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Margaret Ruth Myers Rees

Margaret Ruth Myers Rees was born on September 11, 1942, to Lowell Winston Myers and Isobel Iliff Russell Snow in Warren, Pennsylvania. Margaret spent her early childhood there until the family farm tragically burned down when she was in second grade, leaving them to rebuild from nothing. Seeking a fresh start, the family relocated to Texas, where Margaret completed her education and graduated from Waco High School in Waco, Texas. As a young woman, she cultivated a love for music, mastering several instruments, and dedicated herself to volunteer work.

At the age of 10, Margaret and her family were baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a faith she held dear throughout her life. After graduating, the family moved to Utah, and then briefly to Oregon, before Margaret returned to Utah to attend Utah State University. There, she majored in Child Development and Elementary Education with a minor in Science, leading to a successful career of over 40 years as an elementary school teacher. Known for her hard work and commitment, Margaret also took on other part-time jobs over the years to support her family and enrich her life.

While moving between various homes along the Wasatch Front, Margaret raised her five children—Michael, Tracy, Melissa, Jennifer, and Darren—with boundless love and dedication. Being a mother was one of Margaret’s greatest joys. She poured her heart into nurturing each of them, instilling values of kindness, resilience, and faith. Margaret’s home was a place of comfort, where she embraced the beautiful chaos of raising a big family.  Her children knew her as their fiercest advocate and biggest fan, a constant source of strength and warmth that stayed with them throughout their lives. She created a legacy that continues to guide and inspire them and the generations to come.

In the early spring of 1989, Margaret met the love of her life and eternal companion, Delbert Clyde Rees. Their connection was immediately inseparable, and they married shortly after on May 4, 1989. Their bond was strong and unwavering, and they were later sealed for time and all eternity in the Jordan River Temple (Utah) on September 28,1991. Together, they shared a passion for gardening and dreamed of leaving the “city life” behind. In 1999, they fulfilled that dream, moving to Malad, Idaho, where they built a beautiful home and transformed their property into a garden oasis. There, they hosted seasonal family gatherings, creating cherished memories for all who visited.

Margaret enjoyed her retirement, dedicating herself to her many talents and interests. She was an award-winning quilter and seamstress, and she loved canning, music, gardening, and genealogy. Her most beloved church callings were Choir Director and Family Historian, where she served both joyfully for many years. Margaret’s faith in her Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ was a cornerstone of her life, and she loved sharing her testimony with others.

She had a deep love for God, her country, and a little bit of a soft spot for Mel Gibson.

Margaret is survived by her brother, William Harvey Myers; her children: Tracy (Stephanie) Anderson, Melissa (Greg) Castagno Pearson, Jennifer (Michael) Nebeker, and Darren (Stefanie) Rees; 14 Grandchildren (plus spouses), & 10 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death and lovingly reunited with her husband, Delbert Clyde Rees; her son, Michael Anderson; her parents; her brother, Robert Clark Myers; and her sister, Elizabeth Ann Myers.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at the Malad LDS Stake Center, 1250 N. 1100 W. Malad, Idaho. A viewing will be held prior to the service from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Margaret’s legacy of love, resilience, and devotion will live on in the hearts of her family and friends. She will be deeply missed…. until we meet again!

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