Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Moscow, Idaho and Surrounding Northern Idaho Cities

Barbara Adams

Barbara Adams

Apr 23, 2026

Barbara Sue (Parker) Adams, 86, passed away surrounded by her family on April 23, 2026. Barbara was born May 31, 1939, in Enid OK, and raised on her family’s wheat farm. She attended a one-room rural school for six years, then junior and senior high in Enid.

In 1958 she married the love of her life, David Adams. The two attended...

Thomas H Clements

Thomas H Clements

Apr 18, 2026

Thomas H. Clements, born on August 16, 1953, in Walla Walla, Washington, passed away on April 18, 2026, in Moscow, Idaho at the age of 72. He was an extraordinary artist whose rare ability to capture the subtle nuances of light, air, and even quiet shifts in temperature within the natural world set him apart. Tom’s work was marked by...

Lauren L Hartke

Lauren L Hartke

Apr 18, 2026

Lauren Leigh Hartke, passed away on April 18, 2026, in Moscow, Idaho. She was Born on August 24, 1964 in Encino, California to Bill and Arlene Chollman.



She is survived by her husband Greg, brothers Billy and Chris and sister Jennifer. Her children Brittany, Emily, Gregory, Timothy and William.



Lauren’s life took her from west coast to east coast and back again....

Sheryl M. Carter

Sheryl M. Carter

Apr 13, 2026

Sheryl Marie Reinke Carter

Born July 20, 1951 Magic Valley Memorial Hospital Twin Falls Idaho Deceased April 13, 2026 Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho

Sheryl was preceded in death by both parents. She is survived by her husband, Buddy, at the family home in Fernwood, Idaho, and three siblings: brother Ken, and wife Yvonne in Twin Falls, sister Lucinda of Boise, and brother...

Susan Charlotte Nelson

Susan Charlotte Nelson

Apr 9, 2026

Susan Charlotte Nelson, a woman whose joyful spirit touched all who knew her, passed away peacefully at her home in Garfield, Washington, on April 9, 2026. Born on December 27, 1952, in Frankfurt, Germany.

Susan spent her early years in Germany, growing up and attending school in Frankfurt before embarking on a path that would lead her across continents. Shortly after...

Shannon Flo Giese

Shannon Flo Giese

Apr 9, 2026

Shannon Flo Giese, born on March 1, 1942, left this world on April 9, 2026, in Moscow, Idaho, after courageously fighting a long battle with cancer. Surrounded by those who cared for her deeply—her family, friends, and devoted caregivers—she found peace at home, where her spirit had always been nurtured by love.

Shannon’s life was a testament to dedication and perseverance....

Vance E. Penton Jr.

Vance E. Penton Jr.

Apr 8, 2026

Vance E. Penton Jr. passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, in Moscow, Idaho, his home since 1954. Vance was born on December 4, 1936, in Caldwell Idaho, eldest of two boys born to Vance Edwin Penton Sr. and Ruby Virginia (Powers) Penton. When Vance was 17, his father tragically passed away, leaving Ruby to finish raising the boys on...

John Staniewski

John Staniewski

Mar 29, 2026

John Albert Staniewski, 82, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026 at his home in Sandpoint, Idaho surrounded by his children after an almost three-year battle with melanoma.

John was born on April 7, 1943 in Denver, Colorado to Edward and Genevieve Staniewski. He would often talk about this childhood growing up in the back of a bar before paying his...

Donald J Lee

Donald J Lee

Mar 29, 2026

Donald “Don” Jack Lee

Donald “Don” Jack Lee, born January 28, 1932, at the family ranch house in Goldendale, Washington, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026, in Moscow, Idaho, surrounded by his family, including his loving wife of 67 years.

Don’s story began on a ranch in the 1930s and 40s. He rode his horse to school, lived without electricity until...

Gary L Smith

Gary L Smith

Mar 25, 2026

Gary L. Smith

On the morning of March 25, 2026 Gary Smith passed away peacefully with his daughter Anita by his side on the family farm located in Troy, Idaho. Gary was born on May 30th, 1940 to Walter and Elna Smith, not too far away from where he currently lived on Burnt Ridge. During his high school career Gary and...

