Obituaries

May 30, 2019

Denzil (Denny) Hubbard Hillebrant, 83, passed away on Thurs. May 30, 2019. Denny was born September 8, 1935 in Pocatello, Idaho and was raised by his mother Mildred Julia Hubbard Hillebrant and father Tidal Oliver Hillebrant. He grew up in downtown Pocatello on Arthur Street, attending local schools. In 1954 he married Merrilyn Dawn Briscoe and left to serve in...

May 30, 2019

Matt Terrys laugh was contagious. Theres not a single person who heard it that didnt want to laugh along with him. While there are many things Matt will be remembered for, the sound of his laughter will never be forgotten as it is carried in the hearts of all who loved him. Matt Terry passed away on May 30, 2019...

May 29, 2019

Roxie Ann Hancock Wilson, peacefully returned home to her Heavenly Father and other loving family members on May 29, 2019. She left this earth surrounded by loving family members.Roxie was born on September 29, 1947 to Dale D. and Mary Jean Hancock in Rigby, Idaho. The family later moved to Pocatello. She married Bruce Wilson on August 26, 1966 in...

May 28, 2019

Shirley L. Edwards, 82, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 in Pocatello, Idaho.A graveside service will be held in her honor at 2:00 pm at the Mountain View Cemetery, 1520 S. 5th Avenue, Pocatello, Idaho, on Monday, June 3rd. A viewing will also be held on Monday starting at 12:30 pm at Wilks Funeral Home, 211 W. Chubbuck...

May 27, 2019

Richard Steven Mayne, 58, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2019 at a local hospital of natural causes. He was born on August 11, 1960 in Pocatello, Idaho, son of Jack K Mayne and Bernice Burnham Mayne, the third of four sons. He graduated from Pocatello High School and later earned an associate's degree in Aquaculture from the College of...

May 27, 2019

James Coolen, of Pocatello, passed away on May 27, 2019.Honoring his wishes, he will be cremated under the care of Wilks Funeral Home. No services will be held.

May 27, 2019

Douglas K. Patterson, of Pocatello, passed away on May 27, 2019. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Information will be posted here as it becomes available.Memories and condolences may be shared with the family under the "Tribute Wall" tab above.

May 25, 2019

Elwin Smith, 88, of Pocatello returned to his Heavenly Father May 25, 2019. He was born to David LaMont Smith and Martha May Lusk on March 8, 1931. The oldest of five children, he was raised in Sugar City, Idaho and graduated from Sugar-Salem High in 1950. Elwin attended Ricks Academy in Rexburg, Idaho before serving a mission to the...

May 23, 2019

Jake Thomas Gunchick, 31, passed away May 23, 2019. Jake was born June 27, 1987 in Blair, Nebraska. Jake graduated from Blair High School, and continued his education at the University of Nebraska Omaha, and Metropolitan Community College. Jake is survived by his father, Daniel L. Gunchick, his daughter Micah, many aunts and uncles, and close friends from across the...

May 20, 2019

Coralie G. Toone Duncan, 61, passed Monday, May 20, 2019 in Utah. She was born February 4, 1958, to Byron and Bonnie Toone in Pocatello, Idaho. Coralie was the 4th of 6 children with older brothers, Cary and Randy and older sister, Nann. She was the big sister to Burkam and Craig. As a little girl "Coral" was a cute...

May 19, 2019

Michael Richard Leigh, 34, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2019 in Pocatello, Idaho at his residence. He was born on July 2, 1984 in Portland, Oregon to Judy Stedtfeld Leigh. As a young boy Michael enjoyed camping, fishing and riding his dirt bike with his family. His older brother, Jesse, was his best friend. Mike and Jesse loved traveling...

May 19, 2019

May 19, 2019

Jenna Marie Carpenter was born to Richard and Carol Gibson on October 19th, 1992 and passed away unexpectedly on May 19th, 2019, from complications of a devastating stroke.Jenna was born in Pocatello Idaho at Bannock Regional Medical Center and attended multiple local schools, including Tendoy Elementary, Franklin Middle School, and Pocatello High School, where she graduated in 2011, and received...

May 19, 2019

Debbie Leavitt, 54, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at a local medical center. There will be no services held at this time. No services to be held Tyhee Stake Building 12146 Tyhee Rd. Corner of Tyhee and Moonglow Rd. Pocatello Idaho 83202

May 17, 2019

Vena LaRose Burgin, 81, lifelong resident of Lava Hot Springs, ID, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2019, surrounded by her family.Vena was born in Lava, on July 30, 1937, second daughter of Edward and Rozell "Rose" Roberts. She married Marshall Nelson Burgin on September 1st, 1956. They enjoyed 62 years of marriage and raised four wonderful children together. Vena...

May 16, 2019

Dixie Kae Hardman-Larkin, 77, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on Thursday, May 16, 2019.Dixie was born March 4, 1942, in Logan, Utah. She spent her summers in Arbon Valley, Idaho harvesting wheat on their family farm. Her winter months were spent in Pocatello, Idaho where she attended Pocatello High School. She danced with the Indainettes which...

May 15, 2019

Mary Donette Cranor, 71, of Chubbuck, passed away on May 15, 2019.A memorial mass will be held in her honor at 10:00 AM on Saturday, May 18, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 459 N. Hayes, Pocatello, Idaho. Burial will follow in the Mountain View Cemetery.A full obituary will appear here as it becomes available. Memories and condolences may be shared...

May 14, 2019

Melvin Floyd Solomon Jr., our wonderful, loving dad, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to all, passed away May 14, 2019. He was 85 years old. He was born on November 1, 1933 to Melvin Floyd Solomon Sr. and Pearl Romriell Solomon. He was the oldest of 5 children. Mel lived in Inkom, Idaho all of his life. He graduated from...

May 14, 2019

Jimmie "Jim" Charles Siler, 65 of Blackfoot, Idaho passed away, Tuesday May 14, 2019. Jim was born January 29, 1954 in Pocatello, Idaho to Jess and Joan (Getty) Siler. He graduated from Highland High School in 1972. On November 28, 1975 he married Carla Clark of Pocatello, ID. He worked as a Union Pipefitter out of Local 648 Pocatello Idaho...

May 13, 2019

Mavis Jean Facer, 70, died on Monday, the 13th of May, 2019, after a brief illness. She died at her home in Lava Hot Springs with her family at her side. She is the mother of Jennifer Lynn (Kenneth) Brown, Jeri Ann (James) Scalise, and John Wendell (Jessica) Facer. Mavis was the widow of Jerry Lee Facer. She is the...