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Wayne A. Rhoden - January 06, 1933 - April 20, 2022

Departed: 04/20/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: Wayne Allen Rhoden was born January 6th in Fairbury, Nebraska. He was the oldest of 5 siblings  In 1952 him and his brother decided to leave home and see what was out there. He didn’t make it too far though, they ended up stopping in Pocatello Idaho and it was here he met the love of his life Reta, working at a diner. It didn’t take long for them to realize they had to be together and they married February 28th 1953. They would spend 68 years together.      Wayne joined the army and him and his new bride moved to Fort Sill, Oklahoma where they would spend the next two years living on base.  While there, they welcomed 2 daughters. Amelia born December 26th 1954 and Deborah born December 12th 1955.  Wayne finished up his service and moved the family back to Pocatello where they would stay. Being back home they welcomed three more sons, Terry, Jerrold, and David.      Wayne went to ISU, where he earned is associates degree in drafting in 1967. He got a job at FMC and worked with them until he retired in 1998. After retirement he really developed a passion for photography. He loved taking pictures of anything outdoors. He couldn’t go anywhere without his camera bag and extra lenses. Him and his wife also loved to travel. They enjoyed taking there motor home out on the road.  Wayne is preceded in death by his parents, his wife Reta, his 3 children, David, Debbie, and Jerrold and his siblings.      Funeral services will be held Saturday April 30, 2022 at 3pm at Manning-Wheatley Funeral Home with a burial service right after. A viewing will be held Thursday April 28, 2022 from 5-7pm at Manning Wheatley Funeral Home.

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Carmen Leah Diaz - May 14, 1961 - April 15, 2022

Departed: 04/15/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Carmen Leah Diaz.

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James Lepisto - September 02, 1959 - April 14, 2022

Departed: 04/14/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for James Lepisto.

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Linda Godfrey Chatterton - November 10, 1939 - April 14, 2022

Departed: 04/14/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: Linda Godfrey Chatterton, passed away on April 14, 2022 at 82, surrounded by family.  She was born to Bernard and Hazel Godfrey on 11/10/1939 in Logan Utah.  She had two older brothers, Valden and Kelton, with a younger sister, Judith.  She attended school in Pocatello, Idaho and was very proud to be a Poky Indian.  Linda has 5 sons, Daniel, Michael, Jay, Brett and Bart.  She has 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren, her family was her life and she loved them all so much!        She enjoyed camping, motorcycle riding, volleyball, animals, and especially dogs.  She loved to read, dabbled in writing, and was excellent with her transcription skills.  She loved teaching children, and for years ran her own pre-school.  She was a butterfly fanatic, and loved to have anything butterfly around her.       She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and served in many leadership positions, but her favorite was as a Primary President.   While working at Idaho State University in financial aid, she loved helping students, and they loved her, many even called her Mom or Grandma.        Linda married Vaughn Chatterton on March 16, 2013, and Vaughn treated her like a queen, they had a very happy life together, often going for rides, singing together, as well as traveling.       She was a very kind, compassionate and beautiful lady.  We want to thank Encompass Hospices for their tender care & kindness they showed to her and our family.

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Norma Uman - March 27, 1946 - April 13, 2022

Departed: 04/13/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Norma Uman.

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Jean Pollard - January 03, 1937 - April 08, 2022

Departed: 04/08/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: Jean Pollard, 85, passed away on April 8th, 2022 of natural causes, surrounded by her loving family. Jean was born on Jan. 3, 1937, to Eskel and Viola Peterson in Salt Lake City, Utah. She grew up working in their family business and loved her large family. She was such a happy and loving person...just ask those who knew her. Her laugh and smile were contagious. She met the love of her life, Theron A. Pollard, at a church dance. They were married on June 1st 1953 and moved to Idaho in 1957, and started their family business, Tee Pee Advertising Co. and in 1989 she helped open their retail store, Westwood Discount. They were married for 69 years and had 6 children, David (Keva), Debbie (Layce), Don (Brenda), Dee, who passed away in 1998 (Rosanna), Diann (Spencer), and Destry (Nannette). She was happiest when spending time with her family. She had 32 grandchildren and 76 great-grandchildren. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be greatly missed!

