Obituaries

Nov 4, 2025

Stephen Thomas Lusk (1946-2025)

Stephen Thomas Lusk, 79, of Arbon, Idaho, peacefully passed away in his home on November 4, 2025. He was born in Pocatello, Idaho on March 3, 1946 to David Wayne Lusk and Bette Anne Neilsen Lusk. A few years later, he was joined by his sister, Sue, and his brother, Dave. He attended...

Nov 3, 2025

Gary Neil Gunter, 90, of McCammon, Idaho, passed away peacefully at home on November 3, 2025.   He was born on November 26, 1934, in Pocatello, Idaho.

Gary grew up in Robin, Ogden, and McCammon. He grew up spending a lot of time with his Capell cousins, who were like brothers to him. Together they shared many adventures...

Nov 2, 2025

Allen Ronald Thurston, 72, of Niter, Idaho passed away on November 2, 2025, at his home on Highway 34.  Born on December 10th, 1952, to James Noral and Geraldine Palmer Thurston.

Allen was a beloved brother, husband, father, and grandfather who dedicated his life to his family, faith, and quietly trying to better the world.

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Oct 27, 2025

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Oct 23, 2025

Erica Eileen Giles, 48, passed away unexpectedly on October 23, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and light that will forever live in the hearts of those who knew her.

Born to Ruth Eileen Williams and Farrel Dale Williams, Erica grew up surrounded by family and faith, carrying her wild spirit and kind heart into...

Oct 20, 2025

Arimo, Idaho — Nora Louise Howe Bellon, 90, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Quail Ridge Assisted Living in Pocatello, Idaho.

Louise was born on January 8, 1935, in Arimo, Idaho, the second child of Leonard and Iva Howe. She was raised in Robin and Arimo, where she enjoyed time with cousins, riding bikes, and...

Oct 4, 2025

Ilean Corbridge was born on June 18, 1928, on a ranch near Red Rock Junction, Idaho. Her father was mowing hay with her brother, Gordon, when a white dishtowel was waved from the ranch house, a signal to hitch up the buggy and go to Malad for the doctor. Ilean was the fifth of six children born to Thomas...

Oct 2, 2025

Chris Wendell Bowen, 63, passed away on October 2nd, 2025, at his home in St. John, Idaho, after a long and courageous battle with a rare illness.

Chris was born December 12, 1961, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Leland and Patsy Bowen. He spent his childhood between Pocatello and Tremonton, Utah, graduating from Bear River High School.

Sep 30, 2025

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Sep 25, 2025

Max Frederick Park, 81, of Malad, Idaho, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 25, 2025, in Eagle, Idaho.

He was born on April 17, 1944, in Murray, Utah, to Earl LeRoy Park and Naomi Wanda Frederick. Max married his sweetheart, Noreen Crump, on February 12, 1965, in Riverton, Utah. Together, they raised three children: Paulette,...

Sep 25, 2025

Mary Ronda Barnes was born June 29, 1949, in Malad City, Idaho. She was born to parents LaMar and Lila Lewis Barnes. Ronda spent her first year or so living in Malad with her mother, while her father worked on the farm and built their home. He came to Malad on weekends when things weren't busy. By 1951 they...

Sep 24, 2025

Alfred (Al) Olson, aged 99, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 24, 2025, in Ogden Utah.

He was born on July 17, 1926, at home, in Oxford Idaho, to Ernest Alexander Olson and Clara Alzina Hatch Olson. He was raised in Oxford and graduated from Downey High School where he met his sweetheart Ida Mae...

Sep 15, 2025

Tye Jason Bloomingkemper set his soul free on Monday, September 15, at the age of 49.

Tye was born in Twin Falls, Idaho, on his mother's birthday, July 25, 1976. He grew up in Pocatello, where his adventurous spirit first took root. As a child, he could be found in the mountains with friends, catching snakes, climbing...

Sep 12, 2025

Myra Jean Williams John, 94, longtime resident of Malad, Idaho, passed away peacefully September 12, 2025, in Rexburg, Idaho. Myra Jean was born October 30, 1930, to John M. (Blackjack) and Mary Evans Williams in Malad. She was the first of nine children and as a child helped with raising her siblings, Mavis, Carolyn, Rochelle, Jack, Brent, Sondra, Dwight,...

Sep 12, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Lon W Atkinson, age 67, on September 12, 2025. A man whose laughter was loud and infectious, Lonny was a beloved father, brother, and friend.

Lonny was born in Ogden Ut in 1958, as child number 3 of 6 children. For his young adult life, he...

Sep 11, 2025

KAREN L. OLSEN 1946–2025

Alice Karen Hall Lindley Olsen, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully in her home in Weston, Idaho, on September 11, 2025.

Karen was born on June 8, 1946, to Thomas Bradshaw Lindley and Leatha Nuttall Hall Lindley. She was the youngest of six children and had...

Sep 11, 2025

Malad, Idaho- Sylvia Gayle Hill, aged 94, passed away in Ogden, Utah.  She left this life on Thursday September 11, 2025.  She was born to parents William Alexander Hill and Sylvia Williams Hill on July 30, 1931 in Samaria, Idaho.  She was raised in Samaria and graduated from Malad High School.  She attended the St. Benedicts School of Nursing...

Sep 1, 2025

It is with deep love and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Athena Kay Boel, who peacefully departed this life on September 1st, 2025, at the age of 70.

Athena was a devoted wife, mother, a beloved grandmother, and a faithful servant of the Lord. She is survived by her husband, four loving children and...

Aug 31, 2025

Landon Tucker Ward was born 6 January 2006 in Apple Valley, California, and passed away on 31 August 2025 in Twin Falls, Idaho.

He was the first born child and son of Christopher Ryan Ward and Stefanie Leigh Tucker Ward. They love him so much. He was a very active child and learned new things quickly throughout...

Aug 30, 2025

Gary Robert Fesler of Malad, Idaho, passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the age of 74. After many years of living with pain and health challenges, he is now at peace.

Gary was born on November 13, 1950, in Yankton, South Dakota, to Mary Lenore (Lee) and Clarence Leighton Fesler. He proudly served his country...