James Everett Briggs

James Everett Briggs, 50, of Rexburg, Idaho, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026, in Idaho Falls, Idaho.

James was born April 8, 1976, in Rexburg, Idaho, the son of Lynn Elmer Briggs and Norma Lee Snodgrass Briggs. He has two older sisters, Cathy and Susan Briggs. He attended schools in Rexburg, Idaho, graduating from Madison High School.

James served for four years in the United States Navy as a plane captain. Followed by six years in the Air Force, working in the medical field. After retiring from the military, he worked as a dispatcher for Madison County for 23 years.

James loved his family, his country, and living in the Snake River Valley. Experiencing the outdoors, fishing, or hunting brought him peace and joy. He was a history buff and loved to learn as much as he could. With that said, he would travel somewhere historic or educational at least once a year.

James is survived by his two sisters, Cathy and Susan Briggs of Rexburg; niece, Jenny Miller, and nephew, Dustin (Alise) Miller, and four ‘little girls’ great nieces. James is preceded in death by his parents, Lynn and Norma Briggs, grandparents, and many aunts and uncles.

A graveside service will be held for James on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at 11:00 am in the Sutton Cemetery (841 Sutton Cemetery, Rexburg, ID 83440). The family will visit with friends Friday night, July 17, 2026, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm at Eckersell Memorial Chapel (101 West Main Street, Rigby, Idaho), and again on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Eckersells from 9:30 to 10:30 am.