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Leroy Harold Stoller
Nov 10, 2025
Leroy Harold Stoller
July 23, 1935 - November 10, 2025
“I have fought the good fight,
I have finished the race,
I have kept the faith.”
2 Timothy 4:7
Roy Stoller of Stevensville Montana was born in Illinois to Lester and Emma Stoller.
Our dearly loved father & grandfather went home to his Savior and Lord on November 10th, 2025. Roy was born into a family of...
Louis J. Lavergne Jr.
Nov 9, 2025
Corvallis - Louis James “Buzzy” Lavergne Jr., 68 of Corvallis passed away November 9, 2025 at his home in Corvallis.
He was born on September 16, 1957 in Anaconda, Montana to the late Nancy C. Strand and Louis J. Lavergne but he was raised by his mother and stepdad Floyd Boyle.
Following high school he joined the US Marine Corps. He served...
Warren W. Ash
Nov 8, 2025
Hamilton - Warren W. Ash went home to be with Jesus on Nov. 8, 2025. He was born in Hamilton Nov. 4, 1929 to Walter Ash and Anna Bryson Ash Hughes. After graduating from Hamilton in 1948 he worked for Northern Pacific Railroad before joining The United States Navy in 1950, serving in the Korean War as a medic. He...
Mary J. Davis
Nov 7, 2025
Mary Janette Bond Davis, age 84, passed away November 7, 2025.
She was born to Thomas Lee and Agnes Bond in Plainview, Texas on February 28, 1941. She married Daniel Eugene Davis on Oct 13, 1957 in Lockney. Texas. She was a telephone operator employed by South Western Bell for 44 years from 1957 through 2001. Over her long 44 year...
Robert Arthur Bachmann
Nov 5, 2025
HAMILTON - Robert Arthur Bachmann, 97, of Hamilton passed away due to natural causes at his home at The Manor on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
Our dad was a loyal and faithful friend—a man who outlived most of his peers, yet never lost his deep appreciation for connection, laughter, and life itself.
A musician, writer, PR professional, college instructor, marketing expert, and...
Robert Roy "Rob" Danner Jr.
Nov 2, 2025
STEVENSVILLE - Robert Roy "Rob" Danner Jr., 78, of Stevensville passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025, at Bitterroot Health Daly Hospital in Hamilton due to natural causes. Services will be announced at a later date. Condolences may be left for the family at www.dalyleachchapel.com.
Joshua D. Johnson, Sr.
Nov 2, 2025
MISSOULA - Joshua “Josh” DeWayne Johnson, Sr., age 48, passed away early Sunday morning, November 2, 2025, surrounded by love.
Born and raised in Missoula, Montana, Josh was a true Montana soul — hardworking, loyal, and full of heart. A self-employed contractor, he could build just about anything, from decks and remodels to flooring installations. But more than anything, Josh built connections....
Larry Robert Bright
Nov 1, 2025
Larry R. Bright was born in Cheyanne, Wyoming to James and Viola Bright. He passed away of natural causes on November 1, 2025 at the age of 86 years old. He is survived by his wife, Gloria (married 25 years), sister Doris O., niece Kristin B.(great-nephew Hayden, great-nephew Camillo-preceded in his death) and his two children Jonielle B. (Joseph B)...
Richard "Rick" G. Gerard, Jr.
Oct 31, 2025
Bay City, MI - Richard G. "Rick" Gerard, Jr., age 66, of Bay City, MI passed away Friday, October 31, 2025 while hunting in the Bitterroot Valley. Services will be held in Bay City. Local arrangements are under the care of the Daly-Leach Chapel.
Canard "David" Meier
Oct 30, 2025
Canard “David” Meier, 78 of Hamilton passed away Thursday October 30, 2025.
He was born in Corpus Christie, Texas June 25, 1947. He shared his life with 3 brothers and 2 sisters, the family called San Diego County home.
David joined the Navy at the age of seventeen. In his 4 years of service, 3 years were spent at sea, including Vietnam....
Marjorie Ruth Howard
Oct 28, 2025
Marjorie Ruth (Smith) Howard, born to William and Una Smith in Anaconda on July 9, 1927, passed peacefully in Missoula, on October 28, 2025, with family at her bedside.
Marjorie is survived by her brother Richard Smith; children Judith Howard (Randy Reyes), Daniel Howard (Denise), and Thomas Howard (Carmen). Marjorie is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great...
Carol W. Hensel
Oct 27, 2025
HAMILTON - Carol W. Ransom was born in Pennsylvania where she met Carl Hensel at 19 years old. The two eloped after dating for three months and remained married for fifteen years. They had three children, Patricia, Michael (deceased in 2020), and Craig. After divorcing Carl, Carol visited a dear friend in Hamilton, Montana in 1977 and fell completely in...
Judy "Ann" Rinehart
Oct 25, 2025
VICTOR - Judy "Ann" Rinehart, 80, of Victor passed away due to natural causes at her home on Saturday, October 25, 2025, surrounded by her family. No formal services will be held.
Gerald A. "Gerry" Rotering
Oct 23, 2025
Gerald Albert “Gerry” Rotering reunited with the love of his life, Astrid Lynn (Harper) Rotering, on Thursday, October 23, 2025.
After a twenty-year career in the United States Navy, Gerry returned home to his Montana roots settling in Hamilton, where he and Astrid found a peaceful home surrounded by mountains and breathtaking views.
During his time in the Navy, Gerry brought steady...
Sherry Lee Collar
Oct 22, 2025
CORVALLIS - Sherry Lee Collar, 85, of Corvallis passed away from natural causes at Bitterroot Health Daly Hospital on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. There will be no formal services.
Anthony Martin Lopez
Oct 21, 2025
To know Anthony “Antone” Martin Lopez was to know love, laughter, friendship, happiness, and genuine care. Born on September 22, 1992, in Pomona, California to Terri Jo Townsend and Martin O. Lopez, he lived life with everything he had and lived it his way which was “all speed and no control.” He had a genuine love for people and would...
Gerald Lawrence Crum
Oct 21, 2025
DARBY - Gerald Lawrence Crum, 86, of Darby passed away due to natural causes at his home on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Interment will take place at Fresno Memorial Gardens in California on Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.
Dale Stein
Oct 20, 2025
Dale Stein, 89, of Hamilton, Montana, passed away on October 20, 2025 at Daly Hospital. Dale was born on July 21, 1936, in Enterprise, Oregon, to a very devoted loving family deeply rooted in farming and ranching. He was the son of the late John Stein Sr. and Alta Stein. Born a twin with Don Stein, they had 9 brothers...
Herbert Marvin Bounds
Oct 17, 2025
Herbert Marvin Bounds, 93, was peacefully welcomed into the presence of his Savior on October 17, 2025 in Hamilton, MT. He was asked just a few days before what he wanted to be remembered for? He replied, “An average guy who did his best to serve Jesus.” That is indeed his legacy, one of trust and faith in God who...
Robert L. "Bob" Buford
Oct 17, 2025
HAMILTON - Robert L. "Bob" Buford, 83, of Hamilton passed away Friday, October 17, 2025 at his home of natural causes. No formal services will be held. Arrangements are under the care of the Daly-Leach Chapel.
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