Local Obituaries for Post Falls, Rathdrum, Kootenai County & Surrounding Areas
Deanna Charlene Larkin
Aug 31, 2025
Deanna C. Larkin was born on August 26th 1945 in Coeur d Alene Idaho to Charlie and Martha Calkins. She has one surviving sister Darlene Williams, Coeur d Alene, ID and a half sister who has passed a while back Thelma Nettleton, Sandpoint, ID. Deanna’s date of passing was August 31st, 2025.
She blessed the family with two daughters, Alison McArthur...
Anita Kay Poland
Aug 22, 2025
Anita Kay (Van Dyke) Poland
(February 25,1931-August 22, 2025)
Anita Kay (Van Dyke) Poland, 94, of Post Falls, ID, passed into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, August 22, 2025 in Spokane, WA.
Anita was born in Los Angeles, CA to Charles Jason Van Dyke and Violet (Tootsie) Marie (Tripp) Van Dyke. She grew up during the great...
Dolores Irene McConkey
Aug 21, 2025
Dolores Reese Mattheis McConkey was born in Graceton, Minnesota, on November 10, 1929. She was the oldest of seven children born to Allen and Leola Reese.
Her family moved to Streeter, North Dakota to help her grandfather on his farm. She graduated high school in Streeter as valedictorian and gained 3 Doctorates in college. She was chosen as one of forty...
Charles William Bolton
Aug 20, 2025
In Loving Memory of Charles William “Chuck” Bolton, 1941-2025
Charles William Bolton, fondly known as “Chuck”, was born on May 5, 1941, in Butte, Montana, and passed away at the age of 84 on August 20, 2025, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, surrounded by his family, who lovingly held his hands and encouraged him to be at peace.
Chuck is survived by his...
Clifford Ryan Thomas
Aug 15, 2025
Clifford Ryan Thomas 37 years old Clifford Ryan Thomas (Clippy, Bubs, Bubba), resident of Athol Idaho. Born to Janet and Cliff Thomas on May 24th, 1988, in San Luis Obispo California. Went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 15th, 2025, surrounded by his family that loved him so dearly.
Clifford moved to Missouri as a...
Duaine L Johnson
Aug 11, 2025
Duaine Lemoyne Johnson, a retired Master Sergeant of the U.S. Air Force, passed away in Post Falls, ID on August 11,2025 at the age of 93. He was born November 18, 1931 in Cando, North Dakota to parents Samuel F. Johnson and Ragnhild K. Fosaaen.
Duaine grew up on a farm in Eagle Bend, Minnesota and was close to younger siblings...
Ayden William Rush
Aug 10, 2025
Gone Too SoonAyden William Rush, 21, of Priest River, Idaho, passed away tragically in a car accident on Sunday, August 10, 2025. He was born on January 8, 2004, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, to his mother, Candace Rush of Priest River, and father, Robert Hood of Athol.Ayden was engaged to his longtime girlfriend and best friend, Hannah Larson. Together, they...
Brother Maurice Mansfield
Aug 3, 2025
Brother Maurice was born on January 9,1941 to Cecile and Elbridge Mansfield in Nashua, N.H.
He had a great desire for religious life and was professed into the Discalced Carmelite Friars on February 9,1965.
In the next years some of the Friars had a strong desire for a more secluded "Desert Community" Order - Hermits
of Mount Carmel. The first hermitage from this...
Michael Karl Parker
Jul 27, 2025
Michael Karl Parker, 35
Born to Michael Wayne Parker Sr. and Marla Louise Martenka on July 17, 1990 at Camp Pendleton in California, where he joined his big brother and best friend Matthew. Growing up, Michael enjoyed bow hunting, fishing, and duck hunting. Not too many years later, he was joined by his baby brother Markus. The three of them were...
Jasper Lee Blessing-Hull
Jul 24, 2025
Jasper passed away peacefully July 24, 2025 in Coeur D Alene, Idaho.
Jasper will be remembered for defying all the odds. He was joyful, and enjoyed all life had to offer. He had a dark sense of humor and was adventurous. He brightened every room he entered. He was loved by all who met him. He enjoyed so many things such...
