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...
Irene B. McCuin
Jan 9, 2026
Irene B. McCuin, born on December 21, 1933, in Harlem, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on January 9, 2026, at the age of 92. Her journey through life was marked by an unwavering faith and a commitment to caring for those around her. Irene spent her final moments at the Intermountain Healthcare comfort care unit in Billings, where...
Sharon "Honeybee" Joann Kirkness
Jan 5, 2026
Sharon “Honeybee” Joann Kirkness passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, January 5, at Canyon Creek Memory Care in Billings, Montana. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior for eternity. Honeybee was 85 years old.
Sharon was born on October 17, 1940, in Choteau, Montana, to Edward and Esther Morris. She was the first of...
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,...
Jack Henry Snyder
Dec 19, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jack, “Opa,” Henry Snyder, 82, of Billings, Montana on December 19, 2025. Jack passed away surrounded by several members of his loving family after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer.
Born on September 24, 1943 in Billings, Montana to Oscar and Henrietta Snyder, he remained a resident of...
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...
Wiley Ray Bland
Dec 14, 2025
He was a Tarheel who loved Montana while still loving the Outer Banks of North Carolina.
The unbridled call of the Wild and adventure beckoned him to the West. His individual exploits were in concert with his love for the out of doors, He was passionate about climbing Alaska's Denali, tackling Montana’s Granite Peak's north face in winter, big game hunting,...
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...
Serena Mae Hunt
Dec 11, 2025
Serena Mae Rogers Hunt was born November 30, 1951 in the nursing home located in Basin, WY. I was born there not because my mother was of senior citizen age but because it also served as a hospital when necessary. My parents were Betty and Doc (Anthony) Rogers and I joined two sisters, Charlotte and Annette and one brother, Steve.,...
Vaughn Muering Rohrdanz
Dec 11, 2025
Vaughn M. Rohranz Sr. passed away in Billings, MT on December 11, 2025.
He was born in Bozeman, MT on October 7, 1937 to Loren E. and Hildegard J.Rohrdanz. He married Marla J. Pedersen on July 9, 1957. He is survived by his wife of 68 years; children Vaughn Jr. (Connie) and Lesley (Mark); four grandchildren Stephanie (Duncan), David (Megan), Vaughn...
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