Obituaries

Mar 2, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Denny Hepp on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the age of 70. Denny was born in Great Falls, Montana, on May 5, 1954, and lived there throughout his life.

Denny is survived by his daughter, Jennifer; son-in-law, Andrew Bishop; and two treasured grandchildren, Marshall and Jane....

Mar 1, 2025

Some die young, some die old, always love hard and never give up…

John St.Germain was born September 1, 1926 and passed away March 1st 2025 surrounded by so much love.

Our Dad was born in St.John, North Dakota the middle child of a lot of brothers and sisters that all pre-deceased him by many...

Feb 28, 2025

Connie Maguire Hangen passed away unexpectedly on February 28, 2025, at the age of 75 in her hometown of Great Falls, Montana.

Born December 14, 1949, Connie was the second of four girls born to Betty (Liesenfeld) and Kevin Maguire. She graduated from Great Falls High School in 1967 and attended the University of Montana (Go Griz) where her love of...

Feb 24, 2025

Roger R. Hill, aged 76, of Black Eagle, MT died of natural causes in Great Falls, MT in the early morning on Monday, February 24, 2025, surrounded by family.

Survivors include the love of his life and devoted wife of 38 years, Colleen Hill of Black Eagle, MT; daughters, Kim Hill and Tara (Casey) O’Meara both of...

Feb 24, 2025

Jamie Sue Betts of Great Falls, MT passed away on February 24, 2025, at the age of 66 surrounded by her family. Jamie was born in Shelby, MT on October 4, 1959, to Archie and Lucy McLean. She was raised on the farm where she learned Montana ethics, how to work hard and be creative, living miles from town...

Feb 24, 2025

Nancy Jo Gleason of Great Falls, MT passed away on February 24, 2025, at the Peace Hospice House at the age of 76. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Benefis Peace Hospice House for caring for Nancy during her final days.

Nancy was born on September 16, 1948, in McKees Rocks, PA to...

Feb 21, 2025

Donald “Don” Howard Pencoske, aged 89, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2025, in Great Falls, MT with his wife and daughter by his side. Don, the youngest of 8 children, was born on July 15, 1935, in Duquesne, PA, to Leroy and Mary (Hall) Pencoske.

In 1965, while working in Des Moines, Iowa, he met and...

Feb 20, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of James A. Nelson, who left this world on February 20, 2025, at the age of 53. He was born on December 26, 1971, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Jim was a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, whose presence touched the lives of all who knew him. He is...

Feb 20, 2025

Glen M. Nicolai, a devoted friend, family member, and all-around wonderful man, passed on February 20, 2025, at the age of 80. Glen was born in Great Falls, Montana, and was the youngest son of Esther and Richard Nicolai.

He was raised on a wheat farm on the outskirts of Great Falls, Montana. After his dad's passing,...

Feb 19, 2025

Our beloved father, Anton “Tony” Calvin Heinert, 84, was called home on February 19, 2025, to reunite with his wife, daughter, and many other family and friends who eagerly awaited him—and his guitar. He passed away on the land he and Mom purchased in 1972 in Vaughn, Montana, a place they built together with love and dedication.

Tony was born on...

Feb 18, 2025

David J. Matsko passed away on February 18, 2025, at the age of 83. He was born on June 27, 1941, to Emery and Anna Matsko.

David graduated from Great Falls High School in 1959 and received his degree from the College of Great Falls. He was in the U.S. Marine Corps and the Air National Guard....

Feb 15, 2025

Helen Louise (Ryan) Mears, aged 94, of Great Falls, Montana passed away on February 15, 2025, at her home surrounded by family. Helen was born on March 15, 1930, in Roundup, Montana and was loved by all who knew her.

Helen met her sweetheart, John Mears, in 1949 on a blind date while she was attending college...

Feb 14, 2025

She was often heard quoting an unnamed source… “Getting old ain’t for sissies“! How correct she was. It’s not a gentle path to 96. You have to outlive most of your friends and some of your family. In October, we celebrated her 96th birthday, albeit a couple of months early. Today, we mourn her passing. Jean Frances Hancock Proud...

Feb 13, 2025

Leighton “Wes” John Westereng Jr. of Great Falls passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at the age of 89.

Wes was born on September 8, 1935, to Leighton Sr. and Margaret (Rudsenske) Westereng in Morris, Minnesota. He joined the U.S. Army after completing high school during the Korean War. After leaving the Army, he went to...

Feb 10, 2025

James Howard Bauer was born May 3, 1955, in Havre Montana to George and Louise Bauer where he went to school. He won a local spelling bee and almost made it to the national finals. He wanted to be a writer and went to the University of Chicago for a degree in consensual creative writing. He went on to...

Feb 9, 2025

Jade Michael LaBoucane entered into eternal rest at 33 years young. He is greatly cherished and missed already by all who knew and loved him.

Jade was born on September 11, 1991, at Montana Deaconess Medical Center in Great Falls to Bobby LaBoucane and Janet Steiger. He attended Great Falls Public Schools, K-11. He is known for...

Feb 9, 2025

Raymond Welter, aged 78, of Great Falls, MT, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, at Renaissance Assisted Living Home, with his wife of 58 years by his side. He was born on November 2, 1946, to Henry and Mary Welter in Roelyn, IA. He is survived by his wife, Cathy; and their five beautiful daughters, Joanna Ginger, Regina...

Feb 8, 2025

Clifford Maxwell of Great Falls passed away on February 8, 2025, at the age of 79.

Clifford attended schools in Great Falls. At the age of 22, he was drafted into the U.S. Army. He served his country for a year in Vietnam where he earned medals of honor for bravery, loyalty, and devotion to his duty.

In 1971, he married Mary...

Feb 1, 2025

William “Bill” Lyle Greenfield passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025, at the age of 89. Bill was born on May 13, 1935, and raised in the Hardin area. He was the oldest of 7 children and spent his youth working on ranches, breaking horses, riding in local rodeos, and delivering milk to Big Horn County residents. He graduated...

Jan 30, 2025

Karen Ann (Newman) Corrigan, aged 76, passed away at home with her daughter by her side, at 9:20 a.m. on January 30, 2025.

Karen was born in Terry, Montana on November 2, 1948, to Norvald “Bud” and Jessie Newman, Jr.

She was the second born of ten, five brothers and four sisters.

Karen...