Gilbert "Lynn" Shulund

Lynn Shulund

August 5, 1942 – February 14, 2026

Husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather. Pro-bowler, fisherman, hunter, contractor, friend. Lynn Shulund packed a lot into his 83 years before he passed away of natural causes on Valentine’s Day at home in Hamilton with his wife Donna.

Lynn was born in Seattle to Everett and Lois Shulund but lived nearly all his life in Montana. He graduated from Havre High School in 1961 with a full scholarship to Montana State College Bozeman for basketball. A natural athlete, he went on to master golf, tennis and racquetball, but it was bowling that eventually brought him fame. Lynn played in bowling leagues in both Missoula and Hamilton and eventually travelled all over the United States to compete (and often win!) in bowling tournaments at the pro level. He is in the Montana Hall of Fame.

Lynn followed in his father’s footsteps and became a licensed contractor, building many homes and businesses in the Bitterroot Valley from the 1970’s until his retirement in 2005. The entire Shulund family hunted and fished for sport and sustenance, and Lynn continued to do so into his seventies.

Lynn was preceded in death by his parents, sister Kay Peterson, brother Chuck Shulund, and former wife Bonnie. He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Donna, his companion since 1987. He is also survived by his brother Ray (Amy) of Spokane, sons Kevin (Kerrie) and Cary (Lauren), stepsons Rodd and Todd Newman, eleven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Kind, generous, fair and loving. A wonderful Dad, husband, grandfather, provider and friend to many. We will miss you. Family graveside services will be held at the Hamilton Riverview Cemetery at noon on Friday, February 27, 2026. A Celebration of Life and lunch will be held following the graveside service in the Daly-Leach Chapel Community Room at 1 pm.

Condolences may be left for the family at www.dalyleachchapel.com.