Obituaries

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Local Obituaries for Chubbuck, Idaho & Pocatello, Idaho in Bannock County.

James Michael Myers

James Michael Myers

Apr 21, 2023

James Michael (Mike) Myers, a Vietnam veteran and long resident of Pocatello, Idaho passed away unexpectedly in his home on Friday, April 21st, 2023 at the age of 76 with his wife and family present.

Mike was survived by his wife Cindy Bartlett Myers, Pocatello; his four daughters, Julie Myers, Pocatello, Missy (Terry) Forney, Colo. Springs, CO., Charity (Mike) Johnson, Pocatello...

Glenna Marie Kinghorn

Glenna Marie Kinghorn

Apr 21, 2023

Glenna Marie Kramer arrived in this world, the first daughter of Rinald E. and Neita C. Kramer on March 4, 1938. She was a joy to them and the extended family. She was later joined by twin sisters Marilyn June and Carolyn Joyce, two more sisters Teddi Elaine and Brenda Sue, and finally a brother, Ronald Kim. Their family started...

Leah Ruth Potter

Leah Ruth Potter

Apr 20, 2023

Leah Ruth Potter passed away April 20, 2023 surrounded by her family after a courageous fight against several different ailments.

Born March 20, 1953 in Ashton, Idaho, her and her siblings were raised by their beloved mother Grace Hilmer.

During her time at American Falls High School, she was heavily involved in academics and student government. Her debate team won many competitions....

Greg Symons

Greg Symons

Apr 18, 2023

Gregory Paul Symons, 59, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2023, surrounded by family.

Greg was born to Gary Keyford Mathisen and Gwendolyn Ruth Ford on December 19, 1963, in Rock Springs, Wyoming. In 1965 mom divorced and moved with our grandparents, Carl and Mildred Ford, toddler Greg and baby April to Soda Springs, Idaho so grandpa could work for Monsanto....

Joanne Irene Dye

Joanne Irene Dye

Apr 16, 2023

Joanne “Jo” Irene Dye, 64, of Pocatello Idaho, passed away on April 16, 2023 at Portneuf Medical Center surrounded by loved ones. She was born March 23, 1959 in Pocatello, Idaho. She is the daughter of Therral Robert and Vada Marlene (Twitchell) Dye.

After high school she worked in various job capacities. She particularly enjoyed being a nanny to a local...

Susan Kay Hepworth

Susan Kay Hepworth

Apr 15, 2023

Susan Kay Shumway (August 2, 1953 - April 15, 2023) lived a beautifully poetic life from beginning to end. A playful and free-spirited woman, she lived life by the beat of her own drum. Born to Kay and Helen Shumway in a Rawlins Wyoming penitentiary, she eventually escaped (haha love you ma) and settled down to raise her family in...

Beverly C Wright

Beverly C Wright

Apr 15, 2023

Beverly Wright was born July 22, 1932 in Rigby, Idaho to Carmen Etta Robbins George and Thomas Clarence George. She was the youngest of four children. She attended school in Rigby and graduated from Rigby High School. While in high school, she was a cheerleader, played cornet in the marching band, and also played the piano. She loved cheering for...

Richard  Henry Elkins, Jr.

Richard Henry Elkins, Jr.

Apr 15, 2023

Richard Henry Elkins left our lives too soon on April 15, 2023. He was 19 years old.

Richard was born to Lisa Barlow and Richard Elkins, Sr., on October 10, 2003, in Billings,

Montana. He was the second child and first son of Lisa and Rick, and the younger brother of

several older half-siblings on each side of the family.

Richard was a happy...

Jeff Seidel

Jeff Seidel

Apr 15, 2023

Jeff Seidel, 62, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and loved ones on April 15, 2023.

He was born to Paul and Ruby Seidel on April 29, 1960 in Pocatello, Idaho. He had two older sisters Bernice Saxton and Phyllis Ramirez.

Jeff grew up in Pocatello, attending Saint Anthony’s Catholic School, Franklin Middle School and then graduated from Pocatello High School.

Throughout time,...

Michael Andrew Shook

Michael Andrew Shook

Apr 12, 2023

Michael Andrew Shook returned to his Mom’s arms on April 12, 2023.

