Boyd F Winterholler

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Boyd Frederick Winterholler, age 73, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026, in Jackson, Idaho. He was born on February 24, 1952, to William “Bill” Winterholler and Ilene Jacobsen Winterholler.

Boyd was raised and lived all over Idaho, Filer, Parma, Kimberly, and Caldwell are places that remained close to his heart throughout his life. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, foster father, and friend to many.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Ilene Winterholler; his sister, Loretta Brown; his brother, William “Rick” Winterholler; and his beloved son, Alan Winterholler.

Boyd is survived by his beautiful wife for more than five decades, Maxine Winterholler, the love of his life. He is also survived by his sister, Debbie Lattin (Larry Lattin); his son Boyd Winterholler (Sherrie Winterholler) and their children Alan, Cheyenne (Tim Denton), William, Savannah (Braedon Searby); and his daughter Donna Schrenk (Travis Schrenk) and their children Makayla, Jaden, Jarom, Cash, Kalista, Shawn, and Kenzie. Boyd also leaves behind eight great-grandchildren, with one more eagerly awaited.

In addition to his biological family, Boyd’s legacy includes the many children whose lives he touched as a foster father. For more than ten years, Boyd and Maxine opened their home in the Caldwell and Parma areas to over 50 foster children, offering love, stability, and safety. Four of those children—Sylvia, Irma, Rosa, and Virginia Mendez—became permanent members of the family through adoption.

Boyd worked on a ranch in Jackpot, Nevada   when his family was young with his beloved dog Sam, a time he treasured deeply. He later spent many years working as a butcher in Kimberly and Boise, a profession he took great pride in. His greatest work, however, was done at home—cooking, loving, serving, and caring for others.

Boyd played football at Murtaugh High School for four years and graduated in 1970. He also loved baseball in his younger years and played on several teams. Boyd remained a baseball and football fan throughout his life.

Boyd met Maxine in 1971, and they were married in 1972. Together they welcomed three children into their family: Boyd William (born August 11, 1972), Alan Keith (born October 19, 1973), and Donna Crystal (born September 22, 1981). They were later sealed as an eternal family in the Ogden temple, a moment Boyd cherished deeply.

Boyd loved the outdoors—camping, campfires, bike rides with his family, long walks, Sunday drives, and seeing new places. Summer evenings were often spent telling stories around the fire. He loved bears and was often described as a “big teddy bear” himself by those who knew him best.

At the age of 46, Boyd suffered a major stroke that should have taken his life. Instead, he became a walking miracle, living each day as a gift. Maxine lovingly nursed him back to health. Years later, Boyd returned that devotion by caring for Maxine through her battle with cancer. As Boyd’s health declined, Maxine once again became his caregiver, fighting tirelessly to keep him at home, where he wanted to be. It was there, surrounded by love, that she cared for him until his final breath.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Visions for their compassion, kindness, and loving care during Boyd’s final year.

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Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. and a viewing for the public will be held at 10:30 Monday, February 2, 2026, at the Jackson Ward Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Viewing will be held an hour prior to services at the church. Services will conclude with burial in the Declo Cemetery under the direction of Joel Heward Hansen Mortuary.

Boyd’s life was one of love, service, faith, and quiet strength. His home—and his heart—were always open, and his legacy will live on through the many lives he touched.

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