Virginia Lee Spafford

Virginia Lee Strope Spafford, 76 of Kimberly died Wednesday, August 13, 2008 at her home. She was born July 9, 1932 to Jesse M. and Thelma H. Strope in Berenice, Idaho. She married Dr. James H. Spafford on December 3, 1950. Virginia has lived in Berenice, ID; Blackfoot; Pocatello; Chicago, IL; Evanston, IL; Twin Falls and Kimberly. Virginia was a great homemaker, was a member of the PEO and was an ardent volunteer. She loved horses, riding, mountains (especially the South Hills), skiing, golf, traveling, gardening and the symphony. She is survived by her 2 sons, Steve (Sue) Spafford, Meridian, ID; John (Becky) Spafford, Twin Falls, ID; daughter-in-law, Sue Spafford, Coeur d' Alene, ID; 8 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James; parents; son, Rob Roy and 2 siblings. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to be made to the Alzheimer's Association. A viewing will be held 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, August 19, 2008 at Parke's Magic Valley Funeral Home, 2551 Kimberly Road, Twin Falls.