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Patricia "Trish" Hurst

Patricia "Trish" Hurst

Sep. 27, 1955 - Jun. 16, 2026

Date of Service: Jun. 29, 2026

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HEYBURN – Patricia “Trish” Hurst, 70, of Heyburn, passed away unexpectedly while visiting family in Tennessee on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

Trish was born September 27, 1955, in Burley, Idaho, the oldest of three children born to Stephen Ellis and Joyce Dawn Henderson Ottley. After graduating from Minico High School in 1973, she earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Boise State University.

She married her best friend and eternal companion, Ricky Glenn Hurst, on October 19, 1974, in the Ogden Utah Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Throughout her life, she faithfully served in many church callings, including Primary, Young Women, and music organizations.

Trish worked for 25 years at Amalgamated Sugar. She also operated Trish’s Weddings for 10 years and provided bookkeeping services for Darrington Farms in Declo and Hem-Stitching Etc. in Burley.

One of her greatest passions was swimming. She served as swim director at Racqueteers (now Impact Athletic) and later at the Burley Pool. Over more than 30 years, she taught countless children to swim, including lessons in her own backyard during recent years. She also trained more than 400 lifeguards over a 24-year period.

Trish was equally devoted to 4-H. She led one of the largest clubs in Cassia County and served at regional, state, and international levels. She and Rick represented Idaho in Japan during the 25th International Exchange Forum and hosted several Japanese youth in their home, maintaining friendships with many of them throughout the years. In recognition of her contributions, she was among the first inductees into the Idaho 4-H Hall of Fame.

She loved working with children of all ages and finding opportunities to serve others. Even in death, her spirit of service continues through organ donation, which will help save three lives.

Trish was an avid Utah Jazz fan, remaining loyal long after John Stockton retired. For several years, she hosted monthly “Grandma Days” with her grandchildren, creating treasured memories that will last a lifetime. She made every effort to attend her children’s and grandchildren’s activities and often worried about how she and Rick could be in multiple places at once while still fulfilling their many other responsibilities.

She and Rick traveled to Africa, England, Scotland, and Ireland. At the time of her passing, she was in Tennessee attending her granddaughter’s graduation—a reflection of her commitment to supporting the people she loved.

When time allowed, she enjoyed sewing, quilting, crocheting, cross-stitching, playing the piano (self-taught), and swimming.

Whether teaching a child to swim, serving in her church and community, supporting a 4-H member, or cheering on a grandchild, Trish’s greatest joy came from helping others succeed. Her influence will continue to be felt for generations.

Her children and grandchildren will remember her as their biggest cheerleader. Her life was centered on faith, family, and service, and those who knew her understood that she gave her whole heart to everything she did.

She is survived by her loving husband of nearly 52 years, Rick Hurst; children, Summer (Brian) Blauer of Heyburn, Peggy (Jonathan) Vernon of Shelley, Nancy (Greg) Page of Santa Clara, Utah, Stephen (Lindsay) Hurst of Rupert, Thayne (Amber) Hurst of Maynardville, Tennessee, Elizabeth (Brett) Stephens of Rupert, and Andrea (Sean) Haysom of Key West, Florida; brothers, Vance Ottley and Steve John (Jenny) Ottley, both of Burley; brother-in-law, Tim (Becky) Hurst of Heyburn; and 22 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Stephen and Joyce Ottley; parents-in-law, Harold and Irene Hurst; also in-laws, Dean (Jan) Hurst, and Cindy (Kelly) Hutchison; and granddaughters, Quinn and Baylee Page.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, June 29, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – Rupert West Stake Center, located at 26 S. 100 West, Rupert, Idaho, with Bishop Tyson Steel officiating. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Heyburn.

Family and friends will be received from 5 until 7 p.m. Sunday, June 28, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/OQ5_19dRkQA.

