Franklin County Funeral Home

Coylene Andersen Martin 79, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born September 09, 1943, in Logan, Utah the daughter of Loran Rawlin and Ida Green Andersen. She was raised in College Ward and graduated from South Cache High School. Coy was a published writer and avid fisherwoman. She especially loved fishing on the South Fork. She also loved animals, hunting, and camping. Coy is survived by her daughters, Janet Matherne, Charlotte Thain, and Marie Lands. A sister Dawna Cook, and a brother Rallin Andersen. She is also survived by six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Coy was preceded in...

Our caring father, brother, friend, and son, Bartley Chad Jensen passed at the young age of 43, on March 8, 2023, in Pocatello, Idaho. Bart was born July 19, 1979, the second son of four children to Shonna and Mervin (Lee) Jensen. Bart was raised in Hyrum, Utah, and attended Cache High graduating in 1997. Bart then moved to Preston, Idaho, to start a family. Bart married Andrea on May 1, 1999. They were later divorced. Together they had three children Tyrell, Kenidie, and Ryder. Bart's hobbies included making anyone and everyone laugh, watching western movies, and listening to the old country music. He enjoyed being with his family and being a grandpa. He enjoyed going on adventures such as...

David Smart 86, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2023, at his home in Dayton, Idaho. He was the youngest of seven children and the last one to receive his wings. He was born to Veril David and Rosella Hannah Hyde Smart in Preston, Idaho, on May 6, 1936. Being a premature baby, he was their only child born in a hospital. Growing up in Dayton, Idaho, he was a 1954 graduate of West Side High. He worked the family farm and had various odd jobs until he received his mission call in 1956 to serve a three-year mission to Hong Kong, China. After returning home from his mission, he met his sweetheart MaryAnn Jorgensen at a stake activity, and they were later married on July 8, 1960, in the Logan...

Floyd Ross Leffler age 94, passed away on March 02, 2023, in Preston. He was born August 13, 1928, in Soda Springs, the son of Emil Ross and Zelda Blanch Knight Leffler. He moved to Grace with his wife BeVaun after his retirement. He was a dry farmer in the Soda Springs area for most of his life. He is survived by his 4 children; Glenna Stanley, Gary Leffler, Denny Leffler, and David Leffler. 7 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. He was proceeded in death by his wife BeVaun, a daughter Karleen Leffler and a son Robert Leffler. There will be a Celebration of Life held at a later date. Please share a memory of Floyd or offer condolences to the family by leaving a tribute at...

The brilliant light of Stuart Christensen has slipped this earthly realm to shine in the Heavens above. He left all of us that loved him and our tears flow into the great hole in our hearts. Stuart had many friends in his community, each of them special in their own right and very dear to Stuart. Many that have gone on before will greet and welcome him home. Over Stuart's 81 years, he has had so many caregivers that brightened his life and gave him love, joy, and purpose. He loved all of you. Unfortunately, there is no way to mention each of you, but thank you for the outstanding care you have given Stuart. He knew how blessed he was to have each of you in his life. Special thanks to Russ...

John Martin Sidwell, 60 of Preston, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2023, in Preston. John was born July 15, 1962, in Ogden, Utah, the son of Ray and Alice Marie Brockway Sidwell. John was one of five children born to the couple. His siblings are Edward Sidwell, Laurie Nielson, Gordon Sidwell, and Cathy Headworth. John spent part of his childhood in Ogden and then later moved with his family to Preston. John married Bonnie Zollinger and together they had three children; Andrew John, Bailee Mae, and Samantha Sue. John and Bonnie later divorced. He worked as a backhoe operator in the construction industry. John is survived by his children Andrew Sidwell, Samantha (Brandon) Roberts, and...

