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Kenneth Gebhardt

Kenneth Gebhardt

May 12, 2024

Ken W. Gebhardt Sr. of Great Falls passed away at home on May 12, 2024, at the age of 87. He spent his final days sharing life stories and memories with his loved ones close by.

Ken was born in Clay Center, KS and was raised in Iowa. He was forever a mid-western boy at heart.

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Susan Campbell Hall

Susan Campbell Hall

May 11, 2024

Susan Campbell Hall passed on May 11, 2024, in Great Falls Peace Hospice at the age of 88 and 3 days. She will be missed and always be loved by many for her quick wit and her kind heart. Sue had many passions in life and achieved many wonderful things. She was born in Helena, MT, graduated from Helena...

Jim "Westy" Westermeyer

Jim "Westy" Westermeyer

May 11, 2024

Jim “Westy” Westermeyer, 81, of Vaughn passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at home with his wife and youngest daughter by his side.

“Jimmy” was born on September 21, 1942, to Milton and Gladys Westermeyer. He graduated from Great Falls High School in 1960. He met Muggs Baehler while “Cruising the Drag” in the Spring of...

Rosina Houtz Smith

Rosina Houtz Smith

May 10, 2024

Rosina Houtz Smith (known affectionately as, "Aunt Zina," to nieces and nephews), 76, of Great Falls, went to be with her Savior on May 10, 2024.

Rosina placed grace, kindness, and love into everything she did. She was a loving mother of two, grandmother of four, as well as a loving caregiver to countless foster and daycare...

James Robert Mital Sr.

James Robert Mital Sr.

May 9, 2024

James Robert Mital Sr. passed away on May 9, 2024.

James was a long-time resident of Belt. He is survived by his son, Bill Mital; daughter, Becky (Jeff) Gorton; his 5 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his ex-wife, Zelma; son, James Jr.; and daughter, Vicky.

Per his...

Eddie Gilbreath

Eddie Gilbreath

May 8, 2024

Eddie Gilbreath was the second born son of five to Tom and Gertrude Gilbreath.

His daughters loved him and considered him the best father and provider. He had an amazing work ethic and quick sense of humor. He was a well-known painting contractor in the area.

He was married to Mary Patricia Gilbreath for 53...

Julie Ann Cann

Julie Ann Cann

May 6, 2024

Julie Ann Cann, 71, of Great Falls passed away peacefully on May 6, 2024. She was born on July 21, 1952, in Barrigada, Guam. Julie is survived by her five children, Nicole (Chris) McKinstry, Kimberly (Jesse) Amesquita , Robert (Liz) Cann, Benjamin Cann, and Bryant Cann; sister, Mary Ann Rose; brother, Enrique Mafnas; and eight grandchildren.

Julie...

Carolyn Schmick Miller

Carolyn Schmick Miller

May 5, 2024

Carolyn Schmick Miller of Great Falls died peacefully at Benefis Hospital on May 5, 2024, following a brief illness. She passed as she had lived: simply, without drama, and asking about others.

Carolyn was born on May 21, 1929, and raised on a sugar beet farm in Torrington, Wyoming. She was a first generation American, the youngest...

Gavin Richard Mccoy

Gavin Richard Mccoy

May 4, 2024

Gavin Richard McCoy was born on December 20, 1997, and passed away on May 4, 2024.

Gavin Richard McCoy was many things. Among that long list what first comes to mind is brother, son, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. He always had an open heart an open ear to vent to and a shoulder to cry on....

George Joseph Konesky Jr.

George Joseph Konesky Jr.

May 3, 2024

George Joseph Konesky, Jr. of Sand Coulee, MT was born to George Sr. and Agnes Kohut Konesky on August 24, 1944, in Great Falls, MT. He passed peacefully of natural causes at his home on May 3, 2024.

George attended grade school in Sand Coulee and graduated from Centerville High School in 1962. He met his future...

