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Local Obituaries for Chubbuck, Idaho & Pocatello, Idaho and Twin Falls, Idaho.
Lawrence Henry De Visser
Jan 7, 2026
Henry Lawrence De Visser was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada on November 26, 1932, to Christian Johannes De Visser and Francine Davis De Visser, the fourth child in a family of seven children. He passed away on January 7, 2026, at his home in Pocatello, Idaho. He attended public schools in Winnipeg and Salt Lake City until the 6th grade...
Karen Lee Axtell
Jan 6, 2026
Karen Lee Axtell, 79, passed away on January 6, 2026.
Karen was born on June 17, 1946, to D.C. and Mary Wilson in Trenton, MO. She was the oldest of 5 children. Growing up, they had the opportunity to live in different parts of the country due to the nature of their father’s work. Karen graduated from high school in Hawthorne,...
Mary Jo Sibbett
Jan 6, 2026
Mary Jo Sibbett, 72, of Pocatello, Idaho, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 6, 2026. She was born on June 21, 1953, in Kansas City, Missouri. Three-week-old Mary Jo arrived to her forever parents, Mary and Russell Sibbett, where she assumed the role of middle child. Mary, her parents, and siblings, Barbara and Mike, lived in Grays Lake,...
Walter Merlin Crowell
Jan 4, 2026
Walter Merlin Crowell, affectionately known as Wally, Bubbas, Wally Boy, and (when he was feeling particularly grumpy) just Walter, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026 in the arms of his mama, dada, and big sister, in a room surrounded by loved ones in his home in Pocatello, Idaho. He passed after a ruthless yet courageous battle with mitochondrial disease...
Stephen Thomas Smith
Jan 3, 2026
Stephen Thomas Smith, 86, passed away on January 3, 2026.
Stephen was born in his home in St. Joseph, Missouri, on September 27, 1939. He peacefully left this world and passed away with family close by on Saturday, January 3, 2026. Over the course of a long and full life, he lived in many places—including Missouri, Utah, California, North Carolina, Nevada,...
Edith Empey Olney
Jan 2, 2026
Edith Empey Olney passed away peacefully in her home Jan. 2, 2026, in Washington, Utah, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. She was 85 years old.
Edith Jolene Crawford was born in the early hours of Dec. 25, 1940, a surprise Christmas baby, to Mary Chapman and Charles Robert Crawford in Blackfoot, Idaho. She spent her growing up years in...
Manuelita Maria Waterhouse
Jan 2, 2026
Manuelita Maria Waterhouse, 59, passed away January 2, 2026 at Eastern Idaho Regional Hospital, in Idaho Falls, Idaho from Liver Damage, Kidney Damage, and Congestive Heart Failure. She was born on December 6, 1966. Daughter of the late Ira Waterhouse Sr. and the late: Alfreda Punkin-Waterhouse, she attended Tyhee Elementary School, Hawthorne Junior High School, and graduated from Highland High...
Jeb Ryan Harris
Jan 2, 2026
Jeb Ryan Harris, 52, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, surrounded by family.
Jeb was born on November 22, 1973, in Salt Lake City. After spending his early childhood in Utah, he and his brother and sister moved to American Falls after their mother remarried. He graduated from American Falls High School in 1992. Afterwards he became a father to...
Howard Carlson Doore
Jan 2, 2026
Howard C Doore - NAA-TOO-CII-PIST-TO (Holy Owl), 87, passed away on January 2, 2026.
Howard Doore, a proud member of the Blackfeet Nation, a devoted nurse, a ceremonial leader, and a respected public servant, passed away after a lifetime defined by compassion, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to the people and his family. Born in Browning, Montana, Howard carried the heart of...
Jayce Micah Thomas
Dec 31, 2025
Jayce Micah Thomas, 12, passed away on December 31, 2025.
Jayce was born on December 23, 2013. He was a happy, fun loving kid who cared deeply about others. He always loved to help. He loved learning new things. Jayce was intelligent and was able to light a room with his smile. He was born in South Carolina, and lived happily...
Danny Leroy Coverdale
Dec 31, 2025
In Loving Memory of Danny Leroy Coverdale, 77.
~ A Life Filled with Love, Service, and Adventure ~
Danny Leroy Coverdale was born on November 7, 1948, in Maywood, California, to John Raymond Coverdale and Betty Jean Hicks (Coverdale) of Bell Gardens. On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, Danny departed this world suddenly, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and unforgettable memories.
~...
Brandon Michael Sorenson
Dec 27, 2025
Brandon Michael Sorenson, 45, passed away December 27, 2025.
A full obituary will appear here as it becomes available.
A private service will be held at a later date.
Memories and condolences may be shared via "Guestbook" below.
Tena Richardson
Dec 26, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Tena Richardson, who departed from this life on December 26, 2025 at the age of 63.
Tena was born to Julia and Dennis Dye on November 11, 1962 in Rose Idaho. Tena's family moved to Pocatello Idaho in 1965 where she spent her formative years. Tena graduated from Highland high...
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...
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