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02/26/2026

Thomas Lloyd Austin, 65, of Clarkston, died Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, at his home with family at his side. Tom was a free spirit to those who knew him, and a wild child to those who raised him. A brother to some and a friend to many. He loved animals and the outdoors. He had an eye for noticing the little things that most do not. Tom would and did, give the shirt off his back to anyone who might need it.

You're the warmth of the sunshine on a summer day
The wolves in harmony when they bay
The caterpillar as he crawls away
The river that winds through the mountains to the pend Oreille
The smoke of a camp fire reaching for the night sky
The ripple in the water from the splash of a trout.
You're never gone, you are what life is all about.
A life lived to the fullest and free as a bird
with the most beautiful song I've ever heard.
I love you Uncle Tom ❤️
Until we meet again

Tom is survived by his sons, Adam T. Austin of Coeur d' Alene, ID and Jacob A. Austin of Sandpoint, ID. Daughter Katie A. Austin of Coeur d' Alene, ID. His Mother Helen Louise Austin of Clarkston, WA. Brother Todd L. Austin of Los Banos, CA. Sister Linda L. Lund of Coeur d' Alene, ID. Grandchildren; Jude A. Austin of Sandpoint, Cannon Adams, of Coeur d' Alene, and Mary Eliza of Coeur d' Alene.

Tom is preceded in death by his father Alvin LeRoy Austin, and his sister Loretta Ann Dodd.

A Graveside service was held February 25, 2026 at Vineland Cemetery. To send condolences and sign our electronic memory book. Click the link below:
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02/25/2026

Tyler W. Kinzer
1988-2026

With the love of his life by his side, Tyler went to be with his beloved Grandma Elaine on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026.

Tyler’s life had many chapters, but the one he cherished the most was his family. He met Kaleigh in 2004 and they have made a life together since. In 2011, their son Seth was born, and then in 2013, their daughter Kinley. He doted on them, as they were his greatest achievements. He never missed a band concert, a sporting event or a dance recital, or a trip to the cabin. He lived his life through them. They all survive him at their home in Clarkston.

Also surviving him, his mom Cindy and Chris Currin, his dad Faron Hough, his brothers Houston Hough (Shanny), Gunnar Hough (Becki) and Race Currin, brother-in-law Chase Spindler (Esther), his nephew Carter and nieces Taelyr and baby Kale, Grandpa Marvin Kinzer and Grandpa Boyd Hough, his in-laws Don and Nancy Spindler a well as many uncles and aunts and cousins.

The funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 1109 Chestnut St., Clarkston. Burial to follow at Vineland Cemetery in Clarkston.

In lieu of flowers, there are accounts set up for Seth and Kinley at LCCU in their names.

The online book of memories is available to sign at merchantfuneralhome.com.

May he rest in peace.

02/25/2026

Leona Ann Becker Armstrong, 93, of Lewiston, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by family, Friday, Feb. 20, 2026.

Leona was born Aug. 10, 1932, in Bemidji, Minn., to Andrew and Gladys (McManus) Becker. She was the eldest of five children. In 1945, her family moved to Clarkston, and the following year settled in Reubens. She graduated from Reubens High School in 1950.

Leona met the love of her life at the Spokane County Fair while showing her 4-H steer. A tall, handsome young man from Lewiston, Thomas “Tom” Armstrong, caught her eye, and the two were married in 1951. Shortly thereafter, Tom enlisted in the United States Air Force, and the couple spent four years stationed at various locations across the country.

Following Tom’s military service, they made their home in Craigmont and later in Lewiston, where Leona worked as a secretary for the Orchards Elementary School District. In 1963, they returned to Reubens to farm alongside Leona’s father. Over the next two decades, she worked as a bookkeeper for several businesses. In the early 1980s, Leona and Tom moved to Alaska, where she continued her bookkeeping career. In 1996, they returned to the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley to enjoy their retirement years.

Leona was a devoted member of the Catholic Daughters for most of her life. She cherished her faith, her friendships and, above all, her family.

She is survived by her daughter, Rebecca Armstrong, and her husband, Norm Schoessler, of Pasco; her brother, Ralph Becker, of Clarkston; her sister, Barbara, and her husband, Alan Kotz, of Lake Oswego, Ore.; and several beloved nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m., Friday, Feb. 27, at All Saints Catholic Church, 3330 14th St., Lewiston. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to All Saints Catholic Church.