Cindy Ferda

Cindy Ferda

May 2, 2024

Cindy Sasser was born in Long Beach, California. She lived most of her young life in Lake Elsinore, California before moving to Montana as a young adult where she made her forever home. She met Terry Ferda in 1996 and from the first date forward they have been inseparable. They married on November 2, 2002, and were the love...

Carol Stein

Carol Stein

May 1, 2024

In loving memory of Carol Stein, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who passed away on May 1, 2024, surrounded by her family in Great Falls, MT. She was 81 years old. Carol was born on March 16, 1943, to the late Albert and Ellen (Fullerton) Boston. Carol leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter, survived by...

Chad David Peterson

Chad David Peterson

May 1, 2024

Chad David Peterson, aged 38, passed away on May 1, 2024, at his residence in Great Falls, MT.

Chad was born on May 28,1985, in Lafeyette, LA to David Glen Peterson and Lou Ellen Armentor.

He was a loving father, partner, and son.

Chad is survived by his girlfriend, Amy Lynn Byrd; daughter,...

Anna Belle Crowe

Anna Belle Crowe

May 1, 2024

Anna Belle Crowe of Great Falls passed away May 1, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at Peace Hospice.

Anna was born February 15, 1930, in Estill County, Kentucky to Nellie Rose and Walter Estes. She married Arnold Crowe on May 11, 1946, in Irvine, Kentucky. Arnold’s career in the Air Force took them to many parts of the...

Jacob Eli Foss

Jacob Eli Foss

Apr 30, 2024

Jacob Eli Foss passed away on April 30, 2024, in Great Falls, Montana.  Jacob was born on July 9, 1986, in Great Falls, Montana to Greg and Wanda (Luraas) Foss.

Jacob worked for National Laundry, Walmart and Smith Foods and Drug. He loved to go camping, and boat fishing.

He was preceded in death by...

Kevin Bowers

Kevin Bowers

Apr 28, 2024

Kevin Bowers was born on December 30, 1951. A cherished father, devoted husband, and veteran, peacefully passed away in his sleep on Sunday morning, April 28, 2024. He is survived by his loving sons, Kevin (KP) and Christopher Bowers. Kevin's unwavering bond with the love of his life, Patt, was a testament to a love that knew no bounds....

Robert W. Jones

Robert W. Jones

Apr 27, 2024

Robert W. Jones passed away on April 27, 2024. He was born on March 15, 1958, to Howard Jones and Delores Steffani in Great Falls, MT where he attended school. He worked at Haggerty Motors for 30 years as their lead autobody man and at Bison Ford. Robert’s work was pure artwork, and he always took pride in his...

Roger Gerard Brownlee

Roger Gerard Brownlee

Apr 26, 2024

We are heartbroken to have to announce that our brother, Roger Gerard Brownlee passed away peacefully on April 26, 2024, at his home in Great Falls, MT.

Roger, you will be so incredibly missed by your family, your three sisters, Laura (Ken) Ravenscroft, Lillian Waniata, and Barbara Elia; brother-in-law, Mark Pierce; nephews, Bill, Ben (Kristina), Brad (Stephano),...

Ruth Rae Stemple Scribner

Ruth Rae Stemple Scribner

Apr 26, 2024

Ruth Rae Stemple Scribner passed away on April 26, 2024, from complications of a stroke. Ruth was born on March 5, 1939, in Helena, MT, to her parents, Milton and Marie Stemple.

She was raised in Boulder, MT. Her great grandfather was John Adam Stemple. Stemple Pass was named after him. Ruth was proud of her family’s...

Alicia Ann Grimshaw Miller

Alicia Ann Grimshaw Miller

Apr 25, 2024

Alicia Ann Grimshaw Miller, aged 40, sadly left us on April 25, 2024.

After college, Alicia spent many years in the banking industry. In recent years, she worked as a salesperson, dog groomer, photographer, nanny, veterinarian technician, and gardener.

Alicia was passionate about many things in life. She loved the outdoors, especially gardening, fishing, hiking,...

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