Tina Marie Eguilior's Obituary
Tina Marie Eguilior
RUPERT – Tina Marie Eguilior, 67 of Rupert Idaho, passed away Monday, Jan. 5th, 2026 at Intermountain Health Mckay-Dee hospital in Utah due to complications from cancer.
Tina was born November 28, 1958, in Pocatello, Idaho, the daughter of Domingo Vincent Eguilior and Patrica Ann Eguilior (Jones). She grew up in Paul, Idaho, but spent her early years on her fathers ranch running sheep in Pebble Creek, Idaho. She was known for a beautiful smile, infectious laughs, and an overall hard working woman.
She graduated from Minico High School in 1977 and went on to have several careers throughout her life including working as a dental hygienist.
Tina was an avid horse rider, she was always involved in the rodeo community. She participated in ranch sorting, barrel racing and pole bending. Tina had a strong passion for the outdoors, which included gardening, caring for livestock, and enjoying an occasional bonfire. Ultimately her greatest love was her family, and through them she demonstrated the true meaning of unconditional love, supporting them in every path they chose.
She is survived by her children, Tell Kendall and Celeste Kendall; grandchildren Brandon Kendall, Kriston Kendall, Preston Kendall, (children of Tell Kendall), and Shantell Martinez, Sierra Martinez, Briseis Richardson, and Uriah Kendall (children of Celeste Kendall), one great-grandchild, Emmie Kendall, both her sisters Julie (Andy) Schaner and Monica (Joe) Williams.
Tina was preceded in death by her father Domingo Vincent Eguilior, mother Patrica Ann Eguilior (Jones), her brother Thomas Domingo Eguilior, and her aunt Clara Marie Eguilior.
A Celebration of Life will be held later in the Spring/Summer season.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions will also be accepted in Tina’s name to: Extinguishers (a burnout fund organized by the East End Fire Department to assist families who have been impacted by fires, accidents and to help families in need during the holidays) P.O. Box 152 Rupert Idaho 83350.
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