Obituaries
Raymond Omer Hinthorn
Jul 10, 2026
Raymond Omer Hinthorn, 86, was born in 1939 in Bloomington Normal Hospital to Omer and Leta Hinthorn of Towanda, Illinois. He died in his home on July 10, 2026, just 4 weeks shy of his 87th birthday, surrounded by his loving family.
Dad was one of 10 siblings growing up in Illinois farm country. Stories from that period are scarce, but...
Judy Ann Mulvaney
Jul 2, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our cherished Judy Mulvaney, who peacefully left this earth on July 2, 2026, at the age of 72, surrounded by the love of her family.
Judy was born on October 8, 1953, in Pasadena, CA to Warren Cundiff and Juanita Cundiff (Mills).
An adventurous soul, she embraced new places and experiences throughout her young...
Kay Edgar Cossairt
Jul 2, 2026
Kay was born to Cecil and Carol Cossairt in Bonners Ferry, August 12, 1932. He passed away July 2, 2026.
Kay attended school in Boundary County, graduating in 1950. He joined the Air Force, spending time in Texas, Colorado, Washington and England. After the military, Kay met Barbara Turner, they married July 1, 1956. Kay worked at Brown’s Mill in Naples...
Leonidas "Leon" Basdekas
Jun 21, 2026
Leonidas “Leon” Basdekas was born on June 14, 1965, in San Antonio, Texas. Leon is survived by his wife, Peggy O’Neil Basdekas, his two children, Neil “Riven” Basdekas and Katina “Katie” Basdekas (Sage Moehring-Miller), his sister Alexandra “Lexy” Basdekas Kessler (Iver Kessler), and his father, Demetrios Basdekas of Kastoria, Greece. He is preceded in death by his mother, Rita Hightower...
Phyllis Ann Karnes
Jun 18, 2026
Phyllis Ann Karnes, born November 18, 1944, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, passed away June 18, 2026, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind a legacy of faith and devotion that will be cherished for generations.
Phyllis graduated from Bonners Ferry High School in 1963 and married her high school sweetheart, Michael Karnes, that same year....
Shirley Ann Bennett
May 28, 2026
Shirley Ann Bennett, born September 2, 1942, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, passed away May 28, 2026, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, her home for nearly a decade.
In 1967, Shirley married the love of her life, Kenneth Bennett. The two shared 51 wonderful years building a life that took them from Minnesota to Gunnison, Colorado, in 1982, where they put down roots for...
Robert Thomas Spalding
May 22, 2026
Robert T. Spalding was born in Copeland, ID to Henry and Anna (Lipp) Spalding.
At age six Bob started school at McRae in Copeland. In 1938 the family moved to the North side where he continued school at Pine Grove. In 1941 the family moved to the South side where he continued his schooling. Bob joined the Boy Scouts earning all...
James Hill Hubbell
May 20, 2026
James Hill Hubbell, Jim to most, a master craftsman, avid aviator, and devoted family man, passed away peacefully at his home with his family at his side as he had always hoped, on May 20, 2026, at the age of 95. He leaves behind a legacy of brilliant ingenuity, quiet resilience, and a lifetime of helping those he loved.
Born on...
Dorothy Lipp Plumlee Rosser
May 9, 2026
We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Mother and Grandmother, Dorothy Lenore Lipp Plumlee Rosser, who peacefully went to heaven on May 9, 2026 at the age of 94.
Dorothy was born on August 20, 1931, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, to Thomas Frederick and Nellie Davis Lipp.
Dorothy attended all grades in Bonners Ferry, and attended the University of...
Esther Irene Woodward
May 6, 2026
Our beautiful Mother, Esther Irene Woodward, received her angel wings on May 6, 2026. She was surrounded by the love of family and the gentle care of Hospice and the team at Creekside Memory Care Center. Her light can shine brightly again with peace and joy.
Esther was born September 11, 1929 in Syracuse, Kansas to Earl and Ina Carrithers. The...
