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Craig Ryan - Unknown - April 10, 2024

Departed: 04/10/2024 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Craig Ryan, long time resident of McCall, Idaho went to be with Jesus on April 10, 2024 at the age of 64. Craig was born to Charles and Pearl Ryan on August 6, 1959 in Granite City, Illinois. Craig was born with an extra chromosome that medically was called Down’s Syndrome but his family and all who knew him just called it extra special. Craig was love and kindness and an example of what we should all strive to be. He was a gift and was loved so deeply. His birth was a changepoint in the life of the Ryan family. It was then that God became the center of the family’s lives. Craig’s life held purpose that began at birth. His disability did not interfere with that purpose, instead it was a major part of it.

Craig attended a special education school in Edwardsville, IL until moving to McCall at the age of 13. Upon arriving in McCall he continued in Special Education classes and also quickly became involved in the Special Olympics program. He was extremely proud of his over 50 medals competing in cross country skiing, biking, swimming and gymnastics. A highlight of his life was meeting “Marsha Brady”, his biggest crush, at a Special Olympics event in Salt Lake City.

Craig attended WITco in Caldwell, ID in 1980 and was trained to work in janitorial services. McCall Drug hired him immediately and he began a 40 year career meeting many people and making many friends as he kept the store vacuumed and dusted. He loved having a few dollars in his wallet and was always willing to buy if he could get someone to take him out for a burger. When the drug store closed he was transferred to Albertsons until 2020 when his health began to decline.

Family was the center of Craig’s life. He loved his many nieces and nephews. The older ones were peers and friends to him and the younger ones were his “kids”. He loved his brothers and sisters deeply and was a constant helper and companion to his mom, especially after his dad, Charles, passed. He loved Elvis and never believed that he had died. He also was obsessed with the Planet of the Apes movies, The Man from Atlantis, and The Hulk. Craig was always involved in the McCall Nazarene church and served as a greeter and an usher for many years. He loved Jesus purely and deeply. Communication was always Craig’s greatest struggle but somehow everyone who knew him understood love. We delight in knowing he is whole and struggles no more with his speech. We can only imagine the talking going on today in Heaven!

Craig is survived by his mother, Pearl Ryan, McCall, ID; brothers Mike (Stella) Ryan and Steve (Sylvia) Ryan of McCall, brother Chuck (Robin) Ryan of Homedale, ID; brother David (Judy) Ryan of McMinnville, OR; sister Brenda (Tarek) Fawaz of Trinity, FL and brother Marc (Karen) Stringer of Nampa, ID.  Craig also leaves behind many nieces and nephews whom he loved as much as they adored him. He was preceded in death by his dad, Charles Ryan in 1990 and his sister Debbie Ryan Campbell in 2015.

The family would like to thank St. Luke’s Hospice and the McCall Care Center for their love, care, and kindness to Craig this past year. The family requests that if Craig touched your life and you would like to make a donation in his memory, please make it to the McCall Care Center. That would mean so much to us.

A viewing will be held on Sunday evening April 14 from 4-6 pm at Heikkila Funeral Chapel in McCall. Services will be held at McCall Nazarene Church Monday, April 15 at 1:00. All are welcome to join us in celebrating the life of our good man.

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Kim Rae Mann - September 25, 1962 - March 15, 2024

Departed: 03/15/2024 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Kim Rae Mann, 61, of Donnelly, Idaho, passed away on March 15, 2024.

Kim’s funeral service will be held on Sunday, March 24th at Heikkila Funeral Chapel/McCall Funeral Home,155 S. Samson Trl., McCall, ID  83638 at 12:30 PM MST. Pastor Chad Schommer, of Donnelly Bible Church, will be officiating.  Funeral arrangements are being handled by Heikkila Funeral Chapel/McCall Funeral Home. Please join us to celebrate Kim’s life at Donnelly Bible Church (159 FW Gestrin St. Donnelly, ID  83615) at 2:00 PM MST after the funeral service.

Kim was born in Boise, Idaho on September 25th, 1962. She graduated from Borah High School in 1980 and continued her education with an Associates Business Degree prior to her daughters being born in 1981 and 1984. In 1989, Kim began her career of 18 years at Micron Technology. She changed career paths in 2007 and became a CNA working at the McCall Rehab Center. Kim loved taking care of people so much she went back to school again and received her LPN and spent many years proudly working at the Idaho State Veterans Home in Boise, Idaho.

Kim had a deep love for all animals and creatures, most of all her hummingbirds, horses, annual deer visitors and her dogs. If you couldn’t find her at home in her she-shed, she was either snowmobiling, on the boat at the lake or at the family lot with her beloved husband Craig. Kim enjoyed sewing, making stain glass artwork, painting and literally any activity that gave her an opportunity to spend time with her daughters and grandchildren. There was never a moment she wasn’t in the middle of or planning some type of art project.

Kim is survived by her husband of 42 years, Craig Mann, her two daughters, Shauna White (Paul White) and Cassie Duncan (Gary Duncan), four grandchildren, Carson Duncan, Campbell White, BreAnna Duncan and Clara White, her parents Bill and Sharion Spangler, and her brothers Danny Spangler, Tony Spangler and Paul Spangler. Additionally, Kim is survived by her sister-in-laws (sisters) Laurie Mann and Anita Alexander and brother-in-law Darnal Alexander and many other family and friends that she loved dearly.

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Zella "Bev" Beverly Ingraham - February 11, 1930 - March 14, 2024

Departed: 03/14/2024 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Zella Beverly Ingraham, known to all as Bev, was born February 11, 1930, in Boise.  She died in McCall, March 14, 2024; she was 94 years old.  Her parents were Doris (Durnin) and Deane Ingraham.  She attended Boise Junior College in the 1940’s and graduated from The College of Idaho in 1952, also receiving her Masters Degree from The College of Idaho in the early 1970’s.  After seventeen years teaching, she changed careers into her main area of interest, outdoor education and worked for Ponderosa State Park for more than a dozen years.  For more than thirty years she was volunteer accessionist at the Valley County Museum in Roseberry, where she was responsible for logging in and storing all the donated artifacts as well as creating exhibits in many of the twenty plus museum buildings.

Over the years she compiled a book of photographs of many local wildflowers, with her sketches and descriptions.  She also authored two local history books, Looking Back and Long Valley Yesterdays.  In her younger years she backpacked into more than thirty local lakes and also enjoyed some overseas adventures.  Her hobbies included fishing, gardening and dabbling in art.  Her long time friend and companion, Sandy Cottrell, will miss her sense of humor known to all through her wise cracks and ready jokes.

She is survived by her sister Dorothy Etychison of Boise, six nieces and a nephew; she was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Deane.  At her request there will be no memorial service.  Memorials may be made to Valley County Museum at Box 444, Donnelly, 83616, or to the charity of your choice.

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Barbara Ann Lane - January 09, 1949 - January 14, 2024

Departed: 01/14/2024 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Barbara Ann Lane Jan 9, 1949 to Jan 14, 2024 Riggins, Idaho

Ever an intuitive Barbara Ann Lane, always believed she would take flight with angel wings at age 75. Only five days after her 75th birthday, her last instinct became a reality as she lost her 4 year battle with ovarian cancer. Her family and friends referred to her as the “warrior princess” for her tenacity for life up to the time she passed away, after three rounds of different chemo treatments and then a short time with hospice.

