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Obituary: Delbert G. Morris

On Friday, May 15, 2026, Del Morris went home to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Del was born in Phoenix, AZ on November 25, 1944.


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Obituary: Tadd Richard Fuhrman

Tadd Richard Fuhrman Family of Tadd Richard Fuhrman July 26, 1980 — May 5, 2026 Tadd Richard Fuhrman, 45, of Missoula, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in Townsend, Montana.


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Obituary: Arnold Woodring

Arnold Woodring Family of Arnold Woodring September 2, 1934 – May 11, 2026 Arnold Joseph Woodring was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather. He lived an incredible 91 years of life, passing away at his home in Townsend in the early hours of Monday, May 11, 2026, with his wife of 72 years and his children by his side.


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Obituary: Patricia "Patty" Montanye

Family of Patricia "Patty" Montanye Family of Patricia "Patty" Montanye Patricia "Patty" Montanye passed away peacefully in her home on May 11th, 2026, after a year-long battle with Pancreatic Cancer.


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Obituary: Judy M. Slifka

Family of Judy M. Slifka Judy M. Slifka Judith “Judy” Slifka passed away peacefully on May 7th, 2026, at her home in Toston, MT. Judy was born in Townsend, MT, to Harry Johnson and Gladys Connor Johnson on June 9th, 1944. Her siblings included her identical twin sister, Joyce, and her two older brothers, Harry and Kenneth “Kenny”.


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Obituary: Scott Owen Simon

Scott Owen Simon Family of Scott Owen Simon March 1, 1956, to April 29, 2026 Scott Owen Simon was born on March 1, 1956, in Townsend, Montana, to Elmer G. Simon of Windsor, Colorado, and Shirley Jeanne (Tintinger) Simon of Cascade, Montana.


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Obituary: Betty DeVaney

Betty DeVaney Family of Betty DeVaney July 2, 1945 – April 19, 2026 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, Betty K. DeVaney. After a long battle with an illness, she passed into eternity on April 19, 2026, in Townsend, Montana, surrounded by loved ones.


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Obituary: Arlene Gail Nehring

Arlene Gail Nehring Family of Arlene Gail Nehring Arlene Gail Nehring, 80, passed away on April 18, 2026. She was born on March 3, 1946.


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Obituary: Victor Karlos Larson

Victor Karlos Larson Family of Victor Karlos Larson Victor Karlos Larson, age 88, of Townsend, MT, passed away on April 11, 2026, in Helena, MT.


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Obituary: Connie Lee Thomas

Connie Lee Thomas Family of Connie Lee Thomas October 10, 1951 – October 22, 2025 Connie Lee (Glowaski) Thomas, formerly Clemons, passed away in her home of over 30 years in Toston, Montana, on October 22, 2025, just 12 days after her 74th birthday.


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Obituary: Elizabeth Ellen Myles

Elizabeth Ellen Myles Family of Elizabeth Ellen Myles With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Elizabeth Ellen Myles, known by all as Libby. Libby, 61, of Townsend, Montana, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 25th, 2026, after complications from a pancreatic infection. Libby was born on June 2nd, 1964, to Joseph Victor and Norma Faye Myles. She was born and raised in Helena, Montana, where she graduated from Capital High School in 1982.


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Obituary: Gary Arvid Mattson

Gary Arvid Mattson Nancy Cobban, Jennifer Sorheim and Nikki DeMartin Gary Arvid Mattson was born on April 26, 1939, in Republic, Michigan, to Arvid and Vieno Mattson. He passed away on March 7, 2026, in Arizona, following several years of health challenges.


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Obituary: Helen Theresa Reiser

Helen Theresa Reiser Family of Helen Theresa Reiser Helen Theresa Reiser was born on September 14, 1936, in Bozeman, Montana, to Laurence and Helen (Pattee) Gaffney. Theresa passed away on March 14, 2026, in Manhattan, Montana.


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Obituary: Richard “Dick” Black

Richard “Dick” Black Family of Richard “Dick” Black Richard “Dick” R. Black, 80, of Helena, passed away in the early hours of March 18, 2026, at his home.


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Obituary: William Rhea “Bill” Alley

William Rhea “Bill” Alley Family of William Rhea “Bill” Alley April 11, 1944 – March 17, 2026 William Rhea (Bill) Alley passed away at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in Helena, MT, with his family by his side after a brief illness. He was 81 years old.


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Obituary: Ruthie Knowles

Ruthie Knowles Brian Knowles In Loving Memory of Ruthie Sharon Knowles November 1, 1954 – March 12, 2026 Ruthie Sharon Knowles, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and unwavering love.


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Obituary: Steven Duane “Steve” Hoy

Steven Duane “Steve” Hoy Family of Steven Duane “Steve” Hoy Steven Duane “Steve” Hoy, age 73, of Townsend June 5, 1952 – March 10, 2026 “I’m Glad You Guys Got to See Me” Steve was born in Helena, Montana, on June 5, 195,2 to the late Joanne Morris Hoy (King) and Rex Hoy.


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Obituary: Annabelle Barnett

Annabelle Barnett Family of Annabelle Barnett Anne Barnett was born September 28, 1940, in Greybull, WY. She was the daughter of Paul and Retha (Laymon) Barnett. She was raised and educated in Greybull, WY, where she graduated from high school.


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Obituary: Brett Waters

Brett Waters Family of Brett Waters Brett Waters answered his final call surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy defined by service, leadership, humor, and unwavering compassion.


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Obituary: Mary Margaret Garman

Mary Margaret Garman Family of Mary Margaret Garman Mary Margaret Garman, age 69, of Townsend January 25, 1957 – February 12, 2026 Mary Wood Garman (69) was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at home with her loving family at her side after a short battle with cancer.


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