Lori Kay Densley Packard
10/15/1952-1/25/201
Good night sweet princess
May flights of angels
Sing thee to thy rest
May flights of angels
Sing thee to thy rest
Ric Packard
Thought for today: Have your conver
sations now. There's always more to be said, and time can run short.
Ric Packard
My mom passed away late this afternoon. Watching someone come to the end of a battle with cancer is horrible and I am so relieved she is no longer suffering. I will miss her and I will love her forever. This phrase has been playing in my head for weeks, "Oh how she loved the little children." Not sure if that's from somewhere or if I made it up, but it is true of my mom, whether they were her children, her grandchildren, her nieces and nephews and grand-nieces and grand-nephews, the countless children she cared for over more than 40 years, or any children she would just meet randomly. Oh how she loved them all.
Amanda Packard Bennett
This has been one on the most difficult days of my life. We said goodbye to my dear, sweet Mom today as she left us to return to our Father in Heaven. My heart aches a little for missing her, but also rejoices in knowing that she is free from the pain and was welcomed home by her 3 children waiting there. There is so much comfort in knowing that this is not the end, but that we will meet again! Thank you all for the prayers and words of love over the past few weeks.
Maggie Liljenquist
What a beautiful, peaceful day. It wad full of family, friends, memories, tears, and laughter- all in remembering and honoring my incredible mother!!!!
Maggie Liljenquist
My dear sweet mother has graduated this life for one far greater. She passed away at her home in Pocatello ID at 452 local time. She was
surrounded by my two living sisters, my father and two of her sisters as well as countless angels. I am grateful that she is no longer in grasp of cancer
and subject to the horrid pains that it causes.
At this time a verse from our hymn book has been playing in my mind. "how great thou art" verse 4: when Christ shall come, with shout of acclimation, and take me home, what joy shall fill my heart! Then I shall bow in humble adoration and proclaim, my god how great thou art. Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to thee, how great thou art!
Andrew Packard
Thought for today: Have your conver
sations now. There's always more to be said, and time can run short.
My dear sweet mother has graduated this life for one far greater. She passed away at her home in Pocatello ID at 452 local time. She was
surrounded by my two living sisters, my father and two of her sisters as well as countless angels. I am grateful that she is no longer in grasp of cancer
and subject to the horrid pains that it causes.
At this time a verse from our hymn book has been playing in my mind. "how great thou art" verse 4: when Christ shall come, with shout of acclimation, and take me home, what joy shall fill my heart! Then I shall bow in humble adoration and proclaim, my god how great thou art. Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to thee, how great thou art!
Andrew Packard
Dear Aunt Lori, I found this picture of you and me and Uncle Ric from when I was very small, and I just wanted to thank you for your loving, constant presence in my life. What a beautiful example you have been to me, of faith and compassion and "doing small things with great love." I am blessed to be your niece. I love you.
Jennifer Madison Davis
Oh I remember those people, that house, that moment. What sweet memories
Jodi Packard Madison
Beautiful picture of my bestie ! Lori loves walks on the beach! Thanks for posting this pix of a beautiful lady!
Carolyn Christensen
We are inspired by those who are blessed to be on both sides of the vail
Mark Curtis
We laid the kid's wonderful grandmother, Nana Lori, to rest yesterday. She is very much missed. I can take some solace that she is reunited with Emily.
Gary Dade
Gary Dade
At 0852 my time 26 Jan 2015. My mother in-law, Lori Packard passed away. To say she loved children would be accurate, but what's even more amazing is how much the children loved her. Children, even though she was a complete stranger, instantly trusted her.
She is already missed. But Now she gets to spend time with her other three children.
Rest in Peace
Jacob Liljenquist
I Love You with all my heart!!
LaNita Densley Brinkerhoff
This is how I will always remember my sister in law, Lori.
Jodi Packard Madison
My dear Aunt Lori has passed away at much too young an age. She was an inspiring role model as a selfless caretaker for all around her. She will be missed along with my cousin Emily and Papa Packard. Life is precious, take advantage of the present to say and do what matters most.
