Obituaries can vary in the amount of information they contain, but many of them are genealogical goldmines, She is survived by her husband Harold Creason, they shared 20 years of marriage together. She worked a total of 40 years before retiring. Dale and Helen owned the Dairy Queen in Garrison and he later worked for REA as a lineman for two years. They established Dahl Funeral Chapel in Billings in 1956. As well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends she loved very much. A funeral service was held on Saturday, February 25th 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church (215 Blacktail Rd, Lakeside, MT 59922). Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 3, at Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary, 1001 Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Big Horn County Historical Museum, 1163 3rd St. E, Hardin or the Big Horn County Council Aging Meals Fund 317 N. Center Ave., Hardin or to a charity of ones choice. He is survived by : his parents, Cameron Gillette and Annie Gillette; his siblings, Ari, Max, Rye and Ellie of Somers, MT. The home was always decked out for each holiday. After graduation, she married Steven Harren but divorced shortly after that. He would always take care of skinning it though. While working there, she was excited to welcome her grandchildren, Emily and Jacen. Throughout his life, he remained a doting grandfather to Dale, Chris, Lisa, Jennifer, Caitlyn, Lindsey and Eduardo and great- grandfather to Lauren, Jesse, Eric, Isaiah, Zoey, Sophia and Sophie. Box 1423Three Forks, MT 59752Ph: (406) 223-4653, Powered by ROAR Online Publication Software from Lions Light Corporation He served as Big Horn County Coroner for 50 years. The Funeral Mass will be held at 8 am Saturday, November 21 followed by the Rite of Committal at Mount Olivet Cemetery. And he was always down for a good banter! Funeral Services for Brandon Stevenson, 37, of Colorado Springs, CO will be 10:00 am, Friday, December 17, 2021 at the Stevenson Funeral Home in Dickinson with Pastor Scott Skones officiating. Alice loved exploring the Pioneer Mountains by snowmobile, ATV, or Sunday drives with Joe, her family, and her friends. Russ favored green, but the life of this remarkable man is a portrait in full color! He then began what ended up being a 40-year career as a Service Representative for Otter Tail Power Company. School was not her thing, and she went to work for Weissmans again in Bozeman. If you didnt find him helping out mom or working around the house, then you would find him working on his many projects, his last of which being a bow. Starting from a young age, he had a love for music. In addition to her children and grandchildren, Alice is survived by her brothers and sisters-in-law, Dan (Terri) Seymour, Jim (Marie) Seymour, Bev Monahan of Butte, Barb (Bob) Richards, Leo Calcaterra, of Helena, and many nieces and nephews. He was born on April 30, 1950, in Billings, Mont., to wonderful parents Herbert and Ginger Macrow. Including very special cousins John Huntley and Heather Kipf, who served as a great comfort to her. Alice Joy Seymour passed away in Butte on December 7, 2019, after a long battle with Alzheimers Disease. They remained in Missoula where Fred finished his degree and worked part-time for the Montgomery Ward company. Anyone that stopped at the house, got a tour of the trains and of course they couldn't leave without seeing his "coo coo clock". Tyson is continuing his service to the Lord on the other side of the veil alongside his companion Elder Davis. She would rarely miss a game and if Larry was out of town, she would take one of her kids or a friend. Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.. He had a long career as a school administrator both as a principal and superintendent, touching many young lives. From Kamchatka, Russia, to Nunavut, Canada, John immersed himself in local cultures and religions while pursuing his true passion of hunting. He loved being with his best friend Pipsqueak McKinsey Jerrel which included getting their cherished pedicures. His mother, when visiting him at one of his schools, would ask if he was really in charge or if he was pranking her and was actually the janitor. He was born May 9, 1948 in Whitehall, Montana to Inez and Earl Townsend of Trident. He loved presenting slide shows on the Holy Land to churches and schools. Dennis was born in Rugby, ND and spent most of his life between Rugby and Minot, ND. Tom graduated from St. Marys and then Central Catholic High School in 1952, the same year he placed first in downhill ski racing at Kings Hill, a sport he loved dearly, and continued to enjoy well into his 80s. He returned to Hardin and worked with his father at Bullis Mortuary. She also enjoyed collecting goose and duck themed figurines, cookie jars, and other items to decorate the house. Tyson would still say hes the better hunter. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com. She grew up in Eola, Salem and Keizer. Duane was predeceasedFull story, Richard "Rich" Macrow of Logan, Mont., died May 30, 2022. She also was very talented at knitting, embroidery, needlepoint and later in life began a love affair with beading. He died on September 9, 2022, of natural causes. Condolences and memories may be shared online by visiting www.schnackenbergfh.com (in Libby) or www.gardencityfh.com (in Missoula). Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 30, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints in Miles City. Wade was raised in Manhattan, Montana and graduatedFull story, On Monday, June 13, 2022, Helen Esther Lilly (ne Neufeld), 81, returned to her Lord after an extended illness at home in Three Forks, Montana. Write your message of sympathy today. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send Brandon graduated from Trinity High School in 2003 where he excelled in football, wrestling, and track. Later in life Clay independently ensured the publication of their story Top O the Mountain was preserved and continues to this day. Those wishes will be honored. Alice was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and her siblings. They moved to Helena and had Linda. We would also have competitions seeing who could get the bigger deer. He collected things others considered useless envisioning a way they could be reused, repurposed or remade; the Kaiser car converted into a shop truck for Russ service station, the corral constructed out of old vehicles, the converted school bus hauling cattle down the highway with their heads hanging out the windows, and so much more! Ken lived in and around the Gallatin Valley his entire life. Interment will follow in the Custer County Cemetery. Due to COVID, a private prayer service will be held at Cozean Memorial Chapel. As well as his brothers-in-arms Captain Jay Jones and Major Sean Maples. She was raised in Roy, MT where she attended school and she played basketball and ran track. Outside of raising his family, he was a passionate tile rummy player, huntsman, and jokester. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials to the donor's choice. Jane and Herman C. Rausch married on June 19, 1947. She often could be heard exclaiming, Oh! LOCAL SPOTLIGHT Norma L. Petty Norma L. Petty HAMILTON Norma L. Petty passed away February 26, 2023, in Hamilton, Montana, with her loving family at He then joined the family business, Jewell Funeral Home, in Deer Lodge, with his father and brother-in-law. He was surrounded by close family and friends. Paula would comment on the challenges of raising young children while living in the funeral home. That was always the first word to come out of Tysons mouth when he greeted people. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-laws Tom Vert and Darrell Sutton and several good friends. She was a beloved mother to Harley, Dustin, Brandy (Dustin's wife), Desiree,Full story, On the morning of February 2, 2023, Kenneth Lloyd Ypma died peacefully in his home at the age of 83. He was proud of military service and was a member of the American Legion and into his late 80s he served on the burial honor guard. She metFull story, Dennis D Voeller of Three Forks, MT sadly passed away on August 9, 2022 at Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital. Howdy! She met David Montgomery and gave birth to her daughter, Nicole. Kenneth George Avison, Ken died on August 26th, 2020 due to complications from cancer. Her roots run deep, and she was so proud to have heritage. Lee attended Mt. The family moved to Three Forks, Montana where RayFull story, Duane Karsten Burkenpas was born on November 10, 1933 in the beautiful Gallatin Valley of Bozeman, Montana; the place where he lived all of his grand 88 years and where he met his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 5, 2022. Ladies stood in line for a twirl with Russ! He sponsored and mentored many members in his forty-five years of sobriety. Terry Sather, 72, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, in Billings. During this time, he also earned his Masters Degree from U of M. He came to Libby in 1957, accepting the position as director of bands and music department supervisor for Libby Public Schools. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to the Brandon Stevenson Memorial Fund that will help ensure that Adler and Hadley are able to live out their dreams. Tyson had his years where he was close to getting the biggest deer, but Caiden would always show him up. He leaves behind his wifeFull story, Maxwell ("Max") A. Townsend, 80, of Goodyear, AZ, died in his sleep of natural causes on 7/18/22. Paula is pre-deceased by her husband, Larry; daughter-in-law, Deon; and, grandson, Forest. His commitment to his word was his deeds. Robert was born on Valentines Day in 1947 to Joe and Pearl Dyer in Springfield, MO. Tom is Papa to his four grandchildren, Stasia and Emiley Demick and Ave and Isaiah Dimond. He was one of four siblings that served in the US military in WWII. One of Barbs biggest dreams was to own a horse, which her parents said she could have if they ever lived out in the country. Vern and Lowell Bullis. She was loyal and a champion of all she loved. In 1998, John served as President of Selected Independent Funeral Homes. View the online obituary and share your condolences at cozeanfuneralhome.com. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 from 9:00 am- 5:00 pm at The Lake Funeral Home, a Vigil and Sharing will be Tuesday, September 1st at 7:00 pm at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, and Funeral Mass will be on Wednesday, September 2nd at 10:00 am at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. A funeral mass will be 10AM Tuesday August 11, 2020 at Rye Park in Colstrip. It doesnt get better than that.. Obituaries Monday, February 13, 2023 Billie Lankford Shepard, 75, of Clancy Feb 13, 2023 0 Billie Lankford Shepard, of Clancy, died Jan. 10, 2023 at St Peters Hospital after a seven- Sunday, February 05, 2023 Penny Lou McCarthy Feb 5, 2023 0 Penny Lou McCarthy was born into the arms of angels on Jan. 22, 2023, to Kevin and Megan McC He was born to John Wellington and Lucilla (Stinard) Bullis on March 14, 1923 in the family home. He loved his mission more than anything else as he was serving the Lord and gaining his own testimony of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Tommy graduated from University of Montana in 1956 and later was drafted to the army, serving time in Europe as a statistician. Copyright 2023. Russ true color was bold! WebTerry Sather. Although it seems impossible, well weather this storm and our love for Brandon and God will lead us through. Born the second child, he was alwaFull story, Ronald Eugene Elliott, born May 21, 1948, died at the age of 73 on March 21, 2022 at Bozeman Deaconess Hospital in Bozeman, MT. Kathy loved flowers and they are a welcomed gift. The family moved to Deer Lodge in 1964. Tyson is terribly missed by his parents Dustin and Jessica Haycock, sisters Natalie and Calista, brother Caiden, grandparents Jon and Suzie Adams, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. We welcome your condolences, thoughts and memories. He would not leave the house without a sharp knife and would often be found sharpening one of his many knives. Brandon loved well and showed up for so many. Following high school, Brandon was nominated to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. He stayed actively involved in music education as guest conductor and adjudicator at many music festivals throughout the area and, for many years, as a private music teacher. Although she worked fulltime and had three kids, her home was always very neat, tidy, and clean. Those animals were his greatest pride and joy. Ginny was born in Bozeman, MT on September 30, 1939 to Bill and Mary Jane Crowley. Beneath the surface of all that Russ planted in his life lays a deeply rooted, vibrantly colored legacy. She began her teaching career in Fraizer, MT then Savage, MT. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. The service will be livestreamed at www.facebook.com/garrisonthompsonfh/. She moved with Dave to Bozeman and attended Montana State University for a couple years and the couple married. Those who wish to donate in memory of Tom may give to Eagle Mount Therapeutic Recreation Great Falls, MT, https://www.eaglemount.net/donate/ or mail checks payable to Eagle Mount, PO Box 2866, Great Falls, MT 59403.The memorial service will be live-streamed on OConnor Funeral Home & Crematory Facebook page starting at 10:25 a.m. on April 22, 2022. Never afraid to say what was on her mind and often loudly, Mya also had a huge heart that brought so much joy to her family and friends.Full story, Raymond Jay Townsend, age 73, a resident of Lisle, IL for 33 years, passed away unexpectedly December 6, 2021. Art and Clays 41 years together were a shining example of love, faith and devotion. Fred was born November 28, 1928 at Kalispell, Montana to Raymond Nelson and Martha OBrien Nelson; he and his sister Evelyn attended grade school at Kalispell. But, the greatest adventure of all has been lots of fun and laughter with family. Eventually, she became the beloved Nonna to 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Barbara Jean Montgomery, 66, of Black Eagle passed away on October 5, 2021. She was an accomplished seamstress and crochet artist. We know that families can be together forever and hold fast to that knowledge. His faith was precious to him and an example to his family and friends.As a funeral director, he was a member of the order of the Golden Rule and National Funeral Directors Association and past president of the Montana Funeral Directors Association. Paula was a die-hard Trailblazer fan and they had season tickets for well over 30 years. For nearly 30 years she was an avid supporter of Colstrip athletics. She loved the hustle and bustle of the city. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Barry Landon Gillette in Kalispell, Montana, who passed away at the age of 2, on February 22, 2023. In the fall of 1971 he returned to Missoula, accepting the position as director of bands at Sentinel High School, continuing his passion for teaching music until retiring in June of 1987. Yet, they are also affordable. Whether she hosted hundreds of attendees at the Sayers and Seymour family reunions or a dozen family members around the table at weekly Sunday dinners, all that mattered to Alice was that her family was around her. The master mechanic with an artistic flare was practical yet eccentric, complex yet simple, thrifty yet generous. A visitation with viewing will be held from 12 PM to 5 PM on Saturday, October 24, 2020, at Jewell Funeral Home, 601 Missouri Ave, Deer Lodge, MT 59722. In November of 2013, he married Karina Hatch; they enjoyed dancing, traveling and many other adventures until her death in October of 2016. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, December 27, 2020 at 2:00 pm at the First Congregational Church in Garrison. Rite of Committal will follow Wednesday August 12, 2020 at Mt. Later in life, Tom volunteered with Eagle Mount, taking people with disabilities skiing alongside his long-time best friend Bill Macfadden. WebWe share today's obituaries as well as a local obituary search option. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 am Monday, August 23, 2021, at River View Cemetery in the Adams Chapel, 300 South Taylors Ferry Road, Portland, OR 97219. He is survived by his mother, Helen; brother, Jock (Connie); children, Ali and Seve, and Alida and Ceci; the love of his life, Alison; and his dog, Lucca. He remained in Missoula where he was employed by Morgenroth Music Center as a sales representative throughout western Montana. Born in Belgrade to Charles and Edna Sayers, Alice was the youngest of seven children. His strong, grease stained hands designed whimsical metal sculptures, made every machine go, and easily tossed 55-gallon drums. He loved making people laugh and smile and could tell when someone needed a pick-me-up. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in She would also say the kids had excellent manners and knew how to use their funeral voices (speaking very quietly). Shortly after that, they moved to Billings, MT. Here are the tributes to Barry Landon Gillette. WebA visitation with viewing will be held from 12 PM to 5 PM on Saturday, October 24, 2020, at Jewell Funeral Home, 601 Missouri Ave, Deer Lodge, MT 59722. They made their home in Conrad, where Pat was in business with his father in the Wyse Funeral Home. By far her favorite vacations were the month-long trips Larry and Paula would take to the Hawaiian Islands. She will be deeply missed by her friends, family, and community. Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 26, 2020 from 2 to 7 pm at Thompson Funeral Home, Garrison. He attended military high school at Marmion Academy outside of Chicago. In the 2000 Sayers Family Reunion book she wrote: Life has been a great adventure. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Barry Landon Gillette in Kalispell, Montana, who passed away at the age of 2, on February 22, 2023. Dale is survived by his wife of 72 years, Helen, Garrison; son, Kyle (Deb) Zimmerman, Anaconda. Ken was born March 16, 1939, in Bozeman Montana, to Ray and Dorothy Ypma. Surviving him are his sons, Niles Nelson and wife Bobbie of Libby; Dale Nelson of Polson; and Grant Nelson and wife Marybeth of El Cajon, CA. Lee and Joy Hamilton were married May 19, 1979, and later divorced. At the time, she drove a blue Volkswagen Beetle she named George to work. Barb tried to work as a waitress but ended up pouring a pitcher of beer onto someone who got a little too loud and a little too friendly. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers and sisters-in-law, Duane Zimmerman, Glen. Survivors include: wife, Wendy and children, Adler and Hadley, Colorado Springs, CO; parents, Jon and Marlys Stevenson, Dickinson, ND; brother, Nic (Terri) Stevenson, Dickinson, ND; father and mother-in-law, Wayne and Vangie Jorde, Dickinson, ND; grandma, Marlene Stevenson, Miles City, MT; brothers-in-law, Justin (Lisa) Jorde, Thornton, CO; Joshua (Lindsey) Jorde, Dickinson, ND; sister-in-law, Angie (Bryan) Muri, Colorado Springs, CO; half sister-in-law, Angela (Steve) Bagan, Fargo, ND; nieces and nephews: Sadie, Nathan, Ali, Patrick, and Delaney Stevenson; Marisa and Aralynn Panasuk; Addison, Scarlett and Payton Jorde; Kinley and Levi Muri. Four years ago, a stroke took away her spark of life. COVID took away anything that was left. Three Forks Voice Obituaries Obituaries Sorted by date Results 1 - 25 of 106 Obituaries March 1, 2023 Tina Marie Creason Tina Marie Creason, 64, passed away on Feb 22, 2023, at Three Forks, Montana. Following high school, he worked at the Anaconda Company Smelter and later, for the BA&P (Butte Anaconda Pacific) Railroad and, being an excellent trumpet player, played numerous dance jobs throughout the area. