Herbert Osenga
Jan 3, 2025
Herbert Osenga, 96, of Shoshone, Idaho, was called home by his Heavenly Father on Jan. 3, 2024, at the Lincoln County Care Center.
Herb was born on Feb. 13, 1928, to second generation immigrants from the Netherlands, Harry and Flora Osenga of Chicago, Illinois.
He lived 75 years married to the love of his life, Esther Osenga. Herb & Esther grew up...
Catherine Swanson Dawson
Dec 31, 2024
Cathie Dawson passed away in the early hours of December 31st, joining her husband of 58 years, Hanley Dawson III, to ring in the New Year. When her college friends heard of her passing, they remarked, “It is no surprise, as Hanley and Swanee were joined at the hip from the first weekend of college freshman year.” Cathie passed peacefully...
Matthew Dwayne Wildhagen
Dec 14, 2024
Matt Wildhagen, much loved father, son, brother and friend of many, passed away on December 14, 2024 of a pulmonary embolism. He was the proud owner of Git’Doggonit in Bellevue and his customers fondly remember him for his friendly service and awesome sausage sandwiches. He leaves behind his daughter, Kircheyka, the light of his life, as well as his mother,...
Pamela Kay Maughan
Dec 12, 2024
Pamela Kay Burgess Maughan, lovingly known as Pammy K, age 68, left this world peacefully at home from natural causes on December 12, 2024. Born on July 1, 1956, to Keith and Angela Burgess, Pam’s career was primarily in cosmetology and barbering, where she made a lasting impact on her customers. Following in her father’s footsteps, she graduated from Mr....
Rusty Leaman Allen Clarke
Dec 11, 2024
Rusty Leaman Allen Clarke passed away December 11, 2024 at 83 years old.
In the early 60's Rusty worked for Nasa, Apollo 11. He was a smart guy. Mid 60's Lake Tahoe dealing craps, next Vegas dealing craps, again the man in the sky watching for card counters. Finally Sun Valley in the Boiler Room, Trail Creek Cabin. Lots of you...
Ronald Gary Runge
Dec 9, 2024
Ronald Gary Runge was born in Iowa City, Iowa, on July 31, 1934. He passed away peacefully on Dec. 9, 2024.
Ron attended University of Arizona and South Dakota State University, where he received a degree in electrical engineering. In addition to earning his degree at South Dakota State University, Ron also met the love of his life, a fellow student,...
Russell Barrett Jenson
Dec 8, 2024
Russ Jenson, beloved husband, father, son, brother, friend, and “the toughest dude most of us ever knew,” left us early Sunday morning on December 8, 2024. He lived, loved and worked his entire life with a charismatic and boundless happy energy. His final way station was the home he had lovingly built and remodeled over 30+ years, filled with loving...
Mary Bernreuter Rodriguez
Dec 7, 2024
It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Mary Bernreuter Rodriguez, who left us peacefully on December 7, 2024, at the age of 89, in Twin Falls, Idaho. Born in Hawthorne, Nevada, on November 11, 1935, Mary was the youngest of five children in the Bernreuter family. She was raised and attended school in Key...
Christie Lynn Black
Dec 6, 2024
Christie Black, iconic athlete, gardener, mother, friend, and citizen of the world died peacefully Friday morning after an eight year battle with cancer. Friends and family where by her side…
Christie grew up the daughter of Vern Edmonds, a semi-pro baseball pitcher and grocery owner, and Rose Edmonds, an artist and stay at home mom who took her to softball games,...
Spencer Browning
Dec 4, 2024
Spencer Browning
June 16, 1943 – December 4, 2024
An all around Ketchum guy, Spence enjoyed numerous adventures throughout his life, some of which landed him in the hospital, but never kept him down for long. He sampled bull riding, motorcycle racing, army paratrooping, river running, heli-skiing, fast cars and strong whiskey. Loved it all.
Born at the Fort Polk Army Base...
Joseph Steven Cox
Nov 25, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph Steven Cox. He was born on October 8th 2000 in Sun Valley Idaho, died on November 25 2024. He is survived by his mother Joanne M Cox and his father William Allen Cox and brothers William Allen Cox III and Mathew Poynter and sister Chandra Cox.
Joseph loved to...
Joanne Catherine Mayhew
Nov 18, 2024
Joanne Catherine Klasen Mayhew April 25, 1957 – November 18, 2024 The Mayhew and Klasen Families this week lost their most cheerful, loving, and dedicated connector of relationships among family and friends with Joanne’s passing.
Joanne was born in Berkeley, Illinois, on April 25, 1957, to Frances and Walter Klasen. She went to St. Domitilla School in Hillside and attended Proviso...
Pamela Ann Eakin Pierce
Nov 18, 2024
After a valiant fight with cancer, Pam Eakin Pierce, 59, left us Monday, November 18 in the presence of her loving family.
Pamela Ann Eakin and her twin Debbie were born on December 23, 1964 in Jerome to Grace (Hobson) and Jim Eakin, joining four older siblings. Pam and Deb were always a package deal.
4-H activities were a constant through her...
Thomas William Glaccum
Nov 9, 2024
Cancer got the best of him and Tom left us on Nov. 9. He led a full 85 years.
The middle of three boys, he learned to ride horses as a kid. In his teens he taught riding at a posh boys camp on Lake George. He loved his college years at Villanova, where he learned to play rugby, a game...
Diane DeRocher
Oct 28, 2024
DIANE DE ROCHER
Diane DeRocher of Sun Valley died Oct. 28 in her Elkhorn home. At the time of her death Diane was 84 years old. Her surviving spouse is James Pearre. Diane and Jim had been married for over 50 years.
Diane was born in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, on October 26, 1940, the daughter of Dorothy and Theodore DeRocher.
Growing up in northern...
Dorothy Mae Malac
Oct 26, 2024
Dorothy Mae Malac, lovingly known to many as Dot, was born on May 18, 1949, in Texas. Her remarkable journey came to a peaceful close on October 26, 2024, in Idaho, at the age of 75. Dorothy's life was a tapestry woven with adventure, strength, and a deep commitment to family and faith. Raised by her parents, Joseph B. Malac...
George "Jim" Vila
Oct 24, 2024
Jim Vila passed peacefully after his long bout with cancer on Thursday, October 24th, 2024. Jim was born in Albany, California on November 11, 1949, to George and Bernice Vila. After college, Jim embarked on an adventurous road trip with his cousin Joe Vila which ultimately led him to the Wood River Valley in 1973. Jim was an avid and...
Sharon Lynn Showalter
Oct 19, 2024
Sharon Lynn Showalter, 66 of Hailey, Idaho passed away, October 19, 2024.
A Memorial service will be at 10:00 am, Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024 at the Hailey LDS Church. Urn burial will follow at the Hailey Cemetery.
Friends may leave a condolence, or photo, at www.woodriverchapel.com.
Howard Kirby Skavdahl
Oct 15, 2024
Howard Kirby Skavdahl was received into the arms of his loving Savior, Jesus Christ on October 15th, 2024. He lived a life reflecting the reality he was a child of God who consistently sought to love God and love others well.
Born in Santa Monica, California, his family moved to Lake Forest Park, Washington where his father worked as an aeronautical...
Madilyn Rose Cox
Sep 28, 2024
Madilyn Rose Cox, 20, left this physical world to be with the Lord, on September 28th, 2024. Madilyn left behind a legacy of light, love, and grace for all who knew, and loved her.
Madilyn, affectionately known as Madi, was born on May 28, 2004 in Ketchum, Idaho, to Patrick and Danette Cox. From her first breath, Madi’s bright eyes and...
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