Laurel Hamilton
My dear Aunt Lori has passed away at much too young an age. She was an inspiring role model as a selfless caretaker for all around her. She will be missed along with my cousin Emily and Papa Packard. Life is precious, take advantage of the present to say and do what matters most.
Laurel Hamilton
Beautiful day with my family to celebrate the life of my Aunt Lori. My cousin's son Jaxson gave this heartfelt memorial: "My Nana Lori was the best Nana in the world. She was kind. She was gentle. She made me laugh." Many people spoke about Lori's compassion, love for family, and giving nature. It was so good to be with my cousins and family today. All of this love is part of her legacy
Jennifer Madison Davis
We are home after a quick trip to Pocatello for the funeral of my lovely sister-in-law, Lori Packard, who left the planet far too soon. Brother Ric gave a wonderful synopsis of her life, and we had a glorious time re-connecting with our and Lori's relations. The Cousins (at least six of them) got to be together for what has become a rare occasion; let's hope in the future it's not only the funerals that bring us together!
Kathy Packard
Sisters are the best...their hubbies are right there too! Best Sista Reunion ever!!~ Lori
· Linda and Lori Kay Densley- Packard Oct.15 2015 Salt Lake City Utah.....Celebrating Loris Birthday and Saying our Goodbyes...see you Sooner than Later My True Blue Friend!!!!
Linda Drewery Alvstad
Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear.
Kori March
Breaks my heart because I love her too! But I know Emily can hardly wait to embrace her! Together they will wait for you to join them! So thankful for the plan! We love the Packard family!
Deborah Draper
It was the most beautiful day full of warmth and sunshine, just like your warm, loving momma's heart and your sunshiny smile. That is how I will always remember you Lori
Carrie Tolley
My heart goes out to you your mother was an amazing woman. I only met her a few times, but I remember how much of a testimony she had and how much of a light she had shining from within. I love you and am here if you need anything.
Heather Pickett
What a wonderful person she was Amanda. My condolences, she did a great job raising you, one of the kindest people I've ever met.
Kimberly Estacio.
I love you, Lori. You are my dear friend and you are faithful and strong and have endured to the end. I am just so sad that you have had so much to endure. Ric, I am so, so sorry for what is coming. I know Lori will have a glorious reunion with her family, Emily, Joseph and Maggie's twin, but you will suffer yet another loss. I'm glad you made the move to Idaho under the circumstances. I'm also happy to know you have been able to travel together. Both of you, your faith and example have made my faith stronger. Thank you for your valuable friendship. I love you dearly. God be with you. May He pour out His spirit in abundance at this time.
Julie Hiatt Higgins
Lori you will be missed. Love you bunches
Michelle Jackson Movick
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In memory of my Dearest Forever Friend smile emoticon heart emoticon Love you Forever, Love you for always! Til we meet again. RIP I feel so blessed to have you as a Forever Friend! heart emoticon Knowing Heaven is Real is a comfort at this time
Barbara MIchaud
For those of you who wouldn't know us we were neighbors to the Densley's in Midvale. Several years ago we had a pleasant surprise... Lori knocked on our door and we so enjoyed our visit! She always radiated a special spirit. Heaven is a much brighter place... Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Carl and Joyce Jensen
For those of you who wouldn't know us we were neighbors to the Densley's in Midvale. Several years ago we had a pleasant surprise... Lori knocked on our door and we so enjoyed our visit! She always radiated a special spirit. Heaven is a much brighter place... Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Carl and Joyce Jensen
I'm so sorry. Lori will be missed. I'm sad but understand that she is at peace and in a better place. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love you.
Dawn S. Watland
I'm so sorry. Lori will be missed. I'm sad but understand that she is at peace and in a better place. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love you.
Dawn S. Watland
Lori Kay Densley- Packard may you rest in peace! My heart goes out to the entire Packard family, especially my brother in love my sister and sweet Ric Packard. May you so find peace in this hard time I'm grateful for the time I spent with you Lori. There's one more angel in heaven there's one more star in the sky
Heidi Curtis
Lori Kay Densley- Packard may you rest in peace! My heart goes out to the entire Packard family, especially my brother in love my sister and sweet Ric Packard. May you so find peace in this hard time I'm grateful for the time I spent with you Lori. There's one more angel in heaven there's one more star in the sky
Heidi Curtis
So sorry for your loss. The entire Raymond family sends our love and prayers. Lori was an amazing woman. Please give your kids our love as well.
