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Marvin Norris - January 21, 1956 - January 28, 2023

Departed: 01/28/2023 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Marvin Lee Norris, 67, of Hansen, Idaho passed away suddenly at his home on January 28, 2023. Marvin was born on January 21,1956 in Twin Falls, Idaho. He was the youngest of three children born to Everett and Barbara Norris. His love of farming took hold early in life when Marvin and his family moved to a farm south of Kimberly. When he was in third grade they moved to Hansen onto what would become the family farm where he would live the rest of his life. While in high school he loved playing football, rebuilding trucks, four wheeling, and being on the ski patrol. He graduated from Hansen High School and began his farming career with his dad – a work he loved and continued up to the time of his passing. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and served in various capacities throughout the years. In 1977 he married his eternal companion Marcia Kay Peterson in Murtaugh, Idaho. They were later sealed in the Salt Lake City Temple in 1981. They raised their daughter and three sons on their family farm in Hansen. His greatest joy was to be working on the farm surrounded by his family. He loved finding ways to help them and others wherever he could. He was active in the community serving as a board member on the Twin Falls County Fair, Snake River Sugar Beet Growers Association, and most recently he enjoyed serving as a Commissioner for the Rock Creek Fire District. He lived a simple life of farming, family, and service. He is survived by his wife Marcia Norris, his daughter Candice (Landon) Anderson of Paul, Idaho, Brent (Lindsay) Norris, Daniel (Bonnie) Norris, and Gregory (Rebecca) Norris all of Hansen, along with his fifteen grandchildren who he adored. He also leaves behind his sisters Susan (Bill) O’Donnell of Idaho Falls, and Linda Adams of Jerome. He was preceded in death by his mother and father. The viewing will be held from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Thursday, February 2, 2023 at Rosenau Funeral Home. An additional viewing will be held at 10:00 am followed by the funeral at 11:00 am on Friday, February 3, 2023 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Kimberly Stake Center, 3850 N 3500 E, Kimberly, Idaho. Following the service the grave dedication will be held at Sunset Memorial.

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Kenneth Hodges - July 28, 1940 - January 25, 2023

Departed: 01/25/2023 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Kenneth D. Hodges Sr, age 82, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 25, 2023, in Twin Falls, Idaho.

Born in Whitefish, Montana on July 28, 1940, he was the second child of Donald and Lois (Prather) Hodges. He spent many years of his childhood on the move with his family across many states stretching from Montana to California. He would attend many schools and ended up in Dillon, Montana, where he attended through the 8th grade. After enlisting in the Marine Corp, he served his country proudly from 1957 to 1961 where he not only obtained his GED, but he also received many honors, the two he was most proud to brag about was Machine Gunner and Marksman.

After serving his country, Ken returned to Montana and began to learn many trades. His life took a major turn on New Year’s Eve 1961 when he met the love of his life. Although they may not have hit it off the first night, Ken ended up marrying Norma Elsie Maxwell on July 20, 1962. Ken and Norma went on to have 4 children: Kristine Marie, Heidi Jean, Stacey Renee and Kenneth Jr. From working at the truck stop, where they met, to gold mining in South Dakota, they made several moves in their life before ending up in Idaho in 1969. Ken went to work for Peter Kiewit and Sons Construction and worked there until 1980. During this time, he helped build some major projects across Idaho, including the expansion of the interstate system, as well as the road and construction of the present-day Perrine Bridge in Twin Falls, Idaho.

In 1980, Ken went to work for Savage Ranches in Kimberly, Idaho and worked until an accident forced him to change jobs in 1983. He went on to work a few other jobs and tried to run his own business. While operating his sharping shop and small motor repair business, he worked for the Kimberly School district as a bus driver until 1993. This was a hard time for Ken as the love of his life passed away unexpectantly in March of that year. After the passing of Norma, Ken married Dorothy L. Barnes on June 14, 1997. Ken went on to work full time as a bus mechanic until July 2002, when he retired. In 2003, Ken started doing small jobs for Rulon and Kreen Gilbert and it gradually became a full-time job. Ken worked for the Gilberts at Purple Sage and then as a truck driver and mechanic for Gilbert Trucking until Gilberts retired. He ended his working career at Everton Mattress when an accident put him back to full time retirement in 2013.

Ken had many interests in life. He was an avid bowler, golfer, enjoyed to fish, hunt, play all types of games and spend time with his grandkids. He loved his time at the ranch with his brother and many others, especially when an intense game of pinochle was played. Ken was a proud member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

Ken and Dorothy were foster parents for many years and affected many lives along the way with their love. After the passing of Dorothy in November 2019, Ken went on to finish out his life in Kimberly and Twin Falls.

Ken is preceded in death by his parents, his loving wives and daughter, Heidi.

He is survived by his children (blood, step, foster and their spouses), his sister, Betty, and brother, Jim, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held from 6pm to 8pm on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Rosenau Funeral Home at 2826 Addison Avenue East, Twin Falls, Idaho. Funeral services, with military honors, will be held on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at 2pm at Rosenau Funeral Home. Interment will be at the Sunset Memorial Park in Twin Falls, Idaho at a later date.

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Danny Edwards - February 16, 1947 - January 20, 2023

Departed: 01/20/2023 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Danny Duane Edwards was born on February 16, 1947 to Donald and Vira Edwards in Twin Falls, Idaho. An only child, Danny graduated from Twin Falls High School in 1965 and attended Northwest Nazarene

College where he studied religion and art. In 1966, Danny enlisted in the Army National Guard during the Vietnam War. He completed basic training at Ft. Polk, LA and was subsequently awarded a place in combat medic school at Ft. Sam

