Obituaries

Jul 18, 2017

Richard E. Phenneger, 81

Richard “Dick” E. Phenneger was born in Wichita, Kan., on May 12, 1936, and passed away in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on July 18, 2017, at the age of 81. He will be dearly missed.

Dick grew up in Lakewood, Wash., and then attended the University of Washington. There, he received a degree in...

Jul 15, 2017

Roger Dale Morris

Born in Frederick Oklahoma to his mother, Myrtle Ray Ainsworth and father John Jones. He later was raised by his mother and loving stepfather, Highland Morris. He was the youngest of five children, Richard Jones, Ben Jones, Bobby Jones, Helen Silvey, and Robert Bowman (cousin, but like a brother).

Roger adored his...

Jul 14, 2017

James Franklin Lake, 91

On Friday, July 14, 2017, James Franklin Lake, beloved father, brother, uncle and grandfather, passed away peacefully in his sleep. Jim was 91 years old.

Jim was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Kathryn May Miller in February 2013; and his parents, James “Jake” A. Lake and Nancy...

Jul 13, 2017

Delores Milholland was born on July 29th 1948. She was raised with three brothers, she was daddy’s little girl. They grew up without electricity and running water, she helped her mom cook and keep up with the house as well as helping her dad and her brothers outside. Her first job in high school was at Good Samaritan helping in...

Jul 11, 2017

Sharon Lynn Foster (Carlson) passed away peacefully with grace on July 11, 2017 surrounded by her loving family at the Hospice House of North Idaho. She was born on March 27, 1938 to Rune Carlson and Hazel (DeBolt) Carlson. Sharon had an older brother Richard Carlson.

Sharon lived a full and happy life. She loved spending summers...

Jul 11, 2017

Fred B. Houck passed into rest on July 11, 2017 in Blanchard, Idaho, after a brief but fierce battle with cancer. He was born August 6, 1946 in Pennsylvania to Fred L. Houck and Catherine Baker Houck. Fred was married to Robbie Houck. He was an avid outdoorsman and active political junkie. Fred was also a talented water well...

Jul 10, 2017

DelRay Pehrson, 86, a man loved and adored by all, went on that never-ending fishing trip in the sky July 10, 2017, to search for that elusive monster Dolly Varden trout. DelRay graced this world with his presence April 6, 1931, in Shelley, Idaho. He was born to George and Luella (Dredge) Pehrson, a farmer and his lovely wife....

Jul 10, 2017

Jeanette Mann Branson, 67

Jeanette Mann Branson, 67, beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt and grandmother passed away July 10, 2017. Jeanette was born May 18, 1950, to Margaret and Howard Mann of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Jeanette attended school in Coeur d’Alene. She graduated from North Idaho College’s nursing program and later graduated with her bachelor’s...

Jul 7, 2017

Theresa Ann Knapkewicz Banister, 67

Theresa Ann Knapkewicz Banister left us July 7, 2017, while at her home in Post Falls, Idaho. She was born Dec. 26, 1949, to Vincent and Margaret Knapkewicz in Beach, N.D.

She grew up on the family farm with her brothers, Gerald and Bill, just outside Wibaux, Mont. She loved...

Jul 6, 2017

Andrew “Andy” Jackson Reese, age 83, of Coeur d’Alene, ID died on July 6, 2017 at Schneidmiller Hospice House, Coeur d’Alene, ID. He was born in Muskogee, OK on August 21, 1933 to Sibyl and Andrew Reese.

He was preceded in death by his parents and infant son Andrew Jackson Reese III. He is survived by his...

Jul 5, 2017

Donald G. “Don” Hanson (82) passed away, in the comfort of family, on July 5, 2017 at Schneidmiller Hospice House, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, after an extended illness.

Don was born a proud Norwegian heritage to Pete and Geneva Hanson on August 17, 1934 at Mayville, North Dakota along with his twin brother, David.

Don served...

Jul 3, 2017

Sig Roland, 91

Sig Roland was born in Brest, Poland, April 3, 1926. He was the youngest of six children growing up on a farm.

When Russia invaded Poland, he and his family, along with many other Polish families, were sent to a Siberian Concentration Camp where they remained until Russia joined the Allies in...

Jul 3, 2017

Patsy Ann Bearman, 87, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho passed away July 3rd in her room at Hospice in Coeur d’Alene. She was born in October of 1929 in Hollywood, California to Gladys and Harold Bearman. Beloved Sister to Jack Bearman, and Auntie to nieces Julie and Tina. Patsy was active in the Audubon Society, an avid Hiker and traveler....

Jul 2, 2017

Dane Janssen passed away on July 2nd 2017 after an extended illness. Dane was born on March 8th 1948 in St. Maries Idaho to Harvey and Beverly (Moore) Janssen. He was raised in St. Maries by his Uncle Milton and Beverly Moore. He is survived by his wife of 17 years Melea, 5 children Robert (Aimee) Janssen and family,...

Jul 2, 2017

Jarrod William Tanner was born on May 17, 1976 to Roger and Kathy Tanner in Anchorage, Alaska and passed away on July 2nd, 2017 in Bayview Idaho. Shortly after Jarrod was born the family returned to their home in Coeur d' Alene, where he grew up surrounded by family and friends. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, boyfriend,...

Jun 30, 2017

Barbara Ann Lindley (80) was born July 7, 1936 passed quietly on June 30, 2017 at home. She was born in Wilmington, Delaware into a family of Polish immigrants. Her proud parents, mother Hattie (Hedwig) Smigelska and father John (Yanosh) Hirnick welcomed her into the world. Her father passed when she was only 6 months old leaving her and...

Jun 26, 2017

Judy Virginia Johnson, 70, of Rathdrum, Idaho, passed away in the comfort of her home on June 26, 2017 as a result of complications due to Alzheimer’s. She was lovingly cared for by her husband Jerry and her devoted caretakers. Judy is the beloved wife of Jerry Johnson; the mother of Sarah, Ian, Greg, and J.R. She is also...

Jun 24, 2017

Michael Henry Pearson, 23

Specialist Michael Henry Pearson, 23, born July 1, 1993, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed on to his hunting grounds on June 24, 2017. Beloved son to Michael D. and Marian Pearson.

He was a Priest River Alumni of 12 years that went on to college and received a degree in diesel...

Jun 21, 2017

David Gerard McKenzie 52, passed away with family at his side on June 21, 2017. Born in St. Paul, Minnesota on December 8, 1964 to Dennis and Zoell McKenzie, the second of identical twins. Dave and Dan were best friends. He was a father, son, brother, and friend. He had a great sense of humor. Dave made it his mission...

Jun 20, 2017

Muriel (“Mert”) Parker (nee Warren), aged 92, passed away on June 20, 2017 in Hayden, Idaho. Muriel was born February 20, 1925 in Miami, Florida, to Thomas and Helen Warren. Originally from Southern California, the family returned there during the Great Depression.

Muriel’s childhood was typical of the Depression, living with poverty, making do with makeshift homes...