Obituaries

Wanda Summers

Wanda Summers

Mar 9, 2024

Wanda Florence Griffin Summers (91) passed away at her home in Aberdeen, Idaho surrounded by family on Saturday, March 9, 2024.  

Wanda was born on June 23, 1932, the eighth child of Henry and Mary Griffin in Rigby Idaho.   Wanda attended elementary and junior high in Rigby.   When Wanda was a freshman in high school, her parents sold...

Dennis Lee Roth

Dennis Lee Roth

Mar 8, 2024

Dennis Lee Roth September 1st, 1947 - March 8th, 2024 Dennis Lee Roth passed away peacefully with his wife Meta by his side on Friday, March 8th, 2024, after a long, courageous battle with Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis.Dennis was born September 1st, 1947 to Theodore (Ted) and Lois Waters in American Falls, ID. Theodore and Lois raised Dennis as a...

Brent Hoffer

Brent Hoffer

Mar 7, 2024

In loving memory of Brent Hoffer, a man whose life was a testament to love, laughter, and a deep dedication to his family.  Brent passed away peacefully in his sleep at home in Aberdeen, Idaho, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and cherished memories.

Brent was born on December 6, 1951, in American Falls, Idaho, and he spent his life spreading...

Barbara Holyoak

Barbara Holyoak

Mar 4, 2024

Barbara Morrison Holyoak, 95, passed peacefully from this life into the waiting arms of her departed loved ones, surrounded by family who will miss her dearly, on March 4, 2024.

She was born July 12, 1928, to Charles and Nina Morrison, in Heyburn, Idaho, where her father worked at the sugar factory.   She was the middle child of five children:...

Vernon Nelson

Vernon Nelson

Feb 22, 2024

Vernon Lewis Nelson died peacefully on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at his home in Rockland, Idaho surrounded by his family. He bravely fought pancreatic cancer for 18 months and through it always remained optimistic, positive, and strong in his faith in God’s eternal plan.

Vern was born January 9, 1953 in Pocatello, Idaho to Helen Robinson Nelson and Grover Nelson. He...

Yvonne Cox Lyman

Yvonne Cox Lyman

Feb 22, 2024

Yvonne Cox Lyman, a beloved individual, known for her kind and loving spirit, passed away on February 22, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and love.  She was born on April 11, 1936, in Shoup, Idaho, and departed from this world in American Falls, Idaho.

 Yvonne's journey was filled with remarkable experiences and achievements.  After graduating from Blackfoot High School...

James Edward Barnhill III

James Edward Barnhill III

Feb 19, 2024

James Edward Barnhill III

James passed away peacefully on February 19, 2024.  He was 60 years old.  James was born in Paducah, Kentucky to James Barnhill II and Rickie Ann Bollinger on February 7, 1964. He attended South Hopkins High School in Nortonville, Kentucky.

Having an artistic eye, James Quickly developed a hunger for music and was an amazing guitar player.  ...

Rodney Vern Nelson

Rodney Vern Nelson

Feb 16, 2024

Rodney Vern Nelson(Rod) lived to be 78 yrs old. He lived in Idaho,Oregon, and Washington. In the past 10yrs he lived in Aberdeen where he grew up. Rod passed away from natural causes early afternoon on February 16 2024. Rod was born on May 10 1945 in Brigham City Utah to Melva Nelson(mother) and Vern Harvey Nelson(father). Rod has 3...

Dana Fred Hall

Dana Fred Hall

Jan 28, 2024

Dana Fred Hall passed away January 28, 2024, at the age of 74. He was born to James and Alta Permann Hall.  He has two sisters, Sheila Hall Miller (Tom) and Sandie Smith.  He was married to Debbie Phillips of which they had two children.  He later married Denise Nelson and accepted two more children as his own.

He is preceded...

Claudia Jean Curry

Claudia Jean Curry

Jan 27, 2024

We mourn the loss of Claudia Jean Bowman Curry, who was born on March 27, 1947, and passed away on January 27, 2024. She was a loving wife to Lloyd Curry for an incredible 55 years and together they built a beautiful life. Claudia and Lloyd were blessed with three sons: Bradley James, Christopher Lloyd, and Peter Michael Curry.

Claudia's entrepreneurial...

