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Kathryn "Kathy" Ann Walton

Kathryn "Kathy" Ann Walton

Mar 12, 2026

Kathryn “Kathy” Ann Walton, 66, of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away on March 12, 2026, in Kimberly, Idaho.

Kathryn, affectionately known as Kathy, was born in Twin Falls, Idaho, to parents Jack and Betty Walton. She was known for her intelligence and creativity. She was a talented artist, loved playing the piano, and was a straight-A student as well as a...

Meranda Mae Jablonski

Meranda Mae Jablonski

Mar 12, 2026

Meranda “Randee” Ruff Jablonski, 76, passed peacefully on Thursday, March 12, 2026, into the loving presence of her Savior and Lord, and into the joyful embrace of family members and friends who preceded her.

Randee was born April 12, 1949, in American Falls to Albert and Erna Stuber Ruff. She spent her early school years in Aberdeen and later attended high...

Esther VanWart

Esther VanWart

Mar 12, 2026

Esther Martin VanWart, 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by those she loved on March 12, 2026, in Pocatello, Idaho.

Esther was born on September 19, 1953, in Selma, Alabama, to Richard Martin Sr. and his wife Mercedes De La Rosa. She lived a life marked by service, faith, and deep love for her family and community.

She was preceded in death by...

Pearl Anne Peterson

Pearl Anne Peterson

Mar 9, 2026

Pearl Anne Peterson, born on March 31, 1953, in Caldwell, Idaho, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026, in Twin Falls, Idaho. Surrounded by her family during her final moments, Pearl's life was filled with love, hard work, and a deep appreciation for both the simple and joyful things that life offered.

Pearl demonstrated a strong work ethic throughout her career...

Delano Joseph Donajkowski

Delano Joseph Donajkowski

Mar 8, 2026

Delano Joseph Donajkowski, 84, passed away on March 8, 2026.

A full obituary will appear here as information becomes available.

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Alan Bruce Croxall

Alan Bruce Croxall

Mar 7, 2026

On the evening of March 7, 2026, Alan Bruce Croxall passed into the arms of his Heavenly Father where he was reunited with his loving wife, Edi, who preceded him in death.

Born in Pocatello, Idaho on December 16, 1947, Bruce was the second of five children born to Lynn Horrocks Croxall and Phyllis Jean (Bloom) Croxall. Throughout his childhood, he...

Jeffrey J Rowe

Jeffrey J Rowe

Mar 6, 2026

Jeffrey J. Rowe, 41, beloved son of Calvin and Jeanine Rowe of Chubbuck, Idaho, passed away on March 6, 2026. 

Jeff was born in Pocatello, Idaho, on July 3, 1984. He attended Chubbuck Elementary and Hawthorne Jr. High, and graduated from Highland High School in 2002. In 2023, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Applied Business Management from BYU-Idaho. 

Jeff worked for...

Mary Jane Wheelock

Mary Jane Wheelock

Mar 6, 2026

Mary Jane Brown Wheelock was born on April 5, 1950, to Betty Jean Cates and Mertin Leroy Brown in Fort Hall, Idaho, where she lived until 1962. Then her family moved to Tyhee.

Mary spent her childhood on the Reservation with her grandparents and enjoyed every minute.

On March 4, 1970, she married Dennis Boyd Wheelock. They were the love of each...

Michael Wilson Jr.

Michael Wilson Jr.

Mar 5, 2026

Michael Wilson Jr., age 59, passed away on March 5, 2026. Though he spent his later years in Twin Falls, Idaho, he was born in Fresno, California, and always felt that his true home was in Big Spring, Texas.

Michael was first and foremost a devoted husband, father, and proud “Papa.” He and his wife, Michelle Wilson, would have celebrated 30...

William Carrol

William Carrol

Mar 4, 2026

The sun rose on January 23, 1943, to Cater and Osie Carroll, welcoming into the world a man who would live a life defined by faith, service, generosity, and deep love for his family.

William “Bill” Carroll, Sr. attended Pocatello High School and, in May 1961, proudly joined the United States Air Force, where he honorably served his country. During his...

Margaret "Peggy" P. Dean

Margaret "Peggy" P. Dean

Mar 4, 2026

Margaret "Peggy" P. Dean, 85, of Ketchum, Idaho, passed away on March 4, 2026, at her home in Ketchum, Idaho.

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John Calvin Williams

John Calvin Williams

Mar 4, 2026

John Calvin Williams, 79, passed away on March 4, 2026.

John C. Williams was born on May 27, 1946, in Forkland, Alabama, to the late Howard Williams and Leona Williams. He passed away surrounded by the love and memories of family and friends who meant so much to him.

At an early age, John experienced the loss of both his mother and...

Christine Nicole Wright

Christine Nicole Wright

Mar 3, 2026

Christine Nicole Wright, 45, passed away on March 3, 2026.

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Robin Mary Benson

Robin Mary Benson

Mar 3, 2026

Robin Mary Benson, 55, passed away on March 3, 2026.

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Mass will be held at 12:00 pm on Friday, March 13, 2026 at St.Joseph Chapel, 439 N Hayes Avenue, Pocatello, ID.  A graveside service will follow at Mountain View Cemetery, 1520 S 5th Avenue, Pocatello, ID.

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Karla J. Haskins

Karla J. Haskins

Mar 3, 2026

Karla Jean Haskins, 82, of Twin Falls, Idaho, went to her eternal rest on March 3, 2026, in Twin Falls, Idaho. Karla was born on September 12, 1943, at Twin Falls, Idaho to Elizabeth “Beth” (Bankhead) and Frank Hafer. She is preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Cecil “Ray” Haskins, and she passed just five days before...

Dale Elwin Larsen

Dale Elwin Larsen

Mar 2, 2026

Dale Elwin Larsen, 87, passed away on March 2, 2026.

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Debora Louise Sage

Debora Louise Sage

Mar 2, 2026

Debora Louise Sage passed away on March 2, 2026, in Pocatello, Idaho, after a courageous 11-year battle with cancer. She was 69 years old.

Debora was born on February 23, 1957, in Kennewick, Washington, to Le Roy and Emma Jean Butts. From the beginning, she carried a light that drew people to her. A true Southern belle at heart, Debora loved...

Lorie L. Ellis

Lorie L. Ellis

Mar 1, 2026

Lorie L. Ellis, 57, of Kimberly, Idaho, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at her home in Kimberly, Idaho. Lorie was born on April 23, 1968, in Twin Falls, Idaho, to Jacque Pierce and Melvin Van Buren.

Lorie was raised in Twin Falls and graduated from Twin Falls High School in 1986. She then followed the calling of her nurturing...

Otto Doneal Higbee

Otto Doneal Higbee

Mar 1, 2026

Otto "Doneal" Higbee, 73, passed away on March 1, 2026. He was born on February 6, 1953 to Otto Jean Higbee and MerLynn Anderson.

Doneal will be fondly remembered by his friends and neighbors.

Doneal had a deep love for his pets, especially his two dogs, Mini Pooh and Freckles. An avid fisherman, he greatly enjoyed spending time outdoors. One of his...

Melinda Sue England

Melinda Sue England

Mar 1, 2026

Melinda Sue England, 66, passed away on March 1, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and quiet strength that will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her.Melinda was, at her core, love. She loved people deeply and generously, and she carried a tender affection for animals, especially anything with fur that purred. Her...