Birth Date: 1958-11-17

Deceased Date: 1996-06-18

Obituary:
Jerry L. Altmiller, 37, a Clarkston firefighter, died of cancer Tuesday at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center at Lewiston.

He was born Nov. 17, 1958, to Leroy and Janice Maxwell Altmiller at Orofino, where he grew up and attended schools. In 1975 they moved to Lewiston and he graduated from Lewiston High School. He attended two years of college at Mt. Hood, Ore., and then attended Lewis-Clark State College at Lewiston for two years. While in college he worked part-time for Potlatch Corp. at Lewiston and in 1982 he went to work for the Clarkston Fire Department.

He married Carolyn Eggink Sept. 17, 1984, at Clarkston.

In 1991 he was named the EMT instructor for Asotin County and taught emergency medical courses at Walla Walla Community College in Clarkston. In 1995 he was promoted to captain in charge of training and public relations. He was instrumental in initiating Clarkston's paramedic program.

In addition to his duties at the fire department, he worked part-time for the Potlatch Fire Department and as a jetboat captain for Beamer's Hells Canyon Tours.

He was active in baseball, playing in the American Legion World Series in 1977 and for the LCSC Warriors for one season.

He was a member of the Hells Canyon Archery Club, High Country Manufacturing Shooting Staff, International Association of Firefighters, and Washington State Council of Firefighters.

He enjoyed the outdoors, camping, hunting, fishing and archery.

He is survived by his wife of Clarkston; one daughter, Amanda Altmiller of Clarkston; his parents of Lewiston; and one brother, Jon Altmiller of Lewiston.

A memorial celebration and covered-dish dinner will take place at Swallows Park at Clarkston Friday at noon. The family suggests memorials be made to American Cancer Society or the Clarkston Fire Department, 830 Fifth St., Clarkston. Merchant Funeral Home at Clarkston is in charge of arrangements.
 

Birth Date: 1958-04-16

Deceased Date: 2012-09-24

Obituary:
Carmen J. Anderson-Clark

Sep 26, 2012

April 16, 1958 - Sept. 24, 2012
Carmen went to join her daddy, brother and best childhood friend in heaven Sept. 24, 2012. She will be greatly missed!
Carmen J. Anderson-Clark was born to Karin F. Guinn April 16, 1958, in Missoula, Mont. They then moved to Lewiston in 1962. Her daddy, Jerry Guinn, came into her life in 1965.
Carmen attended school in both Lewiston and Clarkston and participated in 4-H and DECA.
She was a hard worker and known by many for her smile and huge heart. Many children adopted her as mom; she would take anyone in who needed a place to go. Carmen worked at many places throughout the valley, such as: Italian Gardens, The Helm, A and B Foods, Clokes, The Alibi and Curleys 1 and 2, Riverview Motel (The Tapp) and Regence. She then had to retire due to disability.
Carmen met Alan Anderson and they married in 1976. They had two children. They later divorced. She then met Mitchell Edwards and they spent 15 years together. They had one daughter. She later married Robert Clark. They later divorced. Carmen finally met her soul mate, Jimmy Kemper, in 2007.
Carmen is survived by her partner, Jimmy Kemper; her mom, Karin Guinn; her brothers, Phillip Guinn and Mike Voiss; sisters Ann Bogar and Cori Marchbanks; children, Andrew Anderson, Casie Anderson, Craig Mellick (Honey) and Chloe Edwards; grandchildren, Tyler Pope, Sienna Anderson, Nikyia Anderson, Drew Anderson and Trinity Hosley; niece, Kayla Loop; and many other nieces and nephews; best friends Pam Deyo and Sheri Arnold; and many other friends. She was preceded in death by "Daddy" Jerry Guinn; and brothers, Marc Johnson, Steve Johnson and Dallas Elam.
There will be a memorial service at 3 p.m. Saturday at Kiwanis Park in Lewiston. A covered-dish dinner will follow from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Lewiston Eagles Lodge downstairs. Please provide your own seating at the park if desired.
 

Birth Date: 1958-05-17

Deceased Date: 2017-04-15

Obituary:
Our darling sister, auntie, niece, cousin, friend and beloved girlfriend lost her valiant battle against pancreatic cancer. She amazed us with her tenacity and spirit.

