Bernice Larsen Rasmussen Thorne

Lewiston ? Bernice Rasmussen Thorne, age 83, died Thursday, December 19, 2002 while at the Logan Nursing and Rehabilitation Center from Alzheimer?s disease and complications from a stroke. She was born December 11, 1919 in Malad City, Idaho. She spent the early years of her youth in Malad moving to Smithfield in 1928, where she subsequently graduated from North Cache High School. During this time she met and married Max J. Rasmussen on March 3, 1937. They enjoyed 52 years of marriage, working together as a loving housewife and mother, raising her five children while residing at the family farm in Cache Junction. Her husband preceded her in death on December 11, 1988. She subsequently met John Thorne through a mutual friend. Their relationship blossomed into another great marriage that they both have enjoyed for the past 12 years. Bernice is survived by her husband, John, Lewiston; five children: Rex Colleen Rasmussen, Cache Junction; Wendell Joy Rasmussen, White Hawk, California; Maxine Hansen, Elk Grove, California; Rhonda Robert Fleming, Tucson, Arizona; Clair Rasmussen, Cottonwood, Arizona; 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Bernice was always loving and supportive in her children?s activities and helpful to her friends and neighbors. She was the first on the scene when a grandchild was born, helping and giving the new mother guidance in newborn care. She enjoyed working in her flower garden, especially watching the new emergence of daffodils and lilies in the spring. She loved sewing and handwork, her extensive sewing accomplishments are still cherished by friends and family. She was a gourmet cook; thus an invitation to her table was an unforgettable experience. At her request, there will not be a traditional formal service. A remembrance memorial service for family and close friends will be held at Nelson Funeral Home on Friday, January 17, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.nelsonfuneralhome.com .