Holding her hands with much love when she ascended, was her husband, Gary Lane, and son from a previous marriage Justin Smith, and unofficially adopted daughter, Malissa Edwards, by her side. Her biological daughter Ruth Smith, five years older than Justin, passed away in 1998, but left her four grandchildren: Sarah, Samantha, and Joshua Fredericks, and Joseph Van Tuyl. Justin also provided her with three grandchildren: Justin Junior, Angelica, and Ryan. Barbara was born to John Daniel Boothe and Ruby Merle Dykes in Baton Rouge, LA on Jan 9, 1949. She had two brothers with the same biological parents: Johnny, two years older than her, and Glynn, two years younger, who died in a car wreck due to an epileptic seizure in 1974. She also had two half sisters, Gina Crane, seven years younger, sharing the same biological father, and Sonia Loren, fifteen years younger, sharing the same biological mother. However, Barbara was mostly raised by her second cousin Shirley Strickland and her husband Jimmy, until he divorced her

when Barb was 14 years old. She considered Shirley her real mother. She married soon after high school, but after an abusive relationship, lost her husband OD Smith when her kids were young, which became a challenge as a single mother. He was adopted by Sam and Dee Alberts, whose biological kids were Julane, Gloria, Jowanna, Johnwayne, and Brenda (who passed in 2017), then became like real brothers and sisters to Barb until her passing. After a few years in a second marriage, not abusive but ending in an amicable divorce, she eventually met her current husband Gary Lane. He had a river company, Wapiti River Guides, whom at age 50, she jumped into with both feet. She guided on the Salmon, Grande Ronde, and Owyhee Rivers for a couple years before back problems ended that career. But she continued on as a partner with the river outfitting business and helped keep the company afloat in Riggins. Though not the largest, they became the longest standing, original owner river outfitters in town, avoiding crowds and leading small, more personalized trips. Guests always loved her cooking and warm demeanor on the river, along with her genuine honesty and friendliness over the phone when handling inquiries and making reservations.

One of her favorite river trips was down the Grand Canyon in 2003, and is where Gary scratched out a message in the sand: “will you marry me,” to which she enthusiastically said yes. It led to their outdoor marriage on the banks of the Salmon River that fall. She was also very creative and made the rustic Wapiti River Guides headquarters an attractive eye catcher, with her unique landscaping created by use of flower, rock, and driftwood. She also made stick houses and bark faces out of driftwood that were collected on various rivers. Her favorite vacation was the trip to Hawaii with her husband in 2017 and she loved making nearly annual trips to the Oregon coast. She had a special connection to her daughter, Ruth, whose ashes had been scattered in the ocean years ago, and now can reconnect with her once again in the universal sea of life and energy. Feeding birds and keeping hummingbirds happy was a big pastime she enjoyed. Though she had no favorite birds, liking all of them, she did have a special connection to them. They often came to her at special moments in her life, like the raven that sat on the boat with her in the Grand Canyon, or the golden eagles that flew over her and her husband when they floated off into the sunset at the conclusion of their wedding ceremony.

Not only was she a lover of all things nature, she was a strong advocate for wolves and anadromous fish. She had a wolf spirit and with her husband started the first wolf education river trips in Idaho. Her interest and activism for the plight of salmon and steelhead was also a big passion. In the year 2000, after testifying at the ground zero public hearings in Lewiston for potential breaching of the four Snake River dams, she helped her husband start the first Sacred Salmon Ceremony, that now happens every spring (2nd Sat of May) at Spring Bar, 10 miles upriver of Riggins. Her innate interest in mother earth spirituality and the indigenous worldview stemmed somewhat from her Cajun blood, and early love for the natural world. Unfortunately, her biological parents represented an abusive parental childhood for her, and it ghosted her into adulthood, despite her loving cousin Shirlie who adopted her and gave her a good life, where she married early into yet another abusive relationship. Tragically, her first husband committed suicide after his own demons claimed him, which had a ripple effect to her two kids, age 7 and 12. This eventually led to a troubled future to both children, with addiction and incarceration a reality Barb had to deal with. She never gave up and devoted her entire later adult years supporting a son into a more successful lifestyle change. It was one of the proudest moments of her life to see her son change his ways and work toward a far better future.

Despite her humble beginnings, having very little in material value early on, and the experience of such challenging times as a kid and young adult, she never resorted to drugs or alcohol to deal with any of it. She faced the demons in her life head on and overcame them with time. This is a grand tribute to a lady who is a shining example of how humans can deal more positively with adversity in their lives. She was an exemplary example of the worthy principle of wisdom: it is far better to aim your bow at the sun and hit only the moon, than aim at the moon and hit only a rock.

She never minced words, sugar coated anything, or left anyone in wonder of how she felt about things. Her direct nature made her a fierce activist and advocate for many issues that impacted the environment and habitat needs for all fish and wildlife. Along with her stubborn toughness, was her soft heart and nurturing nature. She will be remembered as a champion for the outdoor world, who had a loving spirit and will always be known for the tracks she left behind. Now, in another dimension of the great circle of life, her loved ones will follow the ripples in her wake as she bravely dances on through the starry river of the Milky Way and uncharted waters of the Great Mystery.

May the flow of the spirit world be with you Until we meet again, fly higher Barbara Ann.

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George Edward Bertram, III - May 12, 1948 - January 02, 2024

Departed: 01/02/2024 (McCall)

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Lila Rae Murdock - September 06, 1931 - December 21, 2023

Departed: 12/21/2023 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Lila Rae Murdock went to her eternal rest on December 21, 2023 while convalescing at her home in Riggins, Idaho. Lila was born on September 6, 1931 to Bert and Verna Bowman in Blackfoot, Idaho.

She married LaVar J. Murdock on June 9, 1951. They had 3 children and celebrated 65 wedding anniversary's together. Being the wife of a farmer, Lila was an avid gardener and loved flowers of all kinds. She had a wonderful decorating knack and created gorgeous silk flower arrangements. Lila was able to follow her dreams by owning an antique, gift and flower shop aptly named, "Lila's Petals and Twigs" in Winnemucca, Nevada. The potato industry drew LaVar and Lila to Winnemucca in the 70's and they resided there for 30 years. They then made their way during their retirement years, to Riggins, Idaho where they developed a sub-division along the Little Salmon River. Salmon and Steelhead fishing became a fun hobby for the family during that time and Lila was named "The Happy Hooker" since she out-fished us most of the time.

She is survived by her 3 children, Craig (Cindy) of Payette, Idaho, Mindy (Bill) of Riggins and Lori of Blackfoot, Idaho. She has 6 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and her first great great grandchild will be born is a few weeks.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband LaVar and his 5 brothers, 3 sisters and their spouses, her grandson Mickie Popejoy, sister Cleo Jones (Doyle) and brother Verlin Bowman (Patricia).

Lila wasn't fond of wintertime, so it was appropriate that she passed on the first day of winter. Therefore, her internment will be in the spring at the Thomas Cemetary, outside of Blackfoot. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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Joan Cook Lee - July 31, 1935 - December 21, 2023

Departed: 12/21/2023 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Joan Cook Lee, born in Montpelier, Idaho on July 31st 1935, found eternal rest December 21, 2023. A fifty-year resident of McCall, ID, Joan had always loved the life of her grandparents: James Whinham and Rosella Grunig, George Cook and Alice Sparks, on Bear Lake, but at a young age, she moved to Ogden, UT with her parents, Alfred Nello (Chop) and Lucile. Joan graduated from Ogden High and married Clifford Lee in 1954; they had three children, Diana, Cheryl, and David. Cliff’s Forest Service work took the family to Devil’s Slide and Roy, UT, as well as to Bakersfield, CA, before they settled in McCall in 1969.

Joan loved the winter, from the first flight of the Canada geese southward through the season’s last glide on Nordic and Alpine skis. In summer, she availed herself of the nearby tennis courts, and she loved to walk her half-wolf grand-dog, Duke, by the high school at sunset. Joan was a woman of many talents. She played the piano, the organ, and was adept with watercolor, rosemauling, and decoy painting. A prolific quilter, Joan crafted everything from sewing kits to table quilts, from Christmas ornaments for the Festival of Trees to decorative wall hangings. Joan had a gift for making everything beautiful, one she honed especially with flowers: she could hybridize and train them, dry them, and arrange them, recalling each of their Latin names and accenting their beauty with hand-made bows.

Joan knew how to make every moment special. Charming, witty, quick to laugh—and to make anything fun—Joan was also deeply thoughtful, focused, and not one to eschew consequential topics, whether spiritual, historical, or regarding life’s twists and turns. Joan was an avid reader and dutiful genealogist, making her both a patient, thoughtful listener as well as beautiful storyteller. Whenever she could, Joan expanded her learning, taking classes at Weber State and BYU and earning an advanced EMT certificate in the early 1980s.

