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Local Obituaries for Chubbuck, Idaho & Pocatello, Idaho in Bannock County.
Shirley Ann Christensen
Dec 25, 2025
Shirley Ann Christensen (born Gregory), a daughter of Idaho soil and covenant light, passed from this life on December 25, 2025 in Pocatello, ID at the age of 89. She was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and her family finds comfort in the Savior’s promises—especially the hope of resurrection and eternal family.
Shirley was...
John "Jack" Charles Fleming
Dec 25, 2025
John “Jack” Fleming quietly transitioned on Christmas Day 2025, after extended care at home, partnering with his wife to manage the ever-changing symptoms of Parkinsons Disease. As the extradordinary Enhabit Hospice Team entered the care giving arena, Jack proclaimed that he was 79 years old, had lived a good life, and was ready to go. At various earlier times, he...
Martin A. Weigel
Dec 24, 2025
Martin A. Weigel, 69, of Pocatello ID, passed away December 24, 2025 at Monte Vista Health Center, surrounded by his loved ones.
He was born on March 4, 1956, at the St. Anthony Hospital in Pocatello, ID, to Henry and Alta Young-Weigel. He attended Tendoy Elementary, Alameda Jr. High, and Highland High School. He joined the Marines and fought in Vietnam,...
Kathleen Marie Kies
Dec 24, 2025
Kathleen Marie Kies, 103, passed on December 24, 2025. She was born in Roscoe, SD, and spent her formative years on the family farm. Seeking new opportunities, she relocated to Seattle, WA, where she began work at Boeing Aircraft Company. During her time there, Kathleen became a "Rosie the Riveter", contributing to the war effort, and met the love of...
Janice Kay Larson
Dec 24, 2025
Janice Kay Whiting Larson passed away peacefully at home the morning of Christmas Eve, 2025 at the age of 88, after a valiant battle against dementia.
She was born November 23rd, 1937 in Pocatello, Idaho to Archie Jay Whiting and Reva Williams Whiting. The oldest of five children, Janice had the experience of living in many places during her younger years...
Elijah Joseph Kalisz
Dec 21, 2025
Elijah Joseph Kalisz was born silently on December 21, 2025.
A viewing will be held on Friday, January 2, 2026 at Wilks Funeral Home, 211 W Chubbuck Road, Chubbuck, ID. Burial will follow at the Grove City Cemetery, 1 Willow Drive, Blackfoot, ID.
Memories and condolences may be shared by visiting the Guestbook below.
Laurie Lower
Dec 20, 2025
Laurel (Laurie) Denise Lower
October 6, 1954 – December 20, 2025
Laurel “Laurie” Denise Lower, born in Fresno, California, on October 6, 1954, passed away on December 20, 2025, surrounded by the same love she devoted her entire life to giving. Laurie had a gift for seeing the good in everyone—no matter who they were or where they came from. She was...
Sheron Lou Ann Sawyer
Dec 20, 2025
In Loving Memory of Sheron Lou Ann Sawyer
Born to Charles and Lola Sawyer on December 23, 1940, in Pocatello, Idaho
Passed Away into the arms of Jesus on December 20, 2025, in Pocatello, Idaho
Sheron has 7 children: Kelly Zabriskie, Jody Reuter, David Zabriskie, Kathy Edwards, Debbie VanHouten, Robert McKnight, Tyrel McKnight; and 15 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Sheron has 14 siblings: Carol...
Klane Anderson
Dec 17, 2025
On December 17, 2025, Klane Yancey Anderson passed away at home, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous five-month battle with aggressive lung cancer.
Klane Yancey Anderson was born in Pocatello, Idaho on June 17, 1965 to Gale and LaJuan Anderson, the fourth of six children. He grew up on Whitaker Road in Chubbuck, attending Pocatello schools and graduating from...
Jared Matthew Peters
Dec 15, 2025
Jared Peters passed away suddenly on December 15, 2025, leaving behind a profound emptiness in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Jared was a loving father, devoted brother, cherished son, and a friend who could light up any room he entered. Known for his quick wit, infectious laugh, and unmistakable voice, Jared had a way of making people...
Terry Anita Hobson
Dec 14, 2025
Surrounded by the family she loved so deeply, we share that our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, Terry Anita Hobson, of Lava Hot Springs, Idaho, passed peacefully in her bed on December 14, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Throughout her journey, Terry displayed incredible courage and unwavering hope. She fought with determination and grace, inspiring...
Donald Joseph Spiker
Dec 12, 2025
Donald Joseph Spiker was a steady presence – a man of quiet faith, hard work, and deep love for his family.
Born on February 12, 1952, in Pocatello, Idaho, Don was the youngest of nine children. From early on, he learned the value of perseverance, service, and loyalty – values that shaped the rest of his life. After high school, he...
David Edgar Bowser
Dec 11, 2025
David Edgar Bowser, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home in St George Utah on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the age of 93.
Born on April 6, 1932, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Mary Anna Sarah and Green Lossen Bowser, David grew up on a dairy farm where he developed a love for the...
William John Teller
Dec 11, 2025
William John Teller, age 89, passed away on December 11, 2025.
William was born in Twin Falls, Idaho on September 5, 1936 to John and Florence Teller. He was a longtime resident of American Falls, Idaho, where he built a life centered on hard work, faith, and family.
William graduated from ISU Technical College, where he developed his lifelong passion for being...
David Ralph Grigg
Dec 11, 2025
David “Ralph” Grigg, 82, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, from pulmonary fibrosis.
He was born on August 30, 1943, in Murphy, OK, the 8th of 9 children. The family moved west to Meridian, ID when he was 6 years old.
Ralph graduated from Nampa High School in 1961, then went to Boise State University for 2 years.
He was proud to...
Marian Devaney
Dec 11, 2025
The world shines a little less brightly with the passing of Marian Devaney, who left us on the morning of December 11, 2025, at the age of 66. Caring, compassionate, and endlessly giving, Marian devoted her life to the people she loved—and in doing so, she made the world a kinder, gentler place. All she ever wanted was to be...
Vincent J Scott Baker
Dec 10, 2025
Vincent J. Scott Baker, 56, of Pocatello, Idaho, passed away on December 10, 2025.
He was born on August 23, 1969, in Pocatello, Idaho.
Scott was a devoted father, husband, son, and friend whose life revolved around his family. He became a father at a young age when his son Michael was born. He later married Kerry Baker, and together they shared...
Delbert Laverne Bertsch
Dec 10, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce that our dear, sweet father, Delbert Laverne Bertsch, 92, died peacefully in his sleep on December 10, 2025, while surrounded by his family. Delbert was born in McIntosh, South Dakota on September 12, 1933, to Jacob and Katherine Bertsch. He was the youngest of nine children. His entire family moved to Paul,...
Alfred Wesley Holt
Dec 9, 2025
Alfred W. Holt passed away on December 9, 2025, after a valiant battle with lung cancer. Among those waiting for him were his identical twin brother, Allen and his greatest companion and friend, his little dog, Max.
Alfred was born on August 2, 1951, along with his twin brother Allen B. Holt. They joined the family of Allen W. Holt and...
William "Bill" Woodland
Dec 9, 2025
William Henry Woodland was born February 16, 1941 to James Henry and Edith Ione Walker Woodland, the youngest of five living children. He began his life in an incubator on a small, rural farm on Philbin Road. His mother diligently cared for her tiny son, and eventually he began to thrive and grow. She never let him forget that he...
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