Jayna Cole Raymond
It was good to know Lori and Ric in Arlington - I always enjoyed our visits. Lori had so much love for her family and adored her grandchildren - she always talked about them.
Rebecca Rae Bovlan
Lori was such a beautiful lady, inside and out. She touched so many lives and will be greatly missed.
Julie Fewkes Roberts
Ric and the Packard family, we mourn with you and feel blessed to have known Lori. We pray for you. Because words fail me, let me borrow comforting words from President Gordon B. Hinckley:
"What is this thing that men call death, this quiet passing in the night?
’Tis not the end but genesis of better worlds and greater light.
O God, touch Thou my aching heart and calm my troubled, haunting fears.
Let hope and faith, transcendent, pure, give strength and peace beyond my tears.
There is no death, but only change, with recompense for vict’ry won.
The gift of Him who loved all men, the Son of God, the Holy One"
Joel Randolph
Dear Ric and family - You have been in my heart and prayers and I just felt I needed to share a few thoughts. Lori was one of my first visiting teaching companions when I was so new to the church. She was/is a wonderful example of kindness and compassion. That is what I see in her eyes in all of the photos of her.
She reminds me of my favorite flower - the tulip. Elegant, graceful and without extraneous "stuff". But I also remember her humor. Who can ever forget her announcement when our ward split and joined with part of the Ridgefield Ward at that "getting to know you" Sunday school when Lori confessed to having a secret crush on our just called Bishop Cliff Nielson when they were in high school! I will miss her even though we've been separated by miles and years. And finally, I love that Lori's priorities were so clear... she KNEW she was a daughter of God, a wife, mother and friend. And she did not define herself by circumstance. I only hope I can be even a fraction of the person she is. Love to you all.
Candy Estrada
I am standing upon the seashore.
A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze
and starts for the blue ocean.
She is an object of beauty and strength,
and I stand and watch until at last she hangs
like a speck of white cloud
just where the sea and sky come down to mingle with each other.
Then someone at my side says,
"There she goes!"
Gone where?
Gone from my sight . . . that is all.
She is just as large in mast and hull and spar
as she was when she left my side
and just as able to bear her load of living freight
to the place of destination.
Her diminished size is in me, not in her.
And just at the moment
when someone at my side says,
"There she goes!"
there are other eyes watching her coming . . .
and other voices ready to take up the glad shout . . .
"Here she comes! " ~Henry Van Dyke
May you find peace and comfort in your loss and so much joy in a life well lived.
Carolyn Bush
What a wonderful life. I love how everything she did was in the service of children. What an example.
Angela Zeyer Stark
So sorry for your loss. The entire Raymond family sends our love and prayers. Lori was an amazing woman. Please give your kids our love as well.
Jayna Cole Raymond
It was good to know Lori and Ric in Arlington - I always enjoyed our visits. Lori had so much love for her family and adored her grandchildren - she always talked about them.
Rebecca Rae Bovlan
Lori was such a beautiful lady, inside and out. She touched so many lives and will be greatly missed.
Julie Fewkes Roberts
Ric and the Packard family, we mourn with you and feel blessed to have known Lori. We pray for you. Because words fail me, let me borrow comforting words from President Gordon B. Hinckley:
"What is this thing that men call death, this quiet passing in the night?
’Tis not the end but genesis of better worlds and greater light.
O God, touch Thou my aching heart and calm my troubled, haunting fears.
Let hope and faith, transcendent, pure, give strength and peace beyond my tears.
There is no death, but only change, with recompense for vict’ry won.
The gift of Him who loved all men, the Son of God, the Holy One"
Joel Randolph
Dear Ric and family - You have been in my heart and prayers and I just felt I needed to share a few thoughts. Lori was one of my first visiting teaching companions when I was so new to the church. She was/is a wonderful example of kindness and compassion. That is what I see in her eyes in all of the photos of her.