Houston, TX. He was honorably discharged in 1972 with the E-5 rank of Spec/5. After praying for a life partner and companion, God brought Filer native Lynda Sharp to Danny in early 1970. They were engaged sixteen days after the two first sat together at a church revival and married six months later on August 1st . While this short courtship resulted in 52 years of wedded bliss, Danny jokingly cautioned his kids and grandkids against the practice. The two had three children: Scot, Holly,

and Dustin. Danny began his career in broadcasting, and his signature bass voice brought Magic Valley news to viewers of KMVT and listeners of KLIX. After leaving broadcasting, he went on to work alongside his father as an appraiser before pursuing his true passions in life. Since childhood, Danny desired to work with his hands. Ever the curious youngster, his mother would often find—much to her dismay—that a household clock or kitchen appliance had been disassembled so an inquisitive boy could decipher its innerworkings. Most of them were never successfully reassembled, but his desire to earn a living by his

hands only grew. In 1976, alongside his father, he started Dande Wood Manufacturing, a bedroom furniture and waterbed business. In 1980, the father-son duo added a retail component in the Twin Falls Lynwood Shopping Center: Danny D’s Waterbeds. It was around this same time that Danny discovered the talent

for which he would become world-renowned. A walk in the park in the late 1980s drastically changed the course of Danny’s life. He encountered a gentleman at an art fair named Earl McAdams, a local firefighter and amateur sculptor. Danny was captivated by Earl’s work and asked many questions. A few short years later, Danny divested from the

furniture business to try his hand at sculpting professionally. While Danny tried (mostly unsuccessfully) to hide his first sculptures away in the basement, his skill and notoriety grew throughout the remainder of his life. What started as a humble venture in his garage eventually grew into a professional art studio, a commercial bronze foundry, and global notoriety. His handiwork can be found in the halls of prominent businesses, historic places, and the homes of

dignitaries, including the late President Ronald Reagan. Danny’s artistic works can be found prominently displayed across the world, including in Germany and Singapore. His larger-than-life-size monuments, the most viewed and publicly adored of his works, include: “Chance Encounter” and “Over the Top,” the western wildlife trademarks of Jackson Hole, WY; “I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life,” a depiction of Christ located on the Nampa, ID campus of his alma mater (though students will likely know him as the creator of the unofficial mascot “Howard the Elk”); and “Trailin’ Home,” a tribute to Idaho’s sheep industry in the historic hubs of Hagerman and Hailey. Each of Danny’s sculptures was stamped with a stand of three pine trees, capturing the two

things he held dearest: the Holy Trinity and the great outdoors. Outside his visual artistic abilities, Danny was also a talented musician. During his early years, he visited many local churches as the bass singer in numerous gospel quartets. Later on, he and Lynda were part of a travelling musical evangelist group called The King’s Brass. He played trumpet and she the saxophone and piano. In his fifties, as church music began to modernize, his music pastor noted a need for a bass guitar player. Never one to back down from a challenge, Danny volunteered, purchased a guitar, and painstakingly learned to play as Lynda played the notes on their basement piano. The hard work paid off, however, and he played in numerous bands and church ensembles the rest of his life—though his signature warmup song, cowboy ballad “Ghost Riders in the Sky,” sometimes confused the other

members of his rock bands. To his family and friends, Danny will be remembered as a masterful storyteller, a brilliant inventor, and a powerful witness for Jesus. His eloquent stories, usually told beside a campfire near the Sawtooth Mountains, captivated generations of his offspring. His inventive mind brought about more sturdily- build and well-designed contraptions than anyone can count, with his stretch-wire gate latch, mobile elliptical machine, and UTV dust mitigation system being the most memorable. He always put his family first, and each of his children and grandchildren can point to a conversation (or twelve) where he

reminded them that the riches of this world cannot compare to a life of faithful relationship with Jesus.

Surrounded by family, Danny entered into Glory on January 20, 2023, after a valiantly fought battle with lung cancer. Though the disease took his body, his family takes great comfort in the knowledge he has finally won victory over sickness through Christ Jesus. He is survived on Earth by his wife Lynda; his mother Vira; children Josh and Holly (Edwards) Beymer and Dr. Dustin Edwards; and nine grandchildren: Justin (24), Madison (22), and Shayne (18) Edwards; Tanner (28) and Taylan (24) Beymer; and Drew (22), Lauren (20), and Jaiden (8) Edwards; and Reese Katzenberger (14). He was preceded in death by his father Don and his son Scot. A celebration of life will be held at the Magic Valley Bible Church in Twin Falls on Sunday February 12 th at

3:00 p.m. All who knew this incredible man are welcome to share in his memory.

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Ronald Cole - January 19, 1937 - January 19, 2023

Departed: 01/19/2023 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Filer- Ronald T. Cole: 1/19/1937-1/19/2023

Ronald T. Cole 86, of Filer, Idaho went to be with his Lord- Wednesday January 19, 2023 on his birthday, after his battle with pancreatic cancer. He passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side.

He was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin to parents Earl A. & Marjorie A. Cole. He had 5 brothers; Jerry, David, John, Allan, & Fred Cole.

They moved to South California in his teens. He met and married Barbara in 1957. They had 2 children, one daughter and one son. They moved to Idaho in 1973 where he was a painting contractor for many years in Twin Falls. He began building his mandolins in 1992. He continued to make them up until 3 months before he passed.

He loved the Lord with all his heart, he was very active in his Assembly of God Church in Twin Falls, where he also played his mandolin for his Lord. He was in worship team and played in several blue grass bands throughout Idaho.

Ron was a very avid hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his wife Barbara, daughter Pamela, son Ronnie, 2 grandchildren Cacey & Jennifer, and 3 great-grandchildren Taylor, Shelby, & Killian. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother David.

Many special thanks to our hospice nurse Amanda for her compassionate care.

The funeral will be Wednesday, January 25th, 2023 11:00am at Rosenau Funeral Home. There will be a viewing from 9:00-11:00am before the service. Graveside service following at Filer Cemetery.

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Joan Drown - Unknown - January 18, 2023

Departed: 01/18/2023 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Joan Drown (71)

Joan was born on February 13, 1951 in Twin Falls, ID to Floyd Henry Drown and Veda Brunt Steele Drown. After a valiant two year fight with breast cancer, she peacefully passed away with her two “daughters” (nieces,) by her side on January 18, 2023. Joan was very active and played a huge role in the deaf community, the CSI community, and was an active member of the LDS church. She always had a smile on her face and it was contagious. She was a woman of no judgement and always spread the mottos of “always be kind” and “think positive, be positive.”

Joan is survived by her “daughters,” Amanda Drown (Braxdon, Kyrie, and Jaxton,) Kala Ursino (Janelle, Harley, and Vincenzo “Vinny”,) siblings Keith Drown, Floyd Drown (JoAnn Drown,) Mary Perry, Lynn Drown, Judy Hamilton (Tom Hamilton,) Susan Murrah (Gary Murrah,) brother-in-law Ron Clark and many nieces and nephews.

