Tomio "Tom" Matsumoto, a beloved farmer and family man, passed away on April 28, 2024, at the age of 92. Born on July 16, 1931, in Middleton, Idaho, he was the eighth child of ten born to Morio and Hayako Matsumoto. Tom’s life was marked by resilience, dedication, and a deep love for his family. As a young man, Tom embraced the farming life, tending to the land with unwavering commitment. His connection to nature shaped his character, instilling in him a sense of hard work...

Harry Takeichi Kawahara died of natural causes on Friday, April 26, 2024 at the age of 100. Harry was born to Yasutaro and Shigeyo Kawahara in Crane, Oregon on February 7, 1924. Harry had two sisters, Mary and Geneva and three brothers, Melvin, Tom and Dick. He was the second oldest in the family. His dad worked as a foreman on the railroad and travelled from small town to town across Idaho. His mother passed away when he was only 10. Unable to take care of the family on his own, his father...

Gail Lee Tuttle, died Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at his home from congestive heart failure. Gail was born May 13, 1930, in Lusk, Wyoming, to Paul M. and Julia La Vesta Tuttle. He was the youngest of four boys and his childhood was spent all over the Midwest and West, including, Hemingford and Scottsbluff, Nebraska, Lyons, Wyoming, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, as well as Parma and Apple Valley, Idaho. Most definitely not in that order. His mind was always good and he could recall so many...

William 'Bill' James Esbensen, III, born November 6, 1965, tragically passed away in a car accident on April 22, 2024. Bill was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, son, and dear friend. He is survived by his wife Diana, their sons Kyle (Jessie), Brandon (Mariel), and “adopted” son Donny Alves-Fortes (Tessa), mother-in-law Mary Alice, brothers Ralph, Michael (Lisa), and Richard, brother-in-law Rich (Tina), nieces Kortney (Kenny), Taylor (Logan), Grace (Vincent), Lauren, and Anna,...

Lois J. King peacefully passed away in her sleep on April 8, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. Preceding her in death were her parents, Mary and Roy Overmeyer; her daughter, Eloise (Tootie) Marie Raleigh; her son, Edward Michael King; a grandson, Jonathan King; and her husband, Earl Michie King. She is survived by her daughter, Rhonda Jean Allen; her brother, Chuck Overmeyer; two sisters, Dorothy Kincaid and Doris Kay Lessard; 12 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and...

Mark Allen Lykins, 61, Caldwell, died Sunday, April 7, 2024.

Jorge Alfaro, 49, Caldwell, died Saturday, April 6, 2024. Jorge Alfaro, 49 años, Caldwell, falleció el sábado 6 de abril de 2024. Nació con problemas de visión. Después de muchas cirugías nunca pudo recuperar su vista. El era legalmente ciego y nunca pudo obtener su licencia de conducir. Pero ni eso lo detuvo para poder ganar el premio de “mejor Tío Jorge” como sus sobrinos y sobrinas le decían. Tío Jorge les tenía un amor tan grande para todos. Los divirtió...

Marciel Evelyne Sevy (Goebel), passed away peacefully on April 4, 2024, at the age of 95. She was surrounded by loved ones as she transitioned from this life to the next. Marciel was born in Caldwell, Idaho, to the late John Goebel and Verna Haney. She grew up in Caldwell, a place that would remain dear to her heart throughout her life. Marciel's journey was marked by love, resilience, and a profound dedication to her family. On July 3, 1952, Marciel exchanged vows with her beloved husband,...

Elliott John Justesen, 45, Caldwell, died Tuesday, April 2, 2024. A full obituary is pending...

Samuel R. Crow 67, of Caldwell passed away on Monday, April 1, 2023.