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Garth Michael Freymiller

Jul. 8, 1942 - Nov. 25, 2024

Date of Service: Dec. 9, 2024

BURLEY – Garth Michael Freymiller, an 82-year-old resident of Burley, passed away Monday, November 25, 2024, at Cassia Regional Hospital, in Burley, from unexpected health complications.

Garth was born on July 8, 1942, to Ray Irvin and Hulda Caroline (Johnson) Freymiller in Burley, Idaho. He and his sister, Linda, were raised on the family farm south of Burley in the View area. On November 2, 1961, he was sealed for time and all eternity to the love of his life, Jean Searle, in the Idaho Falls Temple. They were blessed with three daughters, Natalie, Stacy and Michelle. Garth was an active and faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in the Elders quorum presidency, Sunday school presidency and working with the Boy Scouts.

Garth was raised on and continued to farm the family farm until 1980. After retiring from farming, he worked for the PCA and received his real estate license working as a real estate agent and broker. He also owned and operated Centennial Mortgage and GMF Financial Services for many years. At the time of his death, he was working as a property manager for a home rental company. Garth served on the board of directors for Unity Light and Power, serving as President of the board, Vice-President and Secretary-Treasurer. He was actively involved in the merger process to form United Electric and served as Secretary-Treasurer at United Electric.

Garth was full of life and enjoyed joking with his family and others. You never knew when that horn might honk as you’re walking in front of the car or when he might show up unannounced in his “hippie” wig!!

Garth is survived by his wife of 63 years, Jean Freymiller; his daughters, Natalie Franks, Stacy Miller (Stuart) and Michelle (Steve) Brecht; his grandchildren, Ian Blackburn, Mackenzie Cofer, Kylie Blackburn and Mandi (Trell) Dowd; and his sister, Linda (Lanny) Hansen. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren, Payzlee, Hadley, Bryxlie, Nolan, Nyla, Traecer and Tanner.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Hulda Freymiller; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Orval and Gerry Searle; infant sister, Judy Freymiller; and a much-loved grandson, Joshua Cofer.

Dad always said “It will feel better when it quits hurting”, this is going to be hard to get feeling better from. We love you.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, December 9, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – View 1st Ward, located at 550 S. 500 E., of Burley, with Bishop Brent Stoker officiating. Burial will follow at View Cemetery.

Family and friends will be received from 5 until 7 p.m. Sunday, December 8, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, located at 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley, and from 10 until 10:45 a.m. Monday, at the church, prior to the funeral service.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/0EXU4rWcNA8.

Condolences for Garth Michael Freymiller

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From Eileen A. Petersen:

Jean and family. I just saw this Dec. 11. Deep, heart-felt condolences on the passing of your eternal sweetheart, Garth. You two have been a special part of Burley for us since we moved there in 1966. I see from the well-written obituary that Walt and I had been married the same year as you had been. May the Savior’s love comfort you as you await to be with Garth again—for eternity. Love from Eileen Petersen and family.

From Steve Johnson:

Wonderful memories of spending Christmas Eve at the Ray and Hulda Freymiller home and seeing Garth and Linda. We cousins loved to see one another. Steve wore many hand me down clothes that Garth grew out of when in our teenage years.

From Willie and Sherrie Heward:

Such a kind and genuine man. Love him and his sweet, witty wife Jean. What great people!!! Our prayers are with his family

From Patti Blankenship:

I am so very sorry for you all. It is just not real. What a special man he was. He was so kind and soft spoken. He was so so good to our grandchildren we share. My heart hurts for you all.

From Luana Sanders:

Garth was always so friendly and caring. Never seen him with out a smile. My love and sympathy to Jean.

From Pinch Ward:

Jean, Natalie, Stacy, and Michelle
We are so saddened to hear of Garth's passing. He was such a fun guy to be around. Heaven gained a great man..All our love and Prayers
Pinch and Forest

From Joe and Linda Petersen:

We send our deep condolences. Garth had such a warm personality that made people feel happy. May his deep love for all of you comfort your hearts.

From Shelli and Tracy Madsen:

Jean and family, we are holding you close to our hearts right now and hope you know that we love you. As far back as I can remember Garth has been a part of the "Larson/Searle" family. I loved that he always took time to talk with me and asked about my children and how things were going. We will miss his great smile. We will not be able to come to the services since we are so far away in Ghana, but we will join the video link on Monday.

From Roger Howarth :

So sorry to hear of Garth’s
passing. Truly a gentleman
he was!
Honest with all dealings with me. Great man

From Janet Hales:

Garth was always a great neighbor.

From (Kent (Deceased) & Sheila Petterson:

Jean & Family, My sincerest sympathies go out to the family. Garth & Jean were our neighbors for a number of years & such a pleasure to meet & greet them in town. Sure were great neighbors. Garth will truly be missed. God be with the family at this tough time.

From Karla Robinson:

Garth and Jean have always been so kind to us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

From Cindy Tuckett:

Jean & family- I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many great memories of Garth. The Freymillers were great friends, and are more like family to me and my children. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

From Gay Dawn and Lonnie Downs :

So sorry for the loss of this great man. Our prayers for Jean, Natalie, Stacie, Michelle and all of the grandchildren. Garth will be missed so very much in our community.

From Eldon and Marcia Payne:

We are so sorry for the passing of Garth. We were friends since we were very young, starting in church thru high school and thru life. Jean, we will keep you in our prayers and our so sorry for your loss.

From Cindy Curtis Thompson:

I love you all so much. Garth was a great man, a wonderful father and husband, and was always so good to support his grandchildren in all their endeavors. He will be truly missed by many. My deepest condolences to you all during this hard time. All my love.

From Dale and Susan Kershner :

So sorry for this loss! Garth and Jean were always so good to us and our family. Condolences and prayers go out to his family

From Michelle Andersen:

I’m so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed Garth n Jean . They were so good to Ray Freymiller . The whole family are just really good people. I’m sure sorry Stacey n Natalie and family
My prayers are with you.

From Sheila B. Adams:

My condolences to the family. I worked with Garth years ago. He always had a positive outlook

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