Lewis Gerald Canfield

RUPERT – Lewis Gerald Canfield, age 87, of Rupert, died Monday, Feb. 25, 2013, at his home.

He was born on January 29, 1926, in American Falls, the son of John Wesley and Mary Jane Malcomb Canfield. Lewis married Mollie Booth and was later divorced, but they have remained good friends ever since. He worked at Simplots for 20 years as a fryer operator. Lewis gained his education in Fairview, Idaho and had lived in Rupert, Declo, and American Falls.

He loved camping, fishing, traveling and really old cars. Most of all he loved family reunions and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his children, Katrina (Michael) VanLaanen of Filer, Sherrie (Lee) Eddings of Rupert and Lewis “Andy” Canfield of Boise; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

Lewis was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Carl, John, Archie and Joe; three sisters, Margret McBride, Hazel Littlefield and Lorene Booth; and one great-grandson, Afton. He will also be greatly missed by many nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at the Pleasant View Cemetery in Burley.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Rasmussen Funeral Home in Burley.