Joan is preceded in death by her parents, Floyd Henry Drown, Veda Brunt Steele Drown, sister Gail Clark, and brother-in-law Ev Perry.

Services will be held at Rosenau Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 24th, with a viewing from 1-3 pm and services to start at 3 pm.

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Rita J. Bradley - Unknown - January 17, 2023

Departed: 01/17/2023 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Our dear Mother Rita Joyce Bradley, 88, of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away in her home on January 17, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert Henry Todhunter and Vera Mable Todhunter, her husband (Brad) Orval Lincoln Bradley, and a granddaughter Angela Dieon Bradley. She is survived by her brother Richard O Todhunter of Port Orange, Florida; two sons Alan Dale Bradley (Debi) of Gilbert, Arizona and Scott Evan Bradley (Joell) of Gig Harbor, Washington and one daughter, Vicky Lynn Fehringer (Richard) of Twin Falls, Idaho, six grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

Rita was born at home on August 25, 1934 in Stella, Nebraska. In 1942 she moved to and attended schools in Joplin, Missouri. While attending a girls church summer camp she met, flirted with and later married her husband Brad, who was working a summer job as a Life Guard at the camp, shortly after she graduated from Joplin High School in October of 1952.

In 1967 Rita attended Conners State Agricultural College in Warner Oklahoma where she obtained a degree in Library Science, and was a member of the Phi Theta Kappa National Junior College Scholastic Society.

Rita decided to dedicate her life to being an amazing wife and wonderful mother. She excelled at supporting her husband in his career as well as her three children - Alan, Vicky and Scott, through the many passions and challenges of their lives. She made it her mission to improve the lives of others through encouragement, love, and hugs - never speaking an unkind word.

Rita was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Twin Falls, serving on the board as well as many groups in the church. She and Brad also led many of the Youth Mission trips to Mexico and Arizona. When she wasn’t filling her home with warmth and kindness for her grandchildren, or hosting Friday night card games, she could be found traveling the country with her husband Brad. She was a member of the local Good Sam’s Club participating in and hosting many road trips and rallies. Rita and her husband loved to travel in their motor home after his retirement traveling to Alaska, Florida, Nova Scotia, and winters in Yuma Arizona to escape the cold just to name a few. They enjoyed family trips to Mexico, Hawaii and to other locations across the states. We will miss her greatly.

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Matthew Jay Connor - November 15, 2005 - January 10, 2023

Departed: 01/10/2023 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Matthew Jay Connor, our beautiful son was born on October 15, 2005 in Twin Falls, Idaho. His parents Jo Marie and Kevin Connor were elated to have a son to go along with their daughter Katie. Katie and Matthew did a lot of fun childhood activities together and Matthew enjoyed doing things with Katie. Matthew was a very energetic child who took every challenge in life with excitement.

Matthew participated in Taekwondo, achieving the rank of Red Belt. He played many sports as a child including baseball, basketball, football, soccer, and wrestling. He eventually settled on Soccer and Wrestling in high school as his two major sports. One of his major accomplishments in high school wrestling was winning the Wiley Dobbs Junior-Varsity tournament. Matthew played Saxophone in the school band for several years and had many friends there as well. He was a good student and won the grand prize in his elementary school science project as a kindergartener. While at O’Leary Middle School Matthew competed on the Quiz Bowl team and made it to the National Science Bowl Competition in Washington D.C. He was a member of the Twin Falls Reform Church youth group and loved God and his savior Jesus Christ. He expressed his love of God through the many loving things he did for others on a daily basis. There was never a person he met who he didn’t consider a friend. He will be forever in the hearts of those he touched.

He passed over to eternity with Jesus on January 10th, 2023. He is survived by his Mom, Jo Marie Connor and Dad, Kevin Connor, his sisters Katie Connor and Linda (Christian) Spencer, his brother Calvin (Sarah) Connor, his grandmother Gerrie Hansen as well as aunts and uncles, cousins, extended family, and friends that all meant a lot to him. He is preceded in death by his paternal Grandparents Calvin and Leona Connor and his maternal Grandfather, Lynn Hansen who are with him today in heaven. We love you Matthew and we always will.

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Thelma Lindsay - June 20, 1928 - January 09, 2023

Departed: 01/09/2023 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Thelma Agnes Sutherland Lindsay, 94, formerly of Pendleton, Oregon died Monday, January 9, 2023 in Twin Falls, Idaho. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, January 28th at Skyview Memorial Park, 70116 US-395, Pendleton, OR.

Thelma was born June 20, 1928 in Provo, Utah to James John and Anna Sutherland. She was the fourth of five children, who have all preceeded her in death. She graduated from Provo High School, and attended BYU provo where she met her husband, Dr. Derrell Lindsay. They were married December of 1948 in Salt Lake City, UT. and lived the duration of their lives in Pendleton, Oregon where Derrell practiced as a dentist. Thelma is survived by her two daughters, Carolyn Southworth and Leslie Arbogast, four grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.

Thelma was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and served in many capacities including leading music, playing the piano and organ, teaching women and youth, and serving in leadership positions. She and Derrell served a two year mission for the LDS church in New Zealand. She also served as the president of the local League of Womens Voters. She enjoyed spending time in the outdoors, including activities such as hiking, backpacking, fishing, snowmobiling and salmon fishing. She loved gardening, reading, painting, and being involved in theater arts including directing and stage production.

Funeral arrangements are provided by Rosenau Funeral Home, Twin Falls, Idaho.

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Delores Orton - September 28, 1936 - January 09, 2023

Departed: 01/09/2023 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Delores Dee Orton (Stephenson) died on January 9th, 2023, at the home of her son in Oregon. She was 86 years old. She was born to parents Dee and Allida Stephenson on Sept. 28, 1936 in McCammon, Idaho. She spent most of her life in Utah, Nevada, and Idaho; most recently in Twin Falls, Idaho. She was beautiful, intelligent, kind, friendly, spiritual, adventuresome and loyal to friends and family. She worked and struggled to see that her kids were cared for but also that they knew how to care for themselves. As with all of us, her life was a struggle; but she met those challenges with grace and determination. She has gone home to God and family. We who remain have been blessed by her faith, courage, and service. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January, 14th, 2023 at the LDS church on 1134 N College Rd W, Twin Falls, ID. Viewing at 10:00 am, Services at 11:00 and burial in the Norton Cemetery in McCammon, ID (1700 State St.) at 3:00 pm.

