Obituaries

Tina Marie Billman

Tina Marie Billman

May 5, 2025

On Sunday evening, May 4,2025, Tina Billman, 56, passed away peacefully at her home in Hardin. MT of a suspected heart attack. She had spent the day with her father (Ken), niece (Eve) and twin sister (Tana) working on a landscaping project at Tana’s house. However, the day of Tina’s death was not all work and no play. She convinced...

Lawrence "Larry" William Vigesaa

Lawrence "Larry" William Vigesaa

May 1, 2025

Lawrence (Larry) Vigesaa, age 88, of Billings, Montana, passed peacefully into the arms of his Savior on May 1, 2025.

Larry was born in Cooperstown, ND on January 8, 1937 to Lawrence and Connie Vigesaa. He grew up surrounded by the love and hard work of a large family. The values of faith, kindness, and love took root early in his...

Sandra Kay Nelson

Sandra Kay Nelson

May 1, 2025

Sandra Kay (Pearson) Nelson of Billings, MT, formerly of Richland, MT, passed away on Thursday May 1, 2025, at Skyline Heights Care Facility.

Sandra was born on Sept. 11, 1945, to Arnold and Evelyn (Strom) Pearson of Larslan, MT. She attended grade school for eight years at the Sunnyside School and high school in Glasgow and Opheim graduating with the class...

Donna Kay Geurin

Donna Kay Geurin

May 1, 2025

Donna Kay Geurin, wife of David Milton Geurin for 62 years, and mother of Dr. Michael David Geurin, left this life at sunrise on May 1, 2025, with David and their dog, Sugar, at her side, at their home in Billings, Montana.

Donna was born to Margaret Edeen (Springs) Sharp and Donald Francis Sharp in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on August 15, 1941....

Karen Louise Eide

Karen Louise Eide

Apr 29, 2025

On April 29, 2025, Karen peacefully passed away at the age of 87 surrounded by family. Karen was born on August 16, 1937 in Billings, Montana to Louise and Byron Whitcomb of Red Lodge. She was the second of four children and grew up alongside her sister Jaye and brothers David and Donald. She graduated from Red Lodge High School...

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....

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...