Georgia Annette Gunderson, 73, former lifetime Clark Fork resident, died Monday, July 20, 2009 at Life Care Center of Sandpoint.
She was born Nov. 6, 1935 in Sandpoint, Idaho the daughter of George and Mary Fields. She grew up and attended school in Clark Fork where she graduated from high school. In 1953 she married Phil Heyne and they were later divorced. On Dec. 28, 1980 she married Red Gunderson in Clark Fork and he preceded her in death.
Georgia lived in Clark Fork her entire life where she worked as a cook in local restaurants and for the Senior Citizens Center.
She enjoyed her gardens and her life in Clark Fork.
She is survived by 1 son: Terry (Deborah) Heyne of Clark Fork; 1 sister: Pat (Roland) Derr of Clark Fork; 2 grandchildren: Taylor Heyne, and her husband David Lane, Joseph Heyne; 1 great grandchild Aurora Lane; and by numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family members.
In addition to her husband, Red Gunderson, she was preceded in death by her parents, one son: Robert Heyne, and by 2 sisters, Addie Mae Rounsville and Marie Ruen.
Memorial graveside services will be conducted 10:00AM, Saturday, July 25, 2009 at the Clark Fork Cemetery. At noon, immediately following the service, there will be a life celebration potluck at the Clark Fork Senior Citizens Center.