obituaries

Sep 19, 2025

Kenneth George Koller, 79, of Idaho Falls, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

Services will be held at a later date. Cremation is under the care of Coltrin Mortuary, 2100 First Street, Idaho Falls. Online condolences may be sent to www.coltrinmortuary.com.

Sep 18, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Virgil J. Valantine.

Born on October 2, 1934, in Beaver, Utah, to Vina Agnes Jones and George Urban Valantine, Virgil spent his early years in Beaver and Caliente, Nevada. As a spirited young boy, he was known for his...

Sep 17, 2025

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend, Calen Joshua Walters, who left this world far too soon at the age of 18. He passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.

He was born on March 28, 2007,...

Sep 16, 2025

Layne L Barber, 67, of Ammon, passed away on September 16, 2025, at his home. He was under the care of his family and Solace Hospice.

Layne was born on March 9th, 1958, to Lowell Dee and Mary Phyllis (Fullmer) Barber, in Idaho Falls, ID. He attended Longfellow Elementary, O.E. Bell Junior High, and graduated from Skyline...

Sep 15, 2025

Steven C. Archibald, 76, of Ammon, Idaho, passed away with his wife and sons by his side on September 15, 2025, following several years of health complications.  Steven's warmth, humor, and kindness touched the lives of all who knew him. He loved unconditionally and was deeply loved in return by his wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, and countless...

Sep 7, 2025

Susan D. Kime, 82, of Idaho Falls, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025, at her home. She was under the care of Aspen Home Health and Hospice.

Sue was born May 3, 1943, to Fred Donald Keane and Betty Rae Craven Keane in Pocatello, Idaho. She grew up in Pocatello and graduated from Pocatello High School in...

Sep 4, 2025

Ashley Marrie Jeppsen, 40, of Rigby, Idaho, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at Idaho Falls Community Hospital, surrounded by those who loved her. She was under the care of Aspen Home Health and Hospice.

Ashley was born on November 20, 1984, in Rexburg, Idaho, to Jon Edward Simmons and Nancy Smith Simmons. She was raised...

Sep 3, 2025

Geraldine Anette Waller, 78, formerly of Idaho Falls, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at St. Luke's Regional Medical Center in Boise.

Private family services will be held. Condolences may be sent online to www.coltrinmortuary.com.

Sep 2, 2025

Aaron Allen Armstrong, 60, of Rigby, passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2025, at his home. He was under the care of Heritage Home Health and Hospice.

Aaron was born June 6, 1965, to Daniel Armstrong and Rose Orner Armstrong in Idaho Falls, Idaho. The family lived in Hawaii for many years before moving back to Idaho....

Sep 2, 2025

Barbara Sue Carruthers, 73, of Ammon, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at Idaho Falls Community Hospital.

No services will be held. Cremation is under the care of Coltrin Mortuary, 2100 First Street, Idaho Falls. Condolences may be sent online to www.coltrinmortuary.com.

Aug 31, 2025

Margaret Roberts Andrus, 91 of Idaho Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Fairwinds Sand Creek Assisted Living in Idaho Falls. She was born on November 19, 1933, in Rigby, Idaho, to William Carlos Roberts and Florence Emma Koller Roberts. She spent her childhood and youth with cherished friends and family in Sugar City, Idaho. She...

Aug 30, 2025

Kandi Lee Butler, 56, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, passed away August 30, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah, surrounded by her family after a long health battle. She was under the care of the University of Utah's Hospice Services.

Kandi was born on August 16, 1969, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Ronnie Kenneth Butler and Linda Jo...

Aug 27, 2025

Jason R Park, 54, of Rigby, beloved Son, Father, Grandfather, and Brother, passed away surrounded by family on August 27, 2025.

Jason was born on March 4, 1971, in Rexburg, Idaho, to Janet Shupe Park and Reed Nuel Park, the youngest of four boys. He attended Verdugo Hills High School in California, where he met his wife,...

Aug 26, 2025

Destry Wayne Green, 66, of Idaho Falls, passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Rigby Lake Assisted Living. He was under the care of Enhabit Hospice.

No services will be held. Cremation is under the care of Coltrin Mortuary, 2100 First Street, Idaho Falls. Condolences may be sent to www.coltrinmortuary.com.

Aug 26, 2025

Mary Emma Krull, 96, of Idaho Falls, passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at her home. She was under the care of Eden Home Health.

No services will be held. Cremation is under the care of Coltrin Mortuary, 2100 First Street, Idaho Falls. Condolences may be sent to www.coltrinmortuary.com.

Aug 23, 2025

Karen Annette Ellis, a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished friend, passed peacefully at her home with family by her side on August 23, 2025, at the age of 79.

Karen was born on St. Patrick's Day, 1946, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Leslie Earl and Lillian Annette Gray, the fifth of seven children. She attended York...

Aug 22, 2025

Wilma DeAnn Hendricks, 83, of Idaho Falls, passed away on Aug. 22, 2025.

DeAnn was born on July 22, 1942, in Rexburg, Idaho, to Alma Daich Holmes and Nellie Rosetta Michaelson Holmes.

DeAnn and her sisters were the best of friends, and she spent her early years playing, riding bikes, and spending time with her...

Aug 21, 2025

With profound sadness, the family of Gail Brandon Dix of Ruidoso, New Mexico, announces her passing on August 21, 2025, at the age of 80, after a long battle with cancer.

Gail was born on November 26, 1944, to Christina (Rolfe) Brandon and Isaac Joe Brandon of Murray, Kentucky. Gail graduated from Calloway County High School in...

Aug 19, 2025

Diana Lynn Monson, 65, of Blackfoot, Idaho, passed away on August 19, 2025, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

Diana was born on March 17, 1960, to Leon Wendell Monson and Verla Rae Monson in Malad City, Idaho. She was the third child of seven children. Diana spent her early childhood in Malad City until the family...

Aug 16, 2025

Karl Heinz Carstens, 83, of Idaho Falls, passed away on August 16, 2025, at Lincoln Court Retirement Center. He was under the care of Eden Hospice.

Private Family Services will be held. Cremation is under the care of Coltrin Mortuary, 2100 First Street, Idaho Falls. Online condolences may be sent to www.coltrinmortuary.com.