Obituaries

Shirley Michelle (Stevenson) Windedahl

Jan 17, 2025

Shirley Michelle Windedahl, 90, of Idaho Falls, passed away January 17, 2025, at Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living Community.

No public services will be held at this time.

Ann Lynn (Martin) Barnett

Jan 17, 2025

Ann Lynn Martin Barnett, 77, of Idaho Falls, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, surrounded by the family she cherished so deeply. She left this world as she lived her life, anchored in love, resilience, and devotion to those who meant everything to her.

Born on September 16, 1947, in Bozeman, Montana, to Lynn Merrel Martin...

Kenna (Peirsol) Howard

Jan 15, 2025

Kenna Laureen Howard (Peirsol), of Iona, passed away January 15, 2025, at Idaho Falls Community Hospital at the age of 60, following a courageous battle with congestive heart failure.

Born August 8, 1964, to Harold and Dolores Peirsol in Nampa, Idaho, Kenna was the second of 10 children and was baptized at the First Christian Church in...

Sandy (Daniels) Beery

Jan 15, 2025

Sandra "Sandy" Daniels Beery, 71, of Pocatello, Idaho, passed away peacefully at her home on January 15, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Sandy was born June 20, 1953, in Pocatello, Idaho, to David D. Daniels Jr. and Evelyn MacNeil. She grew up in Pocatello, Shoshone, and other parts of Idaho, graduating from Highland High School before...

Terri Y. Alderette

Jan 13, 2025

Terri Y. Alderette, 72, of Idaho Falls, passed away January 13, 2025, while under the care of her loving family.

Terri was born July 7, 1952, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Eva Alderette, graduated from Del Norte High School, and then married John Lowell Crayne. Together, they made Native American Jewelry and raised their daughter, Tera. After...

Wes Jones

Jan 12, 2025

Wesley D. Jones, 86, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, suddenly and peacefully passed away January 12, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.

Wes was born July 14, 1938, in Pocatello, Idaho. He attended school in Buhl, and graduated from Twin Falls High School, excelling in sports. He was offered scholarships both for baseball in California, and...

Willa "Kitty" (Moore) Traughber

Jan 11, 2025

Kitty was born September 5, 1935, to Jack Aubrey and Katherine Estelle (Hoffman) Moore at home in DeKalb, Texas.  She spent many years living in places across the USA, but Texas was always home to her until her marriage to Dan Traughber in 1954, when they moved to Dan’s hometown near Swan Valley. Farming became her unpaid job, feeding...

Veloe (Murdock) Brasier

Jan 11, 2025

Veloe Murdock Brasier, 87, of Ucon, passed peacefully on January 11, 2025, in Idaho Falls, surrounded by her family.

Veloe was born February 18, 1937, in Rexburg, Idaho, to Russell Curtis Murdock and Bertha Barker Murdock. She grew up in Driggs, Idaho, where her family ran a farm. She worked very hard alongside her parents and siblings....

Kelly Lea (Wall) Barron

Jan 10, 2025

Kelly Lea Barron, 57, of Idaho Falls, passed away January 10, 2025, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. She was under the care of Aspen Home Health & Hospice.

Kelly was born February 23, 1967, in Durango, Colorado, to Melvin G. Wall and Margaret Hill Wall. She grew up and attended schools in Colorado, and Ashton, Idaho,...

Richard "Rich" Leroy Mcisaac

Jan 9, 2025

Following a battle with pancreatic cancer, Richard LeRoy McIsaac, passed away comfortably at home in Idaho Falls, Idaho, on January 9, 2025, at the age of 69.

Rich worked in the communication service industry as a technician, before and after a time of living on the wild side. A fun fact is that two of his family...

Tran King

Jan 9, 2025

Tran Robert King passed away on January 9, 2025, at home surrounded by family. Tran was not large in stature, but he was bigger than life. He was a dreamer and a doer.

He was born in 1939 to Robert and Hazel King. Tran grew up in Ventura, California, having very close relationships with his grandparents, as...

Wendy Kim Banks

Jan 9, 2025

Wendy Kim Banks, 65, of Idaho Falls, passed away January 9, 2025, at Eagle Rock Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia. She was under the care of Aspen Home Health & Hospice.

Wendy was born April 17, 1959, in Modesto, California, to William Banks and Evagene Lester. She was raised by Eva and Burnis Bratcher. She grew up...

Jill Ane (Warren) Hansen

Jan 8, 2025

Jill Ane Hansen was born August 23, 1972, in Silverton, Idaho. As a small child, Jill moved to northern California with her family. Jill grew up in Redding, California, where she attended local schools and eventually graduated from Central Valley High School in Shasta Lake City. Jill enjoyed academics and was a cheerleader. Shortly after graduating, Jill began working...

Burdell "Andy" Clifton Anderson

Jan 8, 2025

Dad was born to Clifford and Mabel Anderson on August 1, 1934, in Nora Township, Pope County, Minnesota. He moved to Spokane, Washington, with his mother after his father passed away in 1943. In 1951, Dad met our Mom when they were involved in nurse's training. They were married in Spokane on December 28 in 1952. He joined the...

David James Tagg

Jan 7, 2025

David James Tagg, 73, of Idaho Falls, passed away January 7, 2025, at home surrounded by family. He was under the care of Enhabit Hospice.

David was born October 10, 1951, in Oceanside, New York, to James and Margaret Tagg. He grew up and attended schools in New York.

David made his home in New...

Sharon Fae (Curtis) Leatham

Jan 7, 2025

Sharon Fae Curtis Leatham, 83, of Idaho Falls, passed away January 7, 2025, at Idaho Falls Community Hospital of an extended illness. Sharon was born on December 12, 1941, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Wesley Bemis Curtis and Juanita Jones Curtis. She grew up in Jameston, Idaho, where she attended the local schools and graduated from Shelley High School...

Edison Franco

Jan 7, 2025

Edison P. Franco, 63, of Antioch, California, passed away January 7, 2025, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. He was under the care of his loving family and Aspen Home Health & Hospice.

Edison was born December 18, 1961, in Manila, Philippines, to Maximino  Franco and Cecilia Varanauskas. He grew up and attended schools in Manila and...

Kaylob M. Rice

Jan 6, 2025

Kaylob Micheal Rice, 24, of Idaho Falls, suddenly passed away January 6, 2025, in California.

Kaylob was born November 10, 2000, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Anna Maria Rice-Jones and Guy Groth. He grew up in Idaho Falls and attended Temple View Elementary, Sandcreek Junior High, Hillcrest High School, and graduated from Saint Anthony.

He...

Thelma Jean (Mitchum) Lema

Jan 6, 2025

Thelma Jean “TJ” Lema, 64, of Blackfoot, Idaho, beloved mother, nana, sister, friend, and aunt, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a woman of boundless love and compassion, known for her open-door policy and her unwavering dedication to the people in her life.

TJ was born on March 25,...

Sam Coronado

Jan 6, 2025

Samuel Coronado, 64, of Idaho Falls, passed away January 6, 2025, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

Sam was born October 16, 1960, in Lubbock, Texas, to Pedro Coronado and Candelaria Camacho Coronado. He grew up and attended schools in Hereford, Texas.

In June 1977, he married Laura Ann Guardipee in Blackfoot, Idaho. Sam and...