Shannon (Duke) LaMar Hale 64, passed suddenly on Sunday, January 29, 2023. He was born November 20, 1958, to Gary LaMar Hale and Elna LeAnn Goodsell Hale, both deceased. Shannon spent his teenage years growing up in Newton, Utah. He was loving and kind to everyone. He was especially close to his young Aunts and Uncles who were near his age. He lived with Grandpa Wes and Grandma Elna Goodsell for several years, and they were like parents to him. He loved them both dearly and it was very hard for him when they both passed in 2017. His parents divorced when He was young, but when LeAnn married Jack Yoder, Shannon had his very own fishing buddy! They were very close and made many memories...

Edna Sue Wagner 69, of Preston, passed away Friday, January 20, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family. At her request, no services will be conducted. A complete obituary will be posted on the funeral home website, as soon as it is available. Please share a favorite memory of Edna or offer condolences to the family by leaving a tribute at www.franklincountyfuneral.com

David Sharp Auger, loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend passed away on January 7, 2023, at Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello, Idaho. He was born on May 31, 1936, in Cub River, Idaho to Verl J. and Alice Sharp Auger. He was the oldest child in the family. David grew up working on the family farm until he graduated from Preston High School in 1954. After graduating from high school he enlisted in the army. He was stationed at Fort Mead. While stationed there a friend of his introduced him to Margaret Umbel and she became the love of his life. She became his wife on November 15, 1955. After his time in the service ended they moved back to...

Mary Morris, 81, passed away on Thursday, December 22, 2022, in Logan, UT due to medical complications. A visitation will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 am, Thursday, December 29, 2022, at the Newton 2nd ward LDS Chapel located at 12 South 100 West Newton, UT. Funeral Services will follow at 11:00 am also at the Newton Church. The interment will be in the Newton Cemetery. For those not able to attend in person, there will be a streaming video of the service. Please follow the link to view the services https://youtu.be/HKGt2GvEbPw A full obituary is available at www.franklincountyfuneral.com

Edwin Woody Johnson, 43 of Preston, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family. There will be a viewing held at the Franklin County Funeral Home in Preston at 6 pm Wednesday, December 21, 2022. Burial will follow in Lukachukai, AZ. A full obituary is available at www.franklincountyfuneral.com Please consider making a donation to assist the family with the expenses associated with returning Edwin to his native home burial ground. You can do so by using the Tribute Fund tab on his obituary page.

Kevin D. Carter, 65, of Riverdale, Idaho passed away at his home Tuesday, December 13, 2022, holding the hand of his wife as he took his last breath. Kevin was born March 21, 1957, in Preston, Idaho. He was the only son of Don and Irene Carter. A visitation will be held at the Riverdale Church House Monday, December 19, 2022, from 10-11:30 AM with funeral services following at 12 noon. The interment will be at the Riverdale Cemetery. For those not able to attend in person, there will be a streaming video feed of the services. Please follow this link to view https://youtu.be/tvUo91D7OWA A full obituary is available at www.franklincountyfuneral.com

W. Ronald Davisson (Ron), nicknamed Sonny, was 90 years of age when he went to be with Jesus on December 12, 2022, leaving all his pain, suffering, and difficulties behind. He died at home in Preston, ID, accompanied by his wife, Lorna, of heart failure. A celebration of life will be conducted at 1:00 pm on December 31, 2022, at the Grace Fellowship Church, Preston. A full obituary is available at www.franklincountyfuneral.com

Gary Leon Talbot, age 73, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2022, in Hyrum, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Preston, Idaho on April 19, 1949, to Henry Leon Talbot and Clara Mattie Noe. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 17, 2022, at the Presto-Goshen ward building in Shelley. A full obituary is available at www.franklincountyfuneral.com

Rusty Gordon Beckstead, 55 of Preston, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born November 6, 1967, in Preston, Idaho the son of Gordon Long and Nina Rae Buhler Beckstead. He graduated from the Job Corps and Bridgerland Technical School and went on to obtain his Master's Degree in Electronic Engineering. Rusty loved spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, shooting, and spending time with his family, friends, and especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed many jobs over the years including logging, welding, machinist, and working as an electrical engineer. His various jobs took him to many states including Washington, Wyoming, Arizona, and...