A Celebration of her life will be held on Mother's Day, May 8th at 4:00 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Bldg. at 300 North Johnson in Pocatello.

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Diana Williams - November 13, 1942 - April 08, 2022

Departed: 04/08/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Diana Williams.

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Stanley R. Schenk - February 21, 1950 - April 08, 2022

Departed: 04/08/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: Stanley Schenk was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.  He passed away at his home on April 8th, 2022 at age 72.  Stan was born on February 21, 1950 to his parents Rene and Lois Schenk in Logan Utah.  He is survived by his wife Marilyn, two children Sheli (John) VanOrden and Scott Schenk, sister Gloria Schenk and grandchildren Mason and Colter Brown and Ryder and Boede VanOrden.

From a young age Stan was adventurous, he loved being a Boy Scout and used skills that he learned in the Scouts for a lifetime.  He was especially skilled in knot tying and took pride in his knowledge of the different knots and how to use them.  He followed in his Grandpa and Dad’s footsteps and became an extremely skilled brick layer.  Stan was an apprentice at a very young age and even worked on Pocatello High School while he was still attending school there.  He took pride in all of beautiful buildings that he built in Idaho which included but is not limited to The Performing Arts Center, The Melaleuca Headquarters, ICCU Headquarters, many of the Idaho State University buildings and the Holt Arena.  He mentored so many people in the years that he worked and taught them his trade.  Stan also traveled around the United States for several years working on Smoke Stacks and made many friends along the way.  He was a true craftsman in everything he did from masonry to wood working.  Those of us close to him are lucky enough to have treasures that he made and shared.  He loved spending time with his family camping, cooking, fishing, hunting, target shooting and going on Razor rides.

Stan married Susan Brewster, they later divorced.  During their marriage they had twin boys Brett and Bart whom they lost shortly after birth.  Then they were blessed with a beautiful daughter Sheli who was always a Daddy’s girl.  He later married the love of his life and soul mate Marilyn Adair.  They had a son Sam whom they lost two days after birth and then they were blessed with a second son Scott.  Stan and Marilyn spent the last 32 years together growing their love and friendship.

Stan is preceded in death by his parents Rene and Lois Schenk, siblings Brian Schenk, Dee Schenk and Josie Honstetter, and his sons Brett, Bart and Sam Schenk.

He will be deeply missed by everyone.  A celebration of life will be held at the Elks Lodge in Pocatello on May 14, 2022 from 4-9pm.

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James Edward Thilmont - December 23, 1931 - April 06, 2022

Departed: 04/06/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: James Thilmont (age 90) passed away April 6, 2022, in Pocatello, Idaho, surrounded by his loving family.  He is survived by his three children, Lisa, Matt (Loretta), and Greg, and his grandson, Maxwell; as well as his two sisters, Marie Stosur, 88, Frankfort, Illinois, and Diane Thilmont, 82, Miami, Florida.

Born in Chicago, Illinois, on December 23,1931, Jim was outgoing, friendly, and a savvy young business man right from the start. His first venture was delivering newspapers throughout the neighborhoods with his ‘best buddy’ and younger sister, Marie.  The Thilmonts were a musical family and Jim learned to play the cello at an early age.  In his teens, he was offered a scholarship to the Interlochen Music Institute.  Although unable to pursue this, Jim enjoyed playing the cello for many years.