Ethan David Beutler

Ethan David Beutler

Jan 20, 2024

Ethan David Beutler, 22, died January 20, 2024 in Preston, Idaho from an automobile accident.

Ethan was born in Logan, Utah on August 7, 2001 and excitedly welcomed into the arms of Brent and Stephanie Beutler, who had been waiting years for him. In turn, Ethan anxiously waited for 5 years for the arrival of his sister, Emma. He spent hours...

Joshua Cade Sorensen

Joshua Cade Sorensen

Jan 18, 2024

Joshua Cade Sorensen, 42, of American Falls, Idaho died on January 18, 2024.  Josh was born on October 11, 1981 to Craig and Patricia Sorensen.  He is survived by his children Tiara, Tyran, Cade and Chance. Family will welcome friends at 10 a.m. Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Power House Christian Fellowship, 2905 Sunbeam Road in American Falls, Idaho  with...

Marshall Payne

Marshall Payne

Jan 18, 2024

American Falls-Marshall William Payne, 77, died Thursday, January 18, 2024, at his home in American Falls, following a short illness.  His family was with him.  Marshall was born and raised in American Falls and was the only child of William “Bill” and Melba (Blaser) Payne.  He was born November 8, 1946.  He attended schools in American Falls, graduating from American...

Jose Elguezabal

Jose Elguezabal

Jan 14, 2024

Jose Martin Elguezabal 86 of Aberdeen, passed away peacefully with his wife and his family by his side on Sunday January 14, 2024, due to recent failing health.  Jose was born December 26, 1937, on a small farm in the Basque Country of Vizcaya, Spain to Martin Elguezabal and Isabel Goricelaya Elguezabal. 

He was raised in the Catholic faith.  At...

Donna Irene Littlefield Jensen

Donna Irene Littlefield Jensen

Jan 13, 2024

Donna Irene Littlefield Jensen, 62 of Rupert, Idaho, was called back to her heavenly home on January 13, 2024, the perfect day to lay down her burdens and begin an everlasting rest.  She was at home when her tired heart stopped.  She is survived by her husband and two siblings.

August 2, 1961, was a beautiful, sunny, day in Pocatello, Idaho...

Joseph C. Christian III

Joseph C. Christian III

Jan 12, 2024

 

Joseph C Christian III passed away Friday, January 12, 2024 in the comfort of his home.  He was 42 years old.  

He was born on February 5, 1981 in Ogden, Utah to Joseph C Christian Jr. and Christine Marie Glass. He graduated from Mount Crest High school in 1998.  He met Heather Facer and her 5 children. He...

Brad DeVere Illum

Brad DeVere Illum

Jan 12, 2024

Brad DeVere Illum, 71, of American Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully in his home on January 12th, 2024.  He battled tongue cancer valiantly and struggled with the effects of his treatment for over a decade.

Brad was born on September 16, 1952, to DeVere and Glenna Illum in Malad, Idaho.  After graduating from Malad High School, Brad moved to Pocatello...

Iris Marie Simms

Iris Marie Simms

Dec 24, 2023

Iris Marie Tuttle Simms passed away Dec. 24, 2023. Iris was born July 26, 1932, to Ernest and Mildren Joslin Tuttle.  She was the third of three daughters.  She married Kenneth L Simms on Dec. 18, 1948.  They have three children, Gary (Diane) Simms, LuAnn Simms West, Larry (Deb) Simms.  She has eleven grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and one great-great...

JoAnn Rose Bauer

JoAnn Rose Bauer

Dec 23, 2023

JoAnn Rose Bauer passed away, Saturday December 23, 2023, in Idaho Falls, Idaho.   A visitation will be from 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. on Thursday December 29 at St John's Lutheran Church in American Falls.  The funeral will follow beginning at 11:30 a.m.  Interment will be that Falls View Cemetery.   A full obituary will be posted when available. To order...

Frances Schmett

Frances Schmett

Dec 21, 2023

Frances Schmett passed from this life, Thursday, December 21, 2023 at her home in American Falls, Idaho. 

Fran was born December 23, 1937, in American Falls, Idaho to Daniel Webster Abbott and Letta Iola Barton.  The family lived in Hegler, Idaho and Wyoming, but in time moved back to Idaho.  Happy to be back where they belonged for they loved...

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