Teresa Ayala-Whitman (Woodyard) 71, of Soda Springs, Idaho passed away peacefully at home on November 19, 2022. She was born on March 29, 1951, in Soda Springs, Idaho. Her parents are Donald and Darlene Woodyard. She is survived by her children Sally (Dirk) Spencer, Scott (Carrie) Ayala, Sunny (Tyler) Mays, Weezy Whitman, and Robert Whitman. 14 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Nancy Brooks. Brother-in-law Randy Spencer, Brother-in-law Darold Twitchell Please share a favorite memory of Teresa or offer condolences to the family by leaving a tribute at www.franklincountyfuneral.com

Hunter, gatherer, farmer, family provider, father, and friend, James LaMar Tarbet, almost 92, passed away on November 17, 2022. LaMar was born in Burley, Idaho, the third child of Bourke and Caroline (Kitty) Tarbet in 1930. The family moved to Benson, Utah in 1943. He met Joyce Buxton in 1949 and they were later married. Kids came quickly, with three in diapers at one time! Six total. In 1957 LaMar began to manage the Griffith Dairy in Benson. LaMar started his own Dairy operation in Cornish, Utah in 1979. Later he took a job with Bear River Technical College as a Maintenance Engineer where he worked until he retired in 1996. LaMar left this world to be with his beloved family, relatives,...

Elizabeth Jean Williams born September 16, 1942, at Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota, died on November 3, 2022, at Whispering Pines Assisted Living Center, Downey, Idaho. Five sisters and one brother preceded her in death. Elizabeth, was an adopted member of the Mckell family, Gary, Ann, Dolores, Norma, Korby, Shauna, and Chris for over 40 years. She possessed a wonderful sense of humor, was a devout Catholic, and was proud of her Indian heritage. Had a gift for writing poetry, and was generous in sharing her time and resources with those in need. She will be greatly missed by the staff at Whispering Pines and Hospice: Jenell Branch, Tera Hansen, and Tracy Kent who loved her...

Clark Landell Petersen, 84, passed away peacefully at his home in Riverdale, Idaho on October 31, 2022. He was born to Marvin Larsen Petersen and Ethel Ellen Morgan on August 13, 1938. He was a lifelong resident of the Preston, Idaho area. He is survived by sons Kenneth Petersen, and Douglas C. Petersen, and six grandchildren. There will be a celebration of life at 2 pm Saturday, December 3, 2022, at the Franklin County Funeral Home 56 S State Street, Preston, for anyone wishing to attend. Please share a favorite memory of Clark or offer condolences to the family by leaving a tribute at www.franklincountyfuneral.com

Dennis Lynn Walker, age 80, of Trenton, passed away early Sunday afternoon Oct. 30, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones. He will be irreplaceable and sorely missed. Dennis married Beverly Kay McFarland in Elko on Nov. 3, 1963, and in the Salt Lake Temple on Nov. 3, 1964. Dennis and Kay operated a dairy farm in Trenton for many years. Dennis is survived by his wife, Kay of Trenton; his two children, Denny (Lynette) Walker of Logan, UT; Jenny (Phil) Christensen of Preston, ID; as well as 7 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-granddaughter. Graveside Services will be held Friday, Nov. 4, 2022, at 2 p.m. at the Trenton Cemetery.Please share a favorite memory of Dennis or...

Dennis Lynn Walker, age 80, passed away early Sunday afternoon Oct. 30, 2022, at Autumn Care in Hyde Park Utah surrounded by his loved ones. He will be irreplaceable and sorely missed. He was born the fourth and last child of lovely parents, Samuel Frederick Walker and Cleo Geneva Howe in Ogden, Utah on August 16, 1942. His parents, his brother Bill, and sisters Bonnie and Adele preceded him in death. He grew up in Ogden and attended Ogden City and Weber County Schools. Dennis was taught the value of work at a young age selling donuts door to door, mowing lawns, delivering papers earning money to buy a horse among other things. At 16, he got a job with American Food Stores, later with...