Obituaries

Dec 28, 2024

Lammert “Bert” Klungel, age 90, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. 

Bert was born on October 22, 1934, in Groningen province in the Netherlands, to Hendrik and Hilchien (Hilda) Klungel. His childhood was shaped by the challenges of World War II, during which his family endured Nazis occupying his home, until...

Dec 17, 2024

Joseph D. Toombs, affectionately known as Joe, was born on March 14, 1975, in Spokane, Washington. He departed this world on December 17, 2024, in Post Falls, having bravely battled Crohn's disease for many years. Joe leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and warmth felt by all who knew him.

Joe's journey was marked by his unwavering commitment to family...

Dec 16, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Clarence Joseph Bettencourt, age 66, on December 16th. CJ, to those who knew him, was born in Turlock California on May 26, 1958, to the late Clarence Sr and Rose Bettencourt. He passed away in his adopted home of Coeur d’ Alene Idaho.

CJ’s memory is left to...

Dec 10, 2024

Craig was a gentle, humble man. He was playful, caring, and sensitive with a quick wit and never-ending supply of jokes and lines from movies or songs. He had natural musical talent early on. When he was 13, Santa brought him a guitar, which became his passion for the rest of his life and brought him some of his best...

Dec 5, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we share the loss of our beloved son, Paxton Ace Hovaldt, age 12. Paxton left this world far too soon on December 5, 2024, leaving an ache in our hearts that words cannot fully express. Born on July 4, 2012, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, to Brandie Otter and Joey Hovaldt, Paxton was our firecracker,...

Nov 23, 2024

Brian L. Birge, a beloved father, son, and brother, passed on November 23, 2024 in Post Falls, Idaho. He was born on March 30, 1965, in Spokane, Washington, where he spent his formative years and graduated from East Valley High School, leaving a lasting impact on those who knew him.

On July 9, 1988, Brian married Laura Harms in Auburn, Washington....

Nov 11, 2024

Márias, János (John), was born on January 29th, 1927, in a small farmhouse in the very small town of Tázlár, Hungary. He was the eldest of three siblings, and experienced numerous adventures. Over the years, he shared with us his fondest memories of that time. At age 16, he joined the (Hungarian) army to fight for his country. He was...

Nov 8, 2024

Paul John Reuter was born to Robert and Anne Reuter in Detroit, Michigan, on August 13th, 1946. In 1955, Robert Reuter relocated his family to Torrance, California, to work in the Los Angeles area. Robert and Anne had three children: Robert, Paul, and Marianne. 

Paul graduated from Bishop Montgomery High School in Torrance, California, and worked at The Daily Breeze Newspaper...

Nov 7, 2024

Irene Eugenia Denke

Irene was born on January 15,1940, to Eva and Otilio Villicana in Tapachula, Chiapas,Mexico. She was baptized and confirmed into the Catholic faith by the VenerableArchbishop Luis Maria Martinez of Mexico City. She was very proud of this and read allhis books.She grew up in Cuernavaca, Mexico. It was there while teaching Spanish that she met thelove of her...

Nov 5, 2024

Anna Lee Davis (née Rees) 

With hearts full of love and remembrance, we honor the extraordinary life of Anna Lee Davis (née Rees), who passed peacefully on November 5, 2024. Anna's life was a celebration of resilience, kindness, and a joyful spirit that touched everyone who knew her. 

Anna was born on January 19, 1949, in Auburn, California, to Bill and Effie...

Nov 3, 2024

Sheila Marie Raden, born on May 22, 1990, in Merced, California, departed this life on November 3, 2024. She was a cherished daughter, sister, and friend, known for her vibrant spirit and love for life.

Sheila's childhood years were spent in Merced moving to Post Falls, Idaho, at the age of 12, where she would eventually complete her middle and high...

Nov 1, 2024

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Karen D. Fullmer, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She passed away peacefully in her new home in Spokane, on November 1, 2024. Karen was the daughter of Alice Boucher Shannon and Duane Leonard Moore, born in Fullerton California August 21, 1944. 

Karen grew up in Santa Clara and Bakersfield,...

Oct 27, 2024

Myrna Bevacqua, 85

Passed away in her sleep at Kootenai Memorial Hospital on 10/27/24 at 5:05 AM.

Myrna Lou Leicht was born 5/3/39 in Ronan, Montana. She grew up in Hamilton, Montana with

her father, Albert, mother, Bertha, Sister, Karen, and brother, Wayne. Myrna went to Central

Washington University in Ellensburg, Washington. She met her husband, Tony Bevacqua in

Vallejo, California. They were married 11/4/61...

Oct 24, 2024

On October 24,2024 we lost Brent Kidwell unexpectedly. Born on March 3,1964 in Brawley, California, to Tarzan and Ruby Kidwell, he graduated from BUHS in 1983. Brent began his career as an EMT with Gold Cross Ambulance before joining the Imperial Irrigation District, where he worked as a zanjero.

In 2000 he moved his family to Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, eventually settling...

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Oct 21, 2024

Kenya Williams, 53, passed away in Rathdrum, Idaho on Monday, October 21st, 2024. 

Kenya was born on June 13th, 1971 in Champaign, IL and grew up in Los Angeles, CA.

One of Kenya’s most memorable jobs was as a call center trainer for T-Mobile/Center Partners in Coeur d’Alene, ID. He was known to be the boss people had the most fun with,...

Oct 17, 2024

Oct 14, 2024

 Mary Joyce Wildschutz was born in Huron, South Dakota to August Nicholas Wildschutz and Sylvia Marie Nelson on November 29, 1934. Her family moved to Seattle, Washington, when she was very young and then to Los Angeles, California.

 She attended Franklin High School in Los Angeles, California. At fifteen, she met her future husband, Benedetto, at St. Ignatius Church in Los...

Oct 10, 2024

Beloved wife, mother, stepmother, and friend to many passed away on October 10,2024 

She was born on April 14 and raised in California then later in life became an Idahoan. Marian was a strong and independent woman who enjoyed shaping young minds as a teachers aid. She loved seeing the smile on young kids faces as she was teaching them. She...

Oct 3, 2024

Ryan Otis Alexander, 54, of Rathdrum, Idaho, was received into his loving Savior’s embrace on October 3rd, 2024. 



Ryan was born in Corning, California on May 16, 1970 to Frank Alexander and Delia Graham Alexander. He spent most of his childhood exploring the hills of Northern California and summers in the lush peninsula of western Washington. 



Ryan was an adventurer from the...