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Local Obituaries for Chester, Shelby, Cut Bank, Conrad, MT & Surrounding Areas

Lori Pocock Fletcher

Lori Pocock Fletcher

Apr 6, 2025

Born in Winder, Georgia on September 1st 1957, the 2nd of 4 children, Lori became care giver and protector of her younger brothers, Monte and Todd, born 2 and 5 years later. Meanwhile, her older brother Kim, born 3 years earlier would prove to serve as a typical big brother for the next several decades.

In 1965 their parents, Mel and...

Lois Rosellen Harden

Lois Rosellen Harden

Apr 5, 2025

 Lois Rosellen Rasmussen was born on September 20, 1929, on a farm near Gentiana, Montana. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 5, 2025, at the age of 95.

Lois was preceded in death by her loving parents, Lars and Florence (Stahn) Rasmussen; her brothers Clifford, Raymond, Barnard (Ken), and Lowell; and her sister Carol & husband Clifford Harden

She...

JoAnn Stenerson

JoAnn Stenerson

Apr 3, 2025

  JoAnn Eileen Stenerson, age 84, of Conrad, Montana, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on Thursday, April 3, 2025.

JoAnn was born on February 25, 1941, to Ervin and Ethell (Schwend) Ellis in Hardin, Montana. She attended grade school in St. Xavier, Montana, and graduated from Hardin High School with the Class of 1959. Following high school, she...

Robert Hermance

Robert Hermance

Mar 29, 2025

Robert "Bob" Hermance, 67, passed on March 29, 2025

Bob was born in Ronan, MT on July 2, 1957 to Arthur G. Hermance and Pauline D. DeWitt Hermance. He joined brothers John and Mike. When he was 3, the family moved to a farm 5 miles northeast of Kevin. Bob grew up helping his dad farm. In high school he worked...

Jeanette Brown

Jeanette Brown

Mar 29, 2025

Jeanette Tomsheck Brown, 98, of Whitlash and Shelby passed on March 29, 2025. Her funeral will be held at 1 pm on Sunday June 8 at the Whitlash Community Presbyterian Church with burial to follow at the Whitlash Cemetery.

Jeanette was born December 7, 1926 in Oregon to Anton and Etta Tomsheck. Jeanette and her three brothers, Robert, Arthur, and Raymond, were...

Debra Dawn Heimbigner

Debra Dawn Heimbigner

Mar 28, 2025

Debra Dawn Jacobson Heimbigner, age 58, passed away on March 28th, 2025, after a courageous fight against breast cancer. Deb was born on November 17, 1966 in Malta, Montana to Clarence and Shirley Jacobson. She grew up on a ranch in south Wagner, Montana, along with her sisters, Roxane and Linda. All three sisters were active in helping their father...

Dennis Paulson

Dennis Paulson

Mar 27, 2025

Dennis Keith Paulson, 71, formerly of Seattle, Wash., passed away on March 27, 2025, in Shelby. Dennis passed away after a long battle with Lewy Body dementia and Parkinson's disease.

He was born in Scobey, Mont. on December 10, 1953, to the late Morris and Francis Paulson.

He is also survived by his two sons, Tyler Paulson and Ben Paulson; as well...

James Seymour

James Seymour

Mar 27, 2025

 James “Jim” Seymour, a devoted husband, loving father, and hardworking member of the Cut Bank, MT community, passed away peacefully at the age of 84 on March 27, 2025. Born on June 21, 1940, Jim lived a full and meaningful life, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and resilience.

Jim married Lorraine Kline on April 30, 1960. Together for 48...

Harold Olson

Harold Olson

Mar 25, 2025

 Harold Olson lived a life defined by love, dedication, and service. More than a husband, father, grandfather, and leader, he was the heartbeat of his family and community, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished for generations.

Born on February 18, 1936, on a homestead north of Turner, Montana, he was the beloved son of Maurice and Fanny Olson. Growing...