Condolences for Patricia "Trish" Hurst

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From Leslie & Jed Astle:
We are so sorry to hear of the accident. Our son was one of the Tennessee locals who visited her in the hospital. We are sorry for this loss but feel a sense of relief knowing she was helped by a fellow Idahoan who has Cassia County ties so far from home. May she rest with the angels.
From Seba Sebastian:
This news is very difficult for me, and my friends: Caminho Futete and Sawe, we met her when we worked at McCain food in Idaho, it was through the Blood family, they gave us as a reference for her to help us learn to swim. It was for a few days but it was wonderful because in a short time she showed us love and we loved her too. But God did his will. I just wish she had eternal rest at the right hand of the Heavenly Father.
From Sumiko Urayama:
I was a Japanese exchange student, and Trish became my American Mom from that day on. I always called her "Mom" without hesitation. She truly was my mom, and she always will be. I only lived with her for one year, but the impact she had on my life has lasted a lifetime. She was one of the strongest, brightest, and most lovable women I have ever known. She raised seven children while caring for her family, working, playing the piano, and going to college. She showed me what it looks like to live life to the fullest and to take responsibility for my own happiness. Today I have a family I love and two children of my own. I truly enjoy being a wife and a mother, and I owe so much of that to you, Mom. You taught me that family can be one of the happiest places on earth. You showed me how joyful motherhood can be and how deeply a mother can love her children. Thank you, Mom, for being my mom. I miss you so much. I love you. Your Japanese daughter, Sumiko
From Debra Beck:
Trish is one in million! Just love her and especially you Rick. Sending our love and prayers to your wonderful family!
From Debra Beck:
Trish is one in million! Just love her and especially you Rick! Sending our love and prayers to your wonderful family!
From Kim Walton:
I am so sorry, for the loss of your wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Trish was dedicated to so many people to help them. She was well respected by both me and any son.
From Dyann Blood:
Trish was so lovable and from the moment I met her, I was fascinated at all of her interest, talents, and experiences. She truly lived life large and she will be deeply missed. I’m so blessed to have known her since we have been in the same ward! She taught four Mozambique men to swim-out of the kindness of her heart, she provided them with an opportunity that would not have happened without her. I’m very sad and will miss seeing her, learning from her and enjoying a friendship. My love and condolences to her family!!!
From Mary Wray:
Trish was/is a truly amazing person! She was full of life and gave freely to others of her love, time, and abilities. She was compassionate. She was a perfectionist and so conscientious. She loved serving in the Temple, in fact I was her trainer and it was a wonderful experience serving with her! “I miss and love you SO much Trish”!
To her family; deepest condolences for having to live for a while without her. She will be waiting in Heaven for you and what a joyous occasion when you see and get to be with her again for ever! I like you am so looking forward to that.
From Mary Wray:
Trish was/is a truly amazing person! She was full of life and gave freely to others of her love, time, and abilities. She was compassionate. She was a perfectionist and so conscientious. She loved serving in the Temple, in fact I was her trainer and it was a wonderful experience serving with her! “I miss and love you SO much Trish”! To her family; deepest condolences for having to live for a while without her. :( She will be waiting in Heaven for you and what a joyous occasion when you see and get to be with her again for ever! I like you am so looking forward to that.
From Pamala Parish Ruby:
Hurst family, I am so sorry for your loss. Trish was a very special person with so many talents. She was always so friendly and helpful in any situation. Heaven gained an angel.
From Terri Smith:
Sending prayers and hugs to all the Hurst family. I have known Trish for many years when our kids were in grade school. She was someone I always admired and looked up to because she could, and did, everything! From chaperoning band trips to helping her kids baseball teams, to catering and sewing and swimming & lifeguard lessons and later on being such a great Grandma hosting her grandkids for their special days with her, and the list of wonderful things she did could go on and on. She never stopped serving or helping or smiling or loving her life, especially with her eternal companion, Rick and her family. God is using her for good right now because He needs the BEST ones for the work on the other side of the veil. God bless until we see her again.
From Jerry Andersen :
I have so many wonderful memories of Trish as we raised our little families at the local swimming pools. I will miss her smile and our talks about how great our kids are now that they are grown and given us wonderful, beautiful grandkids. She will be missed greatly! My thoughts and prayers to her family.
From Ursula Byington :
I’m so sorry for the Hurst family’s loss and pray that the Lord will comfort you with His love and healing power! I thank Trish for her kind friendship and helping us with a wedding reception of one of our daughters.
From Amber (Aston) Dickens:
