William Pugmire Obituary
William Arnell Pugmire passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024 at his home in St. Charles, Idaho, of natural causes. June 15th happened to be the same date that his father passed away 13 years earlier.
Arnell was born in Montpelier, Idaho, April 10, 1949 to William (Bill) Lloyd Pugmire and LuWana Pope Pugmire of St. Charles. He was the second of three children, just 14 months younger than his sister, Janis, and 8 years older than his brother, Lloyd.
Arnell attended elementary school in St. Charles, other than 3 ½ years while the family lived in Brigham City, Utah. He became an Eagle Scout and in 1967 he graduated from Fielding High School in Paris, Idaho. He also attended Utah State University in Logan, Utah, and served a two-year mission in The Western States Mission, with the majority of that time being spent in New Mexico.
When Arnell was younger, he loved riding his motorcycles and would ride them everywhere. He also enjoyed spending time hunting geese, sage hens, and deer.
Arnell married Debby Jacobsen and made their home in St. Charles, Idaho. They were the parents of two beautiful daughters. Their first daughter, Angela (Angie), was born June 19, 1973 and their second daughter, Amanda (Amy), was born April 1, 1976. Arnell and Debby later divorced.
Arnell moved to the state of Washington where he started his career as a painter, working with his uncle, Alfred Pope. He painted in many areas, including Auburn, Yakima, Enumclaw, and Buckley. He lived in Buckley during most of the years he spent in Washington.
After returning to St. Charles, he started his own painting business. He painted many homes throughout Bear Lake Valley as well as some in other areas. He was a perfectionist, always trying to do a good job. Largely due to his painting projects in the community, he made many friends, which was a joy to him.
Along with his painting business, Arnell always found time for and was willing to help family and friends with projects when they were in need of a helping hand. Plowing snow, mowing lawns, getting wood for winter, and working in the hay fields were just some of the ways he served others. He was a hard worker and continued his painting business for as long as his health allowed. He always made time to write letters and sign cards to send to family and friends. He was tender hearted and loved animals, especially cats, always making sure to keep them fed, even if they belonged to a neighbor.
Arnell enjoyed the years he spent living in St. Charles, where he had many fond memories of his childhood. It was the perfect place for him to live.
Arnell was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and LuWana Pugmire, a son Vince Pugmire Richins, one nephew, and one great nephew. He is survived by his daughters, Angela (Nate) Smith and Amanda (Nick) Bruun, 9 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren, with one on the way! He is also survived by his siblings, Janis (Dennis) Hymas and Lloyd (Ellen) Pugmire, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Arnell appreciated all the help, visits, and the many yummy meals and treats (including his favorite Hershey’s chocolate bars) he received from family and friends, especially during the past several years.
Arnell mentioned to Janis many times how he didn’t know what he would do without the help of Lloyd, Ellen, and their family. They took such good care of him. He was very grateful for them and was always quick to express his appreciation.
A graveside service honoring Arnell will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the St. Charles cemetery at 12:00 pm.
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