Recent Obituaries
Michael Anthony Ortiz
Dec 31, 2025
Michael Anthony Ortiz, age 75, of Boise, Idaho, formerly of Barstow, California, and Costa Mesa, California, passed away peacefully, December 31, 2025. He was born on February 1, 1950, in San Bernardino, California, to Ruth Espinoza and Joe Ortiz.
Michael spent his early years in California before later residing in Nevada and ultimately settling in Idaho. He attended Catholic high school...
Layne Joseph Welch
Dec 29, 2025
It is with the deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of Layne Welch, a remarkable young man of 23, who left this world on December 29, 2025. His incredible personality and sense of humor brought immense joy to everyone who knew him.
Born in Seattle, Washington, on December 6, 2002, Layne's journey took him through northern Idaho and Winnemucca, Nevada,...
Kay Judy Dougherty
Dec 28, 2025
Kay Judy Dougherty peacefully passed away with her daughter, Yvonne, by her side in Boise, Idaho. She went home to heaven and is now rejoicing with the angels in the presence of The Lord, and is with the love of her life, Charles “Chuck”.
She is survived by her four daughters and their spouses, Yvonne and Richard Scharf, Maureen and Joseph...
Winford Ray Thomas
Dec 27, 2025
Winford Ray Thomas was born July 30, 1935, to Ray and Lois Thomas in Calhoun, OK. Ray spent his childhood growing up in OK and the San Jose, California area. He graduated from Hartshorne High School in Oklahoma. Ray was the oldest of seven siblings. His sisters were the only ones who dared to call him Winford. Throughout his high...
Scott Ross Ellsworth
Dec 27, 2025
Scott Ross Ellsworth passed away at age 74 at Saint Alphonsus Medical Center in Boise, ID on December 27, 2025.
Scott was born in Blackfoot, Idaho on September 5, 1951 to Ross and Ruth (Stout) Ellsworth. His sister Sharon was 14 years older than Scott, and she was his friend and additional mother both.
He graduated from Blackfoot High School in 1969...
Eugene Criqui "Magoo" Migneault
Dec 26, 2025
Eugene Criqui "Magoo" Migneault, 91, passed away in Boise on Friday, December 26, 2025, in his home. He was born February 19, 1934, to Maude Tyas Migneault and Alfred Eugene Migneault in Providence, Rhode Island.
He grew up in Rehoboth Massachusetts until he was 17 and joined the Air Force on July 5, 1951.
A proud Air Force veteran, Gene was raised...
Russel Franklin Conn
Dec 25, 2025
Russell “Rusty” F. Conn died on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025, at St. Alphonsus Hospital in Boise, Idaho. He was a member of Eagle Christian Church. He loved the Lord Jesus Christ and his family.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Margaret (Michael) Conn, children; Angela of Ft. Myers, Florida, Shawn of Meridian; sister Martha of New Haven,...
Kathryn Knight
Dec 25, 2025
Kathryn Ann (Kaye) Knight was born November 27 in Douglas County, Minnesota, the only daughter of M.C. and Kari Anne Fairfield Laven. She joined two brothers, Robert, who died in WWII, and Joseph David, who died in 2012. She attended elementary and junior high school in Tacoma, Washington, but by high school, the family had moved to Spokane, where she...
Joan S. Shipps
Dec 24, 2025
Joan West Shipps (Steinsieck) passed away peacefully in the early morning of December 24, 2025, with her wife, Dian J. Pizurie, PhD, beside her and her loved ones nearby. In the month prior to her passing, she was blessed with visits from her sons and other cherished family members. Abundant love and comfort surrounded her in her final days, and...
Myrna Louise Bickett
Dec 24, 2025
Myrna Louise Bickett, 87, a resident of Boise, formerly of Gooding, passed away December 24, 2025, in Boise.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bowman Funeral Parlor of Garden City.
George Harvey Guertin
Dec 22, 2025
George Harvey Guertin 95, passed away December 22, 2025, at the Idaho State Veteran's Home in Boise Idaho.
George spent his early life in northern Idaho, hunting, fishing, being a lumberjack and providing for his mother and younger sister.
As the war came to the United States, George enlisted in the Air force and was trained as a medic. He later switched...
William David Kirkman
Dec 21, 2025
William David Kirkman, 66, a resident of Boise, passed away December 21, 2025, in Boise.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bowman Funeral Parlor of Garden City.
Thomas Ashton Barbey
Dec 20, 2025
Thomas Ashton Barbey was born on June 5, 1945, to Earl and Susan Barbey, in Burbank, California.
More than once, his mother despaired of Tom surviving his youth: a fearless daredevil, Tom was up for anything. From shooting off fireworks at close range to rooftop construction to racing go-karts with Chuck and Earl (his brothers and fellow daredevils) in underground tunnels...
Marvin Lyle Buffi
Dec 19, 2025
Marvin Lyle Buffi, born on February 20, 1947, in American Falls, Idaho, passed away on December 19, 2025, in Fruitland, Idaho. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose legacy will continue to live on through the many lives he touched.
Marvin led a life defined by his unwavering dedication and service. He dedicated twenty years to the...
Jean Esther Mosher
Dec 19, 2025
Jean Mosher, 84 of Waterloo, Wisconsin passed away December 19, 2025 at Truewood Assisted Living in Boise Idaho.
Jean was born on April 12, 1941 in Columbus WI, the daughter of Marvin “Mike”and Edna Mosher. Jean spent almost her entire life in her beloved town of Waterloo. She was a people person spending most of her work life in customer service....
Billy "Bill" Allen Caster
Dec 18, 2025
Bill Caster was born on June 1, 1943 in Twin Falls, Idaho and passed away at home on December 18, 2025 in Boise, Idaho.
Bill, known to many as Uncle Bill, was quick-witted and loved to banter with people. He often kicked out zingers and kept everyone entertained. On his softer side, he had a heart of gold. If someone needed...
James "Jim" Dalton Lyons
Dec 17, 2025
James Dalton "Jim" Lyons, aged 76, passed away on December 17, 2025, at the Boise State Veterans Home in Boise, Idaho. Born on February 26, 1949, in Mesa, Arizona, Jim was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend who left an indelible mark on the lives of those around him.
Jim joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1966. He deployed to...
Heather Lenore Conley
Dec 16, 2025
Heather Lenore Conley, 51, of Meridian, Idaho, passed away in her sleep on 16 December 2025 at the Boise VA Community Living Center Hospice Unit. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, on 21 August 1974, Heather graduated from Boise State University with a degree in Biology. Heather worked as a billing specialist in the medical insurance industry. Heather loved crafting and...
George "Georgie" E. Fitts, Jr.
Dec 16, 2025
George “Georgie” E. Fitts Jr. was a man that everyone believed would live forever. His gumption for life, his nerve, grit, passion, perseverance and sacrifices he made have shaped his family for generations.
On Dec. 16, 2025, George passed peacefully next to his daughter and his wife of nearly 50 years, leaving a world changed by his absence but wholly impacted...
Merry Ellen Trudeau
Dec 15, 2025
Merry Ellen Aschenbrenner Trudeau
Merry Ellen Aschenbrenner Trudeau, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, public servant, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family and close friends. Her 78 years were marked by her deep devotion to family, and her joy and love were felt by everyone around her.
Merry was born on January...
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