Obituaries

Charles "Chuck" V. Johnson

Jun 4, 2023

Charles "Chuck" V. Johnson, 82, of Idaho Falls, passed away on June 4, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Derrick Johnson, and grandson, Charleston Webb.

He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Linda Lee (Jensen) Johnson. His children Vince and Gracie Johnson of Rigby, ID, Monte and...

Karon Anne (Woodard) Scott

Jun 3, 2023

Karon Anne Scott, 79, of Shelley, Idaho, passed away June 3, 2023, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

No services are being held.

A full obituary will be posted when it becomes available.

Kristine (Mort) Mutum

Jun 3, 2023

Kristine passed away June 3, 2023, with loved ones by her side, after her battle with cancer.

Kristine was born to Edith and Don Mort on June 27, 1950, in Bremerton, Washington. She was the last of four children, with three older brothers. Her mom was a professional baker, and Kristi loved her pastries and cakes.

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Harold T. Winther

Jun 1, 2023

Harold T. Winther, 91, passed away June 1, 2023, at his home in Iona.

Harold was born July 20, 1931, in Ammon, Idaho, to Thoralf S. and Nora Pugmire Winther. He was the fourth child and only boy born in a family of six girls. He grew up on the family ranch in the mountains at Dehlin,...

Timothy Alan Cramer

May 31, 2023

Timothy Alan Cramer died peacefully at his home in Ririe, Idaho, surrounded by family, a year ago on May 31, 2023. Born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska, on July 25, 1957, Tim was a dedicated Nebraska Cornhusker.

Tim suffered from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. For those who really knew Tim, he...

Bonnie Lou (Miller) Conger

May 31, 2023

Bonnie Lou Miller Conger, 73, of Idaho Falls, passed away peacefully at her home on May 31, 2023.

Bonnie was born on March 10, 1950, in Ogden, Utah, to Charles Raymond Miller and Betty Lou Barrow Miller. She attended schools in Ogden and graduated from Ben Lomond High School.

On June 21, 1968, Bonnie married...

Patricia Ann (Kedney) Vrooman

May 31, 2023

Patricia Ann Vrooman, 70, of Ammon, Idaho, passed away peacefully, May 31, 2023, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

Patricia was born January 3, 1953, in Port Chester, New York, to John Kedney and Adamarie Waitszier Kedney. Her family owned a luncheonette in Rye, New York, where Patricia first learned responsibility through helping others. She grew up...

Mary Mabel (Haskell) Bingham

May 31, 2023

Mary Mabel Haskell Bingham, 96, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, passed away May 31, 2023, at her own home in the care of her two daughters.

Mabel was born April 8, 1927, in Pocatello, Idaho, to William Bunce Haskell and Lillian Marie Sewell Haskell. She graduated from Bell High School in Los Angeles, California, where she was honored...

Charles R. Gardner

May 31, 2023

Charles (Charlie) Robert Gardner, 60, of Shelley, Idaho, passed away May 31, 2023, at his home. He was under the care of Solace Hospice

Charlie was born May 12, 1963, in Cortland, New York, to William Gardner Sr. and Mary Dunn Gardner. He grew up in Etna, New York, and graduated from Dryden High School.

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Carl Gene Johnson

May 31, 2023

Carl Gene Johnson, 71, of Idaho Falls, passed away May 31, 2023, at his home. He was under the care of One Source Hospice.

Private family services will be held.

Amy (Heath) Smith

May 30, 2023

Amy T. Smith, 58, of Idaho Falls, passed away May 30, 2023 at Idaho Falls Community Hospital. She was under the care of Aspen Hospice where she received final farewells from an abundance of her loving friends and family.

Amy was born March 30, 1965, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Thomas Heath and Marcy Harmon Severen. She...

Richard Wagner

May 30, 2023

With sadness and faith, we announce the peaceful passing of Richard “Dick” Wagner, aged 90. Dick was born on April 30, 1933, to Lawrence and Mary Wagner in Spokane, Washington.

After completing his secondary education at Gonzaga Preparatory School in Spokane, Dick attended Seattle University and studied physics. After completing his education, Dick moved to Idaho Falls,...

Donnie Hudson

May 29, 2023

Donnie Ray Hudson, 81, of Idaho Falls, passed away May 29, 2023, at Lily & Syringa Assisted Living Center in Idaho Falls.

Donnie was born July 9, 1941, in Kentucky to Guy Franklin Hudson and Dora Etta Hughes. He grew up and attended schools in Kentucky.

Donnie married Mary Will Bell. They made their home...

Larry Roger Carlson

May 29, 2023

Larry Roger Carlson, 81, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, passed away early on Monday, May 29, 2023, at his home.

Larry was born on February 22, 1942, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Emil Axel Carlson and Lillian Smith Carlson. He attended Emerson, Central, and O.E. Bell schools and graduated from Idaho Falls High School with the grand Class...

Julie Ann (Christiansen) Tomechko

May 28, 2023

On the peaceful Sunday evening, the 28th of May, Julie Ann Christiansen Tomechko, 60, of Swan Valley, Idaho, passed away at home with her beloved husband at her side. We will hold Julie in our hearts until we can hold her again in heaven.

Julie was born on August 21, 1962, to Rosie Viola (Bird) and Wayne...

Scott Alan Nix

May 28, 2023

Scott Alan Nix, 58, of Idaho Falls, passed away on May 28, 2023, at his home with the love of his life, Jody, and his beautiful daughter, Kara, by his side. He was also surrounded by many loving family members.

His battle was fought quietly, courageously, and with utter selflessness. Scott maintained hope and positivity throughout his...

Verla (Patterson) Olsen

May 27, 2023

Verla Patterson Olsen was born March 26, 1930, in West Point, Utah, to William Leonard Patterson and Edith Elda Holley Patterson, and passed away Saturday, May 27, 2023, at the age of 93, in Idaho Falls, Idaho.

Verla graduated from Burley High School in 1948. She married her sweetheart, Robert Bruce Olsen, of Iona, Idaho, on October...

Thelma "Jeri" G. (Mcghee) Roberts

May 27, 2023

Thelma "Jeri" G. Roberts, 83, of Idaho Falls, passed away May 27, 2023, at Lincoln Court Retirement Community.

Thelma is survived by her daughters, Deborah and Michelle Rapoza; and friends, Renee Jones and Cindy Martin of Idaho Falls, ID.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Cheryl Blankenship.

No services will be...

Leola Virginia (Whitney) Parsons

May 25, 2023

Leola Parsons, 94, of Idaho Falls, passed away 25 May 2023, at Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living. She was under the care of Hands of Hope Hospice and her loving family.

Leola Virginia Whitney was born 1 March 1929, at Marietta, Ohio, to parents, Hensel Whitney and Grace Johnson Whitney. She grew up in the rolling wooded hills...

Madalyn Rae (Welsh) Smith

May 24, 2023

Madalyn Rae Smith passed away just weeks before her 27th birthday at her home next to the love of her life and her beautiful children. They were surrounded by friends and family. This was far too soon, but everyone knew Maddy had lived every day with urgency. She loved deeply and showed sincere interest in everyone. She could overpower...