All Obituaries

Frank L. Bear “Yogi”, 85 of Richfield, slipped away Thursday morning while doing a couple of the things he enjoyed most – reading a book and drinking his coffee. Frank was born in Filer, Idaho; soon after that his family moved to Northern Oregon. He went to school in Weston and Athena, worked on the farm and enjoyed hunting and fishing in the area. Frank lied about his age and joined the Navy in 1949 but was soon discovered and sent back home and back to school. After...

Helen Louise (Newlan) Parris, 89, of Jerome, Idaho was greeted into heaven on November 8, 2018 by her parents, the love of her life, Andrew Duane, three brothers, one sister, one son and daughter, a grandson and a great-grandson. She will be missed by everyone who had the gift of knowing her, including one brother, two sisters-in-law, a son, three grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter and many nieces, nephews and extended family. Please join the family for...

Leona Mae Davis Black, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister passed away peacefully at home November 4, 2018 at age 84. Leona was born September 23, 1934 in Twin Falls, Idaho to Eugene Williams Davis and Malinda Mary Ellen Culbertson. She was the youngest of four children. Leona grew up in Twin Falls, Idaho and graduated from Twin Falls High School. Leona married the love of her life, Daniel J. Black, shortly after high school in Reno, Nevada in 1952. In 1958, Leona and Dan were...

Our beloved Bev Hall passed away peacefully at her home on October 31, 2018, in Jerome Idaho.  She was born March 9, 1939, to Albert and Elsie Kulm in Jerome, Idaho.  She graduated Jerome High School in 1957, where she met the love of her life and husband of 61 years, Layne Hall.    Bev dedicated her life to her husband and family.  She was lovingly known as “Grammy.” Bev was steadfast in her faith and was a devoted member of St. Paul’s Lutheran...

Our lovely Olivia Tabashae Johnson returned home to our Heavenly Father on October 25, 2018.  She is the daughter of Kyanne Hunt and David L. Johnson, born on August 2, 1999 in Twin Falls, ID. Olivia had a genuine love for everyone she came in contact with, especially children. She loved make-up, nails, animals, nature, and photography. She loved to dance and enjoyed music - she knew every word to every song. Olivia was a true friend. She is survived by parents, Kyanne and Shannon...

A viewing will be held from 6pm until 8pm, Monday, October 29, 2018 at Farnsworth Mortuary, Jerome

William Cannon Thomas, better known as Bill, passed away peacefully October 24, 2018 at his home in Jerome, Idaho after a courageous battle with cancer. Bill was born May 3, 1944 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Philip and Katherine Thomas. After high school graduation Bill joined the US Coast Guard and served four years. Bill was a diesel mechanic and worked for Arlo, retiring in 2011. Bill enjoyed working with electronics and he loved helping others. He was a devoted NFL Cowboys fan. Bill was...

Robert James Taylor, our beloved Father, Grandfather, Husband, Brother, Uncle and Friend passed at home peacefully Sunday October 14, 2018, holding the hands of his loving daughters. He endured a 10-month battle with esophageal cancer. Born December 2, 1936 in Holyoke, CO to Claude Raymond Taylor and Anna Marie (Schuman) Taylor. Robert grew up in Holyoke and Wray, CO and Arcata, CA. He attended schools in Arcata, CA. Robert served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1954-1957. He was proud of his...

Eddie Svoboda, AKA Mr. Ed, passed away October 12, 2018 at home with his family present at his side. He was preceded in death by his wife, Faye Svoboda. He is survived by his daughter, Jan Cleveland; son, Jace Svoboda; daughter-in-law, Debby Svoboda; 5 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren; and his friend, Marily Young. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am, Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at the Jerome Cemetery, Jerome. Memories and...

Ellen Jeanne Sund, 93, passed peacefully surrounded by her family on October 12, 2018. Jeanne was born in Springfield, Missouri on May 22, 1925 to Bessie Winchester Rose and Joseph Harvey Rose. She was the middle of five children: Myrtle, Beulah, Jeanne, June and Joe. When Jeanne was 11 the family moved from Missouri to Twin Falls.  She was a graduate of the Twin Falls Class of 1942.  She was a member of the First Christian Church where she taught Sunday School for several years....