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Merchant Memorial Group, Clarkston, WA (2026)

02/05/2026

Ray “Dean” Vicory, 65, of Clarkston, went to be in God’s forever embrace on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, at his home.

Ray was known by many names, and no matter the name, if you called him he would be there. He wore his huge heart on his sleeve; Dean was a lover of animals, the outdoors, hunting, camping and fishing, especially with his daughter and granddaughter.

Dean served for a short time in the Army National Guard.

Dean was always a comedian, loving to put smiles on everyones face with his “bitterbeer” face. He was happiest when out camping and fishing with his many friends and family. His daughter Erica and granddaughter Harmony were his whole world, which he loved to brag about to anyone who would listen.

Dean made sure that he never had any enemies, because he believed firmly in forgiveness, whether giving it or asking for it. Each day was a new start with Dean.

A huge gap is left in our hearts now that he is gone and will be missed by many. Dean was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Thelma, of Orofino, and many lifelong friends. He is survived by his sister, June (Leroy), of Kennewick, brother Earl, of Orofino, little sister Ruth (Gene), of Orofino; daughter Erica (Beau), of Clarkston; granddaughters Hannah and Harmony; along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He has a memorial page on the Merchant Funeral Home website and there will be a celebration of life at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at First Christian Church in Clarkston, 840 10th St., Clarkston.

02/04/2026

Cynthia Jeanne Johnson, age 74, passed away Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026. Cid was born Nov. 28, 1951, to Kenny and Jeanne Price of Pomeroy. She was raised in Pomeroy with her three sisters Kim, Julie and Amy. She graduated from Pomeroy High School in 1970. Cid attended Deaconess Nursing School earning a Registered Nurse degree. She had a very long and fulfilling career as a nurse.

Cid loved decorating, singing, arts and crafts, cooking and hospitality. She was involved in a praise band for many years, she started a catering business and a bed and breakfast, and she very much loved watercolor painting.

Cid worked very hard and succeeded in not letting her MS diagnosis keep her from doing the many things she enjoyed. She was a witness to hope, always fostering hope amid suffering. Dealing with MS, she was able to keep her enduring faith.

Cindy was a beloved wife of Bob Johnson for almost 35 years. She raised three daughters, Pam (CJ) Fleishman, Wendy Snyder and Jamie (Brian) Heinzerling. She delighted in being a Grammy to her eight grandchildren Kade (Dalli) Snyder, Keaton (Makayla) Brenner, Rylan (Tiffany) Snyder, Raylie Fleishman, Ty Fleishman, Lila Heinzerling, Holden Heinzerling and Fulty Heinzerling. She was also a proud great-grammy to Kinsley Snyder.

Cindy is survived by her husband Bob, her daughters and grandchildren, and her sisters Kim (Jim) Burke and Amy (Jim) Kirschner. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Julie Claassen.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 12, at the Pomeroy Christian Church, 310 S. Eighth St., Pomeroy.

Memorials may be sent to the Garfield County Hospital or to the Pomeroy Christian Church in her name.

02/03/2026

Marlene Jeanette Skinner, 90, of Lewiston, passed away peacefully of natural causes on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, at the Life Care Center of Lewiston.

She was born April 7, 1935, in Clarkston, the daughter of Harold Ward Cloniger and Georgiana Rose Cloniger. Marlene attended school in Clarkston and later in Lewiston, where she also pursued several college courses.

On Oct. 4, 1952, she married Orvil Hubbard Skinner in Lewiston. The couple made their home in Orofino (often called O’Mill locally), before moving to Grangeville in 1961 and returning to Lewiston in 1967. They divorced in September 1970.

Marlene dedicated much of her working life to service. She was employed by the State of Idaho for 10 years, followed by positions with the Lewiston School District and the Lewiston Head Start program. In her later years, she provided private housecleaning services and worked as a caregiver for the elderly, always with a kind and caring spirit.

