John Charles Moreida

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, and uncle John Charles Moreida, aka "Wookie". John passed away Sunday, February 27, 2022 at the age of 34, he will be deeply missed and forever loved by his parents Pedro and Arcelia Moreida, siblings Aurora (Antonio Escobar) (Elena Bautista), Pedro O. (Sarah) and Itsel. Aswell by numerous nieces and nephews. John was born August 11, 1987 and lived in Shelley his whole life.

He loved his dog Bandit and quickly took over Itsel's dog Koda. He loved dogs which we would tell him he was a dog whisperer. Some of his hobbies were fishing, hunting, and late-night grilled cheese sandwiches, he also loved peanut butter. John had a beautiful soul who helped others, he loved his family deeply and told his siblings he loved them. Despite suffering from his addictions, he always tried to be better. We will always cherish the good memories and all the time we spent together.

His favorite quote is " I must be willing to give up what I am in order to become what I will be. - Albert Einstein

John is preceded in death by his brother Arnett Diego, grandparents; Juan and Marcela Moreida, Timoteo and Maria De Jesus Montes Gonzalez.

Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 A.M. Monday March 7, 2022 at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church (252 East 9th Street) in Idaho Falls. The family will receive friends Sunday evening March 6th from 5:00 till 8:00 P.M with a Rosary service at 6:00 P.M. at Nalder Funeral Home, 110 W Oak Street in Shelley. Interment will be in the Shelley Hillcrest Cemetery.














*