One Nation, Under God
One Nation, Under God
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George F. Shell, 93 passed away peacefully on August 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at home in Apache Junction, AZ. He was born April 20, 1931, in Sheridan, Wyoming to Lawrence and Elizebeth (Roark) Shell, the youngest of eight children. George was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a master mechanic, farmer and rancher, oil rigger, mentor, and friend. A humble, kind-hearted soul. He loved to fish, hunt, play cards, camp, and travel. There were... Full story
Richard L. Beyer of Great Falls passed away on August 21, 2024, at the age of 76. Services will be held at Hillcrest Lawn Memorial Chapel at 2:00 p.m. on August 31, 2024. Rick was born on April 30, 1948, and grew up in Malta, Mont. After graduating from Malta High School in 1966, he attended and graduated from Denver Automotive Institute. He then joined the Army and served from 1968-1970. On March 4, 1973, he married Debbie Boothe in Malta and was married to her for over 51 years. In 1974, he... Full story
Sherman Von Holzhey, 57, passed away unexpectedly on August 15, 2024, in Malta, Montana. Born in Havre, Montana on May 13, 1967, he had a rough start to life, needing life-saving surgery at just a few weeks old. He grew up in the south country like many other farm and ranch kids. Von attended Sun Prairie School and Malta High School, where he participated in 4H and wrestling. After Von earned a degree in accounting from MSU Bozeman, he returned to the ranch where he was able to enjoy shooting... Full story
Vernon "Floyd" Kindle is free of pain and rejoicing with family and friends. Floyd passed from this earth on Monday, August 5, 2024, at the Malta hospital of natural causes. He was born on December 14, 1936, to Roy and Laura (Baker) Kindle and was the third son to join the family. Brothers Aryln and Fred, then Floyd, and finally Ray completed the family. Floyd's passion was the land, be it cattle or grains. He had a special touch with livestock in the way he could walk through a herd, and they... Full story
Virginia E. Fewer, age 89, gained her angel wings on Tuesday, July 23rd, 2024. Virginia "Ginny" was born on May 2nd, 1935, to Lars Marius and Hazel (Young) Larsen. Ginny married the love of her life, Ben Fewer, on March 14, 1954. From this union, they had two daughters, LaVaun and Susan. Ginny was a housewife and later was known as the "Fabric Lady" at the Ben Franklin Store in Malta for many years and then worked a brief time at Valley Drug, before retiring. Ginny enjoyed quilting, sewing, croc... Full story
Sally McEldery passed away peacefully at BeeHive Homes in Dillon, Mont., on Monday, July 15, 2024, at the age of 96 ½ years. old. She was born Sarah Elizabeth McGuire to John Francis (Frank) and Mary Leonora Elliott McGuire on January 8, 1928, in Sappington, Mont. Sally's dad had different jobs living in various places in Montana. She attended eleven schools in twelve years. She liked attending school in Twin Bridges most of all and made the honor roll several times. She was elected... Full story
Gary L. Coffman 82, Passed away on Aug 4, 2024, at Northern Montana Hospital. He is survived by his daughter Jennifer Coffman of North Dakota. Cremation has taken place. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Wilderness Funeral Homes of Havre.... Full story
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of LaVonne Norman in Havre, Montana, who passed away on July 28, 2024, at the age of 89, leaving to mourn family and friends. LaVonne was born on August 30, 1934, Mayfield Township, Pennington County Minnesota, to William and Annie (Omdahl) Jasperson on the family farm. She attended school at District 35, Lincoln High School in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, until the beginning of her 10th grade, when she was stricken with polio. She finished... Full story
Inez (Turner) Cassel, 90, of Grand Junction, Colorado, formerly of Montana, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024, at her residence with family at her side. She followed in the steps of her parents, Carl and Thelma Turner, and was a teacher.... Full story
Catherine Faydo Black, 77, passed away July 16th at the Goodnow Cottages at Grandview at Benefis in Great Falls, where she has lived for the past year and a half. Cathy was born September 10, 1946, to parents Jack and Hanna Faydo. She joined seven older brothers and sisters at home. She grew up in Malta, going to school there until she graduated in 1964. After graduation, she went to Seattle and spent time with her older sister Patsy while she attended nursing school. Knowing that wasn't for her... Full story
Douglas Alan Kroll of Reston, Virginia, passed away on July 7th, at the age of 64. He was survived by his beloved wife Kelly Kroll, father Al Kroll, daughter Katie Cossey (Derek), son David Kroll, grandchildren Duke and Kennedy Cossey, and numerous Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, and Cousins. Preceding him in his death was his mother Ruby Kroll, and brother Kim Kroll. Doug was born in Havre, Montana, to Al and Ruby Kroll. He attended Glasgow High School where he was on the varsity football, wrestling,... Full story
Douglas Lee Plouffe, 91, born February 23, 1933, from Wagner, Montana, passed away July 10th. He was preceded in death by his first wife Evelyn Faye Watson from Malta, Montana. He is also preceded in death by his siblings Margaret Plouffe Siroshton (Hank), Sonny Amos Plouffe (Ilene), Alan Plouffe (Dorothy), and Thelma Plouffe Carnahan (Gene). Doug and Evelyn lived in Memphis, Tennessee, while Doug was in the Navy SEABEES. From 1956-1986 Doug worked for Burlington Northern Railroad in Havre as a... Full story
Shirley (O’Brien) Jones, 81, went to be with our Lord on July 6, 2024, in Glasgow, Mont. Shirley was born on April 11, 1943, to James and Ethel (Nelson) O’Brien in Virginia. Shirley moved to Malta, Mont., at a very young age. Shirley married Marvin Jones on August 26, 1959. To this union four children were born: Shawna, Marvin Troy, Mark and Darcy. Shirley worked as a waitress and cook. She owned her own cafe, Bears, until it burned to the ground, but that didn’t stop her from cooking, which she loved. Shirley enjoyed her flowers, having a “gr...
