Obituaries

Sterling Ray Deitrick

Sterling Ray Deitrick

Feb 18, 2025

Sterling Ray Deitrick, 54, of Filer, passed away February 18, 2025.

Obituary details are pending.

Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the Church of Latter-day Saints Filer Stake Center, 840 West Midway Street, Filer.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family on Sterling's memorial webpage at www.farmerfuneralchapel.com.

Jessie "Diane" Ensunsa

Jessie "Diane" Ensunsa

Feb 9, 2025

Our loving and inspiring mother, Jessie Diane Ensunsa, of Castleford, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, February 9, 2025 - twelve days ahead of her 84th birthday. 

Diane was born at home on the family farm near View, Idaho - southeast of Burley - on February 21, 1941. She was the second oldest of five children – and the only daughter...

Mary Jeanne Elliott

Mary Jeanne Elliott

Feb 3, 2025

Mary Jeanne Elliott was born in Twin Falls, Idaho, and passed in Boise, Idaho, from natural causes. She attended schools throughout the Magic Valley graduating from Castleford High School. Mary Jeanne was raised by mother, Jean (MacKay) Thompson, and grew up with her sisters and brother. She loved 4-H and Job’s Daughters and served as Honored Queen. She often spent...

Dorothy Ellen Juker

Dorothy Ellen Juker

Jan 27, 2025

On January 27, 2025, Dorothy Ellen Juker peacefully passed away. God gave only the most special people hearts like hers and she made many people a part of our extended family, giving them a place to call home. Her open heart and arms will be missed in the community.

Dorothy was born March 31, 1936, in Twin Falls, Idaho to John...

Ronald "Ron" Eugene Romero Sr.

Ronald "Ron" Eugene Romero Sr.

Jan 25, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Ronald (Ron) Eugene Romero Sr., a loving husband, devoted father, proud grandfather, and cherished great-grandfather. Ron passed away peacefully on January 25, 2025, with his beloved wife of nearly 57 years, Carol Romero, holding his hand. His final moments were filled with love, prayer, and the comforting recitation of...

Lora Lue Schmeckpeper

Lora Lue Schmeckpeper

Jan 25, 2025

Our beloved, Lora Lue Schmeckpeper (Parksion), peacefully departed from us at her home on January 25th, 2025, at the age of 83. Surrounded by the comfort of her loved ones, Lora’s passing impacts the hearts of all that were fortunate enough to know her.

On May 25th, 1941, Lora was born at home to Vivian and Raymond Parksion in Castleford, Idaho....

Earl Warren Traxler

Earl Warren Traxler

Jan 24, 2025

Earl Warren Traxler, 77, of Buhl, died, Friday, January 24, 2025, at St. Luke’s Magic Valley Medical Center in Twin Falls. Earl was a loving husband, father, and always the life of the party. Earl was born to Harold and Marjorie (Westgarth) Traxler on April 5, 1947, in Sacramento, California. In 1961, Earl’s family moved to Buhl, Idaho, where Earl...

Connie Lynn Dearden

Connie Lynn Dearden

Jan 20, 2025

Connie Lynn Dearden, 60, passed away on January 20, 2025 surrounded by her family members and the love of her life, Richard Dearden. She was born on December 17, 1964 at Emanuel hospital in Portland, Oregon. She was born to her father Stephen Cummings and her mother Dawn McKellar. She was the oldest of three sisters, Patricia Cotonzariti and Pamela...

Kathy Ann Hansen

Kathy Ann Hansen

Jan 5, 2025

Kathy Ann Hansen, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on January 5, 2025, at the age of 65 in Twin Falls, Idaho. Kathy possessed many amazing qualities, some of which included patience, generosity, intelligence, and supportiveness. There was nothing she would not do for the people she loved.

Kathy was born on December 13, 1959, in San Diego, California, to...

Randy Edward Wilson

Randy Edward Wilson

Jan 2, 2025

We regret to announce the passing of Randy Edward Wilson, aged sixty-three, who passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family and his beloved dog Charlie on January 2, 2025, in Buhl, Idaho, after a short but very intense battle with a very rare lung disease. Randy was born on October 29, 1961, in Alhambra, California to Jim...

