Obituaries

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

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...