02/24/2026

Larry Edward “Copey” Copenspire, 84, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026. Born Aug. 29, 1941, to Edwin Copenspire and Velma “Peggy” Howerton, Larry grew up in Spalding, where he was lovingly raised by his grandparents, owners of the local restaurant and tire shop known as Copey’s. He attended school in Lapwai and graduated from Lapwai High School before spending several years at the University of Idaho. Larry married Rita Williams in 1963 and they raised their two children Darin and Lisa before divorcing in 1986. He married Peggy Kramer Wimer in 1988 and gained two more children, Kim and Bob Wimer.

Larry built a life defined by hard work, loyalty and a deep love of the outdoors. He spent his early years logging in Coffman Cove, Alaska, and Elk River, later working as a truck and machinery operator for Atlas Sand and Rock. He went on to serve in road construction for Poe Asphalt as a truck driver, truck boss and asphalt plant manager. He made his home in Clarkston, where he lived most of his adult life.

Friends knew him as “Copey,” a man who loved anything with an engine — especially if it went fast. He enjoyed fishing, camping, riding his four-wheeler, shooting, photography and computer flight simulators. He was an enthusiastic sports fan, cheering for football, Gonzaga basketball, wrestling and track and he proudly served as president of the Clarkston Bantam Boosters in the early 1980s. One of his greatest joys was the home he designed overlooking the river, where he spent countless hours watching tugboats and cruise ships pass by.

Above all, Larry cherished his family, his pets and the simple pleasures of a life well lived. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Kramer Copenspire; his children Darin Copenspire, Kim Casey, Lisa Copenspire Ross and Bob Wimer; and a large and loving family of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He will be remembered for his humor, curious nature and the generous heart he shared with everyone fortunate enough to know him.

Services will be held Thursday, Feb. 26, at Mountain View Funeral Home, 3521 Seventh St., Lewiston, with a viewing at 1 p.m. and services at 2 p.m. There will be a reception following the service at the Hells Canyon Grand Hotel, 621 21st St., Lewiston.

02/22/2026

Jack Stanford Anderson, 91, passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, while in the care of Evergreen Estates, hospice and family.

Jack was born on Feb. 24, 1934, in Conroe, Texas, to Marvin and Ada (Tyler) Anderson. The family soon moved to Broken Arrow, Okla., and then to Claremore, Okla. Jack attended local schools before embarking on the adventure of being a rodeo cowboy. He competed in the bull riding event and enjoyed good success. An early marriage to Mary Ann Holman ended in divorce. Jack served in the U.S. Army and while stationed at the Yakima Firing Center he met his wife, JoAnn Weinman. They were married Nov. 29, 1958, until her death Jan. 29, 2003.

Jack was a skillful mechanic. He had a long career with the Bureau of Indian Affairs Irrigation District in Wapato, Wash. He retired as the shop foreman. For over 20 years Jack was the lead singer in a country-western band, playing all the local Yakima-area clubs and as the entertainment for weddings. He had a large and loyal fan base. In his retirement years, Jack continued to enjoy his ham radio station and near-daily varmint hunts. Toward the end of his life, he moved to Pomeroy to be close to his daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Sanford Bates.

Jack is survived by his children; Louis (Shelly) Gardner, Claremore, Okla.; Sandra (Sanford) Bates, Pomeroy; and Judy (Daniel) Ames, Plessis, N.Y., also grandchildren: Anthony (Andrea) Bates, Lahnau, Germany; Sarah (Brian) Power, Moscow; Amanda (Robert) Boquist, Southern Pines, N.C.; Mackenzie Gardner, Okla., and eight great-grandchildren. Jack is also survived by his sisters Patricia Adams, of Claremore, and Betty (Lee) Deal, Bartlesville, Okla. Jack is predeceased by his brother J.B. “Andy” Anderson.

We would like to extend a special thank you to all the staff at Evergreen Estates and Home Elite Hospice. They were a wonderful help and support to Dad and to us during these last days.

There will be a memorial service at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 27, at Grace Reformed Church, 1102 Diagonal St., Clarkston. A graveyard service will follow at 2 p.m. at the Pomeroy Cemetery.

02/22/2026

One of the bright lights for generations of live theater fans went out when Fred H. Scheibe died on Feb. 7, 2026, in Lewiston.

He was born in Kamiah to Sidney S. and Lucille (Evans) Scheibe on Jan. 28, 1934, and later moved to Lewiston. While he was attending elementary school in Kamiah, his mother introduced him to tap dancing lessons, and he danced for the rest of his life. While he was attending Lewiston High School, he took dance training at the University of Idaho, and when he graduated in 1952, his UI professors urged him to move on to training at the American Theatre Wing in New York. He took that leap of faith and went. His training was interrupted when he was drafted into the U.S. Army, and served as a paratrooper at Fort Bragg, N.C. After his discharge, he returned to New York to dance in shows on and off Broadway and in the dance circuit along the East Coast for more than 10 years before returning home to Lewiston.

