Obituaries

Oct 3, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Lawrence Brown, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Gary passed away at 76 on October 3, 2025, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Gary was born on November 27, 1948, in Oakland, California. His parents, Lloyd and Mary Brown, lovingly raised Gary alongside his brother in the Oakland hills. Gary...

Sep 30, 2025

Sep 30, 2025

Ernie Melvin Jorgenson passed away September 30th, 2025, at the Idaho Veteran’s Home in Post Falls following a brief episode of pneumonia, a complication of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. He was born April 11th, 1946, in Coeur d’Alene to Harry and Grace (Walker) Jorgenson.

Ernie lived most of his life in Coeur d’Alene, except for a 3-year stint in the U.S. Air...

Sep 28, 2025

Brian Scott Buckholtz, lovingly known as “Papa” or “Senior”, 61, passed away on September 28, 2025, at his home in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Born on February 17, 1964, in Sayre, Pennsylvania, Brian lived a vibrant life full of laughter, love, and unwavering dedication to his family and career.

Raised in the Catholic faith, Brian served as an altar boy in his...

Sep 25, 2025

   Andrew Jack Stephan, 34, of Rathdrum, Idaho, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025.

   He was born on June 7, 1991, in Livingston, Montana, to Donald and Heidi Stephan.

   Andrew came into this world holding his head up and looking around—13 pounds, 31⁄4 ounces, and 24 inches long—ready to take on the world. Andrew was everybody’s best friend. If...

Sep 24, 2025

Anthony Eugene Pichotta (who went by Tony), 70, of Coeur d’Alene, ID, passed away at home on September 24th, 2025. Born October 18th,1954 in Burbank, CA, he was a devoted husband to Karen J Pichotta for 45 years, a loving father to Sarah M Schelley, and Tristina N Pichotta, and a fun-loving Papa to Figment S Schelley, and his namesake...

Sep 23, 2025

Alyce Louise Bailey, 89, of Liberty Lake died September 23, 2025. Graveside Services will be held Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 2:00pm Coeur d' Alene Memorial Gardens. English Funeral Chapel, Post Falls.

Sep 22, 2025

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An open house will be held Saturday October 18, 2025, from 12:00 - 10:00 p.m. at Clifford's residence.

Sep 21, 2025

   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Dan Elkins, 78, of Hayden, Idaho, on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025.

   Born in Coeur d’Alene to Victor Eugene and Thelma Elkins, Dan was a proud third-generation Idahoan. On Aug. 31, 1968, he married his high school sweetheart, Sandy, and together they shared 57 wonderful years. They...

Sep 21, 2025

Dianne K. Simpson (Dee Dee) 79 of Rathdrum, Idaho, passed away on September 21, 2025, at home with loved ones.

Dianne was born on August 28, 1946, in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho to Doris and Bill Lowman and later adopted by her grandmother Marion Lion and Ralph Wark.

Dianne married Joe Simpson on October 1st, 1974, they shared nearly 50 wonderful years...

Sep 18, 2025

Bonnie Ann McDowell, 95, of Coeur d’Alene, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025, at the family home built by her family and friends in 1955.

Born in Coeur d’Alene on May 11, 1930, Bonnie spent her early years in Rathdrum and Tacoma before graduating from Coeur d’Alene High School in 1948. She attended college from 1948 to 1950, earned an...

Sep 18, 2025

Janet Therese Olson, 85, died September 18th, 2025 in her beautiful home in Coeur D’ Alene.

She was born January 14, 1940 in Johnstown, PA to George and Rose (Dopirak) Schad, along with her twin brother James and years later younger brother Donald Schad.

Janet has now gone to be with her parents George and Rose, her brother James and her late...

Sep 17, 2025

Michael “Mike” Joseph August, age 74, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away on September 17, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and devotion to family and friends. He was born in Spokane, Washington, on March 13, 1951, to Patricia Schroeder August and Tony August.

Mike grew up in Spokane and carried with him a lifelong appreciation for the beauty...

Sep 13, 2025

A funeral service will be held at St John Antiochian Orthodox Church in Post Falls Friday, September 19, 2025 at 10:00 am. 

Sep 12, 2025

"Joanie"Joanie was born on March 20th,1953 in Santa Monica, California. She lived in different places like Grass Valley, California. When she was 16, they moved to Elk, Washington. Their house burned down and then they moved to Deer Park, Washington. While living there she fell in love and married her husband Dion Unruh of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho in May of...

Sep 8, 2025

Tim Jank left us on September 8, 2025, at home in Hayden Lake, Idaho, bag packed, ready to hit the Clark Fork River for a fly‑fishing trip. We’re taking him there anyway, because if Tim taught us anything, it’s that adventures don’t wait.

Born December 7, 1955, in Saginaw, Michigan, Tim was the youngest of five and made sure life was...

Sep 5, 2025

In loving memory of Penny Sundberg (Triplett) who received her wings September 5, 2025. She was the devoted wife of Ted Sundberg and loving mother of Stacey Batorson (Robbie) and Brian Powell (Adele). She was a kind, caring and giving person who always put the needs of her family before her own. She was a strong woman who faced every...

Sep 5, 2025

Charles Joseph Weisel, age 87, of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, peacefully passed away on September 5th, 2025. Charles was born August 1st, 1938, in Floral Park, NY, to Charles Jacob Weisel and Helen Teller. He grew up in Freeport, Long Island, NY, until 1956, when he graduated from Jesuit High School. He moved to California that year and attended Cal Poly,...

Sep 3, 2025

Janet Gail Callen, a beloved matriarch and dedicated professional, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, at the age of 89. Born and raised in Great Falls, Montana on January 19, 1936, Janet's early life was marked by the values of hard work, education, and a steadfast commitment to her family.

A proud graduate of Great Falls...

Sep 2, 2025

With profound sadness, we honor the life of Dr. Robert “Bob” Conroy, who passed away on September 2, 2025, surrounded by the love of family and friends, after a valiant fight against a rare and aggressive cancer. Bob’s life was marked by extraordinary purpose, selfless service, and an unwavering devotion to those he loved.

Born in the Bronx, New York to...