Obituaries

Apr 9, 2024

Gary Mikel Thomas, known affectionately as Mikel, of Post Falls, ID, passed away unexpectedly on April 9th, 2024, at his home in Post Falls. He was born on September 26th, 1986, to his loving parents Gary W. Thomas and Tracy Hedge.Growing up in Coeur d'Alene, ID, Mikel attended Lake City High School and graduated in 2005. He pursued a career...

Apr 2, 2024

Irma Marie Koch, 94, surrounded by her loving family, slipped peacefully into the Lord's hands the evening ofApril 2, 2024.  Her family and friends were so thankful to be able to assure her of their love and her soon destination, during her last 11 days.Irma was welcomed into a fun, large family by Robert Earl Sapp and Stella Louise Meacham...

Apr 1, 2024

Loraine Joann "Lori" Buck, aged 82, passed away peacefully at her home in Coeur d’Alene Idaho,  surrounded by family on Monday, April 1st, 2024.

Lori was welcomed into this world on February 26, 1942, by parents Raymond and Jean Owen in Flagstaff AZ. Following a stint in Canyonville Oregon, the family relocated to San Diego Ca in 1957. Lori soon met...

Mar 30, 2024

Mar 29, 2024

In Loving Memory of Nancy Vaughn Garrett, 88, who went home to be with her Lord and Saviour on March 29, 2024, after a short illness.  She was born on October 8, 1935, in Albany CA.  She was raised in Escalon CA, lived in Modesto CA, spent time in Montana and Oregon, and moved to Post Falls ID in 2015.She...

Mar 24, 2024

Brett Ralston, of Coeur d’ Alene, passed away in his sleep on March 24th, 2024. He was born August 10th, 1972 in Paradise, California and is survived in death by his mother Charlene, brothers Dennis, Scott, and Jon, and his children Cody, Kammron, and Sahvanna. He is preceded in death by his father Donald Ralston. Brett was a lover of the...

Mar 21, 2024

Harley Rickey Mills (89) January 2, 1933 - March 21, 2024 Harley passed away after a long battle with cancer on March 21 while surrounded by his family.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years Myra F (Adams) Mills, his parents Herbert and Bonnie Mills, and his step-son David K. Simpson.  He is survived by his step-children Rose...

Mar 17, 2024

Sandra "Sandie" Jean Abraham (78) May 8, 1945 - March 17, 2024.Our beloved mother, wife, grandma, great-grandma, aunt, and friend took her last breath of Idaho air and her first breath of Heaven's air on March 17, 2024, as she entered into eternity with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She had fallen ill on Thanksgiving Day 2023 and never recovered.  Sandie...

Mar 17, 2024

In Loving Memory of Quentin Neal Andersen



Quentin Neal Andersen, cherished son, brother, grandson, and friend, departed from this world on March 17, 2024, in Hauser, Idaho, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and unwavering dedication. Born on January 25, 1999, in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, to Clinton Andersen and Felicia Buechner, Quentin's life was vibrant and adventurous. He was...

Mar 11, 2024

Big Lou "Louis Garfield" York, age 52, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away on March 11, 2024.Lou was born on September 2, 1971, in Sacramento, California, to Joseph York, Sr. and the lateBonnie Rose Cowan.Lou was a beloved husband to Julie, a cherished father to son Jake and stepson Sean, a dotinggrandfather to Leiia, Scarlet, and Emerald, and a mentor...

Mar 9, 2024

OREY ANTHONY SEYMOUR JR Orey Anthony Seymour Jr, 54, died Saturday March 9,2024 unexpectedly at his Post Falls Home with his family by his side.  He would be celebrating his 55th birthday Friday March 22nd. Orey was born  March 22,1970  in Biloxi Mississipp9i to Orey Anthony Seymour Sr and Melva Joan Fayard.  Orey was proud  t o  be from Biloxi, where he...

Mar 8, 2024

Jerry Bartholomew, age 72, was called to his eternal rest on March 8, 2024, in Post Falls, Idaho.Born on June 28, 1951, in Wichita, Kansas, Jerry's life was a testament to the virtues of humilityand gratitude.A devoted servant to both his country and community, Jerry honorably served in the US Air Force.His military tenure instilled in him a profound sense...

Feb 29, 2024

Our family regrets informing you of the death of our beloved sister.Preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth N. Leggett, she passed peacefully in her sleep on the morning of February 29, 2024, in hospice care in Hayden, Idaho.Until Leukemia altered her story, Suzie Q lived a life of travel adventures, love and devotion to her pets, family and golf....

Feb 27, 2024

Barbara Wimmer Garbinski fell asleep in the Lord on February 27, 2024. She was an inspirational woman beloved by many who valued faith, family, and friends, and who lived every day with love and joy.  She battled pancreatic cancer courageously and passed away peacefully at home at age 82, with her beloved niece by her side.

 Barbara was born April 4,...

Feb 26, 2024

Rayven Scott Oleson, a free and loving spirit, passed away in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho on February 26, 2024. Rayven was an extraordinary man whose love for life, his kindness, and gentle nature will forever be remembered.



Rayven was born on a Monday, January 12th, 1998 in Renton, Washington. It was in Washington that he made many lasting memories and friendships,...

Feb 24, 2024

Edward James Fisher, 70, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2024, surrounded by his loving family following a recent diagnosis and rapid progression of acute myeloid leukemia.

Despite having also battled Parkinson’s for the last five years, Ed remained true to himself to the very end, forever humorous, a committed husband, father, and grandpa, and a fast...

Feb 21, 2024

Our dear mother, Betty Marie (Wolfe) Beltz, passed away on February 21, 2024, at the age of90, after several months of declining health; even so, she was in good spirits to the end. Shewas born June 6, 1933, in Bowling Green, Ohio, the daughter of the late Howard and WanetaWolfe. She was preceded in death by her son, Daniel Lee....

Feb 20, 2024

 Mike Jarrett died on February 20, 2024 at his home in Post Falls. He was born November 24, 1963 to Don and Pat Jarrett at Ramey AFB in Puerto Rico.   Mike grew up in central and northern Idaho and Spokane before moving to Post Falls, Idaho while in high school. He graduated from Post Falls High School in 1982...

Feb 16, 2024

FARNWORTH, Iona Mae (Purcell)

Passed away on February 16, 2024, at the age of 97. She was born in McCloud, California in 1926. Iona graduated from McCloud High School where she was a member of CSF. She later moved to Sacramento to work for Anglo-California National Bank. She was baptized a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints...

Feb 14, 2024

Audrey Straub Schertz passed away on February 14, 2024 at the age of 87. She was born in Whitefish, Montana and raised in Sandpoint, Idaho. She was the oldest of four children in the Evenson family.

Audrey was attending trade school at Spokane Community College when she met Jack Straub. They married in 1958. They built their first house and had...