Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

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

Steven Earl Larson

Steven Earl Larson

Jul 24, 2025

Steven Earl Larson, 64, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025, on a beautiful summer morning, fishing with his grandson. Born on November 27, 1960, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Willard and Janice Whiting Larson, Steve lived a life marked by curiosity, passion, humor, and unwavering love for his family.

Steve grew up in southeast Idaho and attended schools in both Pocatello...

Charlene Jo Tovey

Charlene Jo Tovey

Jul 24, 2025

Charlene Jo Winn Tovey passed away on July 24, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. 

She was born September 22, 1953, in Idaho Falls, Idaho to Luella (Holman) Winn and Lloyd Junior Winn. She was the second of 5 children and grew up in Idaho Falls, graduating from Skyline High School in 1971. She met Rod Tovey in...

James Lloyd Peterson

James Lloyd Peterson

Jul 23, 2025

Master Sergeant James Lloyd Peterson

March 23, 1948 – July 23, 2025

James Lloyd Peterson—Dad, Gramps, Brother, Warrior, Boat Captain, and self-declared Patron Saint of Sarcasm—passed away on July 23rd, 2025 in Nampa, Idaho, at the age of 77.

Born in sunny San Diego on March 23, 1948, James spent his early days beachside in Coronado and the desert winds of Imperial Valley...

Bruce L. Baker, Sr.

Bruce L. Baker, Sr.

Jul 22, 2025

Bruce Loyal Baker Sr., of McCammon, Idaho, passed away peacefully at the age of 83, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, love, and laughter.

Born on January 13, 1942, in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho, Bruce was the eldest of four children born to Harold Alfred Baker and Anna Lucil (Hall) Baker.

He grew up on the family’s ranch along Dempsey Creek,...

Sharon Esquibel

Sharon Esquibel

Jul 22, 2025

Sharon Esquibel passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on July 22, 2025, at the age of 87.

Sharon was born to Victor L. Seamons and Lucilla (Holmes) Seamons on January 30, 1938, in Oxford, Idaho. She was a “surprise” baby and the youngest of four children. Since there was a 14 to 10 year age difference between...

Lurlene T. Haag

Lurlene T. Haag

Jul 20, 2025

Lurlene Theresa Frey-Haag, born October 31, 1940, died July 20, 2025, of a sudden illness.

She was born in Marksville, LA where she lived until she was five years old, speaking only French. She then moved to Idaho with her parents, Verda Joffrion and Ralph Frey, along with her brother, Barney.

She went to school in Pocatello, graduating from Pocatello High School...

Jon R. Sorenson

Jon R. Sorenson

Jul 19, 2025

Jon Ray Sorenson, 47, passed away on July 19, 2025. Jon was born on June 19, 1978, in Pocatello, Idaho to Connie Jean Chappel and Russell Kent Sorenson. He was the youngest of three children: Scott Leadford of Pocatello, Idaho, and Junae Sorenson of Pocatello, Idaho.

Jon met Sheila Burrup in the summer of 2006 and was instantly in love with...

Jose E. Vega

Jose E. Vega

Jul 19, 2025

A Legacy of Love and Resilience: Remembering Jose Vega

Jose Vega, a man whose life was a testament to hard work, devotion, and unwavering love for his family, passed away on July 19th, 2025, in Bountiful, Utah. Born on January 9th, 1948, in Nevada, to Juan Vega and Ethel Irene Frazier, Jose’s journey began with humble roots and blossomed into a...

Edna F. Swallow

Edna F. Swallow

Jul 18, 2025

Edna Fawn Norton Swallow peacefully returned to her Heavenly Father on July 18, 2025, surrounded by her children. She was born on April 14, 1940, in Shelley, Idaho, to Willis and Hazel Norton. She was the eighth of nine children.

Edna graduated from Pocatello High School in 1958. She married her high school sweetheart, Marion Swallow, on June 19, 1959, in...

June Ann Hall

June Ann Hall

Jul 18, 2025

June Ann Hall 84, of Twin Falls, Idaho passed away July 18, 2025, at Caring Hearts in Pocatello, Idaho. June was born November 17, 1940, in Twin Falls, Idaho to Glenn & Esther McCoy.

