Obituaries

Mar 13, 2026

Terry was born in Canon City Colorado on June 11, 1950, to Clarence and Lola Copper. He is one of 7 children, 1 sister and 5 brothers.

In his younger years, his parents and the family would move up into the mountains where his dad ran a portable sawmill. Terry often talked about his dad and his mules “Kate, Jack and...

Mar 9, 2026

Lula “Tiny” Jackson, 97, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away March 9, 2026. She was born May 21, 1928, in Wilson, Wyoming.

Tiny was a homemaker, 4-H Leader, and dedicated gardener. She loved reading, watching old westerns, and playing Yahtzee with family and friends. Known for her warm and welcoming nature, she enjoyed entertaining and was always ready to lend a...

Mar 7, 2026

Our Papa was most passionate about family, taking walks, watching his grandkids play sports and run. He loved bacon, ice cream, helping us with math and being on “hair patrol” after our baths. He took us to Jack in the Box for breakfast, loved going on trips and picking up cans while walking his grand-dogs Izzy and Henry. He loved...

Mar 6, 2026

Glenn Cutshall, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away March 6, 2026 at the age of 88.

Glenn was born on October 26, 1937, in Galion, Ohio. The family moved to Woodland, California and began studying the Bible with Jehovah’s Witnesses. His parents were delighted to learn the answers to many of life’s questions from their in-depth study of the Bible...

Mar 6, 2026

Shana Reamy, a beloved mother and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, just shy of her 70th birthday, in Coeur D'Alene, Idaho. Born on March 8, 1956, in Provo, Utah, Shana dedicated over 30 years to the banking industry, concluding her career with Mountain West Bank in 2021.

Her professional life was marked by devotion and hard work,...

Mar 5, 2026

Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life. He that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live.” John 11:25

Elton passed peacefully on March 5, 2026, at the age of 90 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He was born May 8,1935, in Spokane, WA, to Ervin and Lydia Weeks. He had one younger sister, Gaynell, more affectionately...

Mar 4, 2026

William P. Blessing (Bill) born October 2, 1943, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, has passed away in Boise, Idaho, on March 4, 2026. He was 82 years old and son of W. Phillip Blessing and Norma Crowley Blessing with two surviving siblings, Linda Koep (Court), and Robert Blessing (Lori dec.) all of Coeur d’Alene. He graduated from IHM High School, and...

Mar 3, 2026

Nancy Marie Hysong, born on October 21, 1936, in San Bernardino, California, went home to be with the Lord on March 3, 2026, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, surrounded by her  family.

Nancy, cherished her roots as an “Army Brat.” Her heart found joy in diverse locations, particularly in the beautiful landscapes of Hawaii and the quaint charm of Leavenworth.

Nancy is survived by...

Feb 27, 2026

Feb 26, 2026

Suzanne (Sue) Ray Thordarson, a beloved wife, mother, ama, and great-ama passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, in Post Falls, Idaho, surrounded by the love and warmth of her daughters. She spent her life nurturing a love of family, a steadfast faith, and a generosity to all that will be remembered forever through the lives of those she touched.

Born...

Feb 25, 2026

The world lost a very sweet, humble, hardworking man on 2-25-25. Rob passed away after a long struggle with dementia, with his beautiful bride of 63 years by his side to send him home to Jesus. He was born in Bellingham, Washington on May 29, 1941 to Olive & Lester Mathes. Most of his life was spent in Post Falls...

Feb 21, 2026

John G. Mackesy, born on July 9, 1939, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026, at the Post Falls Veteran's Home. A proud Vietnam veteran, John dedicated 23 years of service to the Army, earning a Bronze Star for his bravery and leadership.

John's life was characterized by hard work and commitment, traits he instilled in those around...

Feb 15, 2026

Mona K. Wolf, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, in Coeur D Alene, Idaho, accompanied by the warmth of her family. Born on October 10, 1935, in Grouse Flatts, Washington, she spent her life cultivating a legacy of love, faith, and generosity that will forever resonate through the lives of those she...

Feb 11, 2026

Melvin Dean Archer was born June 18th, 1944 to Melvin and Nona Archer. He was better known as Skip to family and friends as he received the moniker when it was decided he would be the skipper of the family. He was preceded in death by Dale Archer, Ruse Archer, Joyce Geboe, and recently by niece Kelli Jo. He leaves...

Feb 10, 2026

Deanna Gutzman passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, at the age of 73. Born on June 11, 1952, in Munising, Michigan, to Albert Ruperd and Sylvia Ruperd, she later moved to Idaho in 1980, where she built a life centered around family and love.

Deanna was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Her family was her greatest joy,...

Feb 10, 2026

Timothy Lee Missamore, 74, passed away on February 10, 2026, in Rapid City, SD. Born in Taft, CA, he lived a life marked by deep faith, heartfelt connections, a genuine love for conversation, and a spirit of adventure.

Affectionately known as Tim, he had a warm presence and a laugh that could light up any room. A gifted conversationalist, he loved...

Feb 10, 2026

Phyllis Joan Van Leuven, 92, passed away on February 10, 2026, after a long and meaningful life filled with love, resilience, and devotion to her family. She was born on November 30, 1933, to Harold “Pete” Foster and Sheila (Cooper) Foster, and grew up in Westwood, California.

In 1952, Phyllis married her high school sweetheart, Laurence (Larry) Van Leuven, beginning a...

Feb 9, 2026

Dr. Thomas Alan Spielman, age 76, of Hayden Idaho, passed away surrounded by loved ones on February 9, 2026. Tom was born on August 19, 1949 in Moline, IL, and graduated from Alleman High School in 1967. He also attended Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1978.

Tom married Sandra Jewell in 1970, and together they shared 55 years of marriage. They...

Feb 7, 2026

Jim Zeorlin, 88, born in Spokane WA to Ralph and Lois Zeorlin on August 23, 1937, passed away and went to be with the Lord, surrounded by family on February 7, 2026 after a brief illness. Jim lived a full and vibrant life, most recently at the Brookdale Independent Living Community in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He never met a stranger....

Feb 4, 2026

William “Bill” Schaffer, 75, passed away in his home in Post Falls, Idaho on February 4, 2026, after a long hard-fought battle with cancer. Bill was born on June 26,1950 , the son of William and Donna Schaffer (Russell).

He graduated from Kellogg High School in 1968 and enlisted into the United States Navy where he spent his next 4 years...