God lent us one of his best when he sent Wilma J (McMullen) Mavencamp to Leonard and Vivian McMullen on November 10, 1937. After 86 years on earth, God then called her home on Wednesday, July 10th. Wilma was the second of seven children. She was born at the McMullen homestead north of Whitewater (delivered by her midwife grandmother Nora). Wilma was home-schooled and attended both Houkas School and Whitewater Elementary. She graduated from Whitewater High School in 1957. While attending high... Full story
Catherine Faydo Black, 77, passed away July 16th at the Goodnow Cottages at Grandview at Benefis in Great Falls, where she has lived the past year and a half. Cathy was born September 10, 1946 to parents Jack and Hanna Faydo. She joined 7 older brothers and sisters at home. She grew up in Malta, going to school there until she graduated in 1964. After graduation, she went to Seattle and spent time with her older sister Patsy while she attended nursing school. Knowing that wasn't for her, she ret... Full story
Cora Alice Nordby Maxie passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at the Phillips County Hospital. Cora was born April 9, 1926, to Norwegian immigrants Soren and Margit Lee Nordby and joined her sister Ella on the family farm south of Dodge, N.D. Upon graduating from Dodge High School, Cora traveled to California to stay with relatives. She worked several jobs but was most proud of working in a factory sewing buckles on parachutes. After the war, she returned to Dodge and began dating and married fe... Full story
Clifford Gayle Conlon, a man loved by many, passed peacefully from this earth into the paradise of heaven on Tuesday morning, June 25, 2024, in Bozeman, Montana. Cliff was born prematurely at his grandmother Dot Verry's home in Saco, Montana, on January 16, 1936, to Elinor May (Verry) and Charles Clifford Conlon, who had been killed in a car accident the month prior to his birth. He was not expected to live and credits Grandma Verry with saving his life by continuing to rub his body and... Full story
Kenneth "Punky" was born on December 10, 1933, to Richard and Florence Doney. His favorite story from his youth was his birth at Slippery Ann, a tale he cherished and often shared. Punky's early years were spent in Landusky, where he rode horseback to school, a testament to the rugged and adventurous spirit that would characterize his entire life. Later, he attended schools in Dodson and Malta, excelling in sports and forming the foundation of his lifelong commitment to hard work and perseveranc... Full story
Ardice "Dusty" Kuehner, 91, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2024, at the Missouri River Medical Center. She had been under the compassionate care of the excellent staff for the last few months of her life. Ardice Laureva Weaver was born Nov. 12, 1932, to parents Mabel (Vincent) and Kenneth Weaver. She was baby sister to Russell Weaver, who was two years old. The two were as close as siblings could be and were soon nicknamed Dusty and Rusty. Dusty and Rusty's father died when they were young c... Full story
JoAnn Russell, of Manhattan, Montana, formerly of Hinsdale, Montana, passed away September 10, 2023. A memorial service will be held at 10:00, Friday, July 5, 2024, at St. Albert’s Catholic Church in Hinsdale, Montana. Inurnment will be in Hillview Cemetery, followed by a luncheon at the Hinsdale American Legion. Condolences for the family may be left for the family at bellmortuarymontana.com.... Full story
Gary Mathwich, 78, passed away due to natural causes at his residence on Monday, June 17, 2024. A visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Holland & Bonine Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, and funeral services will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church with Deacon Tim Maroney officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. Gary's family has suggested memorial donations be made to St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic School & Pa... Full story
Lester R. Wiebe, 84 years, passed away Thursday, June 20th at the Valley View Nursing Home in Glasgow, Montana. He was born August 11, 1939, in Wolf Point, Montana. The son of Arnold and Olive Wiebe. He attended school at Wolf Point schools and graduated from Wolf Point High School in 1958. He served in the Montana National Guard for 6 years, then he met the love of his life in Malta, Sandra Lundman. They were married on April 5, 1964. They celebrated their 60th Anniversary this year. Lester... Full story
Clarice Ann Stahl, age 93, was welcomed into Heaven in the early morning sunrise on Friday, June 21, 2024. Clarice was born on April 27, 1931, to Floyd and Ellen (Beck) Bradshaw in Culbertson, Montana. She attended various schools, mostly in Grantsdale and Hamilton, MT, and graduating from Glasgow High School in 1949. She met her future husband, Carl L. Stahl while her family was living in Hamilton. Carl and Clarice married on January 11, 1949. Three children were born to this union: Kenneth Lee... Full story
Gary Mathwich, 78, passed away due to natural causes at his residence on Monday, June 17, 2024. A visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Holland & Bonine Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, and funeral services will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church with Deacon Tim Maroney officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. Gary's family has suggested memorial donations be made to St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic School &... Full story
Kenneth “Punky” was born on December 10, 1933, to Richard and Florence Doney. His favorite story from his youth was his birth at Slippery Ann, a tale he cherished and often shared. Punky’s early years were spent in Landusky, where he rode horseback to school, a testament to the rugged and adventurous spirit that would characterize his entire life. Later, he attended schools in Dodson and Malta, excelling in sports and forming the foundation of his lifelong commitment to hard work and perse... Full story
