the Jolley's whether it was staying the night or riding in horse 4-H in your back pasture. My thoughts and prayers are with the famiy.
From Hank and Melanie Clark family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Lee will be missed.
From Whittney Cheney:
Lee was an excellent friend and 4h leader. I have many fond memories of him. When I was a child I built a rock fort on his property and asked him to leave it up so I could play with it the following week, and he left it up for me. I was once thrown from a horse at his house in preparation for the Miss Rodeo Idaho contest. I was knocked unconscious and he gave me a blessing. I remember waking up seeking him out for help. The next week he was encouraging me to get back on and with his support, I did. He will always hold a special place in my heart. He will be greatly missed.
From Leslee Warr:
Lee has always been one of my favorites. His tender and calming voice would always be accompanied with a hug. I really enjoyed spending some of my younger years in the Jolley home. He was a great man. Thinking of you Maryjane and Dalana as well as the rest of the family. Sending hugs.
From Felix and Verda Villarma:
We didn't see Lee much the last few years of our annual high school reunion but enjoyed visiting with him in the early times. God bless you Mary Jane and your family and may God comfort you and give you peace.
From lorna rogers:
I always enjoyed visiting with Lee. For many years Keith & I shared the bench in Sacrament Meeting with Lee & Mary Jane. Keith & Lee were good friends. Probably Keith was there to welcome Lee back home. I send my very best to Mary Jane & the family. sincerely Lorna Rogers
From M Gene Hansen:
Lee was a great friend. He was one who I enjoyed visiting with and he helped me in many ways. He is a man of integrity. I never knew until today that his first name was Henry, and I don't think he knew what my first name is either, we both went by our middle names.
From Bethany Hall:
I loved visiting Uncle Lee and witnessing his heart and skill with horses and people. Whenever I eat a maple bar I think of him and his beautiful collection of cowboy boots. Thinking of the family and sending love.
From Dennis and Karlene Bunn:
What a great blessing and privilege it was for us to know Lee and to call him "Friend". Thanks for helping
the time pass quickly when we served together at the Bishop's storehouse. What a great man.
From Larry Stevens:
I have fond memories with Lee. A great friend and fellow horseman, a loving husband, and father. He will certainly be missed by all who knew him.
From Maria Brown:
Lee is one of my all time favorite people. Thanks for all of the wonderful horse memories with you and your family!

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