Thinking his musical theater years were behind him, he took a job in the offices of the railroad. Members of the local amateur theater group who knew of his professional experience pursued him to direct shows for them. Though he saw himself as a dancer, not a director, they wore him down and finally convinced him to try. A tectonic shift in the arts and culture of the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley and beyond was put into motion.

It became apparent to everyone who worked with him that Fred was not only a gifted director, but a talented choreographer, coach and businessman. The little group of players in the tiny porthouse on the beach grew into a dynamic, award-winning group which in 1969 became known as the Lewiston Civic Theatre. Later, the city of Lewiston recognized his contribution to the community and created a position in the parks and recreation that paid for his direction of the theater.

Fred did not seek recognition for himself, but used the high standards he gained through his professional training and experience to create the best musical theater experience possible. Because it was obvious that he wanted the best for them, he could demand everyone push themselves to discover their best. Some went on to have professional acting, choreography and dancing careers. Many others claim that the success they found in other walks of life was due to things they learned by working with Fred in theater.

For the next 50 years, his passion for theater transformed the lives not only of those who participated in the shows, but of those in the community, as well. In January of 1975, a prominent civic theater in Georgia lured him to leave Lewiston, but he quickly discovered that he could not adhere to the racial attitudes he was expected to follow, and he happily returned home to Lewiston in August of that year. Fred’s direction led shows to win local and national competitions, including the Idaho Arts Award he received from Gov. Cecil Andrus in 1992. He worked with schools, colleges and multiple other communities to bring excellence to theatrical performances. Most notably, he traveled to Twin Falls annually to direct and choreograph musicals for the Dilletantes of Magic Valley. It was there he started working with Sharon Warner, a music teacher who became accompanist and vocal coach for Fred’s shows. She later moved to Lewiston and became his life partner and traveling companion for the last 20 years of his life. In 2000, the community celebrated Fred’s retirement as director of the theater, but he would continue to come back to direct musicals off and on until the COVID-19 pandemic.

Fred loved to travel with Sharon and with other loved ones to see the world and experience theater. From Broadway and London to Egypt and multiple Shakespeare festivals, by car, plane or cruise ship Fred was happy to go.

Fred treasured his Scheibe and Evans family connections and was always game for a competitive round of cards, dominoes or Farkle. He is survived by his partner Sharon Warner, his uncle Jim Evans, aunt LaVonne King, three nephews and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Stan and his sister Joanie.

A celebration of his life will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, in the old Lewiston High School auditorium, 1114 Ninth Ave., Lewiston.

02/22/2026

Roger Nelson Baker, 84, of Clarkston, and formerly of Pomeroy, peacefully passed away in his sleep at his home on Sunday Feb. 15, 2026, from heart failure. Roger was a beloved husband, father and grandfather and friend to so many.

Roger was born March 29, 1941, to Thelma and Lowell Baker in Pomeroy at their family farm on Bell Plain Road. Roger grew up on the family farm along with his baby sister Pam. They grew up working on their family farm covering various ranches in the Mayview area of Pomeroy on the breaks of the Snake River. Roger enjoyed many sports like football and raising steers as FFA projects, graduating from Pomeroy in 1959. He attended Washington State University and Columbia Basin College for a short time before working as an agronomist in the Quincy, Wash., area.

He married Carol Wassard, of Pomeroy, and had two children Terry Baker and Katrina Baker and later adopted a daughter Tammy Baker. They lived on the family farm in the Mayview area where he helped run the family farm with his father Lowell. Their marriage ended in divorce, and in 1983 he married the love of his life, Diane K. Ruchert, along with her two children, Monica Keatts and Gary Peters. He then helped raise all of his kids while farming with his father, Lowell, on various ranches in the Pomeroy area. He always enjoyed watching all of the kids’ activities including raising animals for the Spokane Junior Livestock show where he was barn superintendent as well as a respected board member.

In 1996, he stepped away from farming to move to Clarkston where he began a new career of one of his lifelong passions of driving trucks. He began with Baker Truck Lines and then DeAtley Corporation before being selected as one of the mixer truck drivers for the newly formed Atlas Sand and Rock Concrete division. Roger was always known for being an incredibly skilled driver and was a favorite among his fellow drivers and construction customers.

After retiring from Atlas he enjoyed working as a pilot car driver helping guide heavy loads around the area as well as helping his kids in their heavy equipment business.

