Gary Lee Schneider
Jan 17, 2026
Gary Lee Schneider, 78, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026.
Born on December 22, 1947 in Billings, Montana, Gary was the son of Philip and Alice (Zimmerman) Schneider. He graduated from Edgar High School in 1967 and enlisted in the Marines where he served in Okinawa and Vietnam. He then joined the Montana Army National Guard where he continued to...
Jody Lynn Budde
Jan 17, 2026
Jody Lynn Budde, a beautiful and loving wife and mom, passed away January 17, 2026. Jody was born on January 25, 1949, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Jack and June Blair.
She was raised in Michigan along with her younger sisters, Robin Blair, Jackie (Mike) Sayfie, and Becky (Don) Miller. Jody loved to spend time with her grandma and grandpa Schonwald...
John Patrick "Pat" Giblin
Jan 16, 2026
Pat was born on January 3, 1939, in Billings, Montana, to Charles and Adeline Giblin.
He was raised in Laurel, Montana, alongside his younger brother, Jim Giblin. Pat often shared fond stories from his youth, especially the many hours he spent helping his father at the family restaurants —experiences that shaped his strong work ethic and love of people.
Pat graduated from...
Jimmie Lee Ashcraft, MD
Jan 15, 2026
“We determine how we are remembered by the way we live our days.”
Jimmie L. Ashcraft, MD, known to many as Dr. A., was born April 28, 1948, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. He was a 1966 graduate of Billings Senior High School. He was the first graduate from Eastern Montana College (MSUB) to graduate from a medical school. He received his...
Ramona Thompson
Jan 13, 2026
Ramona Marjorie (Schamber) Thompson, 95, died peacefully in her home on Tuesday morning, Jan. 13, 2026, and entered into eternal life with God in her heavenly home. Ramona was born on Sept. 20, 1930, in Stamford, SD to Frederick and Elizabeth Schamber. She was baptized and confirmed in our Lutheran faith. The family eventually moved to Riverton, WY where she...
Shelley Anne Schwab
Jan 13, 2026
Shelley Anne Schwab passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, at the age of 82.
Shelley was born on May 16, 1943, in Lane County, Oregon, to Sylvester James Lowery and Jane Ringling Lowery. She was later adopted by Lloyd Shelhamer, Jr.
Shelley’s greatest pride and joy in life was her family, especially her four children. She was a devoted mother to...
Katherine Ann Aldrich
Jan 12, 2026
On January 12, 2026, Kathrine Ann Aldrich died in her home, supported by her husband of 55 years and her three daughters, following a year and a half-long treatment for lung cancer.
Born Katherine Ann Kirwan in Bozeman, Montana, on February 25, 1946, to Louis and Marion Kirwan, Kathy’s love of family and home started with her tight-knit family of parents...
Peggy Yacks
Jan 1, 2026
Peggy J. Yacks, age 65, of Laurel, Montana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 1, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.
Peggy was born on September 12, 1960, in Mannheim, Germany. Following her father’s military service, her family moved to Stanford, Montana, where she was raised alongside her siblings. As a young adult, Peggy married Renee Deklyen, and the two began their...
Donald Eugene Malsam
Dec 31, 2025
Donald Eugene Malsam, age 86, was born on October 28, 1939, in Havre, Montana, and passed away peacefully at his home in Billings, Montana, on December 31, 2025.
Don was a devoted husband, father, and a cherished friend to many. He attended Miller Grade School and Havre Central High School in his hometown. After briefly attending Montana College, Don proudly served...
Paul Singer, Jr.
Dec 31, 2025
Paul Samuel Singer, Jr., age 75, passed away peacefully on Dec. 31st, 2025.
He was generous, kind, and above all a good man known for his integrity. His heart was open to all and he shared it with everyone.
He is survived by his wife, Jo, and his children, Ben, Amy and Sarah and his grandchildren Isaac, Sula and Liam.
