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11/05/2025

Edward “Ed” Paul Kerns, 76, of Kingston, Idaho, beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025, at his home in Kingston. Edward was born on December 22, 1948, at the old Wardner Hospital in Kellogg, Idaho, a son of the late Clarence and Iola (Fike) Kerns.

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11/04/2025

If someone you love is grieving, don’t worry about finding the perfect words—just being present matters most.

11/02/2025

Marilyn Alice Welch

Marilyn “Mary” Alice Welch, 75, of Osburn, ID, passed away on October 21, 2025 at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, ID. Marilyn was born on July 27, 1950 in Fort Smith, AR, a daughter of the late Jess Belle “JB” and Thena Harwood.

Marilyn graduated from Sallisaw High School in Sallisaw, OK. She later went on to work and retire as a customer service representative at the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. Mary was very active in her church including participating in mission trips to build houses for the underprivileged in Mexico and Poland.

She married William Welch on May 20, 2008. Classmates their sophomore and junior year in high school, they reconnected on classmates.com over forty years later. The couple resided in Indian Hills, CO before moving to Idaho in early 2021. Although Mary and Bill travelled frequently, their favorite times were spent on the deck of their home in the mountains West of Denver.

In addition to her parents, Marilyn is preceded in death by a brother, Jerry, and a sister, Eunice.

Survivors include her husband, William “Bill” Welch, of Osburn, ID; two brothers, Jess Harwood of Akins, OK, and William “Bill” Harwood, of Medicine Park, OK; daughter Kristen Emerson, of Broken Arrow, OK; granddaughter Mayson; stepchildren Drew Welch and Erin Shoener and step-grandchildren Tyler, Kayla, Conner, Colby, Ella and Luke.

A private memorial service will be held for the family at a later date.

Memories of Marilyn and messages of condolence may be shared with her family online at www.shoshonefuneralservice.com. Shoshone Funeral Services of the Silver Valley, is assisting with arrangements.

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10/29/2025

Ann Elizabeth Weaser

Ann “Annie” Elizabeth Weaser, 93, of Pinehurst, ID, passed away on October 26, 2025 at Shoshone Medical Center, Kellogg, ID. Annie was born on June 4, 1932 in Everett, WA, the daughter of the late Talmadge McKinney and Julia (Hoff) McKinney.

In addition to her parents, and husband, Loren Weaser, Annie is preceded in death by a brother, Jerry McKinney; a sister, Betty Carney; and a son, Rodney Weaser.

Survivors include her three daughters, Karen Mitchell, Cindy Jenson, and Kimberly McCarver; her son, Ken Weaser; eight grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews.

At Annie’s request, cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.

A Celebration of Life for Annie will be held at a later date for her family.

Memories of Annie and messages of condolence may be shared online at www.shoshonefuneralservice.com. Shoshone Funeral Services of the Silver Valley is assisting the family with arrangements.

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10/28/2025

Douglas Harry Burmeister

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and uncle, Doug Burmeister. He passed peacefully on October 22, 2025 at the Schneidmiller House in Hayden, ID with family by his side. Doug was born on August 24, 1944 in Hutchinson, KS to Harry and Donna Burmeister. He attended school in Osburn and Wallace. After school, he enlisted in the US Navy where he served his country for three years then returned to Wallace where he married DeLoris (Sis) Fuller. Doug and Sis had two daughters and then later divorced. Doug married Gloria Blickenstaff in 1989 and gained 2 stepchildren.

Doug was involved in owning and leasing many businesses throughout the Silver Valley – Albi’s Alleys, Bedroom Goldmine, Kellogg Golf and Country Club. He then went to work at Sunshine Mine where he held many different positions in his 27-year tenure. He retired from Sunshine Mine in 2002 and purchased the Wayside Market in Smelterville, ID. He sold the market and retired again in 2016.

Doug enjoyed camping, socializing at the Elks and Inland Lounge, but most of all he loved watching his grandchildren play sports and never missed a chance to brag about his family.

Doug was preceded in death by his mother, Donna Burmeister; father, Harry Burmeister; and sister, Marilyn Armour.