Believing that the greatest and most sincere joy comes from serving others, Joan endeavored to share her learning, from Hawaiian quilting techniques to gardening tips, from how to yodel to knowledge about the natural world. In the late 80s and early 90s, she served as interpreter at Ponderosa State Park, advocating for recycling while giving entertaining classes for children on migratory birds and local animals. Joan was also dedicated to preserving and showcasing Valley County history through her Americorps volunteer work, part of which helped lay the foundation for the current Central Idaho Historical Museum, which includes the Fire Warden’s House at the SITPA / CCC site in McCall.

Joan was beloved not only for what she did, but for how she did it. She is remembered for her thoughtful questions, her compassion, her insight, her wisdom, and the twinkle of charm in her eyes. Joan remained a dedicated friend and loving grandmother even after her move in 2019 to Salmon Creek Assisted Living in Boise. From her many have gained much strength, as Joan underwent tri-weekly dialysis treatments and more without complaint. Stoic to the end, Joan was a patient servant of her Lord, enduring His trials with optimism, gratitude, and an open-minded acceptance of His lessons. Preceded in death by her son, David, and by her former husband, Cliff, Joan is survived by her two daughters, five grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. A celebration of life with forthcoming details will be held for family and friends in summer of 2024.

Private burial will take place in the Finnish Church Cemetery, McCall, Idaho.

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Barbara Ann Buhl - October 09, 1935 - December 08, 2023

Departed: 12/08/2023 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Barbara Beaven-Buhl, who we sadly lost this week,  just turned 88 years old and died at home, which was one wish she had. She was vibrant and happy and looking forward to the future. Barbara/Mom was born in Queen of Angels Hospital, Glendale, California, on October 9, 1935 to Herbert and Grace Beaven

Barbara was mother to Jeff, Barby, John and Therese. She raised her children with love and devotion in Capistrano Beach, California with her husband Don Buhl.

She is also survived by Therese’s husband Gregg Gibboney, Barby’s Husband Rob Rennie and their Children; Mary Therese, Ginette & Gavin, Jeff’s Children; Jason, Mike, Clinton & Rachael.  Along with many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Barbara was known for her lyrical poetry and devote Catholicism. Her hobbies included sewing, drawing and baking. She had a fabulous sense of humor. She made fast friends and loved to chat. She was one of the most elegant and stylish people I knew. We read this poem at my brother John’s funeral

Do not stand at my grave and weep.

I am not there. I do not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow.

I am the diamond glints on snow.

I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning’s hush, I am the swift uplifting rush

Of quiet birds in circling flight.

I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and weep.

I am not there. I do not sleep.

We know mom is in peace and now reunited with her husband Don, her son John, her parents and many other loved ones she prayed for daily.

Kahlil Gibran wrote on Sorrow: The deeper it carves into your being the more joy you can contain. Mom said a daily novena to Saint Therese the Little Flower:

Please pick me a rose from the heavenly garden and send it to me with a message of love.

Ask God to grant me the favor I thee implore and tell him I will love him each day more and more.

Rest in Peace Mom ~ You will be dearly missed and there will be a huge void in our lives now. We will carry you close to our hearts every moment of every day, along with pop and Johnnie. Fly free with the angels.

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John Wayne Pottenger - May 07, 1943 - November 18, 2023

Departed: 11/18/2023 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Our hearts are broken to announce the passing of John Wayne Pottenger, “Granddad”.

Granddad was called to Heaven on Saturday, November 18th at his home in Riggins at the age of 80. He was born to Bill and Eileen Pottenger on May 7th, 1943, in Council Idaho.

After attending early elementary school in Riggins, he moved with his family to Boise and graduated from Borah High School in 1962 before attending Boise State Jr. College. In September of 1964 he married the love of his life, Caroline Flowers.

Granddad was very honored and took great pride in serving his country when he was drafted in December of 1965. Stationed in Frankfort, Germany as an Armor Crewmen he also was asked to train the tank operators and was discharged in 1971. After being discharged he and Caroline decided to make Riggins their forever home by purchasing a house that they have lived in since and starting a family. Granddad worked as a logging company mechanic, he then went on to work at the sawmill in Riggins before hitting the mountains and “doing it all” as a logger for many years. He then went on to be a heavy machine operator before being promoted to his favorite career as Granddad and Grandma daycare providers. Granddad was a lover of everything outdoors. It was not unlikely to see him at his favorite salmon or steelhead hole every day, and he took great pleasure in passing his passion down to generations of family members. He was an avid hunter and liked nothing better than “burning a weiner” up the Salmon River with his family. Both he and Caroline were both active members of the Savage Cycles Motorcycle Club and often took their motorcycles to the mountains, strapped their kids on and rode the trails around Riggins.

Granddad had many hobbies, but nothing made him smile more than his family. He drove thousands of miles and traveled to many states to be the first one in the bleachers to watch his kids, grandkids, and great grandkids in many different sporting events. Elementary, high school, and even college, we could count on one hand how many games or matches he missed. His smile could light up any room, he was as tough as nails, hilarious, and known for his one liners that have become family favorites. As his eldest Granddaughter I am honored to have been asked to write about our hero. Although our hearts are saddened, we take joy and have peace knowing he is with his Lord and Savior.

Granddad was preceded in death by his parents Bill and Eileen, and his younger brother Bruce. He is survived by who he called his “beautiful bride” of 59 years, Caroline, his children Cammi (Bill), Carri (Jim), John (Tracie) and his 15 grandchildren and great grandchildren, as well as his siblings Melinda (Gordy), Dianne (Dave), Rick (Jeanette), and many nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, December 2nd at 1:00 pm at the Riggins Assembly of God. Following will be a graveside service for family, immediately followed by a meal for friends and family back at the church.

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Duane L. Petersen - August 14, 1935 - November 17, 2023

Departed: 11/17/2023 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Duane L. Petersen, 88, formerly of Cascade, ID, died suddenly November 17, 2023 in Emmett, ID. Duane was born August 14, 1935 in Valentine, Nebraska but from the age of one he has lived in Idaho, moving to Cascade at a young age.

After graduating from Cascade High School in 1953 he went to work for J.I. Morgan logging Company as logging truck driver and later as grader patrol operator. January 1977 he became the Valley County Road Superintendent where he remained for 20 years, retiring in October of 1997.

After retiring he became an Author of 6 history books about various subjects in Valley County and 15 fiction Western Novels. He married Donna Morgan in New Meadows, ID on April 2, 1961. After years of mowing a huge lawn and removing tons of snow Duane and Donna decided to move to Emmett, Idaho in July of 2019 where they resided for two years. After Duane recovered from Covid 19 they decided to move to Meadow View Senior Living in October of 2021.

He is a 60 plus year Member of Ionic #82 Masonic Lodge Cascade and Placer Lodge #3, Horseshoe Bend, served in the Army for two years and he and Donna were Grand Marshals of the Thunder Mountain 4th of July Parade in Cascade.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Joyce and brother-in-law J P Morgan. He is survived by Donna, his wife of 62 years, sister Darlene Morgan and brother-in-law John T. Johnson. Also niece Kim Obendorf (Perry) and many cousins.

Duane requested no services.

Memorials may be sent to Cascade Medical Center Foundation, P.O. Box 964 , Cascade, ID 83611 or any charity of your choice.

Internment will be in Cascade at a later date.

Many thanks goes to the Meadow View staff and caregivers.

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Tarin Bond Schroath - May 31, 1995 - November 02, 2023

Departed: 11/02/2023 (McCall)

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Tarin Bond Schroath, age 28, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 2, 2023, in Melissa, Texas after a near one-year battle with high-grade osteosarcoma, an aggressive bone cancer. She was born on May 31, 1995, in Renton, Washington to Susan (Sidlow) and Gary Bond. She married Devin Wayne Schroath on August 1, 2014, in the Seattle Washington Temple. They have two children, Owen Taylor Schroath (age 6) and Kennedy Sue Schroath (age 3).

