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Shaffer-Jensen Memory Chapel - Payette

Earl Wayne Colson

August 8th, 1933 - July 23rd, 2015

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Earl Wayne Colson, 81, of Fruitland and formerly of Midvale, passed away July 23, 2015 at home after a courageous battle with cancer. Graveside services will be held 10:30 a.m., Friday July 31st at Midvale Eastside Cemetery, Midvale. Cremation and services are under the direction of Shaffer-Jensen Memory Chapel, Fruitland. Condolences may be made to Earl's family at www.shaffer-jensenchapel.com. Earl was born Aug. 8, 1933 to Homer W. and Edith H. (Shaw) Colson in Midvale, ID. He attended Midvale schools. He served in the Army during the Korean War. Earl really enjoyed trucks; driving for the county and then driving long haul cross-country. His pride and joy was his 1988 white El Camino "Cowboy". He is survived by his friend and companion, Maxine Byrd and his sister, Lois Colson Blanchard. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Jack, Elton, Homer and Ted; and sisters, Clara and Helen. In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity, c/o Shaffer-Jensen Memory Chapel, P.O. Box 730, Payette, ID 83661. The family would like to give a special thank you to Heart �n Home Hospice for Earl's care. Service Details. Service When: Friday, July 31st, 2015 Location: Funeral Home Address:

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Shaffer-Jensen Memory Chapel - Payette

The Shaffer-Jensen Memory Chapel has proudly served Treasure Valley families for over 100 years. We are committed to providing personal, compassionate, dignified, and affordable care to every family.Our Payette location is an important part of our local community and has earned the trust of those who live here. We welcome all families and offer multicultural funerals and Spanish-speaking care advisors as part of our commitment to serving our diverse population. As a vital part of the region, we provide family and friends with a variety of ways to celebrate a loved one, unlike anywhere else in the area. We strive to help carry the burdens of families as they go through the most difficult days of their lives....

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