Sharon Noack Lindquist
Jul 22, 2025
Sharon Elsie (Hall) Noack-Lindquist died on July 22, 2025 in Spokane Valley, Washington. She was 90 years old.
Sharon was born on April 21, 1935 in Taber, Alberta, Canada to David Elmer Hall and Lillis (Birch) Hall. She was the fifth of six children. Sharon married Russell Lynn Noack on September 18, 1953 in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...
Regina Marie Lind
Jul 21, 2025
Regina Marie Lind, born on October 29, 1960, in Goldendale, Washington, passed away on July 21, 2025, in Coeur d'Alene. A cherished member of her community and family, Regina's life was marked by love, friendship, and an unyielding spirit.
Regina graduated from Goldendale High School, laying the foundation for a life filled with learning and adventure. Her passions were manifold; she...
Bonnie Deemaris Carlson
Jul 20, 2025
Bonnie D Thomson Carlson August 4, 1939 – July 20, 2025
Our dear sweet Bonnie went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ July 20, 2025.
She was born to Raymond and Evelyn Thomson in Winner, South Dakota. When she was 8 years old her family moved to the “wild” mountains of North Idaho to Cocolalla, and included many years...
Kenneth William Simpson
Jul 14, 2025
Kenneth William Simpson, a beloved figure whose kindness and warmth touched the lives of all who knew him, passed away peacefully at home in Hayden, Idaho on July 14, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on February 27, 1952, in Spirit Lake, Idaho, Kenneth grew up surrounded by the natural beauty of the forests and mountains that would inspire...
Melanie "Buzzy" Bouldin
Jul 13, 2025
In Loving Memory of Melanie "Buzzy" Bouldin
May 16, 1970 – July 13, 2025
Melanie Bouldin, lovingly known as “Buzzy,” passed away peacefully on July 13, 2025, in Post Falls, ID. She was 55 years old.
Buzzy will be remembered most for her bright spirit, quick wit, and that unforgettable sarcastic sense of humor that brought joy and laughter to those lucky enough to...
Ronald E. Murphy
Jul 11, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father Ronald E. Murphy of Rathdrum, Idaho on July 11, 2025, at the age of 86. Ronald was born March 03, 1939, in Ventura, Ca. and lived in Spokane, Coeur d’Alene, and Rathdrum areas with his family for over 59 years. Ronald met his beloved wife Charolyn Murphy in high school and...
Andrew Robert Gage
Jul 10, 2025
Andrew Robert Gage, affectionately known as Drew or Moose, passed away on July 10, 2025, in Coeur D'Alene, Idaho. He was born on February 4, 1961, in Ipswich, England. His life journey was marked by kindness, warmth, and an ever-present sense of humor that brought joy to those fortunate enough to know him.
A graduate with a GED from Sacramento, California,...
Roy Eugene Mortensen
Jul 5, 2025
Roy Eugene Mortensen, aged 75, peacefully departed this life on July 5, 2025, at his residence near Saint Maries, Idaho, after a four-year battle with pancreatic cancer. Born on August 18, 1949, in Salem, Oregon, Roy exemplified a kind and humorous spirit throughout his life.
His education began in Aumsville, Oregon, where he started first grade, and he later attended schools...
Tanner Andrew Wiles
Jul 2, 2025
Tanner Andrew Wiles
It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to Tanner Wiles. Tanner passed away unexpectedly on July 2nd. The cause of his death is still unknown. Tanner is survived by his mother Robin Wiles; Father, Paul Wiles, brother, Hunter Wiles and Kassandra Woodall, his niece, Kennedy Wiles and nephew, Sawyer Wiles, his aunt, Renee Street and cousin,...
Sarena Christine Harrison
Jun 29, 2025
Sarena Cristine Harrison, 42, of Hayden, Idaho, passed away unexpectedly on June 29, 2025. Born to Paul and Sherry Munroe on June 2, 1983, Sarena was a quiet, gentle soul whose peaceful presence brought comfort and love to all who knew her.
Sarena spent her life caring for others. In her early career, she worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)...
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