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Suzette Starr Wilde

Suzette Starr Wilde

Jan. 31, 1959 - May 22, 2026

Date of Service: Jun. 1, 2026

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BURLEY – Suzette Starr (Gower) Wilde, age 67, passed away in Ogden, Utah, at McKay-Dee Hospital following a brief illness on Friday, May 22, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Born on January 31, 1959, in Pocatello, Idaho, Suzette was the daughter of James Russell and Venna Jean (Warren) Gower. She grew up in a vibrant family alongside her four siblings. Known for her infectious laugh, quick-witted sense of humor, deeply generous heart, and her “Suzi Hugs.” Suzette brought immense joy to everyone around her. She faced life with remarkable dignity, grace, and an unwavering love for her family and friends.

She graduated from Highland High School with the class of 1977. After high school she attended Salt Lake Barber College. She met her future partner in crime and best friend, Brian Lee Wilde. They were married in the Idaho Falls Idaho Temple on April 9, 1980. They began their married life in Pocatello while Brian finished college. She was able to move around Southeast Idaho where she made numerous friends along the way.

She enjoyed many hobbies but was not really great at any of them (her words). She had picked up golf over the last few years and had a great time golfing with Brian. She never cheated at golf, she just wouldn’t keep score.

Traveling and exploring was one of her greatest joys. Whether it was a beach, mountains, desert, or city, she loved finding new things to tell her family about. When she fell in love with a place, she would plan another vacation with the whole family.

Her family was her everything. She loved her children and especially her grandchildren, Kyler, Bryce, Brynlee, Madisyn and McCoy. She loved getting to know each of them individually and loved hearing about the adventures that they were having.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Brian Wilde; her daughters, Jamie Garvin and Jill (Levi) Lusk; her grandchildren; her siblings, Michael (Pamela) Gower, Marta (Steven) Teeples, and Jennifer (Gary) White; sisters-in-law, Gaylene (Kevin) Saunders and Kendra Wilde; along with numerous nephews and nieces.

She was preceded in death by her loving parents; her brother, Kurt Gower; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Marion and Sheri Wilde; and brother-in-law, Brent Wilde.

If she knew you, she loved you.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, June 1, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Springdale 1st Ward, located at 519 East 200 South, of Burley, with Bishop Troy Anderson officiating.

The interment will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 2, at Mountain View Cemetery, located at 1520 South 5th Avenue, in Pocatello.

Family and friends will be received from 5 until 7 p.m. Sunday, May 31, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, 1350 East 16th Street, in Burley, and at the church on Monday, 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/BfPe569EskY.

Condolences for Suzette Starr Wilde

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From Carla Mortenson:
My sincere condolences to Brian & family. The Wildes were great neighbors, & friends. Suzette had a consistent joy about her. Her sense of humor was a gift to all. I admired her in so many ways. Brian & Suzette were a tremendous couple. My heart goes out to you Brian. May you be blessed & comforted at this very difficult time.
From Janet Manning:
Brian and girls, I was so surprised when I read about Suzette passing away. Of course I haven’t been in the area for a few years. It is too young and that’s how old Dennis was when he died. I have great memories of our RS days. When we saw each other we would show our bra straps to see who had on the prettiest color. It’s a girl thing. I know i was her eternal friend and she was mine. I’ll she you again, suz. Prayers to your family.
From Danny Schwab:
Suzette and I went from kindergarten through our senior year but our lives intertwined together with the fact our family relationship I have loved her family her dad Jim was our home teacher and I was a coworker with her brother Kurt I have always been fond of Suzette my whole life and I know that she will be missed by anyone who new her she always made you feel like a friend God bless you sweet lady may your spirit soar Brian bless you all in the Wilde and Gower families
From Corinna Paz:
I am so grateful to have had the privilege of working with Suzette. She was not only a wonderful supervisor but also brought so much laughter and joy to the workplace. I’ll always remember her adventurous spirit when it came to trying spicy Mexican food with us. Everything she tried was delicious to her. I will miss your hugs, talks, and laughter. She will be deeply missed. My heartfelt to her family during this difficult time.
From Pam Young:
Wildes- I am so very sorry for your loss. She was an amazing person. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
From Dave and Donna Dutton:
Suzette and I were co-workers at DL Evans Bank. We worked in different branches and had contact with each other on numerous occasions and went on various lunches together even after I retired from the bank. Brian was my boss and manager of the North Burley Branch. I enjoyed my friendship with Suzette and I couldn't ask for a better boss in Brian. For Brian and his family, Please know that Dave and I are thinking of you in this difficult time.
From Cheri Holloway:
Oh, how I love this lady. She stepped into my life and we made some great memories. The times we took the kids to the cabin were the best. I'll never forget the night we told scary stories and then neither one of us sleep. But we laughed till we were about sick. Thank you Suzette for the fun, laughter, love and friendship. (And always willing to watch and love on Matthew.) Til we meet again.
From Emily Halstead:
Suzette was a great neighbor and friend. Always had a smile on her face and so giving. She will be missed. Condolences to all of the family.
From SUSAN GREEN BARGER:
SUZETTE AND I KNEW EACH OTHER FOR A LONG TIME. FROM 3RD GRADE THROUGH OUR SENIOR YEAR, WE WERE IN THE SAME WARD. WE HAD A LOT OF FUN, ESPECIALLY AT GIRL'S CAMP. MY FAVORITE YEARS WERE OUR 4TH AND 5TH YEAR. WE WERE COMPLETELY OBNOXIOUS GIRLS. DURING 4TH YEAR, WENT ON THE REQUIRED HIKE THEN SPENT THE REST OF THE WEEK LOUNGING IN OUR TENT WITH WENDY TAYLOR & 3 OTHER GIRLS. WE LAUGHED SO MUCH OUR STOMACHS HURT. WE DID NEXT TO NOTHING BUT EAT AND LAUGH. IT WAS FUN BUT REALLY RUDE OF US. COLLECTING FIRE WOOD, COOKING FOOD, CLEANING UP AFTER MEALS WAS NOT OUR THING. 5TH YEAR, SAME SAME! DON'T WORRY, I GOT ME JUST REWARD. I SPENT 2 YEARS AS ASSISTANT CAMP DIRECTOR AND HAD TO DEAL WITH GIRLS WHO ACTED LIKE ME. IT SEEMS LIKE SUZETTE WAS A CAMP DIRECTOR.HMM!! LOVE YOU, SUZETTE. MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF WILDE AND GOWER FAMILIES IN THIS TIME OF SORROW.
From Jay and Roxanne Waters:
Brian and Family, Suzette was a wonderful person with a great sense of humor! Our hearts go out to you and your family! Sending you peace, healing, and comfort during this difficult time!
From Shari Bell:
Suzette, the other mother to my daughter, Jana. Oh how I love you my dear friend. I will forever be grateful for your love, kindness, your happy smiles and cheerfulness.
From Maryann Yearsley:
Suzette was one of my very best friends. She had a laugh and a sense of humor like no one I’ve ever known. From the moment I first met her, probably in the 1980s, we were great friends and our daughters, Jamie and my daughter, Amy, were great friends, as well. I’m so blessed to have known you and I will miss you forever. You would go with me anywhere and anytime to see Donny Osmond. You always told me it was my excitement to see him that brought you joy. I love you so much - more than I can express. My heart is broken and I miss you my dear friend.

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