Schwab-Matthew's Mortuary

Darlene Nelson Bee, 91, of Montpelier, Idaho, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 4, 2026, following a short stay at Bear Lake Memorial Hospital. Darlene was born to Fritz and Cora Teuscher on August 17, 1934, in Montpelier, Idaho. She grew up on a homestead in Geneva, Idaho, and attended school in both Geneva and Montpelier. Darlene met Dean Nelson just before he left for the Korean War. They corresponded for two years while he was away and married on November 22, 1952, just two weeks after he returned home. Darlene and Dean lived in Idaho Falls for the first few years of their marriage before returning to the Bear Lake Valley, living in Bloomington and eventually...

Chauncey Richard Roberts Jr., 85, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, surrounded by his wife, Dixie Dutson Roberts, and family. Born December 16, 1940, in Kemmerer, Wyoming, he was raised in Cokeville as the third of four children of Chauncey Richard Roberts and Jennie Adell Murphy Roberts. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Arlene Roberts Kennington and Joy Roberts Cassels. He is survived by his brother, Brent Roberts. From a young age, Chauncey worked alongside his father in the family construction business, C.R. Roberts & Sons. There, he developed the strong work ethic and steady, honest character that defined his life. A 1959 graduate of Cokeville High School, he...

Karen Passey Skinner, 89, our loving mother, sister, aunt, grandma, and friend passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Bear Lake Memorial Hospital on January 28th, 2026. Karen was born to William Warren Passey and Margaret Beryl Caldwell Passey in Lanark Idaho on February 25th, 1936. She was the second of five children Lawrence Keith Passey, Jeanette Payne, Julia Ann Howell, and Craig Warren Passey. Karen married Garald L Skinner on September 12th, 1955, in the Logan Temple. They lived In Logan until Garald finished College in 1957 and then moved to Nounan, ID where they lived until 1991 when they moved to Montpelier, ID They had four children Michelle (David), Higley,...

Karl Eugene Kunz, age 71, passed away after a short fight with Glioblastoma on January 13, 2026, at his home in Pocatello, Idaho surrounded by family. Prior to his funeral service, there will be a viewing at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints located at 124 Stringtown Lane in Georgetown, Idaho on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 9:30 to 10:45 A.M. Funeral Services will begin at 11:00 A.M. and will be live streamed on Schwab Matthews Mortuary Facebook page. Interment will be in the Georgetown Idaho Cemetery.

Dorothy Dean Povey Griffiths (99) formerly of Liberty, Idaho passed away at her home in Chubbuck, Idaho on December 28, 2025 She was born March 27, 1926, in Clifton, Idaho to Arthur and Martha Eldena Fredrickson Povey. She was their second daughter in a family of six children, Lorraine, Dorothy, Grant, Leonard, Carma and Eldon. Dorothy grew up in Clifton on the family farm in a home with parents who loved their children and taught them values such as hard work and the importance of family. Dorothy attended school in Clifton, graduating as the valedictorian of her High School senior class. She met Zeldon "Zed" King Griffiths while attending a high school dance. They continued dating...

Dorothy Dean Povey Griffiths (99) formerly of Liberty, Idaho passed away at her home in Chubbuck, Idaho on December 28, 2025 She was born March 27, 1926, in Clifton, Idaho to Arthur and Martha Eldena Fredrickson Povey. She was their second daughter in a family of six children, Lorraine, Dorothy, Grant, Leonard, Carma and Eldon. Dorothy grew up in Clifton on the family farm in a home with parents who loved their children and taught them values such as hard work and the importance of family. Dorothy attended school in Clifton, graduating as the valedictorian of her High School senior class. She met Zeldon "Zed" King Griffiths while attending a high school dance. They continued dating...

