Obituaries

Apr 4, 2024

Dorothy Trepina, 94, departed peacefully on April 4, 2024, in Great Falls surrounded by the love of her family. Dorothy was born on January 27, 1930, in Minnesota. Dorothy was the vibrant second child of Walter and Laura (Geyer) Petrock. Following Walter’s passing, the family relocated to Big Sandy, where Dorothy flourished, graduating with the class of 1947.

Apr 4, 2024

Glen Lyle Satra passed away on April 4, 2024, at Peace hospice in Great Falls, Montana. He will be greatly missed and remembered by his family and friends.

Glen was born in Velva, North Dakota on October 3, 1943, to Clarence and Florence Satra. The first born of 6 children, he was raised on the family farm,...

Apr 2, 2024

Phyllis A. Kronebusch passed away on April 2, 2024, at Peace Hospice in Great Falls, MT. She was born in San Diego, CA in 1945 to parents, Florence and Donatus Kronebusch. She was raised on the family farm north of Conrad and graduated from Conrad High School. Phyllis went on to attend Fort Wright and Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA....

Apr 2, 2024

Bob Reed of Fort Shaw, MT passed away on April 2, 2024. He was born on March 16, 1944, in the old Columbus Hospital of Great Falls, MT. Bob grew up southwest of Stanford, Montana with his parents and sister, Judy. He would cowboy and work the family ranch while also hunting and fishing in his free time.

Apr 2, 2024

On April 2, 2024, heaven was gifted a little more laughter. Stacey Leonard Burcham, age 53, passed away in Helena, Montana from prolonged health issues.

Stacey L. Burcham was born on May 24, 1970, to Kenneth Leonard Burcham and Iris Brenda (Anderson) Burcham in Great Falls, MT. He attended and played football as a linebacker at Great...

Mar 30, 2024

Larry Lucero passed away at his home on March 30, 2024. He was with his wife, Peggy, and his daughter, Marlee. A celebration of life will take place on June 8, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. in Great Falls at the Hub at Great Falls High School.

Peggy and Larry were married for 59 years. Larry first saw...

Mar 28, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mary Schuler who peacefully departed this world on March 28, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Mary was born on December 10, 1934, in Wolf Point, Montana, to John and Katherine Greenwood. She was raised on her family’s farm near Oswego, Montana, with her brothers, Jack...

Mar 27, 2024

Lonnie Charles Andrews passed away on March 27, 2024, at the age of 73.

He was born on April 7, 1950, to Charles and Beatrice Andrews. He worked as a hospital contractor throughout the U.S. for over 40 years. After retirement, he enjoyed traveling.

Lonnie is survived by his sister, Gayla Clos; brothers, Lloyd and...

Mar 25, 2024

Sylvia Jean (Santos) Bowen was born in Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii on March 5, 1937, to John L and Lillian N. (Tavares) Santos. She was a middle button in the family with an older sister, two older brothers, two younger brothers, and two younger sisters. She is preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband, Charlie; eldest son, David; adopted...

Mar 25, 2024

Nancy Catherine (Kohles) Garnes, known as the “Heart Lady” in and around Great Falls, has gone to heaven. Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis 15 years ago, the condition took her physical health but could not diminish her sweet, caring, and loving personality. Needless to say, she was adored by her family, friends, and, frankly, anyone who met her. Her infectious...

Mar 22, 2024

Thomas Edward Mayernik, son of Elsie and Leo, beloved brother, uncle, cousin and friend to many. Thomas was born on March 4, 1948, and passed away March 22, 2024, at age 76. He was a retired autobody repair man. He loved camping at Green Mountain. He was a big fan of NASCAR and Harleys, but his “Pride and joy’...

Mar 21, 2024

Jeannette M. Archey, 93, passed away on March 21, 2024. Jeannette was born on December 19, 1930, to Reno and Emma (Anderson) Hawthorne in Roundup, Montana. They moved to Fairfield bench where she grew up on the family farm and played girls basketball in high school for Fairfield. awthorn e i

On June 13, 1949, she married...

Mar 21, 2024

Lawrence Richard “Larry” Morin entered our world on August 26, 1959, and left this world on March 21, 2024. He was lovingly referred to by family and friends as Chief, Moose, and Larebear.

He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Leah Morin; son, Peter Morin; stepson, David Kowalski; brothers, Brian and Pat; and sisters, Rosemary...

Mar 20, 2024

Danny Bruce Taylor passed away on March 20, 2024, at the age of 61 in Great Falls, MT. He was born on June 20, 1962, in International Falls, MN. Danny is survived by his wife Joanna Taylor; three daughters, Tonya Taylor, Krysti Taylor, and Kaydi Taylor; one sister, Sherriel; and three brothers, Donald, David, and Dennis. In honor of...

Mar 20, 2024

Delbert Leo Dieziger of Great Falls, MT passed away peacefully on March 20, 2024, at the age of 92 surrounded by his three children. He was born on January 20, 1932, in Lewistown, MT, the son of Fredrick and Blanche Dieziger. Del attended school in Highwood, MT. While in high school, he played baseball, basketball, and football, scoring 36...

Mar 19, 2024

Peter Cladouhos, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2024, at Benefis Peace Hospice in Great Falls.

Peter was born on October 25, 1923, in Great Falls, the fourth child and first son of William and Chrisanthy Cladouhos. He graduated from Great Falls High School in 1941 and was drafted into...

Mar 19, 2024

Shirley Ann Edwin of Great Falls passed away on March 19, 2024. Shirley was born on August 29, 1927, in Waseca, MN.

She grew up in Mankato, MN and graduated from Good Counsel Academy before attending the College of St. Theresa where she received a bachelor’s degree in chemistry. Following graduation, she moved to Chicago where she...

Mar 16, 2024

Ian Charles Smith passed away surrounded by family on March 16, 2024, in Great Falls due to complications from the flu. He was born on April 22, 1974, to John and Ligaya “Lee” Smith.

Ian graduated from Chester High School and was involved in farming, over-the-road trucking, and construction work. He loved to draw blueprints and house...

Mar 14, 2024

Linda R. Finley Hendrickson was born on October 19, 1948, in Havre, Montana, to Roy F. and Sally A. (Legge) Finley. She passed away at her home in Great Falls on March 14, 2024, at the age of 75. She was raised on the family farm east of Chinook in the Paradise Valley and moved to Havre after high...

Mar 12, 2024

Anni A Voyles was born in Germany on April 4, 1932. She had a brother and sister. She still has relations in Germany she lost contact with years ago.

She was married to Roy Curtis Voyles which she met in Germany while he was in the air force. They got married in Germany in 1958 and came...