Obituaries

Edythe Leanna (Turner) Tisdale

Sep 3, 2024

Edythe LeAnna Turner Tisdale, 81, of Idaho Falls, passed away September 3, 2024, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

Edythe was born March 16, 1943, in Salina, Kansas, to Sheldon and Ruth Turner. She grew up and attended schools in Salina and graduated from Salina High School.

On December 29, 1963, she married Walter Southon...

Kwan Wing Tsang

Sep 3, 2024

Kwan Wing Tsang passed away September 3, 2024.

Private family services will be held.

Brenda K. (Strom) Rhoades

Sep 2, 2024

Brenda K. Rhoades, 73, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2024, at her home in Salmon, Idaho, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on August 11, 1951, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Brenda was the cherished daughter of Kenneth and Geraldine (Jerry) Strom.

Growing up in the close-knit community of New Sweden,...

Allan Robert Bringhurst

Sep 2, 2024

Allan Robert Bringhurst of Idaho Falls returned to his Heavenly Father on September 2, 2024. He was surrounded by his wife and family and passed peacefully after a prolonged struggle with Alzheimer’s.

Allan was born on April 30, 1943, in Payson, Utah, to Robert R. and Helen Tipton Bringhurst. He grew up in Springville, Utah, and had...

Doris "Grandma Sue" Grace (Rhoads) Millen

Sep 1, 2024

Doris “Grandma Sue” Grace Millen, 75, of Idaho Falls, passed away September 1, 2024, at Teton Healthcare of Cascadia.

Sue was born July 26, 1949, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, to Smokey Rhoads and Alice May Williams Rhoads. She grew up and attended schools in Shoshoni, Wyoming and graduated from Shoshoni High School. Growing up, Sue traveled all over...

Tammy (Getsinger) Landon

Sep 1, 2024

Tamara Kay Landon, 66, of Idaho Falls, passed away September 1, 2024, at her daughter’s home in Terreton, Idaho. She was under the care of her loving family and Brio Home Health and Hospice.

Tammy was born December 23, 1957, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Robert Keith Getsinger and Shirley Lou Garland. She grew up and attended...

Lynn Lavern Kelsey

Aug 31, 2024

Lynn Lavern Kelsey, 65, of Rigby, passed away August 31, 2024, at Idaho Falls Community Hospital.

Lynn was born March 6, 1959, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Billie Reynolds and Nina Vermoine Bradley Reynolds, who were later divorced. In 1965, Nina remarried Charles David Kelsey, who adopted and raised Lynn and his brothers. He grew up and...

Burke Delbert Ellis

Aug 30, 2024

Burke Delbert Ellis, a cherished son, brother, father, and friend, passed away on August 30, 2024, at Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello, Idaho, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on September 14, 1983, in Pullman, Washington, to Rex and Karen Ellis, Burke grew up in Chubbuck, Idaho. From an early age, he was known for his free-spirited...

James Richard "Jim" Burt

Aug 30, 2024

James Richard “Jim” Burt, 77, of Idaho Falls, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 30, 2024, at Idaho Falls Community Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. A man of many talents and unwavering dedication, Jim’s life was a testament to service, innovation, and family.

Early Life and Education

Born on September 1, 1946, in Portland,...

Justin Joel Nelson

Aug 29, 2024

Justin Joel Nelson, 22, of Idaho Falls, passed away August 29, 2024, at his home.

Justin was born March 20, 2002, in St. George, Utah, to Clint L. Nelson and Lizzet Maria Cordona Moreno Nelson. He grew up and attended schools in Idaho Falls. He attended Falls Valley Elementary and graduated from Skyline High School.

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Barbara Ann "Bobi" (Buhler) Smith Vigliotti

Aug 29, 2024

Barbara Ann Buhler Smith Vigliotti, affectionately known as “Bobi,” was born on July 10, 1951, in Wendell, Idaho, to Merald Taylor Buhler and Betty Lou Church Buhler. Raised in Shoshone and Wendell, she was the third of five children. Bobi cherished her childhood, her love of horses, and her deep connection with family and friends.

After graduating...

Lacy (Rucker) Allphin

Aug 28, 2024

Lacy Rucker Allphin (42), after a courageous three-year battle, peacefully succumbed to lung cancer in her home surrounded by her family and father on August 28, 2024. Born on August 23, 1982, in Mesa, Arizona, Lacy's life was not nearly long enough, but was filled with love and adventure. She spread joy to all who knew her.

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Deanna Shawneen "Shawn" (Hudman) Anderson

Aug 27, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Deanna Shawneen "Shawn" Hudman Anderson. On August 27, 2024, at the age of 84 years after a short battle with cancer, she passed away peacefully in her sleep with her two daughters by her side.

Her daughters wish to send a special thank...

Michael Matthew Fuson

Aug 27, 2024

Michael Matthew Fuson, 75, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, passed away on August 27, 2024, with his daughter, Nicole Fuson Hill, by his side.

Michael was born June 21, 1949, in Boulder City, Nevada, to Norma Shirley Mathews and Theodore Feldman. He lived in Las Vegas, Nevada, until 1952. He moved to Santa Monica, California, then the San...

William F. Pickerill

Aug 26, 2024

William F. Pickerill, 85, of Idaho Falls, passed away August 26, 2024, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

William was born September 20, 1938, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Dean  Pickerill and Wilma Legion Pickerill. He graduated from Great Bend High School.

In May 1961, he join the United States Navy where he became a Machinist...

Anna Carlotta (Stevens) Hunter

Aug 25, 2024

Anna Carlotta Hunter, 81, of Idaho Falls, passed into the arms of her Lord and Savior Christ Jesus on August 25, 2024, at Teton Healthcare of Cascadia. She was under the care of Aspen Home Health & Hospice and her loving family.

Anna was born September 27, 1942, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Heber Russell Stevens and...

Rosa Vazquez Moreno

Aug 25, 2024

Rosa Vazquez Moreno, de 88 años, de Idaho Falls, falleció el 25 de agosto de 2024 en su casa. Estaba bajo el cuidado de Hospice of Eastern Idaho.

Rosa nació el 9 de septiembre de 1935 en Monterrey, Nuevo León, México, hija de Fidel Vazquez y Ana Moreno Vazquez. Creció y asistió a escuelas en Monterrey, México....

Ronald "Ron" Wayne Obendorf

Aug 25, 2024

Ronald Wayne Obendorf died on August 25, 2024, in Idaho Falls after a well-fought battle with Alzheimer's Disease. He was 78 years old. Ron's passing leaves a void in the hearts of his family members and many friends. Ron was a father figure to those who knew him best and he made friends with so many of the people...

Elizabeth Ashley Howard

Aug 23, 2024

Elizabeth Ashley burst into this life on June 18, 1985, filled with joy, energy, and creativity. As the baby of the family, Elizabeth was doted on by her siblings, as she brought a new excitement to our home.

At the age of three, Elizabeth became an aunt and filled the role perfectly!  As more nieces and nephews...

Lois Elaine (Herd) Hoffman-Mack

Aug 23, 2024

Lois Elaine Herd Hoffman-Mack, 94, of Idaho Falls, passed away Friday, August 23, 2024, peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family.

Lois was born on August 5, 1930, in Pocatello, Idaho, to loving parents, Clarence Knowles Herd and Mary Elmyrta Ames Herd. Lois grew up in Ogden, Utah and Pocatello, Idaho, then moved to Idaho Falls,...