Jeanna was born at St. Joseph Hospital on May 17, 1958, to Don and Carole Baker. She was the baby of our family and so adorable with her beautiful, red hair and lovely heart. She passed into her new life Saturday, April 15, 2017, at the same hospital where she was born.

Jeanna took great pride in any job she held, but her most rewarding position was custodian at Whitman Elementary. She loved the children and staff.

Jeanna lovingly married Dan Wakefield on May 7, 1992. Although the marriage ended, we honor the years of love and respect they enjoyed.

She is survived by her brother, Don (Renee) Baker; sister Colene Kaye and Ed Fackler; aunt Evelyn Thompson; and 18 cousins. Her children were her nieces and nephews: Kristi (Jonathan) Biggers, Chad (Lisa) Fackler, Donnie (Erin) Baker, Ashley Fackler, Tiffany (Luke) Coffee, and Bradley (Kaitlin) Baker. Her grandchildren were her great-nieces and great-nephews: Aurora, Jotham, Jackson, Naomi, Owen, Oliver, Noah, Makinlee, Carson, Weylin, Natalie and Levon. She loved and was deeply loved by each one.

She leaves the devotion and love of an amazing man, Frank Johnson. We will be forever grateful that he loved and supported Jeanna throughout this horrible journey of cancer. Frank stands tall among all men for the courageous love he put into action.

Our family has been overwhelmed with the love and support of community, friends and "Club 71." Especially enduring has been the Lewiston School District and staff of Whitman Elementary and dear friends Barbara Zielinski Potts and Teresa Pomerinke. All the staff at Saint Joseph Regional Cancer Center and the team at St. Joseph Hospice can rest in the knowledge that Jeanna felt loved and cared for throughout her entire journey.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. April 29 at Orchards Community Church, 822 Bryden Ave., Lewiston. She will be buried at Lewis-Clark Memorial gardens next to our precious brother, John E. Baker.

In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made to St. Joseph's Hospice.
 

Birth Date: 2023-10-20

Deceased Date: 2008-03-29

Obituary:
In loving memory of Lezlie (Les) Barnes.

Les passed away Saturday, March 29, 2008, at the age of 48, with her family and friends by her side in Lewiston after a courageous battle with cancer.

She is survived by her parents, Mary A. Barnes and Barry M. Barnes; her siblings, Chad Barnes of Hawaii, Brenda Barnes Bonfield, Brice Barnes and his wife Leslie; and the absolute apples of her eye - nieces, Breanna KC Bonfield and Brooke Hope Barnes, who thank God for the time they had with her. She also had a close companion, Larry Maruyama, who cared for her when she lived in Boise. Les went to heaven leaving beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and her sweet dog, Rico.

Les fell in love with jewelry right out of high school and worked in the jewelry industry throughout her career. She became a certified gemologist and had a wonderful talent designing pieces. Les had wonderful stories of her travels abroad on buying excursions. She also had a passion for tropical plants and warm weather.

She lived her life to the fullest, enjoying the company of many kind friends and family. We all loved her beauty, excellent meals, generosity and laughter.

Les is missed greatly by family and friends and we will love, honor and remember her forever. Rest in peace Les, we all love you.
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Birth Date: 1959-01-18

