Obituaries
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Local Obituaries for Chubbuck, Pocatello, and Twin Falls, Idaho.
Flora Lee Carey
Jul 5, 2026
Flora Lee Wright was born on September 6, 1938 in Glenns Ferry, Idaho, the eldest daughter of Harold Steele and Mae Ellis Wright. She entered into her eternal rest on July 5, 2026 at the age of 87 years old.
Flora’s father, Harold Steele Wright worked for the Union Pacific Railroad and moved the family to Pocatello in 1945. Flora attended...
Jerel T Potter
Jul 5, 2026
Jerel T. Potter
The Final Chapter of a Master Builder
On July 5, 2026, Jerel T. Potter closed the cover on a beautifully written life and stepped out of his earthly workshop in Sandy, Utah. He was 77 years old, though his spirit remained ever young, fueled by the logic of equations, the smell of fresh sawdust, a deep, lifelong devotion to...
James Reynolds
Jul 4, 2026
James Reynolds, 72, passed away on July 4, 2026.
A full obituary will appear here as information becomes available.
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Mary Serigstad Root
Jul 4, 2026
In Loving Memory of Mary Serigstad Root
September 13, 1949 – July 4, 2026
On July 4, 2026, Mary Serigstad Root has set off on what must surely be her most grand adventure yet, leaving behind a lifetime of stories, laughter, and miles traveled.
Born on September 13, 1949, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and adopted by Ethel May and Ray Winslow, Mary spent her...
Carol Reyes
Jul 3, 2026
Remembering the Beautiful Life of Carol Reyes
February 8, 1968 – July 3, 2026. Pocatello Idaho
With deeply sorrowful yet profoundly grateful hearts, we share that our beautiful Carol Reyes passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026. She left this world as she lived in it—wrapped in grace and surrounded by the enduring love of the family she cherished so dearly.
Her Early...
Laura Ann Cudaback
Jul 2, 2026
Laura Ann Cudaback, 65, passed away on July 2, 2026.
A full obituary will appear here as information becomes available.
A graveside gathering will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, August 10, 2026 at Mountain View Cemetery, 1520 S. 5th Avenue, Pocatello, ID. Please gather at Laura's grave site, 24 West - Row 3 - Space 5.
Memories and condolences may be...
Shauna Marie Peterson
Jul 1, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Shauna Marie Peterson “Buttercup” on July 1, 2026. Shauna was deeply loved by both family and community.
Shauna was born to James and Darleen Nelson in Moab, Utah on July 28, 1970. She graduated from Grand County High and later attended the University of Utah.
Shauna was a lifelong learner...
William James Farmer
Jun 30, 2026
William James “Jim” Farmer was born on April 11, 1941, in Washington, DC, to William J. Farmer and LaPreal Monson. Two years later, his sister Bonnie was born (1943). The family lived in Alaska for a couple of years. Jim would talk about walking to 2nd grade in the early morning dark, with neighbors standing guard with shotguns—in case of...
Marianne "Mari" Sue Yokom
Jun 28, 2026
In Loving Memory of Marianne Sue Yokom
September 21, 1957 – June 28, 2026
Marianne Sue Yokom, 68, passed away after a sudden illness on June 28, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Marianne was born on September 21, 1957, in Elko, Nevada, to Juanita Perrine and Joseph Ellis. She graduated from Elko High School in 1975 and married the love...
Sharon Lea Carrier
Jun 28, 2026
Sharon Lea Carrier, a mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026, in Pocatello, Idaho, surrounded by her daughters. She was born on November 16, 1940, to Hallie Arleen and Floyd Thomas Sandusky.
Growing up in Pocatello and lived in different towns, Sharon loved working alongside her family. She was always eager to help her husband...
Margie J Stewart
Jun 28, 2026
Our loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Margie J. Stewart, peacefully passed away on June 28, 2026, at the age of 89.
Margie was born on June 18, 1937, in the family farmhouse in Dayton, Idaho, to Hans and Mattie Jensen. She was the youngest of eight children and grew up surrounded by siblings, nieces, nephews, and a close-knit community. She...
Scott J Breslin
Jun 27, 2026
Scott Breslin, born on July 8, 1967, in Fullerton, California, passed away on June 27, 2026, in McCammon, Idaho. His life was defined by service, adventure, loyalty, and a deep devotion to the people he loved.
From a young age, Scott carried a steady sense of responsibility and courage that led him into a career in law enforcement. He served as...
Clark D. Higley
Jun 27, 2026
Clark D. Higley, 98, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
Clark D Higley, Born April 22, 1928 in Blackfoot, Idaho to Willis Dewey Higley and Caroline Ann Hansen. Clark joined the family as the second to youngest of eight children. They lived on the farm his father had taken out of brush in Firth Idaho. Clark rode his horse to...
Karen Joan Andersen
Jun 26, 2026
Karen was born on October 31, 1939, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Melvin and Georgia Mathews. From an early age, she developed the faith, resilience, kindness, and compassion that would become the hallmarks of her remarkable life.
Karen, beloved mother, grandmother, faithful disciple of Jesus Christ, and cherished friend, peacefully returned to her Heavenly Father on June 26, 2026, at the age...
Michael Dan Collins
Jun 25, 2026
Michael Dan Collins, 64, passed away on June 25, 2026.
Michael Dan Collins was loved by his family and friends. He was a great man and an even better husband and father. He will be missed immensely.
"I will love you forever and always Dad. Thank you for your lasting impact on my life."
He is survived by his wife, Georgia Collins, of...
Keaven James Harris
Jun 25, 2026
Keaven James Harris, 65, passed away on June 25, 2026.
Keaven James Harris was born on January 20, 1961 to Anna Louise Lott and Kenneth James Harris. Keaven was never married but he enjoyed spending time with his mother, brother and sisters, and his many nieces and nephews. Keaven had a sense of humor and enjoyed to laugh.
Keaven loved the outdoors....
Timothy Jay Higginson
Jun 25, 2026
Timothy Jay Higginson, 72, passed away on June 25, 2026 at his home in Pocatello, Idaho. He was born on August 10, 1953 in Nampa, Idaho. He was the 7th of 8 children born to John Detton Higginson and Merle Dean Harris Higginson and is only 5 minutes older than the youngest child, his twin sister, Tamara Kay.
Tim attended schools...
Brenda Rommel
Jun 25, 2026
Brenda Rommel, 70, passed away on June 25, 2026.
Brenda Rommel was born March 15, 1956, to Howard and Jenny Hawk at Bannock Memorial Hospital in Pocatello, Idaho. She was the first of three children. Brothers Randy and Brian would follow. Brenda attended schools in Pocatello and graduated from Highland High School in 1974 where she was active in girls’ basketball....
Doris Jean Shrum
Jun 24, 2026
Doris Jean (Wolfe) Shrum passed on the morning of June 24, 2026, at the age of 93. Doris, the second daughter of Ellis and Waive Wolfe, was born on April 3, 1933 in Buhl, Idaho. As a child her family moved to Glenns Ferry, where she attended school and graduated high school in 1951.
As a requirement given by her father,...
George F. Gardner
Jun 23, 2026
On June 23, 2026, George F Gardner, age 94, passed away peacefully, surrounded by members of his family.
George was a long-time resident of Pocatello, Idaho residing in the Tyhee area. For the past 5 years, he and his wife, Floe Roderick Gardner, have resided in Rigby, Idaho.
George married Floe in 1952 in the Salt Lake City Temple. They were married...
