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Jimmie Duane Easton

Mar. 17, 1936 - Mar. 27, 2022

Date of Service: Apr. 23, 2022

TWIN FALLS – Jimmie (Jim) Duane Easton, age 86 of Twin Falls, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 27, 2022.

Jim was born March 17, 1936, in Paul, Idaho, the oldest of five children born to Orvie and Helen Benedict Easton. After graduating from Burley High School in 1954, Jim attended Utah State College before entering the U.S. Army in November 1955. His two years of service included 18 months with the 538th Field Artillery in Ulm, Germany.

He married Joan Tinsley on March 7, 1958, and the couple made their home in Burley, Idaho where they raised three children. After retirement from the U.S. Post Office in 1992, Jim enjoyed winters with his wife, friends, and family in Yuma, Arizona, while enjoying the summers tending to his yard and home in Twin Falls, Idaho.

Jim enjoyed time in the outdoors, namely hunting and fishing. His fondest memories include a two-month trip to Alaska during the summer of 1996, and the annual Labor Day outing at Wood River Campground with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Gary.

He is survived by his wife; siblings, Shirley Holligaugh, Sharon Larrondo, and Niel Easton; his children, Leslie (Shawn) West, Laura (Rex) Cyr, and Ron (Tammy) Easton; as well as 11 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

Jim will always be remembered for his infamous words of wisdom, endless hours throwing the football in the yard, and patient fishing with his kids and grandkids. Death is not the end. A baby is born and grips the strong finger of her daddy with hands too small to wrap all the way around. We grow up and move into parenthood, then grandparenthood. Just like that, we are saying goodbye. What a privilege to be able to grip the hand of that same strong finger and usher it into eternity.

A graveside service to honor Jim’s life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 23, at Gem Memorial Gardens, located at 2435 Overland Ave., in Burley, with military honors performed by the Mini-Cassia Veterans.

Services have been entrusted to the care of Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home of Burley.

Condolences for Jimmie Duane Easton

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From Dave and Betty Barrett:

We are saddened by the passage of Jim. I worked with him at the Post Office for over 20 years. I also hauled a few loads of hay with him and I worked with him a few times (Chain Gang) for the High School football games and we were neighbors for a few years. Betty worked with you, Joan, at the City. Betty and I have been married 42 years thanks to you and Jim introducing us. Jim was a great guy to work with and be around. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God watch over and protect all of you.

From Mary Anne Fox:

Oh Leslie I’m so sorry. I remember when anneFixyou found his skin cancer 30 Years ago. He lived a great life and taught his children well. Will Puti become the gravestone

From Gene & Sherry Funk:

Joan and family, God welcomed a Absolutely Great guy to be with him. He was loved by all who knew him! Our LOVE and our PRAYERS are with all of you!

From Marlon Nussbaum :

God’s tender mercies to all of Jim’s family and friends. He was a dear neighbor and friend .

I like these thoughts and translations of words from different versions of the Bible.
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servants.
Psalm 116:15 -NIV
(Precious )Of great consequence. Amp
He does not let them die lightly.
Living Bible
Costly death faithful servants.
Complete Jewish Bible
Jim’s zeal for living still will live on in many hearts. He certainly has blessed our family.

From Marlon Nussbaum :

From Jean Glaeseamnn:

Joan, so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He will be missed, Just last week I was thinking of the trip to Branson, Mo we took and what a wonderful time. Sending prayers your way.

From Pat Hart:

Dear Joan, so sorry to hear of Jims passing. I have many pleasant memories of you and Jim many years ago.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

From Mike and Carol Hill:

Dear Joan, We are so saddened to hear about Jim. We will miss him sitting behind us at church each week with his kind words and sweet smile. May God give you abundant strength and peace during this time

From Pam Newland:

So sorry for your family's loss. My thoughts and prayers are for you all.

From Kaye M Quesnell:

Joan and family. So sorry about Jim's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

From Linda Smith:

I am so sorry for your loss but so happy that Jim is now with his Lord and Savior. I have many fond memories of working with him at the Heyburn Post Office and our camping trip with him and Joan.

From Dewayne and Vera Johnson:

So sorry to hear of your loss, we remember many good times at church with Jim and Joan. Our prayers are with the family at this time

From Idaho State Veterans Cemetery - Blackfoot:

Rest in peace with honor and gratitude for your service.

From Mrs. A. Spell:

Sorry to learn that Mr. Easton has passed. May he live on in the minds and hearts of those who knew him best, giving comfort and peace during this difficult time. In God's care, he rests.. Isaiah 26:19; Psalms 37:29 My condolences and prayers.

From Shirley Pike and family:

So sorry to hear about Jim. Joan my thoughts and prayers are with you and family. Many good memories!

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