Robert "Skip" Hedrick
Jun 2, 2026
Robert “Skip” Eugene Hedrick, aged 78, passed away on June 2, 2026, in Great Falls, Montana, surrounded by people who loved him deeply. Born on May 4, 1948, to Charles and Ruby Hedrick, Skip grew up in Great Falls and carried the spirit of Montana with him everywhere he went.
Skip graduated from Great Falls High School in 1967 and, with...
Donald James Morris Sr.
Jun 1, 2026
Donald James Morris Sr., aged 92, of Great Falls, Montana, passed away peacefully, June 1, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, and friendship.
Born on December 16, 1933, in Fairview, Montana. Donald lived a long and meaningful life, touching the hearts of many through his kindness, strength, and unwavering dedication to those he loved. He will be remembered for...
Wayne Yarger
May 31, 2026
Wayne, affectionately known to most as “Papa Wayne,” passed away leaving behind a legacy of laughter, boundless energy, and an unforgettable enthusiasm for life. Born in Circle, Montana, to Wayne and Verna Yarger, he brought a spark into the world that never truly went out.
Wayne was, without exception, the life of every party—and if there wasn't a party happening, he...
Airman First Class Kaleb Cole Cisco
May 28, 2026
With profound sorrow and broken hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, grandson, friend, and Airman, Kaleb Cole Cisco, who entered into eternal rest on May 28, 2026, at the age of 19, in Jacksonville, Florida.
Kaleb was born on August 26, 2006, at RAF Lakenheath, England, to Christopher and Tracy Cisco. As the son of an Air...
Garrett Stephen Van Heel
May 28, 2026
It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our son, father, uncle, brother, and friend, Garrett Stephen Van Heel, born on May 28, 1972. He passed away peacefully on his 54th birthday, surrounded by loved ones.
Garrett was born and raised at the east end of Great Falls, attending school at Sunnyside, Mountain View, East Junior High, and graduating...
Viola Fern Mogensen
May 23, 2026
Viola Fern "Vi" Mogensen, born July 16, 1950, in Fort Belknap, Montana, passed away on May 23, 2026, of natural causes.
Vi graduated from Poplar High School and attended Montana State University. She devoted more than 44 years of her life to nursing, a profession she truly loved. Her kind-heartedness, dedication, and caring nature touched countless lives throughout her career.
Vi was...
Lorretta Davidson
May 22, 2026
Loretta was born in Anchorage, Alaska, to Roland and Connie Beasley. After two years, her family moved to Missouri before eventually settling in Seatle, Washington.
On September 10, 1967, Loretta married Roger Davidson. They were blessed with two children, Brenda and Mark. The Davidson family relocated to Helena, Montana, in 1981, where Loretta became an active and dedicated member of the...
Kathy Ward
May 22, 2026
Kathy Ward of Great Falls passed away on May 22, 2026. She was born in Billings, MT, on July 5, 1958, to Lyle and Mary Lee Carte. She did a majority of her schooling in Great Falls, graduating from Great Falls High School in 1976. She married Randy Ward on April 30, 1977, and the two welcomed children Jennifer and...
Beverly Helen Graf
May 19, 2026
Beverly (Maxwell) Graf, a longtime resident of Fairfield and Conrad, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on May 19, 2026, in Great Falls, Montana.
Beverly Helen was born to Belva and Samuel Seiler on April 13, 1939, in Blackwell, Oklahoma. Her baby sister, Joanne Marie Seiler died as an infant and just a few months later, her father,...
Robert Kirk Frank
May 17, 2026
Robert Kirk Frank, aged 71, of Great Falls, MT, a dedicated father, grandfather, brother and friend - passed away at his home on Sunday, May 17, 2026.
Kirk was born to Bob and Karen Frank in Anaconda, MT on December 28, 1954. He was raised in Anaconda and Great Falls. He reminisced about his childhood by sharing stories of BB guns,...
Larry Duane Wilson
May 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Larry Duane Wilson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Larry entered into rest on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the age of 88. Born in Clarion, IA, on March 20, 1938, Larry spent many fulfilling years residing in Great Falls, MT.
Larry proudly served his country with dedication, spending 22...
Briella Renee Gladue
May 14, 2026
Briella Renee Shanaver was born on April 6, 1987, in Trenton, Michigan, to Donald Shanaver and Candice (Day) Shanaver. She spent her early childhood in Minot before moving with her family to Great Falls.
Briella was, above all else, a loving mother, daughter, sister, wife, and friend. She welcomed her son, Blake Bugg, on June 13, 2007, and her daughter, Adelyn...
Frederick "Butch" Jones
May 12, 2026
On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, Frederick “Butch” Jones, born February 7, 1942, finally hung up his work gloves, hammer, Bible, and a few opinions on how things ought to be done, passing peacefully after a life extremely well-lived and well-worked. Butch was a Navy veteran, farmer, rancher, logger, farrier, wood carver, fire fighter, carpenter, pastor, mechanic, foster parent, counselor, unofficial...
Theresa Norman
May 11, 2026
Theresa Norman was born August 17, 1955, in Fort Benton, MT, to parents Bill and Doris Crockford. She was one of five siblings and grew up loving to sew, sing, and debate. After graduating high school, Theresa joined the Army during the Vietnam era and met her husband David Matthew Norman. He swept her off her feet and they were...
David Leroy Ludwig
May 11, 2026
David Leroy Ludwig, aged 84, of Great Falls, passed away on May 11, 2026.
David and Adrea moved to Great Falls in 1964, where he got a job at The Anaconda Company, he worked there for 22 years. He then was employed at The Great Falls Public Schools as a custodian and building security until he retired.
David and Andrea raised three...
Rayleen (Zigan) Ouellett
May 10, 2026
Rayleen (Zigan) Ouellett, aged 86, of Great Falls died on Mother’s Day, May 10, 2026. At her request, cremation has taken place and no services are planned. A private family service will take place at a later date.
Rayleen was born on July 7, 1939, in Great Falls to Mary (Cislo) and Ray Zigan. She attended St. Mary’s Grade School and...
Layne Grant Smith
May 7, 2026
Layne Grant Smith, aged 72, passed away unexpectedly on May 7, 2026. He leaves behind a family and countless friends who will forever cherish the memories he created throughout a life well lived.
Layne was born on December 11, 1953, in Great Falls, Montana, to David and Julia Smith. He was raised in Great Falls and attended Lewis and Clark Elementary...
Joseph R Goulet
May 6, 2026
Joseph R. Goulet, aged 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Peace Hospice in Great Falls, surrounded by his family. He was born August 30, 1931, in Rumford, Maine, to George and Mary Goulet. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1951 spending almost 3 years in Japan in support of the Korean war before...
Donna E Kravik
May 6, 2026
Donna E Kravik, aka Momma Donna, was born in Albert Lea, MN on December 13, 1950, to Earl and Esther Thorson. She passed away suddenly on May 6, 2026. Donna graduated from Great Falls High School in 1969. Her daughter Becky was born in 1970, her son John Linn Il was born in 1971, and the favorite Michael was born...
