Obituaries

Ronald Ring

Ronald Ring

Apr 29, 2025

 Ronald “Ron” Ring, June 1, 1941 – April 29, 2025

As the sun began to set on the evening of April 29, 2025, “Ron left this world, steadfast in his belief that this was not the end for him, but the beginning. He often said that we aren’t humans who have spiritual experiences but are spiritual beings who have human experiences....

Gloria Mae Fuhrman-Schlieve

Gloria Mae Fuhrman-Schlieve

Apr 25, 2025

Gloria Mae Fuhrman - Schlieve was born on March 10, 1927, to Agnes and John Fuchs in Richland, Mont. She was one of 11 children. She passed on Friday, April 25, 2025.

A small family memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., on Friday, July 24, at the Yellowstone Valley Memorial Park in Billings, Mont.

Glo, as her family and friends...

Carl Jaeger

Carl Jaeger

Apr 24, 2025

Carl Jaeger, age 96, of Billings, MT passed away at home on April 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Beloved husband, father, grandpa, great-grandpa, and dear friend, his strong and steadfast presence will be missed by us all.

Carl was born in Kildeer, ND to Anton Jaeger and Mary (Schmidt) Jaeger, the youngest of seven children. He was...

Sheila Currie

Sheila Currie

Apr 23, 2025

Sheila Fox Currie, 73, of Billings, Montana, passed away on April 23, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Sheila was born on April 16, 1952, and spent most of her life in the community she cherished—Billings. 

As a dedicated and hardworking woman, she contributed to her community through various roles, including her work with the Billings School District, Deaconess Hospital Lab,...

Muriel Audrey Lenhardt

Muriel Audrey Lenhardt

Apr 22, 2025

Muriel Moore Lenhardt June 30, 1929 - April 22, 2025

Muriel Audrey Moore was born in Red Lodge, Montana to William H. and Edna McIntosh McEwen Moore. She joined brothers Bill and Ken. The ensuing 95 years of life were filled with adventure, learning new things, friendships, and family.

Ken was one year older and together they had lots of fun and...

Robert Willard Donaldson

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Lucienne Sophie Stevenson

Lucienne Sophie Stevenson

Apr 9, 2025

Lucienne Sophie Stevenson, tiny in stature but so very strong and courageous up until the end of her life, passed away peacefully at her daughter and son-in-law’s home in Billings on April 9, just 9 days after she turned 98. Lucienne, our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, was born on March 31, 1927, in Hennuyeres, Belgium. She was the second of...

Floyd J. Boland

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

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

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

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

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

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

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....