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

John Andrew Welhan

John Andrew Welhan

Nov 24, 2019

John Andrew Welhan, son of Daniel and Anne Welhan, was born on Aug. 24, 1950, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. As a child he enjoyed fishing and camping trips. His parents wanted him to become a dentist, but he was drawn to the wonders of the great outdoors and discovered a life-long passion for geology. John completed his education at Univ....

John H. Shobe

John H. Shobe

Nov 24, 2019

John Harold Shobe, 91, of Hansen passed from this life on Sunday, November 24th at North Canyon Medical Center in Gooding surrounded by family and friends. He was born November 22, 1928 at Twin Falls, the only son of Harold and Martha (Stanger) Shobe.  He attended the old country Bickel grade school riding horseback several miles from home to school. ...

Mayson Chance Martinez

Mayson Chance Martinez

Nov 23, 2019

On Saturday, November 23rd, 2019, Mayson Chance Martinez, loving son, brother, and friend, passed away in an auto accident near Mtn. Home, ID.  Mayson was born on December 12th, 2001 in Burley, ID.  He was raised by Leslie & Jamin Wills, along with Jimmy & Heather Martinez.  Mayson was currently a senior at Filer High School and was passionate about...

Matthew James Krantz

Matthew James Krantz

Nov 22, 2019

Matthew James Krantz, 48, passed away from a lingering illness on November 22, 2019.A complete obituary will be posted here as it becomes available.Memories and condolences may be shared with his family under the "Tribute Wall" tab above.

Joseph B. Ballard

Joseph B. Ballard

Nov 22, 2019

Joseph Blaine Ballard was born and grew up in Pocatello, Idaho. He came into this this mortal existence bright eyed and ready to go. Even as a brand new infant, he would raise his head up and look around. As a baby he was famous for his spiky hair, tummy crunches and giggles. Joseph started school at Washington Elementary and...

Clifford C Amundsen

Clifford C Amundsen

Nov 22, 2019

Clifford C. Amundsen passed away after a short illness at St. Luke’s Hospital on Nov. 22, 2019.  Clif was born Dec. 21, 1933, in Norwalk, CT, to Mildred and Elmer Amundsen.  He graduated from Pocatello High School in 1951.  He received his undergraduate degree from Idaho State University in 1961, and his PhD from the University of Colorado in 1967.   ...

Shirley R. Hunziker

Shirley R. Hunziker

Nov 21, 2019

Our classy, feisty mom, Shirley R. Hunziker was reunited with our wonderful dad on November 21, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. Shirley was born on January 22, 1938 in Pocatello, Idaho. She was the youngest of three children born to Alfred W. and Ruth M. Kynaston. She attended Pocatello High School and then attended ISU where she received her...

Anna Juanita Howarter

Anna Juanita Howarter

Nov 21, 2019

Anna J. Howarter, 87, passed away in her Pocatello home on November 21, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.Anna was born in Clarkridge Arkansas on August 17, 1932 to Myrtle Ann Crawford and Odaus Fitzpatrick.Anna had a passion for baking, canning, and sewing crafts. Above all else, she enjoyed spending time with her family.She is survived by her children Sandy...

Richard Benge

Richard Benge

Nov 21, 2019

Richard Eugene Benge was born May 26, 1943 in Richmond, KY. To Albert and Etta Benge jr.  He was the eldest to 6 sisters. He joined the Air Force in 1962, where he was married and had 3 children. He did one tour to Vietnam where he was an electronic/ radar instructor until he retired in 1982 in Las Vegas...

Norma H. Worth

Norma H. Worth

Nov 20, 2019

Norma Helen Haney Worth was born March 11, 1921 in Greenville, South Carolina to Albert Jason and Lessie Annette Welch Haney. She had two brothers, Albert and James. She attended schools in Pocatello and graduated from Pocatello Sr. High in 1939. While growing up, she enjoyed visiting with extended family members, especially summer visits to her Aunt and Uncle, Willard...

