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Sashin Anique Hume

Sashin Anique Hume

Sep 29, 2025

VICTOR - Sashin Anique Hume, 52, passed away at her home in Victor on Monday, September 29, 2025. No formal services will be held. Condolences may be left for the family at www.dalyleachchapel.com. 

Arennett Ann "Nette" Beebe

Arennett Ann "Nette" Beebe

Sep 29, 2025

HAMILTON -  It is with profound sadness that the family of Arennett Ann Beebe announces that heaven gained another angel on Monday, September 29th. Surrounded by her loved ones, Arennett passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer.

Arennett lived her life with unwavering passion and determination. Whether participating in Helldorado Days festivities or earning her master’s degree, she approached...

Dennis John Murphy

Dennis John Murphy

Sep 26, 2025

HAMILTON – Dennis J. Murphy, 76, of Hamilton passed away at Bitterroot Health Daly Hospital on Friday, September 26, 2025. He was born on November 10, 1948, in Miles City, Montana, to parents David and Alice (Meidinger) Murphy.

After graduating from high school in Great Falls, Montana, Dennis attended the University of Montana in Missoula. After serving in the United States...

Larry Michael Lockhart

Larry Michael Lockhart

Sep 26, 2025

Larry Michael Lockhart Sr.March 23, 1955 – September 26, 2025Larry Michael Lockhart Sr., 70, of the Bitterroot Valley, passed away peacefully at his home on September 26, 2025, while working on one of his favorite projects, his ponds. Known to many simply as “Larry Sr.” alongside his son “Larry Jr.,” or fondly "Big Larry" He was a true Bitterroot Valley...

John Charles Schmidt

John Charles Schmidt

Sep 26, 2025

John Charles Schmidt, 76 of Corvallis passed away Friday September 26, 2025 at his home in Corvallis.

John was born December 13, 1948 in California.  He married his wife Karen on December 1, 2018.  John worked as an IT Professional and computer programmer.

He was a member of the Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses.  He enjoyed mountain biking and skiing.

John was preceded in...

Thomas E. L. Nyquest

Thomas E. L. Nyquest

Sep 24, 2025

STEVENSILLE - Thomas Everett Leland Nyquest, Tom, was born June, 30, 1939 in Helena, Montana, to Doris Teneyck and Theodore Nyquest. He was raised in Boulder, Montana, attended Jefferson High School and graduated in 1958. He attended college at the University of Montana and earned degrees in Health and Physical Education, and Mathematics.

After college graduation in 1963, Thomas joined the...

Charles Wissenbach

Charles Wissenbach

Sep 22, 2025

Pinesdale - Our beloved Charles Erhard Wissenbach, 91, passed away surrounded by family on Monday, September 22, 2025 at his home in Pinesdale, Montana after a long battle with cancer. Charles was born on May 31, 1934 in Clinton, Massachusetts and raised in Bolton, Massachusetts. Son of the late Charles Fredrick Wissenbach and the late Flora Emily Hoffman Wissenbach, both...

Jackie J. Bjergo

Jackie J. Bjergo

Sep 21, 2025

Corvallis – On Sunday, September 21, 2025, Jackie Bjergo passed away at age 88. Born Jacqueline Joan Jacks in Longview, WA on January 9, 1937, to Clifford and Josephine Jacks, she grew up living in various areas following her dad’s teaching jobs and rebuilding rundown farms.

Growing up, Jackie was active in 4-H and began playing piano in a community church...

Jonathan L. Linton

Jonathan L. Linton

Sep 12, 2025

Hamilton - Jonathan Lee Linton, 29, of Darby, MT. Passed away Friday, September 12, 2025, in Hamilton, MT. He was born February 26, 1996, in Missoula, MT, the son of Virginia Maxson and Jeremy Linton.

Jonathan was mostly raised in Missoula but spent some time living in South Cle Elum, Washington in his early teens. He lived with Clint and Caoimhe...

