Marsha L. Bendele

MARSHA L. BENDELE Marsha passed peacefully with her family by her side after a long battle with cancer.

Marsha was born October 2, 1953, to Gloria and Rudolph Copeland in Flagstaff Arizona. She spent most of her early childhood moving around. Eventually Gloria settled in Rupert where Marsha attended local schools.

After school Marsha met and married Steven Parsons, having a daughter Kimberly. Later Married Jim Thurston and had a son Kelly Thurston. And then finally met and Married the Love of her life Keith Bendele in 1985 who brought a son Wayne Bendele to the family.

Keith and Marsha stayed in the Mini- Cassia area throughout their life together. Enjoying camping, fishing and spending as much time together as possible.

Marsha worked for Mc Cains / Ore-Ida for many years then moved on to manage IYR store in Burley until her retirement. Marsha loves camping, fishing, crafting, collecting things and most of all her cats.

Marsha is survived by her husband Keith Bendele. Daughter Kim (Chuck), Brewer and their children. Son Kelly (Chelsea)Thurston and their children. Son Wayne (Marie), Bendele and their children.

Marsha is also survived by a sister Ruthanne (Ron) Crosby, Sister Wanda (Dan) Murri. Brother Greer (Kay) Copeland. Many nieces and nephews and many more great nieces and nephews.

Marsha was proceeded in death by a son, her parents Gloria and Rudolph. Grandparents Mary and Joseph Ward, Sister Melody (Bill) Fox. Brother Tyrone (Brenda) Copeland. Stepfather Hugh McKendrick.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday July 24 at 11:00 a.m. at Morrison Funeral Home located on 188 South Highway 24 in Rupert, Idaho. A picnic potluck will be held afterwards, and the location will be announced at service.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available at the following link: https://youtu.be/1EOr0rCOZCI.

We spent so many years together going to yard sales and thrift stores. I will forever find one of your favorite items and will think of you and smile. You will always hold a special place in my heart. Fly free with the Angels and know that you are loved. Thank you for being a part of my life....Brenda Hankla

Dear Keith and family I am so sorry for your loss!! May God grant you peace during this difficult time!! I've known this beautiful lady for many years. Marsha and I worked at Ore-Ida and had many laughs and good times!! I will treasure these memories forever!!! My heart goes out to the family. RIP my dear friend!!...Mary and Harold Poole

Keith so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers go out for you and your family...Randy and Julie Ball

Keith sorry for loss RIP Marsha... Don Mccall

Keith so very sorry for your loss may God comfort you and your family at this time and put his lemon arms around you God bless...Denise Hall

Keith, we are so sorry. Sending strength and comfort to you and your family during these difficult days. Lorelei and Jim Mcgill

Sorry for your loss Kim. Michael

Sorry for your loss. Prayers for Steve and family. George Maas

My thoughts and Prayers to the whole family during this difficult time. Casi Millspaugh

I have known Marsha since jr.high school and we shared lots of fun and crazy times in our younger days. She had a beautiful smile and will be missed by so many. May my thoughts and prayers help comfort the family. Gonna miss you, sweet angel. Debbie Knopp

You were a real good friend. Wish we would have not lost touch along the way. Going to miss you even more now. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I’m so glad to of known you. Georgia Schultz

My condolences to Marsha’s family. Such a sweet lady , you rest now Marsha you fought the fight! No more suffering. Rest In Peace my sweet friend . Peggy Forbes

I knew Marsha for many years. We were in school together and she was my neighbor at one time. In later years, I enjoyed our girls day out! We'd go to lunch and then shop for hours. She is missed. Sending my love and prayers to her falmiy. Laurel

Im sorry for the loss of Marsha she will be missed. Phyllis Craythorn