Tarin was a light to those around her and always strove to bring a smile to everyone she interacted with. She was an incredibly loving mother and spouse. Tarin kept her family well-organized and on track, creating some incredible memories and experiences.

Tarin did competitive swimming and water polo in high school. She also was a lifeguard for her first job during that same time period. Tarin graduated from high school with her associates degree after taking college courses through Running Start in Washington.

She attended college at Brigham Young University – Idaho in Rexburg, Idaho where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in early childhood development. It was during this time that she met and soon married her husband, Devin Schroath. Upon graduating from BYU-I, Tarin and her husband lived in Atlanta (Georgia), Rogers (Arkansas), Springville (Utah), and Melissa (Texas). She was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she served in many capacities including Primary, Activity Days, and Relief Society. It was along this journey that Tarin made friends at every turn, staying connected with them throughout several moves and life-changes.

Tarin enjoyed spending time with her family and especially her children. She loved keeping them busy with new activities, fun community experiences, and social activities with friends. She was a competitor at heart and showed that through her love of games and friendly competitions with her husband.

She is survived by her husband Devin and two children, Owen and Kennedy, her parents Susan and Gary, and her brothers: Tyler and Rachel (Garrett), Tanner and Bethany (Johnson), Trever, and three nieces and one nephew, along with many other aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Paul and Linda Sidlow (Swope) and Hal Bond and Marilyn Jarrett (Black).

Our family is grateful to the doctors, nurses, and teams at MD Anderson Cancer Center, Texas Oncology, and VNA Hospice for their attentive and loving care. Additionally, we are grateful to the countless extended family members, friends, neighbors, church members, and community for their physical and emotional support during Tarin’s battle with cancer, leaving a lasting impression on our family.

Viewing for family and close friends will be held Sunday, November 12, 2023, from 8 - 9:30 a.m. in McCall Funeral Home (Heikkila Funeral Chapel), 155 S. Samson Trl., McCall, Idaho.  A Graveside service will follow beginning at 10 a.m. in the McCall Cemetery, 301 North Mission Street, McCall, Idaho.

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Alice Joyce Millington - April 30, 1953 - October 26, 2023

Departed: 10/26/2023 (McCall)

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Let us tell you about our beautiful “sweet” Alice. The dates of her birth (4/30/53) and her death (10/26/23) do not define her, but the incredible life she lived in-between! If ever there was a person that enjoyed each moment to its potential, poured her soul into her family and friends, it was Alice.

She was raised on Army bases by her Grandparents with her sister Vera. One set of Grandparents, the Trimble’s, happened to have a cabin next to the Millington family at Medicine Lake California. One summer, Alice watched John rescue a poor frog from the bottom of an outhouse hole (freshly dug) and from then on, he was the love of her life! They spent the rest of their lives together, over 47 years happily married.

Alice and John raised their children Jennifer (Thom) Sowers and Richard (Kiley) Millington in Mt. Shasta, CA. Alice finished her college career at Chico State with a teaching credential, an impressive art portfolio and a passion to change lives. Following a dream, Alice and John finally moved to Idaho in ‘95 after spending summers on their property in McCall since the early 70’s. Alice taught various places but eventually chose to teach in the Women’s Prison in Idaho where she helped women with life skills and GEDs. She was extremely talented and brave and could always find the good in everyone. Alice was known for her kindness and hard work. You could find her patiently teaching or coaching, mucking her horse stalls, creating art projects with her kids and grandkids, or cheering them on at events! She was beyond ambitious and passed these wonderful qualities on to her kids and her grandkids. Alice was the first to volunteer and you better believe you were getting the best!

There was never a mountain to tall (she climbed Mt. Shasta’s 14K + peak several times) that she would not climb or an animal to wild she would not save (so many squirrels!). Alice’s magnetic energy carried her family on many adventures in life. A close second to her family and friends were her beloved horses. She was an active member of Backcountry Horseman of Idaho and organized and led many rides into the beautiful Idaho wilderness! Her motivation had no bounds and at 69 yrs. old she got re-certified to fell trees! She loved to work hard and enjoy the fruits of her labor. She’d spend hours in her garden or creating a publication to ensure it was perfect. Some often wondered if she herself was not perfect, inside, and out.

Alice loved fiercely and lived out-loud! She was talented and adventurous and gave her husband and kids her everything. She will be missed by so many, but we will hold her smile and warmth in our hearts and remember her Disney princess voice that wooed us to sleep or was the background to many afternoons and evenings in our family home.

Please join our family at the Sowers home at 269 Buckcamp Rd. in McCall on November 10th from 3 to 7 pm to celebrate her life! Drop in or stay awhile as we remember Alice and the joy she spread during her 70 years. She asked in the end that we have a big “Hallelujah” and to let her friends and family know how much she loved them. We will also have a Celebration for Alice in Quincy California the weekend of July 12-13th 2024, please contact family for details. If desired, online condolences may be left at www.mccallfunerals.com

Arrangements in care of McCall Funeral Home.

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Howard Boyd Wright - May 06, 1969 - October 24, 2023

Departed: 10/24/2023 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Howard Boyd Wright was born on May 6, 1969 to Boyd and Bonnie Wright in Provo, Utah. He was welcomed to the family by his older brother Paul and later they were blessed with sisters Tami and Jennifer. In later years, his step-mother Barbara and younger brother Bradley joined the family. Howard was a precocious child, full of mischief. His hobbies included fishing, camping, playing baseball, burning down fields and rabbit hunting. He was an Eagle Scout and played trumpet in the jazz and marching bands. He graduated from Mountain View High School in 1987. He later served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Houston, Texas Spanish speaking mission from 1988-1990. He loved the native speakers and used the Spanish language whenever he had the opportunity.

He attended Brigham Young University for one year and transferred to Utah State after his mission. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry and a minor in Spanish. He graduated Cum Laude in December 1993. He enjoyed many activities in the Logan canyon such as rappelling, fishing, riding his motorcycle, skiing and hiking. He learned that dancing was a great way to meet girls and learned Western Swing and ballroom dancing. This is what brought him and his wife, Kristina, together. They loved every chance they had to kick up their heels and cut a rug on the dance floor.

Howard and Kristina were married September 18, 1992 in the Salt Lake City, Utah Temple and began their life together in Logan, Utah. Howard and Kristina welcomed their first child Sarah Anne on June 7th, 1994. Shortly after Howard’s college graduation and Sarah’s birth, they moved to Virginia to start his first job at the Virginia Department of Forestry. They quickly made connections in a new state. While in Virginia, he was involved in scouts, many church leadership positions and taught various groups the basics of Western Swing. Their second daughter, Angela Ruth, was born in Martinsville, Virginia on March 28th, 1997. Their friends in Virginia quickly became family, and many memories were made in the thick forests of the state.

Howard and Kristina decided to move to McCall, Idaho in the Fall of 2001 to be closer to family in Utah. Howard worked as a forest manager for the Idaho Department of Lands (McCall District). Shortly after the move, their 3rd daughter, Rachel Virginia, was welcomed to the family on January 20th, 2002 in McCall, Idaho. Howard spent his early years in Idaho enjoying his time as a raft guide, teaching his daughters how to ski, and immersing himself in the forests and mountain lakes the town had to offer. Like their time in Virginia, the friends made in McCall became family to the Wrights. Many summer weekends were spent around the fire pit with close friends, picnics by Payette Lake, playing disc golf and fishing the many local mountain lakes.

Howard enjoyed spending his time on various projects to occupy him around the house and with the cars. He kept everything in tip-top shape. Every Friday morning, he cleaned the house for his wife. Most of all, he enjoyed being with his family. He loved making his daughters laugh, and playing with his three grandchildren. He had a unique sense of humor which was only revealed to those closest to him.