Doug is survived by his brothers, Mark (Kristenah) Burmeister and Chris Burmeister; sisters, Jan Burks and Debbie (Phil) Batchelder; wife, Gloria Burmeister, the mother of his children, Sis Burmeister; daughters, Deanna (Jeff) Nearing & Dusti (Jon Koepl) Burmeister; stepson, George (Sena) Blickenstaff; stepdaughter, Crystal (Curt) Zeller; grandchildren, Grant (Caytlin) Nearing, Graden Nearing, Gracelyn Nearing, Samira Koepl, Bodhi Koepl, Jennifer Zeller, Amy (Bob) Clark, Todd (Kianna) Blickenstaff; and 5 great-grandchildren.

Doug loved to tell jokes and make people laugh. He loved his wife, his girls and his life here in the Silver Valley and the friends that supported him over the years. He will be greatly missed by those who loved him.

At Doug’s request there will be no formal service. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Memories of Doug and messages of condolence may be shared online with this family at www.shoshonefuneralservice.com. Shoshone Funeral Services of the Silver Valley is assisting the family with arrangements.

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10/22/2025

Muriel Staley

Muriel Staley was a remarkable woman whose life spanned over a century, beginning in Sheffield, England on March 6, 1923 and concluding in Pinehurst, Idaho on October 22, 2025 at the age of 102. During World War II, she courageously served in the British Army’s Auxiliary Territorial Service as a plotter, a critical role that contributed to the war effort. It was during this tumultuous period that she met her future husband, Robert G. Staley, a Sergeant in the US Air Force.

In 1946, Muriel immigrated to the United States to reunite with Robert in Selah, Washington. She embraced her new home, eventually becoming an American citizen.

Muriel was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Staley and her grandson Jeffrey Wehr. She is survived by three devoted daughters and son in laws– Jean Collins and George, Peggy Johnston and Harve, and Patty Whitaker and Dennis, seven grandchildren- Mike Johnston, Amy Carney, Andrew Whitaker, Shawn Wehr, Chris Whitaker, and Jesse Collins. 14 great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great-grandchildren.

At Pinehurst Senior Living Center, Muriel found a compassionate community that provided her comfort and companionship during her later years. She maintained an active lifestyle, practicing yoga and nurturing her passion for African Violets. Her love for cats was well-known among her family and friends, reflecting her gentle and caring nature.

In lieu of flowers, her family has requested donations to local animal shelters, a touching tribute that honors Muriel’s compassionate spirit and love for animals. Her legacy of resilience, love, and kindness will continue to inspire her family and all who knew her.

Memories of Muriel and messages of condolence may be shared with her family online at www.shoshonefuneralservice.com. Shoshone Funeral Services of the Silver Valley is assisting with arrangements.

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10/20/2025

10/20/2025

Crystal Rae Sevy

Crystal Rae Sevy, 68, of Pinehurst, ID, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, lost her battle with cancer and passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Oct. 16th 2025 at the home of her daughter in Coeur d’Alene, ID. Crystal was born on June 24, 1957 in Wallace, ID, a daughter of the late Wylie and Olive (Johansen) Hathaway.

As a lifelong Silver Valley resident, Crystal graduated from Kellogg High School, Class of 1975. While in high school, she met the love of her life, Danny Sevy. On October 15th, 1977, the two were married and raised four beautiful children. Danny passed away on October 30, 2019.

Crystal worked at SVL Analytical for many years as a sample receiving technician. She loved the people that she worked for and the coworkers she worked with. However, spending time with her family was paramount in her life. She enjoyed being involved in everything her children and subsequently her grandchildren were doing. To her, grandchildren just made the world more grand!

She had many hobbies and interests including camping, sewing, and attending the kids sporting, dance recital, and band concert events. She then loved being able to scrapbook the many memories she was making with her family. Crystal was a proud and active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Pinehurst. She willingly served the ward any role she was called to. For many, many years she was a Cub Scout leader and loved working with the kids.

In addition to her parents, and beloved husband, Danny, Crystal is preceded in death by 3 of her siblings Ronnie, Jewel, and Sharon.

Survivors include her four children, Christopher (Amy) Sevy, Stacey (Derrick) Sharp, Dannielle (Tony) Wright, and Shea (Katy) Sevy; eight grandchildren, Tatum, Caddis, Andrew, Molly, Bryce, Emily, Annie, and London; four siblings, Kevin (Cindy) Hathaway, AdriAnne Bowcutt, Sandra (Owen) St. Germain, and Allison (Robert) Cox; mother-in-law, Jacqueline Sevy; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Friends and family may gather on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM at the chapel of Shoshone Funeral Services, Kellogg, for visitation. A memorial service will follow on Friday, October 24, 2025, 11:00 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Pinehurst, ID. Private family graveside services will occur at Greenwood Cemetery, Kellogg.