Roger was always known for his amazing work ethic and always being on time and his willingness to help anyone in need. Roger was always up early and lived life to the fullest every day of his life. He was also a role model to nearly anyone and everyone that he came in contact with. He enjoyed riding all types of motorcycles as well as leading or being involved in many different mens groups and Bible studies and was a staple in Canyons Church in Clarkston. Roger spent a great deal of his time later in life following and enjoying all of his kids and grandkids activities which took him all over the country and all over the world.

Roger was an amazing husband, father, grandfather and friend. His legacy of being an amazing man will live on for generations to come. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Lowell and Thelma Baker; and his daughter Katrina Baker. He is survived by the love of his life and wife Diane Baker, sister Pam (Jan) Schmaling, son Terry (Dana) Baker, daughter Monica (Larry) Keatts, son Gary (Jill) Peters; grandchildren Brandon (Heidi) Baker, Katelyn (Tanner) Shelton, Cole Keatts, Tyler Peters, Gracie Peters, Charley Peters, Piper Peters and Taylor (Chris) Walker; great-grandchildren Brandon (L.😎 McLean, Cassidy Baker, Buster Shelton, Posie Shelton, Ellery Willcuts and Benny Walker.

A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, at the Hangar 180 Aircraft Museum at the Lewiston Airport, located at the corner of 3517 Fifth St., Lewiston. Lunch will be served afterward along with a time to share honoring Roger.

02/22/2026

Mary Louise Shaner passed away peacefully Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, with family at her side.

Louise was born April 11, 1939, in Lewiston, to Fred W. Shaner and Harriet “Hattie” E. (Squires) Shaner. She was the second of four children. She lived at Kooskia untill age 8 when the family moved to Asotin. She graduated from Asotin High School in 1957. She continued her education at Easten Washington College and Warner Pacific College.

Upon graduation she went to work for Idaho First National Bank (now U.S. Bank) for approximately 33 years until a serious auto accident ended her career.

Besides her family and many friends, Louise cherished her pet dogs that were her lifelong companions. She enjoyed fostering dogs for Helping Hands Rescue and caring for the birds that frequently visited her yard.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Jo Anne Miller, her infant brother, Gordon and her nephew, Todd Shaner. She is survived by her brother, Robert Shaner, of Clarkston, three nieces, a nephew and three godchildren.

Louise wished to express her love and appreciation to all her surviving friends and family for their love, friendship and support over the years. A graveside service will be announced at a later date.

Please consider a memorial donation to Helping Hands Rescue, P.O. Box 1975, Lewiston, ID 83501 or the Asotin County Museum, P.O. Box 367, Asotin, WA. 99402.

02/21/2026

Hope McConnell, of Lewiston, was born Dec. 14, 2025, and passed away Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, at only 2 months old and loved by everyone.

She is survived by her mommy Alexandra Brown, daddy Patrick McConnell, brother Cacie Brown, grandma Mary McConnell, grandma Roberta McConnell, grandma Brandy Larsen, grandpa Joseph Larsen, grandpa Alvin Strickland, grandma Jen Gramble, great-grandpa Robert Larsen, great-grandpa Tim McConnell and great-grandma Kelly McConnell, aunt Abigail Brown, aunt Roberta “Auntie B” McConnell, aunt Samantha Larsen, along with many more aunts and uncles.

A rosary will be recited at 3 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 26 at Merchant Funeral Home, 1000 Seventh St., Clarkston. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Feb. 27, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 1109 Chestnut St., Clarkston.

Donations can be made to the family of Hope by clicking the link below.
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02/21/2026

Tom Kelly left this earth for his eternal home Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026.

Thomas Dale Kelly was born to Clarence and Marie Kelly on June 12, 1933. He graduated from Lawrenceville Township High School in 1952. He lettered four years in basketball and track. He lettered three years in football, suffering a neck injury that kept him from playing his senior year. His basketball team went to state his sophomore and senior years. He was one of the five selected for the State of Illinois for the All State Basketball Team. In 2006, Tom was inducted into the Lawrenceville Basketball Hall of Fame.

Tom married his high school sweetheart, Emma Sue Whittaker on June 20, 1952. He worked at the Texaco Refinery in Lawrenceville for eight years then moved to Pomeroy Nov. 30, 1960. Tom worked for the Ledgerwood Brothers, Dye Seed Ranch, John Cardwell Ranch, Garfield County Road Department and retired as the leadman of the Washington Department of Transportation in June 1998. He enjoyed his grandkids and attended their sports and other activities. He also loved to hunt, trap and golf. Tom enjoyed his workshop and built birdhouses, furniture and other crafts for his family and friends after retirement.

Tom was a member of the Pomeroy Christian Church, State and National Trapper Associations and NRA. He also served in the National Guard while living in Illinois.

