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Garth Clair Condie

Sep. 8, 1945 - May 3, 2026

Date of Service: May 16, 2026

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Garth Clair Condie, 80, passed away peacefully at his home in Kingston, Missouri, on May 2, 2026. He must have had the most joyous reunion with his wife, Ilene, whom he has been without for 37 years.

Garth was born September 8, 1945, in Preston, Idaho, the third of five sons born to Clyde Johnson and Bernice Winger Condie. He graduated from Grace High School in 1963 where he enjoyed playing sports. A faithful follower of Jesus Christ, Garth dedicated his life to the service of others and the gospel. He served a full-time mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to the Austrian Mission. Upon returning home, he served in the Marine Corps Reserves for two years and went on to graduate from Brigham Young University with a degree in accounting.

Garth married Lynn Collins and was blessed with two children, Brandon and Rachel.

In 1981, Garth married the love of his life, Ilene Beck, in the Ogden Utah Temple. This union brought together their families, as Garth became a loving father to Shane and Brian, as well.

He and Ilene enjoyed attending sporting events for the boys and rarely missed. Following Ilene’s passing from cancer in 1989, Garth continued on as a devoted single father, anchoring his family with strength and faith. He was immensely proud of his children’s service, famously wearing three missionary tags on his suit every Sunday while three of his children served simultaneously.

He also enjoyed serving the community where he was the mayor of Hannah, Wyoming, and later served on the City Council in Rangely, Colorado. He spent the majority of his career working as Human Resource Director for the Deserado Coal Mine in Rangely, Colorado.

Garth was an active and devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His influence was felt deeply through his service in Young Men, elders quorum, as a counselor in the bishopric, as a bishop, and in the stake presidency. He was known for his genuine love for his ward members. A cherished memory was the tradition he and Ilene began—and he continued—of baking and hand-delivering homemade cinnamon rolls to every member of the ward each Christmas. After retirement, he delighted in serving as a temple worker in the Salt Lake Temple.

In his free time, he loved to explore and hike and enjoyed finding arrowheads and other treasures. Garth was a very spiritual man who spent his life strengthening his testimony of the gospel and shared his love of the Savior with everyone he met through his quiet service and Christlike example.

He was preceded in death by his eternal companion, Ilene; his parents, Clyde and Bernice; and his brother, Ronald. He is survived by his four children, Shane (Heidi) McCuistion, Brandon Condie, Brian (Tami) McCuistion, and Rachel (Paul) Helton; 12 grandchildren; his brothers, Allen (Carol) Condie, Brent (Kym) Condie, and Kent (Susan) Condie; and many nieces and nephews.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May16, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, located at 1350 E. 16th Street, in Burley, Idaho, where family and friends will be received from 9:30 until 10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Burial will follow at Gem Memorial Gardens in Burley. Military rites will be provided by the Mini-Cassia Veterans Group.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/02AyCN2vgzA.

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From Ed Smith.:

Garth is my friend. We met as missionaries at the LTM in 1964. He went to Austria and I to South
Germany. Met again at BYU registration and were roommates ‘69-70 until graduation. Phone calls kept our friendship alive. It will be amazing to see him again. Judging from the comments, Garth, through thick and thin, was and is a true friend to all. It is an honor to be on his friend list. Love him.

From Dutch Verschoor:

He was my best friend.

From Marilyn Howarth :

A truly amazing man as was his brother. Garth's obituary is exactly who he was in our ward. Serving and caring for others was who he was. A truly great man who will be missed.

From Bonnie GoodShield:

Garth will be greatly missed! He's one of the sweetest people we've ever known. He exudes Christ's love to all who meet him. He is very loved by my family, and we'll never forget the love and smiles he brought to our lives! Until we meet again!

From Chris Toohey:

I had the privilege of getting to know Garth when I was the scout master in the 17th ward here in Tooele UT. At the time he was the YM president. He was amazing with the young men. A few years ago, my family took a vacation to MO to visit historical church sites. He met us at Adam and Amen and showed us around. What a wonderdul time we had together. I believe he will have such a great reunion in the Spirit World! Love ya brother!

From Patty Conn:

Garth was one of my very favorite cousins! Shared lots of good times at Grandpa and Grandma Wingers!
We send our love and condolences to all his family!

From Drea Doan:

We were so sad when we found out Garth passed. Garth was an asset to our Mirabile community and our church community. I loved serving with him. I brought us a big cinnamon roll every Christmas! It was a privilege to know him.

From Deb :

Oh how I love Garth. I first met him when we were fairly new in the ward and he came up and introduced himself. It felt like he wanted me to know his name. He seemed to continue doing it until I remembered his name. Once I could remember his name without being told it stopped. Sitting beside him at church was appears a blessing as he could sing well. My time with him will always be a treasured memory. I look forward to when we meet again. So until we meet again. Thanks for sharing him is. B

From Dutch Verschoor:

He was my best friend.

From Bishop Redford:

What a faithful disciple of Jesus Christ. Garth will be deeply missed, but we find comfort and hope in the joyful reunion that awaits when we meet again.

From Mike Smith:

I am so very glad to have been associated with you Garth. From BYU roommates in 1969-1970 to continued friends throughout our lives. We still speak of your visits to our home in Heber Valley and to yours in Rangely. Our family loves you and we will always cherish our memories of you.

From Ginger WILLIAMS:

Garth was a friend and mentor. We had many talks about oils, herbs and ointments. He came into our store in Gallatin, Missouri, often. He was our sweet daughter-in-law's, Michal Ilene Williams, great-uncle. He was well loved by his family and a great example of service and selfless love to anyone who knew him. He will be missed. Thank you, Garth, for all you have shared.

From Jimmie Wilson:

Garth was my first brother ministering companion and a mentor. We served in the elders quorum together. Our deepest condolonces are extended to the family. I know how much he loved each of you. He will be missed - until we see you again brother.

From Sharon (Case) Ericson:

We loved Garth. Mom has a special fondness for him and talked to him on the phone frequently. I'm so sorry we won't be able to be at the funeral. My love to all of the family.

From Sherryl Condie Peterson:

Peace and blessings to all of Garth's family. You will be greatly missed by all who knew you Garth.

From Ed Rhodes :

One of the best men I have ever known. A true friend and brother. See you soon my friend.

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