Obituaries

Aug 13, 2022

It is with profound sadness that the family of Troy Aaron England, 47, of Great Falls, Montana, announce his tragic passing on August 13, 2022.

Troy was a dedicated family man. He loved cooking, hunting, fishing, and prospecting, when he wasn't working on cars or helping someone repair or remodel their house. The personal stories shared by...

Aug 12, 2022

Allan Wayne Besich, 68, of Great Falls passed away peacefully at the family cabin in Lincoln, MT on August 12, 2022.

He was born on March 11, 1954, to Thomas and Mary Besich. He married the love of his life, Marilyn Ann McDonald, on August 30, 1975.

Al is survived by his wife, Marilyn; sons,...

Aug 11, 2022

With regret and sadness, the family of Mary K. Scott announces her sudden passing on August 11, 2022, aged 81. Mary will be fondly remembered and dearly missed for her wit and sense of humor, unwavering support to the Denver Broncos, and great pride in her Irish heritage.

Mary was raised in Glasgow working as an educator,...

Aug 10, 2022

On the morning of August 10, 2022, Christian “Chris” Robert Fleck II, 77, of Great Falls, Montana, died from Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML).

He was born on October 7, 1944, in Harvey, North Dakota to Christian Robert Fleck Sr. and Dorothy M. Heisler and moved to Great Falls, Montana at an early age. He grew up with...

Aug 8, 2022

Charles “Chuck” Edward Gestring passed away on August 8, 2022. He was born to Elizabeth Brooks Gestring and Edward Gestring in 1932 at the home of a midwife. They lived south of Kalispell at Balls Crossing.

In 1933, the family moved to the 80-acre farm at Creston. Charles attended Cayuse Prairie Grade School, Flathead County High School,...

Aug 7, 2022

Allen R. Morris Sr., 76, of Richland, Oregon died on August 7, 2022, in Highwood, Montana.  A Graveside Service with Military Honors will be held on Saturday, August 20, 2022 - 11:00 a.m. at Eagle Valley Cemetery in Richland, Oregon.

Allen Ray was born on August 21, 1945, in Liberal, Kansas to William T. and Chezelle D....

Aug 6, 2022

We all lost a shining light on August 5, 2022, when Daniel Thomas Gerhart tragically passed away.

Daniel was the son of Terry Graeme and Stacey May Gerhart of Bowen and Woodwark Queensland, Australia. Daniel attended primary school at Cannonvale State School and high School at the Proserpine State High School and Stanford Public School. Daniel enjoyed...

Aug 4, 2022

Lex Anne Van Tighem (Houston), 67, passed away peacefully in her home in Great Falls, MT on Thursday, August 4, 2022.

She was born on February 9, 1955, to Walter and Doreen Houston in Great Falls, MT. She attended grade school at Lincoln Elementary and graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1973. Thereafter, she attended the...

Jul 27, 2022

Barbara “Binky” Wallace Thares died on July 27, 2022, in Great Falls, Montana after a hard fought battle with cancer. She wants everyone to know that “She did the best she could.”

A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 6, 2022, at O’Connor Memorial Chapel.

Barbara was...

Jul 27, 2022

LuElla “Lu” Ray, 94, a longtime resident of Great Falls, passed away peacefully at Benefis Hospital on Wednesday, July 27, 2022.

Lu was born on April 27, 1928, near Kenmare, North Dakota to Phillip and Loretta Munch. She was raised there and graduated from Kenmare High School.  She then attended a local business school where she obtained...

Jul 24, 2022

Thomas “Tom” Arthur Furst, 69, passed away July 24, 2022, at Peace Hospice. Tom was born on September 25, 1952, in Ann Arundel, Maryland to Kathleen (Riley) Furst and Arthur P. Furst, Jr.

Tom grew up in New Castle, Pennsylvania. He enlisted in the USAF in 1975 and retired at Malmstrom AFB after 20 years of service...

Jul 22, 2022

John Robert “Bob” McCafferty Jr, our beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend passed away peacefully with his family by his side on July 22, 2022.  He was 91 years old.  We find comfort knowing that he was at peace and went to be with the Lord as his family shared and remembered stories of a life well-lived. ...

Jul 21, 2022

Joellen “Joey” Arlene Potter of Great Falls, MT passed away on July 21, 2022, surrounded by her loved ones.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on August 27, 2022, at the Westside United Methodist Church, 726 Central Avenue West, Great Falls.

Joellen was born to Edna and Elliott Trump on January 18,...

Jul 18, 2022

Kenton Herbrett Goldsmith, 56, died of a massive heart attack on Monday, July 18, 2022, and is now in the arms of his mother.

He was born on Veteran’s Day in 1965, in Sidney, Montana, but grew up in Great Falls, Montana. He graduated from Great Falls High School and followed in his dad footsteps of being...

Jul 15, 2022

Carol “Kelly” Reiss passed away on July 15, 2022, at Goldstone Assisted Living in Great Falls, Montana.

A memorial service will be held on Friday August 5, 2022, at Hillcrest Lawn Memorial Chapel at 2:00 p.m.

Kelly was born in Great Falls on December 12, 1945. She was married to Richard “Dick” Reiss in December...

Jul 15, 2022

David “Dave” Lee Belcher, 58, of Great Falls, passed away on Friday, July 15, 2022. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Veteran’s Memorial Park. Dave was born on December 10, 1963, in Fullerton, California to Harry Belcher and Dorlyn Milam. He graduated from Grants Pass High School in Grants Pass, Oregon...

Jul 13, 2022

Steven Lee McCown, beloved husband, brother, and dear friend, entered the gates of heaven quietly in his sleep in the early morning of July 13, 2022, doing what he loved, camping with his best friend, Caleb Barnes. He will be greatly missed. Steven was an amazing man and was loved by all. He was a bartender for Ike and Susan’s...

Jul 12, 2022

Zenith “Babes” Dahl-Sullivan, 80, of Great Falls, passed away on Tuesday, July 12, 2022. Babes was born on June 28, 1942, in Ashland, Oregon to Axle and Laura (Nichols) Dahl. She graduated Conrad High School and went on to cosmetology school in Great Falls. She was a cosmetologist for 52 years. She loved her work and all the friendships that...

Jul 11, 2022

Carla Cowdery Mee passed away on July 11, 2022, in Great Falls after a long battle with health issues.

Carla was born March 7, 1947, in Long Prairie, MN to Gene and Marie Cowdery. They moved to Chinook, MT, then on to Great Falls where she graduated from Central Catholic High School. After graduation, she went to...

Jul 6, 2022

Lilah Louise McVee was born on November 30, 1927. She left for her new heavenly home July 6, 2022, to join her loved ones that had gone before. Her parents and brother, Charles, preceded her in death. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, July 11, 2022, at O’Connor Memorial Chapel. Born and raised in Glasgow, Montana,...