Mary Ellen Radziemski

Mary Ellen Radziemski

Mar 20, 2026

Mary Ellen Radziemski, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Born Mary Ellen Bacon on January 26, 1945, she grew up in Hillsborough, North Carolina, where her early life was marked by academic distinction and a natural gift for expression. At Orange High School, Mary Ellen's participated in oratorical contests, earning her numerous awards that celebrated...

Lee Ann Berg

Lee Ann Berg

Mar 20, 2026

Lee Ann Berg, 65, of Viola, ID, passed away at home on March 20, 2026, surrounded by family, after a long battle with Benson’s Syndrome.



Lee Ann was born on May 6, 1960 at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, WA to Jerry and Shirley Dirks. She moved to Moscow, ID with her parents at the age of two in 1962,...

Barbara Johnson

Barbara Johnson

Mar 19, 2026

Barbara Ann Wigley Johnson, age 86, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Barbara was born on January 12, 1940, in Schenectady, New York, to Paul Allen Wigley and Helen Ethel Tysick. She was the eldest of four children and carried that role with strength and care throughout her life.

At the age of 18, Barbara proudly enlisted...

Earl Thomas Britt

Earl Thomas Britt

Mar 16, 2026

Earl Thomas Britt of Potlatch Idaho passed away on 3.16.26 at his daughter’s home in Lynnwood WA.

Earl was born in Missoula MT to Alex and Betty Britt, he was the oldest of three brothers, Rick Britt, Larry Britt, and Roger Britt. Growing up in Missoula Earl enjoyed everything outdoors, which included spending time at his grandfather’s ranch with his brothers,...

Ray Nelson

Ray Nelson

Mar 16, 2026

Ray Nelson, died on March 16, 2026, in Pullman, Washington. Born on January 17, 1941, in Moscow, Idaho, to Hjalmer and Pearl Nelson, Ray’s life was characterized by a commitment to service, a passion for his interests, and deep connections with family and friends.



Ray grew up in the Troy, Idaho, where he attended local schools and graduated from Troy High...

Forrest Kreisher

Forrest Kreisher

Mar 14, 2026

Forrest Dean “Babe” Kreisher



Babe Kreisher died on Saturday March 14 at his Elk River home. He was 94.

Babe was born on February 10, 1932, in Elk River to George and Nora Ann Martin Kreisher. He was the youngest of 11 children and was known as Babe his whole life. He graduated from Elk River HS in 1951. After graduation he...

Piper F Warwick

Piper F Warwick

Mar 11, 2026

Piper Fleming Warwick was born on April 16, 1978, at Moscow, Idaho. From an early age her life was driven by her faith in Christ and a deep desire to help others. Piper attended Royal Garrison School in Pullman, WA, Hillsdale College in Michigan, and she completed her Masters degree in counseling at Central Washington University in Ellensburg WA. Piper...

Margo K Britzmann

Margo K Britzmann

Mar 9, 2026

Margo Kay Britzmann



Margo Kay Britzmann, 66, of Troy, Idaho, passed away on March 9, 2026, at Paradise Creek Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia in Moscow, Idaho. Margo faced lung cancer and the effects of its treatment for five years, far exceeding expected survival. She took the challenge with determination and stubborn strength, supported by her oncology team, family, and friends....

Dorothy A. Heustis

Dorothy A. Heustis

Mar 8, 2026

Dorothy A. Heustis, born on January 26, 1933, in Hamilton, Montana, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, at Aspen Park of Cascadia in Moscow, Idaho. A beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Dorothy lived a life dedicated to her family and community.

Dorothy’s early life was spent in the Moscow area, where she attended school and graduated from Moscow High School....

Sally L Revord

Sally L Revord

Mar 3, 2026

Sally Revord passed away at the age of 87 on March 3 2026 at Paridise Creek Skilled Nursing center in Moscow Idaho. She was born on October 3rd 1938 in Lane Idaho to Ada and Stanley Goodson. She was one of 11 children. 

Sally spent most of her early years in Lane Idaho attending the one room school house in Rose...