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Local Obituaries for Chubbuck, Pocatello, and Twin Falls, Idaho.

Dennis Ray Gott

Dennis Ray Gott

Aug 14, 2026

Dennis Ray Gott, 67, formerly of Murtaugh, Idaho, went to be with Jesus on August 14, 2026.

He was born on February 21, 1959, to Jack and Arvilla Gott in Sun Valley, Idaho.

Dennis graduated from Murtaugh High School in 1977. He was active in football, basketball, and track, and also played church softball. He was also a Boy Scout and active...

Mary Belle Hanson

Mary Belle Hanson

Aug 14, 2026

Mary Belle Hanson, 102, passed away on August 14, 2026.

Mary Belle Lacy Hanson was born May 29, 1924, in Lamar, Colorado to Arza Stone and Myrtle Lillie Smith Lacy as the fourth child. Mary spent her early childhood in Colorado moving during the Depression to Missouri, then to Peoria, Illinois. She married Louis Clark in 1947. From this union came,...

Edward Joseph Leissring

Edward Joseph Leissring

Aug 13, 2026

Edward Joseph Leissring from Inkom, Idaho, passed away on August 13, 2026, at the age of 85.

His life was outdoors. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and the President of the local Pocatello Trail Machine Association.

His summers were full of camping and four wheeling rides. When he wasn’t out riding you would find him at his favorite restaurant. Olivers.

He was...

Sondra Lee Peterson Rupp

Sondra Lee Peterson Rupp

Aug 13, 2026

Sondra Lee Peterson Rupp, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, faithful disciple of Jesus Christ, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2026, in St. George, Utah, at the age of 84.

Sondra was born on February 23, 1942, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Eugene Peterson and Golda Luella Deardon Peterson, lovingly known as “Babe.” She had one older brother,...

Sharon Louise Engelking

Sharon Louise Engelking

Aug 12, 2026

Sharon Louise Engelking, 88, of Twin Falls, Idaho passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at her residence.

A full obituary will appear here as information becomes available.

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Janis Rhoads

Janis Rhoads

Aug 12, 2026

Janis Rhoads passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026, surrounded by family and friends, with stories being told, memories shared, and a great deal of love in the room.

Janis was born May 24, 1950, in Pocatello, Idaho to Gail and Marylyn Rhoads. She was the oldest of five children, followed by her siblings Gary, Susan, Robert, and Terri.

Due to her...

Robert Eugene Kennedy

Robert Eugene Kennedy

Aug 11, 2026

Robert Kennedy, born on June 18th, 1943, in Renovo, Pennsylvania, passed away on August 11th, 2026. He was the beloved son of Gladys Kennedy.

Robert's life journey took him through various places, including Kane, Pennsylvania, in 1950, and later to Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, in 1958. In 1973, he resided in Reno, Nevada. He dedicated his working years to diverse roles, including as...

Kirk Thomas Gunnell

Kirk Thomas Gunnell

Aug 9, 2026

Kirk T. Gunnell returned to his Heavenly Father on August 9, 2026, after a battle with cancer. The reunion in heaven must have been wonderful as he stepped across the veil to see his family.

Kirk was born on January 9, 1959, in Pocatello, Idaho. He was the fourth child of Lewis and Mary Gunnell. He had three older siblings, Arlene,...

William Dale Kesner

William Dale Kesner

Aug 7, 2026

William Dale Kesner, 85, passed away on August 7, 2026.

A full obituary will appear here as information becomes available.

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Janell Kay Kaneaster

Janell Kay Kaneaster

Aug 7, 2026

Janell Kaneaster, a loving mother and grandmother, passed away on August 7, 2026. She was 74.

In her youth, Janell was active in the FFA and 4H and enjoyed working with horses. After a long career as an accountant in multiple industries, she retired to spend more time with family and the community. She was proud to serve as a part...

Carol Jean Wahl-Miller

Carol Jean Wahl-Miller

Aug 7, 2026

With heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well lived, we remember and celebrate the life of Carol Jean Wahl-Miller, who departed this world on August 7, 2026. Born in Burley, Idaho, on November 27, 1940, Carol cultivated a vibrant spirit and touched the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her during her remarkable 85 years.

Carol’s...

Thomas Malcom Steury

Thomas Malcom Steury

Aug 6, 2026

Thomas Malcom Steury, 84, of Twin Falls, Idaho passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026.

A full obituary will appear here as information becomes available.

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Charles Roger Yowell

Charles Roger Yowell

Aug 6, 2026

Charles "Bing" Yowell, 79, passed away on August 6, 2026.

A full obituary will appear here as information becomes available.

A Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday August 13, 2026 at University Bible Church (14700 North Philbin Road, Pocatello, ID) with a viewing starting at 10:00 a.m. Burial and Military Honors will take place at the Idaho Veteran's...

William Arthur Young

William Arthur Young

Aug 6, 2026

William Arthur Young, 62, passed away on August 6, 2026.

A full obituary will appear here as information becomes available.

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Bernadette Marie Roper

Bernadette Marie Roper

Aug 6, 2026

Bernadette Roper, 70, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2026, after a courageous five-year battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis, a disease for which she became a dedicated advocate. Born on September 26, 1955, Bernadette's most cherished role in life was that of a loving mother to her two beautiful children.

Throughout her career, Bernadette dedicated herself to helping others feel beautiful and...

Traehvon Devin Toreph

Traehvon Devin Toreph

Aug 5, 2026

Traehvon Devin Toreph, 13, of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, in Twin Falls, Idaho.

A Full obituary will be posted once it is available.

A Funeral Service will be held at 2 pm Saturday, September 6, 2026, at Wilks Funeral Home, 2551 Kimberly Road, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301.

Memories and condolences may be shared by visiting the Guestbook...

Mary Jane Norris

Mary Jane Norris

Aug 5, 2026

Mary Jane (Anderson) Norris, 87, of Twin Falls, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family after a short and courageous battle with cancer.

Mary was born on December 23, 1936, at home in Kimberly, Idaho, to Floyd and Babe Anderson. Mary was the second of three children with an older sister, Betty Prunty, and...

Jeffrey Lanier Houston

Jeffrey Lanier Houston

Aug 4, 2026

Jeffrey Lanier Houston, of McCammon, Idaho, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at age 70 after a prolonged battle with cancer. He was surrounded by family at Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello as he went to his Lord. 

Jeff was born on January 5, 1956, to his parents J. Russell Houston and S. Joan Houston and was the oldest of their...

Richard Newel Ryberg

Richard Newel Ryberg

Aug 4, 2026

Richard Newel Ryberg

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Newel Ryberg, who passed away surrounded by love on August 4, 2026, at the age of 79 in Pocatello, Idaho.

Richard died enroute to his family's summer cabin on Hebgen Lake, Montana — his most favorite place on earth.

He would often tell people how he only missed...

Louisa V. Sucher

Louisa V. Sucher

Aug 4, 2026

Louisa V. Sucher, 76, passed away on August 4th, 2026, in Twin Falls, Idaho. She was born on January 7th, 1950, in Tularosa, New Mexico, to Frank and Barbara Vigil.

Louisa spent her early years in Tularosa with her mother and brother until she met the love of her life- Lanny Ray Sucher. They were married on April 17th, 1971, and...