Deceased Date: 2018-04-12

Obituary:
Robert D. "Bob" Barrows, a Lewiston resident since 1973, died Thursday, April 12, 2018, of multiple organ failure, at age 59.
Barrows, who was born Jan. 18, 1959, in Berkeley, Calif., graduated from Lewiston High School in 1977 and went on to work for Potlatch Forests Inc. (PFI) in Lewiston beginning in 1979. He retired in 2016 after working 37 years on the paper side.
He also was involved part time in radio a number of years ago, appearing on FM-105 as "California Bob," and most of his friends called him Bob. He also worked part-time for the Rollaway in Lewiston, and upon retirement from Potlatch he worked part-time at several gas/grocery outlets in the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley.
Bob's great passion was spending days and nights at Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif., where he once lived from 1962 to 1969. His favorite attraction was the "Indiana Jones" ride that saw him take it 4,257 times, considered a record for a person from the state of Idaho. He often flew from Lewiston to Anaheim to enjoy the delights of D-Land and twice flew to Florida to frolic at Disney World.
In school and out of school, Bob got along with people and was always there to help others in need. And he possessed a great sense of humor and enjoyed school activities, particularly drama and sports.
He especially liked competing in soccer and played three seasons for the Seaporters, the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley soccer team.
Bob is the son of Charles "Bob" and Susanna Barrows, who survive him at their Lewiston home.
Survivors also include sons Alex Barrows of Post Falls,
Idaho, and Joshua Barrows of Lewiston, and daughter Jeri Morton of Yakima.
He also is survived by two sisters, Rommy Cole of Cottonwood, Ariz., and Suzanne Beller of Lewiston; and one brother, Chuck Barrows of Tacoma. He also had two grandchildren.
An informal celebration of Bob's life will take place at 6:30 p.m. Sunday at the Lewiston Community Center, 1424 Main St. All who knew Bob will have an opportunity to personally express their feelings and thoughts, as well as perhaps recall a memorable moment or two with him.
Steven Branting will officially open the memorial service and will, among other things, share some words of spiritual encouragement.

Birth Date: 1958-10-31

Deceased Date: 2000-05-02

Obituary:

Bradley J. Bateman, 41, Lewiston native


A graveside service for Bradley James Bateman will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens in Lewiston. The Rev. Frank Campbell will officiate.

The 41-year-old Lewiston native and resident of Lenore, died Sunday of injuries received in an automobile accident south of Clarkston.

He was born in Lewiston Oct. 31, 1958, to Emery G. and Myrtea L. Cate Bateman. He graduated in 1977 from Lewiston High School.

Following graduation, he worked and traveled extensively with a local band from Lewiston. Later, he lived in Spokane, Seattle and for several years in California. He returned to Lewiston in 1997 and worked at several local businesses.

He moved to his parents home in Lenore in 1998. For the past two years, he worked in the produce department at Tidyman's Grocery in Lewiston.

He loved all kinds of animals and especially enjoyed the companionship of his dog. An avid gardener, he loved flowers and planted a large garden with many plants and vegetables. He designed floral arrangements and often won ribbons for his arrangements and canned goods in the county fairs. He liked to share the produce from his garden with family and friends.

Survivors include his parents of Lenore and two brothers, Terry Allen Bateman of Anchorage, Alaska, and Randy Lynn Bateman of Patton, Mo.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Rodney G. Bateman.

The family suggests memorials to the Cottonwood Creek Community Church.

Arrangements are under the direction of Mountain View Funeral Home in Lewiston.