A devoted member of a worldwide Christian fellowship, Marlene found strength and community in her faith throughout her life.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Yvonne Curl; her two sons, Jerry Michael Skinner (2018) and John Orvil Skinner (1996); and her former husband, Orvil Hubbard Skinner.

Marlene is survived by her sister, Greta Curry, of Lewiston; three grandsons; one great-grandson; two great-granddaughters; and one great-great-grandson, along with other extended family and friends who cherished her.

Services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 14, at Mountain View Funeral Home, 3521 Seventh St., Lewiston. Mountain View Funeral Home of Lewiston is in charge of arrangements.

02/03/2026

William “Bill” Andrew Hix was born in Matador, Texas, on Aug. 8, 1938, to parents Parker Edward Hix and Nora Hix (Reagan). He was the sixth of seven children. His childhood years were spent mostly in Texas, Smelterville, Idaho, and Gleed, Wash., as his father traveled to find work.

In 1954, Bill accepted Christ as his Savior at a church in Gleed, a moment he would never forget. He professed Christ as his Savior for the rest of his life and encouraged others to believe as well.

In June of 1954, his family arrived in Lewiston, where his father worked as a school janitor. Bill worked various jobs as a teenager and young adult before joining the U.S. Army in 1964. He served as a sergeant and was stationed in Germany before retiring from the service in 1966.

After serving in the military, Bill moved to Enterprise, Ore., where he lived for the next 60 years. He was a longtime employee of Cenex.

Bill was a very loving and caring man. He greatly enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing and feeding and watching birds on his property. He also spent many years chopping firewood with his good friend Don Mallory. Everyone knew him in Enterprise where he enjoyed many close friendships.

Bill passed away at 11:27 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, at Lewiston Transitional Care of Cascadia of complications from dementia. He was 87. He will be united with his mother and father forever in heaven.

Bill was preceded in death by three wives, Carmalee Hix, Pat Hix and Jan Hix, and by four of his brothers: James Claude Hix, Willard Lee Hix, Lloyd Lester Hix and John Edward Hix.

Bill is survived by his sister Mary Lee Hagan, of Yuma, Ariz., Robert “Bob” Arnold Hix, of Lewiston, and his son Cully Ray Hix.

A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens, 3521 Seventh St., Lewiston. It will be followed by a memorial service at 2:30 p.m. at Truth Baptist Church, 812 Eighth St., Lewiston. Light refreshments will be provided after the service.

02/02/2026

Dan Lee Ells, born Nov. 27, 1945, in Lewiston, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025, in Clarkston. He was 79 years old.

Dan grew up in Clarkston and attended schools within the Clarkston School District. In August 1963, he answered the call to serve his country by joining the U.S. Navy. He served honorably during the Vietnam conflict and was discharged in November 1966.

After returning home from military service, Dan began working alongside his father in the logging industry. He later worked at Dido upholstery specializing in boats and cars; he also managed Smitty’s Tavern in Clarkston, where he became a familiar face and shared a beer with many in the community. His final and most meaningful job was with Ace Elliott Construction and Landscaping in Pullman.

Dan was known for his generous spirit and willingness to lend a hand to anyone in need. One of his most heartfelt contributions to the community was restoring old bicycles for local schools so children without bikes could have one of their own. His kindness left a lasting impact on many young lives.

He also found joy in the outdoors. Hunting and fishing with his buddies were among his favorite pastimes, as was tending his garden — an activity that brought him peace and satisfaction.

Dan is survived by his wife Karen; son Wally Ells; daughters Dannet Thompson and Kathryn Ells; brother Richard H. Ells; 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lillian G. Ells and Walter Ells; brother Arther Ells, Delbert Ells, Gary Ells, and his twin brother Don Ells; and sister Coral Burgess.

Dan’s legacy of generosity and service will be remembered by all who knew him. May his memory bring comfort to those he touched. A celebration of life will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 11, at the Eagles Club, 505 Maple Street, Clarkston. Please bring your stories and join friends and family as we celebrate Dan.

