Obituaries
Adam Corrie Townsend
Feb 3, 2025
Adam Corrie Townsend, 35, passed away much too soon at his home in Coeur d’Alene. He is at peace and free from pain. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Adam was born to Debora and David Townsend on Aug. 22, 1989, in Spearfish, S.D. He moved with his family to Coeur d’Alene in 1990. Growing up, Adam...
Robert Eugene Roe II
Feb 2, 2025
Robert Eugene Roe II (Robbie) born April 30, 1979 in San Bernardino, CA. Died Sunday February 2, 2025 in Sand Point, ID. He was a resident of Post Falls, ID.
Robbie enjoyed hunting, camping and anything outdoors, but he LOVED fishing. He also loved his family.
He was employed by Plummer Forestry Products at the time of his passing. He leaves behind...
Dolores Jean La Liberte
Feb 2, 2025
Dolores Jean Hall La Liberte passed away at her home Feb. 2, 2025, at nearly 81 years young. She was known to all for her sharp wit, generosity and adventurous spirit — always ready to jump in the Jeep for a long ride or paddle across the lake and find something new to explore.
She had recently been diagnosed with myeloma,...
John Powell Melgaard Sr.
Feb 1, 2025
This beautiful man passed away too soon, but he lived a beautiful life. His plan was to retire and spend his time gardening and spoiling the grandchildren he loved so much.
John was a Physician Assistant in Coeur d'Alene and loved by all his patients as evidenced by the hundreds of cards he received after his stroke.
He is dearly missed, but...
Ruth E. Langford
Feb 1, 2025
Ruth E. Langford died peacefully at age 94 on February 1, 2025 in Post Falls, ID where she was residing at Guardian Angel.
Ruth is pre-deceased by her husband Lawrence Langford, mother Ermyn Valentine Cavens, and brother Oliver Cavens. She is survived by her two daughters, Lorraine Lee (Michel) and Toni Schwartz (Dave) and four granddaughters Jennifer Smith (Jeff), Shirrell Cook...

Nancy A. MacClanathan
Feb 1, 2025
At her request no service will be held.
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Bruce Hal Lauderdale
Jan 31, 2025
Bruce H Lauderdale, born August 14th, 1934, passed away peacefully in Coeur D Alene, Idaho on January 31st, 2025 with family by his side. Bruce was proceeded in death by his wife of 62 years, Nancy L Lauderdale, his parents, William H and Maude May Lauderdale, his daughter Wendy Lauderdale, his daughter Leah Aiono and his grandson Tony Wicker. Bruce...
Steven Russell Brown
Jan 31, 2025
Steven Russell Brown, 61, of Rathdrum died January 31, 2025. Arrangements by English Funeral Chapel, Post Falls.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Jan 17, 2025
Richard W. Cann, 90, of Rathdrum died January 17, 2025. Arrangements by English Funeral Chapel.