Howard passed away unexpectedly and peacefully in his sleep on October 24, 2023. He is survived by his wife Kristina Malmstrom Wright, daughters Sarah Anne Wright Call (Zane), Angela Ruth Wright Allen (Clint) and Rachel Virginia Wright, his mother Bonnie Beardall Wright, stepmother Barbara Wright, siblings Paul Wright (Sarah), Tami Dulle, Jennifer Westwood (Shaun), Bradley Wright (Lexi), many nieces and nephews and his dearly loved grandchildren: Lily Fern Call, Easton Wright Allen, and Blake Bendt Allen. His daughters and grandchildren were truly the pride and success of his life.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to the family, friends and amazing McCall community for the immense love and support through this difficult time. Words cannot express how much we appreciate every act of service and kindness.

Howard’s family will greet friends from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., with Funeral Services to begin at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 28, 2023 in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 400 Elo Rd., McCall, Idaho.  Burial will take place in the Bountiful City Cemetery, Bountiful, Utah. Online condolences and memories may be left at www.mccallfunerals.com

Arrangements in care of McCall Funeral Home. You may view the funeral services via Zoom the link is: https://zoom.us/j/98416056957?pwd=WGJpR3hVNTRSQzBuVnRPNWJ4bUcvUT09 Meeting ID: 984 1605 6957      Passcode: 578210

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Kenneth H Hurd - June 11, 1940 - October 22, 2023

Departed: 10/22/2023 (McCall)

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Kenneth “Kenny” Hurd was born on June 11, 1940 in Grover, Wyoming to parents Laverne and Serell Hurd. He grew up on the family’s farm, milking Holstein cows and helping his parents and two brothers harvest hay and raise sheep, cattle, and pigs. His fondest childhood memory was hauling bricks in his little red wagon when he was just 3 years old to be used for the chimney in their new house. His favorite grandmother, Sarah, helped him with the project and he always remembered her kindness and care of him. At age 11, Kenny was put in charge of caring for the farm by himself for more than a week, while his parents attended her funeral. He was always proud of the responsibility he was given at such a young age, including milking the dairy cows before heading to school each day. Though he did not attend church for much of his adult life, Kenny held fast to his family’s generations-long faith in Mormonism.

Kenny graduated from Afton High School in 1958, and the following year he married Judy Kae Whitney of San Diego, who had relatives living in Star Valley, Wyoming. They started a family soon after and together raised three children – Tim, Holly, and Scott. During their 14 years of marriage, Kenny and Judy resided first in California, where Ken worked at San Diego Gas and Electric. Later, they lived in Grover and Burley, Idaho, before settling in McCall, Idaho. When Judy’s younger half siblings Kris and Doug Ford lost their mother to cancer, Kenny again proved his responsible nature by taking them in and helping to support and raise them along with his own children.

Kenny was a character with a good sense of humor who was well-known and well-liked in town. A visit to the post office or grocery store was never short, as he loved to chat with everyone he saw along the way, sharing a joke or funny story told with his trademark dry wit. He worked on the road crew for the Forest Service in the summer and at Brundage Mountain during the winter, often taking his kids to ski for the day. Kenny was later employed at H&W Hardware and he also served as a reserve policeman. He enjoyed playing catch, sledding, playing cards, soft serve ice cream at the Red Steer, and a western film at the theater in Cascade with his family.

In 1978, Kenny married Nancy “Jo” Jenkins with whom he shared 45 happy years together. They enjoyed making painted wooden decorations and homemade brandy, canning fruit, and creating other delectables to share with their family and friends. Later in life while living on “mini farms” in Lucille and Pollock, he and Jo raised miniature cows and goats. He liked having a large lawn to mow, which made him feel the peaceful expanse of the farm life he loved.

Kenny lived his life the way he chose, surrounded by the things he loved—a tractor, a dog here and there, grass, cows, sheds, tools, a firepit, pear and apricot trees, and a fishing pole. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents Serell and Laverne; brother Devon; stepson Mike Jenkins; and two grandsons. He will be missed by his wife Jo; children Tim (Alan Herring) Hurd, Holly Hurd, and Scott (Rebecca) Hurd; brother Dale; step-children Terri (Bruce) McLean, Chris (Nedra) Jenkins, and Mark Jenkins; his 6 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren.

The family would like to thank the staff at McCall Rehabilitation and Care Center for their kind and compassionate care of Kenny. He passed away peacefully on October 22, 2023. At Kenny’s request, there will be no service. The family will have a graveside gathering in Grover in the spring of 2024.

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Marilyn Schneider - March 20, 1951 - October 04, 2023

Departed: 10/04/2023 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Marilyn Fincher Schneider, 72, of Nampa, died in her home October 4, 2023. Marilyn was born on March 20, 1951, during a blizzard in Council, Idaho.  Her dad, Vernon, insisted that she "took the world by storm and never did stop".  Her parents, Ruth and Vernon Fincher, lived in Lakefork, Idaho, and she joined an older brother, Rocky. Two years later, her sister, Penny, arrived and the little family was complete.

Childhood days were care-free and full of fun. The kids swam in the canal, fished in Mud Creek, played cops and robbers amongst the hay bales in Ted Maempa's field, and rode horses at the Scheline ranch. Marilyn loved to go fishing with her dad and spent a lot of time with him drowning worms in the Salmon River.  She attended school in Donnelly, then moved on to McCall-Donnelly High School, graduating in May of 1969. From there she moved on to Link's School of Business and received her IBM Secretarial Diploma in November of 1969. In February of 1970, she married Ken Schneider from Weiser. They celebrated their 53rd anniversary on February 20th.

Ken and Marilyn moved to Treasure Valley in 1973. Their first son, Brian, was born in 1974, and the adventure of parenting began. Mark arrived two years later, and Nathan came along in 1982. They loved parenting and enjoyed the boys and their antics. There was never a dull moment! They were very involved with their church, where Marilyn served as Church Secretary and Youth Director. After the boys graduated from high school, Marilyn found herself seeking a new career, and she started teaching at a local private school. That evolved into a different private setting where she taught 16 at-risk students, grades 7-12. The job was challenging, but she loved the kids and, together they worked until all of them graduated. She would tell you that those days were God-sent and offered fulfillment that she never would have imagined!

Grandchildren had started entering the picture, and being a Grandma was a delight. Her first grandson, Gabe, always called her "Gamma Melon", and she laughed about being a "radioactive cantaloupe." She loved spending time with Gabriel, Jonah and Kindred, and spent endless hours working on scrapbooks commemorating their growing up years. To date, there are 19 three-ring binders full of pictures and mementos of the grandkids.

Marilyn is survived by her husband of 53 years, Ken; three sons: Brian (Christy); Mark (Kristen); and Nate (Heather), three grandchildren: Gabriel, Jonah and Kindred, and her sister Penny Taylor of Yacolt, WA. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ruth and Vernon Fincher, a sister Judith, and her brother, Rocky. The most important message she can leave with you today is that her entire life was changed by the presence of Jesus Christ. He has been her friend, her confidante, her advisor, and her Savior for over 40 years. The walk with Him was never dull and always and adventure. He made the difference; the grave has no victory and death has no sting! Heaven is my reward - rejoice with me!!

A Memorial Service to celebrate Marilyn's life will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 3, 2023 in the Valley Shepherd Church of the Nazarene, 150 W. Maestra St., Meridian, ID 83642.

Graveside inurnment services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, November 4, 2023, in the Finnish Church Cemetery, McCall, Idaho.  Rev. Clifford Scheline will officiate.

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Myron Daniel Gabbert, Jr. - February 13, 1943 - September 11, 2023

Departed: 09/11/2023 (McCall)

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Our loving husband and dad Myron Dan Gabbert departed after eighty years on this earth on Monday, Sept. 11, 2023. He died of heart failure at his home in New Meadows, Idaho.

Myron was born on Feb. 13, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois to Myron Gabbert, Sr. and Johanna Hess as the younger of two children. He attended Fenwick High school, Bradley University in Peoria, and completed his law degree at University of Illinois in 1967. He was admitted to the Illinois bar that year.

