Obituaries

Bonnie Lea Roth

Bonnie Lea Roth

Jan 31, 2025

ROTH, Bonnie Lea

Bonnie passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025, surrounded by her family. Bonnie was born September 9, 1934, in Littlefork, Minnesota, to Fred and Velma Shannon. At age 15, she moved with her parents to Twin Lakes, Idaho, where she met her future husband, Gus Roth.

Bonnie and Gus had 61 joyous years together at their beloved Twin Lakes...

Lucille O. Roth

Lucille O. Roth

Jan 30, 2025

Lucille (“Lucy”) Olive Smith Roth was born on March 26, 1932, in Littlefork, Minnesota to Carl Smith and Anna Hansen Smith, as the youngest of 7 children. Although her childhood was difficult- her mother passed away when she was only 3, and she grew up in a family of limited economic means during World War II- she spoke of it...

Gerald William Petersen

Gerald William Petersen

Jan 27, 2025

Petersen, Gerald William- Age 87

Gerald W. Petersen passed away on January 27, 2025.  He was born on February 20, 1937, to William Bernard Petersen and Rosalie Josephine (Frost) Peterson in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho

He was happy to have grown up in the Fort Grounds area in CDA. In fact, he lived most of his life in the same home on Forest...

Otis Lee Burge

Otis Lee Burge

Jan 24, 2025

Otis Lee Burge, age 95, of Rathdrum, Idaho, was received into the loving arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ, after passing away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, on January 24, 2025. He was born February 1, 1929, at home on the family farm in Pleasant Hill, Illinois to George and Elizabeth (Weaver) Burge. The youngest of six children,...

John Charles Rhoad

John Charles Rhoad

Jan 23, 2025

John Charles Rhoad, of Spokane, WA passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, he was 81 years old. John was born on April 10, 1943 in Spokane to John and Louise Rhoad. He was a beloved father, brother, grandfather, and close friend to many, who will be deeply missed. 

Growing up near Downriver Golf Course, John attended Shadle Park High School,...

Grace LaVada Mae Boughton

Grace LaVada Mae Boughton

Jan 23, 2025

Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, Grace LaVada Mae (Hoffman) Boughton, passed from our lives on January 23, 2025, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. 

Grace was born December 9, 1928 to Fred and Helene Hoffman in Brush, Colorado. Early on, Fred moved the family between Iowa and various western states to pursue work. Grace was only 8 when her mom passed...

Bradford James Johnson

Bradford James Johnson

Jan 22, 2025

Bradford James Johnson 78 crossed over on early morning January 22nd at his home with his wife Doña, daughter Tammy and OCD fur ball Ozzie by his side. 

Born May 1st 1946 to Walter and Shirley Johnson in Spokane Washington. 

Brad started with the Northern Pacific Railway as a teenager which became Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad. He married Janet before he...

Patricia J. Ireland

Patricia J. Ireland

Jan 21, 2025

Patricia Jacqueline Ireland (née Bevard), also known as Patti or P*Tricia, died in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on January 21, 2025, at the age of 75. She is survived by her daughter, Kitty Ireland; sister, Dawnelle Garvey; brother-in-law, Gerald Garvey; nephew and niece, Shay and Kasey Garvey; brother, Philip Meredith; sister-in-law, Anna Meredith; and longtime friend, Jack Christiansen, as well as...

Darlene Dee Prater

Darlene Dee Prater

Jan 21, 2025

Darlene Dee Prater, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, & friend, passed away peacefully on January 21st, 2025, at the Hospice House of North Idaho, surrounded by family and friends. 

Born on December 21st, 1945, in Ashland OR, to Lawrence “Buster” & Fern Rametes & grew up alongside her two brothers, Larry & Bill. 

Darlene was a proud graduate of Gilcrest High School, class...

Dennis Alexander Fishburn

Dennis Alexander Fishburn

Jan 18, 2025

Dennis Alexander Fishburn (Uncle D) passed away on January 18, 2025, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. 