Jim also loved cycling, and after graduating from Morgan Park High School in the late-1940s, he and a close friend rode their bikes from Chicago to San Diego, setting record time for the journey and garnering news coverage by the Chicago Tribune of the event.  Soon after completing their trip, Jim joined the Navy where he served in Atu, Alaska.  In the 1950s, following his service, he hitchhiked to Florida and took advantage of the GI Bill to attend the University of Miami and earned a B.A. Degree in Business Administration.  He then began work with General Mills as the state of Florida representative, and in subsequent years, for the Rogers Bros Idaho Potato Company.

In the mid-1960s, in Miami, Jim married Amelia ‘Mimi’ Klein.  They moved to Georgia, and then eventually Idaho, first to Idaho Falls and then later settling in Pocatello. Together with his wife, Mimi, they established a number of enterprises - owning and managing restaurant franchises, automotive and real estate ventures in Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and Arizona.

Jim was a self starter, an adventurous entrepreneur and a highly successful business man.  He was passionate about real estate and expanding opportunities.  A proud Officer of the Rotary Club for many years, he was also engaged in civic endeavors and community programs.

Very sociable, engaging and a consummate storyteller, Jim developed many friendships throughout his life. Often meeting his buddies on the golf course or at vintage car rallies.  He was an avid golfer and he began his fascination with vintage cars in the early-1960s when he and Mimi would cruise down the streets of Atlanta in their first Model T. He loved to travel and explored many parts of the globe in his later years.  A risk taker, who liked to shake things up and live his life on his own terms.  He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

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Everett Howard Sheffield - November 11, 1936 - March 30, 2022

Departed: 03/30/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: Everett Sheffield passed away in Pocatello Idaho after a long struggle with dementia. Everett was born in St Augustine Texas in 1936 to Alembert and Allie Stalsby Sheffield.  He was the youngest of four, his two brothers, Ellis and Alembert Jr. Sheffield preceded him in death while his sister Evelyn Stefanick survives him.

At the tender age of 16, Everett joined the Navy by forging his birth certificate.  He soon achieved the rank of chief petty officer by age 21.  After leaving the Navy, he became an instructor in the U.S. Air Force, training others in sophisticated electronics that controlled complex weapons systems.  This became the foundation for a long career at Litton Guidance and Control Systems where he worked on the cruise missile program based at Boeing Field.  He enjoyed his career and took great pride in his work.  He also continued to serve in the Naval Reserve until his retirement.

Everett met Peggy Pruitt in Houston, Texas at a Methodist Singles dance locally referred to as “The Horse Show.”   They married soon after in 1963 and started their family.  Everett is survived by his five children, Paige Sheffield, Pamela and (Ryan) Hall, Nancy and (Burke) Holbrook, Mason and (Ashley) Sheffield and Cydney Sheffield and 17 grandchildren.  He was sealed to his family in the Los Angeles Temple in 1975 after they had joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

Everett loved anything aviation related.  He joined the Civil Air Patrol and obtained a private pilot’s license. He enjoyed day trips flying out over the San Juan Islands.  After moving to San Diego, he then became an avid sailor enjoying days on the water with his children.  Another memorable hobby was being a movie extra in a variety of film productions in the Seattle area.

Everett and Peggy enjoyed travelling the world during retirement visiting Japan, Singapore, England, and Australia using space available on military flights which made for some interesting adventures.  Everett was an adventurous, kind and loving gentleman of few words who will be sadly missed by his family and friends.  A memorial celebrating his life will be held at the Highland Stake Center in Pocatello, Idaho on Tuesday April 5th at 11am.

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Miguel Castro - Unknown - March 25, 2022

Departed: 03/25/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Miguel Castro.

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Hugh (Lefty) H. Roberts III - June 13, 1941 - March 23, 2022

Departed: 03/23/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: Hugh Hamilton Roberts III, 80, passed away on March 23, 2022.  He was born June 13, 1941 in Norman, OK. to Hugh Hamilton Roberts II and Mary McCreary.  He was the oldest child and had a sister Susan Ross.

