Obituaries

Aug 13, 2024

James R. Isbell, 86, aka Izzy, Passed away on August 13, 2024, peacefully at his home in Rathdrum, Idaho. James was born at home in Adams County, Colorado, 10/6/1937, to Paul and Lottie (Hedrick) Isbell, and James was the youngest of three children. He graduated from Rathdrum High School in 1956. His army service was from 1960 to 1962. He...

Aug 12, 2024

Penelope Raelyn Stinson, born on August 12, 2024, in Coeur d' alene, Idaho, tragically passed away on the same day. She was the beloved daughter of Anessa Johnson and Donald Stinson III. Penelope is survived by her Mother, Anessa Johnson, Father, Donald Stinson III, Brother, Daniel Stinson, Great Grandma, Barbara Carter, Great Grandpa, Henry Patrick, Nana, Carrie Dudley-Patrick, Papa, Chad...

Aug 12, 2024

S. Dennis Cowden, 83, of Hayden, Idaho, passed away on August 12, 2024, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. He was born on September 11, 1940, in Beaumont, California, to Robert Wendle Cowden and Helen Faye Cowden (née Denier).

Dennis grew up in San Bernardino, California. When he was a teenager, his family moved to Kentucky where he graduated from high school in...

Aug 10, 2024

Mary Raylene Ober, 84, of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, went to her Lord and Savior peacefully

on August 10th, 2024. Born Mary Raylene Bishop on September 24th, 1939, in Los

Angeles, California. Mary was a cherished daughter of Jesse and Gertrude Bishop. She

was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, and her presence will

be deeply missed by all who knew and...

Aug 4, 2024

Richard Lee Chittester 73, USAF Ret. Major

 Richard Lee (Ric) Chittester, 73 died peacefully on August 4, 2024 in Coeur D’Alene ID. Ric was born in Dubois PA on October 25, 1950 to Richard Dale Chittester and Sybil Phyllis (Town) Chittester. Ric was loved by his family and friends and was appreciated for his commitment to others and his quick wit....

Jul 31, 2024

Royal Dale Croskrey was born in Kalispell, Montana June 11, 1935 to Jessie (McGrew) and Albert Croskrey. There he spent his boyhood years. As a kid, he worked at Shepards glass shop next door to where he grew up. During his high school years he worked as an apprentice glazier and earned his journeyman card before graduating high school.

He loves...

Jul 27, 2024

On July 27th, 2024, John Dean Lillie, a beloved resident of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away at the age of 46. He was born on June 27, 1978, in Lancaster, CA. John's pride and joy stemmed from his career as a fiber optic lineman, despite having held various jobs throughout his life.

His favorite pastimes included duck hunting, fishing, camping, and...

Jul 26, 2024

Marcia Priebe, 79, was born in Spokane, Washington on March 8, 1945, and passed away on July 26, 2024. Marcia was a lifelong resident of Spokane, she graduated from Lewis and Clark High School, where she met the love of her life. She was married for 61 wonderful years to her beloved husband, Kenn Priebe. Together, they raised seven children:...

Jul 20, 2024

James Edward "Pete" Pryor, 76 of Coeur d'Alene passed into heaven July 20, 2024 at the Schneidmiller Hospice House after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. Pete was born in Mobile Alabama to Edward Gavin Pryor and Doris Valeda (Roberts) Pryor. He grew up in Mobile where he attended Murphy High School. He enjoyed Boy Scouts and performing in the...

Jul 14, 2024

Angela Warthen, also known as Angie, was 40 years of age. She was born on December 21st, 1983, the coldest day of the year. She was the first girl born on the Lien side of the family. She spent the first four years in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. She did her schooling in Salt Lake City, Utah, before moving up to Sandpoint,...

Jul 14, 2024

Harbans Kaur Singh, was born October 28, 1930, to Mohinder Singh Sandhu and Chand Kaur Sandhu, in India and left us on July 14, 2024. She was married to Lt. Col. Kartar Singh on December 4, 1948 in the Sikh tradition. After her marriage she continued her education and received a bachelor of arts degree in English. She also received...

Jul 6, 2024

On July 6, 2024, Christina Jean "Piper" Gernert, aged 40, passed away just 4 miles outside Reardon, WA. Born on October 8, 1983, in Coeur d'Alene, ID, Christina was a beloved figure in Post Falls, ID.

Christina's journey was one marked by resilience and determination. She navigated the public school system in Post Falls and proudly graduated from Post Falls High...

Jul 6, 2024

 Fannie “Frannie” N. Anderton peacefully passed away at the home of her daughter in Post Falls Idaho on July 6, 2024 following a battle with cancer.

 Frannie was born March 14, 1942 in Millersburg Ohio to Noah Yoder and Mattie (Troyer) Yoder. She was the second of six children.

 She was raised as a member of the Amish Church in the Holmes...

Jul 1, 2024

Christopher Luke OwensNovember 29, 1973 – July 1, 2024A loving son, brother and father and talented auto mechanic, Christopher “Chris” Luke Owens passed away unexpectedly on July 1, 2024 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho at the age of 50.

Chris was born November 29, 1973 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to Larry and Mary Owens. At the age of four, his family relocated...

Jun 28, 2024

Feb 19, 1968 - Jun 28, 2024 

Charles Edward Coats, 56, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away suddenly on June 28th, 2024, from cardiac arrest. He died at home beside his beloved wife, Desiree. 

Born on February 19, 1968, in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, to Herbert and Jeanne (Doffing) Coats, Charles moved with his family to Seattle, Washington, shortly after his birth. He attended...

Jun 26, 2024

Tessa Anne Robinson, 26, suddenly passed away on June 26, 2024, while on a trip to visit Friends and Family in Northern Idaho. Her loss is extremely unexpected, and her family is overwhelmingly saddened. Tessa leaves behind her Loving Parents: Brian & Christie Robinson, Sisters: Ashley Cooper (Camren Cooper), Brianna Robinson & Cassidy Huckaby; Nephew: Xavier Cooper, Niece: Evie Cooper,...

Jun 24, 2024

Cassandra (Cassie) L. Carrigan-Andreasen, born on July 18, 1968, has left a lasting impact on all those who had the privilege of knowing her. Her journey began in Reno, NV, where she brought joy and love to her parents, Robert (Bob) W. Berntsen and Diane L. MacAlvey-Berntsen. Cassie's adventurous spirit led her through Sandpoint, Post Falls, and Cda, where she...

Jun 22, 2024

David Gordon Healy, a proud veteran of the Army, passed away June 22, 2024. 

The son of Edmund Healy and Hazel Healy, David G. Healy grew up in San Francisco, California. He was born May 5, 1945 in Boston, Massachusetts and attended City College in San Francisco, California to achieve his Bachelor’s degree in Communications.

At the age of 17, David G....

Jun 19, 2024

Violet Jean Burge of Post Falls Idaho, passed away peacefully at Generations Assisted Living in Rathdrum Idaho on June19, 2024.

Violet was born in Valley City, N.D. to Tina Dahl and Chester Arther Percy Welsh on June 25, 1936. She spent her youth in Helena Montana, later they moved to Post Falls Idaho. She was the seventh child out of ten...

Jun 17, 2024