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Kenna Anderson Wyatt

May 22, 1943 - Aug. 17, 2023

Date of Service: Aug. 26, 2023

BURLEY – Kenna Anderson Wyatt, an 80-year-old resident of Burley, passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023.

She was born May 22, 1943, in Burley, Idaho, to her wonderful and loving parents, Samuel Robert and Dora Lyons Anderson. They brought her home to an over-joyed older sister, Barbara “Bobbie.” Two years later the family was complete when her younger sister, Tauna, was born. She attended school in Burley and had a great childhood. The family went on many vacations together. She graduated from Burley High School as the salutatorian in 1961 and went on to further her education at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. She graduated with a degree in elementary education and a minor in math.

She met her husband, Neal, on a blind date and they were married for time and all eternity in the Logan Utah Temple on June 24, 1965. They made their home in Burley where Kenna began her teaching career. Neal was also a teacher and coach in Oakley. Kenna was his biggest fan and rarely missed a football or basketball game that he was coaching. They were the proud and very supportive parents of three girls, Alison, Candace and Robyn.

Kenna was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and she served in many callings over the course of her life. These callings included Primary president, Young Women president, and ward librarian – a calling she loved. However, her favorite was serving as an ordinance worker in the temple. Kenna and Neal served as ordinance workers in the Twin Falls Idaho Temple on Friday mornings and cherish the friendships they made there.

The highlight of her life was her family. No matter what sport or activity her grandchildren were participating in, she was there! Often on the road to Worland, Wyoming, Idaho Falls, or just across town in Burley, you would find her at basketball and volleyball games, swim meets, music performances and dance recitals. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and she was very proud of them.

Kenna was an amazing cook, known for her fudge, caramels and divinity. She also made the best cheese potatoes and homemade rolls. She was an incredible crocheter, and made afghan blankets for all of her grandchildren and baby blankets for many friends and family members. She liked to watch football games and tennis matches. She was a true blue BYU fan and watched every game she could. She also loved to watch game shows and put together puzzles - the harder the better!

Kenna taught fourth grade for more than 30 years. She taught at Dworshak Elementary and White Pine Elementary schools and she had treasured friendships with the teachers at both schools. As a teacher, she was invested in each of her students’ education, not only while in her classroom, but as they continued on with their education and lives.

She was preceded in death by her parents, S. Robert “Bob” Anderson and Dora Lyons Anderson; and her two sisters, Barbara Morgan and Tauna Myers.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Willard Neal Wyatt; three daughters, Alison (Scott) Rydalch of Idaho Falls, Candace (Tracy) King of Burley, and Robyn Jones of Worland, Wyoming; her grandchildren, Jenna, Creighton, Cambree, Jared, Sakoya, Jordan, Kennadee, Kayson, Saige, Janeal, Kaia, Justin, Denali, Kestlé, Derringer, Wynter and Wyatt; and seven great-grandchildren.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 26, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Pella 2nd Ward, located at 160 W. 400 S., of Burley. Burial will be at Pella Cemetery.

Family and friends will be received from 5 until 7 p.m. Friday, August 25, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley, and at the church on Saturday, from 10 until 10:45 a.m.

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

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From Sarah Schmitt:

Mrs Wyatt touched my life in grade school. She was the best teach. The summer after I had her as a teacher my brother died. I will never forget her coming to my house to visit me and brought me flowers. She is one of the best and always made you feel better about yourself each time you talked with her. She will be missed!

From Lonnie and Gay Downs:

We just love Kenna! She was always a bright spot in our day whenever we happened to see her. We are some of the fortunate ones who were blessed to enjoy her candy, especially her divinity. She was always serving others. We know of a wonderful reunion with her parents, sisters and other loved ones. We are unable to be at her viewing or funeral and will watch the webcast. Thanks for making this available so we can honor her by watching the service. Our love and prayers to Neal and all of her family. She will be very missed in our community.

From Ruth Van Tassell:

She is a sweet lady. So grateful for her and her families influence in my life! I sure do love you all. Wish I could be there in person to be able to give you all a great big hug!!

From Jean Freymiller:

Our condolences, thoughts and prayers are with the entire Wyatt family on the passing of their dear mother Kenna! She was a special classmate who later taught school with my mother and was dearly loved as a teacher! Love to you all! Garth and Jean Freymiller

From Michelle and Darin Baker:

Such a sweet lady! Lucky to have her as a teacher for our girls! Always had the sweetest smile and warm tender voice! Thinking of you all!

From Beth Pearson:

Kenna was a loving, surrogate mom for me during college. She always let me tag along to the family’s activities, dinner out, cousins homecomings in Tooele or whatever, just cause I was her daughter’s bestest roommate. When they came to town, I was included. I only have happy thoughts of what a great lady she was. Supportive of her hubby and daughters, welcoming to friends, a dedicated teacher and creative, lovely lady. I know she will be missed.

From Eileen Albertson Petersen:

I love Kenna and loved her well-written obituary. I see how much she is loved by many others—371 likes and 221 comments on the original post by Candace about her passing and 194 likes and 25 more comments on her obituary post. Kenna and I were kindred spirits from the time we first met in 1966 when Walt and I moved to Burley. I'm so thankful Gary drove me to Idaho to be with her last Saturday and we talked about that pact we made 40 years ago with each other for whoever "graduated to heaven" first. Family is forever and so are friends. May the Savior's comfort encircle Neal, Alison & Scott, Candace & Tracy, Robyn, and all her precious posterity at this sacred time. Love from The Petersen's--Eileen, and Janie & Shawn, Gary, Steve, David & Julie, Julie & John, Brian & Jennifer, Jen & Jerry…and Walt from heaven.

From The Hoge Family:

We’re so sad to see this. We love you Sister Wyatt! You were always watching over our family. If we missed Church just one week you were checking up on us and we could tell you loved us. You will be missed.

From Al and Kathy Barrus:

Our love and thoughts are with Neal and the family at this difficult time. Kenna has been a dear friend and neighbor for many years and will be truly missed by all who knew her.

From Connie Mitchell:

Candace and Tracy, I am so sorry to hear about your sweet mom. Sending love and blessing to you and your family.

From Gary McCall:

Saddened to hear of Kenna's passing. I knew her through her daughter Candace and her fine family. Sincere condolences and our prayers will be with you during this difficult period.

From Lee Braegger:

Hugs and prayers to the wonderful family of my best friend of 60+ years. Kenna made a positive difference in many lives. She will be missed.

From Karla Harris:

Kenna was a loving, friendly cousin. She had a gift of always making you feel that you were someone very important and special. All of the Andersons did. She used to call me "Karla Annie," an affectionate name. I can still hear her voice. My middle name is Ann and our Grandmother Lyons was named Annie. Every time I hear the name Annie, I think of Kenna and my grandmother. Thank you. Kenna lived a superb life! We want to wish the family our condolences. May you feel comfort as you remember memories of Kenna. God bless. Love, Karla Ann (Sorensen) Harris and Steve Harris.

From Joe Stringham:

To all the Wyatt family, our sincere condolences to you on the loss of this wonderful lady. Always a very gracious lady and always a smile on her face. With heavens love and blessings, I know you will see her again. May you have heavens comfort always.

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