Mishelle Dawn Wasden, 54, of Kuna, Idaho, returned to her Heavenly Father on March 3, 2025, after a courageous 13-year battle with cancer. She passed peacefully, surrounded by her beloved family, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and unwavering strength.
Mishelle was born on June 25, 1970, in Bend, Oregon, to loving parents Ron and Cheryl Fuller. As the eldest of six children, she embraced her role as a loving and protective older sister. Mishelle became a natural leader, guiding her siblings with kindness, wisdom, and resilience.
On August 16, 1990, she married her loving companion, Todd Wasden, in the Portland Oregon Temple. Together, they built a life centered on faith, family, and service, raising five wonderful children, whom she cherished and supported in every endeavor.
Mishelle attended Ricks College, where she served as the student body secretary and treasurer, a testament to her leadership and fun-loving spirit. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Utah State University, where she cultivated a deep love for writing. Her creativity shone through in her much-anticipated Christmas letters, heartfelt poetry, and her inspiring book, Living a $300 Day: My Journey with GIST Cancer.
Throughout her life, Mishelle was a beacon of compassion and service, always finding ways to lift and bless those around her. She poured her heart into her role as a devoted mother, cheering on her children in all their pursuits. She created a loving and welcoming home in Kuna, Idaho, where she was deeply involved in her community—volunteering in her children’s classrooms, actively participating in the PTA, and serving in a variety of capacities at church.
Mishelle’s warmth, humor, and unwavering faith made her a cherished friend to all who knew her.
Mishelle is survived by her beloved husband, Todd Wasden; their children, Dallin (Samantha) Wasden, Derek (Cortney) Wasden, McKenzie (McKay) Simmons, Megan (Jesse) Hobson, and Chase (Carli) Wasden; her parents, Ron and Cheryl Fuller; siblings Heather (Nathan) Ogden, Mindy (Cory) Godell, Nathan (Trina) Fuller, and Andrew (Sally) Fuller; and six adored grandchildren: Rhett, Greyson, McCall, Hayes, Tate, and Hadley.
She was preceded in death by her beloved sister, Heidi Fuller.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 10th, at 11:00 AM, with a viewing on Sunday, March 9th, from 6:00–8:00 PM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, located at 8625 S Linder Rd, Kuna, Idaho. Burial will follow at the Kuna Cemetery.
Her family finds peace in knowing that Mishelle’s story does not end here—it is simply the beginning of the next chapter in her eternal journey. They are profoundly grateful for the outpouring of love and support from friends, family, and medical professionals throughout her battle with cancer.
A special thank you to the exceptional oncology team at Oregon Health & Science University, whose care and expertise granted Mishelle the gift of more time and precious moments with those she loved most.