Norma J. Hill

Norma J. Hill

Sep 11, 2025

Norma Jo Hill, a 58-year resident of Hamilton, Montana, entered her eternal heavenly home with Jesus on September 11, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on March 14, 1930, in Great Falls, MT, Norma was a beacon of generosity, dedication, creativity, joy and inspiration to her family, her church family and community.

Norma's life was a symphony of service, faith,...

Shirley M. "Johni" Cellarius

Shirley M. "Johni" Cellarius

Sep 10, 2025

FLORENCE - Shirley M. "Johni" Cellarius, 92, of Florence passed away from natural causes on September 10, 2025, surrounded by her family at her home. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 15, 2025, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Hamilton. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery. A reception will be held in...

Howard William Eimer

Howard William Eimer

Sep 8, 2025

HAMILTON - Howard William Eimer, 82, of Hamilton passed away of natural causes at his home on Monday, September 8, 2025. No formal services will be held. Condolences may be left for the family at www.dalyleachchapel.com. 

Patsy J. Longtine

Patsy J. Longtine

Sep 4, 2025

Corvallis - Patsy J. Longtine, 85, of Corvallis passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025 at Bitterroot Health Daly Hospital. No formal services will be held. Condolences may be left for the family at www.dalyleachchapel.com.

Patrick Ray Howard

Patrick Ray Howard

Sep 3, 2025

Patrick Ray Howard passed peacefully, September 3rd, into the arms of Jesus after a hard-fought battle with cancer at age 71. Pat was born in Rathdrum, Idaho, to Bud and Betty Howard. When he was three, he moved with his family to Florence, Montana. Pat grew up the youngest of five children. He had a great childhood, fishing and hunting...

Marian E. Cape

Marian E. Cape

Sep 2, 2025

Marian Elizabeth Cape, 94, of Hampstead, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at the BridgingLife Dove House.

Born February 21, 1931, in Hanover, PA, she was the daughter of the late Leo Milton and Lola (Smith) Reaver. She was the loving wife of the late Stewart S. Cape.

Marian was a graduate of Westminster High School, Class of 1948. She had...

Charles R. Petty

Charles R. Petty

Aug 30, 2025

Charles (Chuck) R. Petty, M.D. passed away August 30, 2025 in Hamilton, Montana, at the age of 95.

Born February 3, 1930, Chuck was the youngest of three boys born to William Lloyd and Bernice (Wheeler) Petty in Williston, North Dakota.

Chuck grew up and attended public schools in Williston where he was active in curricular and civic activities. He graduated from...

Alice Ann McCrossin

Alice Ann McCrossin

Aug 26, 2025

Alice Ann Schmitt McCrossin, 98 of Hamilton passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula.

Alice was born on September 14, 1926 in Fessenden, North Dakota, one of ten children born to John and Pauline Faul Schmitt. She married Leon McCrossin in 1943 when she was just 16. She was so happy and blessed to be married...

Susan S. Borchard

Susan S. Borchard

Aug 24, 2025

Susan S. Borchard, 71 of Florence passed away Sunday August 24, 2025 at The Springs in Missoula.

Sue was born in Richmond California, the daughter of the late Edward and Imogene Smith Sage. Sue moved to Butte Montana as a child and that is where she grew up.

As an adult she later moved to Missoula Montana to raise her children and...

Bonita Rose Henderson

Bonita Rose Henderson

Aug 24, 2025

Bonita Rose Henderson, 79 of Hamilton passed Sunday, August 24, 2025 at Bitterroot Health Daly Hospital.

Bonita was born August 27, 1946 in Springfield, Missouri the daughter of the late Olen Dale and Clifton (Marlor) Henderson. Bonita was a loving mother of seven.

Her home for the last twenty years has been Hamilton, Montana. She was a member of the Church of...

Joel D. Olinghouse

Joel D. Olinghouse

Aug 23, 2025

HAMILTON - Joel D Olinghouse, 89, born May 29, 1936, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 23, 2025. He passed peacefully in his sleep at his home in The Remington in Hamilton.

He was born in Dorris, California to F.E. ‘Dutch’ and Olive Olinghouse. He was the third of eight kids. They moved from California to Oregon...

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