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Our dear Mary Pyette died peacefully April 2, 2025. Mary was born to Greek immigrants George and Ageliki Pappas on May 19,1933 in Havre, MT. As a child she attended the "Pride of the Prairie" country school south of Gildford, Montana. As a reserved child, her first-grade teacher informed her mother that she would be held back if she did not begin to speak. Consequently, she started speaking and never stopped. She graduated from Gildford High School in 1951, where she actively participated in...
It is with great sadness that the family of Clark A. Jorns announces his passing on March 24, 2025. in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was 84 years old and lived a full and accomplished life. He was born on February 5, 1941, in Havre, Montana, and raised in Chinook. He attended Chinook High School. Clark was involved in 15 different businesses. He sold the Spokane Review at age 10 and at age 13 owned and operated Earl Clark Service Station. Clark enlisted in the US Air Force in 1959 and graduated from...
Virginia Louise (Feil) Olson, 103, passed away March 26, 2025, at Northern MT Hospital in Havre, MT. Virginia was born October 10, 1921, at the family home just outside of Wales, North Dakota. Virginia was the 1st of 6 kids to be born to Emiel & Mary (Hauck) Feil. Virginia grew up on the family wheat farm. She attended grades 1-6 at a local country school and then 7-8th grade at a school in nearby Langdon, North Dakota. After receiving her 8th grade diploma at age 13 she started working to help...
The Lord has finished perfecting one of His chosen. Joanie Marie Eckley Wilson Pickett Kralic Rada crossed over on Thursday, April 3rd, surrounded by family and loved ones after a sudden and unexpected illness. Joanie was born to Lula Christine and Walter "Bugs" Eckley on August 20th 1944, while her father was in the Pacific fighting in WW2 with the U.S. Navy. She and her family remained in Jefferson County throughout her childhood, where she graduated 8th grade from The Clancy School and from...
Mary Pyette, 91 - of Chinook passed away on April 2, 2025 at Northern Montana Hospital. A Vigil will be held on Friday April 11th at 7:00pm at St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church in Chinook MT. The Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday April 12th at 10:00am at St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church in Chinook MT. Funeral Arrangements are entrusted to Wilderness Funeral Homes of Chinook....
Larry Wayne Larson, 68, passed away on March 25, 2024 due to injuries sustained in a single vehicle accident, on March 17, 2024 caused by complications of diabetes and extremely low blood sugar. He is now in heaven with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for eternity. Though much sadness is felt by those who knew and loved him, we now rejoice, as this isn't goodbye, but until we meet again. Larry was laid to rest on May 29, 2024 at the Larson family plot, located in the Kuper Memorial Cemetery in...
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kermit Gene Horn, Walks on the Clouds, a proud member of the Fort Belknap Assiniboine Tribe. Kermit, 68, passed away peacefully at his home on March 26, 2025. Kermit was born on December 7, 1956, in Fort Belknap, Montana, to Elizabeth Jackson and Gilbert Horn Sr. He graduated from Harlem High School and pursued higher education in Minnesota, where he developed a deep appreciation for wheelchair basketball. In the late 1980's, Kermit return...
Clifford Arthur Mummey, Jr. "Thummy", born March, 24, 1940 in Harlem, Montana passed away on March 23, 2025 after a long fulfilling life, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work and family. He was welcomed into this world in a home birth, delivered by his aunt Vern to parents Clifford Arthur Mummey, Sr. and Gladys Shupe. Affectionately nicknamed "Thummy" due to his tiny size at birth, the name stayed with him throughout his life. The eldest of nine children, Thummy had an adventurous childhoo...
She passed away March 26, 2025 at Northern Montana Hospital. Services will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Saint Margaret Mary’s Catholic Church in Big Sandy, MT. A visitation will be held from 6-8:00 PM, Friday, April 4th, at Wilderness Funeral Homes in Chinook. Arrangements have been entrusted to Wilderness Funeral Homes....
Alvin Douglas Hopkins born August 18,1973, passed away at the age of 52 at Northern Montana Hospital in Havre MT on Monday March 17, 2025. Alvin was born in the same hospital to Douglas (Doug) and Loretta (First Raised). He was their second child, Doug's seventh child and Loretta's third child. Alvin was born fighting right from the get go. But he didn't let any of his health drawbacks hold him down. He was always willing to lend a hand and put in a hard day of work. His favorite place to...
Debbie Chapman Olson passed away on March 12, 2025, in Havre, Montana. Born on December 24, 1955, to Melvin and Lona (Brinkman) Chapman, Debbie's roots ran deep in the community. Debbie attended school in Chinook, Montana where she was a dedicated athlete, playing varsity basketball for four years. She also participated in high school track and summer softball, demonstrating a lifelong passion for sports and teamwork. Throughout her career, Debbie made a profound impact on the lives of children...
Ernestine Wallner Olson, 86, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, at her daughter's home in Missoula, MT. Born on April 26, 1938, Ernestine grew up with her two brothers in Chinook, Montana. She graduated college at SMU in Dallas, Texas. She dedicated her life to teaching, shaping young minds for an incredible 50 years. Her passion for education left a lasting impact on countless students and colleagues. Beyond her career, Ernestine was deeply involved in her community and faith. She was a...
Coy Jane (Damuth) McHenry, age 79, passed away on March 13, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family and passed peacefully with a lovely smile on her face. Coy was living at the Masonic Home in Helena MT at the time of her passing. Coy was born on September 12,1945 in Townsend, MT to Leo and Adaline (Poe) Damuth. Coy was raised in Townsend. She married the love of her life, Ken McHenry, in 1962 and together they raised their 4 children in Florence, MT with a brief detour to Dickinson, ND....