June graduated from Twin Falls High School. June married Kurt Shepherd Hall in 1962 in Elko, Nevada. They have five children.

June enjoyed doing yard work and spending...

James Sanchez

James Sanchez

Jul 16, 2025

James Sanchez, 82, passed away on July 16, 2025.

He was born on June 19, 1943, in Taylor, Texas, to Maria and Guadalupe Sanchez. He married the love of his life, Lorraine, on July 2, 1994. They enjoyed 31 years of marriage together.

James loved nature and being outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, boating, hiking, 4-wheeling, motorcycle riding, and ATV club. He...

Roneal Ann Bertoldi

Roneal Ann Bertoldi

Jul 14, 2025

Roneal Ann Bertoldi, 55, passed away on July 14, 2025.

A full obituary will appear here as information becomes available.

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Timothy Robert Flandro

Timothy Robert Flandro

Jul 14, 2025

Tim R. Flandro, age 80, of Pocatello, Idaho passed away peacefully of natural causes at Quail Ridge Assisted Living on July 14, 2025. Tim was born March 31, 1945, in Pocatello, Idaho to C. Ed and Stella Flandro. He was raised and educated in Pocatello, graduating from Pocatello High School in 1963. Tim attended Idaho State University for two years...

Rosie May Willard

Rosie May Willard

Jul 14, 2025

In Loving Memory of Rosie Willard

Born sleeping on Monday, July 14, 2025

Our sweet daughter Rosie was held in our hearts long before we ever held her in our arms. Though she came into the world silently, her presence has filled our lives with meaning and love. Rosie was diagnosed with Turner’s syndrome and hydrops fetalis, and though her body was...

David Alan Vega

David Alan Vega

Jul 11, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of David Alan Vega, 43, who departed this life on July 11, 2025. Born on May 17, 1982, at Wayne Michigan Annapolis Hospital to Cheryl Barrett and Doug Vega. David lived a life marked by passion, purpose, and compassion for the planet and those around him.

From an early age, David...

Barbara Jane Hansen

Barbara Jane Hansen

Jul 11, 2025

Barbara Jane Hansen-Bowles died July 11, 2025, in Pocatello, Idaho.

Barbara (don’t call me Barb or Barbie) was a long-time resident of McCammon, ID. She was born on July 13, 1943, to Marjorie and A.C. Hutcherson in Deadwood, South Dakota.

This firebrand of a girl lived with her mom, Gram, and brother until a handsome Air Force boy named Bob Hansen whisked...

Darwin Moyer Ford

Darwin Moyer Ford

Jul 11, 2025

Darwin Moyer Ford, affectionately known as Dar was Born in Ogden, Utah, on August 13, 1954. Dar was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend.

He graduated from Ben Lomond High School in 1972. In 1974, he married his high school sweetheart, Amy White. They had two daughters, Laura in 1976 and Jill in 1978. The two later divorced in...

William Benjamin Wilson III

William Benjamin Wilson III

Jul 9, 2025

William Benjamin Wilson III, 70, passed away, July 9, 2025 at Portneuf Medical Center.

Willie was born on November 8, 1954 in Macon, Georgia to Willian Benjamin Wilson Jr. and Ruby Joyce Newsome Wilson. He graduated from Warner Robins High School in Warner Robins, GA and attended UGA for one year before serving his country in the United States Navy for...

Patrick Thomas Baugh

Patrick Thomas Baugh

Jul 8, 2025

Patrick Baugh, 64, passed away July 8, 2025, in Pocatello, Idaho with his brother and sister at his side.

Patrick was born April 9, 1961, in Twin Falls Idaho. He attended St. Edwards School, Robert Stuart Middle School and Twin Falls High School, where he was a member of the FFA and graduated in 1980. Patrick also attended classes at the...

Marina Guitron Ponce

Marina Guitron Ponce

Jul 8, 2025

Marina Guitron Ponce, 89, passed away July 8, 2025.

A full obituary will appear as soon as information becomes availble.

A viewing will take place at 2:00 pm on Friday, July 11, followed by a rosary service starting at 3:00 pm at Wilks Funeral Home, 211 W. Chubbuck Rd, Chubbuck, Idaho.

Memories and condolences may be shared using the guestbook below.

Marina Guitrón Ponce,...