Obituaries

Nov 2, 2026

Rex Jerel Higley, affectionately known as "The Caboose" by his family, passed away peacefully at his home in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, on November 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. The nickname Caboose was given to him because he was the youngest in the family, a name that stayed with him throughout his life.

Rex was born on September 11, 1952,...

Oct 30, 2026

Oct 28, 2026

Gunnar Eugene Forsman, a cherished father, grandfather, and marine engineer, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2026, after a courageous battle with dementia.

Born on May 6, 1958, in Chicago, Illinois Gunnar was the beloved son of Vern and Joyce Forsman. He moved with his family to Temple, Texas, as a young boy then back to Illinois, finishing high school in...

Oct 27, 2026

Cheryl "Cher" Smith, age 77, of Hayden, Idaho, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Cher was born in Tacoma, Washington, and was adopted at just six days old by Clarence and Wilma (aka Billy) of Seattle, Washington. She often spoke with gratitude about the loving home they provided and the values of kindness,...

Oct 27, 2026

William Stuart “Stu” Ross (78), of Post Falls, died Tuesday 10/27 from a long battle with COPD, plus a push to the finish line by some nasty pneumonia that even Stu’s optimism and stubbornness couldn’t beat. Stu fought bravely. He spent his last couple days with his son Greg by his side, joking around, loving all the texts and calls...

Oct 25, 2026

Don Boviall passed away peacefully Oct. 25, 2026, at age 78, with his beloved family by his side. Don was born Oct. 15, 1948, in Kellogg, Idaho, to Dave and Lorraine Boviall. He was raised in the Silver Valley and graduated from Kellogg High School in 1967. Don began working at a young age, first in the family business and...

Oct 24, 2026

Linda Lee (Shumate) Jones, long time resident of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho and Mesa, Arizona, passed away on her 89th birthday October 24, 2026, after a brief illness. She will be greatly missed by her daughter, Lisa Holmes (Edwin) and grandson Robert Holmes (partner Tyler Ulrich), of Coeur d'Alene, daughter Catherine, of Taos, New Mexico, and by her many friends. She...

Oct 21, 2026

It is with the heaviest of hearts that the family of Anthony Eastman King announces his passing at age of 39 on October 21, 2026. Born in Spokane, WA on July 24, 1987, Anthony, more commonly known as “A-Train”, approached each day with unbridled enthusiasm. While his family and friends struggle to understand this profound loss, they find comfort in...

Oct 19, 2026

Barbara Adeline Conrad, age 85, of Post Falls, Idaho passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 19, 2026.

Barbara was born on April 14, 1941 in Enterprise, Oregon to Jay and Adeline Basim. She was one of three children, with two brothers - Norman and Leroy. Barbara spent her childhood in Imnaha and Joseph, Oregon. In 1958 in Joseph,...

Oct 19, 2026

Private Family Services Will Be Held

Complete Obituary Information Will Be Posted

Oct 12, 2026

Barbara Dennis, a beloved teacher, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away surrounded by the love of family and the many people whose lives she touched throughout her remarkable life.

Barbara was born Sept. 28, 1939, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, to Robert and Lillian Boughton. She was proud of her deep Coeur d’Alene roots and her connection to...

Oct 12, 2026

Darlene went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 12, 2026. She was born July 6, 1936, in Spokane, WA to Lee & Chlora Hulsizer. Our loving Mother, Grandmother (Mee Mee), Great Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, Cousin & friend to so many, passed away peacefully at her home, due to acute heart failure, with her family at her bedside.

Darlene...

Oct 12, 2026

Darlene Marie Williams, a lifelong Idaho resident, passed away peacefully on October 12 2026.

Born February 24, 1935, in Kellogg, Idaho, to Charles and Martha (Nettleton) Calkins, Darlene was raised in Coeur d’Alene and attended local schools. She was married to Wilford “Willie” Williams of Verbena, Alabama, until his passing in 2001. Later in life, she found a wonderful companionship with...

Oct 11, 2026

Harold Anker Larsen, affectionately known as Hal, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2026, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, just two days before his 95th birthday.

Hal was born on October 13, 1931, in Brooklyn, New York, to Johan Anker and Jorgine Larsen. At age 13, he became a member of the United States Junior Citizens Service Corps. After only two years...

Oct 10, 2026

James Edward Nunn, age 90, of Post Falls, Idaho, and formerly of Snover, Michigan, passed away on October 10, 2026.

Jim was born on September 28, 1936, to the late Harold and Vienna Pearl Nunn in Flint, Michigan. He grew up on Flint’s north side and graduated from Flint Northern High School in 1955.

After graduation, Jim was employed at Buick in...

Oct 4, 2026

Lillian “Lita” E. Karlstrand

   Our beloved mother, grandmother, wife, and friend, Lillian “Lita” E. Karlstrand, was born July 25, 1944, in Pasadena, California, to Frank and Lillian Bentley. She passed away peacefully at home on October 4, 2026, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, at the age of 82.

   Lita spent her early childhood in Washougal, Washington, where she lived until she...

Oct 3, 2026

Ryan Maguire, 49, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026. Ryan was born in San Diego, California, but made his life in Northern Idaho with his wife, Misty, and son, Cody. Ryan leaves behind his wife, Misty; son, Cody; mom and dad, Michael and Kathy Van Order; two brothers, Sean and Matt; as well as countless...

Oct 3, 2026

Private service will be held

Oct 1, 2026

Rose Marie Peach, 90, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 1, 2026.

Rose was born on November 6, 1935, in Canyonville, Oregon, to Edward and Alice Hyatt. She grew up in Canyonville.

In 1951, Rose married Alva Peach. They shared 50 years of marriage and built a life together in California, where they raised three children.

Rose...

Sep 30, 2026

Cheryl Dayle Mills, age 77, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 30, 2026, following a long illness.

Cheryl was born on July 6, 1949, in Spokane, Washington, to Dale and Tiny Mills. She grew up in Hillyard and graduated from Rogers High School in 1967.

Throughout her career, Cheryl worked as a secretary and bookkeeper for...