Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Chubbuck, Pocatello, and Twin Falls, Idaho.
Jared Matthew Peters
Dec 15, 2025
Jared Peters passed away suddenly on December 15, 2025, leaving behind a profound emptiness in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Jared was a loving father, devoted brother, cherished son, and a friend who could light up any room he entered. Known for his quick wit, infectious laugh, and unmistakable voice, Jared had a way of making people...
Terry Anita Hobson
Dec 14, 2025
Surrounded by the family she loved so deeply, we share that our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, Terry Anita Hobson, of Lava Hot Springs, Idaho, passed peacefully in her bed on December 14, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Throughout her journey, Terry displayed incredible courage and unwavering hope. She fought with determination and grace, inspiring...
Dianne Marie Birrell
Dec 13, 2025
Dianne Marie Birrell, 86, of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away on December 13, 2025, in the home that she loved, with her family and her faithful dog, Sassy, by her side. She was born February 2, 1939, in Murray, Utah, to John and Midge Cristobal.
Dianne graduated from Jerome High School and later from the Holy Cross Hospital School of Nursing,...
Donald Joseph Spiker
Dec 12, 2025
Donald Joseph Spiker was a steady presence – a man of quiet faith, hard work, and deep love for his family.
Born on February 12, 1952, in Pocatello, Idaho, Don was the youngest of nine children. From early on, he learned the value of perseverance, service, and loyalty – values that shaped the rest of his life. After high school, he...
David Edgar Bowser
Dec 11, 2025
David Edgar Bowser, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home in St George Utah on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the age of 93.
Born on April 6, 1932, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Mary Anna Sarah and Green Lossen Bowser, David grew up on a dairy farm where he developed a love for the...
William John Teller
Dec 11, 2025
William John Teller, age 89, passed away on December 11, 2025.
William was born in Twin Falls, Idaho on September 5, 1936 to John and Florence Teller. He was a longtime resident of American Falls, Idaho, where he built a life centered on hard work, faith, and family.
William graduated from ISU Technical College, where he developed his lifelong passion for being...
David Ralph Grigg
Dec 11, 2025
David “Ralph” Grigg, 82, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, from pulmonary fibrosis.
He was born on August 30, 1943, in Murphy, OK, the 8th of 9 children. The family moved west to Meridian, ID when he was 6 years old.
Ralph graduated from Nampa High School in 1961, then went to Boise State University for 2 years.
He was proud to...
Marian Devaney
Dec 11, 2025
The world shines a little less brightly with the passing of Marian Devaney, who left us on the morning of December 11, 2025, at the age of 66. Caring, compassionate, and endlessly giving, Marian devoted her life to the people she loved—and in doing so, she made the world a kinder, gentler place. All she ever wanted was to be...
Vincent J Scott Baker
Dec 10, 2025
Vincent J. Scott Baker, 56, of Pocatello, Idaho, passed away on December 10, 2025.
He was born on August 23, 1969, in Pocatello, Idaho.
Scott was a devoted father, husband, son, and friend whose life revolved around his family. He became a father at a young age when his son Michael was born. He later married Kerry Baker, and together they shared...
Delbert Laverne Bertsch
Dec 10, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce that our dear, sweet father, Delbert Laverne Bertsch, 92, died peacefully in his sleep on December 10, 2025, while surrounded by his family. Delbert was born in McIntosh, South Dakota on September 12, 1933, to Jacob and Katherine Bertsch. He was the youngest of nine children. His entire family moved to Paul,...
Alfred Wesley Holt
Dec 9, 2025
Alfred W. Holt passed away on December 9, 2025, after a valiant battle with lung cancer. Among those waiting for him were his identical twin brother, Allen and his greatest companion and friend, his little dog, Max.
Alfred was born on August 2, 1951, along with his twin brother Allen B. Holt. They joined the family of Allen W. Holt and...
William "Bill" Woodland
Dec 9, 2025
William Henry Woodland was born February 16, 1941 to James Henry and Edith Ione Walker Woodland, the youngest of five living children. He began his life in an incubator on a small, rural farm on Philbin Road. His mother diligently cared for her tiny son, and eventually he began to thrive and grow. She never let him forget that he...
Lois Jean Standley
Dec 8, 2025
Lois Jean Standley, 99, of Boise, Idaho, formerly from Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, in Boise, Idaho. Lois was born to Alton and Geraldine Williams on May 7, 1926, in Twin Falls, Idaho. Lois lived in Twin Falls for most of her life, but for the last 13 years, she has lived in Boise, Idaho,...
Juanita Mae Bailey
Dec 7, 2025
Juanita “Nita” Mae (Stone) Bailey, age 88, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, December 6, 2025. She was born on August 25, 1937 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to Howard and Norma Stone.
Juanita grew up in Idaho Falls, attending Idaho Falls High School and later Ricks College. She married David Melendez, with whom she welcomed...
Karl Emrud Holte
Dec 6, 2025
Karl E. Holte, 94, passed away December 6, 2025 in Pocatello, ID. He was born on a small farm in northwest Iowa near Graettinger to immigrant Norwegians, Karl J. Holte and Petra K. Hansen Holte. Dr. Holte was an Emeritus Professor of Botany and Emeritus Curator of the Ray J. Davis Herbarium at Idaho State University for 34 years officially...
Al Sher
Dec 6, 2025
Sher Alam ‘Al’ Sher, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on December 6, 2025. He died at home, of natural causes, surrounded by loved ones. Al was born on March 3, 1936 to Khan Mohammed Azam and Yaqoot Jan, In Kohat Pakistan. He spent his early years in Kohat with his mother, helping shape the compassionate, resilient, and...
Riley Kieth Jorgenson
Dec 5, 2025
Riley Kieth Jorgenson, 24, passed away on December 5, 2025, in Joint Base Lewis McChord, near Tacoma, Washington.
Riley honorably served our country in the United States Army as a Calvary Scout. He was currently also working as a corrections officer.
Riley loved spending time outdoors, whether it be hiking, fishing, camping, or hunting.
He was a quiet and reserved person but would...
John M. Collins
Dec 4, 2025
John M. Collins February 8, 1953 – December 4, 2025
John M. Collins, affectionately known as “Johnny,” age 72, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Heritage Assisted Living Center in Twin Falls, Idaho.
John was born on February 8, 1953, and was raised in Rupert, Idaho. He grew up surrounded by family and was deeply loved by...
Julie Ann Teodorovic
Dec 4, 2025
Julie Ann Lower, age 52, of Pocatello, Idaho, passed away unexpectedly on December 4, 2025, in the same city where she was born on November 27, 1973. From her earliest days, Julee moved through life with a bold spirit, a whimsical heart, and a fire that made her unforgettable.
Raised in Pocatello, she graduated from Highland High School before going on...
Shirley Lillian Beck
Dec 3, 2025
Shirley Ross Beck, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on December 3, 2025, in Aberdeen.
Born in Rupert, Idaho on July 7, 1938, Shirley was the youngest of four children to John and Lillian Ross.
Shirley enjoyed 87 full years of life, rich with family, faith, and fun. She loved playing softball, singing, water...
