Obituaries

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Local Obituaries for Chubbuck, Pocatello, and Twin Falls, Idaho.

Joanne Irene Dye

Joanne Irene Dye

Apr 16, 2023

Joanne “Jo” Irene Dye, 64, of Pocatello Idaho, passed away on April 16, 2023 at Portneuf Medical Center surrounded by loved ones. She was born March 23, 1959 in Pocatello, Idaho. She is the daughter of Therral Robert and Vada Marlene (Twitchell) Dye.

After high school she worked in various job capacities. She particularly enjoyed being a nanny to a local...

Susan Kay Hepworth

Susan Kay Hepworth

Apr 15, 2023

Susan Kay Shumway (August 2, 1953 - April 15, 2023) lived a beautifully poetic life from beginning to end. A playful and free-spirited woman, she lived life by the beat of her own drum. Born to Kay and Helen Shumway in a Rawlins Wyoming penitentiary, she eventually escaped (haha love you ma) and settled down to raise her family in...

Beverly C Wright

Beverly C Wright

Apr 15, 2023

Beverly Wright was born July 22, 1932 in Rigby, Idaho to Carmen Etta Robbins George and Thomas Clarence George. She was the youngest of four children. She attended school in Rigby and graduated from Rigby High School. While in high school, she was a cheerleader, played cornet in the marching band, and also played the piano. She loved cheering for...

Richard  Henry Elkins, Jr.

Richard Henry Elkins, Jr.

Apr 15, 2023

Richard Henry Elkins left our lives too soon on April 15, 2023. He was 19 years old.

Richard was born to Lisa Barlow and Richard Elkins, Sr., on October 10, 2003, in Billings,

Montana. He was the second child and first son of Lisa and Rick, and the younger brother of

several older half-siblings on each side of the family.

Richard was a happy...

Jeff Seidel

Jeff Seidel

Apr 15, 2023

Jeff Seidel, 62, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and loved ones on April 15, 2023.

He was born to Paul and Ruby Seidel on April 29, 1960 in Pocatello, Idaho. He had two older sisters Bernice Saxton and Phyllis Ramirez.

Jeff grew up in Pocatello, attending Saint Anthony’s Catholic School, Franklin Middle School and then graduated from Pocatello High School.

Throughout time,...

Michael Andrew Shook

Michael Andrew Shook

Apr 12, 2023

Michael Andrew Shook returned to his Mom’s arms on April 12, 2023.

Mikey was born on March 20, 1989 to Dave Shook and Sharon Kliewer in Pocatello, Idaho. He was a sweet and loving child and always put a smile on everyone's face. He grew up in Pocatello, but moved to Woodland Park, Colorado with his mom in 2002. He made...

Kit Carson Johnston

Kit Carson Johnston

Apr 12, 2023

In loving memory of Kit Carson Johnston, who passed away on April 12, 2023.

Sometimes it’s the smallest things that take up the most room in our hearts. There is no foot too small that it cannot leave an imprint on this world. Kit, you are always in my heart.

Kit is survived by his parents, Ashley and Carson Johnston; brother, Brandon...

Bobbi Jean Hunt

Bobbi Jean Hunt

Apr 11, 2023

Bobbi Jean Hunt, 51, passed away at home from complications of RSV and heart disease. Bobbi was born in Twin Falls, Idaho to Marvin and Helen Hunt. She graduated from Filer High School in 1990 and later attended the College of Southern Idaho for Computer Science. Bobbi was loved dearly by her family, especially her sons and granddaughters. Her granddaughters...

Jesse Johnson

Jesse Johnson

Apr 10, 2023

Jesse Albert Johnson, 66, passed away on April 10, 2023 at his apartment in Pocatello, ID under hospice care.

Jesse was born on October 7, 1956, in St. Mary’s Hospital in Breckinridge, MN to Lura Mae (Bahr) Johnson and Hilford Johnson. He attended school in Wahpeton, ND.  Jesse was an independent soul, working at many jobs over the years: forest firefighter,...

James Alexander Hollon

James Alexander Hollon

Apr 10, 2023

James Alexander Hollon, 21, a resident of Buhl Idaho passed away on April 10, 2023, as a result of a motorcycle accident. James was born in Twin Falls Idaho on May 13, 2001, to Charles Alexander Hollon, who was born in Oswego Kansas, and Waynette Marie Reynolds, who was born in Ogden Utah. James received his GED through the local...

Jim R. Hartman

Jim R. Hartman

Apr 10, 2023

Jimmy Rex Hartman was born September 19, 1932. Jimmy was born in Lubbock, Texas, moved to Southern California at around the age of 5. His father, Jeff, served in the US Navy during WWII and died when Jimmy was only 12. His mother, Alma, provided for the family by becoming a meat cutter and passed away at 103 years old....

Tenille Tanaka Elizabeth Rider

Tenille Tanaka Elizabeth Rider

Apr 10, 2023

A memorial service will be held at Parkes Magic Valley Funeral Home located at 2551 Kimberly Rd. Twin Falls, ID 83301 on April 20th, 2023 at 11am.

Ruben  Wayne  Kinder, Sr.

Ruben Wayne Kinder, Sr.

Apr 9, 2023

Ruben “Wayne” Kinder, Sr. was born on April 19, 1968 in Murray, Utah. Wayne was a kind-hearted soul. He loved being around family and friends. He was a great father, son, and brother. Wayne was never selfish and would give the shirt off his back to help someone in need. He was funny, and joked and laughed a lot.

Wayne enjoyed...

Fred H. Wanman

Fred H. Wanman

Apr 8, 2023

Fredrick Herman Wanman, 92 of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully Saturday, April 8, 2023 surrounded by his family. Fred was born at his family home on Addison Avenue in Twin Falls, Idaho on February 12, 1931, to Herman and Idona (Nebeker) Wanman. After graduating from the Twin Falls High School, his first winter job was at Bill Newman's sheep...

Virginia Gay Tucker

Virginia Gay Tucker

Apr 8, 2023

Virginia Tucker of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away at the age of 69 at her home, surrounded by the people who loved her most. For nearly six years she battled cancer with strength and a fearless spirit like only she could. Virginia, Ginny or “V” to friends and family, was born on August 1, 1953, in Twin Falls, Idaho, to...

Terence Keating

Terence Keating

Apr 7, 2023

Terence Denis Keating (Terry) (59) passed away peacefully in his home on April 7, 2023. He was surrounded by his beloved family and dear friends he called his family.

Terry was born in Oklahoma City, OK on January 17, 1964. He grew up in Billings, MT. He was a true Montana boy, always making sure to say yes to every adventure....

Tracey Melvin Watson

Tracey Melvin Watson

Apr 6, 2023

Tracey Melvin Watson passed away on April 6, 2023 at the age of 97. He was surrounded by family. Tracey was born in Plymouth, Utah on May 1, 1925. The family moved to Robin, Idaho where Tracey grew up on the family farm.

He met his best friend and love of his life Ellen Norgaard and they were married on April...