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Recent Obituaries in Great Falls, MT

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Great Falls, MT area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Terry Taylor, Sr.

Terry Taylor, Sr.

Feb 7, 2022

Terry Taylor, Sr. of Great Falls, age 93, passed away of natural causes on Monday, February 7, 2022, at Benefis surrounded by his loving family. A viewing will take place at Schnider Funeral Home on Saturday, February 12, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A funeral liturgy at Holy Spirit Catholic Parish will take place on Monday, February 14,...

Jo Ann O'Connell

Jo Ann O'Connell

Feb 6, 2022

Jo Ann Boyle O’Connell, 83, passed away of natural causes on Sunday, February 6, 2022. She is survived by her three children and their spouses. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill; brother, Thomas Boyle; sister, Mary (Polly) Linville; and her infant son, William J. O’Connell, Jr. A memorial vigil will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday,...

Steven James Woodwick

Steven James Woodwick

Feb 5, 2022

Steven “Woody” Woodwick passed away on February 5, 2022, at the age of 64, in Great Falls, MT. After a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer, Woody spent his final peaceful moments surrounded by family who will continue to honor his legacy of giving what you can when you can. “Everybody Eats!” -Woody Woody was born on November 27, 1957,...

Steven Anthony Pearson

Steven Anthony Pearson

Feb 3, 2022

Steven Anthony Pearson passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 3, 2022, in Great Falls, Montana with his dear wife of 18 years, Renie Pearson, by his side. Steven was born on April 9, 1969, in Emporia, Kansas and grew up in Adrian, Missouri, where he graduated from Adrian High School. As a young man, he spent many summers...

William Felix "Bill" Skovron

William Felix "Bill" Skovron

Feb 1, 2022

William Felix Skovron, "Billy Skov", died February 1, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. Billy was born January 8, 1964, in Great Falls, MT the 6th of Sue and Chuck Skovron’s 7 kids.Although he was a member of GFHS class of ‘82, Billy preferred the school of life.After high school Billy stayed in Great Falls and worked for various contractors.In the...

Tina Maria Simpson

Tina Maria Simpson

Jan 31, 2022

Retired ranchwoman, Tina “Rusty” Simpson passed away peacefully on Jan. 31, 2022. She was born on February 22, 1929, to John and Katharina Wall. Pursuant to her request, there will be no services, but a memorial will be held at the ranch cemetery later this year. Tina had dual citizenship and carried both Canadian and U.S.A. passports. On October 7,...

Ruby Marie Gale Lord

Ruby Marie Gale Lord

Jan 31, 2022

Surrounded by her family, Ruby Marie Gale Lord passed away on January 31, 2022, in Great Falls, MT, aged 99 years and 3 months. Ruby was born October 20, 1922, to parents Edson and Jessie Gale, at the home ranch south of Cody, Nebraska. Ruby enjoyed a big family growing up as the second of eight children with six sisters...

Robert E. Cummings

Robert E. Cummings

Jan 27, 2022

Robert E. Cummings, 85, a retired salesman, construction worker, carpenter, and amateur farmer passed away of natural causes in the arms of his wife, Judy, on January 27, 2022, at his residence. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Bob or “Bobby Gene” as he was known by his friends, was born on March 11,...

Patricia Myers Clark

Patricia Myers Clark

Jan 27, 2022

Patricia Myers Clark was born on May 26, 1931, in Great Falls, Montana to Thomas and Gertrude Myers. She had one brother, Tommy. Pat attended St. Mary's School from grade school through high school. She grew up during World War II thinking she would become a nun because the family lived behind a convent. They went to church at St....

Dorothy Mabel Samuels

Dorothy Mabel Samuels

Jan 27, 2022

Dorothy M. Samuels passed away on January 27, 2022. A full obituary will posted at a later date.

Barbara Ann Bason

Barbara Ann Bason

Jan 26, 2022

Barbara Ann Bason passed away on January 26, 2022. She was Born on October 4, 1957, in Neptune, NJ to Richard and Sheila Bason. She is survived by her son, Jim Hepburn: daughter, Kiley Hepburn; grandchildren, Angela, Kyla, and Marion; her mother, Sheila; brothers, Richard, Jim, and Steve; as well as sisters, Kathy and Jeanne. She was preceded in death...

