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Roland Eugene Huggins Roland Eugene Huggins was born to Margaret Smith in Rupert, Idaho, on May 16, 1930. During his youth, he moved to California and attended military school. He entered the U.S. Coast Guard on Nov. 21, 1947. He served his country and retired as a highly decorated commander in 1982. He earned medals of honor. He was preceded in death by two sons Alan and Mark. His son, Roland, lives in Dallas, Texas. In 1982, Gene retired in Twin Falls, Idaho, where he built the Canyon Athletic Club. He also worked as a manager in his cousin's auto business. In 1989, he and his golfing buddy, Vera Lee, were married in Elko, Nev. They had an extended honeymoon in Kona, Hawaii, where they enjoyed hula and fishing. Little did Gene know the extended family he would be acquiring with this union; he now has four additional children, Greg, Steve, Cary and Christine. Sadly, Greg also preceded him in death. He is also survived by grandchildren, Jennifer, Katie, Abby, Zach, Melissa, Stephanie, Janessa, Dustin, Valerie, Michael and Jacob; and 13 great-grandchildren. He and his wife, Vera Lee, enjoyed 20 wonderful years together. They moved to Boise in 2000 to be near all the family. A memorial service for friends and family will be held at a later date. The family is beholding to Accent Hospice and their wonderful staff for their loving care for Gene. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.CloverdaleFuneralHome.com.
• Published Wednesday, November 4, 2009
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