Obituaries

Jun 30, 2025

Sandra (Sandy) Lynn Chapman, 90, of Missoula Montana, passed away on Monday June 30, 2025, at her residence at Missoula Valley Senior Living.

She was born on August 8, 1934, in Spokane, Washington to Frank and Elvira Arnold. Sandy spent her childhood in Chelan, Washington where she and her brother Tom spent many a summer day swimming in the lake and...

Jul 25, 2025

Everett Alvin Leitzke, 92, passed away surrounded by family on Friday, July 25, 2025 at Community Medical Center.  

A full obituary will be posted soon.

Jul 10, 2025

Laura Jessie “Sis” Newgard Gooley, 97, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025, at Beehive Homes in Missoula, Montana. Born at home on Halloween Eve in Pablo, Montana, Sis was the youngest of ten children born to Fredrick and Josie Newgard.

Sis graduated from Pablo and Ronan public schools and later earned her Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) degree from the Missoula...

Jul 19, 2025

Cynthia Ann Yoder “Cindy,” 60, of Missoula, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at St. Patrick Hospital due to complications from heart surgery.

She was born on February 26, 1965, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Ray Reinertson and Diane Farra. Cindy moved to Missoula at the age of two and graduated from Hellgate High School in 1983. She later received an...

Jul 16, 2025

Melva Iris Campbell (nee Huseby), 89, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior, surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. Melva loved horses, her family, and most importantly, Jesus. She was generous, loving, and a missionary at heart. She was the rock and matriarch of her family and had no qualms about taking charge and laying down...

Jun 21, 2025

In Loving Memory of Jo Ann M. (Adams) Mandell

Jo Ann M. Mandell, born February 8, 1931, in Faribault, Minnesota, passed away from complications of Parkinson's on June 21, 2025, at the age of 94. Her loving family, deeply grateful for her constant presence, was forever enriched by her strength, insight, empathy, and sense of humor. Jo’s influence radiated far beyond...

Dec 20, 2024

It is difficult to sum up Dad's life in a few paragraphs, so here are more than a few. George Jr was the 7th of 9 children born to George and Theresa Thomas. He was born at St. Patrick's Hospital 1/18/1942 and he was very proud to be from Missoula Montana.

He went to grade school at Jefferson and Franklin and...

Jul 25, 2025

Robert “Bob” Pfister

He was born July 29, 1938 in Decorah, IA to Lester and Alma (Osmudson) Pfister. Bob was a scholar athlete at Decorah High School who enjoyed life. He met his soon-to-be wife, Marietta Bauder in high school where they shared a love of music and singing. Bob received his B.S. degree in Forest Management from Iowa State University...

Jul 19, 2025

Judith (Judy) Anne Sheehan Kaufman Born: January 7, 1941, in Butte, MT Passed Away: July 19, 2025 in Missoula, MT

Judy passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her husband and children. 

Judy was born to Agnes and Daniel Sheehan, proud descendants of Irish immigrants who settled in Butte. She was the beloved youngest child, with her older brother Timothy Sheehan and...

Jul 18, 2025

Sharon Ann Jacobsen, 81, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, at the Senior Renaissance Center in Deer Lodge, Mt, surrounded by the love of her family after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s.

Sharon was born on August 15, 1943, in Whitehall, Montana, to Paul and Ethel Rinehart. She grew up with a strong since of Family, Faith and resilience ---...

Jul 13, 2025

Forest Beryl Johnston Jr, 87, of Frenchtown, Montana passed away in his home on the evening of July 13, 2025 following a cardiac arrest. Beryl was born in Alabama but didn't stay long. His father’s profession and then his own took him to live in 47 of the 50 states. Montana was his last stop, and the place he called...

Jul 13, 2025

Nancy Gagner

1946 – 2025

Nancy Gagner passed away peacefully in July 2025 after a courageous 15-year battle with cancer. She was 79.

Nancy was born in Missoula, Montana, in 1946 to Fred and Erna Minster and lived in Missoula her entire life. She attended and graduated from Missoula County High School. Nancy was the youngest of five siblings and the last surviving...

Jul 10, 2025

Christina Dianne Crawford Kelly was born on October 7, 1967, in Livingston, Montana, to Dennis and Patricia Crawford. She spent her childhood and school years in Helena, Montana, graduating after completing all her K–12 schooling there. Christina then attended Northwest University in Seattle, where she met and fell in love with Bradley Kelly.

On August 23, 1987, Christina married the love...

Jul 10, 2025

Jul 4, 2025

Helen was born to LaVrna Brown and William Day in Helena, Montana. As a toddler, Helen's family moved to Bremerton, WA. Her father worked in the naval shipyards. After the war the family returned to Montana where Helen enjoyed a happy childhood with 3 sisters and 52 cousins.

In High School, Helen was an honored queen of Job's Daughters. She played...

Jul 2, 2025

Jonathan A. Hanson died at St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula on July 2, 2025, several days after being injured in a fall at the family cabin on Flathead Lake.

He is survived by Mickey Hanson, his wife of 54 years, daughters Ronee Francis of Nashville, Anne Hanson (Brad Stevens) of Missoula, and son, Andrew Hanson (Debbie Hanson) of Superior, as well...

Jul 2, 2025

Gerard “Joddy” John Hatheway, 76, of Potomac, MT, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at his beloved ranch—his dream realized and the place he loved most.

Born on January 31, 1949, in Hayward, California, Gerard was the son of Gerard and Betty Hatheway. From a young age, his mischievous spirit and sharp wit kept the nuns at All Saints...

Jul 1, 2025

Mr. Gary Raymond Howard, a dedicated healthcare professional, decorated Army veteran, and beloved family man, passed away on July 1, 2025, at his home in Missoula, Montana. He was 80 years old.

Born on August 14, 1944, in Billings, Montana, Gary spent his formative years in Billings and graduated from West High School with the class of 1962. His early interest...

Jun 29, 2025

E. Jean Fox, 76, of Missoula, Montana, passed away on June 29, 2025. A funeral mass will take place at 11:00 am on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at St. Anthony Catholic Parish with a reception to follow. A committal service will take place at 2:00 pm at New St. Mary's Cemetery off of Scott St.

Jun 29, 2025

Geraldine “Jerry” Barbara Gale, 99, of Missoula went home to Jesus on June 29, 2025, after living a very long, fearless, adventurous life and leaving a void that cannot ever be filled. She lived her life rooted in faith, devoted to Christ, and guided by the teachings of the Holy Bible. Jerry was a woman of unwavering faith and whose...