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Lacy Allphin

Lacy Rucker Allphin (42), after a courageous three-year battle, peacefully succumbed to lung cancer in her home surrounded by her family and father on August 28, 2024. Born on August 23, 1982, in Mesa, Arizona, Lacy's life was not nearly long enough, but was filled with love and adventure. She spread joy to all who knew her. Lacy graduated from Westwood High School, class of '00. After high school she attended Scottsdale Community College where she received her certificate as a pastry chef. Shortly after graduation, her adventurous side took her to Yellowstone National Park where she worked at the Lake Hotel restaurant for the summer. There she met Chris Allphin, who was also working at Lake for the summer. She would later say "this summer fling would last for eternity." They were sealed in the Mesa temple for time and eternity on December 21, 2002.  The adventure continued as they moved from Utah to Saba Island in the Caribbean. After two years in paradise, they moved back to Utah, then Greeley, Colorado, and Mesa, Arizona while Chris completed medical school and their family grew. After four years in Saint Louis, Missouri, they moved back to the mountains to Idaho Falls, Idaho, just a few hours' drive from where they met. Several years later, they made their forever home in Shelley, Idaho, where she lived until her death.  Lacy was spunky, creative, crafty, and a DIY queen. She had a gift for turning worn out and ugly things into beautiful and useful treasures. She loved to decorate her home and looked forward to decorating for every holiday. She also loved to travel and was able to see the world, but her favorite places to visit were Disney parks and Yellowstone. She cared deeply for others and always tried to take care of them before herself.  Lacy loved the color pink. It was the perfect foil for her red hair and bright blue eyes. Many knew her for her love of pink, and her pink Jeep could be seen on the country roads at any time of day.  Most of all, Lacy loved her family. She was devoted to Chris and their children. From Sunday crepes to personalized Christmas trees and Lego collections, she went out of her way to make life fun and adventurous for those she held dear.  She is survived by her loving husband, Chris Allphin; their four children, Canyon, Sheridan, Colter and Cache; her parents, Doug and Betty Rucker; four siblings, Skeeter (Jerod) Allen, Scott (Heather) Rucker, Brice Rucker, and Shandi Rucker; her in-laws, Don and Jeri Allphin, Donovan and Jennifer Allphin, Mark and Talara Allphin, and Kara and Bryan Reichert; along with numerous nieces and nephews.  Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2024, at Taylor 3rd Ward, 1101 East 1250 North, Shelley, Idaho. The family will visit with friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, September 5, 2024, and from 12:00 p.m. t0 12:45 p.m. prior to the service. Both visitations will be at the church. Burial will be in the Taylor Cemetery. For those that choose to attend, we ask that you wear as much pink as you can.  Services will be broadcast live here.

August 23, 1982 - August 28, 2024

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Doral Cactus Family Bethany, Caitlyn, and Sarah

September 05, 2024

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Quick Restore Team

September 04, 2024

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Our hearts go out to you during this incredibly difficult time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you navigate this loss.

Angela and Clark Daines

September 04, 2024

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Sending our heartfelt condolences to the family. Such an honor to have a sweet, kind neighbor that was always up for our boys hanging out. Keep cheering on your football player, hes doing awesome!!

Anonymous

September 04, 2024

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With our deepest sympathy to the Allphin Family. EIRMC Administration

With Love, Steve and Caprece Rogers Family

September 04, 2024

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You are in our hearts and prayers.

Anonymous

September 04, 2024

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Sending healing prayers and comfort during this tough time. EIRMC Medical Staff

Uncle Jon Scott & Family

September 03, 2024

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With our deepest sympathy.

Craig and Kathleen Rucker Family

September 03, 2024

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Lacy your beautiful smile, laugh and kind heart will be forever remembered. Sending our love to your family. Always in our hearts, never forgotten.

Uncle Terry, Lezah and Matt, Anna and Chinmay,,Christie and Bill, and Amanda

September 03, 2024

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Dear [Nephews Name],

Our hearts ache for you and your children. We understand the pain of losing a mother too soon. Were here for you, sending love, strength, and prayers.

With deepest sympathy,

Gabrielle Grundy

September 02, 2024

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Chris - wishing you and your family peace and comfort during this time of mourning.

Anonymous

September 02, 2024

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Chris & Family - There are no words to express how terribly sad I was to hear of Lacy's passing. May her memory be a blessing now and for forever. Sincerely, Leah Glass (Berkowitz)

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September 02, 2024

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August 31, 2024

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Edith Hui

August 31, 2024

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Lacy, you will be dearly missed by so many. In the brief 18 months we crossed paths on Saba, you were always full of love, life, and laughter. Chris and family, sending you so much love and hugs.

Rob & Melissa Wilson

August 30, 2024

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Sending lots of love!

Anonymous

August 30, 2024

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You were one of my best childhood friends and my favorite cousin. I hope you have found peace. I love you.
Vanessa

Anonymous

August 30, 2024

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I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is always in my heart, and thoughts. Sending all my love

With love Terry.

August 30, 2024

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With love from Terry and Karla. You will always be in our hearts, you will truly be missed.

Max & Stephanie Spilsbury

August 30, 2024

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Sending all of our love to your family. Sweet, bright and beautiful Lacy will be in our hearts forever.

Anonymous

August 30, 2024

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Love you forever, Lacy! I already know therea fountain of Dr Pepper up there and you and my mom (Aunt Leanna) are truly in Heaven because of that. Thank you for your lifelong example!

Linda & John ODonnal

August 30, 2024

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She radiated love.