John W. "Jack" Young, 81, passed away due to natural causes at his Lewistown residence on Friday, February 28, 2025. Funeral services was held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, March 7, 2025, in the Commercial Building at the Blaine County Fairgrounds. Burial followed in Kuper Memorial Cemetery. Jack's family has suggested memorial donations be made in his memory to the MSUN Rodeo Scholarship Fund or the North Central Montana Stockgrowers Association Scholarship Fund. Holland & Bonine Funeral Home has...
James Roy Billmayer was born May 7, 1928, to Mabel (McGuire) and Roy Billmayer in Harlem, Montana. He passed away on March 1st, 2025, at Sweet Nursing Home in Chinook. Jim lived a very full life. He worked hard from the time he was a young man, growing up on the family farm. He graduated high school in Harlem and attended college in Missoula for a short time. He and Helen were married on May 18, 1949, in the Hogeland Lutheran Church. Last spring they celebrated 75 years of marriage. Their son...
John P. Faber, just shy of 89, passed from this earthly life into the loving peace of his Lord and Savior on Feb 13, 2025, in Havre, MT. At his request, a private family burial will be held at a later date. John was born Apr. 1, 1936, the oldest of five to Paul and Alvina (Luoma) Faber. He is survived by his children; Marion (Pat) Leary, Jody Wallace, Elgin (Colleen) Faber and Luke Faber as well as extended family. John will be remembered for his strong work ethic and gentleman ways and as a...
She passed away January 30, 2025 at Sweet Memorial Nursing Home. A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 PM, March 8th, at the Chinook Eagles....
James Billmayer, 96, passed away March 1, 2025. A visitation will be held Thursday, March 6th from 6-8: 00 PM at Wilderness Funeral Homes in Chinook. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, March 7th, at Wing Cemetery. A funeral service will follow the graveside at 11:00 AM, at the American Lutheran Church in Hogeland. Arrangements have been entrusted to Wilderness Funeral Homes....
John W. "Jack" Young, 81, passed away due to natural causes at his Lewistown residence on Friday, February 28, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, March 7, 2025, in the Commercial Building at the Blaine County Fairgrounds. Burial will follow in Kuper Memorial Cemetery. Jack's family has suggested memorial donations be made in his memory to the MSUN Rodeo Scholarship Fund or the North Central Montana Stockgrowers Association Scholarship Fund. Holland & Bonine Funeral Home...
Gaylord Waisath born October 16, 1940 to Herman and Hazel Waisath. He lived on a Farm west of Chinook with 7 siblings. Gaylor graduated from Chinook High School in 1958, then joined the Navy for 3 years serving in the Pacific. He worked construction for 2 years and due to an accident that resulted from a D9 Cat rear end dump truck rolled on his leg he spent 6 months in the hospital. He then decided to go back to school and graduated from Brigham Young University in 1971 with a masters degree in...
Sandra L. O'Bryan Stiffarm, 78, passed away peacefully and surrounded by love on February 19, 2025 in Seattle, Washington following a sudden and brief illness. Sandy was born on April 9, 1946, the only child of Gerald and Mary (Robinson) O'Bryan and an enrolled member of the Gros Ventre (Aaniiih) Tribe. Sandy's first home was on the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation, at the O'Bryan Ranch established by her father and grandfather (Thomas O'Bryan), but she spent most of her young life living in...
Mary Lou M Lexvold-West, aged 86, passed away on January 8, 2025 at her home in Sun City West, AZ. Born March 8, 1938 in Madison, WI. Although born and raised in Wisconsin, Marylou lived the largest portion of her life in Anchorage, AK, raising her family and working at the FAA in logistics. After retirement Mary Lou and her husband Dave moved to Washington State then settled in Arizona. Also making Chinook their part time home, where she established friendships and memories she cherished for...
Nina Marlenee, 78, passed away January 30, 2025 at Sweet Memorial Nursing Home. A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 PM, March 8th, at the Chinook Eagles. Nina was born to Anna and Gordon Marlenee in Scobey, MT on April 7, 1946. On June 30, 2009 she was married to Roy Case and they resided in Chinook, MT. In her spare time, Nina enjoyed sewing and gardening. She was a loving mom, grandmother, and she loved her "furbabies". Nina was preceded in death by her brother Kenneth Marlenee. Nina...
Dennis Gay Hensley of Williston, ND formerly of Harlem, Montana passed away at Bethel Lutheran home on February 16, 2025 due to cancer complications. Dennis was born on May 23, 1955 in Hardley, Arkansas to Lloyd and Dorothy (Holmes) Hensley. Dennis was the third of four children. Despite quitting school his junior year, Dennis was very intelligent. Dennis later served in the army for two years and was a very hard worker always busy. He spent time working on ranches hauling and cutting wood...
Amber Leigh Short was born on February 17, 1974, and passed away on February 17, 2025 from complications of diabetes. Amber was born in Great Falls, MT to Linda (Sugar) Blackbird and Robert (Bubz) Short. She attended elementary school in North Dakota and Sacramento, California but Montana was always home to her. Amber had four children, Dakota Short, Aubrey Stanley, Vincent Short, and Carter Short. Amber had numerous jobs working in fast food. She lived a carefree life and often traveled back...
