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Local Obituaries for Chubbuck, Idaho & Pocatello, Idaho in Bannock County.
Janeal F. Sparks
Jun 22, 2025
Janeal Forsberg Sparks passed away June 22, 2025 at her home.
Janeal was born June 14, 1938, the 3rd child of George Henning Forsberg, and Irene Udy Forsberg, in Tremonton, Utah. She grew up in Riverside, Utah surrounded by a close knit community of family and friends. She graduated from Bear River High School in 1956 where she participated as a...
Adam J. Anderson
Jun 20, 2025
Adam Jason Anderson, 58, passed away June 20, 2025. He was born June 19, 1967, in Pocatello, Idaho to Neddie J Anderson and Ellen LaJune Pay. He had three children, Katie, Wyatt, and Bailey, from his first marriage. He married the love of his life, Angela Babb, on December 30, 2014, and they were sealed in the Logan temple on...
Belinda A. Leal
Jun 19, 2025
Belinda Ann Leal, born on August 18, 1954, in Corpus Christi, Texas, passed away on June 19, 2025 in Idaho Falls, Idaho. She was 70 years old.
A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, she served her country honorably from 1974-1978, achieving the rank of Sergeant. After her military service, she pursued her education at Del Mar College in...
Daniel J. Ellsworth
Jun 18, 2025
Daniel J. Ellsworth, born May 15, 1983, passed away, June 18, 2025 at his Aunt Lindsay’s house in Chubbuck, ID.
Daniel loved to go camping with his foster family and best friends, Bradly Hall, Scott Miller, and Adam Steed.
He is survived by his daughter, Avery Ellsworth; grandmother, Connie Grover; sister, Mindi McKee; brother, Trent Ellsworth; sister, Maria (Guy) Lowery; and his...
Norman Shorts
Jun 18, 2025
Norman Wesely Shorts, 97, of Pocatello, Idaho, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025, at the Idaho State Veterans Home, leaving behind a legacy of service, resilience, and quiet devotion that spanned nearly a century.
Born feet first on June 11, 1928, in Lima, Ohio, Norman was of Dutch and English descent and lived a life rich in purpose. By age...
John Robert Wellard
Jun 18, 2025
John Robert Wellard passed away peacefully at home on June 18, 2025 surrounded by those who loved him.
He was born the second son of six siblings to James (Bob) Wellard and Elizabeth (Betty) Wellard. He graduated from Pocatello High School in 1966, and received an Associates degree in Law Enforcement from Idaho State University in 1969.
He married Jeness Kruse in...
Rosemarie Fehringer
Jun 16, 2025
Rosemarie (Bierman) Fehringer died peacefully in her sleep on June 16, 2025. Rosemarie was born on December 9, 1933, to her parents Ralph Maxwell Moore and Margaret (Sutton) Moore in St. Johns Newfoundland, Canada. Rosemarie grew up in Buchans, Newfoundland in a small mining town where her father was a businessman. Growing up, Rosemarie enjoyed participating in a wide range...
Malcolm W. Pope
Jun 15, 2025
Malcolm Wendell Pope, age 63, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025, in Pocatello, Idaho, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson's and dementia.
Malcolm was born on October 25, 1961, in Logan, Utah. He spent the majority of his life between Utah and Idaho, where he built a career and a family that brought him deep joy and fulfillment....
Joyce S. Hofhine
Jun 12, 2025
Joyce Hofhine: A Life Remembered
Joyce Hofhine, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2025, at the remarkable age of 96. Born on March 20, 1929, in Downey, Idaho. Raised in Bancroft, Idaho, Joyce was the cherished daughter of Arves and Eve Christensen.
Joyce lived a life full of joy, kindness, and unwavering dedication to her family....
Walter Johnson Jr.
Jun 12, 2025
I went in the United States Air Force on 8 August 1957. Retired 1 March 1978.
I was stationed in the Philippines, Korea, Okinawa twice, and three tours in Vietnam. Numerous bases in the United States.
I have 2 daughters, Shannon and Tonya. They blessed me with 5 grandchildren and great-grand children.