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Michelle Rene Nielson - May 13, 1968 - January 09, 2023

Departed: 01/09/2023 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Michelle Rene Nielson.

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Charlotte Ann Hartley - October 02, 1941 - January 04, 2023

Departed: 01/04/2023 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Charlotte Ann Hartley, was born on October 2, 1941, to Charles and Lucille Robinson of Twin Falls, Idaho. She went to dance in heaven with Jesus on January 4, 2023, surrounded by her family at Intermountain Health Care, in Burley, Idaho. Charlotte married the love of her life, Delbert Hartley on April 6, 1958, together they raised 5 children. She loved her family with all she had, was a mother to everyone, loved the lord, and gave the best wet sloppy kisses ever!

Charlotte had a love for gardening, and passed her green thumb down to her daughters. She also loved baking wedding cakes with her mom and they done this for many years. She was a great cook and collected and perfected many different recipes. Her kids and grandkids classified a couple of her dishes as “Grandma’s Famous Macaroni and Cheese” and “Grandma’s Famous Dinner Rolls”. She was an amazing seamstress and designed and made several family members wedding dresses, which will be treasured forever. Charlotte was a keeper of all things. Every trinket she saw, she had to have for the pattern, so she could try her hand at making it. She also loved their family Labor Day Camping trips. When her children got older, Charlotte worked for Bakker Brothers where she was the Secretary and later became the Sales and Seed Representative and traveled all over the United States, she was awarded the top salesman. Charlotte and Delbert also worked for SunSeeds, where she was a trial farm operator for the farm that Delbert operated.

Charlotte is survived by her 5 children, Debbie (Rob) Povlsen of Burley, Rick (Debbie) Hartley of Jerome, Jeanie (Casey) Fallert of Buhl, Kyle (Bobbie Jo) Hartley of Jerome, and Mark Hartley of Boise; one sister, Kathy (Javier) Paredez; 15 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; and her dog Teeny.

She is preceded in death by Delbert her loving husband and soul mate of 50 years, her parents, 2 sisters, and 2 brothers.

The family would like to extend their sincerest “Thank You” to Dr. North (physician), Liz Crowder (personal care), and Intermountain Cassia Regional Hospital and Staff for the special care and treatment they gave our sweet mom over the years.

A viewing for friends and family will be on Monday, January 9, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; funeral services will be on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. Both events will be held at Rosenau Funeral Home in Twin Falls, Idaho. Burial will be at Twin Fall Cemetery, immediately following the funeral.

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Gage Ashton Webb - January 22, 2001 - January 04, 2023

Departed: 01/04/2023 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Gage was born on January 22nd, 2001 in Twin Falls, Idaho to Misty Flynn and Chris Webb. He was the youngest of three children. Gage was just starting his life as a young adult. He worked in the geographic stabilization industry. He got to travel around the United States, seeing some of the most beautiful places while working. Gage had a heart of gold. He would do anything for you, “no” was never a word in his vocabulary. He loved his family, all his friends here in Idaho and Colorado. He especially loved his best buddy Boomer, his old English bulldog. Gage was the funniest person you could ever meet. Anyone he came into contact with, he would put a smile on their face. He lit up every room he walked into with his smile. Gage loved being outdoors, having fun, and always laughing. Whether it was camping, 4-wheeling, boating, walking the beach, or just hanging out, he did not care as long as he had the ones he loved around him. He was a loving uncle to his two nieces and nephew. Gage took particular interest in his youngest niece, Amelia, and she loved him. When they would interact together you could see the pure love he had for her. Gage’s memory will live on through his immediate family; his mother, Misty Flynn, his father Chris Webb, his older sister, Keely Webb, and his older brother, Christopher Webb Jr., along with all the lives he has touched.

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Ruby Don - April 05, 1935 - January 02, 2023

Departed: 01/02/2023 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Ruby Joyce Don passed away on January 2, 2023, at Canyons Retirement Community in Twin Falls, Idaho. Ruby was born on April 5, 1935, in Jeffers, Minnesota, to Jacob and Elizabeth (Dick) Foth. Ruby spent her childhood in Mountain Lake, Minnesota, graduating from Mountain Lake High School in 1953. She received her BA degree from Linfield College in McMinnville, Oregon, in 1989.

Ruby moved to Salem, Oregon, in 1953, to live with her parents. She married Marlin Schaad in 1954. There were three children born of that marriage. She worked for Allstate Insurance Company and State Farm Insurance Company as an underwriter. Her insurance career spanned 28 years. She was always active in her church, teaching Sunday school, working the Angel Tree, involved with Stephen Ministries, plus many other areas of service. She dearly loved her Lord and was happy to serve wherever He placed her. In 1986 Ruby married Richard N. Don.

She was preceded in death by her husband Richard, son Bruce Schaad, parents Jacob and Elizabeth Foth, sisters Edna Crosby and Irene Fast, and brother Stanley Foth. She is survived by her daughters, Melodye (Bryan) Anderson of Twin Falls, ID, Rosanna (Todd) Pittman of Manson, WA, and stepdaughter Kathy (Thad) Pauck of Medford, OR; six grandchildren: Whitney (Raynor) Baker, Jordan and Travis (Cheyanne) Pittman, Haylie Anderson, Quinn and Kylie Pauck; one sister, Regina deVries of Salem, OR. Arrangements are under the direction of Rosenau’s Funeral Home in Twin Falls, ID. A memorial

service will be held at Belcrest Memorial Park Cemetery in Salem, OR, for close family at a later date.

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Terry James Lea - November 28, 1954 - December 19, 2022

Departed: 12/19/2022 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Terry James Lea passed at 9 a.m. on December 19th. He has gone to join his mom Dixie Lee Burton Lea, dad Jim James Lea , and sisters Christine and Brenda in death. He is survived by his wife Jacque Lea, brother Mike Lea, kids Billy (Gina) Johnson, Joy (Mike) Lapray, Misty (Kelly) Plaster, Tammy (Bobby) Nicolson, Sandy Lea, and Jimmie Lea. Plus numerous nieces, nephews, and grandchildren. May he be forgiven for the mistakes he has made and remembered for the good he had done.

