Robert Willard Donaldson
Apr 19, 2025
Robert Willard Donaldson III, a beloved son, brother, father, and esteemed member of his community, passed away on April 19, 2025, in Billings, Montana, at the age of 76. Born on September 15, 1948, in Havre, Montana, Robert lived a life full of purpose, service, and commitment to both his country and his family.
As a proud Vietnam military veteran, Robert...
Jane Bangert
Apr 17, 2025
Jane (Huntington) Bangert, 83 of Billings passed away peacefully from natural causes on April 17th, 2025 with her daughter by her side. Jane was born on March 24th, 1942 at St. Vincent hospital in Billings, Montana.
Jane (Little Janie) was the youngest of 4 children born to Marshall and Margaret Huntington. She grew up in Laurel and attended Laurel High School...
Ralph Thomas Bowman
Apr 16, 2025
Ralph T Bowman
1925 - 2025
Ralph Bowman, 99, of Billings, passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Ralph was born July 6, 1925, in Lawrenceville, Illinois, the son of Luther C. Bowman and Hattie (Finley) Bowman. He spent his early years in Illinois. Upon graduating from Lawrenceville Township High School, he attended Indiana State University on a basketball scholarship and became a...
W.F. “Van” Vancleeve
Apr 16, 2025
W.F. “Van” Vancleeve passed away peacefully in Billings, Montana, nearly three months to the day after the love of his life, Dee. Born in Afton, Texas, to William Fletcher and Myrtle Vancleeve, Van was a kind and gentle soul who lived a quiet life of purpose, dedication, and service—to his family, his country, and his community. Though he spent most...
Amelia "Dolly" Wittman
Apr 15, 2025
Amelia Rose (Dolly) Wittman, 85, passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Yellowstone River Nursing and Rehabilitation, with her husband Ron by her side.
Dolly was born on February 22, 1940, in Pittsburgh, PA, to John and Millie Powers. She grew up in Pennsylvania and was the oldest of four children, the big sister to Kathleen, Jack, and Madeline. She...
Shirley Ann Piper
Apr 14, 2025
Shirley Ann Olson Piper passed away on April 14, 2025. She was born on July 20, 1931, to Edwin and Mabel Olson, in Worthington, Minnesota. Growing up on a farm with her parents and her brother Ned, she attended country school through 8th grade and graduated from WHS in 1949. She graduated from Worthington Junior College in 1951 and Gustavus...
Michael "Mike" James Kilzer
Apr 12, 2025
Michael "Mike" James Kilzer, a beloved husband, stepfather, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on April 12, 2025, in Billings, Montana. He was born on April 4, 1949, in Elgin, North Dakota, to Werner and Edith Kilzer. Mike's life was characterized by a deep love for family, a dedication to his varied career in agricultural sales, and an abiding affection...
Floyd J. Boland
Apr 2, 2025
Floyd J. Boland, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Billings, Montana, on April 2, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on March 22, 1932, in Sidney, Montana, Floyd lived a fulfilling life enriched by his family, career, and passions.
Floyd dedicated 33 years of his professional life to Mountain Bell and AT&T, where...
Michael Runkle
Mar 27, 2025
Michael James Runkle passed away at the age of 70 on March 27, 2025, with his two brothers by his side. Mike was born on January 21, 1955, at Fort Leonard Wood MO to Beverly and Homer Runkle. Michael attended schools in Louisiana, Missouri, and Montana. Michael graduated from Billings West High School in 1973. Upon graduation, Mike enrolled in...
Donna Mae Leuthold
Mar 26, 2025
With her sons by her side, Donna Mae Leuthold prayed her way into the arms of Jesus on March 26, 2025, where she was joyfully reunited with her beloved husband, Eddie Bert, after 26 years apart. Her passing marked the end of a life overflowing with faith, love, creativity, and connection—a life that touched countless hearts and left behind a...
Patricia Ann Costello
Mar 26, 2025
Patricia Costello, 91, of Billings, passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at home surrounded by her family.
Patricia was born on September 29, 1933, to Anthony and Patricia (Mimi) Ladd. She was born in St. Paul, Minnesota. Pat was 15 when her family moved to Billings. She attended Billings Central Catholic High School and graduated in 1951. She married her...
Donald F. Kostelic
Mar 24, 2025
Donald Frank Kostelic, 85, of Billings, Montana, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025. He was born on August 11, 1939, in Billings, where he spent his entire life as a dedicated member of the community.
Donald completed his schooling at Lincoln Center before proudly serving in the U.S. Air Force in his 20s. Following his military service, he dedicated over...
Father Jerry Connolly
Mar 23, 2025
June 17, 1941 - March 23, 2025
Father Jerry Connolly passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025, at St. John's Vista. In Billings, MT after a life of service to God and his Church.
Fr. Jerry was born June 17, 1941 in Kalispell, MT to James and Mabel (Peterson) Connolly. At the age of 9, the family moved to Great Falls where...
Marie Margaret (Bergsagel) DeWolf
Mar 21, 2025
Join us in remembering…
Marie Margaret (Bergsagel) DeWolf, 77, born on May 6, 1947, 10:15am, at Fort Sheridan Army Base in Lake County, Illinois. She entered the everlasting arms of her Savior Jesus, on Friday 21st of March, at 11:49 am after complications arising from diabetes.
Marie’s baby book records her arrival at 8lbs, 7 oz, as the eldest daughter of Col....
Gregory A. Schell
Mar 21, 2025
Gregory Allen 'Greg' Schell, 78, passed away on March 21, 2025, in Billings, MT. Greg was born on December 8, 1946, in Devils Lake, ND to Joe and Virginia Schell.
He built a lifelong career as an auto glass installer and specialized in auto body repair and painting. His dedication to his craft was evident in the precision and care he...
Nicholas "Nick" James Rub
Mar 21, 2025
Nicholas J. Rub, age 42, of Billings, Montana was born on December 22, 1982, in Middletown, Ohio, the son of James T. Rub and Linda (Gross) Rub. Nick attended and graduated from Lemon Monroe High School in Ohio in 2001, received the Jessie Mayhab Scholarship, and had perfect attendance all four years.
Nick was a devoted, dedicated, and smart individual. All...
Dennis Weidinger
Mar 20, 2025
Dennis Weidinger passed away peacefully on March 20, 2025, surrounded by the love of family and friends. In the hours following his passing, so many came forward offering their sympathies and condolences. One recurring theme stood out among the messages of support, and that was that he had such a big heart. And he did, both literally and figuratively. He...
Janice J. Tormaschy
Mar 20, 2025
Janice J. Tormaschy, age 75, of Billings, MT, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 20, 2025. Born on March 14th, 1950, in Edgeley, ND, Janice was a beloved and cherished family member.
Janice was a graduate of Hardin High School and had a varied career, working as a beautician, in food service at West High, and as a pharmacy technician, among...
Deborah Ann Bensinger
Mar 17, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that family announces the sudden passing of Deborah Ann Bensinger, 64, in Townsend, Montana. Deb passed peacefully on March 17, 2025.
Deb was a gift to everyone she knew- a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and “adopted mom” to many of her children’s friends. With her ever-present smile, she lit up the world around her....
Shawn Bard Wickhorst
Mar 17, 2025
Shawn Wickhorst 2/21/1964 - 3/17/2025
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend and cowboy, went to walk with Jesus after a long battle with brain cancer. Shawn was born on February 21, 1964 to parents Ellen and David Wickhorst. As a child he spent his time between the family ranch, in Teigen, MT and at his home in Billings. Shawn’s love for horses...
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