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Ronan - Edwin Albert "Ed" Loder, age 67, passed away on August 31, 2024. He was born on April 2, 1957, to Robert Samuel Loder and Edith Adell (Bates) Loder in Hot Springs, Montana. Ed grew up in Plains, MT with his older siblings Adell and Jack. Even as a young child he began to develop his talent and craftsmanship, sometimes using his siblings as a creative outlet. Once Ed ground down a hack saw blade to match the key of his brother Jack's motorcycle to joyride while Jack was away...until their... Full story
In Loving Memory Joan Bybee Freed Nov. 19, 1926 - July 27, 2024 Joan (Bybee) Freed was born to Dween and June Bybee in Parker, Idaho. When Joan was 10 their family moved to Moiese, Montana. She had four brothers: Gerald Bybee, Bernard Bybee, Joe Bybee, George Bybee, and one sister Tani (Bybee) Wyman. When she was age 16 they moved to Thompson Falls. Mom started working at the Black Bear Cafe as a waitress. Soon she would meet her future husband of 69 years, Marvin (Mike) Freed. They married May... Full story
Jeff Kirkland born September 1, 1963, to Joe Blanton and Jane Kirkland, passed away August 28, 2024 at his home in Noxon, surrounded by loved ones. Jeff moved to Noxon his junior year, where he met Jackie Larkin. They got married June 5, 1984, and had three daughters Acacia, Jessica and Jasmine. Jeff battled cancer and SLE for many years, but always kept his positive spirit and smile. Services are being held Thursday, September 5, 2024, at 4 p.m. at the Noxon Methodist Church. Graveside... Full story
Lela Marlene Barrick Orr was born January 8, 1924, to Troy R. and Edna Pearl Barrick in Butler, Oklahoma. She grew up in the Arapaho, Oklahoma area, attended school and graduated from Arapaho High School in 1942. She married Howard Arthur Orr on May 30, 1942, and they were married 54 years when he died in 1996. The family lived in Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, Wyoming and Montana. Marlene was a housewife, raising four kids, while her husband worked for Shell Oil Company as a seismologist. In... Full story
Patricia "Patty" Louise Geiger, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, age 78, of Nirada, Montana passed away peacefully on August 27, 2024, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Polson. Patty was born on March 6, 1946, to Mary Hopkins. She was raised by her mother and stepfather Edgar Hopkins in Hamilton, MT. After she graduated from Corvallis High School in 1964, she went on to study nursing at MSU Northern in Havre, MT. After graduating with an associate's degree in nursing, she started her first... Full story
On August 9, 2024, Dusty Ann Fratzke, 43, of Kalispell, Montana, passed away. On December 17, 1980 Dusty was the fourth and last child born to Scott Fratzke and Edna Brotherton in Sanders County, Montana. Dusty spent her childhood in Thompson Falls and Ronan. In her younger childhood she spent much time with her grandparents on their ranch outside of Thompson Falls before moving to Ronan. She had a lifelong love of animals and at the age of 23 she earned a diploma as an Animal Care Specialist.... Full story
Dude Sheffer cashed in his poker chips and left on his Harley for one last ride on May 28, 2024. Dude died from complications of diabetes in St. Pat's Hospital in Missoula. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, Allen and Bryan (who was also his best friend) and his sister Bonnie Vulles Dodd. He is survived by his stepson Todd Zak, three sisters, Shirley Stephens, Ruby Stobie and Kim Nordhagen and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his poker playing buddies and his o... Full story
May 20, 1962 - August 24, 2024 A force of nature known for her infectious energy and boundless love, Mary Michelle Manning, 62, passed away on August 24, 2024, surrounded by family. Mikki, as she preferred to be called, was a firecracker from birth (May 20th, 1962). She was born in Grayling, Michigan, to Jerome Lake and Kathryn Lake (Dewitt), and was loved and adored by her 3 siblings (Cheri Baldwin, Robin Shannon, and Timothy Lake). Mikki spent her childhood in Michigan before moving to Oregon... Full story
