GOVERNOR’S STATEMENT ON J.R. SIMPLOT

(BOISE) – Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter issued the following statement today on the passing of J.R. Simplot.

“J.R. Simplot was a wonderful man and a great mentor who embodied what Idaho is all about. His love of family, his appreciation of America, his work ethic and his devotion to making this a better world through the free enterprise system all are values to which Idaho aspires. He had a huge impact on my life for over 30 years, and I shall miss him.”

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