Laverne Hazel Knowles
Sep 13, 2020
Laverne Hazel Knowles, 83, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2020, surrounded by family at Peace Hospice in Great Falls after a brief illness. Laverne was born July 3, 1937, in Great Falls to Evariste M. and Hazel L. (Buck) Dorr. She was the fifth of eight children. Laverne grew up on a ranch near Eden, and the family farm...
Gerald Joseph "Jerry Joe" Doney, Sr.
Sep 10, 2020
Gerald J. “Jerry Joe” Doney, Sr. passed away at the age of 65 on Thursday, September 10, 2020, at Peace Hospice in Great Falls, Montana. Jerry Joe was born to George and Geraldine Doney on December 7, 1954, in Fort Belknap, Montana. He grew up in Chinook, MT with his brothers, Chucky, Robin, Dusty, and Frisco, and his sisters, Lila,...
Shawn Michael Leslie
Sep 4, 2020
Shawn Michael Leslie, 46, left this world to join his grandparents and other beloved family on September 4, 2020, at Peace Hospice due to failing health conditions. The universe has gained another carpenter. Shawn was born in Helena, MT on a winter's day on January 4, 1974, to Melanie (Leppink) and Steven Dale Leslie. His grandmother Nancy, named him Shawn...
Carl A. Swanson, D.O.
Sep 4, 2020
Carl was born on October 25, 1947, in St. Cloud, MN, to Arthur and Marion Swanson. He loved music and played the trumpet in his high school band. He also played baseball in high school. He became an avid golf enthusiast later in life. Carl was on active duty at Malmstrom Air Force Base from 1974-1976, and then in the...
John T. Brakstad
Aug 30, 2020
John T. Brakstad passed away on August 30, 2020, at the age of 92. John was born and raised in Livingston, Montana. For the past 48 years, he made his home in Great Falls. After serving his country in the Korean War, he married his loving and supportive wife, Mary. Their marriage of 65 years was built on the foundation...
Stacey Ellen Rowe
Aug 29, 2020
On August 29, 2020, Stacey Ellen Rowe unexpectedly went to be with the Lord. A funeral service will be held at O’Connor Memorial Chapel on Friday, September 4, 2020, at 11:00 a.m.Please note that masks are required. Stacey was born March 4, 1961, in Great Falls, MT to George and Barbara Haynes. She was the youngest of four children. Stacey...
Ronald "Dan" Miehle
Aug 26, 2020
Ronald "Dan" Miehle, aka "Danno," peacefully passed away on the morning of August 26, 2020, at his home in Great Falls, MT at the age of 72. Dan fought several major health issues over the last few years, but he always remained positive with a smile for everyone. Dan was born May 3, 1948, in Helena, MT.He attended elementary school...
Paul William Birkholz
Aug 23, 2020
Paul W. Birkholz passed away on August 23, 2020, at the age of 78. Paul was born on June 1, 1942, in Miles City, MT to Ruth Graupner and August Birkholz. He joined the Air Force right after high school. He acquired a degree in airplane engine mechanics which opened the door to Montana Air National Guard. Paul married Millie...
Audrey Jean Smith
Aug 23, 2020
Audrey Jean (Hamlin) Smith, 85, of Great Falls, Montana passed away on August 23, 2020. Audrey was born in Helena, Montana on February 9, 1935, to Martin Hamlin and Mary Laurence Hamlin. She attended and graduated from high school in Chemawa Indian School in Salem, Oregon. Throughout the years, Audrey worked as a nanny, homemaker and seamstress. She loved to...
Joe Olguin, Jr.
Aug 21, 2020
Joe Olguin, Jr., 89, beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away at his home on Friday, August 21, 2020. Arrangements and cremation have been entrusted to O'Connor Funeral Home. Joe was born on September 12, 1930, in Egbert, Wyoming to Joe and Julia Olguin. He graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1948 and was the class valedictorian. Joe was drafted...
Mary Ruth Christiaens
Aug 21, 2020
Mary Ruth Christiaens, 62, of Cut Bank lost her battle with cancer on August 21, 2020. Cremation has taken place under the direction of O’Connor Funeral Home and a celebration of life will he held on her birthday next year. Mary was born in Shelby, MT on June 4, 1958, to Frenchie & Neva Zuehlke. She attended school in Shelby...
Roderick "Rod" William Huisman
Aug 20, 2020
Roderick “Rod” William Huisman passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2020, at the age of 61 in Great Falls, MT.A memorial service for Rod will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Vincent’s Catholic Church in Mott, ND. Burial will follow at Sunny Slope Cemetery, followed by a reception at the American Legion Park in...
Robert Anthony Gregovich
Aug 20, 2020
Robert Anthony Gregovich passed away peacefully at home on August 20, 2020. He was 90 years old. A memorial service for Robert will be planned at a later date. Bob was born to Genevieve and Anthony Gregovich in Great Falls on March 22, 1930. He lived in Tracy with his grandmother until he was nine years old. He attended school...
Muriel "Mickey" Rossberg
Aug 19, 2020
Our mom, Muriel Rossberg, was born on October 22,1925, to Eileen and George Verrill. She lived a colorful life as a young child, residing in Edmonton Canada before moving to Great Falls, Montana when she was 10.She was always busy and involved with life and returned to complete her education, acquiring her high school GED in 2001, at the age...
Walter Homer Savoy
Aug 16, 2020
Walter Homer Savoy of Fort Shaw passed away on August 16, 2020, at the age of 89. A graveside service will take place at St. Peters Mission Cemetery west of Cascade on Saturday, August 22, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. Walter was born in Great Falls, Montana, on November 5, 1930, to Arthur and Ruby (O’Neill) Savoy. He graduated from Cascade...
Carol Jean Sharon
Aug 16, 2020
Carol Jean Sharon passed away Aug 16, 2020 at her residence in Black Eagle, MT due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Carol loved to make people laugh. She had an amazing, infectious smile, and a warm heart that was always caring and loving. She will be forever missed. Carol is survived by daughter, Patricia “Pattie” Chesterfield; son, Alan Cosand; daughter-in-law,...
Julie (Spaulding) Black
Aug 15, 2020
Julie (Spaulding) Black, 72, passed away at Peace Hospice in Great Falls, Montana on Saturday, August 15, 2020. Cremation has taken place under the direction of O’Connor Funeral Home. Julie was born in Havre, Montana on April 9, 1948. She was raised in Great Falls and went to Great Falls High School. Julie worked at numerous taverns and restaurants in...
Murdo Patrick Wilson
Aug 14, 2020
Murdo Patrick Wilson passed away peacefully at Peace Hospice on August 14, 2020. He was born on September 16, 1931, at the Columbus Hospital in Great Falls, Montana to parents Donald and Nancy Wilson, Sr. Murdo was raised on the home ranch, just south of Browning on the Blackfeet Reservation. His family raised cattle, sheep and horses, including his two...
Lois Ann (Sorensen) Freeman
Aug 12, 2020
Lois Ann (Sorensen) Freeman, 89, passed away August 12, 2020, at Benefis Healthcare in Great Falls, with her loving family by her side. Lois Freeman was a loving mother, grandmother, friend, and eternal optimist. Lois was spunky, witty, and always up for an adventure. More than anything, Lois was kind and accepting of all. Lois was notorious for making anyone...
Juan King Cabrales Kuka
Aug 11, 2020
On August 11, 2020, due to a motor vehicle accident, Juan King Cabrales Kuka lost his earthly life. His soul left behind a family full of love, lifetime friends, and all the plants he nurtured. He was an intelligent young man who found love and adoration for his very special woman. He would balance his young life with those he...
