Obituaries

Oct 17, 2016

Billy Gene Chase, 63, passed unexpectedly Monday, Oct. 17, 2016, in Billings.

Billy was a devoted and loving man to all of his family, friends and work associates. He will be dearly missed by all.

Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, at the United Methodist Church Annex, 124 Second Ave. E.,...

Oct 13, 2016

Arlys Jean Seitz, 82 of Broadview, passed away Saturday, October 7, 2016 at St. Vincent Healthcare.

The daughter of Raymond and Elsie Paulson, Arlys was born in Billings on September 15, 1934. She graduated from Lavina High School and on November 15, 1952 married Henry Seitz.

A terrific cook, Arlys decorated wedding cakes, catered and...

Oct 12, 2016

Patricia Kenney Pinaire, 90, died peacefully on Oct. 12, 2016. Born in Ohio to Samuel R. and Florence M. Kenney, she married Robert K. Pinaire, aka "Pedro," in 1942. Their 53-year union lasted until Bob's death in 1995. The newlyweds moved from Ohio to Clare, Mich., where they lived their fullest years until moving to Bozeman in 1990. Pat...

Oct 11, 2016

James was born in Hugo, Colorado, the second eldest son of George and Idalean Van Arsdale. He took part in all the school activities and became an Eagle Scout before he graduated from Hugo High School in May of 1944. He enlisted in the US Navy, V-5 Navy Air June 15, 1944. He enjoyed his tour of duty receiving...

Oct 7, 2016

Richard J. Lauwers, 63, of Billings, passed away at his home, Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2016.

The son of James and Roberta "Bobbie" Lauwers, he was born March 3, 1953 in Miles City. Rick graduated from Senior High School, automotive school and received an associate's degree in accounting.

He worked as a mechanic and warranty clerk....

Oct 7, 2016

On Oct. 3, 2016, Reeta Fay Roy passed on to the Lord.

Reeta was born on Feb. 2, 1940, in Rapelje, Mont. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Doxstater Maxwell and Lester Doxstater; four siblings; daughters, Marcy and Jodie; and son Stephen.

She enjoyed her time at Christ the King Lutheran Church;...

Oct 6, 2016

David "Dave" Dean Keller was born in Minot, N.D., on Oct. 27, 1951, and passed away at the age of 64 in Billings, on Sept. 30, 2016.

Dave was the eldest of nine children born to Raymond and Ella Mae (Klain) Keller. On Sept. 28, 1979, Dave married the love of his life, Tina Marie Leenknecht, and...

Oct 5, 2016

Anna Rekdal, 88, of Billings, passed peacefully at Ponderosa Pines Healthcare, on Oct. 5, 2016.

Anna was born on June 14, 1928, to Felix and Mathelda (Michel) Ott in Fromberg. She married James Rekdal on July 1, 1946, in Billings, where they made their home and raised their family. Anna and James were blessed with three children....

Sep 30, 2016

Orville "Big O" Burger, loved by many, passed away on Sept. 28, 2016, at the age of 77.

Born on March 30, 1939, he spent his childhood in Powell, Wyo., and, after high school, entered the U.S. Navy, where he spent four years. Big O was always very proud of his military service.

Orville married...

Sep 30, 2016

Steve Mineo French, stillborn son of Stephanie Abrahams and Steve A. French, came into this world quiet on Sept. 30, 2016. Although he wasn't able to spend life on this earth, he touched many during his seven months of gestation. Family and friends were looking forward to a baby boy to brighten their lives.

Baby Steve will...

Sep 27, 2016

Diane (Bergeson) Noennig passed away on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016, at the Billings Clinic.

Diane was born on March 14, 1942, in Great Falls, to Jules "Bergie" and Gunhild (Goodie) Bergeson. Shortly after, the family moved to McCook, Neb., where her adored baby brother Bob was born. The next move was to Billings in 1952. Diane graduated...

Sep 20, 2016

Scott Lyle Bilges, 50, of Billings, formerly of Illinois, passed away at Billings Clinic on Sept. 18, 2016. Scott was born in Minneapolis on Dec. 23, 1965, to Terrance and Paulette Bilges.

The family moved to Baker, where he graduated from high school in 1985. His passions for sports included basketball and football. Scott enlisted in the...

Sep 17, 2016

Betty Jean (O'Rourke) Babb, of Billings, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2016. She was born in Billings on Oct. 1, 1924, the daughter of Alice Johanna (Diener) O'Rourke and David Henry O'Rourke Jr. She attended Fratt Memorial School and graduated from Billings High School.

She enlisted as a WAVE in the U.S. Navy on her...

Sep 17, 2016

Dr. Crellin passed away on Sept. 14, 2016, at the age of 91.

He was born in Omaha, Neb., and was adopted by Arthur and Edith Crellin of Lyons, Neb., where he grew up. He did very well in school despite having learning difficulties which were not clinically understood at the time.

Paul was awarded...

Sep 13, 2016

Kathy Frisby met life with a strength that inspired others. It was in that strength that she found the courage to end her remarkable 5-year-long medical battle with glioblastoma brain cancer and embrace the promise of her faith. Kathy was born in Forsyth, Montana, the eldest of three children born to Louise (Lekse) and Lloyd Eide. From the time...

Sep 12, 2016

The ravages of Multiple Sclerosis for 45 years and later dementia have finally won and Marian Janke passed away September 11, 2016 peacefully at her home with family. Marian was born to Irl and Marie Watson in Havre, MT. March 14, 1927 and has lived in Billings since 1955. Marian was an excellent homemaker for her family. She and...

Sep 9, 2016

Steven "Steve" Robert Shinners passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness at the age of 65 on Sept. 6, 2016, in Billings.

Steve was born in Milwaukee, Wis., on June 15, 1951. He was a 1969 graduate of Brookfield East High School, Brookfield, Wis., and went on to attend Mankato College in Mankato, Minn., where he obtained...

Sep 4, 2016

Helen Ernestine "Erny" Teachout was born on Nov. 1, 1921, in Powell, Wyoming, to William S. and Sophia Lehman. She left this world on Aug. 31, 2016, to be with her husband and her Lord and Savior. Mom was the third of five children.

Mom was raised in the Lockwood/Billings area. She attended Pine Hills School, which...

Aug 31, 2016

Carol Ann Heald, 87, died after complications from a long-fought struggle with dementia. Carol was born on Aug. 17, 1929, to Elmer M. and Ferne M. Wheelock in Big Spring, Texas. Carol graduated from Centennial High School in Pueblo, Colorado, in 1945. In the fall, Carol attended Southern Methodist University in Dallas, where she met Tom Heald. They were...

Aug 31, 2016

Marci M. Krohn, 49, of Billings, passed away on Aug. 29, 2016, after a short, courageous battle with cancer. Marci was born on July 30, 1967, in Glendive, the first daughter of Marvin and Martha Ulrich. She was raised and educated in Glendive and, following high school, she continued her education at Dawson Community College, Dickinson State University (BA...