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Betty L. Ray - June 16, 1944 - December 16, 2022

Departed: 12/16/2022 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Betty Louise Ray, 78, passed away Friday December 16, 2022 with her family by her side. She was born as Betty Louise Hart in Richland, Missouri on June 16, 1944. She was raised by James and Rosie Plew. She moved to Idaho in 1948 at the age of 4 with her sister and grandparents, for the dream of a better life. She met her husband in Twin Falls on August of 1970. They fell in love and were married soon after on November 21, 1970. She was a wonderful mom to her 3 children, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her whole world. She loved everyone she met; she knew no stranger. She is survived by her beloved husband of 52 years Ronald Ray, her children Treena (Don) Alger, David Ray, Elizabeth (Freddy) Gonzalez, her sister Carole (Ed) Gough, Carolyn (Rhett) Butler, her brothers Clyde (Ruth) Massie, James Massie, Ronnie Massie, Wayne (Geri) Massie, and all her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and all the people she called family. She is proceeded in death by James and Rosie Plew, her aunt Francies Myers, and the few siblings that have passed. She will be celebrated on December 29th and 2:00pm.

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Darrel J. McMahon - June 11, 1949 - December 11, 2022

Departed: 12/11/2022 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Darrel J. McMahon was born to James and Florence McMahon on June 11, 1949 in Fargo, North Dakota. Darrel was the second of four siblings, Dennis McMahon, Mary (Ed), and Ann (Paul) Romsdahl. He was baptized at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Alice, North Dakota where he received his First Holy Communion and was confirmed. He was also a Mass server. Darrel attended elementary school in Alice, North Dakota, and high school in Buffalo, North Dakota where he graduated in 1967. He then joined the US Marine Corps from 1967-1969. Darrel graduated as a nurse anesthetist in 1976. He worked as a nurse anesthetist in Worthington, Springfield, and Austin in Minnesota, and Twin Falls, Idaho. He married his first wife Erlanne Scholz of Fargo, ND and had a daughter, Lisa. Later, he married DeAnna Kessel and together they had 4 sons, James, Daniel, Philip, and Thomas. They share 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Darrel moved to Twin Falls, Idaho and worked as a registered nurse at multiple different facilities. He was also a car sales man from 2002-2012. He then married Teresa Dixon on June 8th, 2002. She brought 3 children into the marriage, Michelle, Michael, and Melanie, as well as 9 grandchildren and 1-great grandchild. Darrel loved hunting, fishing, gold, and all things outdoors. He is preceded in death by his parents, James L. McMahon and Florence (Kapaun) McMahon, his ex-wife Erlanne, and brother-in-law Craig. There will be a celebration of life at a later date.

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Barbara Mae Short - November 12, 1930 - December 11, 2022

Departed: 12/11/2022 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Barbara M. Short, age 92, of Twin Falls, passed away peacefully at home with family by her side

on Sunday, December 11, 2022. Barbara was born November 12, 1930 in Springdale, Idaho to Frieda and Ernest McEvers. Her mother later divorced and remarried Foster Stalker. Foster took on Barbara and Ray (brother) as his own children and Barbara adored and loved Foster as her father. Barbara married Lynn Rice on July 1, 1951. They had two children, Terri and Brenda. Lynn passed away in 1981. She started working for Mountain Bell Telephone Co. when she was 18 years old and was with that company and its changes until she took an early retirement at the age of 55. Barbara remarried to Paul F. Short on December 18, 1986. They resided in Big Pine, California until they moved back to Idaho in 1991 to build a house in Twin Falls. With the marriage to Paul she became a mother to his three children, Dana, Paul(Bim), and Stan. She loved and adored them as her own. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed having a house full of family and friends and was hostess to many gatherings. She enjoyed quilting, oil painting, stained glass, ceramics, playing cards and was a fantastic seamstress. One of the things she enjoyed above all was golfing with the girls, she golfed until she was 89. Barbara and Paul also loved to travel and went many places together and they always had a wonderful time exploring the world around them. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband Lynn Rice, her daughter Brenda Rice, her brother Ray McEvers. Barbara is survived by her husband Paul F. Short. Her children, Terri (Rod) Pooler, Dana Powers, Bim (Joni) Short and Stan (Linda) Short. Her grandchildren, Wendy, Rickey, Phillip, Justin, Casey, Jaclyn, Patrick, Amanda, Michelle, Kimberlee, Kevin, Amy, Andrea, Angela, Taryn, Kyrsten, Jace, Taigen, Paul, Sam, and Mary. She is also survived by close to ninety great and great-great grandchildren. The family expresses their sincere appreciation to Hospice Visions for their help and loving care at the end of life. A celebration of life will be held at Rosenau Funeral Home on Thursday, December 22, 2022 from 11 am to 1pm with graveside service following at Sunset Memorial Park at 1:30. Arrangements are under the direction of Rosenau Funeral Home.

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Richard Ruhter - June 14, 1953 - December 11, 2022

Departed: 12/11/2022 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Richard Emil Ruhter passed away December 7, 2022 at home of natural causes. He was born June 14, 1953 in Twin Falls, Idaho to Gerald Gene Ruhter and Gladys Henrietta Persigehl. He was a hard working farmer his whole life, but worked for Snake River Construction shortly before he retired. He went to Memorial Lutheran School as a child, then graduated from the Twin Falls High School in 1971. He married Deborah Ann Rippee on November 19, 1977 and had 2 kids; Kori Ruhter and Alyssa Ruhter(Virts). They would later divorce. Rick loved laughing, playing softball, bowling, reading his books, listening to his rock music, working on his Chevelle or any other vehicle, and enjoyed a beer or two! He leaves behind his kids; Kori Ruhter and Alyssa Virts. His grandkids; Jagger and Jordie Ruhter and Damien and Persephone Virts. His sister Linda Ruhter and brother Phil Ruhter. Neices and nephews Brandi Gibson, Derrick O'Dell, Erin Bryant. Many many other cousins and relatives.