01/29/2026

On Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, Juliaetta lost one of its finest storytellers. Fredric “Fred” Lee Hadley II passed away at home surrounded by loved ones, just a few weeks short of his 90th birthday.

Fred was born Feb. 12, 1936, to Fredric Hadley I and Rose (Brasch) Hadley in Lewiston. He attended Kendrick High School and, while he lived in several places throughout the Inland Northwest, he called Juliaetta home for the majority of his life. Fred was drafted twice into the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany. In 1959, he married Jessica Rose Haning, and together they had three children.

Throughout his life, Fred worked with lumber, served as a heavy equipment operator and ran a cattle ranch in Juliaetta. He was known as a hardworking man who took pride in bucking hay, branding and running cattle throughout Potlatch Creek. Many of his closest friendships were formed at the local mill, where he worked for many years before retiring in 1998. As a proud cattleman with a sharp memory, Fred enjoyed sharing stories of Juliaetta’s rich history at his favorite watering hole, “Bottoms Up.”

Fred was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings, Peggy M. (Buswell) Hadley and Bill T. Hadley; Jessica Rose Goldsworthy; and several close friends, including George and Eula Johnson.

He leaves behind a large family to carry on his legacy, including his sisters, Jayne (Smith) Hadley and Shirley Newman; his children, Fred R. Hadley, John L. Hadley and Michelle R. (Arriaga) Hadley; and many nieces, nephews, family partners and spouses, 11 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren, with one on the way.

A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, Jan. 30, at the Juliaetta Cemetery. A potluck will follow immediately at the Kendrick VFW. In honor of Fred, attendees are encouraged to wear a black crusher hat, as he never left home without it.

01/26/2026

Nancy Alice Zuercher passed away January 22, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of kindness, gratitude and love for her family and friends.

Born on March 30, 1931, to Alfred and Bertha Berg in Bellevue Washington; Nancy had two older brothers; Donald and Reginald. During the Great Depression, her family moved to Salmon River Country in central Idaho to try to make a living skim digging for gold along the Salmon River. They spent their first summer living in a dug-out covered by tarp on the side of the river. By fall, they had found a house near the river and eventually moved into the mountains to the Golden Anchor Mine (elevation 6,599 feet) where her father and brothers found work. These formative years helped shape Nancy's approach to life. She says it was hard work and difficult at times, but "there was love and happiness by and for all of us."

During World War II after the mine shut down, the family moved to Clarkston Washington and Nancy graduated from Clarkston High School in 1950. On October 21 of that same year, she married the love of her life, Robert M. Zuercher, in Lewiston, Idaho.

They had four children, Susan, Raymond, David and Stephen. The family moved to Eugene, Oregon, where Nancy had been offered a teaching position at Crow Applegate School. She and Robert were both teachers. When they retired, they moved back to Idaho within view of the mountains where she grew up.

Nancy expressed her creativity through quilting, crafting hundreds of quilts that became treasured heirlooms and heartfelt gifts. Following her husband's death in 2014, Nancy moved to Vancouver, WA to be close to family, and she lived independently up until the last year of her life. She and her cat Annie lived with her youngest son Stephen in La Center, WA and passed away at home surrounded by family.

Nancy is survived by her sons, David and Stephen; five grandchildren; Sarah, Ryan, Christopher, Chloe and Camille, and seven great-grandchildren; Aiden, Maggie, Quinn, Raymond, Abel, Malakai and Lorelai. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert (2014) her daughter, Susan (2009) and her son, Raymond (2015).

Nancy will be remembered for her boundless love, her curiosity and quick wit, and her gentle spirit that softened every room she entered. Her son David writes, "She taught me the importance of compassion, patience and finding joy in the simple things. Her warmth touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her, and her love will always be a part of us."

01/26/2026

Norma Gushliak was born Sept. 16, 1933, in Gifford to Albert and Amanda (Dehning) Riggers. She passed away Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, at the age of 92. She was the second-oldest of seven children.

