Loyd F Falen

Loyd Francis Falen of Moscow, died Sunday June 16, 2024 at his home in Moscow. He was 83

Loyd was born July 11th 1940 in Caldwell, Idaho to Charles and Letha (Phipps) as the youngest of three boys and raised on the family ranch on Juniper Creek in Owyhee County.  He graduated high school in Marsing and went on to the University of Idaho obtaining a masters degree in animal nutrition.  There he met and married Deborah Sue Chipman and had four children; Kelvin Loyd, Douglas Leroy, Dennis Elroy, and Tammy Sue.

He spent his career at Washington State University animal science department until his retirement. He continue to raise a family with the addition of Cheyenne Elizabeth and Nathaniel Joseph. He was active in mentoring with Boy Scouts and enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and traveling about the outdoors. He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers John and Roger, and his sons Kelvin and Doug. He is survived by his wife Debbie, children Dennis and Tammy, niece Cheyenne, and nephew Nathaniel.

Loyd will always be remembered for his quiet measured temperament, sense of humor, and many ways he demonstrated love to his family and others through his example.  He will be deeply missed.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 24, 2024 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints- Blaine Street Chapel, 1657 S Blaine St, Moscow. Viewing will be held in the Relief Society Room 1 hour prior to the services.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Short’s Funeral Chapel of Moscow and condolences may be left at www.shortsfuneralchapel.com