Local Obituaries for Post Falls, Rathdrum, Kootenai County & Surrounding Areas
Kala Geree Faler
Jun 21, 2025
In Memory of Our Adored Mother
Kala Geree Faler (Ross)
Sunrise: May 8, 1958 – Sunset: June 21, 2025
On June 21st, surrounded by the care of those she loved and close to her. Our beautiful mother
peacefully transitioned from this world after a battle with a rare and aggressive form of lung cancer. Even
in her final days, her strength, her grace, and immeasurable...
Dale Edward Martin
Jun 16, 2025
Dale Edward Martin, born on September 29, 1952, in Eugene, OR, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2025, in Post Falls, Idaho, at the age of 72. He was the beloved son of Mel and Peggy Martin who fostered in him a deep appreciation for the outdoors and a practical, straightforward view of life.
Dale spent much of his career with...
Gary Jay Hill
Jun 15, 2025
Gary J Hill was born on May 28, 1960, to Joseph Hill and Donna Emra. A proud veteran, Gary served in the United States Navy from 1978 to 1989, stationed at NAS Whidbey Island. It was there he met the love of his life, Michele Sweeney. The two were married on August 9, 1979, and together they built a life...
Shelba Jean Flock
Jun 3, 2025
Shelba Jean Flock, lovingly known as "Jean," went home to our Lord on June 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on January 7, 1942, in Keota, Oklahoma to George and Mary Tennessee Sandlin, Jean graced us with her vibrant spirit for over eighty-three years. Her journey through life was marked by her infectious joy, unyielding love...
Holly Marie Tollefson
Jun 3, 2025
Holly Marie Tollefson, born on June 10, 1982, in Olympia, Washington, left this world on June 3, 2025, in Dalton Gardens, Idaho. She was a vibrant soul whose kindness and welcoming nature deeply touched the lives of everyone she encountered. Holly's spirit radiated warmth, and her infectious sense of humor always made others feel at ease.
A proud graduate of Olympia...
Earl William Rix
Jun 3, 2025
Earl William Rix, 79, Post Falls Idaho was born on October 21, 1945, in Seattle Washington to Hiram Edgar Rix and Esther Bollone. Earl grew up in Seattle Washington, the only son of five siblings. He had four sisters: Patricia, Arlene, Jean, and Briona (aka Janeth). In 1958 at the age of 13, he won the greater Seattle Old Woody...
Kenneth Allen Verhaag
Jun 2, 2025
Kenneth Allen Verhaag, a devoted family man, passed away on June 2, 2025, in Post Falls, Idaho, at the age of 57. Born on February 22, 1968, in Spokane, Washington, Ken was the son of Gerald Cecil Verhaag and Earlene Kay Verhaag.
Ken built a successful career as the previous owner of Kenny V's Tire Store, where his commitment to excellent...
Phyllis Jean Smuts
May 30, 2025
Phyllis Jean Smuts passes away at the age of 95 on May 30, 2025 in her daughter-in-law's home in Post Falls Idaho. Phyllis was born on August 10, 1929 in Huntington, Indiana to Clarence E. Welty and Josephine Stookey.
Phyllis grew up in Huntington Indiana where she graduated from high school. She was one of thirteen siblings. When Phyllis was 10...
Imogene Sverdsten
May 29, 2025
Imogene (White,Payne) Sverdsten
September 8, 1931-May 29, 2025
Mom passed away peacefully on May 29th at her home surrounded by family.
Ima was born September 8, 1931 in Bend, Oregon to Adrian and Mae White. She was the oldest of 7 children including brothers Jess, Frank and Don White, and sisters Karen (Peterson), Nadine (Weddle) and Mary (Sperber).
She grew up in Rose Lake,...
Steven Tyler Hutchin
May 28, 2025
**In Loving Memory of Steven Tyler “Steve’O” Hutchin**
*July 23, 1991 - May 28, 2025*
It is with heavy hearts that we share the unexpected passing of Steven Tyler “Steve’O” Hutchin on May 28, 2025, in his home in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. At just 33 years old, Steven’s vibrant spirit and warm presence have left an irreplaceable void in the lives of...
Linda Lou Cook
May 26, 2025
In Loving Memory of Linda Lou Cook (Lin)
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Linda Lou Cook (Lin), beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and partner, who left this world on May 26, 2025, in Coeur d'Alene. She was born on August 10, 1951, in Pomeroy, Washington, to her cherished parents, Maurice and Carol Sexton.
Linda's life was a tapestry of love...
Maniti Taufaiai Faamau
May 21, 2025
Maniti Taufaiai Faamau, 69
POST FALLS, IDAHO — Maniti Taufaiai Faamau, a devoted husband, cherished father and grandfather, beloved brother, uncle, and respected church deacon, passed away peacefully at home on May 21, 2025, in Post Falls, Idaho. He was 69.
Born on February 12, 1956, in Vailuutai, Western Samoa, to Maniti and Mafina Faamau, he was one of 11 siblings in...
Donald Veryl Fackler
May 19, 2025
Donald Veryl Fackler
Born: February 16, 1954
Lane County, Oregon
Don passed away on May 19, 2025. He was a loving husband to his wife Sherry for 15 years. He had 3 stepchildren: Tina, Patrick of Hayden, ID and Keith from Elko, NV. He also had a stepdaughter, Amber, from Oregon. He is proceeded in death by his parents, Delbert and Evelyn. He...
SANDRA L. KIRSCH
May 17, 2025
Sandy L. Kirsch, a beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025, at the age of 76. Born in Portland, Oregon, and raised in Pasadena, California, Sandy later moved to Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, in the late 1960s. She married Richard Kirsch in 1973, embarking on a journey filled with love and commitment.
Sandy dedicated her professional life...
Ronald Eugene Horn
May 12, 2025
Ronald E. Horn
1955 – 2025
Ronald E. Horn, 69, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on May 12, 2025, in Spirit Lake, Idaho.
Born in Madera, California, Ron spent most of his early life in Central California, where he met the love of his life, Nora. In 1995, they moved to Idaho, where they built a life together until Nora’s...
Christopher Ryan Jeffreys
May 10, 2025
Christopher Ryan Jeffreys
February 21, 1980 – May 10, 2024
Christopher Ryan Jeffreys, 45, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of love, loyalty, and quiet strength. Born February 21, 1980, in Denver, Colorado, Chris graduated from Golden High School in 1998 and later earned a Bachelor’s degree in Network Security—a field in which he thrived. For the...
Vern Lee Rawlins
May 9, 2025
Vern Lee Rawlins 85, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away May 9, 2025 in Post Falls, Idaho. Born in Marlette, Michigan and later moved to Sylmar, California where he attended school in San Fernando, California before embarking on a fulfilling career. In his early years, he worked as a glazier, later transitioning to a role as a custodian...
Thomas Arthur Simonsen
May 1, 2025
Thomas Arthur Simonsen (Tom), born on September 23, 1962, in Ontario, Oregon, passed away peacefully in his home on May 1, 2025, in Rathdrum, Idaho. He was 62 years old. Tom’s journey was marked by love, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to the well-being of those around him.
He was the beloved son of Clinton and Leila Simonsen and grew up...
Cynthia Lynn Baade
Apr 28, 2025
Cynthia Lynn Baade of Post Falls, Idaho, was born Feb 18th, 1959, in Coeur D’Alene Idaho, to Clifford Allen Baade and Margaret Elizabeth Baade. She passed away April 28th, 2025, at the age of 66, at home in Post Falls, Idaho.
Cynthia Baade will be remembered for her sharp wit, kind heart, and unmatched creativity. She had a gift for finding...