Memories of Crystal and messages of condolence may be shared online with her family at www.shoshonefuneralservice.com. Shoshone Funeral Services of the Silver Valley is assisting the family with arrangements.

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10/17/2025

Wayne Arlin "Sano" Haldi

There is a hole in the Center of the Universe.

Wayne Arlin "Sano" Haldi, 88, passed away peacefully at his home on October 12, 2025. Sano’s son Kyle and daughter-in-law Allyson were with him.

Has there ever been a man more beloved by an entire town? Truly Sano was the center of the Center of the Universe. His heart and passion and energy were boundless.

Sano was a man of many lives, but he was, first and foremost, a family man, a loving son and husband, father to four children and foster father to countless young men and women. They will miss him always, but will carry countless special memories and lessons he taught them along the way.

Born January 18, 1937 in Coeur d’Alene Idaho to Walt and Louise (Cantrall) Haldi, Sano and his younger sister Kathie were raised in Wallace; he graduated from Wallace High class of 1955 and served in the army from 1960 to 62, making life-long friends wherever he went. Returning to Wallace, Sano worked for his folks, cooking at the Gem Cafe, and later Sweets Café. He has been feeding the entire community ever since.

Sano became an Elk on Feb. 27, 1958 at Wallace Elks Lodge No. 331, and immediately joined the Wallace Drum and Bugle Corps. He was the driving force behind its revitalization, ensuring that this proud tradition, the last Elks Drum and Bugle Corps in the nation, survived.

For many years he was the Lucky Lager Beer distributor; in summers his 10 year old son rode shot gun. “Guard the beer,” he’d tell Jeff, as he disappeared into another bar to deliver and possibly the sample the product.

In the early 70’s, something happened that re-set Sano’s life. Babe Streeter asked him if he’d be willing to take over running the Shoshone Golf Club, just temporarily, until a permanent golf pro could be hired. Thirty years later, Sano retired as golf pro, manager and Number One Party Thrower, having catered weddings, funerals and everything in between. He had introduced his three sons and countless others to the joy of the game; organized decades of Labor Day and Babe Streeter Invitational tournaments and many other tournaments throughout the years.

“Retired” wasn’t a concept Sano recognized. Always an active member of the Elks, Sano put his moves on the Elks’ kitchen. Within a few years it was Sano’s Kitchen. He and his faithful crew cooked for nearly every event in the Valley, including the Gyros every Thursday. As the Elks’ tribute said, “there wasn’t a stomach in this valley he didn’t feed."

Sano was part of the fabric that wove, not only the Elks Lodge, but the whole community, together. He made outsiders feel like insiders. With friends, he co-founded the Wallace Blues Festival and Mining & Swilling. With Michael Aldredge, he opened the Wallace Wine Shop, sharing Wallace stories and a glass with vino with tourists and friends. Every year he and his friends traveled to the far reaches of the “universe”, stopping at every bar and tavern, selling hundreds of Lead Creek Derby tickets.

He loved playing “crib” and telling stories. There wasn’t a local family whose history and stories he couldn’t recount. He partied hard, mentored countless young people, liked to end the evening with friends sitting on either side of him, enjoying a Stinger or two.

Sano is preceded in death by his wife Hollis (Holly) J. Anderson-Haldi who passed earlier this year on June 23, 2025. He is survived by his four children, Jeff (Lexi) McKay, Allison Gilham, Scott Haldi and Kyle (Allyson) Haldi, two nieces Shannon (Will) Morris and Shelly (Eric) DesMarais and their families, five grandchildren, Kendall (Alex), Hayden (Rayna), Nolan, Regan and Mackenzie.

One hell of a celebration of Sano’s life will be held at the Wallace Elks Lodge (where else?) on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 2 p.m.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Shoshone Golf Club, www.shoshonegolf.com

Memories, photos and messages of condolences may be shared online with Sano’s family at www.shoshonefuneralservice.com Shoshone Funeral Services of the Silver Valley, is assisting the Haldi family with arrangements.

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10/15/2025

Ronald Edward Sverdsten

Ronald “Ron” Edward Sverdsten, 58, of Pinehurst, ID, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on October 8, 2025 at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, ID. Ronald was born on February 9, 1967 in Grants Pass, OR.

Ron graduated from Kellogg High School and later enlisted in the US Navy, proudly serving from 1985 until 1987. He was a truck driver for many years for Zanetti Brothers in Osburn, ID as well as Stewart Contracting in Pinehurst, ID. Ron married Shannon Marie Gilman on June 4, 1993 in Wallace, ID.

