Born: Sunday Oct-17-1943
Died: Thursday Aug-28-2025
Funeral: Saturday Sep-06-2025

Morrison Funeral Home
& Crematory
188 S. Hwy 24
Rupert, Idaho 83350
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A live webcast of the services will be available at the following link: https://youtu.be/yLak8c6IB04

Lyn Ann Williamson Arnell, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully returned to her Heavenly Father on August 28th, at home in Burley, Idaho, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous and well-fought battle with Parkinson’s disease.

Born in October 1943 in Montpelier, Idaho, to Rexford and Maxine Williamson, Lyn Ann grew up in the beautiful Bear Lake Valley, where she shared a joyful childhood with her five siblings. Her love of family, her deep sense of community, and her unwavering faith began in those early years and became the hallmarks of her life.

Lyn Ann worked for many years in the banking and finance industry, where her intelligence, warmth, and ability to connect with people made her a trusted friend and colleague. Though she and her eternal companion, Guy Arnell, had known each other since childhood, it wasn’t until later in life that their paths intertwined again. They were married in 1978, and later sealed in the Logan Utah Temple, together with their daughters.

Affectionately known as “Lanny” to her grandchildren, family, and countless friends, she lived a life centered on love and service. She was happiest when lifting others, whether through a kind word, a warm meal, or quiet acts of compassionate service. Blessing others lives was what motivated and gave Lyn Ann the most fulfillment. Lyn Ann faithfully served in many callings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, many times in the Relief Society and Young Women organizations. She loved serving in the temple and truly loved her final calling in Stake Public Affairs. She especially cherished this role because it allowed her to gather people of all faiths, build bridges of friendship, and strengthen her community. Her love of the temple was profound, and she shared that testimony with her family often, instilling in them a sense of peace and eternal perspective.

Her service extended far beyond the walls of her church. Lyn Ann devoted herself to community projects, including local concert series, the Burley Centennial Celebration and the beautification of Burley. One of her proudest contributions was helping to introduce the 175 flowerpots that now grace the city’s main streets, bringing beauty and joy to everyone who passes by.

Family was always at the heart of everything she did. She created memories around campfires, hunting trips, and family gatherings—always managing to prepare gourmet meals, no matter how rustic the setting. Some of her most cherished moments were spent at her family’s cabin in Bear Lake, surrounded by laughter, stories, and the people she loved most.
Lyn Ann was truly a friend to all. She had a gift for making everyone feel loved, welcomed, and seen. Her influence will live on in her children, grandchildren, and all who were blessed to know her.

The family would like to express heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate hospice nurses & physical therapists at Intermountain Home Health & Hospice, and especially to her granddaughter, McKenzie Brimhall, whose love, dedication, and tender care over the last six months brought comfort and peace to both Lanny and her family.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 46 years, Guy Arnell of Burley; her daughters, Melissa Arnell of Salt Lake City, Megen (Christopher) Ralphs of Cedar City, and Morgen (Robbie) Bybee of Inkom; ten grandchildren: McKenzie, Zebediah (Madison), Maximillan (Ashtyn), Zoie, Tate, Carson, Elle, Porter, Drew, and Ty; and one great-grandchild, Bear. She is also survived by her siblings: Glen (Anell) Williamson, Lorna Kimball, Craig Williamson, Bruce Williamson, and Rick (Dee) Williamson. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rexford and Maxine Williamson, and her grandson, Keaton Arnell Brimhall (Melissa).

Though Lyn Ann has departed this mortal life, her legacy of love, service, faith, and joy will forever remain with those who were privileged to call her wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 6, 2025 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 2050 Normal Ave in Burley, Idaho. Burial will follow at 4:30 p.m. at the Montpelier Cemetery, Montpelier, Idaho. Friends may call Friday evening, September 5, 2025 from 5:00 until 7:00 at the Morrison Funeral Home, located on the Burley, Rupert Highway and from 10:00 until 10:45 a.m. at the church prior to the funeral. A live webcast of the services will be available and maintained on the website.

A live webcast of the services will be available at the followning link: https://youtu.be/yLak8c6IB04

Condolences:

Our condolences to Guy and the family. She was such a hard worker and so community minded. She leaves her mark on our little town...Sheila and Dale Adams

What a lady! LynAnn was such a fireball of energy, enthusiasm, willingness and love about everything and anyone she was associated with. So many fun memories of being neighbors and friends and fellow church goers. She certainly created a wake wherever she was. I pray your family can find peace in your memories of her. Love to all of you...MaryAnn Woodhouse

LynAnn was such a treasure to our community. We met every week for almost two years to work on Burley’s centennial. She was always so cheerful, never shirked work and full of ideas to help our community. So grateful she brought us the flowers and helped get Santa to visit. Her service and delightful personality made our world better. Thanks you for sharing her with all of us...Linda Petersen

Lyn Ann was definitely an elite lady. I’m grateful to have had the privilege to know her. May we all have faith in every footstep....Teresa Keetch

Lyn Ann was a. Very special friend to me right from the start. We shared many special times iworking together and just good friends, she is very much missed....Kathryn Hall

I worked with Mini-Cassia Community concerts for 20 or more years. When I was president, Lyn Ann was my "good right arm," thinking of the things I didn't, and inspiring with enthusiasm when we worried about dwindling membership. Cheerful, she was, ALWAYS! And forward thinking, a perveyor of good ideas, never shirking, she was a wonderful support and a dandy friend! May your great stockpile of fond and loved memories, sustain you, dear Guy, and your family...Susan Tuft

Our condolences and love to you and your family, Guy. We loved and admired Lyn Ann so much! She was always willing to help anyone, without complaining, even when her plate was already full. She accomplished so much in her life! She will be greatly missed....Grant and Ina Rae

So many happy memories for both Sheldon and I of growing up in the Bear Lake Valley and attending high school with Lyn Ann and Guy.
Our heartfelt condolences to you Guy and your family...Sheldon and Carol Hansen

We are so sad to hear about LynAnn. She was a good friend to everyone. We will pray for love and comfort for you,Guy, and Meagan and Morgan. I loved my friendship with Lyn Ann. She was a wonderful, hard working woman whether at work, church, or in the community.  Stan and Betty Rasmussen

We were saddened to hear of Lyn Ann’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers for comfort are going out for you Guy and family.  Glenn and Susan Hunsaker

I did not know her that well just found out she was born 2 days and a year later than I was Aug 31 1951, it never gets any easier tho when fam and friends pass, my deepest heart felt condolences to her family. Steven Faulkner

Looking for a job in SLC after college grad I contacted Lyn Ann she took me into her care. I went job placement she recommended got job immediately with her roommate we rented bigger place with a swim pool. Just a month later Bruce proposed I ran out on Lyn Ann went home to get ready for wedding and life as a military wife Lyn Ann never complained and was my maid of honor. I loved the two months with Lyn Ann. Dianne Scofield Hall