Linda Boam

August 21, 1941 – May 5, 2022 (age 80)

Linda Marie Boam was born August 21, 1941 to Thomas Gail Boam and Margaret (Evans) Boam of Downy.  Linda grew up in Downy for the first 40 years of her life on a farm where animals were always part of the landscape. She participated in Special Olympics, working for New Day Enterprises and S.W.I.F.T  in Pocatello.  She resided at the Independence Home, then in several Certified Family homes before entering into her final residence with Clearwater Care Centers of Twin Falls.

Linda was simply able to capture the hearts of all who spent time with her. She loved men in particular, being a “daddy’s girl”.  Those who cared for her got the biggest kicks out of her claiming the maintenance men, the male staff and even some of the residence as “her man.”

She loved animals of all kinds, especially kittens.  Her room was decorated with pictures and glued puzzles. She put together depicting cats and dogs.

She loved music, which was a part of her growing up, hearing her mother Margaret sing with the “3 M’s” who gave entertainment and music ministry throughout Southeastern Idaho. Whenever Linda heard music on the radio, or attended concerts with the municipal band, she would wave her hands as though she was the conductor.  Made those around her giggle with approval.

She was an only child, and was preceded in death by her parents. She passed away on May 5, 2022 with many loving residents and attendants caring for her to the end.

Thanks to those who cared for Linda over the years. The staff at Independence home, Rex and Ina Lee of Pocatello, Robert and Tammy Mollette of Boise, Carolyn Bloxham of Hagerman, and Clearwater Care Centers of Twin Falls.

 Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, May 10 at 12 noon in the Downey Cemetery.  Friends may visit with the family from 11-11:45 a.m. in the Horsley Marsh Valley Funeral Home in Arimo.

Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at Horsley Funeral Homes.

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