Obituaries

Nov 4, 2020

Jearlyn Jean Nelson, 75, of Rupert passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2020, at her home. She was born September 12, 1945 in Vancouver, Washington to Thelbert “Al” and Genevieve Applen. She was the oldest of six children. She attended Fort Vancouver high school and Clark College where she graduated with an electrical engineering degree. She was employed by Georgia...

Nov 1, 2020

Donald Dean Cantrell

January 8, 1933 ~ November 1, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Donald “Dean” Cantrell announce his passing from COVID-19 on November 1, 2020 at a local care facility.

Dean Cantrell was born on January 8, 1933 in Bergman, Arkansas, to Allen John and Lena (Devore) Cantrell. He...

Oct 29, 2020

Arthur Reuel Chandler, Jr. passed away October 29, 2020. Art was the fifth son born to Arthur Reuel Chandler and Margaret Foster Chandler on April 1, 1929 in Rigby, Idaho. He joined brothers, James, George, Foster and Grant. Added to the family later were a sister, Lillie Mae, and another brother, Kay.  Art grew up in Rigby, Idaho. He...

Oct 23, 2020

Connie Jo Misenhimer, 73, of Filer, passed away on October 23, 2020 in Twin Falls, Idaho.

Connie was born in Twin Falls on March 16, 1947 to Frank and Beth Hafer. She was the middle of three girls. She attended elementary school in Twin Falls and then her family moved to the Bay Area in California where...

Oct 13, 2020

Paul Arthur Werner, 63, of Hazelton, Idaho, passed away October 13, 2020 at his home.

Paul, or “Pepper” as he was affectionately known was born June 22, 1957 in Twin Falls, Idaho to Paul William Werner and Elizabeth Coeijmans Werner. He was raised in the Hazelton area on the family farm in the Kasota area, which his...

Oct 11, 2020

Howard Curtis Darrow of Castleford, Idaho, was born August 29, 1945, in Ogden, Utah, the son of John Howard and Verna Nielsen Darrow. Curt was raised on the family farm northwest of Castleford and graduated from Castleford High School in 1963. He attended Utah State University and graduated with bachelor’s degrees in Animal Science and Accounting.

During his junior year...

Oct 10, 2020

On October 10, 2020, Heaven gained another angel, Lillian Gerber Mefford Jacobsen passed away at home surrounded by her dear loved ones, she was 93. Lillian was born to Fred and Emma Gerber on February 26, 1927 in Buhl, Idaho.

As a young girl, Lillian attended Cedar Draw School and graduated in 1945 from Buhl High School....

Oct 2, 2020

James “Jim” B. Elliott, age 73, of Buhl, Idaho suddenly returned to his heavenly home on Monday, October 2, 2020. The world has lost a great father, stepfather, grandfather, brother, cousin, uncle, nephew, and church greeter.

Jim was born in Pocatello, Idaho on January 11, 1947 to Garrell “Jerry” and Doris (Bell) Elliott. A few years later,...

Sep 29, 2020

Carl “Dennis” Clardy, Jr. passed away at home with his wife, Catherine Clardy, by his side on Tuesday, September 29, 2020. He was born on February 5, 1938, in Galveston, Texas to Carl, Sr. and Anna May Clardy also of Galveston.

Dennis completed high school in Galveston and went on to attend University of Houston. In 1957,...

Sep 17, 2020

Kelly L. Welch of Twin Falls backed his final long-haul load into the gates of Heaven on Thursday, September 17, 2020, at the age of 67.

Kelly was born the second of five children to Jay and Barbara Welch on May 9, 1953. He was raised in Castleford. He enjoyed the benefits of growing up in a...

Sep 5, 2020

Maria Fatima Azevedo, 67, of Buhl, passed away on September 5, 2020 with her son and daughter by her side.  She was born to Francisco Tavares de Sousa and Maria da Conceicao Lima on May 16, 1953, in São Miguel, Azores, Portugal.

Maria Fatima’s passions and primary focuses in life were her faith in God, her children...

Sep 3, 2020

Elaine Phillips Padeken passed away September 3, 2020, at her home in Hau’ula, Hawaii surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Michael S Padeken Jr; her 6 children: Alohilani R (Anthony), Kalanikapua M.D. (Rex), Michael S.K. (Camille), Ammon K. (Bunnary), David K. (Amy), and Tobias K.; her 23 grandchildren; Pockets and Leo; her...

Aug 29, 2020

Scott Andrew McLeroy born November 16, 1962 to Jr. and Barbara McLeroy in Fresno, California, died from a massive heart attack on August 29, 2020 at home in Buhl, Idaho.

Scott loved his family, motorcycles, NASCAR and his cats.  He was proud of serving his country in the Navy.

Scott is survived by his partner of 34...

Aug 20, 2020

Filer-Jerold G. Wachal Jr., 77, of Filer, died Thursday, August 20, 2020 at a Twin Falls care facility. Arrangements are pending under the care of Farmer Funeral Chapel, Buhl.

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Aug 17, 2020

Shirley Delight McCabe McCoy

January 26, 1931 ~ August 17, 2020

Shirley Delight McCabe McCoy died, August 17, 2020. She was born on January 26,1931 to Walter McCabe and Viola Mahoney McCabe on the Salmon Track, south of Filer, Idaho. Shirley married W.E. “Abe” McCoy in 1947. They moved to Buhl in 1948. Abe passed...

Aug 16, 2020

Ruth Irene Harding Duggan

June 5, 1923 ~ August 16, 2020

Ruth Irene Harding Duggan, 97, of Buhl, Idaho passed away Sunday, August 16, 2020 at a local care center.

Ruth was born in Buhl, Idaho on June 5, 1923 to Roland and Verna Harding.  She was the oldest of four siblings.  Ruth...

Aug 5, 2020

Twin Falls - Daniel Mark Gruenwald, 57, of Twin Falls, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at a local hospital. Arrangements are under the care of Farmer Funeral Chapel, Buhl. The family would like to personally thank all the first responders who helped Daniel in his time of need.

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Jul 29, 2020

Hollister - Larry "Butch" Albert Harms Jr, 52 of Hollister, Idaho passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at his home. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am, Wednesday, August 5, 2020, at West End Cemetery, 1574 East 4150 North, Buhl, Idaho.

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Jul 27, 2020

Jeffery Scott Fairchild

November 16, 1958 ~ July 27, 2020

Jeffery Scott Fairchild passed away July 27, 2020 in Buhl, Idaho. Jeff was born November 16, 1958 in Twin Falls, Idaho to parents Rex Fairchild and Marge Riggs.

Jeff was the kind of guy that was always there to help. He would do...

Jul 26, 2020

Michael Shawn Thompson

September 3, 1972 ~ July 26, 2020

Michael Shawn Thompson passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 26, 2020 after battling with end stage kidney disease.

Michael was born on September 3, 1972 in Bremerton, Washington to David L. Thompson (deceased) and Ann D Bauer Thompson Pyle (divorced). Michael...