Jan 28, 2026

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our loving brother, father, and unforgettable soul who left us far too soon. He lived boldly, loved deeply, and brought laughter everywhere he went. Hilariously funny and sharper than the Encyclopedia Britannica, a walking Google engine, he had a mind that never stopped working and a spirit that never stopped living. He...

Jan 26, 2026

Dennis Gans, 82, of Caldwell, Idaho, passed into eternal life at home, surrounded by his family, on January 26th, 2026.

Dennis was born in Woodland, CA, on November 6th, 1943, to Alfred and Freida Gans. The youngest of 5 children, Dennis grew up on his family’s dairy farm in Esparto, CA. As a young man he served in the United States...

Jan 25, 2026

Donald E. Bow, 88, was born March 13, 1937, in Boise, Idaho, to John and Virginia Bow. He passed away on January 25, 2026, at home surrounded by his family.

He spent his early years on the family farm in Caldwell, Idaho, and attended grade school at Marble Front. He graduated from Caldwell High School and then enrolled at the University...

Jan 24, 2026

Darrel William Francke, 83, of Jordan Valley, Oregon, was called home on January 24, 2025.

Darrel was born in Nampa, Idaho, to Philip and Harret Francke, the youngest of five children. He was raised in Nampa, where his early years were shaped by family, music, and a strong sense of independence. While attending Nampa High School, Darrel distinguished himself as the...

Jan 22, 2026

John “Jerry” Wilda was born August 28, 1935, in Star, Idaho, to Charles and Mabel (Babe) Wilda. Grandma Babe often shared how he was not breathing when he was born, his skin was almost black, but Doctor Thomas breathed for him for over an hour. This fact is #1 on a list of over 30 times Jerry should have died,...

Jan 16, 2026

Edgar G. Zimmerman passed peacefully into the loving arms of his personal Savior, a faith that guided his life and shared with everyone he met. He was born on November 17, 1942, in Los Angeles, California, to Waldo and Adele Zimmerman.

From an early age, Ed was athletic and disciplined, qualities that would shape much of his life. During the draft,...

Jan 14, 2026

Gwynne A. Wolverton was born on January 23, 1943, to Lloyd Hudspeth and Telia Anne Hudspeth (Houk) in Bend, Oregon. She passed away on January 14, 2026, at the age of 82. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Gwynne loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She looked forward to her yearly trips to the Oregon Coast with her...

Jan 12, 2026

Joan Louise Silvas found peace January 12th 2026, in the comfort of her home surrounded by family and friends.

Born in Yoakum, Texas to Benjamin and Lena Day on August 9th 1941. Joan was a devoted Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and Great Great Grandmother, as well as a retiree of the Los Angeles Unified School District.

After retiring, Joan traveled the...

Jan 9, 2026

With loving hearts, we share that Stephen Lee Barnes, of Nampa, Idaho, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was 70 years old. He is survived by his wife, Roberta; his son, Joshua (Rebecca) Barnes; his daughter, Alisha (Ryan) Taylor; and his six grandchildren.

Steve was born on October 24, 1955, in Ontario, Oregon, to Leland...

Jan 9, 2026

James Allen “Jim” Lake, 88, of Nampa, Idaho, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, at Ashley Manor, surrounded by family after several years living with dementia.

Jim was born in Dallas, Texas, on December 7, 1937, the only child of Allen Lake and Edith Lake. He attended Highland High School before continuing his education at Texas Tech University and Southern...

Jan 4, 2026

Peggy Ann Cantrell, 79, of Nampa, Idaho passed to heaven on Sunday, January 4, 2026. Born July 4, 1946, in Canyon County, Idaho to Ralph and Hazel James, Peggy grew up on a farm in Caldwell alongside her sister and four brothers. She graduated from Vallivue High School in 1965 and attended Boise Business College. Peggy began her career with...

Jan 4, 2026

Rosendo Alvarez Reyna Jr., lovingly known to many as Junior, passed away on January 4, 2026, and is now entered into eternal rest.

Junior was known for his charming charisma, loving heart, and a laugh that was truly contagious. He was a stranger to no one and formed friendships wherever he went. His warmth and genuine spirit left a lasting impression...

Jan 3, 2026

Julia Villarreal Diaz Ortiz, a beloved mother, grandmother, and master seamstress, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, at the age of 83. She was surrounded by the love of her family, with her daughter, Maria, by her side. Born in San Miguel de Camargo, Tamaulipas, Mexico, on January 15, 1942, to Pablo Diaz and Paula Villarreal Diaz. She had...

Jan 3, 2026

Christina “Tina” was born on August 31, 1961, to Paul & Wanda (Brumfield) Jesenko. Tina passed from this earthly life to the loving arms of her savior Jesus Christ on January 3rd, 2026.

Tina was the 5th of the 7 Jesenko daughters. She cherished the farming and ranching life her parents provided. She remained a loyal John Deere lover to the...

Dec 31, 2025

Gene Bates was born on December 30, 1937, in Emmett, Idaho, to his loving parents, Lansing and Pilar Bates. He grew up in Emmett and Homedale before moving to Vale in the third grade, where he would spend the rest of his youth surrounded by his brothers, Robert and Steven, and his sister, Consuelo.

During his years in Vale, Gene developed...

Dec 26, 2025

Nampa, Idaho lost one of its long-time contributors when Harold Eugene “Hal” Weber passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025. He was 91. He will be missed by family, friends, College Church of the Nazarene, Northwest Nazarene University, and his dog Annie. He was a gentleman’s gentleman, trustworthy and kind to the bone.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held...

Dec 25, 2025

On Christmas morning, Dec. 25, 2025, Joan Carol Klein broke free from this natural world to enter her eternal Heavenly home prepared for her by her loving Savior.

Joan was born in Nampa, Id to Marion and Edith Stimmel on Sept. 9, 1931. The Stimmels were teachers in Homedale, so most of her young life was in Homedale. When she graduated...

Dec 19, 2025

Carolyn Lorain Harrold, age 86, of Nampa, Idaho, went home to the Lord on December 19, 2025. The earth is a little darker today, but heaven is surely brighter. 

A Viewing and Visitation will be held on Friday from 4-6 pm, January 2, at Nampa Funeral Home – Yraguen Chapel (415 12th Ave S, Nampa, Idaho), and a Memorial Service will...

Dec 17, 2025

Samuel Bernard Puentes

July 19, 1944 – December 17, 2025

Samuel Bernard Puentes of Caldwell, Idaho was welcomed into our Lord God's kingdom on December 17, 2025. Sam passed peacefully in his sleep, in Nampa, Idaho with two of his sons and wife by his side. Sam was born in Poplar, Montana on the 19th...

Dec 7, 2025

Noe A. Rodriguez, 75, passed away on Sunday, December 7th, 2025, in Nampa, Idaho, with his beloved wife, Janet, by his side, due to complications following his long and courageous battle with cancer.

Noe lived his life with purpose and devotion to his faith and his family. He was a husband, a dad, a grandpa, a brother,...