Rexburg Native Todd Bresee Passes Away at 57

Bresee was known for his sense of humor, love of music, and passion for the outdoors.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Todd Guy Bresee, a native of Rexburg, Idaho, passed away on February 25, 2026 in Mansfield, Texas at the age of 57. Bresee grew up in Rexburg, served in the National Guard, and worked in the automotive and turf construction industries, living in Idaho, Boise, and Texas over the course of his life. He is survived by his wife Kimberly, four children, his mother, and several siblings.

Why it matters

Bresee's passing is a loss for the Rexburg community, where he grew up and maintained close ties throughout his life. His career and family life highlight the experiences of many Idahoans who have sought opportunities in other states while keeping their roots in the Gem State.

The details

Bresee was born on February 16, 1969 to Marvin Bresee and Sue (Bresee) Burns in Rexburg. He attended Madison Schools and married his high school sweetheart, Kimberly Turley, in 1988. The couple had four children - Courtney, Nicholas, Abigail, and Danielle. Bresee served in the Rexburg National Guard and worked at Taylor Chevrolet in Rexburg before moving his family to Boise in 2001, where he worked for Micron and Peterson's Motor. In 2004, the family relocated to Mansfield, Texas, where Bresee worked with his brother Jeff at Sports Engineering Technologies and Field Turf Inc, designing and managing the construction of artificial turf fields.

  • Bresee was born on February 16, 1969 in Rexburg, Idaho.
  • Bresee married Kimberly Turley on April 23, 1988.
  • The Bresee family moved from St. Anthony, Idaho to Boise, Idaho in 2001.
  • The Bresee family moved from Boise, Idaho to Mansfield, Texas in 2004.
  • Bresee passed away on February 25, 2026 in Mansfield, Texas.

The players

Todd Guy Bresee

A native of Rexburg, Idaho who worked in the automotive and turf construction industries and is survived by his wife, four children, mother, and several siblings.

Kimberly (Turley) Bresee

Todd Bresee's wife, who was his high school sweetheart.

Marvin Bresee

Todd Bresee's father.

Sue (Bresee) Burns

Todd Bresee's mother.

Jeff Bresee

Todd Bresee's brother, who he worked with at Sports Engineering Technologies and Field Turf Inc.

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What’s next

A graveside service will be held for Todd Bresee this summer in Bedford, Wyoming.

The takeaway

Bresee's life and career exemplify the experiences of many Idahoans who seek opportunities outside the state while maintaining strong ties to their hometown communities. His passing is a loss felt by his family, friends, and the broader Rexburg community.