He worked for UPRR for 25 years retiring in 2001.  He enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing, camping, bowling and spending time with his family.  He is survived by his loving wife Dee and children; Cheryl Southerland, Tracey, Tony (Laura), Billy (Genie), Michelle Corbridge (Kenny), his 22 grandchildren, and his many great grandchildren.  He is also survived by his sister, Susan Ross (Gerald).  He was preceded in death by his parents and son-in-law Guy Southerland.

Private family graveside services will be held at a later date.

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Larry Lynn Smith - August 13, 1956 - March 22, 2022

Departed: 03/22/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: Larry Lynn Smith, 65, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on March 22, 2022.  He was born in Pocatello, Idaho Aug. 13, 1956 to Girard and Grace Helzer Smith.  He was the youngest of 3 children.  He was raised in the Pocatello area and graduated from Highland High School.

He married his sweetheart Gail Romriell and they raised their daughter Danielle Dille.  They had many fond memories together enjoying the outdoors in Island Park.  He worked for Union Pacific Railroad.  He enjoyed spending time with his family and was the most loving caring individual you will ever meet.  He had a big personality and was always the life of the party.  He was a die hard Denver Bronco fan and loved to play trivia games.

"God saw you getting tired when a cure was not be.  So he wrapped his arms around you and whispered, "Come to me".  You didn't deserve what you went through so he gave you needed rest.  God's garden must be beautiful, he only takes the best".

He is survived by his loving wife Gail; his daughter: Danielle, Grandkids: CJ Gonzales, Ashley Dille, Elijah Dille, and Braxton Kelsch.  He his also survived by his sister Vickie Pritchett and brother Curtis Smith.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

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Cheryl Allen - December 30, 1946 - March 21, 2022

Departed: 03/21/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Cheryl Allen.

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Robert Allen Grant - December 12, 1944 - March 13, 2022

Departed: 03/13/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: Robert Allen Grant, age 77 of Chubbuck passed gently into his loving Heavenly Father's hands on March 13th, 2022 at Elegant Assisted Living in Chubbuck, ID surrounded by his family. He was born into an already large family as a twin to Robert and Iva (George) Grant in Moscow, ID December 12, 1944. The family later moved to the Pocatello area where he was raised.

He was married to Shirley Cole, and of this marriage, two children were born (Robert “Allen” Grant Jr, and Sherri Lynn Grant). They later divorced. He then married Mary "Jean" (Oldfield) Higgins and two more children were born, (Jerry and Shauna Grant). Their parents later divorced and Robert once again married Kathy Hosmeister having two more children. That marriage also ended.

Robert having only completed the 8th grade served in the United States Army Reserves (Special Forces) unit from February 8, 1975, to January 28, 1981. The rest of his life he spent doing the things he loved. He was a mechanic for many years and also a truck driver working for companies such as Purple Sage, D & D Transportation, Giltner, Kil-Pac, May Trucking, and Doug Andrus, for most of his adult life. He loved the open road and spending time with his kids. He also loved shooting pool and fishing.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, his twin sibling, his (6) sisters, and his oldest son. He is survived by Sherri & Jerry Westlake of Wendell, ID, Paul and Amanda Grant of Pocatello, ID, Heidi Shelton of Pocatello, Jerry & Santina Grant of Aberdeen, ID and Shauna & John Allen of Vermont. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren, and numerous other cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Robert joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints on July 10, 2010, so we are honoring him through their service.  Services will be held at the LDS Church at 1700 Kinghorn Rd, in Pocatello on Friday, March 18th, 2022 at 1 PM.   Luncheon following.

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Ronald Bernard Huff - July 22, 1935 - March 04, 2022

Departed: 03/04/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Ronald Bernard Huff.

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Brandi Dawn Sweeney - January 02, 1988 - March 04, 2022

Departed: 03/04/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Brandi Dawn Sweeney.

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Don W. Adams - May 23, 1959 - February 28, 2022

Departed: 02/28/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Don W. Adams.