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Fritz Gerald Rork - May 30, 1937 - December 06, 2022

Departed: 12/06/2022 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Fritz Gerald Rork, 85, of Twin Falls, Idaho passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at his home. Fritz is survived by the children and grandchildren from his previous marriages to Joan and Helen, his many cherished friends and by his faithful dog, Molly.He was preceded in death by his wife, Joan Bronell Rork, his father Ralph Rork, his mother Thelma Florence Rork Stuhlberg, his sister Joyce Ann Santos, and his previous wife Helen May Rork. Fritz was born May 30,1937 in Gooding, ID. He was a hardworking man from a young age. In 1951 Fritz achieved Eagle Scout status and shortly after, in 1955, he graduated from Gooding High School. Fritz served in the Army National Guard from 1961 to 1967. After high school at the young age of 19, he began working as a Janitor for Mountain Bell and was quickly promoted to Splicer. The hardworking man was not a Splicer for long as he quickly advanced to become an Engineer, a position he would happily spend the remainder of his working life in. Fritz was a devoted employee of Mountain Bell for over 30 years. Still a hard worker in his retirement, Fritz contracted as an engineer for several companies for many more years. If it weren’t for his deteriorating eyesight, he may have worked right up until his final days. Fritz was married to Helen May Hobbs Rork until her passing in 2004. In 2008 he married Joan Bronell McCoy Rork, who became the very center of his world. Anyone lucky enough to experience the two of them together knew that they brought each other the kind of love and happiness few in this life get to share. Fritz had a charismatic personality and was able to make friends no matter the situation and was abundantly generous to those around him. Fritz was never late to 4 o’clock happy hour and he especially enjoyed Tuesday nights at the Shuffle Inn with his best buddies. He was a huge sports fan. He loved watching football and golf and most of all watching his beloved BSU on the Blue. He spent almost all his free time throughout his life enjoying the outdoors. He was an avid fisherman, taking multiple trips to Alaska for Salmon, Astoria for Sturgeon, and the Salmon Dam for Trout. He loved hunting for big game including Deer, Elk, Moose, and even a Buffalo. Whether it was fishing or hunting, Fritz never came home empty handed. However, none of these could rival camping and exploring nature in their razor with the love of his life by his side, Joan. Fritz was truly a great man whose impact will be forever felt. He was a selfless man whose passing has left a hole that only he can fill. His ability to love, sacrifice, provide for, and support those he knew, as well as his endless generosity will forever be lessons to all. At Fritz’s request no services will be held. The children of his late wife, Joan Rork - Doug McCoy, Denise McCoy Jozwik, and Darcy McCoy Heckathorne - will be planning a celebration of life for Fritz and Joan in the near future. If you would like to honor Fritz’s life, please donate to a charity of your choosing in his name. Arrangements are under the direction of Rosenau Funeral Home.

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Howard Thad Scholes - May 11, 1937 - December 05, 2022

Departed: 12/05/2022 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Living Eighty-five years makes for a good life. If you live it like Thad Scholes did, it can be incredible. Doc Scholes was a fixture in Twin Falls – someone whom it seemed like had been here forever and would be here forever. Sadly, we lost a great man early Monday morning with his passing.

Howard Thad Scholes was born May 11, 1937, to Allie Thatcher Scholes and Standley Fishburn Scholes in Logan, Utah. The family, including his brother (Standley “Bud”), and sister (Luana), lived in Logan for a few years before relocating to Twin Falls, Idaho. Thad graduated from Twin Falls High School in 1955.

Life and education took Thad all over the world. He was a proud Idaho Vandal who was member of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity and competed for the University in both tennis and track & field. After graduating early from Idaho, he attended medical school at the University of Southern California – also a proud Trojan. He went on to serve in the U.S. Navy, becoming a Flight Surgeon and working with the U.S. Marines in various spots in the Pacific. On leave from a Naval base in Texas, he made the long drive to see his dear friend, Judy Bracken, in Twin Falls. While there, he proposed, and she accepted. Their wedding on June 1, 1965, was the starting point for a wonderful 55-year joint adventure.

Upon leaving the Navy, he returned to Twin Falls as a General Practitioner. One very early morning, however, after a 3 am delivery, he made the decision to switch gears and move into dermatology. Training in his new specialty led him and his new family to the Cleveland Clinic for three years before he could come back home to hang out his shingle. In 1973, Doc returned to Twin Falls for good. He opened a practice which eventually became Scholes & Scholes Dermatology; his son Chris had the good fortune to practice with him for 16 years.

Doc was a public servant as well. He gave countless hours to the Twin Falls Rotary Club, various medical societies, and to the College of Southern Idaho. He loved CSI. He was the first CSI school physician, and later served as the team doctor for countless CSI squads in many different sports. He served on the CSI Board of Trustees for 35 years, including four years as Chairman. Partially through his efforts, CSI was able to re-establish programs in track and cross-country, a fact that gave him great joy. Just three days before his passing, he was especially honored to attend the celebration for the CSI Cross-country team’s national championship.

The titles that mattered the most to Doc, and those that defined him best, are “husband,” “father,” and “Papa.” He adored Judy, his “girl with moonlight in her eyes”, from high school, through marriage, and to their separation only by her death. At every gathering since that time, the family would hear lovely and heartfelt tales of their life together. Part of every cabin visit was to pick wildflowers to put in a small vase on the dinner table in Judy’s memory.

Thad was an amazing father and grandfather who spent countless hours attending and cheering at baseball games, basketball games, horse shows, dance recitals, track meets, triathlons, musical performances and debate tournaments, rarely missing an event. Nothing provided him more joy than supporting those he loved most.

In 2000, he finally found the cabin in the woods that he had wanted for a lifetime. The next twenty years saw many weekends with family there, regardless of season. Those years featured games, ATV rides to the meadow, and long walks. Many hours were spent on the front porch staring at the mountain and hearing stories – sometimes the same story, repeated. His grandchildren all have fond memories of waking up at the cabin with Papa already awake and waiting to offer freshly made hot chocolate and omelets made in Ziploc bags. That cabin, very much a shared happy place, was the staging ground for his grandson Brooklyn’s wedding. As the bride said: “Papa was the coolest groomsman you could ever ask for and a very handsome one to boot.” Many memories were made there, and much love shared.

