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Jack Muldoon, a Southern Idaho leader in business and Christian communities for 60 years, peacefully passed away May 8, 2025, in Caldwell, aged 91. He is survived by four children: Matt, Lisa, Kris, and Colin; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Jack was preceded in death by his wife, Frankie (2007), daughter Angie (2001), and grandson Lou (2022).

A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. on May 29, 2025, at the Marsing-Homedale Cemetery, followed by a memorial service and dinner at the Basque Center in Homedale. Donations to the Boise Rescue Mission may be made in lieu of floral arrangements.

In 1990, Jack spoke to a Southern Idaho Christian Women’s group. His testimony encapsulates his life’s journey up to that point, and more importantly, his devotion to Jesus Christ. The following are excerpts from that testimony:

I’m just an Irishman who loves Jesus with all my heart. I have, in my background, a special unity for the body of Christ. My father was Catholic, my mother Lutheran, my wife Methodist. I attended a Presbyterian college. I’ve been a board member for the Salvation Army for over 10 years. I have had the privilege of serving as president of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship for four years. Praise God for His love for all of us.

In 1976, a businessman I had known for some time asked me, “Jack Muldoon, are you lukewarm?” When I questioned him about that statement, he read from a pocket New Testament, Revelation 3:15-16. Jesus was speaking: “I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of my mouth.”

The businessman read the words Jesus spoke, but the important point was that Jesus spoke to me directly that morning. That year—1976—my life changed. I started on the path to a close, intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. I was born again.

In 1933, I was born in a small town called Presho, South Dakota. Our country was in a terrible depression. Millions were out of work. Poverty was everywhere. And there was a terrible drought. South Dakota was a dust bowl. What little we had left, the grasshoppers came and finished. We lost everything. In 1934, when I was a year old, my family moved to Idaho to start over. I don’t know how we made it, but I know God’s hand was always on us

My father worked long days for a dollar a day, but we made it through. I have five sisters and one brother. Another brother died at birth. We were so poor, but with the love of God and the love for one another, we were rich. The scripture says, “Love never fails,” and to this very day, a wonderful love prevails in our family. That same love prevails for my wife, three daughters, and two sons.

After graduating from Marsing High School in 1951, Jack attended the College of Idaho and Creighton University before graduating from Idaho State University in 1958 with a pharmacy degree. In 1953, he married his childhood sweetheart, Frances (Frankie) Scott.

In high school, Jack began working for Penny-Wise Drug Store in Caldwell. The company supported him while he pursued his degree at ISU. After graduating, Jack, Frankie, and their two small children—Matt (b. 1955) and Lisa (b. 1957)—returned to Caldwell, where he worked in the Penny-Wise pharmacy.

A promotion to store manager in 1965 sent Jack, with Frankie, Matt, Lisa, and now Angie (b. 1959) and Kris (b. 1961), to Twin Falls. Jack and Frankie welcomed one more child, Colin, in 1966. Jack’s tenure at Penny-Wise would propel him into prominence in the Twin Falls business community for the next quarter century.

In my lifetime, I was a farm laborer, a truck driver, a store clerk, a pharmacist, a store manager, and a corporate officer. All my life, I knew about God. I went to church every Sunday, but I didn’t make Jesus Christ the Lord of my life until I was 43 years old.

Between 1977 and 1979, the drugstore business was excellent. Then something happened. Each year after 1979, business declined. We lost three stores by 1983. Our income was greatly reduced. I was very close to the Lord, but we were losing everything. About this time, I attended a meeting in Nampa. Business reports were all very poor. I remember driving back to Twin Falls, depressed, and asking God to take me out of the business.

That Sunday, I was at church at the Salvation Army. A lady in attendance that morning could evidently see my troubled spirit. She asked the captain to give me a scripture, one of the most important scriptures of my life, Isaiah 30:20-21: “And though the Lord gives you the bread of adversity and the water of affliction, yet your teachers will not be moved into a corner anymore, but your eyes shall see your teachers. Your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, ‘This is the way, walk in it,’ whenever you turn to the right hand or whenever you turn to the left.”

In 1983, I asked God to take me out of the business. Three years later, He did just that. Our Twin Falls store closed in 1986.

In 1983, my volunteer work started at the Twin Falls County Jail and the Idaho State Penitentiary. In 1987, I began work as a volunteer chaplain at the Idaho State Correctional Institution. In 1988, God gave me the opportunity to become a spiritual counselor on death row. One Sunday a month, God allows us to have service on death row. Fourteen out of the nineteen men on death row have come out to the service. We don’t call it death row any longer. It’s now known as Eternal Life Row.

As I look back on my life, I see occasions where the love of God was overwhelming. Those times stand out above all else. God allowed me to help someone who was just there, so to speak—someone who could never help me back, someone who was not easy to help. Then I hear the words of Jesus: “When you help the least of my brethren, you help me.”

