Obituaries

Feb 1, 2026

Rhonda LaVonne Magera, age 63, of St. Maries, Idaho, passed away on February 1, 2026, after a lengthy illness. Rhonda was born June 4, 1962, in Kellogg, Idaho, to Marilyn J (Martin) and Frederick D Magera and grew up in the Silver Valley.

In her younger years, Rhonda was known for her motivational speaking engagements at area schools and her joy...

Jan 30, 2026

Queen of Real Estate and Our Hearts

Nancy Elaine White, age 70, has forged boldly ahead on her journey into the great unknown. She leaves this world with a legacy of trails blazed, causes championed and a swath of humanity that will miss her dearly. Surrounded by the laughter and love of those dear to her, Nancy passed peacefully in her...

Jan 29, 2026

Walter Lester Meier, 92 of Yakima WA, passed away on January 29, 2026 in Post falls ID surrounded by his family and loved ones.

He was born on December 1, 1933 in Yakima, WA to Andrew and Florence Meier. He attended Yakima High and went on to work multiple jobs before beginning his career at Boise Cascade as a clipper operator....

Jan 28, 2026

Mary Lou Reese (Hickman), 77, passed away on January 28, 2026, in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho. Born on July 31, 1948, in Kellogg, Idaho, she spent her life rooted in the Silver Valley Community that shaped her values and spirit.



Mary graduated from Kellogg High School in 1966 and began a lifelong journey of hard work and compassion. Her career reflected...

Jan 26, 2026

Robert Raymond “Bobby” Putnam, affectionately known as Cowboy Bob, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026, in Garwood, Idaho, at the age of 71. Born on April 20, 1954, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, Bobby was the beloved son of Raymond and Helen Putnam.

Bobby’s life was marked by kindness and determination. He grew up in Coeur d’Alene and attended local schools...

Jan 22, 2026

Jack D. Jones, affectionately and jokingly known to many as "Mehoff," was born on November 1, 1975, and left us all too soon on January 22, 2026. The world was a brighter place with Jack in it, and his absence leaves a void that will be profoundly felt by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

Jack was the embodiment...

Jan 22, 2026

Steven “Steve” Clark Garrett was born on June 10, 1967, in Texas, where he was raised and spent his early years. From a young age, Steve had a curious mind and a creative spirit. He enjoyed video games, found comfort in the companionship of his cats, and developed a love for cooking that would ultimately shape his life’s work.

After graduating...

Jan 19, 2026

Patricia Gail Hall, age 74, passed away on January 19, 2026. She was born on January 4th, 1952, in Joliet, Illinois to Leslie and Clara Duffy. She grew up in Joliet and San Jose, California.

Patricia and Patrick Hall married in 1973 and together shared 53 years of marriage. They built a life together in Carmichael California and Post Falls Idaho,...

Jan 19, 2026

Cheryl Ann (Barclay) Gillespie

Cheryl Ann (Barclay) Gillespie, a woman of deep faith, song, and service, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, at the age of 83. She leaves behind a legacy defined by her steadfast love of the Lord, music, and her family.

Born on September 23, 1942, Cheryl dedicated her life to the service of her family. Raising 3...

Jan 19, 2026

Joan Babinski was born in Lankin, ND in 1935, the youngest of twelve children. She died Monday, January 19, 2026 after almost four years of excellent care by all the staff at the Lodge in Post Falls. Joan met John “Jack” Babinski at a local dance in Lankin. They were married in Grand Forks in 1955 in a wedding officiated...

Jan 18, 2026

Milton Duane Nelson, 92, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2026, surrounded by loving family and fortified by the Rites of the Holy Catholic Church.

Born on September 1, 1933 in Alhambra, California, he was the son of Irene Nougier Giovanelli and Milton Vincent Nelson. Upon moving to Rathdrum, Idaho, Milton became a devout parishioner of Mary Immaculate...

Jan 16, 2026

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday January 27, 2026, at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 919 E. Indiana Ave., Coeur d'Alene, ID. Burial to follow at St. Thomas Cemetery 226 S 23rd St, Coeur d'Alene, ID.

Jan 15, 2026

On January 15, 2026, the world lost an amazing man. Michael Settles, 65, took his last breath with his partner in life by his side.

After experiencing symptoms over the holidays, he was diagnosed with Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), an extremely rare, aggressive, and always fatal brain disease affecting only one or two people per million annually worldwide. He passed away just...

Jan 14, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we lost David Edward Graser on January 14, 2026. He is at peace now, and Huntington’s Disease no longer has a grip on him. We are grateful for the many years we had with Dave. He was a loving, generous, funny, kind soul who had an insurmountable love for his family.

Dave is survived by...

Jan 10, 2026

Jan 10, 2026

Roger Dean Saterfiel, age 73, of Hayden, Idaho, passed away on January 10, 2026, with his beloved wife by his side. Born on August 12, 1952, in Spokane, Washington, to Albert and Juanita (Krell) Saterfiel, Roger grew up in Dalton Gardens and graduated from Coeur d’Alene High School in 1972. In 1988, Roger met Stephanie, and after living together for...

Jan 9, 2026

Leo Stanley Wall, 90, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, just one month shy of his 91st birthday.

Leo was born in Holyoke, Colorado on February 10, 1935, the fourth of five sons born to Earnest Clinton Wall and Ida Mae (Phifer) Wall. When Leo was seven years old, his father passed away, and the family...

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...