Tom Konen passed away on August 10, 2024, at his home in Polson, Montana, surrounded by his loving family, after a 10-month battle with multiple myeloma. He was born in Butte, Montana on July 5, 1961. Tom was a successful chiropractor with a clinic in Plains and at Logan Health Polson. He had a soft spot for his many patients and was well known for his big bear hugs in and out of the treatment room. Tom loved his Butte roots and will forever have ties to his lifelong friends and coaches from... Full story
Viola Bernice (Nash) Allestad, 87, lived an ideal life; a daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and devoted child of God. She was born in Devon, Montana, to William and Jessie (Dickson ) Nash, the sixth of ten children. She spent her early childhood in Devon and then moved to Shelby. On November 14,1950, she married Lars Allestad. They lived in Plains, Montana, and then in Texas, as Lars was in the Army. They returned to Montana and settled in Great Falls, where they raised six children. Even as a devoted wife, mother, and Sund... Full story
Shirley Catherine Windle went peacefully to her heavenly home August 12, 2024, 17 days before her 85th birthday. Shirley C. Windle was born at the Yak Mine (MT) on August 29,1939, to Rose and Claude Franck and raised in Trout Creek together with her twelve siblings. She attended school in Trout Creek and Thompson Falls and graduated from Noxon High School. She also attended Prairie Bible College. Shirley was married to Jerome (Jerry) Windle on June 1, 1957, and had four children, Martin Windle,... Full story
At the age of 93, Jimme Lee Wilson, retired rancher, passed away quietly at his home in Santa Barbara, CA on August 1, 2024, where he and his wife Carolyn lived for the past six years. Jimme was born in Billings, MT, May 21, 1931, to Paul and Catherine Bender Wilson. He later graduated from Laurel High School in 1949, and played in the East-West Shrine Football Game his senior year. In 1949, he enrolled at the University of Montana where he played center and linebacker for the Grizzly football t... Full story
Margaret A. Filippi went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 29, 2024, at home. Margaret is no longer in pain and no more suffering. Thank you Jesus and praise be to God. Margaret was born October 15, 1935, in London, England. She moved to Paris, France, when she was 20 years old and loved every moment of her three years there. She learned to write and speak French and German fluently. She then moved to California in 1959 and was a secretary to the president of a large... Full story
Lawrence Lawson Kennedy, husband of Sandra Sitzmann and father of Chris Kennedy, left this world on November 24, 2023, at Immanuel Lutheran Nursing Home in Kalispell, Montana. Lawrence entered this world as a roaring lion, an Indiana Jones character who never took "no" for an answer. He was born in California, determined to conquer everything presented to him. He was unstoppable, his creative spirit leading him to achieve everything he wished for in life. He was a man of many talents: an artist,... Full story
Jim Walker passed into God’s hands May 18, 2024, from Lewy Body Dementia & metastasized cancer. He was 77 years young. Born in Hanford, California, on July 21, 1946, he was the middle child of Carol and Velma (Greve) Walker. Jim was proud of his pioneer heritage. The Greves were early settlers in Coalinga, California. The Walkers were “Okies” escaping The Dust Bowl. Jim inherited the best from both sides: good looks, personality, temperament, and talents. Raised in a Jesus-loving family, he accepted his Lord and Savior at age 12. For the rest... Full story
Vicky Heath passed away on July 3, 2024, after a short illness. She was born Vera Lou Holt on February 6, 1942, to Gordon Holt and Elsie Managhan Holt in Missoula, Montana. When she started school, there was another child named Vera, so she was called Vicky and that stuck with her the rest of her life. She was raised in Hot Springs, Montana, where her father owned and operated the Shell service station and then the Plymouth and Dodge dealership. Gordon suffered a heart attack and passed away... Full story