He met the love of his life, Elfriede Pramberger in New York at the age of 18 on a blind date. After three dates, they were engaged long distance and Dan wore out several cars driving between Illinois and New York. They were married in the Bronx on June 27, 1964 and moved to Champaign Urbana to finish their educations. They were blessed to celebrate their 59th wedding anniversary this past June.

Dan and Friede moved to Boise, Idaho in 1967 for his clerkship with the Idaho Supreme Court and afterwards he established himself as a formidable attorney, specializing in general, corporate, and business law. He was admitted to the Idaho Bar in 1968 and to practice before the United States Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in 1972. He became a member of the Boise Estate Planning Council in 1972 and served as its president from 1980-1981. He became a partner at Moffat, Thomas, Barratt and Blanton law office and eventually moved on to private practice. In 1993, he and Friede moved to McCall where he opened a law office looking out on beautiful Payette Lake. He also served as Adams County Prosecutor for 13 years. Always interested in politics, Dan campaigned twice for Idaho Attorney General. He was an active member and former President of the Boise Kiwanis and received the Kiwanian of the Year award in both 1990-1991 and 1991-1992. His other awards include the Denise O’Donnell-Day Pro Bono award from the Idaho State Bar, along with recognition from the Idaho State Bar for his fifty years of service in the legal field. Among Dan’s numerous civic contributions were helping to form both the Boise Greenbelt and the Weiser River Trail systems.

Dan is remembered for a great many things, among them his love for Idaho. He loved maps and geography, and he was fascinated by the state’s topography and history. He took car trips to every remote corner and was notorious for stopping at roadside historical markers and reading them aloud to the groans of his family. He loved to travel, ski, golf, and hunt ducks, but always noted that the ducks felt pretty safe around him. A child of the 50s, he also loved fast cars and college football. He became an avid BSU fan, to his Vandal son’s chagrin. His stories are legendary. He had a prodigious memory for details of his childhood, of places and restaurants he’d visited, and how to get there years after the fact. He loved dogs and is remembered for his quirky sense of humor and his ability to laugh. When something struck his funnybone, he could erupt in uproarious, infectious laughter that filled the room. Finally, he is remembered for his fine generosity. He supported everyone he knew, and often made anonymous donations to charities or persons in need.

In the 2000s Dan and Friede became part of the family of Mountain Life Church where they found a spiritual home, loving support, life-long friends, and a relationship with the Lord. It was here that Dan was inspired with the idea of providing firewood for the winter to families who couldn’t get wood themselves and “Woodstock” was born. It has since become an annual community humanitarian event in McCall.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister Tina Blechschmidt. He is survived by his beloved wife Elfriede Gabbert, and his children and their spouses: Lisa Gabbert and Bill Walsh, Laura Gabbert and Dean Stor, and Chris and Windy Gabbert. His grandchildren are Quinn and Bridget Walsh, and Christopher, Ava, and Harrison Gabbert. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and his dog Bandit. The family is extremely grateful for the care he received at St. Luke’s hospital of Boise in June and to the anonymous bystander who initially administered CPR. A special thanks to the countless people who supported the family these last months with encouragement, love, meals, and thousands of prayers.

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Karen Louise Browning - October 03, 1952 - September 07, 2023

Departed: 09/07/2023 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Karen Louise Browning (Fuqua) born October 3rd, 1952 passed away in her home along the healing waters of Rapid River in Riggins Idaho on September 7th, 2023 at 11:11 PM. Karen was surrounded by the loving energy of all her children as she made her final journey home to be with our Lord and Savior. Karen was the youngest of nine children born to Wilma and Walter Fuqua in Homedale, Idaho. Karen is proceeded in death by her parents Wilma and Walter, her sisters Carolyn, Marilyn, Agnes and her granddaughter Adessa. She is survived by her loving siblings Gene, Elsie, Jim, Shar, Linda, her 5 children, 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Those who had the privilege of knowing Karen knew that she was completely devoted to her family and friends. Karen was especially grateful for the unwavering love and friendship received from her besties Jody and Cuca over the years. Karen went by many names Daughter, Sister, Aunt, Friend, Mom, Grandmama but her favorite was GG. Karen was a proud mother of 5 children Charles, Teresa, Michael, Michelle, Wendy whom she loved fiercely and spent her life selflessly providing for. A Grandmama to her 12 grandchildren Haillee, Christopher, LeAndra, Tosha, Mariah, Adam, Melissa, Alexas, Kelsey, Maliki, Treyson, Lola and GG to her 14 great grandchildren Danyelle, Justice, Adessa, Jack, Ian, Owen, Austin, Rex Jr., Dorothy, The Senator (Weston), Hayden, Damian, Mila and Diego. A celebration of life is planned at the Parma Senior Center, 410 N Eighth St. in Parma, ID on October 7th, 2023 at 11:11 AM - 3 PM.

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Kenneth "Ken" Wayne Adair - December 16, 1952 - September 06, 2023

Departed: 09/06/2023 (McCall)

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Kenneth Wayne Adair "Ken" went to meet the Lord Wednesday, September 6, 2023, while in his home in Nampa, Idaho surrounded by his family. Ken was born December 16,1952 in Cottonwood, Idaho.

Ken attended all 12 grades in McCall/Donnelly School District, graduating in 1971. He was a year round athlete excelling in Football and Basketball. Upon graduation Ken went to work at the McCall sawmill until it closed in 1977 he then went to work loading logs for Ikola Logging, which he said was his favorite job.  Ken worked at several sawmills, including John Day Lumber, Boise Cascade, transferring to Alabama and eventually moving back to the Northwest. He retired from Hampton Lumber Company in Tillamook, Oregon in 2014. Ken had so much passion for his job in the lumber mills. He always took pride in everything he put his mind to.

Ken was an avid outdoorsman and sportsman. Including camping, hunting, and fishing. Ken got the most joy raising his kids, and watching their sports; and excelling in their lives.

Ken has a lovely family of 3 kids; Troy Adair (Angel), Jeremy Adair (Shannon), and Abbie Brown(Josh). Ken's loving & beautiful wife of over 40 years is Rita Adair. Ken grew up with his sisters Carol Adair- Kangas, Shara dee Adair-Saleen, and brothers Dave Adair, Dick Adair. He always loved his grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-laws and sister-in-law. They all held a special spot in Ken's heart.

Kenneth Wayne Adair's service will be at the McCall Nazarene Church, on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023 at 1 p.m. Burial will immediately follow in the McCall Cemetery. All are welcome to join in remembering Ken and celebrating his life.

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Thomas Lester Hall - November 20, 1952 - August 17, 2023

Departed: 08/17/2023 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Thomas Lester Hall, 70, of Cascade, Idaho, died Thursday, August 17, 2023, after a long health battle.

Per his request, there are no services planned at this time.  The family is planning a Celebration of Life in Mountain Home in the future. Arrangements are under the direction of McCall Funeral Home, McCall, Idaho.

Tom was born November 20, 1952, in Twin Falls, ID, the son of Emmit Lester and Sarah Hall.

He graduated from Mountain Home High School in 1971 and graduated from the College of Southern Idaho’s auto mechanic program in 1972.

Tom married his High School sweetheart Shelia Zupkow, on December 22, 1972.  Their union brought them two sons, Matthew and Jonathan.

Tom lived most of his life in the Mountain Home and Hammett area. He and his family lived three years in Germany during the late 1980s. Tom worked as a mechanic, following in his father’s footsteps and owned his own business. Later he became a skilled tow truck driver eventually owning H & H Towing, helping many stranded travelers. If you ever called Tom for help, he never turned you down, no matter the task or time of day or how busy he was. He was a member of Elmore County Search and Rescue and enjoyed snow mobiling and the Idaho outdoors.

