Hugo James Tureck
Oct 18, 2024
Hugo James Tureck, 86, of Coffee Creek died peacefully, surrounded by family, October 18, 2024, at the Benefis Peace Hospice in Great Falls.
Hugo grew up in Bozeman with his parents Quentin and Mae and siblings Jerome and Rita. The Montana of the 1940s and 50s fed his curiosity for history, the environment, and politics where he...
Scott N. Lukkason
Oct 17, 2024
Scott Lukkason, 68, died Thursday, October 17th, 2024, at Benefis ICU following a short illness that ended in cardiac arrest.
Viewing will take place at O’Connor Funeral Home, 2425 8th Ave. N., on Friday, October 25th, from 5:00-8:00 PM. A funeral service will be held Saturday, October 26th, 2024, at the Great Falls Church of Christ,1300 6th...
Delbert Edgar Whitsell
Oct 14, 2024
Delbert E. Whitsell, aged 84, of Great Falls, Montana, passed away on October 14, 2024. There will be no services per Delbert’s request. Cremation has taken place under the direction of O’Connor Funeral Home.
Lois Ellen Stroh
Oct 9, 2024
Lois Ellen Stroh, 92 years, of Livermore, CO, died at her granddaughter’s home in Great Falls, MT of natural causes on October 9, 2024.
She was born in Loveland, CO to Thomas Beecher and Florence Elnora (Lasswell) Wright and grew up in her hometown with a brief stay in Oregon. Lois attended Lincoln Elementary prior to World...
Catherine Ann Purcell O'Dell Novis
Oct 9, 2024
Catherine Ann Purcell O’Dell Novis, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at home on October 9, 2024, at the age of 92. Born June 14, 1932, in Dubuque, Iowa, Kitty, as she was affectionately known, was the youngest of six children born to John R. and Susan Reiter Purcell during one of the worst years of the...
Leonard Wipf
Oct 8, 2024
Leonard Wipf, born on February 17, 2008, went to live forever with the Lord on October 8, 2024. His sudden tragic accident has left us reeling with the loss of his witty humor and beautiful smile.
Leonard’s favorite pastime was working in the Forklift Shop with his dad and brothers. His fun-loving, boisterous energy never failed to...
Eleanor Luise Wigen
Oct 6, 2024
Eleanor Luise Wigen, born Eleanor Luise Schmid on July 17, 1931, in Munich, Germany, left this world on October 6, 2024.
Eleanor emigrated to the United States in the early 50’s as the young bride of an American soldier. She found work in various industries throughout the country, until she found her first true career in sales...
Michael Sean Gilligan
Oct 3, 2024
Michael Sean Gilligan was welcomed to the world on September 23, 1965, in Great Falls, Montana by his parents, Pete Gilligan and Clary Kernaghan Gilligan. Being the firstborn child and grandchild on both sides, he was immediately loved and adored by all. He shocked those that love him when he passed away of natural causes in Great Falls, on...
Rustin Floerchinger
Oct 3, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Rustin Floerchinger, who left us on October 3, 2024. Rustin was a beloved father of three beautiful girls, Kylie, Dakota, and Danika, whom he kept in his heart daily. Through all of his challenges, the love he held for them was his most talked about subject.
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Margie Jean Argabright
Sep 30, 2024
Margie Jean Argabright, 94, passed away peacefully at her home in Great Falls, Montana, on September 29, 2024. Margie is survived by sons, Vic (Linda) and Jeff (Kim) and their children, Amy and Gina, and Ryan and Jake; respectively as well as two great-grandsons, Maverick and Luca by Ryan; and daughters, Terri (Mark) and Julie (Jeff). Her husband, Perry...
Doris Gould
Sep 30, 2024
The heavens gained another angel Monday September 30,2024. Doris Gould was born February 4, 1929, to Frank and Leona (Sirucek) Siroky in Roy, Montana.
Being raised on the farm, Doris had many jobs that taught her incredible work ethic which she had throughout her life. She drove truck, picked rocks, cooked, and took care of her little...
Michael J. Guza
Sep 29, 2024
Michael J. Guza, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024, at the age of 79. Born in Great Falls, Montana, on September 4, 1945, Mike spent his life surrounded by the love of family, friends, and the rugged beauty of his home state. His legacy is one of love, dedication, and an...
Kathryn "Kathy" Joann Wade
Sep 25, 2024
Kathryn “Kat” Joann Wade, 64, of Cascade, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.
A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, October 21, 2024, at the Prewett Creek Fishing Access Site in Cascade.
Kat was born on October 21, 1959, in Wheatland, WY to James and Joann (Conyer) Wilhelm. She...
Richard "Dick" Thomas Morris
Sep 20, 2024
Richard "Dick" Morris passed away on September 20, 2024. He was surrounded by family and his beloved dogs.
He is survived by his children, Tom and Patty Morris of Great Falls and their 3 children, Kari, Greg, and Mike; Wendy and Travis of Great Falls and their children, Shala and Gage; nephew, Donnie Morris aka 2nd son...
Robert "Bob" Christo Brooks
Sep 14, 2024
Robert “Bob” Christo Brooks, 66, of Great Falls, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024.
A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at Victory Church.
Bob was born on December 17, 1957, in Anchorage, Alaska to Robert and Muriel Brooks. At the age of 14 he received...
Kyle Andrew Hart
Sep 13, 2024
Kyle Andrew Hart passed away Friday, September 13, 2024, ending his battle with colon cancer.
He was born November 12, 1989, in Aurora, Colorado. His family later moved to Evergreen, Colorado where he enjoyed playing air soft on the mountain with his friends, as well as many Boy Scout camping trips. Kyle always wanted to be a...
Frank John Smith Iii
Sep 12, 2024
Frank left us on September 12, 2024, to be reunited in Heaven with his wife, LaVerne.
A funeral liturgy will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at St. Ann’s Cathedral. Burial will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery.
Frank J. Smith III was the oldest son of Dorothy (Riley) and Frank Smith...
Kathleen N. Williams
Sep 10, 2024
Kathleen N. Williams, aged 76, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, in Great Falls, MT.
She was born on November 22, 1947, in San Diego, CA to Ramon B. and Mildred Nichols. Kathleen’s journey into nursing began in Worcester, MA, where she graduated and pursued a career in healthcare. Her compassionate nature led her to...
Robert "Rabbitt" Earl Mccullough
Sep 8, 2024
Robert Earl "Rabbitt” McCullough, age 93, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on Sunday, September 8, 2024, 3 days short of his 94th birthday.
A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at O’Connor Memorial Chapel.
He was born in Premiscot County, Missouri, where he...
Martha Elizabeth Ameline
Sep 7, 2024
Martha Elizabeth (Duncan) Ameline passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on September 7, 2024, at Billings Clinic Hospital in Billings, MT, from a stroke.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, September 13, 2024, at Hillcrest Lawn Memorial Chapel. Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2024, also at...
