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Christopher Don Poelzl
Nov 10, 2025
Chris Poelzl brought light, laughter, and song into every room he entered. His smile could brighten even the darkest day, and his dance moves and singing were nothing short of superb. He loved Seinfeld, any good cop show, and never turned down a sweet treat—or a late-night bowl of ice cream in bed.
Chris’s childhood was far from easy, and he...
Mason W. Brandon
Nov 29, 2025
Mason W. Brandon, 35, of Hailey, Idaho, passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025, at his home in Hailey, Idaho.
A full obituary will be posted here when it becomes available.
Services for Mason will be held privately with his family.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family in the guestbook section below.
Caden Taylor Dutt
Nov 26, 2025
Caden Taylor Dutt, 18, passed away peacefully at home on November 26, 2025 after a lifelong journey with a rare genetic disease. Though nonverbal, he had a remarkable way of filling every room with joy, warmth, and an unmistakable laugh. His smile - bright, genuine, and effortless - became a source of comfort to everyone who knew him. Despite the...
Eugene "Gene" William Shelly
Nov 24, 2025
Eugene "Gene" William Shelly, aged 79, of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025. Born on September 20, 1946, in Twin Falls, he was a beloved member of the community, known for his loving nature and generous spirit.
Gene served honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, retiring from military service in 2004. His commitment...
Diana Mary Fassino
Nov 18, 2025
Diana Fassino died on November 18, 2025, a few days after her 94th birthday peacefully in her husband, Richard’s arms. Jane and Steve Dettwiler and Richard’s son, Rob, were also beside her in their Hailey home along with her precious 2 dogs.
Diana was an accomplished author of short stories, two books, newspaper columns and opinion pieces. She was also a...
Robert Charles Grabowski
Nov 15, 2025
Robert "Bob" Charles Grabowski, 92, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025. He was born to Clara and Hans Grabowski on December 20, 1932, in Saginaw, Michigan. A creative child, Bob enjoyed music, art, and spending time with his sister, Ruth, and his many friends.
In high school, Bob worked at a local clothing store, paving the way for a lifelong...
Douglas Lee Wright
Nov 14, 2025
Douglas Lee Wright, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and an inspiring educator, passed away on November 14, 2025, in Kimberly, Idaho. He was born on August 19, 1946, in Twin Falls, Idaho, and throughout his life, he exemplified the values of service, compassion, and dedication to family.
Doug was a proud veteran, serving in the United States Navy from...
Rodger Lowell Allred
Nov 11, 2025
Rodger Lowell Allred, 64, of Kimberly, Idaho, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center in Twin Falls, Idaho.
A full obituary will be posted here when it becomes available.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family using the guestbook section below.
Vickie L. Keller
Nov 11, 2025
Vickie L. Keller, 69, of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at Serenity Transitional Care in Twin Falls, Idaho.
A full obituary will be posted when it becomes available.
A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 1:00 pm at Wilks Magic Valley Funeral Home, 2551 Kimberly Road, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301, with a viewing...
Jeannine Rae Garey
Nov 11, 2025
Jeannine Rae Garey left this world in the comfort of her home in Twin Falls, Idaho, on November 11, 2025, where she had lived for 67 years with her husband Ken, who preceded her in death, at the age of 96. She had a freshly brewed cup of coffee by her side, while nestled in her recliner, comfortable in her...
Karl Lee Harvey
Nov 9, 2025
Karl Lee Harvey was born on March 31, 1940, in Twin Falls, Idaho, to George Harvey and Blanche Bethune Larrigan. He was raised in Buhl and Cobalt, Idaho, and in Salt Lake City, Utah. He served honorably in the United States Air Force as an airplane mechanic stationed in Europe. Upon returning home to Buhl, Lee married Sharon Roberts, with...
Vanessa Maria Torres
Nov 8, 2025
Vanessa Maria Torres was introduced to this world on December 3, 1990. She passed away into our loving Lord’s arms on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the age of 34 in her group home, surrounded by those who loved and served her the most…family, friends, and caregivers.
From the day she was born, little did anyone know how special this small...
Michael Contreras Jr.
Nov 3, 2025
Michael Contreras Jr., 53, of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025, in Kimberly, Idaho. He was born on March 28, 1972, in Belen, New Mexico, to Joanna Moya and Miguel Contreras. He spent his childhood in Belen before relocating to Savannah, Georgia, where he lived for 20 years and honed his skills as a journeyman in...
Walter Dick Hankins
Oct 30, 2025
Walter "Dick" Hankins, 71, of Wendell, Idaho, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at his home in Wendell, Idaho.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family in the guestbook section below.
Daniel "Dan" Scott Higgins
Oct 30, 2025
Daniel “Dan” Scott Higgins, 53, of Hailey, ID, passed away on Thursday, October 30th, surrounded by family and friends with Waylon Jennings playing in the background. Born July 21, 1972, in Great Falls, MT, he called places as far flung as Missoula, MT, Lake Tahoe, CA, and even Denali, AK home before settling in Idaho’s Wood River Valley. On a...
Janice Jewel Farris
Oct 26, 2025
Janice Jewel Farris, 78, of Hagerman, Idaho, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at St. Luke's in Twin Falls, Idaho.
A full obituary will be posted as it becomes available.
In following with Janice's wishes, no public services will be held.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family in the guestbook section below.
Jerald "Jerry" L. Uker
Oct 24, 2025
Jerald "Jerry" L. Uker, a resident of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away at his home on October 24, 2025, at the age of 86.
Jerry was born on October 17, 1939, in Park Rapids, Minnesota, the son of Mary Summers and Lawrence Uker. Mary and Lawrence, four years later, had Jerry's only sister, Bonnie Uker. The family then moved to Berkeley,...
Joseph Randolph Updyke
Oct 22, 2025
Randy passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, Oct. 22, under hospice care, with his beloved wife, Carol, by his side.
Randy was kind, generous, curious, witty and confident — qualities that guided him throughout his remarkable life. He was raised and educated in Pennsylvania: Mercersburg Academy, Penn State and Dickinson Law School, earning his Juris Doctor and passing the bar...
Marianne Mae Geilman
Oct 19, 2025
Marianne Mae Geilman passed away in the arms of her parents on Sunday, October 19, 2025, in Seattle, Washington.
Mae entered this world on Sunday, August 17, 2025 in Twin Falls, Idaho with numerous health challenges. Though her life was spent in hospitals, she filled the world with her love and light. All who cared for her admired her courage, strength,...
Heather Jean Dalrymple
Oct 17, 2025
Heather Jean Hamilton Dalrymple passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 17, 2025, in Twin Falls, Idaho, at the age of 49. Born on December 9, 1975, in Garden Grove, Orange County, California, Heather brought light and laughter into the world from the very beginning.
Heather spent most of her life in Provo, Utah, where she grew up surrounded by family, a...
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