OBITUARIES

Oct 15, 2025

An obituary and service time will be published when available.

Oct 11, 2025

Early Life

Rea Hook was born on September 29, 1942, in Mojave, California, to Orville Allen Clark and Wilda Arline Stout. In April 1946, her family moved to Bakersfield, where her younger sister Shirley was born that July. After her parents’ divorce in 1951, Rea and her mother settled in Sacramento, later spending formative years in Susanville and Meadow Valley. There...

Oct 8, 2025

James "Steve" Houston, born on May 17, 1950, passed away on October 8, 2025, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew him.

There will be a memorial service October 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church in Sun Valley, ID.

Oct 6, 2025

Richard "Jake" Lee Provonsha, born on November 16, 1936, in a time that underscored simplicity and resilience, passed away peacefully at his home in Hailey, Idaho, on October 6, 2025. Surrounded by loving family, Jake’s last moments embodied the warmth and comfort he shared with those around him throughout his life.

Jake's journey was marked by a steadfast spirit and an...

Oct 3, 2025

Charles E. Watts, Hailey resident, passed away peacefully October 3 2025 after a brief illness. He was 92 years old. He was a 20 year resident of Hailey, Idaho but had also lived many years in Guadalajara, Mexico Puerto Vallarta, Honolulu HI, Milwaukee, WI and Twin Bridges MT where he owned Chucks Gallery and was assisted by his widowed mother...

Sep 26, 2025

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Sep 23, 2025

Sandra “Sandy” Ann Myers, a beautiful force of nature, passed away in the Wood River Valley at her home on September 23rd, 2025; surrounded by her family. Sandy was born and raised in Barstow, CA and relocated to Idaho at an early age. She spent most of her life in Ketchum. Sandy was a rodeo queen and an accomplished prima...

Sep 22, 2025

Doug Gorsuch, 79, of Sun Valley, passed away peacefully the morning of September 22, 2025. 

Born in Torrance, California and raised in Colorado and New Mexico, Doug arrived in the valley in 1990 and felt blessed to call it home ever since. He was an avid skier, fly fisherman, rock n’ roll enthusiast and loved growing his own tomatoes in the...

Sep 18, 2025

Richard Worden Gouley

August 24, 1947 – September 18, 2025

Richard Worden Gouley passed away on Thursday, September 18th, 2025, on his beloved property in Bellevue, Idaho, doing what he loved most: elk hunting in the backyard. He was 78.

Born in Salem, Oregon, Rich spent his early childhood on the world’s largest hop farm in Mabton, Washington before moving to Walnut Creek,...

Sep 14, 2025

Sep 4, 2025

Lynn Cleary, age 78, of Hailey, Idaho, passed away peacefully, with her son and daughter, holding her hands while she took her last breath, on September 4th after a courageous battle with cancer.

She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend. Lynn will be remembered for her graceful strength, her kindness, her faith in God and love of family.

Lynn enjoyed traveling,...

Aug 29, 2025

Keith Alan Winnovich, 75, of Hailey, ID passed away suddenly on August 29, 2025 following a stroke. Keith’s family, always the most important thing in his life, were at his side in his passing.

Keith was born and raised in Palo Alto, California. His love of music began when he was just nine years old, playing the trumpet and learning to...

Aug 22, 2025

Valerie “Val” Jean (Clayton) Seamons, 61, of Hailey, Idaho, passed away unexpectedly on August 22, 2025, surrounded by close friends and family, due to complications from a stroke.

Born March 11, 1964, in Burley to Bill and Jean Clayton, Val grew up in Hailey, where she was known for her kindness, warmth, and gentle spirit. She graduated from Wood River High...

Aug 18, 2025

On August 18th, 2025 Loie Capeloto peacefully passed away. Born May 21st, 1957, Loie led a life led by music and those she loved the most.

Loie grew up in West Seattle, graduating from Chief Sealth High School in 1975. She chose to lead her pivotal years following her favorite bands around the west coast.

The Grateful Dead and The String Cheese...

Aug 13, 2025

Eric Eberhard, 80, of Hailey, Idaho passed away on August 13, due to an ATV accident in the hills of Hailey, Idaho.

Eric was born on June 3, 1945 in Lampasas, Texas to Milton and Evelyn Eberhard. Eric moved several times before his parents settled in Blackfoot, Idaho. He attended school in Blackfoot, but graduated from Snake River High School in...

Aug 9, 2025

William Frank Williams, know as “Bill” died at home in Star on August 9, 2025 after a short battle with cancer.

Bill was born in Buhl, ID on May 29, 1942, with his twin sister, to J. Raymond and Alma Freund Williams and was the first son. He was the sixth child in a family that grew to ten, which included...

Aug 7, 2025

Sonya Helen (Klopfer) Dunfield, of Sun Valley, passed away peacefully of natural causes on Aug. 7 at the age of 90. Family and friends were present in her last days.

Sonya was a world-class, international competitive figure skater, performer, coach, sister, wife and mother. She spent her life sharing the sport she loved, touching the lives of and influencing many acclaimed...

Jul 19, 2025

John Adam Forsyth crossed the threshold into the “undiscovered country” on the morning of July 19, 2025. That morning, he had shared with his mother a writing he was proud of and had brewed his daily cup of matcha tea. After years of dealing with a disease acquired during his military service in Iraq, he remained gentle, generous in spirit,...

Jul 13, 2025

Cleve Austin Johnson, 74, of Ketchum, passed away July 13. 

Arrangements are pending under the care of Wood River Chapel. You may share your own special thoughts and memories below.