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing cards with family and friends and he loved to hunt and fish. To this union 12 children were born: Julia Archer, Theresa (John) Victory, Charles (Theresa), Arthur (Marilyn), Mary (Lorin) Brass, Fredrick, Virginia (Steven) Jorgensen, Joseph (Theresa Scholz), Martin (Janie), Margaret (Keith) Gilsdorf, John (Annette Walstad), and Stacie (Tim) Wick. He was born March 6, 1956, in Butte, Montana, to Clayton and Marguerite Jewell, a birthday present to his mother. In loving memory of Barry Landon Gillette, Ken was born in Wetaskiwin, Alberta, Canada to Frances McDougal and George Avison on June 5th, 1945. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Milton (Darlene) Munson; and son, Karom. He especially enjoyed showing his collection to children. In honor of Lee Jewell, memorials are suggested to the donors choice. His motto was: Dont surround yourself with yourself. John cherished time spent with family and friends at his cabin just outside of Glacier National Park. Much to their surprise, her dad eventually found a job as a country school janitor. She welcomed into her home countless young people and served as a mother figure and mentor. In the later 1980s Fred, along with several other alumni of the UM School of Fine Arts, founded the U of M Alumni Band which remains a very large part of every homecoming celebration. After Dave graduated MSU, the family moved to Great Falls and Barb gave birth to Karom David. Ken was an avid musician as well, the drums being his instrument of choice. She fought hard until the end. Her greatest joy in life was being involved in her familys lives, including her children, granddaughter, surrogate children and grandchildren and nieces and nephews. He served in the U.S. Army, serving stateside and overseas in Japan with the post-WWII occupational forces. Paula has been described as feisty, a fireball, a spitfire. The profound amount of sadness is indescribable. She sold her creative sewing at bazaars and craft fairs and frequently donated quilts. Brandon separated from the United States Army in 2017 and went to work for Northwestern Mutual, which allowed him the opportunity to explore and get grounded in the financial sector. Here you can find obituaries that have been added to our website within the past week. He was elected MFDA President in 1968 and was proud of Bullis Mortuarys by invitation only acceptance into the Selected Independent Funeral Homes organization. They made their home in Hardin and celebrated 70 years of marriage in 2017. Clay came from a long line of Montana gold mining pioneers, yet her true treasure was found in faith and family. Sign up for one year of grief messages designed to offer hope and healing during difficult first year after a loss, Sign up for one year of grief messages designed to offer hope and healing during the difficult first year after a loss. Clay was a colorful, multifaceted gem: a talented and stylish seamstress ahead of the curve in design and fashion; an epic entertainer where every event was cause for celebration; an elegant hostess of high teas and hats; infamous for her Halloween witch cackle and character; gritty, witty, gracious, clever, ingenious, generous; quite a gal! Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. In fact, she would head to work an hour or more early so she could sit in the parking lot and read before work. She grew up in Three Forks, MT and graduated from ThreeFull story, On August 9, Dennis Voeller of Three Forks, MT, sadly passed away. Paula was a fantastic homemaker. Juliet city commissioners approved an additional 308 apartment units to the Providence Central mixed-use development in south Mt. Brandon Dale Stevenson was born February 28, 1984 in Miles City, MT to Jonathan and Marlys (Kolka) Stevenson where he joined brother, Nicolas. He attended Central High School in Troup, Texas. During this time, Libby became a AA school with student participation in music growing from 50 to nearly 500 students. Brandon wholeheartedly enjoyed being a dad to Adler and Hadley and being a dad brought immense joy. )Memorials may be made in Bernards name to St. Vincent De Paul, 3005 First Ave. North, Billings, MT 59101 or the Alice Kane Dahl Nursing Scholarship at Montana State University, c/o the MSU Foundation, 1501 S. 11th Ave, Bozeman, MT 59717. Visit Obituary Sharon Kay Johnson Feb 17, 2023 Sharon Kay Johnson, 77, of Ashland, passed away Friday, February 17, 2023 at her home with her family by her side. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Jane was preceded in death by Herman, her husband of 67 years, and is survived by her 12 children; 30 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Frances Haas, Marilyn Ketchum, Sr. Rose Mae Rausch, OSF, Shanti Rausch, Josie (George) Vania; brother-in-law, Paul (Liane) Rausch; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
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