Copyright, 2000, Lewiston Morning Tribune

Birth Date: 2023-10-20

Deceased Date: 2023-10-20

Birth Date: 1958-12-20

Deceased Date: 2021-07-03

Obituary:
Blake Elliott Boyer was born on the dark and snowy night of Dec. 20, 1958. As usual, he was in a hurry and was born at home, in Ione, Wash.
Blake was the middle of five children, raised by parents Evelyn and Butch Boyer. When he was 8, the Boyer family moved to Lewiston where Blake remained and called home. It was there that he met his wife, Sandy Miller. The two married in 1985 and had two children, Matthew and Connie. Blake left this world Saturday, July 3, 2021, at the age of 62. In a hurry, that was Blake.
Salad always after a meal, never before, and no time for dessert. That was Blake.
Following in his father’s footsteps, Blake became a journeyman iron worker for the Local 14. Work took him from Alaska to Georgia to California and all over the Northwest. He was truly great at his craft. With an innately strong work ethic and a unique capacity for understanding how things are built, Blake took pride in doing a job the right way and providing for the family he cherished. Blake would be first to say he was no traditional wordsmith, yet when he was on the road, he took care to write letters to his daughter back home just because he knew she loved them. Industrious and generous, that was Blake.
Measure twice, cut once. That was Blake.
Blake was wild and curious; he was a rebel and an outlaw with a quick wit and raucous laugh. Endlessly stubborn, Blake questioned everything as he carved his own path through the world, qualities that he never lost. He had a fierce and impressive auburn mustache that hardly ever left his face. It sat atop an easy smile and below a pair of sparkling brown eyes that always lit up a room. Needless to say, Blake made friends easily. There was never a question if he was happy to see you. By watching the way he embraced and celebrated the people he loved, you learned friendship. You could find Blake surrounding a fire, arms slung over the shoulders of those next to him to form a chain-link of lifelong companions, their heads thrown back howling in tune to whatever Fogerty or Cash had to sing that night. Wearing his heart on his sleeve, that was Blake.
Tom Petty said, “You belong among the wildflowers; you belong on a boat out at sea. Sail away ... you belong somewhere you feel free.” That was Blake.
Along with his fiery hair, high-arched feet and intense love of music, Blake gave his children his deep appreciation and respect for nature. Whether it was fishing, hunting, camping, boating or going on a drive, Blake was at home. Among the best of times spent outside were the years he coached his son’s Little League teams. A bond ran between the two based on dedication and a love of sport and fun. As a coach, Blake created lasting connections with his community that still stand today, with former players recalling a man they admired and were proud to not only play for but to be in the company of. If there was nowhere to practice, he would drive the John Deere up the street to the school yard to clear a place to play. That was Blake.
He was a leader, and an innovator. That was Blake.
Despite the ups and downs of life, Blake would tell you that his constant source of pride and joy, his greatest accomplishment, was his family — especially watching his children grow into the adults they are today. His loved ones will always remember his unwavering sense of humor. Once, on a family road trip, a bug hit the windshield and Blake asked aloud, “What do you think was the last thing that went through their mind?” Before any of us could think of a response, he exclaimed ... “Their butt!” That was Blake.
His words, laughter and life will echo through the hearts of all who have known him for as long as they live. That was Blake.
Blake was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur L. (Butch) and Evelyn Boyer; sister Claire A. Boyer; and nephew Roby Boyer. He is survived by his wife, Sandy Boyer; son and daughter-in-law Matthew and Grace Boyer, granddaughter Ren Maland; daughter and son-in-law Connie Boyer and Joe Bartholomew; siblings Lynn (Dale) Vallandigham, Michael (Jane) Boyer and David Boyer (LaDawn Baker); by his nieces and nephews, Anna, Dan, Karen, Sarah and Jenna; by his great- and great-great-nieces and nephews; and many other dearly loved family members and friends.

 

Birth Date: 1958-11-17

Deceased Date: 2003-06-13

Obituary:

Jan 14, 2003

 
Sheila Rae Briceno, 44, of Lapwai, died Monday, Jan. 13, 2003, due to complications of diabetes.

She was born Nov. 17, 1958, in Burney, Calif., to Carla Bernal Norris and Michael Briceno Sr. She lived in the Lewiston-Clarkston area since the age of 5.
She attended Lewiston High School and was in the first graduating class of the Nez Perce Tribal School in 1980. She then worked at Best for eight years and the Nez Perce Food Distributor Program for two years where she made many good friends and was well liked by all. She also worked for Fuchs Flowers and Regis Inventory.

She married Bill Davis; they later divorced. She married Marion Hatley; they later divorced.

At the time of her death, she was engaged to be married to Michael Barnhouse.
Sheila enjoyed being around friends and family. She was artistic, and would make jewelry, draw pictures and excelled in poetry. She had a poem published in 2000 of which she was very proud.

Sheila played darts, pool and was the top woman arm wrestler in the valley before her health began to fail. Sheila learned to play the guitar with her grandfather, learning quickly. Sheila was always so excited to go camping up at Mud Springs Camp every summer, and she never wanted to leave. Sheila will be missed by all who knew her. She was my best friend, I love you.

Sheila is survived by her mother, Carla Norris and her stepfather, Jim, both of Coulee Dam, Wash.; her brother, Michael Briceno and wife, Debbie, of Lapwai; sister Vivian Wilson and husband, Mark, of Lapwai; her fianc, Michael Barn-house of Lewiston; brother Cliff Briceno; grandmother Vivian Bernal of Lewiston; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.

Visitation is from 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday at Malcom's Brower-Wann Memorial Chapel in Lewiston. A dinner will follow at the VFW Hall on Warner Avenue Lewiston.
The family suggests memorials to Tri-State Hospital Renal Dialysis Center in Clarkston.

Deceased Date: 2022-04-30

Obituary:
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