Geneva Carolyn McCoy Jardine

Geneva Carolyn McCoy Jardine

Jan 1, 2025

Geneva McCoy Jardine died Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at Serenity Transitional Care in Twin Falls. She was born June 19, 1940, in Twin Falls to Joseph Elmer Baxter and Maude Mae Wasson Baxter of Buhl.

A 1958 graduate of Buhl High School, she received her business administration degree at Northwest Nazarene College, Nampa, and taught business classes there for six years....

Nola Maxine Kacalek

Nola Maxine Kacalek

Dec 24, 2024

Nola Kacalek passed away peacefully on Christmas Eve 2024, at the Autumn Breeze Assisted Living Facility in Buhl where she had lived for two years. She was surrounded by family. She was born Nola Maxine Birdwell on June 16, 1926, at home in Coos Bay, Oregon, to Allen R. Birdwell and Leta “June” Harris Birdwell; the oldest of seven children....

Judith Kay Ray

Judith Kay Ray

Dec 19, 2024

Judith Kay Ray of 4647 D River Road. Buhl, Idaho passed away Thursday, December 19, 2024, of Alzheimer’s. She was born in Hillsdale, Michigan on November 30,1938 to Forrest and Thelma Croddy. Judith married Leo Ray in 1959 and in 65 wonderful married years they raised three children. Judith attended one year of college, married Leo and while he finished...

Carolyn Rae Kohntopp

Carolyn Rae Kohntopp

Dec 18, 2024

Carolyn Rae Kohntopp passed away on December 18, 2024 at River Rock Assisted Living Center in Buhl Idaho, after complications from a fall. She was born on January 4, 1939 at home in Castleford, Idaho, the youngest of three sisters to Gus and Ella (Zach) Kudlac. She was highly involved in 4-H and music in her early years. Her interest...

Rolando C. Villaro

Rolando C. Villaro

Dec 18, 2024

Rolando "Randy" C. Villaro, 72, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, surrounded by family. 

Born March 4, 1952, in the warmth of his family home in Manila, Philippines, he was the youngest child of Aderita C. Villaro and Arcadio Villaro. Rolando brought light, laughter, and an elegant charm to the world around him. He was an accomplished and important resident...

Mary "Terry" Hammond Withers

Mary "Terry" Hammond Withers

Dec 8, 2024

Mary "Terry" Hammond Withers, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2024, at Twin Falls Hospital surrounded by family. Terry was born June 30, 1943, in Beverly, Massachusetts to John and Elizabeth Hammond, and was a shining example of resilience and love throughout her life. She was the devoted wife of the late David Withers...

Alec Michael Norman Withers

Alec Michael Norman Withers

Dec 7, 2024

Alec Michael Norman Withers, born on August 2, 2000, in Twin Falls, Idaho, went to heaven on December 7, 2024.

Alec was known for his love of physical work and he always ensured that the yard was always watered and well-kept. One summer dragonflies appeared in the backyard while Cheryl was pregnant with Alec. The family lived there for three years...

George Glen Clark

George Glen Clark

Nov 30, 2024

George Glen Clark, 96, born November 18, 1928, in Clarkston, Utah, to Ray and Gladys Clark, passed away November 30, 2024, in Buhl, Idaho.

Glen married Marie Olander on Valentine’s Day in 1945. Two children, Ron and Linda, were born to their marriage and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren bless his posterity. Glen was a long-time resident of Southern...

Edith Elaine Eck

Edith Elaine Eck

Nov 30, 2024

Edith Elaine Eck was born on October 28, 1946, to C. Dick & Alice Loewen in Turlock, California. She passed away in Buhl, Idaho on November 30, 2024, after a short battle with cancer. She was 78 years old.

Grandpa and Grandma started their family with 3 sets of twins. Mom was in the 2nd set. There were another 4 children...

Melvin "Didi" Sylvester Dennis

Melvin "Didi" Sylvester Dennis

Nov 25, 2024

Melvin "Didi" Sylvester Dennis, born on January 15, 1964, in Seattle, Washington, passed away on November 25, 2024, in Buhl, Idaho. He was a cherished son, brother, beloved uncle and friend whose warm spirit and interests left a lasting impact on those who knew him.

Didi graduated from Buhl High School, where he laid the foundation for his diverse career. He...

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