I love to dance, gamble, and make people laugh.
Oh, did I...
Ernest "Ernie" Raymond Long
Jun 12, 2025
Ernest “Ernie” Raymond Long, 67, passed away at Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello, Idaho, on June 12, 2025.
Ernie was born to Harold Raymond Long and LaVenna Rae Brangham Long in Pocatello, Idaho on July 26, 1957. He had five sisters and two half-brothers.
Ernie grew up in Lava Hot Springs, graduating from Marsh Valley High School in 1976. He spent a...
Ellen Rice
Jun 10, 2025
Ellen Mae Rice, 88, of Pocatello, Idaho, passed away on June 10, 2025, after a courageous battle with leukemia. She was born on June 26, 1936, in Kimball, Idaho, the daughter of Elvin Charles “Bob” and Barbara Ellen “Nellie” Mecham.
Ellen grew up in a two-bedroom home on the Fort Hall Reservation with her 10 siblings. She married Dee Rice in...
Johnny "John" L. Hayden
Jun 9, 2025
Johnny "John" Larry Hayden, 82, passed away on June 9, 2025.
John loved all animals and if you wish, in lieu of flowers, please consider donating to an animal shelter of your choice.
Memories and condolences may be shared using the guestbook below.
Sydelle Zoriah Jacob
Jun 9, 2025
Sydelle Zoriah Jacob passed away June 9, 2025. Sydelle was surrounded by her family during her passing.
She was born August 15, 1995 to Darian “Ish” Jacob and Jennifer Oresco in Pocatello Idaho.
Sydelle was the most caring and compassionate person, she was the one you could lean on. She was the first born and she cared about all of her younger...
Kelly D. Williams
Jun 8, 2025
On June 8, 2025, Kelly Don Williams reached the top of his stairway and took his final step as a mortal. He was born on September 11, 1965, to Carol Lundquist and Gerald Williams.
Kelly was raised and educated in Pocatello, Idaho. He graduated from Pocatello High School in 1983.
He fathered three children and raised four more.
Kelly married Kathryn on April...
Arnell Jepsen
Jun 8, 2025
Elden Arnell Jepsen, 81, of Pocatello, Idaho, died June 8, 2025 at Quinn Meadows Rehabilitation and Care Center of natural causes.
He was born on April 24, 1944 in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Elden and Roberta Jepsen. On November 12, 1971, he married Marilyn Eslinger Ihler.
Arnell had many self-taught skills, making him a very qualified handy man as it seems...
Zachariah Simons Jr.
Jun 7, 2025
Zachariah David Simons Jr., beloved father, partner, son, brother, grandson, cousin, nephew, friend, and adventurer, passed away leaving behind a legacy of curiosity, compassion, and hands-on dedication to everything he touched.
Born on August 20, 1997, to Dama Shroll and Zachariah Simons Sr., Zach was a spirited child who never stopped exploring. From a young age, he challenged limits, questioned boundaries,...
Steven D. Clark
Jun 7, 2025
Steven Dennis Clark, former resident of Burley and Pocatello, ID, and Overton, NV., passed away at the age of 77, on June 7, 2025, at his home in Chubbuck surrounded by family.
Steven was born July 29th, 1947 at the former Cottage Hospital in Burley, ID being the third child of nine born to Elizabeth Hanks and Alma Card Clark.
He was...
James Emery
Jun 1, 2025
James Emery, 87, passed away on June 1, 2025.
A viewing will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, June 9, 2025 at Wilks Funeral Home, 211 W Chubbuck Road, Chubbuck, ID.
Memories and condolences may be shared by visiting the Guestbook below.
Sarah G Cole
Jun 1, 2025
Sarah G Cole, 85, passed away on June 1, 2025. Sarah, known to her friends and family as Sadie, was born on December 4, 1939 in Edinburgh, Scotland to William and Sarah Gillan.
Just Three months and 3 days before Sadie was born Nazi Germany invaded Poland. With WWII setting the stage for the early foundational years of her life experience...
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