Obituaries

Roger "Kip" Rhees

Roger "Kip" Rhees

May 12, 2026



Roger Kip Rhees, lovingly known as Kip, was born on September 5, 1961, in Ogden, Utah, to Kathrine Henderson and Roger Larry Rhees. He passed away on May 12, 2026, peacefully surrounded by love, leaving behind a life and legacy defined by faith, service, hard work, and unwavering devotion to his family.

Kip married his sweetheart, Susan Barker, on June 27,...

Maria D. Sanchez Camacho

Maria D. Sanchez Camacho

May 11, 2026

It is with profound sadness and endless love that we announce the passing of Maria D. Sanchez Camacho, who entered eternal rest on May 11, 2026, at the young age of 52. Maria was born on May 6, 1974, and was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. Forever remembered as “una guerrera fuerte de Dios” whose love...

Larry Dean Dahle

Larry Dean Dahle

May 10, 2026

Not all heroes wear capes. Some quietly anchor their entire family without wanting recognition or placing judgement.

Our dad was the kind of man that showed up for flat tires, hard days, broken fences, and every ordinary Tuesday in between. He was stubborn, sometimes funny, and always had a fishing pole in the back of his truck. He spent mornings at...

Carolyn Jeanne Kelly Smart

Carolyn Jeanne Kelly Smart

May 10, 2026

Carolyn Jeanne Kelly Smart, 76, was born July 23, 1949, in Salt Lake City, Utah to Keith and Betty Thorpe Kelly. She died on May 10, 2026, in Preston, Idaho, following a happy family gathering. Carolyn enjoyed a happy childhood in Salt Lake with her only brother, Colin. She graduated from East High School and attended the University of Utah....

James Marshall Kimball

James Marshall Kimball

May 4, 2026

James “Jim” Marshall Kimball, 86, passed away in Clifton, Idaho, on May 4, 2026. With his wife of 53 years by his side, he passed away leaving behind a legacy of hard work, service, and a belief that you help others simply because it’s the right thing to do.

Jim was born in West by God Virginia on December 11, 1939,...

Michael Guy Stenberg Jr.

Michael Guy Stenberg Jr.

May 3, 2026

Michael Guy Stenberg, Jr. laid down for his last Sunday afternoon nap on May 3, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family in Whitney, Idaho. He had fought a four-year battle with cancer.

Mike was born in Logan, Utah on December 2, 1952, to Michael Guy Stenberg, Sr. and Vera Nellie Bell as the only boy. He had four sisters:...

David Campi Sparks

David Campi Sparks

Apr 28, 2026

David Campi Sparks, 50, passed away on April 28th, 2026, at his family home after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Campi was born December 11th, 1975, in Logan Utah, the son of Nelda Marlene Jensen and David Mick Sparks, the middle child between his two sisters, Shandalin and Danea.

From his childhood into his adult life, you could find Campi playing...

Leo C Geddes

Leo C Geddes

Apr 28, 2026

Leo C. Geddes passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in Smithfield, Utah.

He was born July 19, 1938, in Banida, Idaho, on the family farm, alongside his twin brother, Cleo Geddes. He grew up in Banida,with three brothers and one sister. He graduated from Preston High School and attended Utah State University. He married DeAnn Dunkley in the Logan LDS Temple,...

Joyce Smith Gilbert

Joyce Smith Gilbert

Apr 27, 2026



Joyce Smith Gilbert passed away peacefully at home April 27, 2026, at the age of 98. She was born on January 23, 1928, in a humble home on her Grandpa Smith’s farm near Lewiston, UT. Joyce was the fourth of eight children born to Alma Borman and Phyllis Workman Smith. Her early years were spent in a small, two-bedroom home....

Vicky Lynn Austin Kaae

Vicky Lynn Austin Kaae

Apr 26, 2026

Vicky Lynn Austin Kaae passed away at 73 in her home. She was surrounded by people she loved. Vicky was born in Malad Idaho to Donna Elizabeth Perry and Merlin “Swede” Austin on July 18, 1952. She moved to Preston shortly after.

Vicky married Garry Kaae on January 16, 1972, in Hyrum Utah. They have been married for 54 years. She...