She reminds me of my favorite flower - the tulip. Elegant, graceful and without extraneous "stuff". But I also remember her humor. Who can ever forget her announcement when our ward split and joined with part of the Ridgefield Ward at that "getting to know you" Sunday school when Lori confessed to having a secret crush on our just called Bishop Cliff Nielson when they were in high school! I will miss her even though we've been separated by miles and years. And finally, I love that Lori's priorities were so clear... she KNEW she was a daughter of God, a wife, mother and friend. And she did not define herself by circumstance. I only hope I can be even a fraction of the person she is. Love to you all.
Candy Estrada
I am standing upon the seashore.
A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze
and starts for the blue ocean.
She is an object of beauty and strength,
and I stand and watch until at last she hangs
like a speck of white cloud
just where the sea and sky come down to mingle with each other.
Then someone at my side says,
"There she goes!"
Gone where?
Gone from my sight . . . that is all.
She is just as large in mast and hull and spar
as she was when she left my side
and just as able to bear her load of living freight
to the place of destination.
Her diminished size is in me, not in her.
And just at the moment
when someone at my side says,
"There she goes!"
there are other eyes watching her coming . . .
and other voices ready to take up the glad shout . . .
"Here she comes! " ~Henry Van Dyke
May you find peace and comfort in your loss and so much joy in a life well lived.
Carolyn Bush
What a wonderful life. I love how everything she did was in the service of children. What an example.
Angela Zeyer Stark
A dear friend passed away yesterday. Even though I have not seen Lori Kay Densley- Packard for 10 years or more, I have always loved her and her family. I am grateful for the knowledge of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. That He has made it possible for all his children to be together as families again someday
Susan Jensen Thomas
This was an awesome evening~ Lori
Dear Lori... I have sweet memories of you and girls camp. Thanks for your amazing example of faith and endurance and love. Our love and prayers are that you won't suffer too long and can rejoice in the future!! Hugs and our best to you!!
Janet Apken
Your mom was such a wonderful women! I remember her being so good with kids, and after having some of my own, I appreciate that talent even more. I will definitely keep you and your family in my prayers!!!
Pamela George
I remember your mom. She was so much fun at girls camp! She was definitely the type person that left people better off then when she found them. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Britney Schulthies Lewis
A dear friend passed away yesterday. Even though I have not seen Lori Kay Densley- Packard for 10 years or more, I have always loved her and her family. I am grateful for the knowledge of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. That He has made it possible for all his children to be together as families again someday
Susan Jensen Thomas
This was an awesome evening~ Lori
Dear Lori... I have sweet memories of you and girls camp. Thanks for your amazing example of faith and endurance and love. Our love and prayers are that you won't suffer too long and can rejoice in the future!! Hugs and our best to you!!
Janet Apken
Your mom was such a wonderful women! I remember her being so good with kids, and after having some of my own, I appreciate that talent even more. I will definitely keep you and your family in my prayers!!!
Pamela George
I remember your mom. She was so much fun at girls camp! She was definitely the type person that left people better off then when she found them. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Britney Schulthies Lewis
I've been thinking about you & your family all day.I can only imagine the amount of love the Savior has for each of you. I know I have felt such a small portion of his love and it has been overwhelming at times when I have thought of you, your siblings, & your dad.
I'm so grateful for the time your mom has had on this Earth to bless us all. I can't help but smile when I think about playing at your house with Andrew & having joy school with your mom.
I always loved when it was her turn to teach. She was always so good at making us feel important, like we REALLY mattered. I can only imagine how many other children have the same memories of her.
You are all in my continued thoughts & prayers.
Kathryn Bonewell Thompson
I've been thinking about you & your family all day.I can only imagine the amount of love the Savior has for each of you. I know I have felt such a small portion of his love and it has been overwhelming at times when I have thought of you, your siblings, & your dad.
I'm so grateful for the time your mom has had on this Earth to bless us all. I can't help but smile when I think about playing at your house with Andrew & having joy school with your mom.
