obituaries

Jul 12, 2025

Steven Tremayne, 72, of Idaho Falls, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living in Idaho Falls. He was under the care of Aspen Home Health and Hospice.

He is survived by his daughters: Cori Tremayne of Boise, and Brandie Tremayne of Medford, OR; one brother, Dennis Tremayne; and one sister, Geneal Volpe of...

Jul 9, 2025

James Glore, 42, of Idaho Falls, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at the Oakshire Assisted Living Center.

Arrangements are pending under the care of Coltrin Mortuary, 2100 First Street, Idaho Falls. Online condolences may be sent to www.coltrinmortuary.com.

Jul 6, 2025

Cory Jay (Papa) Cox, 63, of Iona, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025.

Cory was born on January 2, 1962, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Glenn H Cox and Verdis Ilean Bloxham Cox, and was the baby of 7 children: Terry (Dorothy) Cox, Craig  Cox both of Pocatello, Idaho, Carla (Chris) Niemeier, Sandra (Wayne) Skelton, Jeffery Glenn...

Jul 4, 2025

Ronald Terrance (Terry) Hopkins was born on October 29, 1939, to Edgar Lester Hopkins and Grace Allen Hopkins, the last of eleven children. He grew up in Boise, Idaho, where he enjoyed causing all sorts of mischief. He graduated from Boise High School in 1957 and immediately joined the National Guard to serve his country. In 1959, he served...

Jul 4, 2025

Craig, a fun-loving and devoted family man, spent his life in Idaho as an avid outdoorsman, fishing and hunting from Palisades to the Middle Fork, while also building a legacy as an accomplished architect who designed and constructed numerous buildings across southeastern Idaho.

Craig was born on March 31, 1949, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to his proud...

Jul 4, 2025

Howard Halkar of Idaho Falls lost his cancer battle on July 4th, 2025, at the age of 70.

He was born in Baraboo, Wisconsin, to Fred and Eunice Halkar and was the youngest of four children. The family moved to Idaho Falls and started Halkar's Danish Bakery, which was later sold and became Carsten's. Howard attended school...

Jun 29, 2025

Sharon Davenport Douglass, 91, of Idaho Falls, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. She lived at Lincoln Court for the past two years. She was under the care of Aspen Home Health and Hospice.

Sharon was born on December 4, 1933, in Parker, Idaho, to Charles Sperry Davenport and Flora...

Jun 28, 2025

Donald (Don) Bert Browning, 96, of Idaho Falls, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2025. He was living at Fairwinds Senior Living and was under the wonderful care of Brio Hospice.

Don was born prematurely on September 19, 1928. The birth was at home to a petite, young Nellie Browning and Bert Browning, in a simple...

Jun 27, 2025

Steven Ronald Brower, 60, of Idaho Falls, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was under the care of Solace Hospice.

Steve was born on October 6, 1964, in Las Vegas, Nevada, to Ronne and Louise Brower. The youngest of four children and the only boy, he enjoyed...

Jun 27, 2025

Pamela Ann Leedy Robson McCue told me more than once that when she died, she did not want an obituary. What follows is not an obituary, but a love story by JG McCue III about myself and my Friend, Lover, Wife, and Teacher for almost 63 years.

Pam loved movies, especially a couple she used in her...

Jun 18, 2025

Marilyn Marie Tuck (Petey), 74, of Ammon, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at her home.

She was born on November 29, 1950, to John Martin and Florence Rusch Martin in Bellevue, Ohio. She grew up in Bellevue and graduated from Providence Senior High School in 1969. She also graduated from Providence Practical Nursing School.

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Jun 18, 2025

Rex Lydell Coles, 88, of Ammon, Idaho, peacefully returned to his Heavenly Father on June 18, 2025, having fulfilled his mortal mission with faith and love. We find comfort in the knowledge that families are eternal.

Rex was born in the Idaho Falls LDS Hospital to Leonal Coles and Edith Gertrude McLing Coles on February 11, 1937....

Jun 17, 2025

DeeAnn Holmes, 82, of Idaho Falls, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at MorningStar Senior Living. She was under the care of Mission Home Health and Hospice.

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.

Jun 17, 2025

James (Jim) Benwill Jones Dorst, 91, of St. Anthony, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Madison Carriage Cove.

Jim was born on October 3, 1933, in Freeport, Illinois, to Martin James Dorst and Mary Suzanna Jones Dorst. He spent his childhood days in the woods of Illinois and Wisconsin. In his junior year of high...

Jun 15, 2025

Sherry Lynn Branson Garcia, 67, of Idaho Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 15, 2025.

Sherry was born on July 20, 1957, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Jack and Beverly Branson. She grew up in Idaho Falls and graduated from Skyline High School in 1975. She continued her education later and earned her bachelor's degree.

Jun 9, 2025

On June 9, 2025, Heaven gained an amazing angel, as we said goodbye to our beloved husband, father, brother, grandpa, and friend, Bruce D. Brinton. Bruce, 69, passed away unexpectedly from a sudden heart attack at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

Bruce was born on August 15, 1955, in Rigby, Idaho, to William Max and Maxxine Brinton....

Jun 8, 2025

As a family, we are heartbroken to announce the sudden passing of our mom, Cindy Jo Bell, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, on June 8, 2025. Cindy was born on June 11, 1957, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Delbert and Charleen Schmier. She attended and graduated from Bonneville High School.

In 1973, she married Kenneth Brown. Together, they created...

Jun 7, 2025

Ruth Lois McKell Rose was released from her earthly assignment on June 7, 2025, in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Born in Spanish Fork, Utah, on May 21, 1934, to Charles Robert McKell and Mary Madelyn (Madge) Butler McKell. Growing up in Provo, Utah. Lived briefly at the State Hospital where her father was employed until a house was built in...

Jun 5, 2025

Elaine McKinley Griffin, 82, of Idaho Falls, passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Eagle Rock Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 9, 2025, at Rexburg Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Coltrin Mortuary, 2100 First Street, Idaho Falls. Condolences may be sent to www.coltrinmortuary.com.

Jun 3, 2025

Arva Witbeck, 89, of West Valley City, Utah, passed away in a hospital due to complications from a surgery in Salt Lake City on June 3, 2025.

Arva was born March 29, 1936, in Sutherland, Millard County, Utah, the daughter of Silas Earl Johnson and Mary Elva Draper. She was the fifth of six children.

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