Mikey was born on March 20, 1989 to Dave Shook and Sharon Kliewer in Pocatello, Idaho. He was a sweet and loving child and always put a smile on everyone's face. He grew up in Pocatello, but moved to Woodland Park, Colorado with his mom in 2002. He made...

Kit Carson Johnston

Kit Carson Johnston

Apr 12, 2023

In loving memory of Kit Carson Johnston, who passed away on April 12, 2023.

Sometimes it’s the smallest things that take up the most room in our hearts. There is no foot too small that it cannot leave an imprint on this world. Kit, you are always in my heart.

Kit is survived by his parents, Ashley and Carson Johnston; brother, Brandon...

Jesse Johnson

Jesse Johnson

Apr 10, 2023

Jesse Albert Johnson, 66, passed away on April 10, 2023 at his apartment in Pocatello, ID under hospice care.

Jesse was born on October 7, 1956, in St. Mary’s Hospital in Breckinridge, MN to Lura Mae (Bahr) Johnson and Hilford Johnson. He attended school in Wahpeton, ND.  Jesse was an independent soul, working at many jobs over the years: forest firefighter,...

Ruben  Wayne  Kinder, Sr.

Ruben Wayne Kinder, Sr.

Apr 9, 2023

Ruben “Wayne” Kinder, Sr. was born on April 19, 1968 in Murray, Utah. Wayne was a kind-hearted soul. He loved being around family and friends. He was a great father, son, and brother. Wayne was never selfish and would give the shirt off his back to help someone in need. He was funny, and joked and laughed a lot.

Wayne enjoyed...

Terence Keating

Terence Keating

Apr 7, 2023

Terence Denis Keating (Terry) (59) passed away peacefully in his home on April 7, 2023. He was surrounded by his beloved family and dear friends he called his family.

Terry was born in Oklahoma City, OK on January 17, 1964. He grew up in Billings, MT. He was a true Montana boy, always making sure to say yes to every adventure....

Tracey Melvin Watson

Tracey Melvin Watson

Apr 6, 2023

Tracey Melvin Watson passed away on April 6, 2023 at the age of 97. He was surrounded by family. Tracey was born in Plymouth, Utah on May 1, 1925. The family moved to Robin, Idaho where Tracey grew up on the family farm.

He met his best friend and love of his life Ellen Norgaard and they were married on April...

Luman John Gilman

Luman John Gilman

Apr 5, 2023

Luman John Gilman was born in Klamath Falls, Oregon on March 2, 1935. He lived there and in Baker, Oregon before moving to Pocatello, Idaho in 1951. Luman graduated from Pocatello High School in 1953 and was enlisted in the United States Army from January 1954 until January 1957.

He met Jerry Alyce Seibert in 1957 and married her that same...

Sandra Lee O'Neill

Sandra Lee O'Neill

Apr 4, 2023

Sandra Lee O’Neill, 74, of Pocatello, Idaho, passed away on April 4, 2023 of natural causes at Caring Hearts Assisted Living. Sandra was born in Manning, Iowa on January 18, 1949.

Sandra attended school in Persia and Logan, Iowa. She spent the first half of her life in Iowa and the last 35 years in Pocatello, Idaho. She worked as an...

Betty Wells

Betty Wells

Apr 4, 2023

Betty Wells, 91, passed away on April 4, 2023.  

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Joan June Aplington

Joan June Aplington

Apr 3, 2023

Joan June Aplington, 89, passed away peacefully in her sleep, on April 03, 2023, in Pocatello, Idaho. The weeks preceding her death, her family and friends from far and near were able to visit and spend special time with her.

Joan was born in Weiser, Idaho, on January 18, 1934, she was the second of three daughters born to Frederick and...

Donald Brod

Donald Brod

Apr 3, 2023

Donald Leonard Brod, age 91, of Pocatello, Idaho passed away surrounded by his children on April 3, 2023, nearly five years to the day of having lost the love of his life, Marilyn.

Don was born on December 12, 1931, to Ambrose and Magdalen Brod in Evanston, Illinois, where he spent his childhood. Don was the fourth child out of six...