"Grandma Betty" In the early hours of July 6, 2024, Betty Jean Hoge passed away at her home after a battle with complications from a heart-related illness. Betty is survived and lovingly remembered by her husband of 42 years, Chris Hoge; loving daughters Shellie Van Duker (David), Sherrie Jackson, and Pamela Zednick (Brian); and their father, Edwin Herring; grandchildren Emery, Courtney, Carson, Bradley, and Rachel; great grandchildren Hayley, Rilyn, Ella, Parker, and Ilya; brother Rodney... Full story
October 9, 1952 – July 10, 2024 Joan Lee Braun, aged 71, passed away peacefully in Spokane, Washington, on July 10, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Born October 9, 1952, in Fargo, North Dakota, Joan was the beloved daughter of Eugene and Evelyn Dahl. She grew up in a nurturing family environment that inspired her lifelong dedication to children and education. Joan grew up in a small but close-knit community in Gwinner, North Dakota, alongside her older siblings, Howard and Laura, and her y... Full story
Nick Marich, Jr. was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend who touched the lives of many. He passed away unexpectedly from a heart attack on July 2, 2024, at the age of 68 while working at home. Nick was born to Nick and Adrienne Marich on January 21, 1956, in Oklahoma. He graduated from Thompson Falls High School and shortly thereafter married his high school sweetheart, Diane Sellmer, on August 24, 1974, in Heron, Montana. They had been married for 49 years at the... Full story
In 1992, Carl Haywood met Linda Lou DeBlois in Spokane, where he was speaking at a geology conference. On the last day Carl called Linda, inviting her to the ball. She eagerly accepted, and went out and bought a new dress just for the occasion. They were married shortly thereafter, and in the 32 years that followed lived a wonderful life together, full of adventure and achievement. Linda was born on Oct. 25, 1946, in Lewiston to Harley DeBlois and Mildred Dover DeBlois. She had an older... Full story
Wanda LaRae (Bowers) Stokes, 74, of Dixon, Montana, passed away on April 17 peacefully at home. Wanda was born on August 22, 1949, to Charles Seaton Bowers and Doris Wandaline (Bowers) Bennett at St. Mark's Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. Throughout her life Wanda took on a caretaker role for all those she loved and cared about. Her family and friends often called her by her nickname Swanie. From the time she started working she worked in several restaurants and found her calling in cooking. A... Full story
Richie was born on November 3, 1936, in Plains, Montana, to Julian and Ruth Graham. He sadly passed away on June 20, 2024, at the age of 87. Richie is survived by his wife Diane of 67 years; brother Robert; daughters Tana, Tracy and Tara; grandsons Brandon, Sean, Zachary, Graham and Ian; and great-grandchildren Senna, Alice, June and Audrey. Richie graduated from Thompson Falls High School in 1955 and University of Montana with a degree in education in 1961. He served a distinguished career in... Full story
May 31, 1929 – May 29, 2024 Donald F. Cameron 94 of Hayden Idaho, peacefully passed away on May 29, 2024. Don was born May 31, 1929 in Ramsey, Minnesota, to Clarence and Catherine Cameron. Don lived in Minnesota until 1946 when he relocated to Texas and took a job for the Lykes Brothers Steamship Company as a seaman. In 1948, Don enlisted in the United States Air Force and proudly served for the next 20 years. After completing basic training, Don was stationed at Fairchild Air Force Base in W... Full story
In the early hours of Wednesday, June 12, 2024, Sharon Young passed away at St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease and complications from COVID-19. She was surrounded by family in her final hours, and will be greatly missed by many. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Garden City Funeral Home in Missoula, with a reception to follow. Online condolences may be left at gardencityfh.com. The Young family asks that any... Full story
Bruce Allen Piscitello passed away on the evening of June 7, 2024 at the age of 54. He was born in Garden Grove, California, but raised and graduated in Fall River Mills, California. Bruce received a football scholarship and attended Butte college in Chico, California. He loved camping with his daughters, fishing, attending concerts and anything to do with football. He worked at Premier Doors in Thompson Falls. He is preceded in death by father Rick Piscitello. Survived by mother Linda... Full story
