Obituaries

May 5, 2025

Evelyn Packer, a cherished member of the Pocatello community and later American Falls, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on October 10, 1929, in Pocatello, Idaho, she was a testament to unwavering love and dedication throughout her life.

Evelyn's early education took place in Pocatello, culminating with her graduation from Pocatello High School on...

May 4, 2025

Alan Fehringer, born on March 5, 1959, in American Falls, Idaho, entered into eternal rest on May 4, 2025, in the same beloved hometown. He was 66 years old at the time of his passing, which was due to natural causes.

Alan was dedicated to farm life, a vocation that brought him joy and fulfillment. He took great pride in his...

May 4, 2025

Doris Nelson, a cherished member of the Aberdeen community, passed away on May 4, 2025, in Pocatello, Idaho. Born on January 15, 1930, in Aberdeen, Idaho, Doris lived a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication to her family.

Throughout her career, Doris was known for her versatility and commitment. She worked a myriad of jobs, including as a bookkeeper for...

Apr 30, 2025

Julia Pauline Rowe, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 30th, 2025, in Pocatello, Idaho, at the age of 97.

Born on October 1, 1927, in Blairsville, Pennsylvania, Julia was the eldest of three daughters born to Frank and Edith Bernard. She was preceded in death by her sisters Grace and Delores. She excelled in the classroom...

Apr 29, 2025

Glenna June May Allen Nelson, 98, of Rockland, Idaho, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025. Born to Agnes Louise Lee and Joseph Eugene May, Glenna lived a life dedicated to faith, family, and service. On September 13, 1942, she married Harold Clarence Allen (sealed: October 8, 1948, in the Logan Temple), with whom she lovingly raised five children: Kathy...

Apr 21, 2025

John “Jack” Hilby, born on December 31, 1947, passed away on April 21, 2025, in the ICU of Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello, Idaho. He is remembered as a kind and generous man, whose passions ran deep, especially for riding motorcycles and working on them throughout his life. Jack was an enthusiastic member of the Bros Club, where he shared...

Apr 18, 2025

Wade Allen Sheppard passed away, Friday April 18, 2025, in Pocatello, Idaho. No funeral services are planned at this time. Family and friends are invited to share condolences, memories, and photos, by visiting DavisRoseMortuary.com.

Apr 10, 2025

Joseph L. Smuin, 92 of American Falls, Idaho passed away peacefully on April 10, 2025.  He was born January 5,1933 in Robert’s Idaho to Joseph Smuin and Dorrie Ruth Abbott.

He was in the Army from 1953-1956 where he was a Combat Engineer and a Construction Equipment Engineer. After the Army he did various jobs but in 1967 he was employed...

Apr 3, 2025

Ruth Ann Croshaw Phillips, a beloved wife, devoted mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of the Lord, peacefully returned to her Heavenly Father on April 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 11, 1933, in the small farming community of Airmo, Idaho, to loving parents, Frank Petty Croshaw and Emma Amelia Olson. Raised in Pocatello, Idaho,...

Mar 29, 2025

Hazel Elaine Ekstrom Clark was born on November 5, 1936, in Malad, Idaho, at her home. She was the daughter of Levi Bunting Ekstrom and Emma Sine Henriksen and one of eleven children. Her siblings included Levi, Doris, John, Pearl, Donald, Grant, Gloria, Jay, Albert, and Dixie.

Hazel grew up on a farm, where she developed a love for climbing trees,...

Mar 20, 2025

Karmel Ann Pankratz passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 20th, 2025 at her home in American Falls, Idaho, surrounded by loving family, after a two-year-long battle with Ovarian Cancer.

Originally from Shelton, Washington, Karmel met her husband of nearly 40 years, Doug Pankratz, while on vacation in Idaho, attending softball tournaments. Doug proposed to Karmel in April 1985, and they were...

Mar 15, 2025

Marlene Fehringer passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 15, 2025, in Pocatello, Idaho, surrounded by her loving family.

A graduate of Aberdeen High School, Marlene began working at Dvorak Drug and First Security Bank. In 1960, she married the love of her life, Leo Fehringer, and dedicated herself to building a home filled with warmth, love, and unwavering devotion to her...

Mar 12, 2025

Vicki Lehman, 79, of Aberdeen passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. She was born August 14th, 1945 in Malad, ID to Sherman and Margie Pierce. She was the third of five children. She grew up on the family farm in Malad until they moved to Aberdeen in 1955. She attended Aberdeen High School where she met the love of...

Mar 6, 2025

LouEtta Robison Christiansen passed away March 6, 2025 at her home in Idaho Falls, Idaho; born the third child to Lind and Grace Darling (Seely) Robison on November 24, 1929 in Archer, Idaho. She grew up enjoying farm life with her siblings and extended Robison family nearby and was happiest when they were together on adventures to fish, pick berries...

Mar 6, 2025

James Jon Huber, 53, of American Falls ID passed away March 6th, 2025 after a sudden illness. He peacefully left this earth, hands being held by his mother and his sister, surrounded by all who loved him. Although leaving this world kicking and screaming would have been more his style. He did things his way, after all. Born December 27th,1971...

Mar 5, 2025

Bobbie Monica Garcia gained her wings to heaven surrounded by her family on March 5th, 2025, after a long and brave battle with cancer. Bobbie was born on June 11, 1965, in La Jara, Colorado, to Ernesto Casias and Oclires Chacon. In 1967, her family relocated to Salt Lake City, Utah, where she would spend her formative years and then...

Mar 5, 2025

David Bethke, age 88, passed away on March 5, 2025. He met the love of his life, Marla, in high school. They had a loving, devoted marriage that lasted 68 beautiful years. David was one of the hardest-working men I have ever known. From developing the land on his farm to raising cattle, he worked from dawn until dusk. 

He also...

Feb 22, 2025

Margaret Merandia Rizer, affectionately known as Peggy, was born on February 23, 1946, and left this world peacefully while sleeping on February 22, 2025. With her passing just a day shy of her birthday, she leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and countless cherished memories.

Peggy devoted over two decades of her life working for the State of Idaho, with...

Feb 17, 2025

Lorin Ralph Roseberg, born July 30, 1941, was welcomed into the open arms of Jesus on Monday, February 17, 2025.  He was the devoted husband to Nancy for 44 years and loving father to his three children Serena, Nicole and Andrew.

Lorin was a humorous bright light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him.  His journey...

Feb 16, 2025