Cynthia "Cyndie" Hollingsworth Jacobson

Cynthia "Cyndie" Hollingsworth Jacobson

Apr 25, 2026

Cynthia “Cyndie” Hollingsworth Jacobson, of Weston, passed away on April 25, 2026, in Preston, Idaho, from complications related to multiple strokes.

Cyndie was born on March 3, 1957, in Preston, Idaho, to William “Bill” Hollingsworth and Maureen Howell Hollingsworth. She was the oldest of three children and was raised in Preston in the family home on 1st East. She shared her...

Sefton "Sef" Patric Wilde

Sefton "Sef" Patric Wilde

Apr 23, 2026

Sefton “Sef” Patric Wilde, 40, passed away on April 23, 2026, in Preston, Idaho. He was born on October 3, 1985, in Polson, Montana to Rob and Pat Wilde.

He loved his wife Erin and his children Maggie, Porter, Gid and MJ more than anything else in this world. Sef always wanted people to feel safe and comfortable. He enjoyed spending...

Derek Wayne Liebes

Derek Wayne Liebes

Apr 21, 2026

Derek Wayne Liebes, 36, of Roy, Utah, passed away on April 21st at 9:35 AM. Born in Logan, Utah, Derek lived a life defined by resilience, laughter, and an enormous heart for the people he loved.

Derek attended Bonneville High School, where he formed one of the most important friendships of his life with his lifelong best friend, Nathaniel Ford. He...

Rex Darwin Petersen

Rex Darwin Petersen

Apr 13, 2026

A loving Heavenly Father called Rex Darwin Petersen back home on April 13, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with sugar diabetes. He was born March 14, 1948, in Star Valley, Wyoming. He was 78 years old. When he was seven years old, his family moved to Magna, Utah, where he spent the rest of his growing up years.

After...

Darlene Green Barnes

Darlene Green Barnes

Apr 10, 2026

Darlene Barnes (Green), age 92, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026, in Bonner's Ferry, Idaho. Born on July 27, 1933, in Franklin, Idaho, Darlene lived a life filled with love, service, and dedication to her family and community. 

Darlene was the daughter of Glen LeRoy Green and Cynthia Elda Neeley Green. She grew up in Farmington, Utah. She carried the...

Albert Lee Jensen

Albert Lee Jensen

Apr 9, 2026

Albert Lee Jensen, 73, passed away April 9, 2026, at home in Idaho Falls, Idaho, surrounded by family. He was born on May 5, 1953, in Oceanside, California, the oldest of 10 children to Jerry Lee Jensen and Verla Anne Jensen.

He is survived by 4 of his 5 children, Jennifer Jensen of Idaho Falls; Rob (Jamee) Jensen of Inkom, Idaho;...

Dennis Cole Bosworth

Dennis Cole Bosworth

Apr 8, 2026

Dennis Cole Bosworth, 77, passed away April 8, 2026, in Preston, Idaho. He was born on February 13, 1949, in Preston, Idaho, to Reid Cole Bosworth and Jenell Larsen Bosworth. He was raised in Preston and remained deeply connected to the community he loved.

Dennis graduated from Preston High School and went on to graduate from Utah State University in 1972...

Michael James Lindhardt

Michael James Lindhardt

Apr 8, 2026

Michael James Lindhardt (59), a loving husband, dedicated father, and proud ‘Papa’, passed away on April 8, 2026 in his home surrounded by family after a noble seven year battle with brain cancer. Mike was born on April 15, 1966 to Sherman and Mary Jean Lindhardt in Preston, Idaho. When Mike was four years old his parents settled in Smithfield,...

Cheryl Karen Paxton Cope

Cheryl Karen Paxton Cope

Apr 5, 2026



Cheryl Karen Cope passed away on April 5, 2026, in Bonita Springs, FL, having lived under her daughter’s care in Cape Coral, FL for the past two years. Cheryl was born on May 28, 1941, in Ogden, UT to Charles Wilson Paxton and Henrietta May (Burt) Paxton. She graduated from Ogden High School and attended Weber State College. A strong-willed,...

Richard Lynn Denton

Richard Lynn Denton

Apr 2, 2026

Richard L. Denton, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, at the age of 81. He was born on November 9, 1944, in Treasureton, Idaho, to Malcolm and Ida Beth Denton, the oldest of five children. 

Richard grew up with a strong sense of responsibility and leadership. He attended Preston High School, where he played...