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Ida Carolyn Rawson peacefully passed away on Wednesday November 29, 2023 at Morning Star Assisted Living Center in Idaho Falls due to natural causes. She was surrounded by members of her loving family. She was born December 6, 1933 in Logan, Utah to Leonard and Zina Hatch. Over the years, Carolyn's brothers and sisters increased to 23 as her mother outlived 3 husbands. Initially the family resided in Victor, Idaho and lived on a farm raising cattle and sheep. When she was 3 years old, her father was killed by a lightning strike. This caused the family to move to Utah where her family grew from 1 to 13 with the marriage of her mother John Fuit a widowed farmer from Clinton Utah. Later...

David Leroy Johnson passed away at his home in Shelley Friday, Nov 17, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born August 26, 1943 in Boise, Idaho to Cecil Johnson & Ethel Van Voorhis. He had a 45-year career in law enforcement with the Air Force, Emmett Police Dept, Idaho State Police, and was Bingham County Sheriff for eight years. He was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints holding several callings over the years, including bishop twice and in the stake presidency of the Shelley South Stake. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Vicki, and children Todd (Erika) Johnson of Idaho Falls, Tina (Brent) Davis of Shelley, Troy (Melissa) Johnson of Meridian...

After battling Parkinson's Disease for 12 years, Michael Winston died at his home Nov. 4, 2023. He is survived by his wife Joan, daughters Michelle, Becca, Jacqi, Jessica and Rachel, foster son Jean, and four sons-in-law and 13 grandchildren. Mike's greatest passion was teaching, and his innovative and hands-on approach received recognition both locally and nationally. Regardless of age or IQ, he instilled in everyone a desire to learn and the confidence that they, personally, could impact the world for good. As Mike helped students recognize their worth, he simultaneously made each student feel as if they were his favorite. Mike's former students started the Mike Winston Scholarship...

Brett Hyrum Draper passed away Oct 30th at his home in Boise. He was born Dec 16th 1959 in Blackfoot, Idaho to John W. and Edna Wray Draper. Brett grew up and attended school in Wapello and Firth. He enjoyed spending time in the mountains near his home in Goshen and especially enjoyed riding horses in those mountains with his Dad. He loved the annual hunting trip to Pahsimeroi with is Dad, older brother and nephews. He was very close to his sister Carol she was like a second mom ,as she was 16 years older. When she passed away suddenly in 1976 Brett was devastated and his life took a turn that he struggled with for the rest of his time on earth. His struggles did not define him, he was...

On May 1, 1936 it was time for Steve to start his earthly journey. It was not the best of days. The doctors told grandpa he didn't know if he could save both grandma and the baby. With help I'm sure, Stephen Joseph was born and mom and baby were fine. He was born in Burley to Joe and Peggy Fredrickson. His dad owned a small farm in Declo. Steve's Grandpa Fredrickson lived with them and grandpa and Steve were very close. Grandpa would go get Steve up before the sun came up. Steve learned how to tell time and know numbers. Grandpa would open his pocket watch as the sun came up. Steve still has the pocket watch. When grandpa passed away Steve lost his best friend. His earliest...

Ada Hart Shumway, 102, of Idaho Falls, died September 22, 2023. She was born August 25, 1921 at Preston, Idaho to Arthur William and Ada Lowe Hart. Her immediate family consisted of nine brothers and one sister. She also had three half brothers and seven half sisters who were as dear to her as her own siblings. She grew up going to the movies at the local movie theater which she thoroughly enjoyed. She attended schools in Preston and eventually graduated from Preston High School. She later graduated from LDS Business College in Salt Lake City. During World War II, she worked at Insurance Equitable Life, Freed Motor Company and Remington Arms in Salt Lake City and Utah Depot in...

Manuel Pena, 68, of Shelley passed away September 9, 2023 and returned to his heavenly home, with his mother, grandmother, brothers, and many others who passed on before, excitedly waiting for him. He passed away at home surrounded by his children and grandchildren. He was in the loving care of Eden Home Health and Hospice. He was born to Eluterio and Dionicia Alvarez Pena in Goree, Texas on October 26, 1954. His family were migrant workers and traveled wherever they found work. He started working at a young age in the fields with his brothers. His greatest joy came in serving his community in Shelley as a volunteer fireman for 35 years. He loved helping with whatever celebration needed...

Ruth "Ann" Baty Nisson, 75, of Shelley passed away peacefully at her home on August 22, 2023. Ann was born August 27, 1947 in Brigham City, Utah to Carlisle and Ruth Burt Baty. Her parents owned a business in Brigham City. She enjoyed helping her father clean on weekends and helping herself to whatever treats were available. Ann attended school in Brigham City, graduating from Box Elder High School. She was a member of the Rocketts, her high school drill team. She enjoyed weekends at the family farm, playing with her cousins. After high school graduation she attended Utah State University at Logan, Utah, majoring in social work. Ann always wanted to be in a position to help those in...

Katherine Ann Bradley (Ann), 76, peacefully passed away August 19, 2023, surrounded by her family. Ann was born April 7, 1947, to Kenneth and Mary Elizabeth McIlhenny in Torrington, Wyoming. The family later moved to Colorado Springs, Colorado, where she graduated from high school. She was the oldest of three children and had a lifelong special bond with her sister, Faye. Ann married the love of her life, Mike Bradley, on February 5, 1969, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Into this marriage she brought her daughter Kelly and son Troy (whom Mike later adopted) and soon after they welcomed their son Jon. After Mike was discharged from the Air Force, they made their home in Shelley, Idaho. Ann worked...

On August 17, 2023, Dr. Charles (Chuck) Willson Higham, of Shelley, peacefully passed at the age of 92. His seven children spent the previous few days at his side sharing stories and reminiscing about his lifelong accomplishments. There is no doubt that countless people benefited from his kindness, generosity, and love of others. Chuck was born March 2, 1931, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, the second son of Joseph Lawrence Higham and Katherine Marie Goettsche Higham. When he was about one month old, the family returned to Swan Valley, where the longtime Higham family property remains. Chuck attended Rainy Dell Grade School in Swan Valley, and later moved to Idaho Falls in 9th grade to attend and...