Obituaries

Dec 8, 2024

Rydell Nunnally, aged 22, of Great Falls, Montana passed away December 8, 2024, due to a complex seizure in his sleep. Even though he struggled with severe autism and epilepsy, he was a kind, blessed, gentle soul. He was loved by everyone he met. His life, though short, was full of laughter and adventure. His favorite hobbies that brought...

Dec 7, 2024

Pat Castle died peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Benefis Peace Hospice. The staff there are angels with no wings. They provided Pat excellent care, compassion, and palliative assistance. All visitors were also treated with compassion and respect.

Her funeral service is at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, December 13, 2024, at O’Connor Memorial Chapel followed by...

Dec 5, 2024

The world was never the same after the birth of Marth Pounds and will never be the same without her. Martha passed away on December 5. 2024, at Peace Hospice surrounded by her loved ones after a long and hard-fought battle with multiple myeloma.

A celebration of her life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday,...

Dec 4, 2024

William Patrick Hanley, 81, of Fairfield, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2024.

William was born on April 21, 1943, in the Bronx, New York to Edmond and Mary (Murphy) Hanley. He graduated from St. Helena’s High School in the Bronx. After graduation, he joined the US Air Force and served from 1963 to 1966 during the...

Nov 28, 2024

Betty Ann Filius, 83, of Great Falls, Montana, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2024, reuniting in heaven with her beloved husband, Dave.

Betty Ann Landsburg was born December 6, 1940, to Kenneth and Alison Landsburg, she grew up on the family farm in Michigan as the youngest of three siblings. She attended Michigan State University, where...

Nov 27, 2024

Helen Christina “Kris” Hoppe, 94, of Great Falls, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024.

A visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. followed by a rosary at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, December 6, 2024, both at O’Connor Memorial Chapel. A funeral liturgy will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 7, 2024,...

Nov 26, 2024

After 101 glorious years, Bernice Brewer Beck is going on a new adventure. She passed very peacefully on November 26, 2024, at Peace Hospice House in Great Falls.

Bernice was born in Big Sandy, MT on October 1, 1923. Her parents, Earl & Fay Brewer, homesteaded in Geraldine, MT where they also raised their family, including Betty,...

Nov 26, 2024

Darlene “Dori” Corcoran, 85, of Great Falls, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on December 11, 2024, at O’Connor Memorial Chapel with inurnment to follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Dori was born in Sturgeon, PA on March 27, 1939, to Wilson and LaVerne Conn. She...

Nov 25, 2024

Daniel Patrick Murphy of Reno, Nevada, a devoted family man, public servant, and proud Navy veteran, passed away peacefully at the age of 90 in Clovis, California. Born in Great Falls, Montana, Daniel lived a life guided by integrity, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to those he loved.

Daniel spent his formative years on a cattle...

Nov 22, 2024

Randy Stevens, beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend died unexpectedly on November 22, 2024, at the age of 32.

Randy was born in Watford City, ND on April 11, 1992, to Dale and Teresa Stevens. There, he was introduced to cousins and grandparents whose relationships he cherished his whole life.

The family moved to Great...

Nov 22, 2024

With family by her side, Laura Milledge Ganz, 74, of Great Falls, Montana passed away peacefully on November 22, 2024, due to complications from COVID and double pneumonia.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at Geraldine Cemetery followed by a reception at the Vets Hall, also in Geraldine.

Nov 22, 2024

Jimmie Dean Bates, known to family and friends as Jim, passed away on November 22, 2024, at the age of 76, at his home in Great Falls, Montana. Born on February 22, 1948, in Waterloo, Iowa, Jim spent most of his life in Great Falls, where he worked as an engine technician.

Jim was passionate about the...

Nov 21, 2024

Patricia “Trish” Fraley Tothill, 83, of Brady, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024.

Trish was born in Woodbury, New Jersey on May 8, 1941, to Oscar and Mary Erma (Eastlack) Fraley. She was the owner and operator of the Sun River Country Store for 15 years before deciding to sell and be a stay at home...

Nov 21, 2024

Bonnie Lee Kynett, 66, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2024.

She was born on January 10, 1958, in Great Falls, Montana, to Ray and Mary Kynett. Bonnie spent most of her life on the west side of Great Falls, where she grew up and created countless cherished memories.

Bonnie was known for her unwavering...

Nov 20, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Donna LaFountain Walraven announce her passing. Donna will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends. She will be forever remembered for her kindness, compassion and love that she showed to everyone she met. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her the...

Nov 19, 2024

William “Bill” Henry Earl Jr. passed away on November 19, 2024, surrounded by family on the farm in Chester, Montana. He was a strong and hard-working husband, father, “Grappa,” brother, and friend. His battle with lung cancer was a testament to his courage, facing life’s challenges with a smile. Even as cancer stole his breath, he laughed with his...

Nov 16, 2024

Roland D. Croghan, 88, of Great Falls, passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024.

Nov 15, 2024

Ankarb “Ann” Kongthong O’Brien, 77, of Great Falls, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 15, 2024.

Ann was born in Bangkok, Thailand on March 26, 1947, to In and Ping Kongthong. One of five children, her life in Thailand was not always easy. After high school, Ann worked as a waitress in Bangkok where she met her...

Nov 12, 2024

Mary Ann Hamilton, beloved wife, mother, grandma, sister, and friend, passed peacefully on November 12, 2024, at 68 years young.

She was born May 20, 1956, in Billings, MT, where she grew up and started high school at Billings Senior. At 17, she moved to Northern California, where she finished high school and soon met her husband,...

Nov 7, 2024

Douglas C. Laubach passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024.

He was a farmer, physics teacher, and member of the Great Falls Museum of Railroad History. As a ham radio operator, he was one of only a few people in Montana to have contacted every country in the world, including the International Space Station.

He...