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Deanna Joyce Poppleton

May 30, 1937 - Dec. 6, 2023

Date of Service: Dec. 15, 2023

BURLEY – Deanna Joyce Miller Poppleton, our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, sister, and aunt returned to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 6, 2023.

Deanna (Dee) was born May 30, 1937, to Ralph Curtis Miller and Thelma Elizabeth Lord in Olathe, Kansas. She was the second of 12 children and the oldest daughter. Most of her childhood was spent in the Olathe area.

Dee married Gene Eldis Cannell in 1955, and they raised three children: Tarima Davidson of Anacortes, Washington, Greg Cannell (Jan Taylor Banner) of American Falls, Idaho, and Darren Cannell (Tracy) of Huntsville, Alabama. After Gene’s death in 1980, Dee married Dan Fletcher Poppleton, and they made their home in the Burley, Idaho area. Dan had three children from a previous marriage: David Poppleton of Vineyard, Utah, Kerrine Abrego of Paul, Idaho, and Daniel Poppleton of Bozeman, Montana.

Dee was a self-taught oil-paint artist, award-winning poet, home decorator, and yard specialist. She especially loved gardening, where she created some of the most beautiful tree, flower, and shrub landscapes. When asked what her favorite flower is, the response - “All of them! They all smell so good!” Her favorite holiday was Christmas; twinkling lights, Santas, angels, snowmen, and a beautifully decorated eight-foot tree were all on display.

Dee is survived by her husband, Dan; children; 18 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; along with five siblings, Judy (Dennis) Andrew of Kansas, Duane Miller of Kansas, Darla Casteel of Missouri, Debra (Larry) Arterburn of Kansas, and Gary (Dawn) Miller; as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Gene; her son, Carey Garland Cannell; her best friend, Delores “Dolly” Drew; and six siblings, Ralph Burns of Texas, Donna Arshinkoff of Missouri, Keith Miller, Doris Worley, Richard Miller, and Steve Miller, all of Kansas.

Family and friends will be received from 1 until 1:45 p.m., Friday, December 15, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, located at 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley. A graveside service will follow at 2 p.m., at Pleasant View Cemetery, located at 1645 E. 16th St., in Burley.

The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff at Parke View Rehabilitation Center, Highland Estates Assisted Living, Intermountain Hospice, and Cassia Regional Hospital for the loving care of our mother.

A live webcast of the Graveside Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/wWqXHg8jyCw.

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From Linda Brown:

Tarima, Greg and Darren. I'm so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was like a second mother to me. She will be greatly missed. I know how much she meant to my mom and vice versa, I'm sure they will be up in Heavan sitting at the kitchen table drinking coffee and having a great time catching up. My thoughts and Prayers are with you all.

From Debra & Larry Arterburn:

Deanna, you were so beautiful and as a younger sister I always wanted to get better acquainted with you but we will make up for lost time in heaven. I see you laughing and dancing in the after life where you are free of pain and sorrows. With our deepest sympathy for all your family. Love Debra & Larry

From Christopher Andrew:

I remember the few moments I had with my aunt, Deanna. She left an indelible imprint on mind and heart of what grace, dignity, and determination looked like. My condolences to all affected by her passing. Much love.

From Kent Chigbrow:

I'm very sorry for your loss

From Mike & Theresa Adams:

Anything we can do to help out just ask. She so much reminded me of my Mother.
Love and prayers.

From Tarima Davidson:

Mama,
You are finally free of your physical body! Dance with the angels and give Grandma Thelma, Aunt Dolly, and Carey big hugs from us.
Love, Tarima

From Darla K Miller:

My beautiful, talented, amazing sister Deanna. No one can ever take your place. I'll join you in heaven where Mama is waiting for us.

From Curt Burns:

My father’s favorite sister (he mentioned her numerous times as I was growing up). I lost an aunt I never knew but my heart aches none-the-less. Condolences to her immediate family.
With Love,
Curt and Teresa

From Renee Wells:

Greg, my heart is with you at this time of loss! I pray that you might find comfort in great memories!

From Felipe Gonzalez 5:

Sorry for your loss. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers.

From Rebecca Harper:

I love you Grandma D.

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