Tom is survived by his children, Tom (Dort), of Pomeroy, Jon (Kelly), of Pomeroy and Tami (Mark) Morgan, of Richland; grandchildren, Elijah (Julie), Rachael (Ernie) Ge**er, Michael (Larissa), Justin (Krista), Brooke and Dani Sue; great-grandchildren: Jayden, Makayla, Aubree, Malachi, Lexis, Hoyt, Braxton, Jack, Case and Sam. He is also survived by four brothers: Dean, Leonard, Duck and Joe. He was preceded in death by his wife Sue; one sister Virginia; and three brothers: Jerry, Jim and Chuck.

Tom’s family takes comfort in his life lived as a believer and follower of Christ and that he was looking forward to waking up in heaven.

A family graveside is planned for both Mom and Dad later this spring. The family would like to thank the Royal Plaza staff and the doctors, nurses and care teams at TriState Health for their excellent care and compassion shown to Dad and us.

Memorials may be made to Pomeroy Christian Church, P.O. Box 699, or to the Pomeroy Food Bank, P.O. Box 15, both in Pomeroy, WA 99347.

02/21/2026

Sherri Rae Eden-Church, 61, of Medical Lake, Wash., passed away Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, at her daughter’s home in Lewiston.

Sherri was born Oct. 19, 1964, in Everett, Wash., to Ronald Osborn and Imogene Denny. She graduated from Lewiston High School and later with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology through the University of Phoenix.

She married her soulmate Ken Church on Oct. 28, 2017 in Clarkston, and they made their home in Medical Lake.

She worked for the law offices of Jim Grow, as a paralegal for several years; for Ed Liteneker; for Julie Twyford Law Office; but most importantly, her dream job as an investigator for adult protective services for the state of Washington.

Sherri was truly a loving mother, Maemae and devoted wife, and she had a caring heart. She was a very family-oriented person and loved spending every minute with her family. Sherri also enjoyed cooking, gardening, in her fairy garden, karaoking, dancing and going on vacation with her husband and family.

Sherri is survived by her husband Ken, of Medical Lake; daughters Amber Holliday-Shepard, of Clarkston, Aubrey Mimier, of Clarkston, Brionna Mimier, of Lewiston and Ashly Mimier, of Spokane; her mother, Imogene Domolecny, of Clarkston; grandchildren Ella Mathew, Aiden, Sayler,Willow and Zaydee; her brothers Dale Gleason, Glenn Brentner and Kelly Brentner; and her sister Anita Gleason-Stearns, of Lewiston. She was preceded in death by her father Ronald Osborn; sister Sheryl; and brother Darren Osborn.

A celebration of life will take place at 1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 28, at Echo Hills Church, 3215 Echo Hills Drive, Lewiston, with Pastor Brad Bramlet officiating. A reception will follow at M J Barleyhopper’s, 621 21st St., Lewiston.

02/19/2026

Nancy Ellen Brant-Wiemer went to be with Jesus May 30th, 2025. She was 82 years old. Nancy was born May 14th, 1943 in Buffalo, New York to Theodore and Pearl Brant. Nancy and her 2 siblings were at a very young age when the family moved to Hope, Idaho. After a divorce, they moved to Usk, WA, where she graduated from Cusick High School in 1962.

At age 13, Nancy met the true love of her life and soul mate Edwin Wiemer. They married in 1962 and were together 59 years until his death in September, 2021. Ed and Nancy had their first son Gary in 1963 in Spokane, WA. The 3 of them lived in Spokane until 1964, then relocated in West Chicago Illinois. Their second son Ed Jr. was born in 1965 and their 3rd son Bill was born in 1968. In 1972, the family relocated back to Spokane, WA and had their 4th son Jeff in 1973. A year later the family moved to Asotin, WA.

Nancy worked at St Josephs hospital from 1980 to 1989 as a seamstress. In 1989 to 2006 she worked at Clarkston Care Center for Larry Robeson and became great friends. She had many friends, especially Rosanne Hough, Donna Manchester, and Clara Reedy.

Nancy was very much involved in sports with her boys and loved to attend all the games. Later in life she enjoyed that same tradition with all of her grandchildren.

Nancy is survived by her sons Gary, (Julie) Ed Jr. , Bill and Jeff (Shelly); her brothers Joe (Clara) and Darrell Reedy; 12 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Nancy was preceded in death by her father Theodore; her mother Pearl; Stepfather Don; sisters Pat and Donna; brother Bill and daughter-in-law Quanah.

A celebration of life will be held at 1 PM March 7, 2026 at the Asotin Cemetery with a reception following at the Asotin Lions Club.

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