Barbara Marie Han

Barbara Marie Han

Mar 18, 2025

Barbara Marie (Jacobsen) Han passed away unexpectedly on March 18, 2025, at the age of 77.

Born on June 1, 1947, Barb grew up on the family farm in Davenport, Washington and went to college at Washington State University where she studied elementary education. During her undergraduate studies, she met and married Allen Han, who was in veterinary school.

Barb and Al...

Lanita Agnes Elpel Flesch Tomsheck

Lanita Agnes Elpel Flesch Tomsheck

Mar 18, 2025

 We thought we had a bit more time with our dear mother, at least until her 100th birthday in May, but Jesus called her home on March 18, 2025, at the age of 99 years, 10 months.

Agnes was a beautiful, generous, awesome, amazing lady. Many times, over the years, we have heard people say, “You have an amazing mother.” She...

Buster Harrison

Buster Harrison

Mar 18, 2025

Buster A. Harrison, 74, passed away on March 18, 2025, in Cut Bank, Montana. He was born on May 11, 1950, in Billings, Montana, to Ruel and Irene Harrison.

Buster grew up in Cut Bank, where he attended school before proudly serving his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Upon returning home, he met the love of...

K.C. Sikes

K.C. Sikes

Mar 16, 2025

K.C. Sikes, 69, of Cut Bank, passed on Sunday, March 16, 2025. 

No services are planned at this time.

Joyce Lee Wallinder

Joyce Lee Wallinder

Mar 14, 2025

Joyce Lee Wallinder passed on March 14, 2025.

Joyce was born to Stew & Betty Wallinder on April 1st 1943. She graduated from North Toole High and went on to college for one year. Joyce went to work for the forest service as a lookout tower for two years. Joyce then came home and went to work for Moberly’s, then Fed...

David Jerome Wollan

David Jerome Wollan

Mar 12, 2025

David Jerome Wollan passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025 surrounded by his family and friends.

A graveside service is planned at a later date.

David was born on February 7, 1944 in Vancouver, Washington to Lynn & Mildred Wollan. He graduated from Watford City North Dakota High School and then attended Dickinson North Dakota State College where he majored in engineering.

David...

Barbara Jean Keller

Barbara Jean Keller

Mar 9, 2025

Barbara Jean "Helen" Keller of Conrad, passed away at 90 yrs of age on March 9th,2025.

Barb was born on October 14th 1934 the youngest of three and only girl born to Ray Allen Long and Mathilda (Moore) Long in Wheaton IL. Barb moved to Conrad with her mom, dad, and brother, Richard, July of 1937. Barb Graduated from Conrad High...

Arlene J. Higgins

Arlene J. Higgins

Mar 8, 2025

Arlene Joy Higgins passed on Saturday, March 8, 2025.

No services at this time.

Donna Elaine Fugle

Donna Elaine Fugle

Mar 7, 2025

We have said “the long goodbye”.

Donna Elaine (Aschim) Fugle passed away peacefully on March 7th, 2025 surrounded by her children at Peace Hospice House in Great Falls, Montana.

Donna was born on August 25, 1939 to Lester and Dorothy Aschim of Sunburst, Montana. She spent her childhood there, graduating from North Toole County High School in 1957. Her lifelong love of...

Deborah Jean Solum

Deborah Jean Solum

Mar 3, 2025

Deborah Jean Solum passed away unexpectedly on March 3, 2025 at the age of 59.

Deb was born December 10, 1965 in Chester, Montana. She grew up on the family farm enjoying the lifestyle of farming and ranching. She attended school in Rudyard graduating in 1984. She then went on to earn her Master’s Degree in Agronomy from Montana State University...

Michael Gerald Fenger

Michael Gerald Fenger

Feb 28, 2025

Michael Gerald Fenger of Hardin, Montana, passed away on February 28, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Michael was born in Chester, Montana, on March 1, 1967, to Gerald (Jerry) and Janet (Cockrell Fenger) Henry. He attended Sunday School and Luther League at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Chester. He was confirmed and remained a lifelong member. He graduated from...