Doc was looking toward the future, even in the last years. He was excited about driving an all-electric Ford Lightning pickup (with every bell and whistle) which had been ordered. After being sidelined by a hip fracture, he was working diligently on his physical therapy so that he could make a Presidents’ Day weekend snow trip back to the cabin. This summer, he and his friend Tony Mannen attended the World Track and Field Championships, and they both were looking forward to the upcoming years of NCAA Track and Field.

Thad Scholes – “Doc” Scholes -- was an amazing and complete man. He was impressive without effort, and never felt like he needed to be the most important person in the room. He will be missed as a father, a grandfather, a friend, and a colleague. As tempting as it is to view his life through the lens of it ending, we all should remember in Thad’s case that he didn’t lose in a few days of dying, but rather won over 85 years of living. Even in his final days he was making jokes and memories with family. He will be remembered and missed. We are poorer with his death, but very much richer with his life.

Thad is survived by his two sons, Chris (Anna) and Scott (Kim) and his grandchildren Brooklyn (Janae), Braden, Summer, Mia, and Anthony. He was preceded in death by his wife Judy, his brother Bud, and sister Luana.

A memorial service will be held at the CSI Fine Arts Auditorium on Saturday, December 10 at 9:30am. A reception will follow at 10:30 at the Twin Falls Center for the Arts, Sligar Auditorium. As Doc was not a suit-and-tie sort of guy, the family encourages you to come in your CSI colors or CSI gear. For those who are not able to attend in person, there will be a live stream of Thad’s service. The live stream can be found at: https://youtu.be/WJnWWNrxgR4

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Carol Clough - December 24, 1941 - December 05, 2022

Departed: 12/05/2022 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Carol E. Clough age 81, of Twin Falls, Idaho died December 5, 2022. Carol was born at home December 24, 1941 to David and Sylvania Unruh in Goodrich, North Dakota. She married David Clough on September 30, 1961. To this union 3 daughters were born and their family made their home in Twin Falls, Idaho. After Carol and David divorced she met Harv Fairchild who was her partner for 31 years.

Carol attended the College of Southern Idaho and earned a degree in Licensed Practical Nursing. Carol also graduated from the Respiratory Therapist Technician program in Caldwell, Idaho in 1982. She then worked for the State of Idaho for many years. Carol loved God and was a woman of faith. She was a very giving woman who made sure every one was taken care of. Carol was a skilled pianist and loved singing and playing church hymns. She enjoyed cooking, baking and attending all of Darby's activities, especially dance recitals. Luke and Hailey have very fond memories of time spent fishing with her. Carol loved to watch NFL football and made sure it was on TV every Sunday. She loved all animals especially her furry grand "kids."

Carol is survived by three daughters, Caroline (Dale) Dolezal of Twin Falls, Idaho, Julie (Guy) Truicko of Syosset, New York, Laurie Hitchcock of Twin Falls, Idaho; two sisters, Joyce (George) Mosley and Rebecca (Jim) Dekker of Thousand Oaks, California; grandson Luke Truicko, granddaughters Darby Dolezal and Hailey Truicko.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her niece Judith Angran (Mosley), and her partner Harv.

A celebration of life will be held by family in the Spring. As a friend said, "I Imagine she'll be tickling the ivories with the angels soon."

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Richard Eugene Van Wagoner - April 29, 1959 - December 04, 2022

Departed: 12/04/2022 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Richard Eugene van Wagoner, age 63, of Twin falls, Idaho, passed away at Portland Providence Medical Center, surrounded by his family, on December 4th, 2022.

Rick was born in Twin falls, Idaho, on April 29th, 1959, to Donald Eugene Van Wagoner of Utah and Leola Ione McKee of Oklahoma.

Rick met Patty McMurdie in 1976 and they were together until 1994 and had three beautiful daughters Nicole, Lisa and April. In 1995 he met Chris Gibson and they were together until 2008 and had a son Hunter.

Rick met the love of his life and best friend Angel Anderson in 2008 and they were married on October 19th, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada and were together until his passing.

Rick worked as an auto body tech for 18 years for Ravai auto body. He then decided to switch professions and became a journeyman plumber until he retired in 2016.

Rick enjoyed motorcycle riding and was a a member of Sober Rider MC. He was an avid rock hunter and fisherman and would love to go for long drives.

Rick was preceded in death by his mother Leola in 2020. He is survived by his wife, three daughters, a son, 15 grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at Rosenau funeral home in Twin falls, Idaho on December 16th at 3:00 p.m. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, December 17th at 10:00 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park. There will be a celebration of life held also on Saturday, December 17th from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Rock Creek celebration of Life Center.

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Humberto S. Luis - November 04, 1933 - December 03, 2022

Departed: 12/03/2022 (Twin Falls)

Obituary Preview: Humberto Silveira Luis, our beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Saturday, December 3, 2022.

Humberto was the fifth child born November 4, 1933 to Francisco Silveira Luis and Maria do Ceu Alves Luis in Pedro Miguel, Faial, Azores, Portugal. Growing up, he was stubborn, ornery, and always full of mischief; living up to the family nickname ‘iscapucha’ which even after all these years, is still known and fits perfectly.

Growing up on Faial was hard, yet they made the best of it. At the urging of his father, he left Faial to go to Lisbon where he discerned priesthood. He would come home dapperly dressed with his long traditional black coat and heeled boots. For many, it was a sight to see, given his ornery disposition. After three years, he left seminary, and returned home to his village. There he started dating his beautiful bride, Maria Amélia. They were married November 16, 1957, and just celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary.

In June of 1959, Humberto and Maria welcomed their first daughter, Mary. Shortly after her birth, the door was opened for them to immigrate to the United States under the Azorean Refugee Act, due in part to an active volcano destroying their island. In January of 1960 Humberto and his young family left Faial. Once they arrived in the US, they settled in Elk Grove, California where he went to work on a dairy the very next day.

In September of 1960, they welcomed another daughter, Gorette. In July of 1962, they welcomed their third daughter, Linda. After her arrival the family moved to Tracy where son Lester joined the family In May of 1966. Tracy is where they would call home for the next 30 years. He took a job as a carpenter, and was soon building cabinets and custom furniture as a career.

