Obituaries
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Local Obituaries for Chubbuck, Pocatello, and Twin Falls, Idaho.
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...
Cristian Noe Mendivil
Jun 17, 2025
Cristian Noe Mendivil was born on December 12, 1994, to Noe and Hilda Mendivil. He spent his early childhood in Buhl, Idaho, alongside his siblings Esteban and Martha. After the loss of their father, the family moved to Hagerman, where Cristian continued to grow up surrounded by family. As the years went on, the family grew with the arrival of...
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....
Dylan Michael Kimmett
Jun 12, 2025
Dylan Michael Kimmett, age 18, laid down his armor and slipped away on June 12, 2025, after a successful life in being unknowable.
Dylan was not your average mortal. Born on December 4, 2006, under a mysterious alignment of stars, he entered the world silently judging everyone—until he learned to talk. After that, he just said it. And never really stopped.
He...
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...
Terry Hollifield
Jun 9, 2025
Terry Hollifield, a beloved figure in the community and an esteemed member of the agricultural world, passed away on June 9, 2025, at his farm in Hansen, Idaho. He was born on October 5, 1947, in Twin Falls, Idaho, to Clarence and Helen Hollifield. He loved his upbringing on the family farm and raised pigs, sheep and many other entrepreneurial...
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...
Bill Bonnichsen
Jun 7, 2025
Bill Bonnichsen, 87, of Moscow, Idaho, formerly of Filer, Idaho, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Services will be announced at a later date.
A full obituary will be posted here when it becomes available.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family in the guestbook section below.
Peter McCluney
Jun 4, 2025
Peter McCluney, 69, of Buhl, Idaho passed away at Evergreen Place Assisted Living on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in Buhl, Idaho.
A full obituary will be posted as it becomes available.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family in the guestbook section below.
Karen Lee Smith
Jun 1, 2025
Karen Lee Smith (Lawhun)
April 10, 1956 – June 1, 2025
Karen Lee Smith (Lawhun) passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Twin Falls, Idaho. She was 69 years old.
Karen was born on April 10, 1956, in Columbus, Ohio. She later moved to California, where she met the love of her life in the San Fernando Valley...
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.
