Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Chubbuck, Pocatello, and Twin Falls, Idaho.
Cynthia "Cindy" A. Greenfield
Feb 21, 2025
Cynthia Ann Greenfield, lovingly known as Cindy, a bright shining star, always smiling and making jokes, grew her wings on Friday, February 21, 2025.
This beautiful angel started her life in Bellingham, Washington on March 7, 1966. She was born to Alice and Marvin Duncan. As a child, she got to travel the world because her dad was in the Navy.
Cindy...
Elnora Lee Onstine
Feb 20, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Elnora Lee Onstine, and her cherished husband, Ralph Onstine. Their unexpected and tragic deaths occurred near Georgetown, Idaho.
Nora Lee, as she was known by friends and family, lived a life full of passion and purpose.
She had an insatiable love for learning. Born and...
Ralph Onstine
Feb 19, 2025
Ralph Onstine, of McCammon Idaho, passed away on February 19, 2025.
He was born on February 5, 1940, at St. Vincent Hospital in Billings, Montana five minutes before his identical twin brother, Ray. He was adamant he was the oldest. His parents were Frederick William Onstine and Norma Louise Elder Onstine. He grew up in Powell, Wyoming and graduated from Powell...
Lavern "Jay" Michael Broncho, Jr.
Feb 19, 2025
Lavern “Jay” Michael Broncho, Jr. was born on May 21, 1974 in Pocatello, Idaho to Lavern Broncho, Sr. and Theresa LaVatta Appeney. Theresa married Arnold Appeney and with their combined families they had 6 boys. Jay was the oldest of the 6 brothers: Raymond Broncho, Warrior Appeney, Douglas Broncho, Lamar Broncho, and Jesse Bruce.
Jay grew up in Fort Hall and...
James 'Jim' Joseph Koetter
Feb 18, 2025
James 'Jim' Koetter, 87, passed away on February 18, 2025.
Jim was born in 1937 to Art and Mary (Lepper) Koetter at the family farm home north of McCook, Nebraska. The youngest of six, he grew up on a diversified farm which raised corn, wheat, pigs, chickens, and also had milk cows. Being a typical farm at this time, these crops...
Walter "Red" Hamby
Feb 18, 2025
Walter "Red" Hamby, 80, of Twin Falls passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, after a hard fought battle with cancer.
He was born September 5, 1944, in Twin Falls, Idaho to James Robert “Bob” Hamby and Julia Mae McBride.
Red graduated from Kimberly High School in 1962. He joined the Idaho National Guard in 1964 and was...
Nathaniel Jay Ish
Feb 17, 2025
Nathaniel Jay Ish, 60, passed away on February 17, 2025. He was born in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Nathaniel went to Sho Ban High School in Fort Hall, Idaho and graduated from Kearns High School in West Valley, Utah.
He enjoyed traveling to Florida and he has lived in Texas and Tacoma Washington.
Nathaniel and his life partner, April Eschief, have two beautiful...
Bonnie Durrant
Feb 17, 2025
Bonnie Ann Baird Durrant passed away on February 17, 2025 at home surrounded by her family at the age of 84. She was born on October 11, 1940 near Blackfoot, Idaho to A. Wayne and Isabell Baird. She was the fourth of nine kids. She grew up with her family on a small farm in Goshen, Idaho, sharing many adventures...
Michele J. Lyford
Feb 16, 2025
Michele Jane Lyford, 73, passed away from natural causes on February 16, 2025 in her home surrounded by family.
Michele was born on February 20, 1951 to Phillip and Florence Mayfield in San Gabriel, Ca. To all who knew her, she was a unique and caring individual who touched the lives of all who knew her.
She married the love of her...
Beverly G. Thorpe
Feb 16, 2025
Beverly Gail Thorpe, 72, of Chubbuck, Idaho, passed away peacefully from natural causes at her home on February 16, 2025. She was born on December 9, 1952, in Pocatello, Idaho.
Beverly dedicated her life to retail and customer service, where her kindness and genuine care for others shone brightly. She was a funny, kind, and intelligent woman who will be deeply...
Sherry Rae Stephens
Feb 15, 2025
Sherry Rae Laker Stephens, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, in Pocatello, Idaho. She was born on April 22, 1944, in Pocatello to Grant and Ruby Curtis Laker.
Born during World War II, Sherry's early years were marked by her father’s service in the Army Air Corps. Her mother, Ruby, chose to accompany...
Lee A. Cranor
Feb 14, 2025
Lee Allen Cranor, 74, passed away on February 14, 2025. He was born on September 18, 1950, to Carson and Monta Hill Cranor. He had five siblings, four brothers and one sister.
Lee graduated from Pocatello High School in 1969 then joined the US Navy on March 1, 1970. He served in the Vietnam War spending his time on 4 different...
Scott W. McMaster
Feb 14, 2025
On February 14, 2025, Scott McMaster made his final ride into the sunset, entering the open meadows of heaven after a life on earth well lived.
Scott Wiker McMaster was born on December 28, 1929, in Twin Falls, Idaho to Willard and Charlotte McMaster. He was the youngest of three children, a sister Janet and a brother Galen. His love for...
Peter "Pete" B. Hodson
Feb 13, 2025
Peter "Pete" Boyd Hodson, 84, passed away on February 13, 2025. Pete was born on April 20, 1940 to Boyd and Fern Hodson.
Pete grew up in Pocatello, Idaho with his mom and dad and older sister, Sydney. He would walk to school in those days. He attended Pocatello High School. After school, he joined the National Guard. Pete enjoyed a...
Laura B. Jans
Feb 13, 2025
Laura Beth Jans, age 65, passed away peacefully in her sleep. She was born in Skokie, Illinois, on May 5, 1959, to Joseph & Nina Jans. Laura’s health had been declining over the last few years, and she finally succumbed to her illness in the early morning of February 13, 2025, in Chubbuck, Idaho.
Born and raised in Skokie, Illinois, with...
Daniel Wayne Clark
Feb 13, 2025
Daniel W. Clark, a beloved figure with an unmistakable presence, left this world on February 13, 2025, in Twin Falls, Idaho, following complications from knee surgery. Born on November 10, 1963, in Missouri, Danny was not only a cherished family man but also a friend to everyone who crossed his path.
Danny’s career spanned various roles including a repo driver, tow...
Valrie Jackson
Feb 12, 2025
Valrie Ann Jackson, 69, peacefully passed away at her home in Pocatello, Idaho on February 12, 2025. She was born on April 9, 1955, to Charles Edward Jackson and Judy Ann Brangham in Pocatello, Idaho.
Valrie was lovingly raised by her grandmother, Hazel in Fort Hall, Idaho. She attended schools in Fort Hall. After Valrie graduated from Blackfoot High School, she...
Thomas Lee Taylor
Feb 12, 2025
Thomas Lee Taylor, 66, of Burley, Idaho, passed away February 12, 2025.
Tom was born on May 29, 1958, in Butte, Montana, to John Lewis Frye and Sharon Ruth Moore. He was raised in Northern Montana and Northern Idaho before later spending many years in Washington, Utah, and Oregon.
After graduating from Lewiston High School, Tom proudly joined the Idaho National Guard,...
Barbara J. Jones
Feb 11, 2025
Barbara J. Jones, 92, passed away on February 11, 2025.
There will be no services held.
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Michael Spears
Feb 11, 2025
To know Michael Spears was to love him. He approached life with boundless energy and enthusiasm, lighting up every room he entered. First came his smile, then his signature greeting — an enthusiastic “my friend!” — always followed by a hug. From there, the stories would flow, often accompanied by photos of food, tales of his latest travels, or an...