Eva Mae Stephens
May 1, 2026
Eva Mae “Tootie” Stephens, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 1, 2026, in the comfort of her cherished family home. Born on October 25, 1930, in the serene town of Moyie Springs, Idaho, Tootie was a beacon of warmth and love throughout her ninety-five years.
Tootie was the treasured daughter of Elmer and...
Gay Janice King
Apr 26, 2026
Gay Janice King (née Bennett) died on April 26, 2026 at the age of 80. Born May 27, 1945 in St. Paul, Minnesota, Janice made her life in Bonners Ferry, Idaho where she married Hartley King (deceased).
She found great joy in gardening, music, and serving her local church.
Janice is survived by her daughter Angela Lynch, stepson Ernest King, granddaughters Joslyn...
Thea Kristiina Aaltonen
Apr 26, 2026
Thea Kristiina Aaltonen (67), beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and daughter, passed away on April 26, 2026.
Born January 27, 1959, in Kuopio, Finland. Thea carried her Finnish roots with quiet strength, resilience, and just the right amount of stubbornness. Thea eventually made her home in 1984 when she moved to Bonners Ferry, Idaho, where she lived out the rest of her...
Josephine Henrietta Imper
Apr 17, 2026
The family of Josephine Henrietta Imper, or Josie, 81, of Bonners Ferry, Id, regret to announce her passing on April, 17, 2026 in Bonners Ferry, Id.
Josie was born March 21, 1945 in Portland, Oregon to Neppie Marie Ring and Joe Ring of Springfield, Oregon.
She is survived by her son, Marty Earl Jensen of Bonners Ferry, Id and grand daughterS Kayla...
Debra Marie Willcox
Apr 16, 2026
Debbie Marie Willcox, lovingly known as Debbie, passed away on April 15, 2026, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, at the age of 72.
Debbie was born on February 25, 1954, in Torrance, California, to Lester and Virginia Sitze, both of whom preceded her in death. She is survived by her sister, Peggy Farr, and her daughter, Alicia Yocum, who was her only...
Harriette Marlane Evans Ashdown
Apr 14, 2026
Harriette Marlane Evans Ashdown went home to be with our Heavenly Father on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Harriette was born on April 17, 1950, in New York City to Floyd T. Evans and Sylvia V. Rock Graff Evans. After graduating from Uintah High School in Vernal, Utah in 1969, she pursued her passions for art and cosmetology in Salt Lake...
Grace Viola Leidt
Mar 17, 2026
Our beloved Mother, Grandma, Great Grandma, Great-Great Grandma, Aunt, Cousin and Friend passed away on Tuesday March 17th in her home on Grumpy Lane from Kidney Disease. Grace was born on April 24, 1933 to Clarence and Mary Schuon in the family home on 126 Virginia Street in Carlton, Michigan. Grace was the fifth of 5 children born to Mary...
Chester Leo Unruh
Mar 2, 2026
Chester Leo Unruh, loving son, husband, father and grandfather was born to Odes B. Unruh and Sadie Jantz Unruh on October 9, 1930, in Copeland, Kansas. He peacefully passed away at Sunset Home in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, on March 2, 2026, at 95 years of age.
The dry and dusty years of the 1930’s which threatened his mother’s health prompted the...
Charles Lynden Fox
Feb 18, 2026
Charles L. Fox, known to most as Chuck, was born May 22,1949 in Martinez, California. Within days he was adopted by Walter and Velma Fox who raised him to love God and develop an honorable and responsible character.
Chuck grew up with a natural affinity and love for trucks, cars, and airplanes, which was accompanied by a God-given mechanical ability. In...
Bruce Irving Merrifield
Feb 14, 2026
Bruce Irving Merrifield, 73, of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, was called home to the Lord on February 14, 2026, following complications with his heart. Surgery granted his family a few more precious days filled with clarity, strength, and hope. This was a true reflection of his enduring spirit and love for life.
Bruce was born on December 8, 1952, in Bonners Ferry,...
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