Obituaries

Feb 23, 2019

Jackie (Jack) Lee Miller passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, February 23, 2019, in Post Falls, Idaho.

Jack was born April 6, 1936, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Russel and Virginia Miller, the middle child of three.  Jack is survived by his eldest son, Scott (Alyda) Miller, Mitch (Joy) Miller, Mark (Paula) Miller, and step-daughters Sherry...

Feb 22, 2019

Joanne Frank Meyer, 61

Our beloved wife, mom, grandma and great-grandma, Joanne Frank Meyer, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away in her home Friday, Feb. 22, 2019. Joanne was born Dec. 22, 1936, in Dayton, Wash. She married Donald Frank in Walla Walla, Wash., on Sept. 18, 1957.

They made their home in Post Falls,...

Feb 20, 2019

In Loving Memory of Bunnie Bergquam Beverly "Bunnie" Ann Bergquam (84) went to be with Jesus on February 20, 2019 at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d'Alene, ID. Bunnie was born in Neche, North Dakota on November 6, 1934. Bunnie went to school at Moorhead State University, MN and earned  a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education. She  married Arthur Bergquam and had 62 wonderful years...

Feb 20, 2019

Ruby passed away February 20, 2019, in the Rathdrum home of her son, Steve Knight and his fiance, Elaine Harris. She had recently celebrated her 93rd birthday with a small, fun gathering. A dinner, gifts, many cards and good company made great memories for all. Ruby even learned how to play Bunco, debunking the myth about old dogs and new...

Feb 20, 2019

Johnston, Fern Arlene (Bracht) - Age 88

Much loved wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother, friend and community volunteer.Fern Arlene Johnston, born May 25, 1930 in Lewiston, Idaho to Lester and Helma Bracht, passed away February 20, 2019 in her home in Coeur d’Alene.  Fern grew up in Lewiston and attended the University of Idaho where she...

Feb 19, 2019

On Tuesday, February 19, 2019, Larry Gene Ritterling, loving husband and father, passed away at the age of 71 in Coeur d'Alene, ID at the Mannie E. Gladys Schneidmiller Hospice House.

Larry was born on January 31, 1948 in Deshler, Nebraska to John and Anna (Hoops) Ritterling. He spent his childhood on the family farm north of...

Feb 19, 2019

Marjorie Ellen Peterson (Kaphingst) passed into the glorious presence of her King on February 19, 2019. Born in California on April 20, 1951 to Shirley and Frederick C. Kaphingst, SFC., Marjorie made the family trio a foursome along with her older brother Michael. Eight years later her younger sister Tammy was born, completing their family. Fred's military career led...

Feb 18, 2019

Mary Ann Torp, 78, passed away February 18, 2019. Mary Ann was born on July 12, 1940 in Billings, Montana. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, March 1. 2019 at North Country Chapel; 2281 W Seltice Way, Post Falls, ID 83854. A Graveside will take place immediately following service at Evergreen Cemetery, Post Falls,...

Feb 17, 2019

Dorothy Lois Dundon “Lois” went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 17, 2019 in Coeur d’Alene, ID.  Lois was born on September 28, 1924 on a farm near St. John, WA to Melvin and Fern (Owens) Carnegie.  She moved with her parents to Rathdrum, ID, and then to Greenacres, WA.  She was a farm-girl at heart,...

Feb 16, 2019

Thomas Lee Osborn Sr., 77

Thomas Lee Osborn Sr., 77, entered the pearly gates of heaven February 16, 2019 at 7:32 pm. He is survived by his wife, Sheryl, her five children: Jimmy, David, Lori, Steven and Joe. Several grandchildren and granddaughter, Lacy (Lori’s daughter) who he and Sheryl raised from a very young age. Tom is...

Feb 13, 2019

Dolores “Coo” Palush, 92

Dolores Emily Marie (Teets) Palush, 92, was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus on February 13, 2019.  She was the only child born to Thurman and Emma (Semok) Teets, of Donora, PA, on February 21, 1926.  She was adoringly nicknamed Coo because she was a happy baby who cooed all the time....

Feb 12, 2019

James E Gallegos Jr passed away February 12, 2019. Jim fought lung cancer for over 3 years and was winning when he succumbed to COPD.

Jim was born in Altadena, CA at St Luke Hospital to James E and Shirley Jean Gallegos on December 26, 1947.

Jim grew up in California when you could still run...

Feb 9, 2019

Nancy ended her journey on earth and joined her Father’s heavenly choir on Feb. 9, 2019.

Mom’s journey started where she was born in Clarkston, Wash., to Lloyd and Viola (Babe) Stewart. She was the second of eight children, four of which passed before her. She graduated from Clarkston High School in 1948.

Her greatest...

Feb 8, 2019

William H. Munn

1925-2019

William Hector Munn was born on June 15, 1925, in Potlatch, Idaho, to Hector and Ruth (Taber) Munn and passed from his earthly body to join Alice on February 8, 2019, at Good Samaritan in Spokane Valley.   Bill grew up and attended schools in Coeur d’Alene except...

Feb 3, 2019

Ralph Jacob Capaul, 88 – Passed away Sunday evening (February 3, 2019) at his daughter’s home near Prichard after recovering from a fall and a bout with pneumonia. Born February 26, 1930 to George and Frances (Patchen) Capaul in Coeur d’Alene, he was a lifelong resident of Coeur d’Alene who enjoyed family, fishing, hunting, good Dean Martin music (never...

Feb 3, 2019

Claudia Jean Dixon-Pryor, 73

Claudia Jean Dixon-Pryor, 73, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away unexpectedly and peacefully at home on February 3, 2019. Claudia was born September 6, 1945 in Los Angeles, California to Robert Elton Dixon, and Helen June Rockwell. She moved to Coeur d'Alene with her family in 1958, attending IHM academy and...

Feb 2, 2019

Lois Jeanette (Turbak) Bening, 86, of Coeur d’Alene, passed away peacefully Saturday evening, February 2, 2019, at Kootenai Medical Center, after a short illness.

Lois was born October 30, 1932, to John and Marge Turbak of Kellogg, Idaho.  She graduated from Kellogg High School in 1950 and went to work as a secretary for the Purchasing Department...

Jan 31, 2019

Robert (Bob) Floyd Paffile

July 29, 1943—August 30, 2019

(Age 76)

After a well-lived life, Bob, age 76, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away Friday, 30 August, at the Schneidmiller Hospice House surrounded by his loving family. Born 29 July 1943, in Lewiston, Idaho, he was the son of the late Helen Joyce...

Jan 31, 2019

Charles A. Smith "Chuck"

Passed away the morning of June 14 at the age of 92 at Kootenai Health, He is survived by his Wife, Dorothy "Dottie", Daughter, Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren, Brother, Family and Many Friends.  Charles was born in 1926, served his country in WWII and married his wife of 47 years; he was a...

Jan 31, 2019

Richard Rocco (Rocky) Borello, 92

Though his family called him Ritchie, Ricky or Dick, Richard preferred to be called Rocky by his friends. Rocky was born on March 18th, 1926 in Brooklyn, New York to Santo and Mary Borello. He passed away unexpectedly after a sudden short illness.

When he was a young boy in...