Dorothy Jean Herndon

Dorothy Jean Herndon, 97, of Idaho Falls, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024, at her home. She was under the care of Enhabit Hospice.

Dorothy was born July 25, 1927, to Dave Smith and Mame Rhoades Smith in Rigby, Idaho. She grew up in Rigby and attended schools there, graduating from Rigby High School in 1944. On November 15, 1948, she married Alvin Herndon in Rigby, Idaho. Three children were born into this union making their family complete. Alvin passed away on June 13, 1999.

She worked at First Security Bank for 30 years. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She enjoyed all sports but especially Bowling. She had a beautiful voice and enjoyed singing.

Dorothy is survived by her children: Vickie (Steven) Eames of Oregon, Brad Herndon of Idaho Falls, Idaho, and Kathy (Mitch) Christensen of Shelley, Idaho; 8 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin; daughter-in-law, Maggie; her parents; and two sisters.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at the Rigby-Pioneer Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, November 11, 2024, at Coltrin Mortuary, 2100 First Street, Idaho Falls, Idaho. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.coltrinmortuary.com.