Recent Obituaries
William "Bill" James Dickerson
Sep 4, 2026
William "Bill" James Dickerson, 84, of Star, passed away September 4, 2026.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bowman Funeral Parlor, Garden City, Idaho. 208-853-3131
Eric Kessel
Sep 3, 2026
Eric Edward Kessel, Jr., beloved husband of Marla Kessel, died on September 3, 2026.
Eric was born in Boise, Idaho on October 29, 1938, to Eric Ernest Kessel, Sr., and Alice
Dorthea Crosley. Eric lived in Mountain Home on the same property all his life. He married Marla Waters on May 20, 1978, in Elko, Nevada and was married to her for...
Karen Graff Moore
Sep 1, 2026
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Karen Graff Moore, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend who left us peacefully on September 1st, 2026.
Karen was born in Washington, D.C., in January of 1944 and was the only child of George and Roma Graff.
Her life, though shaped by her battle with Alzheimer’s in recent years, was one...
Terry Lee Gilbert
Aug 30, 2026
Terry Lee Gilbert, 80, of Boise, Idaho, formerly of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away August 30, 2026.
A memorial service will be held, 10:30 am, Thursday, September 24, 2026 at First Congregational UCC, 2201 W. Woodlawn Ave., Boise, Idaho.
Full obituary to follow.
Allan Ray Markham
Aug 28, 2026
Obituary for Allan Ray Markham
At the young age of 23, Allan wrote a personality sketch for his beloved Ninth Ward newspaper. We felt there could be no better way to begin telling the story of his life than through his own words and reflections. The following is Allan’s original personality sketch, written so many years ago, capturing the young man...
Charles "Chuck" W. Davis
Aug 28, 2026
Charles "Chuck" W. Davis, 100, of Melba, passed away August 28, 2026.
Full obituary to follow.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bowman Funeral Parlor. 208-853-3131
Gary K Westbrook
Aug 27, 2026
Gary K Westbrook, 77, of Boise, passed away August 27, 2026.
Full obituary to follow.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bowman Funeral Parlor, Garden City, Idaho. 208-853-3131
Thomas W. Novak
Aug 27, 2026
Thomas W. Novak, 82, of Star, Idaho, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2026. He was born on May 12, 1944, and lived a life defined by devotion—to his country, to his family, and to the adventures that brought him joy.
Thomas proudly served 25 years in the United States Army, dedicating himself to duty with honor and resilience. His service...
Ryan Pagoaga
Aug 27, 2026
Ryan “Ryno” Harold Pagoaga, 18, of Meridian, Idaho, passed away unexpectedly on August 27, 2026.
Ryan was born on January 17, 2008, in Boise, Idaho. He was a highly intelligent and deeply loved son, brother, boyfriend, and friend.
Throughout his life, Ryan was known for having a big heart. He genuinely cared about the people he loved and would often check in...
Catherine Rickerl
Aug 26, 2026
Catherine (Cathy) Simar Rickerl, 77, of Boise, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, in her home with her family by her side. She was born on October 19, 1948, in Santa Barbara, California, to Elizabeth (McGuinness) and Alvin Simar, the second oldest of four girls. Because her father served in the Navy, the family moved frequently throughout her childhood.
Cathy...
Rev. Stephen B. Snider
Aug 26, 2026
Rev. Stephen B. Snider, 78, a resident of Boise, passed away August 26, 2026, in Boise.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bowman Funeral Parlor of Garden City.
Geraldine (Jerrie) Ethel Latzke
Aug 26, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jerrie Latzke
March 10, 1937 to August 26, 2026
Jerrie Latzke (Geraldine Ethel Riese) was born on March 10, 1937, in San Diego, California, and grew up in the Point Loma area as the oldest of five children. She was baptized on March 28, 1937, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Ocean Beach, San Diego.
Jerrie graduated from Point Loma...
Joyce M. Sulanke
Aug 25, 2026
Joyce M. Sulanke, 83, a resident of Boise, passed away August 25, 2026, in Boise.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bowman Funeral Parlor of Garden City.
Thomas Jay Felzien Sr.
Aug 23, 2026
Thomas (Tom) Jay Felzien, 92, from Nampa, Idaho, passed away on August 23, 2026. Tom was born in Saint Francis, Kansas on April 2, 1934 to Edward Henry Felzien and Eva Marie (Burr) Felzien. He was the fifth of six children. He served in the Navy for four years.
He met Marie Ann Ackerman on a blind date and they were...
Richard C. Van Fossen
Aug 23, 2026
“If it ain’t broke, it ain’t ours” Dad would comment all to frequently. He didn’t have many “Dadisms,” but that was an all time favorite. I didn’t realize we owned so much junk!! (We didn’t, he just like saying it).
Richard C. “Dick” Van Fossen arrived in the world on November 29, 1937, in Carroll, Nebraska. Shortly thereafter, the family migrated...
Matthew Gregory Kensler
Aug 21, 2026
Matthew Gregory Kensler, 28, passed away on August 21, 2026, in Meridian Idaho, leaving behind a family and friends who loved him deeply.
Born on May 8, 1998, in Woodland, California, Matthew was the youngest son of Tammi and Greg Kensler. He was a beloved father, son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend whose presence brought laughter, adventure, and unforgettable memories...
David Hoy Morgan
Aug 20, 2026
David Hoy Morgan, 52, passed away Thursday, August 20th, in Boise, Idaho.
Born and raised in Oregon, David attended Southern Oregon University in Ashland where he played college football and graduated with a BS in Chemistry.
He moved to Boise, Idaho to work for Micron. In Boise, he met the love of his life, his wife Maria. As an Eagle Scout, David...
Diana Lynn Champion
Aug 20, 2026
Diana Lynn Champion, born Parker, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2026, in Meridian, Idaho, surrounded by those who loved her. She was 79 years old.
Diana was born February 4, 1947, in Emmett, Idaho, to Harry and Dorothy Parker. Her life took her to many places throughout the Pacific Northwest, following her career with the United States Forest Service. She...
Georgianna Parker
Aug 20, 2026
Georgianna (Glenn) Parker
February 23, 1938 – August 20, 2026
Georgianna Parker, a devoted wife, mother, and homemaker whose warmth and generosity touched everyone who knew her, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2026, at Edgewood Plantation Place in Boise, Idaho. She was 88.
Born on February 23, 1938, in Council, Idaho, Georgianna was the daughter of Isaac and Lillian Glenn. She was...
Charles "Chuck" I. Smith
Aug 18, 2026
Charles "Chuck" I. Smith, 92, of Boise, passed away August 18, 2026.
Services are pending and will be announced publicly.
Full obituary to follow.
Arrangements are under the directions of Bowman Funeral Parlor, Garden City. 208-853-3131
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