He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, tinkering around in his shop, and drawing and coloring while he was a resident at Mountain Valley of Cascadia in Kellogg, ID. He loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. His three canine companions, JackJack , Chelsee, and Charity will miss him.

Ron is preceded in death by his father, Terry Sverdsten, and mother, Dee (Duea) Sverdsten; and two brothers-in-law, Randy Anderson, and Vincent Gilman.

Survivors include his loving wife, Shannon Marie Sverdsten, of Pinehurst, ID; three children, Stephanie Sverdsten of Osburn, ID, Ashley Kuykendall of Smelterville, ID, and Benjamin Sverdsten of Pinehurst, ID; eight grandchildren, Carolyn, Ian, Tristen, Mariefaith, Ronnie, Russell, Nevaeh, and Ashley; three siblings, Lucia Anderson of Cataldo, ID, David (Suzi) Sverdsten of Cataldo, ID, and Paul Sverdsten of Cataldo, ID; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

At Ron’s request, cremation has taken place and no services are planned.

Memories of Ron and messages of condolence may be shared online with this family at www.shoshonefuneralservice.com. Shoshone Funeral Services, Kellogg, is assisting the family with arrangements.

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10/13/2025

Fumiko "Fumi" Exner

Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. Fumiko “Fumi” Exner, 94 passed away Sept 30th, 2025 at Hospice House of North Idaho. She was a long time resident of Pinehurst, Idaho with the last year living at the Life Care Center in Coeur d’Alene, ID. She was born August 28,1931 near Nagasaki, Japan. Fumi was the daughter of Gehechi and Toku Tasaki. She was born the eldest of 6 children and worked hard in the rice plantations and later in the fish factory and laundromat. She survived the Nagasaki bombing. She met Eugene Exner at the Sasebo Navy base, married and came to the United States on 9/18/1961. She later divorced and became a US citizen but it was here that her new life began with family and many friends.

Fumi was a very kind and spunky lady. She loved everyone she met and could make you smile and laugh. She was a wonderful cook and enjoyed cooking at the Silver Lounge, The Country Club, Good Samaritan Home and Gloria’s Steak House up the river, where she became well known for her Thursday night Oriental meal. She didn’t have much but you could never leave her home without her cooking something for you to eat. She loved gardening and would spend hours tending to it every day. She took great pride in her tomatoes, cucumbers, peas, squash and flower garden. She loved spending time with her family and friends and playing BINGO was her passion. She would hitch a ride with whomever, wherever and through any blizzard just to make it to the BINGO hall. It became a tradition that after every Holiday meal, we had to play BINGO with mom. She was very competitive and very lucky also.

Fumi is survived by 4 children. Terri Exner of Lynnwood, Washington, Brenda (Marc) White of Pinehurst, Idaho, Jeff (Jill) Exner of Columbus, Montana, Melissa (Ray) Sansi of Pinehurst, Idaho; seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; 2 sisters and numerous nieces and nephews in Japan. Fumi was preceded in death by her parents, 2 sisters, brother and a daughter.

The family wishes to thank the staff at the Hospice House of North Idaho & The Life Care Center of CDA for the care and compassion they gave her. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in memory of Fumi to either the Hospice House of North Idaho, Life Care Center of CDA, your local Food Bank or simply perform an act of kindness.

A Celebration of Fumi’s Life will be held and announced at a later date.

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10/11/2025

Just a little something from the heart — a reminder of why having a funeral, memorial, or celebration of life is so important.

Today, our funeral home chapel was filled with people. Beautiful flowers surrounded the room, family photos played on the big screen, and afterward, everyone gathered for coffee and cookies. By all accounts, it was a beautiful service. But what truly made it special weren’t the flowers or the setting — it was the stories. The laughter. The tears. Even my own.

I didn’t know the person who had passed, yet by the end of the service, after hearing so many wonderful memories, I turned off the last light in the chapel feeling as though I, too, had lost a friend.

In my more than two decades as a funeral director, moments like this are what make this work so meaningful. Gatherings like today aren’t just for the family — they’re for friends, neighbors, and everyone whose life was touched. Grief is a long journey, but today made that journey a little easier for many.

I know I’ve done my job well when someone comes to me afterward and says, “I’d like my service to be just like this.”

Rest well, my friend. We were honored to celebrate your life today.