VERDA RAE HUTCHISON

BURLEY - Verda Rae Hutchison, 55 year old Burley resident, passed away Monday, January 12, 2026 at her home in Burley. 

 

I was born August 8, 1970 to Paul and LuAnn Hogg, the best parents a girl could possibly hope for. When I was a week old they took me to a Merle Haggard concert, solidifying my love for music for all of my life. When my dad would grumble about me going to yet another concert I would gently remind him that it was his fault. 

 

I was the baby of 7 children. Some might say I was the darling of the family and by some I mean me. Definitely the favorite. My parents let me stay with my siblings every summer and I loved those times even though I got homesick every night. I spent time with Kathy (my other mom) in Bruneau and pretended that Josh, Ben, and Amber were my little brothers and sister. I laid by Linda’s pool in California and Gary’s pool in California. I went to the candy store with Sally almost everyday in Rexburg. I stayed in Hawaii with Paula (who was forever bailing me out of trouble or helping instigate it). I have always loved traveling and my parents, even though they worried, never tried to stop me from seeing the world.

 

I met Jeremy in 1992 and traveling lost some of its allure for awhile. We got married in 1993. We had good times but most importantly we had 4 wonderful kids who became my world - Breckon/Biff,  Abby Tae, sweet Gracie and Ashton Pearl. They are my greatest achievements and I love them so much. They have all the best parts of me and Jer.

 

Jeremy died in 2012 but his family remains our family and have always been there for us.

 

As the kids grew up our home was filled with love and so much laughter. I hopefully taught them to not take life too seriously and always see the good. And to laugh and be happy no matter what! Might as well be happy- life is wonderful.

 

After Ashton graduated and moved on to explore the world, I wondered what I would do. So I started adventuring and it’s been awesome. 

 

I got diagnosed with ALS (wah-wah). That sounds so awful but it has turned out to be a great gift and full of lessons to remember what is truly important. 

 

I quickly “retired” (thanks Dad for helping me with that) and got busy with the important things - having fun and spending time with everyone I love. These last two years were probably the best years of my life! I have traveled with my kids, saw lots of concerts and loved and been loved so much! I’m actually writing this in our hotel in NYC in September 2024 while sweet Abby and Gracie sleep. 

 

I’m survived by my dad, my siblings, and all my nieces and nephews who I love so much. And of course my kids and grandkids: Biff and Brae and their babies Jerrah, Millie and Miracle Max; Abby and Kyle (just get married and have some babies already); Gracie J and Jon; and Ashton Pearl and Cash. I like to think I’m also survived by David, along with Biff’s pogo friends, Jackie, Gracie’s crew, Vinnie, and my little shadow - Addie. 

 

Thank you for all the love and good times. I’ve had the best life! I’m excited to be reunited with my mom and play with baby Colesyn and all my future grandbabies. I won’t be too far away. So until we meet again love and love and nothing else ❤ 

 

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 22, 2026 at the Pella Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints, 160 West 400 South in Burley.  Burial will follow in the Pleasant View Cemetery.  Friends are welcome to call Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at the Morrison Funeral Home, 188 South Hwy 24 in Rupert from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. Thursday, at the church prior to the funeral.  A webcast will be available and maintained on the Funeral Home’s website:https://youtu.be/y3NEg0qzqyo 

 

I don't think anyone had a cooler Mom than Verda's kids. So thankful for the short time I knew her, so thankful for her part in my Dad's life. She will be dearly missed, loved, and looked up too by many. Rock on Verda, you lived life to the fullest, and left behind a legacy...Brooklyn

 

Verda , oh how my heartaches knowing you are gone u were always my fav person at oats u had the best heart and u always listened and was there when I needed to talk , I'm just sorry that I didn’t get to see u or be there when u got sick you’ll always be remember for the warm caring friend , may you rest in peace .. you’ll be missed and always loved...Stephanie Warner

 

Sending my love and hugs to Sally and all the family. I got the chance to work with Verda many years ago. She was such a bright ray of sunshine. She just made you feel better when she was there....Barbie Thornton

 

What an amazing lady full of strength and goodness, goodness that most of the world no longer has! Always a bright light to see and visit with!....Jill Powers

 

Verda and I became friends while at BYU my 2nd year. Her roommate and mine were dating, so we became friends and hung out a lot. We haven't talked for a couple of years, but I dropped by for visits while driving through Burley a couple of times, and have chatted by phone every couple years. She was an awesome human being and a great friend. I know she'll be missed, and send my prayers to her kids and grandkids that they have some comfort in knowing they'll see her again. Christian Buckley

 

I am so sorry I missed the delivery of your first child. I think I was rafting on the Middle Fork of the Salmon at the time. I have thoroughly enjoyed caring for you and your family and sharing with you the triumphs of parenthood as well as suffering the unexpected adversity that has visited you and your family over and over. You were always happy and pleasant no matter what and that is how I will always remember you. Thank you for embellishing my life with yours!! Walt Graham

My sweet friend! Thank you for the times of laughing and crying. Thanks for bringing and being just the right medicine! I love your family so much, they have been such angels in caring for you! You taught them well in lifting one another's burdens. Ministering! Till we meet again, Verda!...Marianne Yates

I’m sending big hugs to your family. You hold a special place in my heart having grown up next to you. May you find peace with cherished memories....Sanie Baker

Dear Paul and all the whole family, I send love and sorrow to all of you over the loss of dear Verda . Blessings to all of you. You all know where she is and that you will see her again in the future. Love, Lynne Boren.