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Clarence R. Baggett - August 19, 1943 - February 27, 2022

Departed: 02/27/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Clarence R. Baggett.

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Beverly G. Murdock - December 16, 1932 - February 23, 2022

Departed: 02/23/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: Beverly Geraldine Daley Murdock, 89, passed away Wednesday February 23, 2022 which would have been her 71st wedding anniversary to Cloyde Murdock.  Beverly was born December 16, 1932 in Sacramento, California to Nadine Daley and Ray Joseph Daley and was the only child.    Beverly spent most of her childhood between California and Idaho being raised by her parents and a very special Aunt Rena  and Uncle Mos Henderson  whom she dearly loved and called for them in her last days.

Beverly met Cloyde Murdock, the love of her life at Deleta Dance hall, here in Pocatello.  They were married shortly after on February 23, 1951.  There were later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple.  Cloyde gave Beverly the one thing she wanted most in life, 4 beautiful children: Kelly, Kenny, Karma and Karen.  She loved her children with all her heart. Besides raising her children, Cloyde and Beverly loved square dancing, camping and spending the winters in Arizona in their younger years.  Beverly loved walking, you could see her walking the neighborhood when the weather was nice and, in the wintertime, walking the mall, she loved staying active

Beverly was preceded in death by her husband Cloyde, her parents and her Aunt Rena and Uncle Mos.   Beverly is survived by her children , Kelly (Sherry) Murdock,  Kenneth (Fawn) Murdock, Karma Neider, Karen Heiner,  7 grandchildren, Ryan (Sara),  Mike (Ashlee), Kelsey ((Gerald), Jason (Erin), Nute (Chas), Trevor (Camille), Chelsea (Jake) and 17 great-grand children.   An open house will be held on Saturday March 5th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at 910 Wingate Drive Pocatello, Idaho.

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Alice Jenkins Moore - September 19, 1934 - February 21, 2022

Departed: 02/21/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: Alice Jenkins Moore was born 9-19-1934 in the town of Victor, Idaho. She was one of 13 children born to Clyde and Blenda Jenkins. She and her husband had five children, Carol (Mike) Hoopes-Bullock, Christy Moore, Richard (Theresa) Moore, Rosanna (Robert) Lockett and Pam (Nick) Wilson. She has 12 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren and dearly loves them all.

She grew up in the town of Basalt Idaho and raised her family primarily in the Blackfoot and Pocatello Idaho areas. Most of Alice’s working career was spent cooking in hospital kitchens and she had a degree as a dietitian. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Alice had many talents including a wonderful sense of humor and tremendous love of people and life. She was tenacious and very hardworking. She was extremely devoted to her in-laws, her mother, her special needs siblings and nieces. She and her husband fostered many children and she was never known to turn away a person in need. All those who knew her loved her. She was proceeded in death by her husband, all of her siblings and her parents.

A Memorial Service will be on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 1pm at Mountain View Cemetery in section 51 West.  In honor of Alice please wear brightly colored clothing and a hat.

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Vincent “Mike” Michael Sanders - August 26, 1958 - February 20, 2022

Departed: 02/20/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: Vincent Michael Sanders, 63, passed away in his home surrounded by family on Sunday, February 20, 2022 after a valiant fight with Multiple Systems Atrophy.  He entered the world on August 26, 1958 to Don and Margaret Sanders in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Mike attended high school in Boise and graduated in 1976.  He went to Boise State to get an Engineering degree, but lost interest when he started working in Crime Prevention for Grand Central.  As he met and worked with Law Enforcement officers, he knew the path he wanted to take.  He worked for the Bannock County Sheriff's Office for 28 years and loved his "second family".  He made good friends and earned the respect of the people he worked and associated with.

Mike met and fell in love with his sweetheart, Pam Briggs, while working together at the Bannock County Sheriff's Office.  They were married on December 30, 1984, and later sealed in the Idaho Falls Temple.  They had five beautiful children who completed their family.

