Local Obituaries for Post Falls, Rathdrum, Kootenai County & Surrounding Areas
Terry Lee Arbaugh
Feb 23, 2026
Terry Lee Arbaugh, affectionately known as Papa T, passed away at his residence in Rathdrum, Idaho, on Monday, February 23, 2026. He was 78 years old.
Born on April 25, 1947, in San Diego, California, to James Lee Arbaugh and Shirley Ann Arbaugh (née Gere), Terry grew up in San Diego, where he graduated from high school. He proudly served his...
Jim William Glaser
Feb 22, 2026
Jim Glaser
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of James William Glaser on February 22, 2026. He was 78 years old.
Jim was born on October 28, 1947, to William and Joyce Glaser in Longview, Washington. He attended schools in Washington, graduating from Battle Ground High School. Jim worked as a Sheet Metal worker until his retirement....
Thomas Ray Custer
Feb 17, 2026
Thomas Ray Custer
November 9, 1943 – February 17, 2026
Thomas Ray Custer, 82, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away on February 17, 2026, in his hometown. He was born on November 9, 1943, in Coeur d’Alene to his mother, Pauline Lou Custer. Thomas attended Coeur d’Alene High School and went on to work as a barber, serving his community for many...
Marilyn J. Riggs
Feb 14, 2026
Marilyn J. Riggs, 86, passed away on February 14, 2026, in Coeur D'Alene Idaho. She was born July 28, 1939, in Bell, California, to Calvin Tilden A. Riggs and Isabelle Marion Trog Riggs. She is survived by her sister, Kathy Hodges, and brother‑in‑law, Bud Hodges of Post Falls; nieces Pamela Vaughn of Washington, Teri Rouse of Post Falls, and Denise...
Arloa Reynolds Woodard Dickinson
Feb 11, 2026
Arloa Reynolds Woodard Dickinson
October 11, 1927 ~ February 11, 2026
Arloa, age 98. died peacefully at home in Post Falls, Idaho, surrounded by family. She was born on October 11, 1927, to Alonzo F. and Minnie Addie Reynolds. At the age of 10 months, her father, the foreman of a large sheep ranch, contracted Rocky Mountain Fever and died of pneumonia....
David E Graham
Feb 10, 2026
David Eugene Graham, 82, of Liberty Lake, Washington, entered the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 10, 2026, passing peacefully in his home after courageously facing the long-term complications of post-polio syndrome. Though his earthly body grew weary, his faith remained steadfast, and he is now joyfully reunited with his parents, Larry Eugene and Dora Mae...
Cynthia Lee Nelson
Feb 9, 2026
Cynthia Lee “Cindy” Nelson, aged 69, peacefully departed from this world on February 9th, 2026, in Post Falls, Idaho, surrounded by the warmth of love and cherished memories. Born on November 9th, 1956, in Orange, California, she was the beloved daughter of Virgil Ross Hamilton and Alyce Lee (Parker), who have lovingly awaited her reunion beyond this life.
Cindy’s journey began...
Joseph Stephen Stenglein
Feb 2, 2026
Joseph Stephen Stenglein was born September 25, 1946 and graduated to his eternal home on February 2, 2026 at the age of 79. He was preceded in death by his son Christopher Stenglein. II Corinthians 5:8 says We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord. Joe is more...
Sylvia Jean Maxwell
Jan 22, 2026
Sylvia Jean Maxwell, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026. She was born on April 9, 1942, in Santa Ana, California, and her life carried her through many places and chapters. Over the years, she made homes in Missouri, Nevada, and finally Idaho, where she spent her later years close to her son and daughter, surrounded...
Kaye S. Riley Sandford
Jan 20, 2026
Kaye was born on Sept. 29, 1942, to Don and Lois Riley in Pittsburgh, Kansas. Kaye passed away on Jan. 20, 2026, at Lakeside Rehabilitation Center with her daughters by her side.
Kaye married the love of her life, Frank Sandford, on May 31, 1963. Together they raised 4 Kids, Tonya, Jodi, Brent and Shawna. Frank Passed away in 2022 and...
