
Recent Obituaries
Andrea Jean Forbini
Oct 27, 2025
                                Andrea Jean Forbini, a vibrant, loving soul whose laughter could light any room, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 27, 2025, in Boise, Idaho. She was 53 years old.
Born on April 24, 1972, in Brunswick, Ohio, to Patricia and Peter Forbini, Andrea lived her life with open arms and an open heart. She had a gift for instant friendship—her warmth,...
                                
Charles Benjamin "Chuck" Hervey
Oct 26, 2025
                                Charles Benjamin “Chuck” Hervey, 89, a resident of Boise, passed away October 26, 2025, in Boise.
A committal service with military honors will be held at 2:00 pm, on Friday, November 21, 2025, at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bowman Funeral Parlor of Garden City.
                                
Andrew P. Black
Oct 26, 2025
Andrew Paul Black was born on January 14, 1978, in Rexburg, Idaho, to D. Kim and Janita Black. He was the sixth of eight children and enjoyed an active, adventure-filled childhood. Andrew loved horseback riding, camping, fishing, and hunting with his dad and brothers, and cherished time spent exploring the mountains. Raised in a musical home, he developed a deep...
Esther Boltz
Oct 23, 2025
                                Esther Louise Boltz, 94, of Boise, Idaho passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025. Born in Yakima, Washington on January 26, 1931, she was the youngest child of John and Olivia Ewald.
Esther met her husband of 66 years, Elmer Boltz, at the WELS Lutheran Church in Yakima, Washington. While Elmer served overseas during World War II, Esther completed a nursing...
                                
Patricia Anne Reiman
Oct 22, 2025
                                In Loving Memory of Patricia Anne Reiman
October 6, 1933 – October 22, 2025
Patricia Anne Reiman, 92, of Kuna, Idaho, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025. Born in Caldwell, Idaho, on October 6, 1933, Pat lived a life full of love, adventure, creativity, and service.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Alta (Earl) Coffey and Edward Marvin Murphy;...
                                
Roger F Hanson
Oct 21, 2025
                                Roger F. Hanson (November 3, 1947 - October 21, 2025)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Roger F. Hanson, who departed peacefully in his sleep on October 21, 2025, at the age of 77. He was a man characterized by his deep devotion to his family and faith,...
                                
Stephen "Steve" G. Lofing
Oct 20, 2025
                                Our Beloved Steve Lofing — The Man, The Legend, The Yard Guy
The world got a little quieter—and a lot less fun—on October 20, 2025, when our beloved Stephen “Steve” Lofing of Boise, Idaho, finally hung up his fishing pole. Born on July 2, 1969, in North Bend, Oregon, to the late Alexander and Murial (Garrard) Lofing, Steve spent his life...
                                
Benjamin Nava, Jr
Oct 19, 2025
                                Benjamin Nava Jr., age 86 of Nampa, ID passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025.
Our Dad was born on September 10, 1939, in El Paso, Texas to Benjamin and Pascula Nava, growing up with four brothers and two sisters. He attended Delano High School where he loved playing baseball for the high school team. On September 2, 1961, he married...
                                
George Travis Mead
Oct 19, 2025
                                George Travis Mead, 91, of Boise, passed away October 19, 2025. 
A public viewing will be held, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Monday, October 27, 2025 at Bowman Funeral Parlor, 10254 W. Carlton Bay Dr., Garden City, Idaho. 
Arrangements under the direction of Bowman Funeral Parlor, Garden City, Idaho. 
                                
Michael Gilbert Davis
Oct 18, 2025
Michael was born in Nampa on June 3, 1942, to Gilbert and Juanita Davis, and passed into the Heavenly presence of God on October 18, 2025. Known as “Mickey” in his undergraduate years, he spent his first six years of school in the Nampa Schools, and then moved to Caldwell, where he graduated from Caldwell High School in 1960. While...
Gordon John Swenson
Oct 18, 2025
                                Gordon John Swenson, 86, of Boise, passed away October 18, 2025. 
Full obituary to follow. 
Arrangements under the direction of Bowman Funeral Parlor, Garden City, Idaho. 
                                
Stephen John Karwatsky
Oct 17, 2025
                                Stephen “Steve” John Karwatsky passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025, in Boise, Idaho, at the age of 76. He was born on February 12, 1949, in Medford, Oregon, the son of the late Anthony “Tony” John Karwatsky and Freida Alice Reiman.
Steve grew up in Boise, Idaho, and graduated from Boise High School before proudly serving in the United States...
                                
Dorene Hutchinson
Oct 17, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend; Dorene Hutchinson, 76. Dorene was born 28 November, 1948, in Rupert, Idaho to Eldon Miller Doman and Martha Aurella Babbit. She spent most of her childhood on the Cranney ranch in Oakley, Idaho until they moved to Burley. She graduated from Burley High School in...
Kathy Louise Funk
Oct 17, 2025
                                Kathy Louise Funk passed away at home, holding her husband's hand, on October 17, 2025, in Boise, Idaho, at the age of 72. Born on February 21, 1953, in Bell, California, she was the cherished middle daughter of Robert and Eva Jean Foster.
Kathy's early years were shaped by her family's travels between California and Germany during her father's service in...
                                
Dorothy Raney
Oct 16, 2025
                                Dorothy Raney, 93, a resident of Nampa, passed away October 16, 2025, in Boise, Idaho.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bowman Funeral Parlor of Garden City.
                                
Darlene Joan Oxford
Oct 15, 2025
Darlene was born on July 27,1934 to Alpha Mae Waugh. With an unknown father and her mother unable to care for her she was taken home from the hospital at St. Mary’s in Los Angeles CA by her grandparents and later adopted by them at the age of 8. Levi Dart Northrop and Myrtle Alabama Brown raised and cared for...
Donna Louise Burch
Oct 15, 2025
                                Donna Louise Burch, née Norvell, 76, of Boise, Idaho, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, October 15, 2025. Her final moments were blessedly peaceful and were spent in the company of her family.
Donna was born October 16, 1948 at Saint Alphonsus in Boise, Idaho, the daughter of Constance “Connie” (née McDonald) and Kenneth A. Norvell.
Donna graduated from Bishop Kelly High School....
                                
Fannie U. Randall
Oct 14, 2025
                                Fannie U. Randall, 100, a resident of Boise, passed away October 14, 2025, in Boise.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bowman Funeral Parlor of Garden City.
                                