I always loved when it was her turn to teach. She was always so good at making us feel important, like we REALLY mattered. I can only imagine how many other children have the same memories of her.
You are all in my continued thoughts & prayers.
Kathryn Bonewell Thompson
So sorry for your loss. May the Lord wrap you all in the arms of his love and bring you peace and comfort
Susan Aston
I have walked this road with several families. It is a very sacred thing..passing from this mortality to the next. My love to you and Lori. The prayers of our stake are with you.
Dean Barrus
Dean Barrus
Our prayers go out to you and your family...I can't even imagine what you are going through right now but we can take comfort in the knowledge we have of being together forever, love you both.
Penny Bergeson Holling
Penny Bergeson Holling
Lori, you are an inspiration to all of us!
Lisa Stevens
Lisa Stevens
I was 15 when my family moved to Vancouver, WA. There I instantly made friends. One of these friends was Emily. She told me that she had been praying that a girl her age would move into the ward. Emily and I hit it off very easily and quickly. Oh, the good times we had! As the years went by, we grew apart, because we were very different, but we were always close. I remember Emily calling me to chat when I was newly married. She would call every few months and we could pick up our conversations as if we hadn't spent any time apart. She told me she felt like we were bosom buddies. I remember her calling me when we we're about 25 and she gave me the sad news that she had just been diagnosed with breast cancer. It was shocking and sad. She stayed positive through her cancer trial, but 5 years later she passed away at the young age of 30. I spoke with her on the phone a few weeks before she passed. That conversation remains a tender and precious memory to me.
Tonight, Emily's sweet mother Lori Kay Densley- Packard passed away. She was always so sweet to me. She gave me a job at the day care she owned when I was in college. She was a great mother to Emily. And a great friend to me! I love you Packard family! My thoughts and prayers are with you!
To Lori and Emily, I love you and I can't wait to give you big hugs and have long, girlfriend chats with you in the next life! Love you forever!
Tonight, Emily's sweet mother Lori Kay Densley- Packard passed away. She was always so sweet to me. She gave me a job at the day care she owned when I was in college. She was a great mother to Emily. And a great friend to me! I love you Packard family! My thoughts and prayers are with you!
To Lori and Emily, I love you and I can't wait to give you big hugs and have long, girlfriend chats with you in the next life! Love you forever!
Genny Lavender Campbell
Knowing your father as I do I am sure the service was planned by your father and your mother with the "fulness of the Holy Ghost". I am sure the service was a little teste of heaven on earth. You have been blessed with wonderful parents. Maggie would you please email your fathers address. Thank you!
J. Kenney McEwan
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Thank you for sharing that beautiful story......none of us will ever forget how the Packard family have touched our lives.
Cinda Moore
Thinking about you....I want you to know that I have loved you dearly all these years. May you feel the prayers of all who love you and the comfort and arms of our Savior.....Hugs and Love to you and your family
Cinda Moore
Cinda echoes our sentiments exactly. We are so sad to hear that she is slipping away so quickly, Ric. Thanks for being such a great husband to her and for all you are doing to make that transition loving and memorable. Love you guys Love you Lori Kay Densley- Packard!
Suzanne Ballard
They say that hearing is the last to go. I'm sure she hears you and wishes she could respond. Please tell her that Cliff and I love her.
Sallie Ferrell Nielson
Love from the Boags
Jeff Boag
Ric I know this is so difficult, I know I have nothing to say that is going to lessen the pain. However you are feeling or dealing with this is totally all right .
I am praying for you and your family and Lori.
I am praying for you and your family and Lori.
Peggy Ann Butler
Oh, we didn't get to spend much time together, but I will miss knowing her friendship is in the world. Thinking of you and your family.
Sue Rasmussen
Thinking about and praying for your family during these very difficult times. Please know how much we love you all
Sally Poe
I can tell what kind of woman she was because I know one of her kids. And she had a baby boy the same day as my mom so that already won her a lot of points in my book. All my best Jacob.
Chad Armitstead
To my dear cousin, what, 4 times removed?. I wish we could have known each other better. I WILL be seeing you.
