Obituaries

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

Stephen Lamoni Muir, Jr.

Stephen Lamoni Muir, Jr.

Mar 20, 2026

Stephen Lamoni Muir, Jr., 87, peacefully passed away on March 20, 2026, surrounded by his five children, and returned home to that God who gave him life.

Stephen was born on September 16, 1938, in Chesterfield, Idaho, to Stephen Lamoni Muir and Mona Dee Burton. He grew up alongside five siblings and spent his early years in Lava Hot Springs, Blackfoot,...

Elizabeth "Betsy" B. Stoll

Elizabeth "Betsy" B. Stoll

Mar 20, 2026

Elizabeth "Betsy" B. Stoll, 80, of Hailey, Idaho, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026, at her brother's home in Ketchum, Idaho. 

WITH SINCERE GRATITUDE by Betsy B. Stoll

I've lived in Wood River Valley since 1969. I am so grateful for all the special people who have made my life here so incredibly wonderful. There is no better place to live...

Shane Cutler

Shane Cutler

Mar 20, 2026

Shane R. Cutler 51, passed away in a fatal car accident on March 20, 2026. Born April 04, 1974 in Pocatello, Idaho to Gene & Phylis Cutler. They lived on Ballard Rd for a few years until they built and moved into a house on Morgan Rd. He attended Tyhee, Hawthorne, and Highland High School. Shane was the kindest soul...

Oscar M. Christopherson

Oscar M. Christopherson

Mar 19, 2026

Oscar Matthew Christopherson, age 87, passed on March 19, 2026.

Before my father passed, I talked with him, “So Dad, a lot of people are writing their own obituaries. Do you think you’d like me to help you do that?” “No. Why in the world would I want to do that?” Little did I know that he had essentially done so...

Gabriel Timothy Winters

Gabriel Timothy Winters

Mar 17, 2026

Gabriel Timothy Winters, 49, died at his home in Pocatello, ID on March 17, 2026. After 3 years of trying to kick cancer’s ass, cancer won and the world lost a truly great human.

Gabe was born on April 20, 1976 in Nampa, ID to Timothy Winters and Linda Dewitt. Gabe was a lifelong Idaho resident and loyal Idaho Vandals fan....

Marlene Neick Wallerstedt

Marlene Neick Wallerstedt

Mar 16, 2026

Marlene led a life marked by artistic expression, musical passion, and deep dedication to her family and community.

Marlene’s life was enriched by her exceptional talents in the arts. Throughout much of her life, she was known as a gifted artist, skillfully working in charcoal and ceramics. Music was another profound part of her identity; she was not only a passionate...

Sheila Ann Taylor

Sheila Ann Taylor

Mar 16, 2026

Sheila Ann Taylor of Nampa, Idaho, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026, surrounded by family.

Sheila Ann Taylor (Egbert) was born on June 20, 1933, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Joseph Robert and Anna Marie Egbert. She was 4th of 8 children and found much joy and lasting friendships with her siblings. She graduated from Pocatello High School in 1951.

She married...

Carol Ann Black

Carol Ann Black

Mar 15, 2026

Carol Ann Black, 83, of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in Twin Falls, Idaho.

Carol was a florist, bringing joy through simple flowers. She was an elementary school librarian who loved stories and the power of words. And she was a homemaker in the truest sense; creating a place where everyone felt safe, welcomed, and loved.

Her...

Gary Neil Blanchard

Gary Neil Blanchard

Mar 15, 2026

Gary Neil Blanchard, 87, passed away on March 15, 2026.

Gary was born July 5, 1938, in Rexburg, Idaho, to Wallace Blanchard and Gladys Cottrell. He was the youngest of four surviving children. His siblings were Jack Blanchard, Joy Hulet, and Nancy Grisamer.

He graduated from Teton High School and went on to begin his life’s work.

As a young adult in the...

Theo John Bell

Theo John Bell

Mar 15, 2026

T. Johnny Bell, 87, passed away on March 15, 2026.

T. Johnny Bell was born in April of 1938 in Mink Creek, Idaho, to Theo James and Edith Bell. He spent most of his youth in Preston on a family farm, where he learned how to work hard. Early on, he developed a great love of horses and of playing the...

Douglas Wayne Gushwa

Douglas Wayne Gushwa

Mar 15, 2026

Douglas Wayne Gushwa, 74, passed away on March 15, 2026.

He was born on February 13, 1952, in Jamestown, North Dakota. He grew up on a farm southwest of Jamestown. He graduated from Jamestown High School, then attended NDSU in Fargo, North Dakota. He then attended Illinois College of Optometry.

Douglas married Gail Hogden in 1973. They spent over 50 years together...

Carol Ann Ashley

Carol Ann Ashley

Mar 14, 2026

Carol Ann Ashley, 69, passed away, March 14, 2026.

Carol was born July 26, 1956 in Jerome, Idaho to Rulon Anderson and Mary Evelyn Elizabeth Hess Anderson.

Carol is survived by her children, Amanda DeGrat, Leasha Diosdado, and Robert W. DeGrat.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Evelyn Anderson and Rulon Anderson, and brother, Darryl Anderson.

A viewing will be held from...

Edward Firebaugh

Edward Firebaugh

Mar 14, 2026

Our loving husband, father, stepfather, and grandfather passed away on March 14, 2026, at the age of 100 years.

Ed was born on January 12, 1926, in Glenns Ferry, Idaho to George Firebaugh and Emily Durfee Firebaugh. He grew up on the family farm and went to school in Shoshone, Idaho and Glenns Ferry, Idaho. He played football in high school...

Terry Douglas Stalder

Terry Douglas Stalder

Mar 14, 2026

Terry Douglas Stalder, 73, of Pocatello, Idaho, passed away on March 14, 2026, after a short illness.

Terry was born on June 19, 1952, in Pocatello, Idaho, where he was raised and spent most of his life. He attended Tendoy Elementary, Alameda Junior High, and graduated from Highland High School in 1971. During his childhood, Terry had the unique opportunity to...

Ralph William Johnson

Ralph William Johnson

Mar 13, 2026

Ralph Johnson, passed away on March 13, 2026.

Ralph was born on July 19, 1951 to Harry and Margaret Johnson. He loved Washington state and was a long time resident. He married the love of his life, Judie Johnson on August 9, 1989 in Fortuna, CA. And then moved to Pocatello, Idaho in 2003.

Ralph was an avid fisherman and enjoyed spending...

Carolyn J. Hopwood

Carolyn J. Hopwood

Mar 13, 2026

Carolyn June Hopwood, 82, of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully at home on March 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and her beloved dog, Sissey.

Carolyn was born on January 27, 1944, in Lawrence, Nebraska to Clarence and Velma Bencken. She grew up feeling deeply loved by her parents and looked up to her older brother, Richard, who always...

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...