Recent Obituaries

Jan 21, 2025

Carl B. Wilson passed away peacefully a day before his 98th birthday in Eagle, Idaho. Carl was born on January 22, 1927, the fifth of seven children, to Eugene and Gertrude May Wilson in Sandersville, Georgia.  At an early age he moved to Milledgeville Georgia where he attended Georgia Military College, graduating from the accredited graduation program. In March...

Jan 19, 2025

Wayne Dodson, a long-time Yakima, WA and Eagle, ID resident, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 19 th at age 88. Wayne was a man of many talents – book smart, street smart, worldly, confident, entrepreneurial, and forever a calm, encouraging, and easygoing presence. He was a loving father, stepfather, grandpa, and friend to many.

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Jan 19, 2025

Carol Lynn Van Hise

Carol Lynn Van Hise, 72 years old, passed away peacefully, early Sunday morning, January 19, 2025.  She transitioned just as she had hoped; at home with her sister and asleep, warm in her bed.  She was preceded in death by her mother, Marian, her father, Ben, and her younger brother, Richard Van Hise....

Jan 19, 2025

Paul Kiesel, 92, of Meridian, ID, formerly of Bay Village, OH, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on January 19, 2025.

Born in Cleveland, OH, on May 28, 1932, Paul graduated from West High School and married his high school sweetheart, Dolores Reveglia. After serving in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War, Paul and Dolores settled...

Jan 18, 2025

Wilma Isabelle Packwood Perecz was born in Caldwell, Idaho, in 1933. Wilma attended grade school in Caldwell, through the third grade when the family moved to Arena Valley, near Parma, Idaho, and Wilma finished grade school in Roswell, Idaho. She went on to graduate from Parma High School where Wilma played on the girls’ softball team and was called...

Jan 18, 2025

Robert Elden Watson passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at his home in Meridian, Idaho, spending his last days attended and visited by his loving family members.  Bob was married to his high-school sweetheart, Barbara Ann Davies, in this life for 65 dedicated, wonderful years until she preceded him in death December 2, 2022.  He is survived...

Jan 17, 2025

Harold Spencer Steenburgen, 98, a resident of Boise, passed away January 17, 2025, in Boise.

A committal service with military honors will be held at 1:00 pm, on Friday, February 14, 2025, at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery, 10100 N. Horseshoe Bend Rd. in Boise.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bowman Funeral Parlor of...

Jan 17, 2025

Robert Vasquez

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Robert Vasquez, of Caldwell, Idaho, who left us on January 17, 2025, at the age of 75 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Robert enlisted in the U.S. Army at the young age of 17, where he served...

Jan 17, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Nicolas Johnson, who left us far too soon at the age of 31. An old soul with a creative spirit and a curious mind, Nic will be deeply missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

Born in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Nic was brilliant and passionate about...

Jan 15, 2025

Robert Michael Glenn

Robert (Bob) Michael Glenn was born October 13,1951 in Memphis (Shelby County) Tennessee. He passed away on January 15, 2025.

As a youth he lived in Garland and Snowville, Utah. Bob graduated from Bear River High School and then fulfilled a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in...

Jan 14, 2025

Gayle Y. Coy, 91, of Boise, passed away January 14, 2025.

Mom made sure she lived a full life. From a depression era farm girl to the hostess with the mostest. She was accomplished at any task she put her hands to.

Her early years were in Santa Monica, the Hollywood scene was a big...

Jan 12, 2025

Tommy Leo Hannigan

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father, Tommy Leo Hannigan, who passed peacefully on January 12, 2025 at the age of 80.

Tom was born on October 20, 1944, in Laverne, Oklahoma.

He is survived by his wife of over 40 years, Angelina...

Jan 12, 2025

Bill Gordon Hawkes, beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on January  12, 2025 at the age of 83.

Born on November 1, 1941, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Boise, Idaho, Bill arrived in the world just a  month before the onset of World War II. Though his early years took him across the country, Boise...

Jan 12, 2025

Patricia Mary “Paddi” Artis

69, of Boise, died Sunday, January 12, 2025. The Family will host a Celebration of Life on her behalf at the Barber Park Events Center on April 10, 2025 at 4:00 pm.

Paddi was born March 2, 1955, the fourth of eight daughters to Bud (Thomas) and Rita Conroy. She attended...

Jan 11, 2025

Angie Dunaway was born May 27, 1946 on Soijakdo island off the coast of Incheon, South Korea and grew up in a small fishing village with few modern amenities. She worked hard helping to raise her younger siblings and took pride in being one of few to graduate high school. As a stunningly beautiful and intelligent young adult, she...

Jan 11, 2025

Michael D. Rommel, 74, died on Saturday January 11, 2025.

Born in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, he was a skilled welder and metal craftsman, husband, father of four boys, and loving ‘Popi’ to nine grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held held 2:00 pm, Friday, January 31, 2025 at Dry Creek Cemetery, 9600 Hill Rd., Boise,...

Jan 10, 2025

Ella LaVon (Bowers) McDonald was born on November 20,1937, to parents Arles and LaVon Bowers in Kuna, Idaho.  Ellas had three brothers and one sister, all who have preceded her in death.  Ella as fond memories of the family home in Stibnite, Idaho where her father worked in the mine. When Stibnite mine closed, he got a job at...

Jan 8, 2025

Leonard Guy Meyer, 81, of Meridian, passed away January 8, 2025. Leonard Guy Meyer was born on September 4th, 1943 in Hillsboro, OR.

Leonard was raised in Royal City, Washington, working on his parents farm and graduating from Othello High School in 1961. Soon after graduating he joined the United States Air Force, serving his country during...

Jan 8, 2025

Barbara Mattison-Tonkin died peacefully on January 8, 2025 at the age of 96 in Eagle, Idaho.

Born on June 27, 1928 in Arizona to Glen & Ruby Smith, she was the oldest of three children. Barbara lived in many places over the course of her life, including Boise, where she happily spent her final years nearby friends...

Jan 7, 2025

Greggory Brent Johnson

Greggory Brent Johnson, 66, a resident of Emmett, passed away January 7, 2025, in Boise.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 am, on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at Bowman Funeral Parlor, 10254 W. Carlton Bay Dr. in Garden City, with burial to follow at Dry Creek Cemetery in Boise.