Melva R. Liberatore
We send both of you and your family our love and our prayers..... and pray. that saints and angels will encircle you and your family at this time......and that you will feel the Savior's love as he comforts you.......all the moments all the memories are tucked away in a special place in our hearts as we think of you and yours with a smile on our face.....and tears of joy that you are our friends.
Cinda Moore
For those of you who wouldn't know us we were neighbors to the Densley's in Midvale. Several years ago we had a pleasant surprise... Lori knocked on our door and we so enjoyed our visit! She always radiated a special spirit. Heaven is a much brighter place... Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Carl and Joyce Jensen
Merry Christmas Lori. If you are ever back up my way let me know. You were an awesome boss and person.
From Melissa Black
Back from a whirlwind trip to Idaho. Got to spend a beautiful amount of time with one of my absolute favorite girls Alice Leone and got to visit with my dearest families. Blessed beyond words to have known and been nurtured and taught by Lori Kay Densley- Packard. Seeing her and having my last Earthly mother advice from her was beyond amazing. Life is sweet and full of magic . Love one another , forgive move and ... Remember who you are and what you stand for...
Mel Finn Kamerath
We love you Lori!
Shirley Sherrill
Shirley Sherrill
May God hold you in the palm of his hand, Lori.
Carol Sullivan
Carol Sullivan
My heart feels heavy tonight. I've processed the good news of my dear friend, Clara Grange, being healed from her cancer treatments. Then to receive the news of another dear friend, Lori Kay Densley- Packard, whose cancer "exploded" in her body and being given weeks to live. My aunt's pending graduation from this life. .. puts everything in perspective of our purpose on this earth. I'm grateful for my knowledge of eternity and repentance and enduring to the end. Simplifying my life sounds really good.
Rae Ann Christensen
My heart feels heavy tonight. I've processed the good news of my dear friend, Clara Grange, being healed from her cancer treatments. Then to receive the news of another dear friend, Lori Kay Densley- Packard, whose cancer "exploded" in her body and being given weeks to live. My aunt's pending graduation from this life. .. puts everything in perspective of our purpose on this earth. I'm grateful for my knowledge of eternity and repentance and enduring to the end. Simplifying my life sounds really good.
Rae Ann Christensen
Love you Lori! So sorry to hear the news. Happy you were able to spend some good time with family. It helps a bit that we have the gospel
Maryann Murphy
You have always been an inspiration and continue to be. There is a grand reunion awaiting on the other side.
Larry Draper
Thanks for your shining examples of faith and determination. Just finished reading an article in this month's Ensign - I thought of you both ... "In accepting God's will and doing their mortal best, they, too, stayed the course and finished their individual races with honor." We are thinking about you and yours and praying for you. How thankful I am for Heavenly Father's plan of happiness. Makes hard things easier to handle.
Jennifer Draper Hadfield
Love her spirit!
Ellen Hoover Overson
I remember the announcement when our ward split and joined with part of the Ridgefield Ward at that "getting to know you" Sunday school when Lori confessed to having a secret crush on our just called Bishop Cliff Nielson when they were in high school! I will miss her even though we've been separated by miles and years. And finally, I love that Lori's priorities were so clear... she KNEW she was a daughter of God, a wife, mother and friend. And she did not define herself by circumstance. I only hope I can be even a fraction of the person she is. Love to you all.
Candy Estrada
I remember the announcement when our ward split and joined with part of the Ridgefield Ward at that "getting to know you" Sunday school when Lori confessed to having a secret crush on our just called Bishop Cliff Nielson when they were in high school! I will miss her even though we've been separated by miles and years. And finally, I love that Lori's priorities were so clear... she KNEW she was a daughter of God, a wife, mother and friend. And she did not define herself by circumstance. I only hope I can be even a fraction of the person she is. Love to you all.
Candy Estrada
We DO know you will be OK. Wishing we could be with you at this special time. Please know our love, thoughts and prayers are there with you. We love you! May you BE with peace.
