Lawrence and Iona Myers

Lawrence W. (Larry) Myers - Age 93 (July 24, 1927 - August 12, 2020)
Passed away on Wednesday, August 12, in Peoria, AZ. Larry was born on July 24, 1927, in Kuna, ID, a son of Charles B. and Minnie [Willhite] Myers. His wife, Iona Myers, his parents, 2 sisters and a brother, preceded him in death. Immediately following his graduation from Kuna High School in 1945, Larry enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. His first stint of service included a tour in China. After his Marine service, Larry returned to Kuna, met and married Iona Belle Daniel, and their loving union endured for nearly 72 years. Larry was recalled to active service in 1950. After his second bout of service, Larry's primary career was with the U.S. Department of Defense civil service as a property and equipment manager. Larry's career took him to places as diverse as Alaska, Thailand, and several states, but Idaho remained home. After retiring from jobs at Sub base Bangor in Washington, Larry and Iona built their dream home on the banks of the Snake River in Marsing, ID and pursued an active retirement with the National Association of Retired Federal Employees, the Idahorological Clock Club, the Marsing Senior Center, and enjoying their many friends and numerous family members. They later moved into Nampa, before a final retirement in Arizona to be near other family members.

Iona Belle Myers -  Age 90 (February 13, 1930 - June 25, 2020)
Passed away on Thursday, June 25 in Peoria, AZ. Iona was born on February 13, 1930, in Nampa, ID, a daughter of Louie and Minnie [Hargus] Daniel. She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 sisters and 4 brothers. While attending Kuna High School, Iona met and married Lawrence (Larry) W. Myers, and their loving union endured for nearly 72 years. Through Larry's career, Iona lived in locations as diverse as Alaska, Thailand, and several states, but Idaho remained home. Iona herself had a long career in federal service, primarily with the Department of Defense. After retiring from jobs at Sub base Bangor in Washington, Iona and Larry built their dream home on the banks of the Snake River in Marsing, ID and pursued an active retirement with the National Association of Retired Federal Employees, the Idahorological Clock Club, the Marsing Senior Center, and enjoying their many friends and numerous family members. They later moved into Nampa, before a final retirement in Arizona to be near other family members. 

Larry and Iona's immediate survivors include their sons, Lawrence Daniel (Dan) Myers [Deborah Gangloff] and Charles Bernard (Bernie) Myers [Louise Otto], granddaughter Katherine Myers Rutledge [Kelly] and 3 great-granddaughters. 

A memorial service for Lawrence and Iona Myers will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday September 10, 2022 at Alsip and Persons Funeral Chapel. Guests are invited to stay for a reception following the service. At 2:00PM family and friends are invited to a graveside service to be held at Kuna Cemetery.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Lawrence and Iona Myers, please visit our floral store.