Jeannie Ann Schmidt
Jan 18, 2026
Jeannie Ann Schmidt
June 15, 1949 – January 18, 2026
Jeannie Ann Schmidt passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026, at the age of 76. She was born on June 15, 1949, in San Diego, California, to Howard George Washington Umland and Irene Patricia Umland (Kenyon).
Jeannie graduated from Kearny High School in San Diego in 1967. Despite contracting polio as a young...
Glenn William Cooper
Jan 18, 2026
Glenn William Cooper was 80 years old when he passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at his home in Post Falls.
Glenn was born on August 29, 1945 in Castor, Alberta, Canada. His father was William Edward Cooper and his mother was Ethel Lee (Summers) Cooper.
Glenn attended public school in RedDeer, Alberta, Canada and also received further education and training...
Pauline A. Lattemann Mills
Jan 15, 2026
Pauline A. Lattemann Mills, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on January 15, 2026, in Post Falls, Idaho, at the age of 97. Born in Brooklyn, New York, on November 25, 1928, Pauline's journey through life was marked by her unwavering kindness and welcoming spirit that endeared her to everyone who knew her.
Growing up in New York,...
Deborah Kay Emery
Jan 11, 2026
Deborah Kay Emery
May 7, 1954 – January 11, 2026
Deborah Kay Emery, known lovingly as Debi, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, at the age of 71.
Debi was born on May 7, 1954, in Nephi, Utah, to Marjorie Witt of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, and was the cherished daughter of Marjorie and the beloved stepdaughter of William Witt...
Rebecca Diane Hensen
Jan 9, 2026
Rebecca Diane Hensen (Struckmeyer) was born on July 30, 1968, in Arbuckle, California, to Betty “Carolyn” Struckmeyer and James Fredrick Struckmeyer. She was raised in Arbuckle, where she spent her childhood and later graduated from Pierce High School in 1986.
Rebecca—known lovingly as “Becky” to family and friends—was funny, intelligent, and full of energy. She and her sister Denise were often...
Harold Courtley Carter
Jan 8, 2026
“A father doesn’t always tell you that he loves you. He shows you.”
Harold Courtley Carter—known simply as Court to everyone who loved him—released his legendary bear hug on this life on January 8, 2026, surrounded by family. He was 83 years old, and if there is peanut butter in heaven, we are confident his youngest son, Nate, has already shown...
Terrence W. Smith
Jan 8, 2026
Terrence Wayne Smith “Sarge”, 78, passed away on January 8, 2026 at the Idaho State Veterans home in Post Falls, Idaho to be with God.
He was born in Chicago, Illinois but was a long time resident of Sandpoint, Idaho (1999). He suffered from illnesses stemming from agent orange and is now at rest, whole again, in the arms of our...
William Stanley Van Valkinburgh
Jan 6, 2026
William Stanley “Bill” Van Valkinburgh, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed on to Heaven at home on January 6, 2026 at the age of 69, surrounded by his family.
Bill was born August 17,1956 in Rupert, Idaho to William Franklin “Bill” Van Valkinburgh and Anna Marie “Annie” (Moser) Van Valkinburgh.
Bill spent his younger years in St. Maries, Idaho, until his parents moved...
Terry Michael Tatton
Jan 4, 2026
Terry Michael Tatton, born on August 18, 1958, in San Francisco, California, lived a life marked by resilience, curiosity, strength and struggle. As the son of Vincent Tatton and Charlene Caballero, Terry grew up in a proud military family, moving often before eventually settling back in California. He later made his way to Wyoming then to Oregon, where he began...
Albert "AL" Gouveia
Jan 4, 2026
Albert Gouveia (Al), age 84, passed away on the evening of January 4, 2026, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Born on August 30, 1941, Albert lived a full and generous life defined by love, faith, and unwavering devotion to his family.
Albert is survived by his wife of 61 years, Alfreida Gouveia, and their children Keith Gouveia, Brian Gouveia, Desiree Hiner and...
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