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Nelbert Forrest Legg
18 Aug 1928 – 4 Jun 2013
| Birth | 18 Aug 1928 |
| Death | 4 Jun 2013 |
| Cemetery | Salubria Cemetery Cambridge , Washington County , Idaho , USA |
| Added by | Memory Maker on 08 Jun 2013 |
| FaG | https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/134426092 |
Bio
Son of Pryor App and Nellie (Watterson) Legg, he was always proud of being the grandson of a confederate scout.He grew up and later ranched in Cambridge. He moved to Emmett in 1990. He died in St. Al's hospital from complications of a fall. Nelbert Forrest Legg 1928 ~ 2013 Our Dad "Nelbert" passed June 4, 2013, at St. Al's Hospital in Boise due to complications from a fall at home the previous day. Dad was born August 18, 1928, in Rogersville, Tennessee to Pryor App and Nellie (Watterson) Legg, both native Tennesseans, giving Dad a Tennessee heritage of which he was quite proud - often reminding us that his grandfather had served in the Civil War as a Confederate scout. When Dad was a young child, App and Nellie moved the family to Idaho where App herded sheep. The family first lived in Weiser, but in 1938 moved to a ranch near Cambridge. Even as a small boy, Dad loved horses and dogs. He told us that his brothers and sisters had bicycles, but he didn't want one because, as he said, "what is the point of working your legs to ride your butt?" His parents, 3 brothers, and 2 sisters all worked hard, but according to Dad "it was me and Carol (his little sister) that did most of the riding for cattle". He attended Cambridge High School where he boxed, played baseball, and made lifelong friends. While still a teenager, Dad herded sheep and packed camp supplies for George Stover in the Hells Canyon/Snake River area, an experience he seemed to treasure. On November 13, 1950, he married Donna Williams of Midvale. They lived in or near Cambridge for many years raising their children, Judy, Ann, and David there. In those early years Dad worked on the Brownlee Dam project, drove logging truck for Stan Cutler, and owned and operated a bar in Cambridge. At later times he also briefly worked construction in Oregon and on the Alaska pipeline. Dad's goal, however, was to farm and ranch. That opportunity arose in the early 1960's when Dad and Mom together assumed operation of the Letha Donart Ranch in Salubria - a special property much loved by the entire family. After the death of Mrs. Donart, Mom, Dad and David moved to nearby property purchased from the estate of close friend Aubrey Green. They farmed that property and various rented parcels - Mom working alongside Dad - until moving to Emmett in 1990. Mom's health failed drastically after moving to Emmett and she died in 1997 from complications of Parkinson's disease. Dad was devoted to Mom throughout her illness. When she could no longer remain at home he visited her at least daily at her care center. Dad was raised in a generation where 'working' is what one does and there was no higher complement than being a hard worker and a good neighbor. He did, however, love rodeos. His favorite event was saddle bronc; his favorite bronc ride was Billy Etbauer. He attended the Caldwell Night Rodeo every year - every night of every year for many years. Going to the CNR with Dad meant leaving Emmett at 4:30 for an 8:00 show. It was important to get the best parking spot and to secure your seat before 6:00 - that seat being top row, second section, civvies side, below the Coors banner (which provided a touch of shade). The two plus hour wait for the rodeo didn't matter because there would always be someone with whom to visit. He never stopped making new friends and he never forgot an old friend. That was who he was. While he missed his old life in Cambridge, he loved his Emmett place and he had great friends and neighbors in that community - several of whom were instrumental over the last few years in helping him maintain his much needed independence. Nelbert was preceded in death by his wife, Donna, his parents, App and Nellie, his brothers, Wayne, Alvin and Pryor, and his sister, Carol. He is survived by his children Judy of Smiley Creek/Ketchum (John Pryor), Ann of Stanley (Bob Sevy) and David of Seattle, as well as his sister, Irene Branch of Midvale, several brothers and sisters-in-law, many nieces and nephews, several cousins, and countless friends. He is also survived by "Super", the last of his cow horses, "Gus", his prize mule, and his much adored "Luke" and "Lucy" dogs. Cremation and other assistance have been provided by Potter Funeral Chapel of Emmett. A Celebration of Life is planned for June 13, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall in Cambridge, Idaho. Dad's ashes will be buried in the Salubria Cemetery later that day. The family also anticipates an informal get together at Dad's home in Emmett later this month - that timing to be later announced. For friends and family who may wish to honor Nelbert, the family suggests a contribution to the Parkinson's Disease Association, the Emmett Pet Adoption League (PAL), or a charity of the donor's choice in lieu of flowers. Published in Idaho Statesman on June 9, 2013
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