John Wallace Pierce, Jr., of Smelterville, Idaho finished his course on earth on March 12, 2026 and is now resting peacefully awaiting resurrection morning. His confidence in Christ, as His Lord and Savior, was firm to the end. John was born on December 1, 1944 in Mountain Home, Idaho.

John spent a good portion of his time in Washington State, graduating from Walla Walla College where he met his wife, Diana Canty. Later, he returned to the state of Idaho as a pastor where he and Diana opened Restoration House, a transitional home for women, as well as the 2nd Chances Thrift Store in Smelterville.

John’s greatest joy was to share his love of Jesus with others. He and Diana worked together to be the hands and feet of Jesus in the Silver Valley. John was a master of many trades, enjoyed a good book, an old Chevy, and growing food in his garden. He was a man of few but insightful words.

He will be missed by his wife, Diana; as well as his two children, Matthew and Stacy along with their spouses; four grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; sister, Debbie; brother, Dave; and many other “adopted” family members.

At John’s request, cremation has taken place and services are being planned for a future date.

Memories of John and messages of condolence may be shared online with his family at www.shoshonefuneralservice.com Shoshone Funeral Services of the Silver Valley is caring of the Pierce family.