James Richard "Jim" Ford's obituary , Passed away on September 22, 2025 in Emmett, Idaho

James Richard "Jim" Ford

August 23, 1954 - September 22, 2025 (71 years old)

Emmett, Idaho

James Richard "Jim" Ford's obituary , Passed away on September 22, 2025 in Emmett, Idaho

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Potter Funeral Chapel

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James Richard "Jim" Ford

August 23, 1954 - September 22, 2025 (71 years old)

Emmett, Idaho

James Richard Ford Obituary

The memory of James Richard Ford of Emmett, Idaho, who passed away on September 22, 2025 at the age of 71, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Frank Ford and Jean Ford; and his brother Loren "Skip" Ford. He is survived by: his wife Kelly Ford; his pet Rosco; his siblings, Sharon Blevins (Jack), Stella Kiser (Ron), Kenny Ford (Esmerelda), Danny Ford (Debbie), Tamme Snyder (Randy) and Tony Ford (Ari); his grandchildren, Briana, Shelby, Kaydence, Mariah, Shianne, Mickaela, Abby and Logan; and his great grandchildren, Landon, Axel, Nevaeh, Bentley, Kenzlie, Ashton, Karter, Madilynn, Gunner, Bellamy and Ember.

Viewing will be held on Thursday, October 2nd 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Potter Funeral Chapel (228 E Main St, Emmett, ID 83617). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 3rd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, charitable donations may be made to Potter Funeral Chapel in Jim's name.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Potter Funeral Chapel



Thu

Oct 02

Viewing

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Potter Funeral Chapel
228 E Main St, Emmett, ID 83617

Fri

Oct 03

Funeral service

11:00 AM

Potter Funeral Chapel
228 E Main St, Emmett, ID 83617

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