Jack re-entered the retail and pharmacy world in 1991 when he joined Pay-Less Drug (later Rite Aid). After 25 years in Twin Falls, he and Frankie moved to Meridian. Over the next 15 years, Jack worked at various Pay-Less/Rite Aid locations, notably the Vista Ave. store in Boise, where he built a strong rapport with local clientele.

In 2001, Jack and Frankie moved back to their childhood home in Marsing. After retiring from full-time work with Rite Aid, Jack continued a part-time schedule with an assisted living pharmacy while volunteering in various local community organizations.

Unexpectedly, Frankie passed away in 2007. Shortly after, Jack retired as a pharmacist but began a nearly decade-long tenure as a hospice volunteer. In 2018, he stepped away from both volunteer work and prison ministry due to physical limitations.

Jack’s remaining years were quiet, given his life of public service, although he continued to write regular op-ed pieces for local publications, something he had done for decades. Surrounded by his loving family, he remained the consummate spiritual leader, always embodying the values he extolled.

Richard Martin Hymas

November 11, 1957 – May 18, 2025

With heavy hearts and profound love, we announce the passing of Richard Martin Hymas, who returned to his Heavenly Father on May 18, 2025, in Nampa, Idaho, due to natural causes. He was 67 years old.

Born on November 11, 1957, in Preston, Idaho, Richard was the youngest of six children born to Don Robert Hymas and Lillie Roma Beckstead Hymas. He was raised in Twin Falls, Idaho, where he made cherished memories and lifelong friends. He attended Bickel Elementary, O’Leary Middle School, and graduated from Twin Falls High School. As a young teen, one of Richard’s fondest memories was riding in his brother-in-law Larry Dunn’s van—that left him in awe of the unique of a kitchenette on wheels.

After high school, Richard devoted two years of service as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Australia. His time there deepened his faith and compassion—qualities that would define his life.

Soon after returning home, Richard met his eternal sweetheart, Kelly Anne Reed, at a young adult ward activity. Their love story was one of patience and persistence; Richard knew from the beginning that Kelly was the one. After three proposals, Kelly finally said yes, and their beautiful journey together began.

Throughout their marriage, Richard and Kelly made homes in various places across Idaho and Utah, including Twin Falls, Provo, Vernal, Sunset, Logan, Chubbuck, and ultimately, Nampa. Each move brought new experiences and friendships, but the heart of their home was always centered around love, family, and faith.

Richard was a devoted father and grandfather. He adored spending time outdoors with his family, especially on camping trips to Flaming Gorge, where fishing was a must. It was also a time of reset as he was able to escape the stress of work and life and make his family bonds even stronger. One of his most treasured traditions was “Grandparents Day,” when he used his work bonus to create unforgettable moments with his grandchildren, whether at Lagoon or through cupcake-decorating contests that filled the house with laughter.

Professionally, Richard was a committed and loyal retail manager. He spent the early years of his career as an assistant manager at a grocery store, then spent 18 years with Walmart and 10 years with Ross. His dedication was met with care and respect from his employers, especially during times of illness when his job—and his dignity—were protected. Richard never took this for granted and gave his best in return.

A faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Richard found great fulfillment in serving quietly and diligently. One of his favorite callings was as a financial clerk.

Richard had many hobbies, including woodworking, where he crafted beautiful rolling pins, cutting boards, and lamps—most of which he gave as heartfelt gifts. He had a deep love of reading, especially suspense novels by Steven Balducci, and passed this passion on to Kelly. He also loved to travel; highlights included visiting Astoria, Oregon, Mt. Rushmore, and the Battle of Little Bighorn. Though he never made it to the Grand Canyon, he often dreamed of it.

Those who knew Richard will remember his witty dad jokes, gentle sarcasm, warm smile, and even warmer hands. He had an extraordinary gift for making people feel truly seen and valued. Whether through a quiet conversation or playful moment with his grandkids, Richard radiated love.

Richard is survived by his beloved wife of many years, Kelly Anne Reed Hymas; his parents-in-law, Charles and Earline Reed; his children: Katie Anne Hulse (Charles), Reed Martin Hymas (Kristine), Brett Miles Hymas (Staci), and Jared Don Hymas (Stephanie); 18 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Don and Lillie Hymas, and his brother, Kent Hymas.

A graveside service to honor and celebrate Richard’s life will be held on Wednesday, May 28, at 1:00 PM at Sunset Memorial Park, 2296 Kimberly Road, Twin Falls, Idaho. Arrangements are under the care of Zeyer Funeral Chapel.

Though our hearts are heavy, we find peace in knowing that Richard's legacy of love, kindness, faith, and humor lives on in each of us. He was a quiet giant, a steady presence, and a cherished soul who made the world better simply by being in it.