Obituaries

Jun 17, 2024

Alice Alvarado Rawlins, a cherished soul whose presence brought light and warmth to all who knew her, passed away on June 17, 2024 Born on May 24, 1939, Alice lived a life filled with love, kindness, and unwavering strength.

In the course of her journey, Alice touched the lives of many with her gentle nature and compassionate spirit. She was a...

Jun 15, 2024

Georgia Kathleen Emch (Maher), 70

The world lost an amazing human being this past weekend. Georgia was an indomitable woman whose kindness and knowledge will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to know her. Georgia and her husband Andy have lived and been part of the North Idaho community for the last 30 plus years. They ran Creative...

Jun 15, 2024

Eric Douglas Arnold, 49 years old, of Post Falls, Idaho, died 6/14/24 in Post Falls, Idaho. He was born 12/26/74 in Richland, WA, to Phyllis and Doug Arnold who later divorced. He was raised in Sandpoint, Idaho, by his parents Phyllis and Jerry Jay, who taught him his love of hunting, admiration of firearms, and taught him love. 

He graduated from...

Jun 14, 2024

It is with the heaviest heart that we announce the passing of our cherished and beloved family member, Daniel Robert Garnett, who we lost suddenly and unexpectedly on June 14th, 2024, at the age of 37. 

Dan was born in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, where he chose to reside, raise his family, and carry out his profession as a general contractor. He...

Jun 14, 2024

Marvin Lee Williams of Coeur d’Alene Idaho, passed peacefully at home with family on June 14, 2024. Marvin was born in Wallace Idaho to Billie Ridenour (Williams) and Glenn LeRoy Williams, Sr. on October 22, 1944. He grew up in Wallace spending time engaged in sports and a member of the Order of DeMolay. Marvin spent several years in Moscow...

Jun 13, 2024

Mary (Groff) Wachsmuth, daughter of Duane & Elfiede Groff, beloved wife to Chet Wachsmuth, loving mother of Donald Evans, Shelly Humbert, Joie Owens, and Rachel Arel.

Mary had 13 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild, all of whom she loved very much and will miss a lot.

Mary is survived by her brothers, Rick Groff and Ronnie Groff.

She had been a member of the...

Jun 10, 2024

Solomon Benjamin Smith was born on March 27, 1981 in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. He peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on June 10, 2024.

Solomon lost his ability to walk and talk when he was two years old due to Reye's Syndrome. He, however, never lost his sense of humor. His smile and laughter were infectious. Solomon enjoyed watching game...

Jun 9, 2024

**In Loving Memory of Dale Cranford**

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dale Cranford. Dale passed away peacefully at home, falling asleep in his recliner and never waking up. His constant feline companion, Boing Boing, remained by his side until the very end.

Dale had a deep love for the outdoors, especially the water, and found immense...

Jun 7, 2024

Ronald R. Martin 82 

Ron Martin died peacefully taking an afternoon nap on Friday, June 7th.

 Ron was born on Aug 9, 1941, to Josh and Mary Martin in Wickenburg AZ. He is survived by his wife Jolene, his 2 sons, Steven & Eric, a grandson Mikel & great-grandson Mason, Steve's wife Kaye & Eric's wife Katherine. He has numerous cousins, nieces...

Jun 6, 2024

On June 6th, 2024, at 67 years young, Melinda Perino Bebb gained her set of angel wings. 

She was an effortless beauty, a proud Italian daughter to a gourmet chef…a lover of sparkles, fur boots, and Snoopy. 

Born to parents John and Lucy Perino in San Jose, CA, Melinda attended Pioneer High School, Class of 1974. She became a letter girl in...

Jun 6, 2024

Tammie Johnston Dawson; 55

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Tammie Johnston Dawson. Born September 9th,1969, Tammie passed away in her home on June 6th, 2024.

Tammie enjoyed spending time outdoors and could regularly be found tending to her many flower and garden beds. Her love for children could be seen in both her personal life and at...

Jun 3, 2024

May 27, 2024

Benjamin Kenneth Moore a resident of Coeur d'Alene was born at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d'Alene Idaho to Kenneth L Moore and Shanon L Moore on June 30th, 1990. We lost him in death Monday May 27th, 2024. He is survived by both of his parents, two of his grandfather's, Kenneth L Moore and Orin Mickelson, A grandmother Merry...

May 27, 2024

In Loving Memory of Ronald Leroy Ross It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Ronald Leroy Ross, a cherished husband, father, and friend, who left us peacefully on May 27, 2024. Ronald, known for his unwavering kindness and adventurous spirit, was a man who found solace in the rhythmic waves and the calm...

May 24, 2024

Tracie passed peacefully in the heart of the city on the sunny afternoon of May 24, 2024. She had a room filled with love, holding the hand of her daughter while she moved on to her loving father in Heaven. Tracie was born and raised in Coeur d' Alene, she traveled all of the Pacific NorthWest through her adult years taking in...

May 23, 2024

Alice “Punkie” G Pederson (Brundage/Hall), aged 90 passed away peacefully in her home on May 23, 2024, at Rathdrum ID. She was born on January 11, 1934 in Boise, Idaho. Her father, Harold, was 33 and her mother, Rosetta, was 28. She had 3 brothers and 4 sisters. She married Richard "Dick" Vernon Brundage in 1952 in Payette, ID. They...

May 23, 2024

William Mike Lowery, aged 38, passed away on May 23, 2024. He was a beloved father, son, and brother. William was born on December 15, 1985, in Kellogg, Idaho. He graduated from Kellogg High School in the Class of 2004 and proudly served in the Army National Guard from 2003 to 2009.William, known as "Mike" to his loved ones, he...

May 22, 2024

Peter Lapin: March 1948 – May 2024. In loving memory of Peter Lapin, father to Gregory of Coeur d’Alene; previously married to Helen Lessig (deceased); brother to Margarita Suwalow and Nina Lapin (both deceased), brother-in-law to Arthur Suwalow (deceased), son of Peter and Theodora Lapin (both deceased), and uncle to Marina Morgenegg of Falls Church, VA and Tamara McKenna of...

May 17, 2024

Fairel Wideen, 78, of Post Falls, passed away peacefully on May 17th.Fairel was born on May 26, 1945 to Frieda and AR Wall in Fontana, Ca. After graduating from Fontana High School in 1963. Fairel worked as a bank teller and as a secretary for San Bernardino County Mental Health. In 1966, she met the love of her life, Chuck...

May 9, 2024

Brian Christopher Garza Jr., 23, of Lewiston, Idaho, passed away in May 2024 in Coeur D’Alene, Idaho. Brian was born in Bellflower, California to Lorraine Brollier Garza and Brian Garza Sr. on June 15th, 2000. He graduated from Lewiston High School in 2018. He worked as a cook and DJ. He enjoyed time outdoors, cooking, listening to and making music,...