Tom is survived by: his sons Matthew Hall and Jonathan Hall, both of Cascade; his sisters Sharon (Chuck) Mora, Oregon City, Oregon, Dorthy “Dottie” (Bill) Hawkes, Boise, ID, Roxanne Sagatis, Waldport, Oregon, Rose (Edward) Plympton, Meridian, Idaho and partner Carolyn Varva, that helped care for him until the very end; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by both parents, his wife Shelia, sister Willie (Wilma) DeBoard, and daughter-in-law, Amanda Hall. If desired, online condolences may be left at www.mccallfunerals.com

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Beth Louise Bengoechea - May 13, 1929 - August 06, 2023

Departed: 08/06/2023 (McCall)

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Lane Richard Jenkins - April 07, 1930 - July 20, 2023

Departed: 07/20/2023 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Lane Richard Jenkins, was born 7 April 1930 at Rawlings, WY, to Myrtle Alice Morehouse and Lawrence James Jenkins, arriving 15 minutes after his twin brother, Roger Lee Jenkins. On 20 July 2023, at his home in Donnelly, ID, surrounded by loving family, Richard stubbornly passed from his earthly life into Paradise, at age 93.

Born Lane Richard, Richard spent his life answering to his middle name. Up until the age of 10 Richard lived in Rawlins and Baggs, WY. Later his family moved to New Acres, ID. He attended elementary, junior and senior high school in Fruitland, ID graduating in 1949. Richard was active in 4-H, FFA and church as a youth. Richard devoted his life to industrious labor and service. His youth was spent helping his stepfather, Francis Curtis Fry, homesteading and literally claiming the land from sagebrush and turning it into the family farm in New Acres. As a young married man in Idaho Richard’s first employments were as dairy herdsman, farmer and furniture deliveryman. Later he moved to Sacramento, CA where he was a Borden Milkman for 3.5 years, earning Salesman of the Year his second year. Upon his return to Fruitland, ID, Richard went to work for the Fruitland School District where he was employed as a maintenance and custodial worker and bus driver for 27 years. During that time, Richard became the Head Custodian and Maintenance Supervisor for the entire school district, earning the beloved name of “Mr. Jenkins.” No request a teacher made was too small or too large for him to accomplish. Teachers, students and parents alike loved Mr. Jenkins who trained several generations of student custodial workers. Upon his retirement a scholarship was created to honor a student custodian worker who was trained by Mr. Jenkins.

Richard married Ruthele Sissel on 25 June 1949 and then were sealed on 9 February 1956 in the Salt Lake Utah temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Over the years their family grew to include six sons and one daughter: Wesley, Denny, James, Randal, Sidney, Aaron and Dona Maria. They divorced in early 1983.

On 13 August 1983, Richard married Georgia Lorraine Lyons Wright for time and eternity in the Idaho Falls Idaho temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Lorraine brought three children Mona, Daniel, and Fawn Wright into the family.

Richard enjoyed serving his family, his community, his church and at work - always going the extra mile.

He was an accomplished self-taught handyman who became adept at electrical, plumbing, woodworking and was willing to take on any other project with which someone needed help. One of his huge projects was finishing the interior of the family cabin at Donnelly, ID. He always participated in the McCall Community Woodstock projects and spent countless hours crafting wooden gifts for his family and friends.

As an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints he fulfilled callings as Scout Master twice, teacher, ward clerk, executive secretary, stake clerk and Bishop’s counselor. After retirement in 1994, Richard and Lorraine served five full-time church missions totaling 7.5 years of service - including: Illinois, Nauvoo; Australia, Melbourne; Alabama, Birmingham State Archive; North Carolina, Charlotte and Illinois, Nauvoo Temple. In 1997 they had the opportunity to serve as Camp Jacks for the Pioneer Sesquicentennial Wagon Train where Richard was dubbed, The Bell Ringer and Lorraine, The Potty Lady. The train traveled over 1,000 miles in 93 days.

Richard’s warm smile and cheery personality will be missed by his family and friends, among whom he was known for his kindness, quick wit, humor, memory for names, accommodating disposition, gratitude and words of support.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents Alice, Lawrence and Curtis, previous wife Ruthele, his son Denny, daughter-in-law Loraine Jenkins, son-in-law Rick Abbot, his siblings Roger (Shirley) and Larry Jenkins and Mary Jo (George) Grossman, brother-in-laws Clair Beus and Gene Haggerty, and sister-in-law Sherrie Fry. He is survived by his wife Lorraine, children Wes (Alyson), Jim (Elaine), Randy (Paula), Sid, Dona, Aaron (Omar), Mona (Mark) Gregersen, Daniel (Denise) Wright and Fawn (Steve) Peterson, siblings Corynne Beus, Gerry Haggerty, Tammy Bradley, Frank Fry, Jesse (Maryanne) Fry and Lela (John) Hess and 49 grandchildren, 101 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

Viewing will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday, 28 July 2023 in McCall Funeral Home - Heikkila Chapel, McCall, ID.

Graveside Interment will be 9 a.m., Saturday, 29 July 2023 in Holmes Cemetery, Donnelly, ID.

Family will greet visitors from 10 – 10:45 a.m. followed by a Family Prayer at 10:45 a.m. and Memorial Services at 11:00 a.m. in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 400 Elo Rd., McCall, ID.

Lorraine has requested that any memorials come in the form of donations in Richard’s name to the Donnelly Public Library in lieu of live flowers.

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Birch Collins Tuft - April 22, 1982 - July 17, 2023

Departed: 07/17/2023 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Birch Collins Tuft was born the eighth child of Frank M. and Kathleen (Kitty) Collins Tuft on April 22nd, 1982. His parents brought him home to his seven older siblings in Sandy, Utah. Birch loved his large family and their closeness.

Birch was diagnosed with learning disabilities from a young age but persevered and learned how to read, do math and write. Birch was later diagnosed with Autism which makes his accomplishments that much more amazing to his family and friends. During his high school years, he was a great wrestler, often taking down his older brothers. Birch also participated in track and field doing shot put. During his leisure time Birch became a great snowboarder. He was a great lover of music and loved to sing and dance. He could really get his move on! He was always walking around with his headphones on, dancing as he went. He was always so quick to laugh at everything. His love of reading stayed with him throughout his life. Birch also developed a love of the arts and eventually became a professional artist. He was especially known for his works depicting flowers. As an adult Birch decided that he wanted to earn his GED and take some classes at the local community college in Boise, Idaho where he then lived. He worked diligently at this goal and earned his GED. He also took classes at the community college. Birch was also a Special Olympian competing in skiing and swimming.

Birch passed away suddenly on July 17th, 2023. He will be buried in McCall, Idaho.

Birch is survived by his parents Frank M. Tuft and Kathleen (Kitty) Collins Tuft, His brothers and sisters, Heidi (Mike) Moore, Heather (Grant) Humpherys, Holly (Dave) Carlson, Erik (Jona) Tuft, Emily (Tyson) Baker, Hans (Leslie) Tuft, Sarah (David) Adams, and Tyler (Stefan Walger) Tuft and many nieces and nephews.

Viewing will be held from 12 Noon to 1:15 p.m., with Funeral Services to begin at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, July 22, 2023 in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 400 Elo Rd., McCall, Idaho.  Burial and concluding services will immediately follow in the Finnish Church Cemetery, McCall, Idaho.

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Birch Collins Tuft - April 22, 1982 - July 17, 2023

Departed: 07/17/2023 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Birch Collins Tuft was born the eighth child of Frank M. and Kathleen (Kitty) Collins Tuft on April 22nd, 1982.

His parents brought him home to his seven older siblings in Sandy, Utah. Birch loved his large family and their closeness. Birch was diagnosed with learning disabilities from a young age but persevered and learned how to read, do math and write. Birch was later diagnosed with Autism which makes his accomplishments that much more amazing to his family and friends. During his high school years he was a great wrestler, often taking down his older brothers. Birch also participated in track and field doing shot put.

During his leisure time Birch became a great snowboarder. He was a great lover of music and loved to sing and dance. He could really get his move on! He was always walking around with his headphones on, dancing as he went. He was always so quick to laugh at everything.His love of reading stayed with him throughout his life. Birch also developed a love of the arts and eventually became a professional artist. He was especially known for his works depicting flowers.

As an adult Birch decided that he wanted to earn his GED and take some classes at the local community college in Boise, Idaho where he then lived. He worked diligently at this goal and earned his GED. He also took classes at the community college. Birch was also a Special Olympian competing in skiing and swimming.

