Obituaries

Dec 25, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we have lost, Terry Aurthur Carr, Christmas morning December 25, 2025. He was born November 25, 1943, to Marcelline Carr and Arthur Edwin Carr, whom both preceded him in death. He is at peace now, and Parkinsons no longer has a grip on him. Terry is survived by his loving wife Carole Carr, one...

Jan 10, 2026

Jan 7, 2026

Dee Ann Archibald Steinberg, 88, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away on January 7, 2026 with her two children by her side.

Born on December 9, 1937 in Garland, Utah, Dee was the child of Leland and Sylvia Archibald. She was the eldest of four children. When she was a young child, her family moved to San...

Jan 6, 2026

Christopher “Chris” Billingslea (1957–2026)

Chris Billingslea, 68, passed away peacefully following a brief but aggressive battle with prostate cancer, surrounded by family and his higher power. His life was one of service, curiosity, generosity, and fearless adventure. Chris is survived by his beloved wife Alessandra; his siblings Paul and Elizabeth; his son Wesley (wife Lauran and children Liliana and Theo); his...

Jan 6, 2026

Verton’s parents migrated from South Dakota in 1937. Fleeing the hardships of the dustbowl and the great depression, they packed 5 small children and all of their belongings into a truck and headed west. Destined for the Palouse, plans changed when they reached northern Idaho. Idaho farming life began on 160 acres of rocky fields and pine trees off the...

Jan 6, 2026

In Loving Memory of Gene Paul Neely

December 18, 1943 – January 6, 2026

The world is often defined by those who speak the loudest, but the life of Gene Paul Neely was a profound masterclass in the power of quiet strength. Gene, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, pioneer, and USAF veteran, passed away peacefully at his home in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho,...

Jan 4, 2026

LeRoy A. Lovern, 85, of Coeur d' Alene passed away January 4, 2026. Arrangements by English Funeral Chapel, Coeur d' Alene.

Jan 2, 2026

John was born on November 7, 1937 in Lowell, Massachusetts. His parents were William Lawrence Donovan and Valleria “Vera” Caroline Nowak. John’s grandparents were John Nowak and Catherine “Katie” Nostek.

John attended Boston University and the Hartford institute of accounting. In June 1956 John enlisted in the United States Air Force and served for a total of 36 years. He obtained...

Jan 1, 2026

James A. Jones, 87, of Dalton Gardens passed away January 1, 2026. Arrangements by English Funeral Chapel, Coeur d'Alene.

Dec 29, 2025

Bonita Anne (Delyea) Thomas age 82, passed away peacefully with family at her side, on December 29, 2025, at Kadlec Regional Medical Center, Richland, Washington.

Bonita (Bonnie) was born March 7, 1943 in Klamath Falls, Oregon. The oldest of five children, to James S Delyea and Roxie A (Lewis) Delyea.

Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents James and Roxie Delyea,...

Dec 29, 2025

Mark Henry Cataldo, passed away on December 29, 2025, at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, following a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Mark was born on April 14, 1950, in Summit, New Jersey, to Hank and Millie Cataldo. In 1957, his family moved to California, where he was raised in Canoga Park.

In 1969, Mark joined the U.S. Army. During...

Dec 28, 2025

Robert “Bob” Earl Driscoll, age 80, of Hayden, Idaho, passed away on December 28, 2025. Born on November 21, 1945, in Louisville, KY, Bob carried with him a lifelong commitment to understanding people and lifting them up.

Bob married Ellen Hansell on February 18, 1967, and together they raised three children—Mark, Barbara, and Angela. After 17 years of marriage, they parted...

Dec 26, 2025

Marian Jones, age 96, a lifetime resident of Harrison, Idaho passed away at North Star Senior Living Center in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho December 26, 2025. Marian was born July 31, 1929, the daughter of Albert and Esther Fisher of Harrison, Idaho.

Marian attended first and second grade school at a single room school at Eastpoint and graduated from Harrison High...

Dec 23, 2025

Kevin Charles Beare passed away on December 23, 2025, at the age of 68. He was born on August 24, 1957, to Kenneth and Florence Beare, and lived a life rooted in hard work, loyalty, and a deep appreciation for the outdoors.

Kevin was a logger by trade, a profession he was deeply passionate about and proud of. Later in life,...

Dec 13, 2025

Crystal, age 71, passed away December 13th at Guardian Angel Homes after a long battle with Dementia.

She was born November 1st, 1954 in Sandpoint, Idaho.

Crystal was preceded in death by her parents Joseph P. and Eula E. Thompson and husband Donald P. Burns.

She is survived by son Tony (Brenda) Burns, daughter Amy (Brian) Reynolds, four grandchildren, Dakota, Jada, Breanna, Savannah,...

Dec 13, 2025

Darlene Pollard, age 90, of Rathdrum, Idaho, passed away peacefully at home on December 13, 2025.

Darlene was born on August 7, 1935, in Kellogg, Idaho, to Joseph Paul and Lillian Sylvia (Jutila/Paul). She was raised in North Idaho, where she built the foundation of a life centered on faith, family, and love.

On March 20, 1950, Darlene married the love of...

Dec 13, 2025

Susie Papineau Jameson, age 71, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025, at the Hospice of North Idaho Schneidmiller House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Susie was born on July 7, 1954, in Moscow, Idaho, to Don and Bettyann Papineau. Growing up in Moscow, she was known for her adventurous spirit and never shying away from fun with her siblings and friends....

Dec 4, 2025

Jack Farrar, 84, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away on December 4, 2025, and has joined his beloved wife, Rose Farrar, in heaven.

Jack was born on November 24, 1941, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to his mother, Idona Farrar. He spent his childhood in Mullan, Idaho, where he attended school and learned the value of hard work early in life through...

Dec 4, 2025

   Bruce Lynn Benson, age 75, of Athol, Idaho, went to Jesus on December 4, 2025, shortly after being diagnosed with a terminal illness.

   Bruce was born on June 27, 1950, in Eureka, California, to Harry and Dorothea Benson. After his parents divorced, he lived at various times with his mom or his dad. He graduated from Eureka High School...

Dec 2, 2025

Gary Anthony Kestel “Papa”Born November 7, 1949, in Brooklyn, New York

Gary grew up in New York and, after graduating high school, proudly enlisted in the United States Air Force. A true patriot, he served with honor through three consecutive tours of duty. Following his military service, Gary earned an associate degree in heating and refrigeration, reflecting just a fraction of...