Darlene Alder
We DO know you will be OK. Wishing we could be with you at this special time. Please know our love, thoughts and prayers are there with you. We love you! May you BE with peace.
Darlene Alder
Hey mama packard! I've had you on my mind a lot the past few days. I saw Ali last thursday and we started chatting about you and your amazing example to us. I hope you always know your a strong light in my life. You and your incredible family will always be dear to my heart. Thank you for your influence and help mold me to the crazy gal I am. Hope your move goes well and its good for you. Love ya!!!
Mel Finn Kamerath
Praying tonight for the Packard family with the loss of their beautiful wife and mom Lori Kay Densley- Packard. Praying they will feel comfort and love. She touched so many lives especially mine for good.
Praying tonight for the Packard family with the loss of their beautiful wife and mom Lori Kay Densley- Packard. Praying they will feel comfort and love. She touched so many lives especially mine for good.
Sad news tonight. The wife of one of our beloved Bishops in Washington State died today. She really was a wonderful woman - truly a daughter of God. We will miss your smile and serene beauty Lori Kay Densley- Packard. May God comfort you and your family, Bishop Ric Packard.
Suzanne Ballard
She was always so sweet! We'll miss her. Love you, Packard family!
Tamsen Boley
To a wonderful Mother, wife, and friend (Lori Packard)...I weep at thy passing, yet rejoice in knowing that you soar today with the Angles and your wonderful daughter. Thanks Lori Kay Densley- Packard for being you! Love you...till we meet again. Blessings to Andrew Packard, Amanda Packard Bennett, Joni Packard, Ric Packard, Maggie Liljenquist.
Mark Curtis
February 03, 2015
Such a positive , loving influence for each of our children. Fondest memories warm our hearts. We'll keep you in our prayers Ric and family. With love, The Swangers
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M. Swanger,
Vancouver, Washington
February 02, 2015
February 02, 2015
Your family has been in my heart and on my mind since I heard about Lori being ill. I have so many fond memories of your family and the role each of you played in my life. I pray for peace in your hearts and smiles on your faces when you think of the memories you shared.
All my love,
Lyzz Wells
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Lyzz Wells (Smith),
Vancouver, Washington
February 01, 2015
My deepest, heartfelt condolences on this earthly loss of Lori. Lori cared for me when I was a newborn baby in 1979, through when I about 6 years old. She was a shining light in my life and made an indelible impact on who I am today. So much love for this wonderful, warm, special person.
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Melissa Heywood,
Portland, Oregon
February 01, 2015
We were sorry to hear about the death of Lori. I know she will be missed by many. I enjoyed being her visiting teacher so many years ago.
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Margy & Alden Harper,Vancouver, Washington
January 31, 2015
Dear Ric & Family,
Your family holds such a sacred place in our hearts and we send our love and heart felt condolences your way. We are saddened by your loss but know that there will be a joyful reunion in the eternities. The beauty of the gospel is knowing that marriage is not for this life only but because of temple vows, it is forever. May your family be comforted by the Lord at this time.
~
Terry & Barbara Fowler,
London, England
January 31, 2015
We have loving memories of Lori and all of your family. Many lives have been touched by her and she will be missed. We have thought of and prayed for your family through your many trials. We love you all.
Terry and Mike Bonewell
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Terry and Mike Bonewell,
Vancouver
January 31, 2015
Ric and family, my deepest sympathy on Lori's passing. We have enjoyed having you as our new neighbors on Sunrise and will miss Lori. I pray your hearts heal quickly and remain filled with wonderful memories. God Bless. Jeff Brandt
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Jeff,
Pocatello, Idaho
January 31, 2015
Thinking of Your Family during this difficult time,May You find strength and and comfort in God,s Love. Romans:15:13.
January 31, 2015
Ric & Family -
I was saddened to hear about Lori's passing!
My children attended Teddy Bear from 1992-1995 & as I look back those were the most enjoyable years for my children as well as myself while they were in attendance!
Lori had a wonderful gift that not to many people have, she genuinely loved & cared for all the children in her care throughout the years & had such wonderful patience, lots of patience!
My thoughts & prayers go out to you & your family!