Birch passed away suddenly on July 17th, 2023. He will be buried in McCall, Idaho.

Birch is survived by his parents Frank M. Tuft and Kathleen (Kitty) Collins Tuft, His brothers and sisters, Heidi (Mike) Moore, Heather (Grant) Humpherys, Holly (Dave) Carlson, Erik (Jona) Tuft, Emily (Tyson) Baker, Hans (Leslie) Tuft, Sarah (David) Adams, and Tyler (Stefan Walger) Tuft and many nieces and nephews.

Viewing will be from 12 Noon to 1:15 p.m., Saturday, July 22, 2023 in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, with Funeral Services beginning at 1:30 p.m.  Burial and concluding services will immediately follow in the Finnish Cemetery, McCall, Idaho.

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Donna Yvonne Hull - June 13, 1927 - June 21, 2023

Departed: 06/21/2023 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: Donna Yvonne Hull, 96, of Riggins, Idaho died June 21, 2023 in McCall.  Donna was born June 13, 1927 to Violet and Joseph Kosik.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, July 1, 2023 in Meadows Valley Cemetery, New Meadows, Idaho.

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Jesse Ray Orsatti - November 23, 2007 - April 20, 2023

Departed: 04/20/2023 (McCall)

Obituary Preview: It is with great sorrow that we share the passing of our beloved son Jesse Ray Orsatti on April 20, 2023 in Donnelly, Idaho.  Jesse was born on November 23, 2007 to Ray and Toni Orsatti and in his 15 short years had an incredible impact on so many.  Jesse was a kind and loving brother to his sisters Savana and Raina.

Jesse loved the outdoors year-round and was an avid skier in the winter and skilled at white water kayaking in the summer months.  He loved camping trips with his family and was always willing to take on any adventure that nature had to offer.  Jesse excelled at alpine ski racing and coached youth winter athletes for the McCall Winter Sports Club this past season.

Jesse was highly inquisitive and had a life-long love of learning.  He was a walking encyclopedia and loved sharing his knowledge of science and nature with others.  Jesse’s love for the outdoors extended to gardening and creating a flourishing bounty of vegetables for his family.  He enjoyed cooking and his favorite food was anything from the sea. He had an appreciation for all genres of music and loved reading science fiction, historical fiction, and adventure novels.

Jesse is survived by his parents, Ray and Toni, sisters Savana and Raina and an incredible community of friends and extended family.

Jesse’s family is extremely grateful and blessed by the outpouring of love and support from the community.   A Celebration of Life to honor Jesse will be held at a later time. In honor of Jesse, memorial contributions may be made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at Jesse Orsatti Memorial Fund: https://supporting.afsp.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.personalCampaign&participantID=2807770 A guest book, where personal condolences may be expressed to the Orsatti family, is available at https://www.mccallfunerals.com/ “To the world you may be one person; but to one person you may be the world.” ― Dr. Seuss

Arrangements in care of McCall Funeral Home.

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A Wide Range of Funeral Services

McCall Funeral Home, Inc. offers a comprehensive range of funeral services designed to meet the unique needs and preferences of each family they serve. From traditional funerals and memorial services to cremations and celebrations of life, their experienced staff will work closely with you to create a personalized ceremony that reflects the personality, interests, and spirit of your loved one.

Cremation Options

In addition to traditional funeral services, McCall Funeral Home, Inc. also provides a range of cremation options for families who prefer this type of disposition. Their cremation services include direct cremation, cremation with a memorial service, and cremation with a traditional funeral service. They also offer a variety of urns and containers to suit individual tastes and preferences.

Pre-Planning and Pre-Funding Options

At McCall Funeral Home, Inc., they understand that planning ahead can be a wise decision for individuals who want to ensure that their final wishes are respected and their loved ones are protected from unnecessary burden. That's why they offer pre-planning and pre-funding options, allowing individuals to make informed decisions about their funeral arrangements and financial obligations in advance.

A Commitment to Community

McCall Funeral Home, Inc. is deeply committed to the local community they serve. They believe in giving back through various charitable initiatives and sponsorships that benefit local organizations and individuals in need. By supporting local causes and events, they demonstrate their dedication to building stronger, more compassionate communities.

The Facility

The funeral home's facility is designed to provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere that fosters comfort and healing. With ample parking, spacious visitation rooms, and state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, families can trust that their loved one's ceremony will be conducted with dignity and respect. The facility is also fully accessible to accommodate families with special needs.

Contact Information

If you're seeking more information about McCall Funeral Home, Inc. or would like to schedule a consultation with one of their experienced professionals, please don't hesitate to reach out. You can contact them by phone at (phone number), by email at (email address), or by visiting their website at (website URL). Their physical address is 155 S. Samson Trail, PO Box 2369, McCall, ID 83638-2369.

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 may also include details about their life, achievements, and surviving family members.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to share the news of a loved one's passing with friends, family, and community members. They also provide a sense of closure and allow people to pay their respects to the deceased. Additionally, obituaries can be a valuable resource for genealogists and historians.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, a family member or close friend writes an obituary. In some cases, a funeral home or crematorium may assist with writing the obituary or provide a template for the family to fill out.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about their life accomplishments, military service, and charitable donations.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or online platform. Typically, it ranges from 100 to 500 words. It's essential to check with the publication or platform for their specific guidelines.

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 be a great way to personalize the tribute and help readers remember the deceased.

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

The submission process varies depending on the publication or platform. Some may accept submissions online, while others require email or phone submissions. Be sure to check their website or contact them directly for specific instructions.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies widely depending on the publication or platform. Some may charge by the word or line, while others offer package deals. Be sure to check with the publication or platform for their pricing structure.

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. However, if there's an error or inaccuracy, it's best to contact the publication or platform immediately to request corrections.

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

The timeframe for publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication or platform. Some may publish immediately, while others may have a delay of several days or weeks.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, it's becoming increasingly popular for people to write their own obituaries before they pass away. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life story is told in your own words.

What is a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, typically including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. It's often used in conjunction with a full obituary.

What is the difference between an obituary and a eulogy?

An obituary is a written notice announcing someone's death and providing biographical information. A eulogy is a speech or written tribute delivered at a funeral or memorial service to celebrate the person's life and legacy.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Yes, many people choose to include humorous anecdotes or quotes in an obituary to reflect the person's personality and spirit. However, it's essential to consider the audience and tone when doing so.

How do I handle sensitive information in an obituary?

If there's sensitive information about the deceased that you're unsure about sharing, it's best to consult with family members or close friends before including it in the obituary.

Can I include charitable donation information in an obituary?

Yes, many people choose to include information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers in an obituary. This can be a meaningful way to honor the deceased and support a worthy cause.

How do I write an obituary for someone who has no immediate family?

In this case, it may be helpful to focus on the person's friends, colleagues, or community involvement. You could also consider including information about their hobbies or interests.

Can I write an obituary for someone who has passed away suddenly or tragically?

Yes, it's essential to approach this situation with sensitivity and compassion. Consider seeking guidance from a funeral home or counselor if needed.

How do I handle conflicting opinions about what to include in an obituary?

In situations where there are differing opinions among family members or friends, it may be helpful to designate one person to take lead on writing the obituary and make decisions about what to include.

Can I republish an obituary from another source?

In most cases, it's acceptable to republish an obituary from another source as long as you have permission from the original author or publication.

How do I preserve an online obituary?

Many online platforms allow you to save or print copies of published obituaries. You can also consider creating a physical scrapbook or memory book as a keepsake.

Can I create a memorial website instead of publishing an obituary?

Yes, memorial websites are becoming increasingly popular as a way to share memories and tributes online. They can be especially useful for those who want to share more than just basic biographical information.

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

Most social media platforms have procedures in place for reporting deceased users' accounts. Be sure to follow their guidelines for handling these situations.

Can I use social media to share an obituary?

Yes, social media can be a convenient way to share an obituary with friends and family who may not have access to traditional newspapers or online platforms.