Sending love to the whole Hurst family. Trish is an amazing woman. I did lifeguard certification with her decades ago and remember how fun and energetic she was. I remember her telling us that she made the swimming suit she was wearing, and I was so impressed. Prayers that you feel her near and feel peace and Heavenly Father's love.
From Amanda Marre:
I'm truly sorry for your loss uncle Rick and family. May God help heal your hearts.
From Jean Freymiller :
Our most heartfelt condolences to the Hurst and Ottley families on the passing of our cousin, Tricia! She was a very talented and special lady! Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Love to you all! Jean, Nancy, Peggy and Scott
From Darla Whipple:
Rick, we are so sorry for your loss and send our deepest condolences along with prayers!
From Lottie Hurst:
So sorry Rick and family. Trish had such a zest for life in all she did. Sending my love and prayers for comfort.
From Al and Kathy Barrus:
Our love, and prayers go out to Rick and the family. Trish was a special lady.
From Carrie :
My deepest condolences to the Hurst family. Thank you Trish for always giving me a hug and being a good friend to my mom and seeing my kids as they are. You will always be like another grandma to them. Thank you for these past 20 years for the support, kind words and smiles. Thank you so much for loving my little sister. Love always, Carrie.
From Sue Haysom:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We were pleased we got to meet her, she loved her family and was proud of you all. Love to all the family from Sue, Howard and the Haysom families.
From Vickie Henderson-Jensen:
Sending love and condolences to family and friends.
From Jess Manion :
Trish was my first boss, and I don't think she ever realized just how much she influenced my life. She trained me as a lifeguard and swim instructor, and through that I discovered how much I loved teaching. Because of her, I ended up becoming a teacher during the school year and I still help manage the Burley pool where I first met her in the summers. I'm so grateful for everything she taught me, both in and out of the pool. She will be so missed.
From Katie Tomberlin:
My family has been blessed for many years knowing Trish and Rick. My children have had the privilege of being taught swimming by Trish and are missing her very much. Prayers for you Rick and your family.
From Julia Tateoka:
Trish was influential when my sisters and I were teenagers. She trained all for of us to be lifeguards and swim instructors. She was always kind, loving, and understanding! I know she touched so many lives. My heart goes out to her loved ones during this time.
From Carl & Paula McElhinney :
Carl and I are heart broken hearing of Trish's passing. We worked with Rick in the early 80s at Full Circle. She was a kind and friendly gal. RIP Trish.
From Filipe Futete:
I’ve known Trish I'm African from Mozambique, I met her last year when I worked at McCain through a couple called Blood. Trish received us at her house and taught us swimming and honestly speaking I have a lot of hope of meeting her again especially because she is a very charismatic person. I pray that the Holy Spirit will console the family and that she will have eternal rest and I know that through the gospel everything will be fine.
From Hailey Shubin:
We love Trish and she will be so missed! I was lucky enough to be one of the 400+ lifeguards she trained. The Burley Pool was never the same after she retired. My kids loved her as their swim teacher! Prayers for all her loved ones.
From Richard Williams:
Rick, all our condolences and love to your family.
From Deanne Littlebear :
RICK, my condolences for your loss.
From Mardell & Cole Kisler:
My dear friend Trishtopher (as I use to call her), I will miss you so much. Even though we didn’t talk often, when we did it was like we had stayed in constant contact with each other. Praying for peace and comfort for Rick and family.
From Lorrie Dunahoo:
Hurst and Ottley family my heart is broken. Trish was a wonderful person who would give you the shirt off her back. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her.
From Misty Lynn Peterson :
We are all devastated by the news. Trish was so nice an had the biggest heart. Super supportive and loving. She is leaving a big hole in our hearts. Love you forever Sweet Trish.
From Amy Darrington:
I loved Trish! She taught me how to lifeguard and working with her was a hoot! She was a great boss and friend. I am so saddened to hear of her passing. My thoughts are with you all.
From Alyson (Berg) Bair:
I am one of her lifeguards that worked with her. I have fond memories of that time period. I'm glad I saw her and talked with her last year at a play.
From Kevin George:
Trish was always the life of the party and the most interesting person in the room. She will be missed.
From Inv. Dan Paidousis UCSO:
My thoughts are with the Hurst Family.
From Linda Petersen:
Trish was a “doer.” She brought energy and sunshine to our community. She loved and helped people and she was so dedicated to her family. Her grandma camps were inspiring. Prayers of comfort to her wonderful family.
From Laurie McMillan:
I loved Trish. She was one of the happiest, fun and thoughtful people I ever knew. My heart is sad, and I pray for your family's peace and comfort.
From Debbie Wilcox:
I’ve known Trish since she worked in the office at Amalgamated. Such a nice lady and so talented. May her loved ones be comforted and know there are prayers out there for all of you.

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