Obituaries

Jul 4, 2020

Kathleen Edith Schmitt, 66, passed away in the early morning of July 4, 2020, in Idaho Falls, Idaho.

Kathleen was born on January 19, 1954, in Seattle, Washington, to Martin Claire "Derk" Derksema and Lois Cleo Derksema (McMullen). She grew up in Seattle, where she also gave birth to her daughter and twin sons, before moving to...

Jul 3, 2020

After a short battle with cancer, Stanley T. Fenn passed away July 3, 2020, at home, surrounded by his loving family.

Stan was born April 6, 1944, to Richard and Margaret (McHarg) Fenn in Osceola, Iowa. He grew up on the family farm in Murray, Iowa, where he said he learned to drive a tractor at age...

Jul 3, 2020

Katherine Cowgill Bare, age 85, of Terreton, passed away on July 3, 2020.

Katherine was born on April 17, 1935, in Roberts, ID, to Lincoln and Leona Long Cowgill.  She grew up in Howe and was the second oldest of six children. She attended schools in Howe and Arco, Idaho.

Katherine married Bobbie Claude Bare...

Jul 2, 2020

Jacob Philip Shumway O’Haver, 33, of Idaho Falls, passed away July 2, 2020, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

Jacob was born October 16, 1986, in Mesa, Arizona, to Russell Joel O’Haver and Wanda Lenette Shumway O’Haver. He grew up and attended schools in Gilbert, Arizona, and graduated from Gilbert High School.

On November 8,...

Jul 2, 2020

Judy Ann Rawson, 72, of Idaho Falls, passed away on July 2, 2020, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center with her loved ones by her side.  Judy was a mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, great mother and beloved friend to many.

Judy was born on September 6, 1947, in Portland, Oregon, and lived in many places as a...

Jul 1, 2020

Jesica Lynn Foster, 33, of Idaho Falls, returned to her Father in Heaven on July 1, 2020.

Jesica was born in Rexburg, Idaho, on May 19, 1987, to Daniel Razzo Estrada and Sherri Lynn Estrada.

She grew up and attended schools in Utah where she graduated from Copper Hills High School and went on to...

Jul 1, 2020

Brent Jack Morgan, loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, passed away unexpectedly on the morning of July 1, 2020, while at his cabin in Palisades, Idaho. He peacefully returned to his Father in Heaven where we are sure a joyous reunion took place with his parents, his...

Jun 30, 2020

Loretta Frances Roginski "Ninnie", 89, passed away at her home in Ammon, Idaho, on June 30, 2020.

She was born April 16, 1931, in Glassmere, Pennsylvania, to Alexander and Veronica (Ostrowski) Roginski. She was the youngest of five children.

Loretta was a beautician in New Kensington, Pennsylvania, for over 35 years. She enjoyed people and...

Jun 28, 2020

Gary Alan Hoffer was born in American Falls, Idaho, on May 27, 1964, to Lloyd and Marilyn Hoffer. He passed away in Idaho Falls, Idaho, on June 28, 2020.

Gary was raised in Idaho, moving to Heyburn when he was about seven with his older brother, Nolan, and younger sister, Deena. He attended Heyburn Elementary where he...

Jun 28, 2020

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After 99 years Eva Blatter Blaylock was released from earthly life, peacefully in her sleep, on June 28, 2020.

Eva was born April 21, 1921, in Ammon, Idaho, to William and Olga Blatter. She attended schools in Montana, graduating in 1939. Eva...

Jun 26, 2020

Leslie Ann Rockwood, 63, of Idaho Falls, passed away June 26, 2020, at her home. She was under the care of Solace Hospice and her loving family.

Leslie was born July 29, 1956, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Loy James Smout and Velma LaRae Freeman Smout. She was the youngest of six children. Leslie grew up and...

Jun 25, 2020

Roger Morgan, 73, of Idaho Falls, passed away June 25, 2020, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

Roger was born December 25, 1946, in Minidoka County, Idaho, to Warren Courtney Morgan and Opal Winnett  Morgan. He grew up and attended schools in Rupert, Idaho, and graduated from Minidoka High School. He went on to attend Twin Falls...

Jun 25, 2020

Ivan Luis Vega, 23, of Idaho Falls, passed away June 25, 2020, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

Ivan was born September 17, 1996, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Jose Luis  Vega Rodriguez and Angelina Marie Blair-Vega.  He grew up and attended Ethel Boyes and Hawthorne Elementary and Rocky Mountain Middle School.

He was a...

Jun 24, 2020

On June 24, 2020, after 71 years of living an unforgettable life, Frank L. “Larrie” Fitch passed from this world leaving the Frank Fitch Gun Club with one less member. He did not want any of us to make a big fuss or mourn for him. However, there are so many people in this big world that are missing...

Jun 22, 2020

Lacinda “Cindy” Carson Miller, 62, of Idaho Falls, passed away June 22, 2020, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

Cindy was born April 30, 1958, in Yakima, Washington, to Carson Mundis and Lucille Moss Mundis. She grew up in Goldendale, Washington, and attended Goldendale High School. In 1975, she moved to Idaho Falls, Idaho, and attended and...

Jun 22, 2020

William Lyman “Bill” Floyd, born April 9, 1930, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2020, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls, Idaho.

He was born to Lyman Earl and Florence Taylor Floyd in Driggs, Idaho. He lived a vibrant, youthful life in his early years in Driggs. His family moved to Boise when Bill...

Jun 21, 2020

Edward Ryan Frostrom, 61, of Idaho Falls, passed away June 21, 2020, at Western Peaks Hospital in Utah.

Edward was born May 9, 1959, to Grace Marie Frostrom in Boise, Idaho. He married Kathleen Denise Ferry on July 26, 1991, in Boise, and went on to work as a service manager for Utility Trailer Sales in Idaho...

Jun 20, 2020

Steven Richard Watkins, 43, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2020, in Provo, Utah, after a valiant and courageous battle with major health issues over the past several years.

Steven was born June 25, 1976, to John C. Watkins and Lee Ann Soderstrom Watkins in San Diego, California. He spent most of his life in Idaho Falls and...

Jun 18, 2020

Robert Dee “Bob” Williamson, 74, Ammon, Idaho, quietly passed away in his sleep on June 18, 2020.

Bob was born September 15, 1945, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to David O. and Edith M. (Nielsen) Williamson. He was the fourth of their five children. He attended and played football at Utah State University and Oregon Institute of...

Jun 17, 2020

Venna Mirle Gifford Rockwood, 87, of Iona, passed away June 17, 2020, at Lincoln Court Retirement Community. She was under the care of Encompass Home Health & Hospice and her loving family.

Venna was born December 17, 1932, in Payne, Idaho, to Milo Gifford and Ruby Pearl Elder Gifford. She grew up and attended schools in Osgood,...