A vigil will...
Joyce Pulley
Dec 30, 2025
Joycelyn Faye Pulley passed away in her home on December 30th, 2025, at the age of 81. Born in Fergus Falls, MN, to Pearle and Clifford Brandvold, Joyce was one of 11 children and grew up in a house full of family and love. So, it is no surprise that she loved her family fiercely and valued her time with...
Ronald "Ron" James Steel
Dec 29, 2025
On Monday, December 29, 2025, Ronald (Ron) James Steel passed away in Laurel, in the house he shared with his beloved wife, Nadine. He is preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Mary Steel (Wright), and half-brother George (Melinda) Wright.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by half-brother Jack (Jacqueline) Wright; two daughters, Stacy (Tim) Compton and Holly...
Erling William Barsness
Dec 29, 2025
Erl was born the only child of William and Magdalene Barsness, 1st generation Americans living in central Minnesota from Norwegian immigrants. Bill & Mag raised him on a modest dairy farm in Pope County just outside Starbuck, MN, where hand milking cows and throwing bales of hay forged his firm handshake and barreled chest that greeted everyone he met or...
Nancy Irene Sittner
Dec 27, 2025
Nancy Irene Sittner, beloved mother, grandmother, wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away quietly on December 27, 2025, at Intermountain Health in Billings, Montana. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends, held in care, faith, and deep love.
Nancy was born in Worland, Wyoming, and attended Worland High School from 1964–1966. After her family moved to Salmon Arm, British...
Lane Keith Maddock
Dec 24, 2025
Lane Keith Maddock passed away on December 24, 2025, just in time to spend Christmas with Jesus and beloved family members in the Kingdom of Heaven. Within hours, his immediate family arrived from Hawaii, Arizona, Wisconsin, Missoula, Butte, and Bozeman-just as Lane himself would have done. He was born on October 13, 1965, to Don and Susan Maddock in Butte,...
Rose Isabelle “Rosie Belle” Knisely
Dec 21, 2025
Rose Isabelle “Rosie Belle” Knisely, beloved daughter of John and Jordan Knisely, was called home by the Lord after three precious months, wrapped in the warmth and devotion of her family.
Though her time was brief, Rosie lived a life overflowing with love. She spent her days in the gentle orbit of those who adored her—especially her big sister, Pearl Reagan,...
James Robert Graff
Dec 16, 2025
James Robert Graff, a cherished husband, father and grandfather, savvy businessman and an avid outdoorsman who loved Montana, his UM Grizzlies and decent Scotch, passed away on Dec. 16, 2025. He was 92 years old.
By no means is this a full accounting of his many joys and accomplishments. It doesn’t mention, for instance, his goofy, wonderful sense of humor or...
Charles "Chuck" Alan Kessler
Dec 15, 2025
Charles Alan Kessler, 67, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, December 15, 2025, and was reunited with his loving wife, Patti.
The son of Roy and Sandra Kessler, Chuck was born on July 18, 1958, in Scobey, Montana. He was the oldest of four children, the only boy, and brought great pride to his parents.
Chuck met Patti at a young...
Karl Thomas Dooks
Dec 15, 2025
Karl Thomas Dooks was born on March 21, 1937 to Karl Francis and Pearl (Kohl) Dooks in Billings. He was their fourth child. He had three older sisters and three younger sisters. He attended Broadwater, McKinley Grade schools, Lincoln Junior High, and graduated Senior High in 1956. He dropped out of high school in 1954 and came back to school...
Margaret "Peggy" Elayne Prestrud
Dec 12, 2025
Margaret “Peggy” Elayne Prestrud, age 70, passed away on December 12th, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 25, 1955, in Laramie, Wyoming, to Gene and Marge Anderson. Throughout her childhood, the family moved across Wyoming for Gene’s work before eventually settling in Billings, Montana— the place that truly felt like home.
Peggy met the love of her...
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