Obituaries

Local Obituaries for North Idaho and Western Montana

Lisa Marie Robinson

Lisa Marie Robinson

May 15, 2024

Lisa Marie Robinson, 64, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in Sandpoint.  She was born in Kansas City, MO on March 22, 1960 the daughter of Paul and Mary Garber.  She was married to Tim Robinson and moved to this area in 2003.  Family services are pending.

Jo Rene Straley

Jo Rene Straley

May 10, 2024

Jo Rene Straley, 70, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024 in Sandpoint, Idaho.Private family services will be held at a later date.  A complete obituary will be posted later.

Freda Mary Fournier

Freda Mary Fournier

May 9, 2024

Freda Mary Fournier, our beloved mother, passed away on May 9, 2024, in Sandpoint, Idaho, at the age of 99 years and 100 days young.  We were blessed to have her in our lives for so many years, and to honor her wishes, the family gathered for a graveside service at Pinecrest Memorial Park where she was interred next to...

Richard "Dick" Oakley Williams

Richard "Dick" Oakley Williams

May 6, 2024

Richard Oakley “Dick” Williams passed away at home on May 6, 2024, from pancreatic cancer at the age of 86. He was born on June 1, 1937, in Moscow, Idaho, to Charles P. Williams and Beulah S. (Weber) Williams. He arrived four days before his sister Arlene’s birthday. Brother Gordon arrived less than two years later. Richard was affectionately nicknamed...

Richard O. Willams

Richard O. Willams

May 6, 2024

Richard Oakley Williams, 86, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024 at his home in Kootenai, Idaho.A complete obituary announcing services will be posted later.  Richard was born on June 1, 1937 in Moscow, Idaho the son of Charles and Beulah Williams.  

Edward J. Galbicka

Edward J. Galbicka

May 6, 2024

Edward "Ed" J. Galbicka, 73, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho on Monday, May 6, 2024.  Ed was born, in San Diego, California, on July 1,1950, the son of Andrew and Mary Galbicka.  He retired, as a fire dispatch supervisor, in San Diego. He moved to Priest River, Idaho  in 2016, with his wife, Stephanie.Family services will be held later in the San...

Nancy C. Blackmore

Nancy C. Blackmore

May 4, 2024

Nancy Christine Blackmore, 77, passed away, in Spirit Lake, Idaho on Saturday,May 4, 2024.   She was born on April 24,1947 in Spokane,Washington, the daughter of Erwin and Jonie Park.  She had lived in Dover, Idaho and was the bookkeeper for a family logging operation.  Survivors include her husband Don Blackmore of Dover.  Family services are pending.  

William Howard Seay Sr.

William Howard Seay Sr.

May 2, 2024

William Howard Seay Sr., 88, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024 in Sandpoint, Idaho.Willy was born in Burlington, Washington in 1935 to Howard and Mae Seay, He was the Oldest son of a Family of 5 children Patricia, Elouise, Jack and Ronald. Willy graduated from Bothell High school in 1953 and joined the United States Navy. During his service...

Clayton Albert Kreiger

Clayton Albert Kreiger

May 2, 2024

After a long and courageous battle with lymphoma, Clayton Albert Kreiger passed peacefully at home on May 2nd, 2024. Born in Cave Junction, OR on December 23rd, 1944, Clayton was the only child of the union of Clayton Ray Kreiger and his wife Vivian Garrison. He lost both of his parents at a young age, and spent his adolescent years...

Alberta Marie Hall

Alberta Marie Hall

Apr 30, 2024

Alberta Marie Hall, went to her heavenly home on April 30, 2024 at the age of 95.

She was born on February 25, 1929, in Moline, IL. Alberta grew up during the depression and was the youngest of ten children. She completed High School in Sacramento, CA during WW II, and then returned to Moline, IL. After moving to Minneapolis, she...

Dorothy M Brodish

Dorothy M Brodish

Apr 26, 2024

Dorothy M. BrodishOn April 26, 2024, Dorothy M. Brodish went home to be with the Lord. She was in Idaho with her youngest daughter by her side, holding her hand as she tightened her grip, seemingly to say goodbye. Her other two living children were on the phone, where they were able to pray as she peacefully passed.Dorothy lived a...

Joseph Emanual Oswald

Joseph Emanual Oswald

Apr 22, 2024

Joseph Emanual Oswald, 79, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024 at his home in Sandpoint, Idaho.A complete obituary will be posted later.

Gerald Wallace Ward

Gerald Wallace Ward

Apr 21, 2024

Gerald Wallace Ward, 84, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024 in Kootenai, Idaho.A complete obituary will be posted later.

Della Savannah Nordgaarden

Della Savannah Nordgaarden

Apr 13, 2024

Della Nordgaarden, 97, passed away on April 13, 2024, at her home in Priest River, Idaho. She will be laid to rest on April 27th at 11:00 a.m. at Pinecrest Cemetery in Sandpoint. She was born on February 9, 1927, in Ophiem, Montana to Benjamin and Nina Hull. She moved to and lived in Sandpoint for the majority of her...

Stephen Gregg Buhl

Stephen Gregg Buhl

Apr 12, 2024

Stephen Gregg Buhl, 61, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024 at his home in Laclede, Idaho.  He was born on June 20, 1962 in Seattle, Washington.Survived by his wife Anita Buhl. His daughter Rachelle Buhl (Grandson Jacob Buhl), Son Timothy Buhl (Regan Johnson) & twin granddaughters Charlotte and Juniper Buhl. Forever in our hearts. Will be greatly missed and...

Fay Emory Howrey Jr.

Fay Emory Howrey Jr.

Apr 12, 2024

Fay Emory Howrey Jr., 84, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024 at his home in Sandpoint, Idaho.Fay was born on March 25, 1940 in Denver, Colorado the son of Fay and Anna Howrey.  He was the youngest of six children.  He enlisted in the US Navy in 1958.  While stationed on Treasure Island in San Francisco he would meet...

Michael Jay Williams

Michael Jay Williams

Apr 9, 2024

Michael Jay Williams, 71, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024 in Coeur D' Alene, Idaho.  He was born December 23, 1952 to Ralph and Florence Williams in Fairbanks, Yukon Territories.  Michael graduated from Sandpoint High School in 1971.  He married Marceen Hawkins September 8, 1973 in Sandpoint, Idaho.  Michael worked as a fuel delivery driver and manager at the Northwest...

Gary Franklin Britton

Gary Franklin Britton

Apr 3, 2024

Gary Franklin Britton passed away on April 3, 2024 and now rests in the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Gary was a blessed saint and follower of Jesus. He was a member and active in the music ministry at Southside Community Church where he masterfully played guitar with the choir. Gary, son of Franklin Britton and...