Obituaries

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...

Kim Dale Fultz

Kim Dale Fultz

Nov 18, 2024

Kim Dale Fultz, a dedicated technician at a fish hatchery and an avid enthusiast of the outdoors, passed away peacefully at his home in Buhl, Idaho, on November 18, 2024, just two days shy of his 67th birthday. Born on November 20, 1957, in Twin Falls, Idaho, Kim was known for his scientific mind, analytical skills, and infectious sense of...

Margery Allen Jordan

Margery Allen Jordan

Nov 7, 2024

Margery Allen Jordan, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, born on August 27, 1935, in Twin Falls, Idaho. She passed away peacefully in Twin Falls on November 7, 2024, leaving behind a legacy marked by her unwavering faith, deep love for family, and a commitment to her community.

Margery's career spanned several notable positions, including her time with Mountain Bell, where...

Florence Kay Pierce

Florence Kay Pierce

Nov 6, 2024

Florence Kay Pierce, born Florence Kay Mendiola, on June 20, 1938, in Boise, Idaho, passed away on November 6, 2024, in Buhl, Idaho. Florence lived a rich and fulfilling life, marked by deep family bonds, professional achievements, and dedicated community service.

Florence was born to Louis and Jean Mendiola and was proud of her Basque heritage. Growing up on Wilcomb Road...

Elizabeth Ruth Skinner

Elizabeth Ruth Skinner

Nov 4, 2024

Elizabeth Ruth Skinner, born on April 22, 1933, in Twin Falls, Idaho, peacefully passed away on November 4 2024, in Buhl, Idaho. She was a individual whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many.

A proud college graduate from Idaho State University, Elizabeth dedicated her professional life to a successful career in management. Her commitment to excellence and leadership was evident...

Janet Ladawn Easter

Janet Ladawn Easter

Nov 3, 2024

Janet Ladawn Easter was born February 17, 1964, and passed away November 3 2024. She was born in Grand Junction, Colorado where she lived most of her life. She moved to Twin Falls, Idaho and remained there for the rest of her life. 

Janet's career was in the dental field where she worked for 30 years. She valued honesty, integrity, and...

Tommy Lynn Stuart

Tommy Lynn Stuart

Nov 2, 2024

Tommy Lynn Stuart, 76, of Buhl, passed away November 2, 2024. Tom was born January 4, 1948, to Dale Daniel Stuart and Dorothy Beatrice Stuart in Archer City, Texas. He was raised along with 3 brothers, Marvin, Rick, and Bud.

Tom's father was a traveling salesman, and his mother was a stay-at-home mom. His parents got divorced, and he and his...

Jennie Louise Montgomery

Jennie Louise Montgomery

Nov 1, 2024

Jennie Louise (Smellie) Montgomery was born on a farm west of Buhl, Idaho, on December 2, 1940, to John Ricks Smellie “Jack” and Luella (Hansen) Smellie. Her older siblings are Rex, Bonnie, Dell, and Don, followed by a younger sister Pauline. She attended the Fairview School and was in the last class to graduate there before the school closed. She...

Lois Jane Mildon

Lois Jane Mildon

Oct 31, 2024

Lois Jane Mildon was born March 7, 1935, to Rudolph and Arabelle Peterson in Buhl, Idaho. She grew up on the family homestead south of Buhl in the Fairview area. She and her siblings Harold, Carol, Evelyn, and Ray grew up helping on the farm and dairy operations. All were very active in 4H. 

Every winter she would reminisce about the...

Eugenia Rae Hilbert

Eugenia Rae Hilbert

Oct 29, 2024

Eugenia "Gigi" Rae Hilbert, born on August 14, 1958, in Palo Alto, California, passed away on October 29, 2024, in Buhl, Idaho. A devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother, Gigi dedicated her life to her family and her faith. She was married to Douglas Hilbert on December 11, 1976, with whom she shared a deep and loving bond.

Professionally, Gigi...

Katherine Lois Carroll

Katherine Lois Carroll

Oct 26, 2024

Katherine Lois Carroll, 89, of Buhl, a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2024, after a battle with breast cancer. She had a long and fulfilling life and will be deeply missed.

Katherine was born on March 5, 1935, in Buhl, Idaho, and was the daughter of Ervin and Olive Marie Morrison. Katherine started 1st grade...

Vicente Ordaz Vargas

Vicente Ordaz Vargas

Oct 25, 2024

Vicente Ordaz Vargas passed away peacefully to meet our Lord on October 25, 2024. He was born to Maria Cleotilde Christina Vargas, a housewife, and Celso Vicente Ordaz, a Captain in the Mexican Army and as a Conductor for the railroad in Mexico, on February 20, 1945, in Torreon Coahuila, Mexico.

He liked sports. His favorite sport was boxing. He started...

Pamela Kay Craner

Pamela Kay Craner

Oct 20, 2024

Pamela Kay Craner, our beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully at home on October 20, 2024, surrounded by her family after a short battle with cancer. 

Pamela was born on January 1, 1962, in Twin Falls, Idaho, to Gerald and Vaudis O’Brien. She grew up in Buhl and spent endless hours riding her bike to the Buhl City Pool...

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