Norma attended public schools in Lewiston and graduated from Lewiston High School in 1951. She was a bank teller at First Security Bank of Idaho in Lewiston for 49 years until retiring in 1991. Norma met many lifelong friends while working there.

Norma met Robert Gushliak in 1953, and they were married Oct. 24, 1954, at Trinity Lutheran Church, where she was a lifelong member. They were blessed with two children, Deann and Douglas.

Norma and Bob enjoyed retirement at their cabin in Soldier’s Meadow where they went snowmobiling and rode ATV’s. They also spent six winters at their home in Yuma, Ariz.

Norma and Bob attended many concerts featuring their favorite country singers and even traveled to Branson, Mo., to watch the shows.

Norma was active in planning her high school reunions and took pleasure in visiting with classmates. She enjoyed running in Bloomsday and local races, it was a family affair.

Norma is survived by her daughter Deann (Bob Campbell), of Kennewick; son Douglas (Gay Elliott), of Clarkston; brothers Don Riggers, of Clarkston and Gary Riggers (Connie), of Lewiston; sister-in-law Billie Jo Riggers, of Lewiston; grandchildren Ryan Campbell, Tyler Campbell, Amanda Toohey; great-granddaughters Hannah Emerick, Rowan Campbell and Nora Campbell; and great-great-grandson Leavitt Emerick.

Preceding her in death were her husband of 66 years, Robert Gushliak; her parents Albert and Amanda Riggers; sisters Elaine Allison and Nadine McCann; and brothers Larry L. Riggers and Keith Riggers.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, Jan. 30, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 920 Eighth Ave., Lewiston. Burial will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 31, at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens in Lewiston.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Trinity Lutheran Church in her name.

01/22/2026

James Michael “Mike” Ledgerwood, 80, of Pomeroy, passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, at his home. Mike was born Sept. 29, 1945, in Lewiston, to Merle and Frances (Gilbert) of Pomeroy.

Mike grew up on the farm in Pomeroy. Among his early farm chores was milking cows, taking care of chickens, gardening and stacking hay bales. He learned about farming wheat, barley, grass, hay and raising cattle.

Mike attended Holy Rosary Catholic School, grades 1-6. He then went to Pomeroy Junior-Senior High School where he graduated in 1963. He was active in FFA and played basketball. He went to Eastern Washington State College where he played basketball one year and joined ROTC. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology. He met his wife, Michele Meeker “Micki,” at Eastern and they were married in July 1967.

Mike joined the National Guard in 1967 and did his training at Fort Lewis and summer trainings at Yakima Firing Center. He worked for Rosauers in Spokane as an assistant manager while Micki taught school. They moved back to Pomeroy in 1976 to farm the family farm. Mike was a member of the Garfield County Cattlemen’s Association.

Mike loved fishing and gardening. He liked to make ground cherry jam, his great-grandmother’s recipe. Mike’s other favorite activities were watching sports, watching grandkids show steers and play sports, jigsaw puzzles and collecting coins.

Mike is survived by his wife, Micki; son Travis (Sherry and four children: Tristen, Cayle, Aubree and Jaken [Makayla and son Layton]); son Brock (Adela and four children: Josh, Josiah, Brooklyn and Mackinzie); granddaughter Madison Barber (Garrett and son Ryatt); his sisters: Anna Marie Ledgerwood, Betty Jane Marmon-Peterson (Pete) and Alice Gwinn (Mike); and eight nieces and nephews. Mike’s parents and brother Jerry preceded him in death.

A rosary for Mike will be recited at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, and the funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, both at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 634 High St., Pomeroy. Burial will be in the Holy Rosary Cemetery and a luncheon to follow at the Catholic School. Merchant Funeral Home of Clarkston is in charge of the cremation.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the Shriners Hospital, made out to: Pomeroy Shrine Club, P.O. Box 545, Pomeroy, WA 99347

01/20/2026

James H. Weaver, 74, of Lewiston, passed peacefully Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, at his home.

