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Juanita Kerbs

Mar. 20, 1939 - May 30, 2024

Date of Service: Jun. 8, 2024

BURLEY – Our beloved Juanita Jacobsen Kerbs, an 85-year-old resident of Burley, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 30, 2024.

Juanita was born March 20, 1939, in Springdale, Idaho, to Richard Harold and Elsie May (Harris) Jacobsen. Juanita had two older brothers, Richard and Kay, and two younger twin siblings, Darwin and Darlene. She grew up in the Jackson area and graduated from Minico High School in 1957. Juanita took great pride in the fact she and her classmates were the first graduating class to attend all three years at the new high school.

On January 10, 1958, Juanita married Farrell Kerbs in Elko, Nevada. Together, they had two sons, Jeff and Gordon. She is well known for a nickname as a child that has stuck with her throughout her lifetime, commonly known as “Pooch.” Her nieces and nephews still call her Aunt Pooch and her grandchildren and great-grandchildren call her Grandma Pooch.

Juanita held many jobs throughout her adult life, including Beeline Café, JCPenney, J & J Office Supply, and Bank of Idaho. She was also employed by Amfac Electric for 20-plus years and Minidoka Memorial Hospital for 30-plus years. This is where she made numerous lifelong friends.

She was a member of the Burley United Methodist Church. She had a passion for making ceramics and spending time in her flower garden. Numerous people in her life have received her work as a gift. She also was a very avid sports and activities fan for her sons and grandchildren throughout their high school and college years.

Surviving Juanita are her two sons, Jeff (Tori) Kerbs and Gordon Kerbs, both of Burley; sisters-in-law, Barbara Jacobsen of Burns, Oregon, Brenda Jacobsen of Twin Falls, Julie Kerbs of Rupert, and Mardene Adams of Burley; grandchildren Jenger, Keri, Kellen, Taylor, Kassi and Kayla; 14 great-grandchildren; and many special nieces and nephews.

Juanita was preceded in death by two infants; her parents; four siblings, Richard Jacobsen, Kay Jacobsen, Darwin Jacobsen, and Darlene Weber; several aunts and uncles; and her loving husband, Farrell.

A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 8, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, located at 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley, with the Rev. Ken Haftorson officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant View Cemetery in Burley. A luncheon for friends and family will be held at Morey’s Steakhouse following the graveside service.

Family and friends will be received from 5 until 7 p.m. Friday, June 7, and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

The family suggests memorials be made to Hospice Visions, 455 Parkview Loop East, Twin Falls, ID 83301, or a charity of choice.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/ZhYefFv8YKY.

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From Paul Allred:

Gordy and Jeff, I’m very sorry to have heard that your wonderful Mom recently passed. I was in Burley today for a funeral and drove past our old schools, our homes and even Bob Mai’s place too where we spent unbelievable hours playing sports games.

I thought of the countless times Juanita always genuinely waved at me with her kindly smile me no matter where I was, and, also cheered on our Burley school teams regardless of weather conditions, location, or how terrible we were playing. I respected your Mom and felt her kindness and concern for all of us who were your teammates.

God bless you both as you remember your Mom’s love and care for you and many many others whose lives she influenced in a permanently, meaningful way.

Paul Allred — BHS Class of ‘79.

From Steve Hansen:

So sorry for the loss of your mother. I not only have childhood memories of hanging out at your house but also had the pleasure to work with her at Amfac Electric. She was a beautiful person and will always hold a special place in my heart.

From Steve Hansen:

So sorry for the loss of your mother I not only have childhood memories of hanging out at your house but also had the pleasure to work with her at Amfac Electric she was a beautiful person and will always hold a special place in my heart

From Sharon Land Howa:

Dear Jeff, Gordy and family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Your mom was a sweetheart and loved by all. God’s blessings to you and your family.

From Steve and Shelley Jones and all families :

Lifetime family and friends. Your families are in our prayers!

From Kristen Knightom:

I absolutely loved living by Juanita for 2.5 years there. She also brought us Juanita tortilla chips with her salsa. She was such a sweet, kind neighbor. She would surprise us with a loaf of bread and a home cooked meal. She was so kind. I’m sure her husband is happy to welcome here home.

From Brent Bodily:

Juanita was a special person. Jeff, Gordon keep her memory close to your heart and be thankful she is your mother!

From Kris Frost:

Gordie and Jeff,
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was such a sweet lady. Cherish your memories of her, she is watching over both of you!

From Lois Wood:

I'm sorry to see that Juanita passed away. Jeff and I both worked with her for several years and hope the family will be comforted at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I will be out of town that weekend, and I'm sorry to miss her service.

From Kellie Petersen:

I'm so sorry to hear of " Pooch" passing and so sorry for your loss. Pooch was a pillar of strength and full of love. I have so many wonderful childhood memories spent at the Kerbs house, she was a wonderful lady and so good to us girls, she truly had a heart of gold....she is forever loved and will be missed.

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