LOGAN, UTAH: Elaine Robinson Hobbs, 70, of Logan, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2005 at the Logan Regional Hospital in Logan.

Elaine was born April 18, 1934 in Franklin, Idaho to Wilburn M. and Mabel Williams Robinson. Her younger years were spent in Franklin, Idaho. She attended Preston High School in Preston where she graduated in 1952. Elaine married Milo Benson and lived in Newton, Utah then later divorced. In 1985, she married William (Bill) Hobbs in Preston Idaho. They were later sealed in the Logan LDS Temple. Bill and Elaine enjoyed life together in Logan. Together Bill and Elaine owned and operated the Latienda in Franklin, Idaho. Prior to Latienda, Elaine was employed by Low Cost Drug and retired from Moore Business Forms. She was hard working, enjoyed meeting people and maintained many life-long friendships.

Elaine was involved in many organizations. The Ladies Golf Association was one of her favorites. She was known as a great party planner, making sure all of those around her were having fun. Elaine’s most favorite organization was the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She had many jobs in the church but her favorites were when she served in the Young Women’s presidency and the Primary presidency. While serving her callings, she developed many special bonds with the Young Women’s groups.

Elaine loved her family and friends and was totally dedicated to her husband and family. Family gatherings were special times. Her favorite family occasions were Christmas and any other time that brought family together. Her special hobby for the family was scrap-booking. Elaine’s wish was for all her family and friends to “Be Happy” and “Stay Close”.

Elaine is survived by her husband, William (Bill) Hobbs; three sons, Scott and Darlene Benson; Todd and Teri Benson; Ryan and Wendy Benson; two step-daughters, Gina and Randy Jensen; Jackie Fawson; two sisters, Marcene Doney; Janice and Richard Simmons; 16 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Donna and one grandson, Luke.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 19, 2005 at 12:00 pm in the Lundstrom Park 2nd Ward , 1250 North 1600 East with Bishop Greg Lambert conducting. Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 10:30 - 11:45 am. Interment will follow at the Franklin Idaho Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation at www.kidney.org. Arrangements by Allen-Hall Mortuary and Blush Floral.