Mike was a city boy, but he and his wife decided to give the farm life a try.  He moved his family to Marsh Valley where they raised chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, pigs, and horses.  He developed a love for pug dogs and tolerated Pam's love for cats.. He worked hard to create a beautiful country home.

Mike enjoyed golfing, hiking, camping, shooting, riding his motorcycle, and everything outdoors.  His dream when he retired was to own a corvette.  He was an overachiever and purchased two corvettes which he pampered daily.  He even had a shop built to keep them protected from the elements.

Mike had a strong testimony of our Savior and enjoyed his membership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  He recently served in the Bishopric of the McCammon Ward and loved the good men he worked with and the members of the ward.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents and nephew - Troy Griggs.  He is survived by his wife - Pamela, his children - Dustin (Michelle), Derek, Breanne Birch, Rylie (Andrea), and Bradlee (Kyah), nine grandchildren, his sister - Donetta Sanders , and brother - Richard Sanders.  Mike was a beloved uncle to many nieces and nephews.

Mike touched many lives.  He was a very special man and was loved by those who knew him.  Mike, you will always be in our hearts and will be truly missed.

The family will receive friends at a viewing on Feb. 24, 2022 from 6-8pm at Manning-Wheatley Funeral Home in Pocatello.  An additional viewing will be held from 1-2pm with the service following at the McCammon Stake Center (403 W. 16th St.).  Burial will be in the Inkom Cemetery.

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Lev Allen Olson - January 12, 1962 - February 17, 2022

Departed: 02/17/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Lev Allen Olson.

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Virginia Reynolds - February 07, 1958 - February 16, 2022

Departed: 02/16/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Virginia Reynolds.

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Kelly Cobia - July 31, 1951 - February 14, 2022

Departed: 02/14/2022 (Pocatello)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Kelly Cobia.

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What is an obituary?

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The timeframe varies depending on the publication or online platform. Online platforms may publish immediately, while print newspapers may take several days to a week.

Can I request changes to an existing obituary template?

If you're using a funeral home or online platform's template, you may be able to request changes. However, some templates may be fixed, so it's best to check with the provider beforehand.

What if I want to keep the obituary private or limited to certain individuals?

Sometimes families prefer to keep the obituary private due to personal reasons. Many online platforms offer options for private or restricted access to ensure that only intended individuals can view the tribute.

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 and support a worthy cause.

How do I ensure accuracy when writing an obituary?

To ensure accuracy, verify dates, names, and other important details with reliable sources such as birth certificates, passports, or other official documents.

Can I write an obituary for someone who has passed away without any immediate family?

If there are no immediate family members available to write an obituary, friends, caregivers, or other individuals close to the deceased may take on this responsibility.

What if I'm struggling to write an obituary due to grief or emotional distress?

If you're finding it difficult to write an obituary due to emotional distress, consider reaching out to a trusted friend, family member, or professional counselor for support. You may also want to take breaks and come back to the task when you feel more composed.

Can I use social media to share an obituary?

Yes! Social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter can be effective ways to share an obituary with a wider audience. You can also use online memorial websites specifically designed for sharing tributes and condolences.

How long will an online obituary remain available?

The duration varies depending on the online platform. Some platforms may archive obituaries indefinitely, while others may remove them after a certain period. Be sure to check their policies before submitting the obituary.

Can I create a digital archive of an obituary for future generations?

Yes! Many online platforms offer options for creating digital archives of obituaries. You can also save a copy of the obituary as a PDF or print it out for safekeeping.

Are there any specific guidelines for writing an obituary for someone who was cremated?

No specific guidelines exist for writing an obituary for someone who was cremated. However, you may want to include information about any memorial services or scattering ceremonies planned in their honor.

Can I include quotes, poems, or lyrics in an obituary?

Absolutely! Including meaningful quotes, poems, or lyrics can add depth and personality to the tribute. Choose pieces that resonate with the deceased's personality or interests.