Larry Albert Seitz
Aug 7, 2025
Larry Albert Seitz, 89, of Great Falls, passed away at Peace Hospice on Thursday, August 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and family.
Larry was born on June 30, 1936, in Missoula, Montana to his birth father, Albert and Eva Hochhalter. His father sadly died from pneumonia a short time before Larry’s birth. After several years of raising two children...
Carmen Ann Laverdure
Aug 5, 2025
Carmen Ann Laverdure, 73, of Great Falls, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
There are no services per her request.
Carmen was born on June 19, 1952, at Fort Belknap to John and Elizabeth (Brown) Whiteford. She grew up with eight brothers and sisters. She completed her GED. She worked for 20 years at Sailboat Bingo Hall as a Bingo attendant...
Sandra Jean Bearchum
Jul 30, 2025
Sandra Bearchum-Allen, 73, of Great Falls, Montana, passed away on July 30, 2025.
Born October 5, 1951, in Soap Lake, Washington, Sandra grew up across Colorado, Montana, and Idaho-places that helped shape her independent spirit and deep connection to both people and land. She was a graduate of Kellogg High School in Kellogg, Idaho, Class of 1970. She later earned two...
Shawn Casey McGrath
Jul 27, 2025
Shawn Casey McGrath, born on June 8, 1967, in Bellflower, California, died of natural causes on July 27, 2025.
He was the fourth child and only son born to Ronald McGrath and Irena (Boilek) Keller. His mother and father were so proud upon bringing home their precious son, who even at that time possessed a thick head of golden blond hair,...
Edwin L. Torres III
Jul 22, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Edwin L. Torres III, who departed this life on July 22, 2025, at the age of 36. He was a beloved husband, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend.
Edwin was a man of strong passions, quick wit, and a heart that didn’t always wear itself on his sleeve—but it was there. A lifelong lover...
Alexander "Joe" Joseph Filipowicz
Jul 19, 2025
On July 19th, Alex "Joe" Filipowicz, 72, passed away peacefully at Peace Hospice of Great Falls, surrounded by family and friends. A celebration of life will be planned for a later date.
Alex was born on February 4, 1953, in Great Falls, Montana, to Stella and Alex Filipowicz, the fourth of eight children. He attended Our Lady of Lourdes and graduated...
Angela Pierina Clouner
Jul 18, 2025
Mom went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 18, 2025. She was 91 years old. Per her request there will be no services. She wrote her own obituary below.
I was born on March 2, 1934, in Great Falls, Montana to Irma and Paul Squellati. I went to McKinley Elementary, Paris Gibson Junior High, and Great Falls High School...
Andrew Paliga
Jul 18, 2025
Andrew Paliga, 100, of Great Falls, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025.
He was born on January 9, 1925, in Stockett, Montana to John and Julian Paliga. He joined the Army Air Corps on May 26, 1943. He was stationed in China during WW II until he returned stateside and was honorably discharged on May 13, 1946, in Fort Lewis,...
James "Jim" Samuel Freeman
Jul 15, 2025
James Samuel Freeman, 78, of Great Falls, Montana, passed away on July 15, 2025.
Jim was born on June 7, 1947, in Bozeman, Montana. He attended grade school in Bozeman before moving to Great Falls and graduated from Great Falls High School in 1965. Pursuing his passion for the outdoors, he earned Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Fish and Wildlife Management...
Elsie Amabile Miranti
Jul 12, 2025
Family and friends mourn the passing of Elsie Amabile (Rossi) Miranti on July 12, 2025, after a fall last winter cascaded into a series of health complications.
Born on May 2, 1938, Elsie was the first of three daughters of Caesar and Maria (Ruggeri) Rossi, who emigrated from Italy to Great Falls in 1937. Her father worked in the Belt coal...
Paul Douglas O'Brien Sr.
Jul 11, 2025
Paul Douglas O’Brien Sr., 69, of Great Falls, Montana, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025, just eight months after the loss of his beloved wife, Ann.
Paul was born on December 20, 1955, in Lockport, New York. A proud veteran, Paul served 20 years in the United States Air Force, retiring as a Tech Sergeant. His military career included roles...
Caitlin Ruth Fox
Jul 3, 2025
Caitlin Ruth Fox, 37, of Great Falls, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025, succumbing to the injuries from a fall at her home. She is now in the arms of her loving Savior.
Caitlin was born on April 18, 1988, in Great Falls to Barry and Sherry (Lacey) Gallagher. She was a graduate from Charles M. Russell High School. She...
George "Bill" William Campbell Jr.
Jun 29, 2025
George “Bill” William Campbell Jr., passed away peacefully in his home in Great Falls, Montana on June 29, 2025, with his family by his side.
He was born in Jacksonville, Florida, on February 14, 1946. Bill is survived by his best friend since high school and loving wife of nearly 55 years, Kathryn “Kate” Lampkin Campbell; son, Jeff (Tara) Campbell; daughter,...
Ryan Paul Dusko
Jun 28, 2025
Ryan Paul Dusko, age 49, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025, after a long illness.
Ryan was born on March 5, 1976, to Kenneth and Beverley Dusko in Great Falls. He attended school in Great Falls, graduating from Great Falls High in 1994. After high school, he began an apprenticeship program and worked for various employers in the plumbing industry...
William "Bill" Henry Schoenen
Jun 25, 2025
William "Bill" Henry Schoenen Jr., 88, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025.
He was a loving husband to Clara Schoenen who passed away in 2000. Loving father of 4 children, James Schoenen, Peter Schoenen, Sandra Schoenen, and Billie Daniels; 11 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters, Wilma Hardeburgh and Dianne Altenburg; and brother, Ted Schoenen.
A...
Purl "George" and Myrtle Pence
2025
Obituary for Purl George Pence
He was born March 21, 1933, in Maryville, Missouri. The youngest of three children born to Charles Enos and Lela Hazel Pence. George was preceded in death by his wife, Myrtle; mother and father; brothers, Floyd and Charles Pence; and son, Michael Alan Pence. He is survived by his daughters, Sharron Saidi of Escondido, CA, Patricia...
Patricia "Patty" Ellen Fry
Jun 20, 2025
Patricia “Patty” Fry, 63, passed away on June 20, 2025, at Benefis Peace Hospice in Great Falls, Montana.
Patty was born on August 25, 1961, in Lewistown, Montana, as the sixth of seven children of Philip K. Fry and Patricia (Cauley) Fry. She spent her childhood moving between Montana and Washington and graduated from Governor John R. Rogers High School in...
Eileen May Pertrini Curdy
Jun 18, 2025
Eileen passed peacefully while being well cared for by the staff of Renaissance House and Peace Hospice. Eileen was born on May 10, 1930, to Orlando and Mary Petrini in Great Falls. She grew up in the family home in Black Eagle, which her father built after immigrating from Lucca area of Italy.
Eileen lived a long, full life! From being...
Billie Carroll Treat
Jun 16, 2025
Billie Carroll (Miller) Treat, 94, of Great Falls, Montana passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025.
Billie met the love of her life in 1948 at 17 years old. They had a beautiful, loving marriage for 50 years until Gordon passed away in 1998. She was the youngest of 9 siblings all born in Lamesa, Texas.
Everyone loved Billie’s sweet and friendly...
Anna "Louise" Lang
Jun 15, 2025
Anna “Louise” Lang, age 98, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of June 15, 2025.
She was born on June 12, 1927, to Helen Youngstrom and Claire Hood in Sidney, MT. From that day on she was known to everyone as Louise. Louise grew up in Sidney and through her younger brother Bob, she met James Lang while visiting...
