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Howard Keith Couch, 84, passed away on January 30, 2023, after a bout with cancer. Keith was born November 25, 1938, in Rexburg, Idaho, to Howard William Couch and Thella Hess Couch. He lived most of his life in Idaho Falls, where he attended school at Emerson Elementary, OE Bell Jr. High School, and Idaho Falls High School. During high school, he enjoyed playing the trumpet in the band and as part of a performance trio. He briefly worked with chemicals at the Idaho Nuclear Laboratory before attending Utah State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. After serving an LDS mission in New Zealand, he attended dental school at Oregon Health and Science University in...

Marianne Hilmer Hardy passed away at her home on January 29, 2023, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, after a long and valiant fight with a terminal illness. She was born in Saint Anthony, Idaho, on January 17, 1950, to Grace Erma Cotterell and Royce Vernal Hilmer. Marianne lived her early life in Ashton, Idaho. When she was in the fifth grade the family moved to Pocatello, Idaho, living where her father worked at Rowland's Dairy. Their parents divorced soon after the move and Grace and the kids moved to a residential park at the Pocatello Air Port. Marianne went to middle school and high school in American Falls. She had many very good teachers and loved to learn. She enrolled to attend Idaho...

Marianne Hilmer Hardy passed away at her home on January 29, 2023, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, after a long and valiant fight with a terminal illness. She was born in Saint Anthony, Idaho, on January 17, 1950, to Grace Erma Cotterell and Royce Vernal Hilmer. Marianne lived her early life in Ashton, Idaho. When she was in the fifth grade the family moved to Pocatello, Idaho, living where her father worked at Rowland's Dairy. Their parents divorced soon after the move and Grace and the kids moved to a residential park at the Pocatello Air Port. Marianne went to middle school and high school in American Falls. She had many very good teachers and loved to learn. She enrolled to attend Idaho...

Robert "Bob" Allen Lyda, 66, of Hagerman, Idaho, after a brave fight with cancer and surrounded by his family, went home to be with his Heavenly Father, on January 28, 2023. Bob was born October 7, 1956, in Twin Falls, Idaho, to Cliff and Virginia Lyda. He grew up in Boise, Idaho, and graduated from Capital High School. On June 7, 1975, Bob married Susan "Sue" Lee, his high school sweetheart and the absolute love of his life of 48 years. Bob and Sue made their home in Hagerman, Idaho, where he worked for Idaho Power as a Hydro Specialist and retired after 30 years. Bob was a dedicated and loving dad to their three children and spouses, "Bompa" to eleven grandchildren and was excited for...

Robert "Bob" Allen Lyda, 66, of Hagerman, Idaho, after a brave fight with cancer and surrounded by his family, went home to be with his Heavenly Father, on January 28, 2023. Bob was born October 7, 1956, in Twin Falls, Idaho, to Cliff and Virginia Lyda. He grew up in Boise, Idaho, and graduated from Capital High School. On June 7, 1975, Bob married Susan "Sue" Lee, his high school sweetheart and the absolute love of his life of 48 years. Bob and Sue made their home in Hagerman, Idaho, where he worked for Idaho Power as a Hydro Specialist and retired after 30 years. Bob was a dedicated and loving dad to their three children and spouses, "Bompa" to eleven grandchildren and was excited for...

Robert (Bob) Randall Jones, age 97, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully January 26, 2023, surrounded by his four children. He was born July 25, 1925, in Lorenzo, Idaho, to Joseph Thomas Jones and Verna Leone Randall Jones. Bob grew up and attended schools in Rexburg, Idaho. His father and mother died in 1940 and 1941 leaving five children, ages 7 to 18. They continued to live together in the family home until each got married. Bob graduated from Madison High School in 1943 and enlisted in the Army Air Corps. He trained as a fighter pilot, receiving his pilot wings and officer commission at age 19. At war's end he returned home to his siblings and enrolled in Rick's College...

Jay Dail Webb, 67, passed away January 25, 2023, at Idaho Falls Community Hospital. Jay was born August 20, 1955, in Wichita, Kansas, to Theodore and Ardeth Webb. During his childhood, Jay lived in Wichita, Kansas, Juneau and Anchorage, Alaska, and Pocatello, Idaho. He graduated from Pocatello High School in 1974. He then attended Idaho State University where he met the love of his life, Kelli Welker. It was love at first sight, and they were together from then on. Jay and Kelli were married on March 13, 1976, in Idaho Falls. They lived in Vancouver, Washington, and Reno, Nevada, before settling in Idaho Falls to raise their family. Jay worked as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and...

Vickii Sargent, 63, of Idaho Falls, passed away January 25, 2023, at Teton Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation. Vickii was born January 5, 1960, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Max Raymond Sargent and Ila Beth Davis Sargent. She grew up in Idaho Falls and attended the Child Development Center and Developmental Workshop. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She enjoyed crafting, puzzles, knitting, and loved Elvis Presley. Vickii is survived by her loving brother, Bart (Suzanne) Sargent of Idaho Falls, ID. She was preceded in death by her parents, Max and Beth Sargent; and brother, Val Sargent. Private family services will be held. Burial in the Ucon...

Patsy Ruth White Hathaway passed away January 23, 2023, at MorningStar Senior Living in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Pat was born March 29, 1935, to John Wesley White and Myrle Miller White in her parents home in St. Anthony, Idaho. She grew up and attended schools in Idaho Falls and St. Anthony, graduating from South Fremont High School. On May 29, 1953, Pat married Wayne G. Hathaway in the Idaho Falls Temple. They made their homes in St. Anthony; Logan, Utah; Las Vegas, Nevada; Shelley, Idaho; and Idaho Falls, Idaho. Pat was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in numerous callings from the time she was 13. She served a two-year Stake Mission while Wayne was...

Letha Louise (Lee) Thompson, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2023, capping off a vibrant, fulfilling and joyful life of 96 years. She joins her beloved husband, Charles K. Thompson, who predeceased her in 2018, and her dear son Charles Roussin Thompson, who predeceased her in 2020. She was born in Eldon, Missouri on July 25, 1926, to Mary Jane (n?e Speakman) and Victor H. Roussin. The youngest of three girls, her sisters dubbed her "Queen" and loved to dress her up as their doll. Though raised during the Depression, she often described her childhood as a happy one, recalling train rides to St. Louis (her father was an engineer on the railroad) and visiting her grandparents at their...

Lynn did not wish to have an obituary. However, given all the lives she touched, her family wanted those who loved her to to know that she passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family. In the words of Buddha, "Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared." The world is a much brighter place with all the candles she lit. Until we meet again, we love you - Gary, Ann, Mark, Brendon, Rachel, and David. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.woodfuneralhome.com.