Patricia Anne Brooks, age 46, passed away on December 21, 2025, at the Huntsman Cancer Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Tricia faced her illness with remarkable strength, courage, and grace. After a fierce five-year battle with cancer, she finally found rest and is now with her loved ones who have gone before her. Tricia never allowed cancer to define who she was or dim the love she gave to those around her. Tricia was born on January 8, 1979, in West Valley City, Utah. She was the daughter of Craig W. Prows and Penny Lynn Prows. She spent her early childhood living in Magna, Utah and her teen years living in Kanosh, Utah. Tricia loved to spend her time with her brother Travis and together...

Grant Saunders Morgan, 84, of Liberty, Idaho passed away peacefully in his home on December 6, 2025, surrounded by those who loved him. Born on June 18, 1941, in Soda Springs, Idaho, he was raised on the family farm in Liberty and then fulfilled a life-long dream or raising his own family in the same house on the same beloved ground. Dad was the rock we all leaned on - the "go-to" for advice, comfort, fun, perspective, and always unfailing love. No matter the job, the project, the decision, the engineering feat, we could always count on Dad for the answer. Because of Dad we know self-sufficiency, we know how to re-jigger most projects, we all have an insane work ethic, and most importantly...

Carolyn Marie Skinner 73 Passed on November 10, 2025 Carolyn was surrounded by her loving family by her side. Carolyn was born May 9th, 1952, to Alfred & Geraldine Loertscher (LaRocco) in Montpelier, ID. Carolyn graduated from Bear Lake High School in 1970. After graduation she went to ITT Technical Institute in Boise, ID where she graduated from junior accounting in September 1972. Carolyn then met her loving husband Ron Skinner of 48 years in 1976 and later got married on February 10, 1977. One month later they had their first child, Michael Tyron Skinner. In 1979 they had their second child Timothy Jon Skinner and in 1980 they had their third child Tamara Sue...

Loyal Alma Hopkins, 97, died peacefully of conditions relating to old age, early Sunday morning, November 2, 2025, at Bear Lake Memorial Hospital in Montpelier, Idaho. Loyal was born July 30, 1928, to Alma Reber Hopkins and Myrintha Tolman Hopkins in Soda Springs, Idaho. Loyal was preceded in death by five sisters and one brother: Leora Peterson Hopkins Peck, Marva Hopkins Christman, Esther Hopkins Loveless Stoddard, Phyllis Hopkins Giles, Fern Hopkins Nelsen, and Clifford Tolman Hopkins. He was also preceded in death by his dear wife, Barbara Fay Sizemore Hopkins, who passed away on January 23, 2016. Loyal and Barbara Hopkins are survived by their five children: Mark Loyal...

Charles Richmond Massey, 84, of Paris, Idaho, passed away on Sept. 24, 2025, of natural causes. He was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, on Feb. 23, 1941, to Richmond "Stumpo" and Wylma Ceal Massey. He grew up and attended schools in Kingsville, Texas, graduating from King High School. He married his high school sweetheart, Loretta Revia, and they became the parents of three sons. They were later divorced. Chuck's lifelong trade was working as a pipeline welder. This trade took him to places all over the country, eventually to southwestern Wyoming and southeastern Idaho. It was here that he met and later married Ann Budge, on Oct. 23, 1981. This...

Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Law Enforcement Officer, Community Servant, and Friend to All Who Knew Him. John Victor Martinez, a devoted public servant, respected law enforcement officer, and cherished family man, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah, following a courageous battle with kidney cancer. He was 71. Born on April 20, 1954, in Embudo, New Mexico, to Ermalinda Gonzales and Crisoforo Martinez, John was lovingly raised by his sister, Marie Hendricks, whom he affectionately called "Mom." From an early age, he embodied a spirit of service and compassion that would define his life. On November 9, 1973, John married the love of...

Edward "Ed" Kay Payne, 66, passed away peacefully at home on August 10, 2025. He was born on July 22, 1959, and lived a life filled with love, laughter, and generosity. Ed is survived by his children, Chelsey (Carlin) Nye, Emily Payne, and Jacob (Ellie) Payne; his beloved grandchildren, Mia, Brielle, and Ryker Nye; his mother Darlene ; and his siblings Eric, Kerry, Randy, Ronnie, Marsha, Brenda, and Sharon. He was preceded in death by his father, Aland; his sister Ruth; and many dear friends and family members. A devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Ed lived his faith through kindness, service, and an open heart. Known for his love of talking with others,...

