Jeannette Alaska Obituary (1937 - 2026)

Jeannette Ann Alaska, 89, passed away January 22, 2026 in Cedar City Utah. She was born January 20th, 1937 in Los Angeles, California to Arnold and Rose Palmiero. While still in high school her brother brought home and introduced his best friend, Charles Alaska (Chuck). After Chuck met and hung out with her for the evening, he told her brother he was going to marry her. They were later married on February 19th, 1955. Family has always been the most important thing to her. Raising her 5 children was the joy of her life. She was also active in the Catholic Church and in her later years she loved volunteering her time at the Catholic Thrift Store and The Happy Factory. She has always been very creative and enjoyed her side activities like sewing, crocheting, and stain glass crafts. The sun was another love in her life. She would sit out in it for hours just to soak up the warmth. She also enjoyed camping with the family and watching any wildlife that she could find. She is survived by her 5 wonderful children- Bonny Rayburn (Gordon), Bob Alaska, Lindy Alaska, Cheri Baker (Dean), and Jeff Alaska (Sheri), 7 Grandchildren- Ryan Rayburn (Bree), Mindy Smith (Wes), Ashley Simon (Geza), Josh Baker, Julia Alaska, Sofia Alaska, and Olivia Alaska. She has also been blessed by watching her 6 Great Grandchildren grow up- Crystal Rayburn, Kennedy Rayburn, Alex Rayburn, Gage Smith, and Gracy Smith. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles E Alaska and her parents Arnold and Rose Palmiero. As well as 2 siblings, Irene and Tommy. Graveside services will be held at a future time when family can all be present. Final arrangements are under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. Online condolences can be sent at www.mortuary.org.