Obituaries

Local Obituaries for North Idaho and Western Montana

Michael Francis Wolf

Michael Francis Wolf

May 8, 2021

Michael Francis Wolf, 73, passed away at his home, in Clark Fork, on Saturday, May 8, 2021.  A complete obituary will be posted later for the retired heavy equipment operator and US Veteran. 

Sandra Kay Warlow

Sandra Kay Warlow

May 7, 2021

On Friday May 7, 2021 Sandra Kay (Moore) Warlow , a beloved mother, wife, sister and friend sadly and suddenly passed away on a flight over the ocean from her beloved big island, Hawaii to her other beloved Hope, Idaho into God’s hands.    Sandy was born on April 1st, 1949 at St. Joseph hospital in Centerville, Iowa. She attended junior...

Gary Kenneth Godlove

Gary Kenneth Godlove

May 2, 2021

Gary K. Godlaove, 84, passed away, in Sandpoint, on Sunday, May 2, 2021.  Family services will be held later.  Gary was a retired aircraft mechanic and had served with the US Air Force.

Evelyn Jenkins Keller

Evelyn Jenkins Keller

May 2, 2021

Evelyn Jenkins Keller, 94, passed away on Sunday, May 2,2021 at her home in Hope, Idaho.

 

Private family service will be held at a later date.  Evelyn worked for the commercial airlines for many years.

Evelyn Jenkins Keller

Evelyn Jenkins Keller

May 2, 2021

Evelyn Jenkins Keller, 94, passed away, in Hope, on Sunday, May 2, 2021.  

Private family services will be held later for the retired airlines secretary.

Jaron Paul Benner

Jaron Paul Benner

May 1, 2021

Jaron P. Benner, 38, passed away on Saturday, May 1, 2021 in Sagle, Idaho.  Family services will be held later.  Jarod was born in Sagle, Idaho and had attended local schools.  He worked in the construction/concrete business.

Yvonne Lee Mitchell

Yvonne Lee Mitchell

Apr 26, 2021

Yvonne Lee Mitchell, 75, passed away on Monday, April 26, 2021 in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho.

 

Private family services will be held at a later date.  Yvonne worked as a nurse for many years.

Ronald "Ron" Dean Lunde

Ronald "Ron" Dean Lunde

Apr 25, 2021

Ronald Dean Lunde, age 69 years, passed from us on Sunday, April 25, 2021 in his home in Ponderay, ID.

 

Born April 16, 1952 in Denver, Co, to Charles & Carlene Lunde, he and his twin brother Don, joined older siblings, Dale, Linda, and Ken. After Charles passed away in 1964, the family moved to Sandpoint, where they settled...

Richard Calvin Tucker

Richard Calvin Tucker

Apr 23, 2021

Richard C. (Dick) Tucker passed away from complications of Covid-19 on April 23, 2021.  He was born on February 18, 1935 in Coeur d’Alene to Alfred and Ruth Tucker of Sandpoint, Idaho. He spent time in his early childhood in a logging camp and grew up on the family farm north of Sandpoint.  He attended the nearby Center Valley one-room...

Carl Hans Christensen

Carl Hans Christensen

Apr 22, 2021

Carl H. Christensen, 83, passed away on April 22, 2021 in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.  Family services will be held later with placement in the Lakeview Cemetery.  Carl was a resident of Clark Fork, a retired press operator and a member of the Catholic Church.  

Jean Louise Weatherford

Jean Louise Weatherford

Apr 17, 2021

Jean Louise Weatherford, 69, passed away on Saturday, April 17, 2021 in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho.

 

A complete obituary will be posted later.  Jean worked for the State of Idaho for many years.

Norman Lyle Kenworthy

Norman Lyle Kenworthy

Apr 15, 2021

Norman L. Kenworthy, aged 79, peacefully passed away April 15, 2021 in the Spokane Valley.

 

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am, Saturday, April 24, 2021 in Coffelt’s Funeral Chapel with Jon Pomeroy, Sandpoint Church of God, officiating.  Interment will take place in Pinecrest Memorial Park.

 

Norman was born to Roy and Irene Kenworthy, a second son,...

Robert Randall Cope Jr.

Robert Randall Cope Jr.

Apr 15, 2021

Longtime resident of Sandpoint, Dr. Robert (Randy) Cope, died suddenly on April 15, 2021, while buying baby cabbages to plant in the garden which he had tilled that very morning.

Randy was born in a Naval Hospital in Chelsea, Massachusetts on June 18, 1943.  During the war he travelled the country with his mother, often in train cars along with...

Ray Herbert Kistler

Ray Herbert Kistler

Apr 9, 2021

Ray Herbert Kistler, 82, a longtime resident of Sandpoint, Idaho, passed away April 9, 2021, at Bonner General Hospital.  He was born September 24, 1938, in Mitchell, South Dakota, a son of Ray and Lillian Kistler.

Ray was a graduate of Mission Bay High School, in San Diego, California.  For many years, he served as an apprentice and journeyman tile...

Catherine Beale Cant

Catherine Beale Cant

Apr 8, 2021

Catherine Beale Cant (nee Yarnall) was born March 10, 1943 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, but lived in Maryland throughout childhood.  When she was 14, the family moved to Key West, Florida, where Catherine was valedictorian of Key West High School.  Catherine graduated magna cum laude from Randolph Macon Women’s College, majoring in mathematics.  Upon her graduation in 1964, she married Geoffrey...

Robert "Bob" Lee Jasper

Robert "Bob" Lee Jasper

Apr 4, 2021

Robert “Bob” Lee Jasper, 73, passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2021, at his home in Cocolalla, Idaho.  Bob was a lifetime member of the Vietnam Veterans of America having served two tours in Vietnam from 1966 to 1969.

 

Bob was an avid bird watcher and could name any bird that graced him with its presence at his many...

Pamela "Pam" Jean Cheney

Pamela "Pam" Jean Cheney

Apr 4, 2021

Pamela Jean Cheney, 55, went home to the Lord on Sunday, April 4, 2021 after a short stay at Hospice in Coeur d’Alene.

 

Pam was born on May 12, 1965, the daughter of Jack and Ruth Byrd of Corona, California.  She graduated from West Lake High School in Thousand Oaks, California.  She became a licensed cosmetologist and worked for...

Richard F. Hutter

Richard F. Hutter

Apr 3, 2021

Richard F. Hutter, 82, passed away, on Saturday, April 3, 2021 in Sandpoint.   He was born on March 1, 1939 in New York.  He moved his family to the Sandpoint area and was active in the investment community.  Richard supported Sandpoint, and Bonner County, in many ways.  He will be missed by his wife Donna, family members and a host...

Patricia Ann Cavanaugh

Patricia Ann Cavanaugh

Apr 2, 2021

The Almighty Gates of Heaven Above opened on Good Friday, April 2, 2021. Patrica received her Golden Angel Wings and soared the blue skies from Sandpoint, Idaho, to enter the Gates of Heaven to meet the Lord himself and her late husband.  God received a “Treasured Angel,” Patricia Ann Cavanaugh. She is resting in peace with God, her husband, and...

Cody Clayton Palaniuk

Cody Clayton Palaniuk

Mar 29, 2021

Cody Clayton Palaniuk, lifelong resident of Elmira, passed away on Monday, March 29th, 2021, at the age 30.

 

A viewing for family and friends will held on from 2:00 to 5:00 pm on Friday, April 16, 2021 in Coffelt’s Funeral Chapel.  Graveside services will be conducted at 10:00 am, Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Westmond Cemetery with Pastor Jon...