Gretchen Louise Zea, 64 of Kimberly passed away Thursday, March 12, 2009 at St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center in Twin Falls her long, tough battle with cancer is finally over. She was born November 25, 1944 in Sioux Falls, SD to Ernest and Edith (Severson) Hall. She graduated from high school in Brandon, South Dakota. She married Rick Zea in November 2, 1962 in Brandon, South Dakota. To this union Chrystal and Chad were born. Gretchen and Rick were later divorced. Gretchen worked as a secretary for several years in Hansen for Reed Grain & Bean and several years for Moore's Incorporated in Hansen. Her children and grandchildren were her world, she enjoyed a good drink and playing cherries. She was also active with and busy supporting the Riding Club, 4-H, FFA, High School Rodeo and wrestling. She kept up with all that was going on in the valley. She will be greatly missed by all. She is survived by her children, Chrystal Steinmetz, Kimberly; Chad Zea, Kimberly; three grandchildren and four sisters, Geralyn Clawson; Ginger Hall; Debbie Hall, all of South Dakota and Marlys Hall, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her parents. The family would like to thank Buck & Diane Moore, Judy Pepperdine and Colleen Skinner for their dear friendship and support. Memorial Services will be held 10:00 am Monday, March 16, 2009 at Parke's Magic Valley Funeral Home, 2551 Kimberly Road, Twin Falls. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.magicvalleyfuneralhome.com and
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