Obituaries

Feb 13, 2025

Leighton “Wes” John Westereng Jr, 89, of Great Falls, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025.

Wes was born on September 8, 1935, to Leighton Sr and Margaret (Rudsenske) Westereng in Morris, Minnesota. He joined the US Army after completing high school during the Korean War. After leaving the Army he went to work in the transportation...

Feb 11, 2025

Darrel Lynn Cook, 87, of Great Falls, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Redeemer Lutheran Church.

Darrel was born February 7, 1938, in Chinook, Montana to Ruth Richardson. He was adopted by Howard Cook when he married Ruth. He went to school in Chinook and after graduation...

Feb 8, 2025

Our beloved GGB, Barbara Joanne Meek, 92, of Great Falls, passed away February 8, 2025. The family will announce a celebration of life to be held at a later date.

Barbara was born February 2, 1933 in Lewistown to Arthur Daugherty and Mary Norton. At age 5 she moved to Great Falls and attended Ursuline Academy, where...

Feb 7, 2025

Patrick Allen Berryhill, 72, of Great Falls, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025.

Feb 5, 2025

Onnolee Maureen (Kellegher) Murray, aged 86, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025, in Fairfield, MT. She was born on July 21, 1938, in Anaconda, MT, to Elizabeth and Patrick Kellegher.

On July 24, 1960, Onnolee married the love of her life, Donald Murray, and together they built a strong, loving family. She is survived by their...

Feb 5, 2025

Terry Lee Woodson, age 77, of Fairfield, Montana passed away on February 05, 2025, after a sudden illness.

Terry was born in 1947 to William A. Woodson and Ruth A. Woodson in St. Louis, MO. Having grown up in Azusa, California, Terry graduated from Azusa High School in 1965, and he subsequently went on to work for...

Feb 5, 2025

Charles Roy Cummings, affectionately known as "Papa Chuck," passed away on February 5 at the age of 94. Chuck was born in Great Falls on June 27, 1930, to George Marshall and Ruth (Donner) Cummings.

Chuck served in the United States Marine Corps from 1948 to 1952. After serving our country, he returned to Great Falls where...

Feb 3, 2025

Richard Kelcie Wright, 60, of Great Falls, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025. Cremation has taken place at O’Connor Funeral Home. There are no services that are being planned.

He was born on April 24, 1964, in Dyersburg, Tennessee to Vernon and Betty (Schorberg) Wright. He worked as the Maintenance Supervisor at Fast Car Wash.

Jan 31, 2025

Carol Marie Salway-Henderson passed away on January 31, 2025. A celebration of her life will be held in Spring 2025.

She was born November 3, 1955, in Browning to Sullivan Hameline and Hildegard “Tiny” Henriksen. Carol attended schools in Browning, and Cut Bank, and received her associate degree in business administration at Blackfeet Community College. She worked...

Jan 31, 2025

Gregory Sloop, MD passed away at home on January 31, 2025, at the age of 62.

Gregory was a highly respected pathologist, researcher, and author. He was also an active member of First Alliance Church in Great Falls.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at First Alliance...

Jan 30, 2025

David Bruce Hall 79, passed away on January 30, 2025, at home in Bozeman, MT.  He was surrounded by his loved ones, just the way he wanted it to be. Dave was born in Great Falls, MT on November 30, 1945, five minutes before his twin brother, Dick Hall. A longtime resident of Great Falls, Dave graduated from Great...

Jan 29, 2025

August “Gus” Wayne Herford, 87, of Great Falls, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Gus was born on November 2, 1937, to Gus and Alobee (Smith) Herford in Conroe, Texas. He had two siblings, James and Buford. After completing high school, Gus joined the US Air Force and continued his education at...

Jan 27, 2025

Kelsey Hope Kincade passed away on January 27, 2025, at the age of 34. Kelsey was born in Great Falls on October 11, 1990, to Thomas and Debbie Kincade.

Kelsey was a graduate of CMR High School. She found immense joy in traveling with her family, reading, and crocheting. Kelsey also loved watching cooking shows and indulging...

Jan 26, 2025

Kim Denise Stiner was born on September 21, 1956, in Alameda, California, to Dale and Colleen Pikaart, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, in Great Falls, Montana. Her life was a tapestry of love and dedication to her family and friends.

Kim is survived by her loving family, brother, Jon Martin “Marty” Pikaart; sisters, Kerri Ramos...

Jan 25, 2025

Barbara J. “Barb” Wilson passed away on January 25, 2025. She was 92.

Barbara was born on May 18,1932, to George and Vera Spomer. She had one sister, Rochelle “Shelley”. She married William R. “Bill” Wilson in 1951. They were married 69 years.

She was preceded in death by her son, Robert “Mike” and husband,...

Jan 24, 2025

Christine Ann Aleksinski, 74, of Great Falls, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025.

Christine was born on April 4, 1950, in Great Falls, Montana to Frank and Barbara (Basiewiecz) Aleksinski. She graduated from Central Catholic High School, before completing three years of college. She attended college at both the College of Great Falls and the University...

Jan 20, 2025

Andrea M. Dandro, born Andrea M. Lemon in December 1946, passed away in January 2025, leaving behind a legacy of determination, strength, and devotion to her family and career.

Andrea built a successful career with the State of Montana, where her sharp mind and unmatched work ethic set a high standard. Even in retirement, her expertise was...

Jan 19, 2025

Richard George Hurd, loving husband, father and grandfather lost his life on January 19, 2025, in Great Falls, Montana after his long battle with COPD.

He was born on March 8, 1951, to Donald and Catherine Hurd in Salem, Oregon. Richard was later joined by his brother Bruce, his only sibling. The family made their way to...

Jan 14, 2025

Hugh John Wilkins was born on January 31, 1938, in Great Falls, Montana to Hugh and Ann (Pepos) Wilkins.

He spent his summers on the ranch of his beloved Slavic grandmother who spoke almost no English. He told of how they communicated without speaking a word. It was there he discovered his love for machinery that would...

Jan 11, 2025

Frances “Fran” Eleanor (Periman, Mardis) Lavoie passed away on January 11, 2025, at the age of 90.

She was born to Lawrence and Alma Periman in Deer Lodge, Montana where she grew up with her older brother George. Fran worked at Columbus Hospital as a dietary aide for many years. She was known lovingly as the purple...