James was born on Oct. 5, 1951, in Ohio, Pa., to Kenneth and Helen Mason Weaver.

Jim married Vickie on May 7, 1974, in Lewiston, where they made their home. He served in the U.S. Army National Guard from 1971-77 Motor Transport Opp.

He hauled wood chips for different companies through the years. He was still working until his death.

He enjoyed camping, hunting, riding horses and his four-wheeler with his wife, kids and grand kids.

Jim was preceded in death by his wife and his parents.

He is survived by his sons and daughter-in-laws: James and Rachel Schneider, of Clarkston, Kenneth and Megan Schneider, of Lewiston and Jess and Tonia Blankenship, of Culdesac; daughter Gidget Willoughby, of Spokane; sister Emma and David Jacks, of Lewiston; and his numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

01/20/2026

Boyd passed away peacefully, surrounded by family. A lifelong resident of Kendrick, Boyd graduated in 1971 and worked at Brocke’s for over 30 years. In his later years, he found satisfaction in self-employment, taking immense pride in the simple discipline of making store floors shine.

At 32, Boyd was diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis. Though the disease made pain his constant companion, he met it with legendary stubbornness, rarely letting others know the extent of his struggle. He often remarked he was plagued by “Good Bad Luck” — a fitting description endorsed by those who knew him.

As a nonconformist, he was an avid collector of rocks, cars and memories, seeing value where others did not. He moved to his mountain in 1978, relishing the solitude it provided. The loss of his brother, Roger, in 2018 left an immense hole in his heart, and as the years waned on, he became more of a recluse on his mountain. Ignoring the signs of congestive heart failure was his ultimate stroke of bad luck. During his final days, he urged everyone to learn the symptoms and take them more seriously than he had.

Boyd knew no strangers and had a story for everyone. While his memory remained sharp, his body simply could not overcome this last bit of bad luck. His good fortune, though, will live on through his daughter Amanda (Chuck) Fletcher and their children Matt, Tristin, Evan and Landon; son Ryan and his children Coryn and Colby; Marcus’s children and grandchildren; ex-wife and friend, Kristel; companion Lettie and her children and grandchildren; older brother Rick; and sister Colleen (Jack) Shuitt; and chosen brother Richard (Julie) May.

He is now reunited with his parents, James and Hazel, brother Roger and son Marcus. A celebration of life will be held later when the good weather returns.

01/16/2026

Silas Matthies passed away in Kalispell Montana on November 26, 2025. He was born in Portland Oregon September 12, 1930 to Silas F. and Myrtle L Matthies. He grew up in Ogden, Utah. After graduation from Washington State University and service in the Korean War as a 1st Lieutenant, he married Barbara Hunter and was employed by General Mills Inc. He also attended Harvard Business School.

He spent 36 years with General Mills, retiring as Director of Grain Operations. Si was active in grain industry affairs, serving as President of several industry associations including the Terminal Elevator Grain Merchants Association, American Oat Association and the National Grain and Feed Association. He also served on the Board of Directors of numerous industry related organizations including the Chicago Board of Trade and the Minneapolis Grain Exchange, which he was a member of for over 65 years.

Upon retirement Si, and his wife Jane, moved to Montana, living first in Ronan and later in Kalispell. During his retirement years he actively consulted in the United States, Canada, 5 continents and over 50 countries throughout the world with particular focus on the restructuring of the food processing and grain industries.

He was a mentor to many and was well-respected in his field. His passing has left a great emptiness in the hearts of his family. He will be deeply missed by those who knew him and loved him.

He is survived by wife Jane, sister-law Susan Matthies of Pasadena California, sons Si (Katie), Peter (Lisa), daughters Susan Matthies and Peggy Matthies, seven wonderful grandchildren, Jacob (Allison), Emily (Matt), Silas, Gretchen (Jack), Sam (Renee), Glenna (Ben) and Hunter (Syndey) and nine beautiful great grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 2:00pm at Pomeroy City Cemetery. Military Honors will be begin presenting promptly at 2:00pm.

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