Anna I Thol

In Loving Memory of Anna Irene Thol

December 26, 1932 – January 17, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Anna Irene Thol on January 17, 2025, at the age of 92. Anna, or Irene as most knew her, was born on December 26, 1932, in Denver Colorado, to Paul Jackson Isbell and Lottie Ann Hedrick. She had two younger brothers, Paul and Jim. In 1945, her family moved to Spokane, Washington, to be closer to relatives, later moving to Hauser Lake, Idaho, where she graduated from Rathdrum High School in 1950. She married John Thol, her devoted husband of nearly 70 years, on March 12, 1955, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Together, they built a family filled with love, strong character, and cherished traditions.

From 1957 to 1974, Irene devoted her time as a homemaker raising her children. She later worked at the University of Idaho for 15 years in the Human Resource Department and then at the Lewis & Clark Early Childhood Program until retiring in 1994. In her free time, she found joy in crossword puzzles, photography, reading, and turning everyday moments into lasting memories with her family and especially her grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband, John; her children, Leann Thol LaFerriere (Leon) and Allen Thol; her grandchildren: Michael, Kaci, Brian, Reid, Lucas, and Elise; and 15 great-grandchildren with one more due in March. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers whose memories she carried throughout her life.

A viewing will be held on January 29th from noon to 6:00 p.m. at Short’s Funeral Chapel 1225 E 6th Street with a memorial service to take place on January 30th at 11:00 a.m. at Short’s Funeral Chapel. Following the memorial service, Irene will be laid to rest at the Moscow Cemetery in a graveside service, 1650 Troy Rd. A reception following the graveside service will be held at Latah County Fairgrounds & Events Center, 1021 Harold St.

Irene will be remembered for her kindness, warmth, and unwavering love. She leaves behind a legacy of laughter and cherished memories that will forever live in the hearts of those who knew her.