Richard Elorrieta

Jerome- Richard D. Elorrieta, 82, of Jerome, passed away peacefully at his home Tuesday September 13, 2016, with his son and family at his side.  He was born December 4, 1933, in Wendell, Idaho, the son of Manuel and Emetedia Elorrieta.  Richard was raised in Jerome and attended schools there.  He loved working, camping and spending time with family and friends.  Richard is survived by his son, Shaun (Shawna) Elorrieta of Kimberly; his grandson, J'Shaun; and many extended family members and friends.  He is preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Evelyn Yraguy and Jesse Anchustegui and two brothers, Joe Eguren and Alex Anchustegui.

A Vigil service with Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. , Thursday September 22, 2016, at St. Jerome Catholic Church, 216 2nd Avenue East, Jerome.  Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. , Friday September 23, 2016 , also at St. Jerome Catholic Church, with Fr. Rob Irwin, presiding.  Interment will follow in the Jerome Cemetery.  Arrangements are under the care of Farnsworth Mortuary of Jerome.  Richard's family would like to thank Horizon Health for their kind care and a special thank you to Dick and Louise Marshall, Fr. Rob Irwin and Fr. Bonafice Lautz for their assistance and many acts of kindness.