Jeannie Dianne Hansen

Jeannie Diane Hansen, age 77, of Shelley, ID, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on March 9, 2025. Jeannie was born in Blackfoot, ID, on September 11, 1947. She was the daughter of the late Orville (Mac) and Cloda McCrory. She had been a resident of southeastern Idaho for most of her life. Jeannie attended schools in the Blackfoot School District.

Jeannie spent most of her adult life in the service of others. In 1969, Jeannie married the love of her life, Rickie Hansen. They built a home and family together in St. Anthony, ID, Blackfoot, ID, and finally in Idaho Falls. The family was active in local activities and were always busy supporting, coaching, and cheering for their boys in various school and community activities. Upon establishing their home in Blackfoot, Jeannie spent her time as a care giver for the elderly. She was selfless in her compassion and love for others and always went out of her way to be there whenever and wherever she possibly could.

Despite the many challenges Jeannie faced during her life, her immediate and extended family always looked to her for strength, advice, and companionship. She was the life of the party and oftentimes the “glue” that endeared her to so many for encouraging togetherness and memorable times. We will all miss her laugh and the light-hearted fun she brought to our family reunions and other family gatherings.

Above all, Jeannie was a devoted wife to Rickie, to whom she was married for 47 years until his passing in 2016. Jeannie was a source of inspiration and support for her children, Denny, Jason, Shawna and Rickie. She was very involved in the lives of her grandchildren and received great joy in seeing them grow and excel. Nothing was more important to her than being there for them. Her love and compassion for others will continue to resonate in the many lives she touched.

Jeannie is survived by her son Denny Young and daughter Shawna Jenkins, her seven grandchildren, Coleman Young, Deedra Rhoades (with whom she was living at the time of her passing), Kalen Young, Cade Goebel, April Lloyd, Kenny Jenkins, Kristina Asbell and 18 great grandchildren.

She is survived by her brother, Rob McCrory and Jody McCrory. Several nieces and nephews, cousins, and close friends. Jeannie was preceded in death by two of her sons, Jason and Rickie, her husband Rick, her father and mother, her sister Susan Kubal and grandson Casey Beams.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Jeannie’s honor at 675 S Milton Ave. Shelley, ID on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 2 o’clock. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Nalder Funeral Home.

Flowers can be sent to Nalder Funeral Home, located at 110 W Oak St. Shelley, ID 83274

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