Rodney Mac Wallentine, 82, of Paris, Idaho, returned home to his Father in heaven August 5th, 2025, with loving family members by his side. Rodney was preceded in death by his loving wife, Verla Hansen Wallentine, of nearly 60 years as well as his parents, Charles Archibald Wallentine and Ruth Peterson Wallentine. He was preceded in death by his two siblings, Yvonne Wallentine Derricott and Cloyd C. Wallentine. Rodney learned to appreciate hard work while helping on his dad's ranch. He attended Fielding High School and made many lifelong friends with his basketball teammates and coaches. He served as an LDS missionary in the Netherlands where he enjoyed success, affirmed his own...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carol Ann Burdick Warren Davidson. She passed away peacefully on August 4 at the age of 78. She will be remembered and honored for her deeply meaningful contributions in the field of genealogy, her passionate love of music as well as her generous spirit and willingness to help others. She treasured spending time with her grandchildren and inspired others to appreciate nature and the beauty around them. She was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her, and her journey on this earth was one marked by compassion and unwavering faith. She is survived by her children, Rachel and Wendy, and her...

In Loving Memory of Brayden Frank Mosbrucker October 8, 1999 - July 19, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brayden Frank Mosbrucker, our beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. Brayden left this world far too soon on Saturday, July 19, 2025. Brayden was born on October 8, 1999, in Logan, Utah, to Stacy Mosbrucker and Lori Mosbrucker. As a child, he was full of energy and imagination ? a true lover of Spider-Man, fingerboards, baseball, and shooting hoops in the living room. But more than anything, he loved being with his family. Whether camping, fishing, or going to rodeos, Brayden was happiest when they were all together. As he grew older, Brayden became...

Our family's light flickers a little dimmer with the passing of Dennis LaRay Bird, on July 10, 2025. He passed away peacefully at the age of 93 due to natural progression of time. Reunited with the love of his life, Carolyn Lewis Bird, who preceded him in death. Born on November 15, 1931, in Dingle, Idaho, Dennis came into the world as a twin ? a fitting start for a life deeply rooted in family, faith, and hard work. He was the son of John Roy and Natalea Hansen Bird and grew up alongside his siblings: William "Bill" O'Neal Bird, Mary Christina Bird Peterson, Murline Bird Miller, Delmore Russel Bird, (who passed at a year of age) and his twin brother Darrell LeRoy Bird. One of Dennis's...

Shirley Rae Davenport Johnson, 81, passed away suddenly on April 26, 2025, with her eternal companion, Scott Nebeker Johnson, by her side. She was born on April 11, 1944, to John Revell Davenport and Barbara Erickson Davenport. She was the second of six children. Shirley was raised in Ogden, Utah. She treasured her family memories with her parents and siblings while camping, fishing, hunting, and non-stop laughter. During her education, she was a choir member and cheerleader and graduated from Bonneville High School in 1962. Shirley met the love of her life, Scott, while in Bear Lake at a family reunion. They dated throughout high school and were married shortly after graduation on June 8,...

Verla Wallentine, 79, of Paris, ID passed away peacefully on Easter morning, April 20, 2025, with her eternal companion by her side. Verla leaves behind a posterity to be proud of. She is survived by her sweetheart of nearly 60 years, Rodney Wallentine and their 5 children: Liesje Small, Curtis Wallentine, Terry Wallentine, Nicole Hill, Chris Wallentine, 23 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Verla was preceded in death by her parents Russell & Bernice Hansen and her older brother Lynn Hansen. She is also survived by her sister Lorna Sears. Verla was a busy body as a homemaker and was always working on some kind of a project. She was most comfortable in the home serving her...