Obituaries

Ann Elizabeth Dawn

Ann Elizabeth Dawn

Nov 4, 2026

Rosary will be 5:00 p.m. Wednesday November 11, 2026, and Mass of Christian Burial will be 9:30 a.m. Thursday November 12, 2026, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 495 N Lincoln St., Post Falls, ID, with graveside service at the Evergreen Cemetery, 2834 N Spokane St., Post Falls, ID. A catered reception will follow the graveside at the Trailhead Event...

Rex Jerel Higley

Rex Jerel Higley

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,...

Dale Ralph Yarber

Dale Ralph Yarber

Oct 30, 2026

Dale Ralph Yarber, 83, passed away on October 30, 2026, in Rathdrum, Idaho. He was born on January 16, 1943, in Tekoa, Washington.

Dale lived a life grounded in hard work, devotion to family, and deep care for the people around him. He graduated from St. Maries High School in St. Maries, Idaho, in 1961, and went on to spend 40...

Gunnar Eugene Forsman

Gunnar Eugene Forsman

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...

Cheryl "Cher" Diane Smith

Cheryl "Cher" Diane Smith

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,...

William Stuart Ross

William Stuart Ross

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...

Don David Boviall

Don David Boviall

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...

Linda Lee Jones

Linda Lee Jones

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...

Anthony Eastman

Anthony Eastman

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...

Barbara Adeline Conrad

Barbara Adeline Conrad

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,...

Everett Eugene Hawkins

Everett Eugene Hawkins

Oct 19, 2026

Private Family Services Will Be Held

Complete Obituary Information Will Be Posted

Maureen "Mo" Ramos

Maureen "Mo" Ramos

Oct 15, 2026

Longtime educator and activist Maureen Ramos passed away following a courageous battle with cancer on October 15, 2026.

Maureen Frances McMahon was born on December 11, 1942, in Seattle, Washington, to Edward and Clara McMahon. She had one sister, Kathleen (Kathy), who, along with their parents, preceded Maureen in death. Maureen was a devout Catholic whose unwavering faith and deep love...

Barbara Ann Dennis

Barbara Ann Dennis

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...

Darlene Rae Judd

Darlene Rae Judd

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.

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Darlene Marie Williams

Darlene Marie Williams

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...

Harold "Hal" Anker Larsen

Harold "Hal" Anker Larsen

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...

JAMES EDWARD NUNN

JAMES EDWARD NUNN

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...

Lillian Elna Karlstrand

Lillian Elna Karlstrand

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...

Ryan T. Maguire

Ryan T. Maguire

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...

Melton E. Atwell, Jr.

Melton E. Atwell, Jr.

Oct 3, 2026

Private service will be held