Val Marie Tlustosch

Val Marie Tlustosch

Jan 26, 2022

Val Marie Tlustosch, 57, of Great Falls died peacefully at Peace Hospice surrounded by family on January 26, 2022. To honor her wishes, there will be no funeral service. Survivors include her son, Vaughn Tlustosch of Great Falls; grandson, Shye Tlustosch (mother, Kaye); sister, Kim (Jon) Bridges; niece, Stephanee (Joshua) Thornton; great-nephew, Noah; nieces Mikayla (Taylor) Nichols and Savannah Eberhardt;...

Serena "Chrystie"' Chrystyne Roberson

Serena "Chrystie"' Chrystyne Roberson

Jan 25, 2022

Serena “Chrystie” Chrystyne Roberson, age 58, passed away at home on January 25, 2022, after battling ovarian cancer. A celebration of life will be held in her honor on February 3, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at the Black Eagle Community Center in Great Falls, MT. Chrystie was born in Minot, ND to Sam and Margie on December 28, 1963. They...

Harold "Hal" Gaarder

Harold "Hal" Gaarder

Jan 24, 2022

Harold “Hal” Gaarder, 91, long-time Fairfield area farmer, passed away at Benefis Peace Hospice on Monday, January 24 due to natural causes. He was born June 8, 1930 in Great Falls to Hans and Alma Gaarder. He was raised in the Fairfield area, attending grade schools at Greenfield, Ashuelot, and Simms. As a 15 year old, he met a girl...

Charles Robert "Bob" Pimperton

Charles Robert "Bob" Pimperton

Jan 23, 2022

On January 23, 2022, “Bob” Pimperton, rancher and Montana Livestock Inspector passed away just a few months shy of his 90th birthday. Charles Robert Pimperton was born on May 24, 1932, to Charles and Aimee Pimperton at the Columbus Hospital in Great Falls, MT.Twenty years later Bob was joined by his only sibling, sister Linda (Stephens) in 1952. Bob attended...

Patricia A. Braaten

Patricia A. Braaten

Jan 23, 2022

Patricia Ann Braaten passed away on January 23, 2022. She was born on October 20, 1946, in Detroit Lakes, MN to Victor and Goldie Thunstrom. Patricia attended Great Falls High School and worked in the food service industry. She is survived by her spouse, Leo L. Braaten; sons, Mark, Randy, and Leo; sisters, Carol Plunket and Tami Giles; brothers, Russ...

Robert P. Bahr

Robert P. Bahr

Jan 22, 2022

To live stream Bob's service, please visit https://www.facebook.com/Redeemer-Lutheran-Church-266091820100189 Robert P. Bahr passed away unexpectedly on Saturday evening, January 22, 2022.Bob was born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin to Marvin and Violet Bahr on December 30, 1946. He was the oldest of 3 boys, and they spent many a day fishing and helping their grandma and grandpa at their lake property on...

Keith T Agre

Keith T Agre

Jan 22, 2022

Keith T. Agre, age 61, passed away on January 21st, 2022, in Great Falls, MT. Keith was born in Bismarck, ND to parents Edward and Roberta. He is a 1978 graduate of Fairview High School and attended broadcasting school in Billings, MT. Keith is survived by his brother, sister, and three children. No public memorial service is planned at this...

Stella Louise Janosov

Stella Louise Janosov

Jan 20, 2022

Stella Louise (Oryhoski, Kuglin) Janosov was born on June 16, 1920, in Great Falls and was the youngest child of Frank Theodore and Anna Mary (Niebiesczanski) Oryhoski. She attended the Franklin School near her home. She married Joseph “Joe” L. Kuglin at Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church on August 8, 1937. She worked at Kuglin’s Dairy, Barrell Restaurant, and Barnard Drug....

Loretta Fleurette (Logsdon) Britton

Loretta Fleurette (Logsdon) Britton

Jan 18, 2022

On January 18, surrounded by music and love, Loretta Britton took her final breaths in her home of 50 years. Loretta Fleurette (Logsdon) Britton was born on May 2, 1930, in the waiting room of the Columbus Hospital to Julia and Cecil Logsdon. Loretta and her younger sister, Laverne, were raised in Great Falls by their mother; the three were...

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