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Mary Liddle,
Portland, Oregon
January 30, 2015
Ric,
I am so sorry for your lose. I have thought of your family often and what a wonderful example you and Lori have always been.
God bless, Sanndy (Packer) Jorgensen
January 30, 2015
We will be thinking of the Packard family all day tomorrow. I have a brain full of memories of Lori and all of you.
Accept our condolences.
Sarah Athauy
January 30, 2015
Dear Ric and family,
Just want you to know our thoughts have been with you this week. You are such wonderful people and we have often wondered why your trials have been hard!
Love,
Ben and Judy Hines
January 30, 2015
Ric,
How well I remember your beautiful family. Lori's photo is exactly how I remember her, vital and loving everyone she met. It was my privilege to have been considered her friend.
Love to you and your family
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John Paget,
Vancouver, Washington
January 30, 2015
We wish we could be with you at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We are so blessed to call Lori our friend. Everywhere she went, she left others better. Isn't that the purpose of life? She lived it well.
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Cliff & Sallie Nielson,
Vancouver, Washington
January 29, 2015
There is so much to celebrate in Lori's life. She lived the Gospel. We are with you, Ric, in spirit.
~ Karen and Terry Nelson, Ridgefield, Washingto
January 29, 2015
Dearest Ric, and Lori's family, I just today put Lori's # as a reference for a job here in Wa, and when I called to talk to her - she didn't have the same number so I was looking for her new number on Google and found this. I am so , so very sorry and feel deeply impacted to hear of her passing, as she was my Mentor and the best boss I have ever had in my life- She did so much for my Son and I - being a single divorced Mom-when I knew her as her employee at Teddy Bear Preschool in Van, helped us move, always gave me advice - turned into a close personal friend and as we both moved up to the Anacortes , Wa area, we saw eachother a few times, and meant to get together more often, and I think of her often in my day to day life. She was the best boss anybody could ever have and one of the best women I have ever, ever known. I know she will be bery sorely missed by so many, many people and I feel privelaged to have known her and been able to call her my friend. I am so saddened by her going, but know she wouldn't want us to be sad, just celebrate the woman that she was and her life and her spectacular sense of humor - I left my phone number with your funeral home - If someone could call me sometime, when you are ready? ,it would be nice to talk with her immediate fam- My love and heart going out to all her family , Love and hugs! Gretl Blickenstaff and Ezekiel- Burlington , Wa
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Gretl Blickenstaff,
Burlington, Washington
January 28, 2015
Ric and family...again we honor Lori and rejoice in having been part of her life. Love the Curtis Family.
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Mark Curtis,
Idaho Falls, Idaho
January 27, 2015
I am the ex Mr Karen Densley. I met Lori only a couple of times in my life, but it was obvious that she loved her sister's and they loved her. I know that her life was far from easy, yet a reading of her obiturary shows how much she continued to contribute to all around her. Hopefully, her love of the Lord brings solace to you at this time.
Mike Bentley, Sioux City, Iowa.
I just recently learned of Lori's death....my oldest daughter (Shannon O'Connor) had Mr. Packard as a teacher and she was one of their daughters (Emily) best friends in high. There were many families in our Vancouver community (including us) that were touched by Lori, Ric and their children through her daycare, school, and church etc. Our loss is deep and our sympathy is heartfelt to the Packard family.
Diane (O'Connor) Woodman
Words from Lori: Life is Good
Saw all my kids and grandkids. took pics of my old neighborhoods and Vincent Drug Store, reconnected with 3 friends, visited with my sisters(except Pat and Pete), inlaws and outlaws, enjoyed being a crazy-great auntie, realized that every ten years is not the way to stay connected to family, witnessed the last and youngest grandchild (of my parents) married in the Manti Temple, and made new friends that know old friends. Now, I'm back home with my honey, my one and only and life is good!!
For my sweet Amanda Packard Bennett, Cory Bennett, Maggie Liljenquist, Jake Liljenquist, and Andrew Joni Packard. Also know i love you always and forever and unconditionally~ Lori Packard
What a beautiful tribute! Love you Joni!
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