Deborah R. Akin Mitchell

Deborah R. Akin Mitchell

Nov 20, 2019

Deborah Rebecca Akin Mitchell age 66 of Twin Falls, ID passed away peacefully in her home from complications of Lupus on November 20, 2019. Deborah was born in Loma Linda, CA. on June 25, 1953 to Joseph and Hazel (Newby) Akin (later known as Erica Van Wells).  Deborah was the youngest of five children: Ronald, Jerald, James, Darris (later known...

Coral Jo McAdams

Coral Jo McAdams

Nov 17, 2019

beloved wife, nurturing mother and grandmother, dependable friend and inspiring teacher -- went to her reward on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019. Coral courageously battled liver cancer for six months and never wavered in her fight, pressing on with the determination she exhibited throughout her life.   Coral was born Oct. 17, 1946 in Buhl, Idaho, to parents Edwin and Echo Dalos....

Donald "Don" Rahe

Donald "Don" Rahe

Nov 17, 2019

Donald Louis Rahe peacefully entered heaven in the morning hours of November 17, 2019.  He was born on March 4, 1931, to Louis and Ida Rahe in Aurora, Indiana. There he was raised with his older brother and younger sister. He completed most of his early education at St. John Lutheran School in two classrooms with four grades in each...

Andrew Marcus Witcher

Andrew Marcus Witcher

Nov 15, 2019

Baby Andrew Jr. surprised us when he came into this world on January 29th, 2018. He was the best surprise anyone could have asked for. He had beautiful eyes and a smile that could brighten anyone's day. He was born in Pocatello, ID to his Daddy Andrew M. Witcher and his Mommy, Ashley N. Omans. He loved hanging out with...

Richard Lee Huffman

Richard Lee Huffman

Nov 14, 2019

Richard Lee Huffman, 68, passed away on November 14, 2019.Ricky was born on February 22, 1951 to Bud Huffman and Betty Hildebrant. He is survived by his sisters Linda Digre and Debbie Thomas, as well as many friends.A celebration of life will be held in his honor at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at Wilks Funeral Home, 211...

Lamonte "Boyd" Hyde

Lamonte "Boyd" Hyde

Nov 14, 2019

LaMonte Boyd Hyde Boyd Hyde, 77, of Pocatello, passed away November 14, 2019 at home after a struggle with cancer and heart issues. The first of 9 children, Boyd was born in Fresno, California November 1, 1942 to LaMonte B and Mima Simmonds Hyde. He attended school in Tooele, Utah and Preston, Idaho. Boyd served two years in the Navy,...

Denise C. Marcel

Denise C. Marcel

Nov 12, 2019

Denise C. Marcel, 66, died of pneumonia the morning of November 12th after a long battle with Rheumatoid Arthritis and associated liver problems.Denise was born June 17, 1953 in St. Paul, Minnesota to Bernice and Herschel Pepin.While working as a Vista, she met Doug Magee in Twin Falls, Idaho. They became partners January 13, 1980 and spent the next 39...

Marshall Nelson Burgin

Marshall Nelson Burgin

Nov 12, 2019

Marshall Nelson Burgin, 86, Lava Hot Springs, ID, passed away on November 12, 2019, in his home, surrounded by family.Marshall was born in Blackfoot, Idaho, on August 1, 1933, the second of seven children, to Paul and Deaun Burgin. The family moved to Lava Hot Springs in 1946, where he met and married the love of his life Vena Roberts....

Debra England

Debra England

Nov 12, 2019

Debra England, 68, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2019 in Pocatello, Idaho after a brief illness. Debra was born on June 2, 1951 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to Miles Sumner and Ilene Bright England. She was the 4th of 10 children. Deb grew up in Pocatello, graduated from Highland High School, and then from ISU College of Technology in...

Kendall Kit Rice

Kendall Kit Rice

Nov 11, 2019

Kendall Kit Rice, infant daughter of Natalie and Josh Rice was born silently on Monday, November 11, 2019. Kendall is survived by her brothers; Lakai, Keenan and her sister, Kalli.Private graveside services will be held at a later date.Condolences may be shared with the family under the "Tribute Wall" tab above.