They made California their home, where family was the center point. He was thrilled when his brothers and their families joined them there. They enjoyed weekend trips to Santa Cruz, Portuguese festas, camping, and of course church. Humberto was a devout Catholic and made sure his children were brought up in Catholic school, as well as attending mass.

Life became even better when he became a grandfather. He would be blessed with four grandsons, Steven, Kevin, Brian and Joseph. He was so proud of each one of them, and was always supporting them in every way growing up.

When Humberto and Maria retired, they built a cabin in Arnold, California. There they enjoyed several years of peace and beauty in the foothills of the Sierras. However, their daughters Mary and Gorette had moved to Idaho, and that is where the grandkids were. So, in 1999, they made the decision to move up to Idaho. Linda and Lester tagged along, too. Later on, they also welcomed four beautiful great-grandchildren, all of whom he adored. He absolutely loved being a part of their everyday lives. They enjoyed many happy years where they gardened, traveled all over in their motorhome, and spent more quality time with family.

His garden was a showpiece. He grew some of the best fruit and produce, especially the yummy couves that are a staple in Portuguese cooking. Being his ornery self, he was always trying to have his little farm right in the middle of town. He had rabbits, rabbits and more rabbits, chickens and roosters, even a goat; much to his wife’s dismay. He would feed those animals all of the bounty from their garden, much to our dismay.

He will be so dearly missed by all of us. His orneriness and laughter were contagious. We are all deeply saddened by his passing, but are rejoicing that he is in his Eternal home.

Humberto is survived by his wife Maria Amélia, daughters Mary (Manuel) Faria, Gorette Bertao and Linda Luis; son Lester Luis; grandsons Steven (Marijo) Faria, Kevin (Aimee) Faria, Brian (Cassie) Faria and Joseph Bertao; great-grandchildren, Jacklyn, Danielle, Luke and Bridget Faria; sisters Teresa Vargas of Faial, and Manuela Silva of Portugal; sister-in-law Albertina Luis of San Jose, California; along with numerous beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; in-laws Ildefonso and Amelia de Oliveira; and siblings Maria, Jose, Francisco, Idilia, and Henrique.

A viewing will be held Monday, December 12th, at Rosenau Funeral Home, from 5 to 7 pm with the recitation of the rosary to begin at 7 pm. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 am on Tuesday, December 13th at St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church, with Father Julio Vicente officiating. Interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park.

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Valeria Cortez Hernandez - June 05, 2008 - November 29, 2022

Departed: 11/29/2022 (Twin Falls)

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Stephen Larry Hammond - April 08, 1951 - November 22, 2022

Departed: 11/22/2022 (Twin Falls)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and other biographical information. It often includes details about their life, accomplishments, and surviving family members.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a lasting tribute to the deceased, preserving their memory and legacy.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, obituaries are written by family members or close friends of the deceased. In some cases, funeral homes or crematories may assist with writing the obituary or provide templates for families to use.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include information about funeral services, memorial donations, and online condolences.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or online platform. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from a few sentences to a few paragraphs at most.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications and online platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can help personalize the tribute and make it more meaningful to readers.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online platform?

Check the publication's website or contact their customer service department for submission guidelines and deadlines. Some newspapers may have specific forms or templates to use, while online platforms may have digital submission processes.

Is there a cost associated with publishing an obituary?

Fees for publishing an obituary vary depending on the publication or platform. Some may charge by the word or line, while others may offer package deals or discounts for online-only publications.

Can I edit an obituary after it's been published?

In most cases, it's difficult to make changes to an obituary once it's been published in print. However, online platforms may allow for corrections or updates within a certain timeframe.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publication varies depending on the publication's schedule and deadlines. Online platforms may publish immediately, while print newspapers may take several days or weeks.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, some people choose to write their own obituary as a way to control how they're remembered and ensure accuracy. This can be a therapeutic exercise and provide peace of mind for loved ones.

What's the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, usually including only basic information like name, age, and date of death. An obituary provides more detailed information about the person's life and legacy.

Can I include humor or anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! Obituaries can be a celebration of the person's life, including their personality traits, quirks, and accomplishments. Humor and anecdotes can help make the tribute more relatable and engaging.

How do I handle sensitive or private information in an obituary?

If there are sensitive or private matters related to the deceased's life, it's best to exercise discretion when deciding what to include in the obituary. Consider consulting with family members or close friends before making any decisions.

Can I include charitable donations or memorial funds in an obituary?

Yes! Many families choose to include information about charitable donations or memorial funds in lieu of flowers. This can be a meaningful way to honor the deceased's legacy and support a worthy cause.

How do I find archived obituaries from past years?

You can search online archives of newspapers or websites that specialize in storing historical records. Some libraries and genealogical societies also maintain archives of old newspapers and obituaries.

Can I republish an obituary from another source?

If you want to republish an obituary from another source, such as a different newspaper or online platform, be sure to obtain permission from the original publisher or copyright holder first.

What if I need help writing an obituary?

If you're struggling to write an obituary or need guidance on what to include, consider reaching out to a funeral home director, hospice worker, or professional writer who specializes in crafting tributes.

Can I include quotes or poems in an obituary?

Absolutely! Quotes, poems, or lyrics that resonated with the deceased can add depth and meaning to the tribute. Choose pieces that reflect their personality, interests, or values.

How do I notify social media platforms about someone's passing?

Social media platforms have varying policies for handling deceased users' accounts. Check each platform's guidelines for reporting deaths and memorializing profiles.

What if I'm unsure about what information to share in an obituary?

If you're unsure about what information to include in an obituary, consult with family members, close friends, or a trusted advisor who knew the deceased well. They can help guide your decision-making process.

Can I create a digital archive of loved ones' obituaries?

Yes! You can create a digital archive by saving electronic copies of obituaries on your computer or cloud storage service. You can also use online platforms that specialize in storing family history documents and memorabilia.

How do I preserve physical copies of old obituaries?

To preserve physical copies of old obituaries, consider laminating them or storing them in acid-free folders or boxes. You can also digitize them by scanning or photographing the documents for safekeeping.

What if I need additional support during this difficult time?

If you're struggling with grief or need additional support during this difficult time, consider reaching out to local bereavement groups, counseling services, or online resources that provide emotional support and guidance.