Local Obituaries for Twin Falls, Idaho

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Aug 21, 2026

Carolyn King, age 77, of Kimberly, Idaho passed away peacefully at home on Friday, August 21, 2026. She was born on June 24th, 1949, in Wendell, Idaho to Thomas (Bill) and Merle Matthews. Carolyn spent her childhood in Buhl before her family moved to the small community of Springdale, outside of Declo, while in her early teens. After graduating Burley...

Aug 11, 2026

Lauri Sue Barnett was joined with Christ on August 11, 2026, leaving behind many years of debilitating physical pain.

Lauri was born in Oskaloosa, Iowa, to John and Betty Morris on September 20, 1956, joining her older sister Julie. When she was a young child, the family moved to Twin Falls, Idaho. The town became her lifetime home. She graduated from...

Aug 14, 2026

Sarah Benton, 77, of Twin Falls Idaho, passed away August 14th 2026 at Creekside Assisted Living in Jerome, Idaho.

Sarah was born July 8th, 1949 in Lewiston Idaho to Edward and Louise Dau. She graduated from Lewiston High School in 1967. She continued her education at the University Of Idaho, earning her Bachelors degree in home economics in 1971.

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Aug 12, 2026

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Aug 12, 2026

Richard Andrew Mitchell, Jr, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, passed away on August 12, 2026 in Idaho Falls surrounded by family. He was 85.

Born on October 11, 1940 in Wilkinsburg, PA, he was the son of Richard Andrew Mitchell, Sr. and Eleanor Ruth Rehanek. He attended Penn State University and earned two degrees, Animal Husbandry and Business. In 1967, he married...

Aug 9, 2026

In Loving Memory of Mark Stephen Hamilton Mark Hamilton, 65, passed away on August 9, 2026, at home, surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was a proud United States Air Force veteran, serving 20 years before retiring. He spent the remainder of his career continuing to work with military aircraft. He fully retired in 2025 and, together with...

Aug 9, 2026

Steve Slifer, age 76, of Filer, Idaho died Sunday August 9, 2026 at St. Luke’s Magic Valley Hospital.

Steve was born to Frances (Lindaman) and Ivan Slifer of Wellsburg, Iowa on April 5, 1950. He contracted polio at age 4 before the vaccine was available. He graduated from Wellsburg High School and from Indian Hills College in Ottumwa, Iowa. At the...

Aug 6, 2026

Karla Maria Benavidez was born on August 4th, 1976 in Twin Falls, Idaho to her loving parents Donna and Ross Gines. From a young age, Karla had a beautiful, caring spirit that only grew over time. Karla loved fiercely, wore her heart on her sleeve, and there was nothing she would not do for those she cherished.

Karla’s grandest treasures were...

Aug 1, 2026

Christopher Steven Claunch, beloved husband, son, brother, uncle, friend, and adventurer, passed away unexpectedly in a tragic accident on August 1, 2026. Born on December 21,1966, in Torrance, California. After 18 years of growing up in the California life, he began a new adventure in Idaho.

Known affectionately by many as “Clauncher” “Toph” or “Posh,” Christopher lived life fully and fearlessly....

Aug 1, 2026

Sinnasone Rathamone was born on August 25, 1963, in Laos. In 1981, he immigrated to Oakland, California, where he began building a new life. In 1988, he married the love of his life, Chanthou and in 1992 the moved to Twin Falls Idaho, their forever home. Together they raised three daughters: Samantha, Amanda, and Emila.

Sinnasone enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, gardening,...

Jul 31, 2026

Joyce Thacker Murphy, 91, passed away peacefully at her home in Kimberly on July 31, 2026. Joyce was born October 31, 1934 to Murray Durrant and Larna Anderson Thacker in Daniel, Utah in her grandparent’s home. She was the oldest child and only girl with 5 brothers. She grew up playing basketball, volleyball and other sports with her brothers and...

Jul 30, 2026

James Marius Griffith (“Jim”), 79, of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of his family, after a long illness on Thursday, July 30, 2026.

Jim was born on June 28, 1947, in Twin Falls, Idaho, to James and Mary Griffith, who preceded him in death. He graduated from Twin Falls High School in 1965, where...

Jul 29, 2026

Rocky Todd Eller, born November 14, 1963, in Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, surrounded by his family. Rocky was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, coach, and educator whose life was defined by dedication, resilience, and an unwavering love for the people he cherished most.

Rocky was the son of Willa Gertrude Eller and Russell Loraine Eller,...

Jul 27, 2026

Norman Christian Carlsen passed away Monday, July 27, 2026 after a long illness. He was born on a wintery day, December 7, 1932, weighing a mere 5 pounds, to Nephi and Leah (Thomas) Carlsen in Pocatello, Idaho. He enjoyed telling people that he was so small and it was so cold that after his birth, his mother wrapped him in...

Jul 27, 2026

Robert Thomas Qualls

Born August 1, 1951.

Died July 27, 2026.

Tom arrived with his twin sister, Tamra on August 1, 1951, the last of John and Mary Qualls’ children. As twins, they were rather unique at that time and were doted on by five older siblings, who even took them to Lincoln School for “Show and Tell”. They were so adorable.

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Jul 24, 2026

Benjamin Kenneth Tolley, 76, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 24, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer.

Ben was born on September 17, 1949, in Cardston, Alberta, Canada, to Kenneth Dean Tolley and Alice Mildred Andrus Tolley.

He grew up on his parents' homestead in Mountain View, where his lifelong work ethic began early. Family members often joked that he was...

Jul 24, 2026

Dianne Ruth Posthumus Van Beek, born January 22, 1943 passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026 following a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Dianne was also known as Dear, Lady Di, Honey Beeks, Gram and GIGI.

She found her greatest joy in being a wife, mother and Gigi. Her family was the center of her world and nothing brought her more happiness...

Jul 14, 2026

Bruce L. Earl, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away at home on July 14, 2026, in Kimberly, Idaho, at the age 82. 

Bruce was the son of the late Clinton and Ilene Earl. He was predeceased by his brother Stanley Earl, his sister Bonnie Henson, grandparents, and in-laws Lloyd and Mildred Lewis. His family roots ran deep in the...