 Dennis was born on December 11, 1955, in Decatur, Illinois to Lester J Fishburn and Thelnora E Fishburn third child of four siblings.  

Sgt Fishburn served 8 years in the United States Army, he was Pershing Missiles crewman in Germany he spent countless hours training and...

Richard Wayne Cann

Richard Wayne Cann

Jan 17, 2025

Richard W. Cann, 90, of Rathdrum died January 17, 2025. Arrangements by English Funeral Chapel.

Theodore "Ted" J. Braun, JR

Theodore "Ted" J. Braun, JR

Jan 17, 2025

Theodore J. Braun,88,of Post Falls 1936-2025

Ted passed away peacefully at the Hospice House of Coeur D'Alene Idaho. he is survived by his wife Suzanne Braun, His ex. wife Sally Braun , his 7 children Jackie, Mike, Bryon, Shaun, Melissa, Kristi, and Ryan and 3 step children Summer, Kenneth and Selena. He played music with the Old Time Fiddlers any many...

Lance Joseph Eberlein

Lance Joseph Eberlein

Jan 13, 2025

Lance Joseph Eberlein, 44, passed January 13th, 2025 at his home in Post Falls, leaving a great void in the lives of those he left behind. Born in Tonasket, WA on February 5th, 1980, he enjoyed a full youth filled with family activities such as camping, hunting, farming, and learning carpentry. He became a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle,...

Brittany Blettner

Brittany Blettner

Jan 12, 2025

Brittany Nicole Blettner

September 25, 1991 – January 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of Brittany Nicole Blettner, age 33, on January 12, 2025, in Coeur D'Alene, Idaho. Born on September 25, 1991, in Russellville, Kentucky, Brittany’s life was one filled with love, laughter, and light. She had a vibrant, bubbly personality...

Shari Lee Ellis

Shari Lee Ellis

Jan 11, 2025

Shari Lee Ellis, 75, of Post Falls died January 11, 2025. Arrangements by English Funeral Chapel, Post Falls. 

Lynda Caywood

Lynda Caywood

Jan 9, 2025

Lynda "Granny" Caywood (Peterson)'s Story

Lynda Peterson Caywood, lovingly known as "Granny," passed through to whatever comes next Jan. 9, 2025. Born in 1944, Lynda was a force of Nature from the moment she arrived Earthside, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.

Raised in Portland, Ore., and California, Lynda developed a lifelong love for the beach, a passion that...

Steven Martellucci

Steven Martellucci

Jan 8, 2025

Steven Martellucci July 16, 1947 – January 8, 2025 

Steven Martellucci, a retired contractor and proud Army veteran, passed away on January 8, 2025, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, at the age of 77. 

Born on July 16, 1947, Steven built a successful career as the owner of his own construction business in Northern California. His dedication to his craft and hard work...

Keith Hanlon

Keith Hanlon

Jan 7, 2025

Keith Patrick Hanlon, 69, passed away on January 7, 2025, in one of his favorite places on Earth, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, where he built a life full of love, laughter, and community.

Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on April 4, 1955, Keith earned his bachelor’s degree at University of Pennsylvania Edinboro before embarking on his adventure to Arizona and finally his life...

William Campbell Sinclair Jr.

William Campbell Sinclair Jr.

2025

William “Cam” Sinclair passed away on the morning of 6 January 2025, sixty six years after his birth in Lansing, Michigan to Bill and Joanne. He was surrounded by his family in his last hours and as he passed over. 

In his early years Cam moved around with his family, living in Michigan, Nevada, and for 5 years in Brazil. The...

Helen R. Mitchell

Helen R. Mitchell

Jan 4, 2025

Helen Ruth Renfroe Mitchell, 92, passed away on January 4, 2025, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Born on May 13, 1932, in Pelsor, Arkansas, to Marvin and Estelle Renfroe, Helen’s family relocated to Cataldo, Idaho, in 1940. There, she attended school in a one-room classroom alongside her three sisters—Pennee (Fisher), Wilma (Dorton), and Betty (Colson). Helen graduated from Kingston High School...