Obituaries
Patricia Burke
May 22, 2025
Patricia M. "Pattie" Burke passed away peacefully at the age of 73 in her own home. She will be greatly missed.
She was born in Waterloo/Cedar Falls, in Iowa. She is survived by her sister Sandra K Fulcher, Daughter Christine L Burke, Granddaughter Rachael L Burke, and Great Granddaughter Aura L Bush.
She worked for Bitterroot Property Management for 20+ years. She...
Gerald Daniels
May 20, 2025
Gerald Daniels, 93, of Kalispell passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at the Immanuel Living Retreat in Kalispell. A burial with Military Honors will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 29, 2025 at the Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery in Missoula. Online condolences may be left at gardencityfh.com.
Gerald William Daniels, son of Arthur and Dorothy (Williams) Daniels, was born...
Rose Tabor
May 13, 2025
Rose Marie Tabor, 97, of Missoula, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at St. Patrick Hospital of natural causes according to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ's, plan.
She was born on April 25, 1928, in Sauk City, Wisconsin, to Herman and Cordella Pings. She was the oldest of their three daughters. The younger girls admired their big sister, "Rosie,"...
John Garton
May 16, 2025
John Howard Garton, 76 passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025 in Missoula, Montana, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born on March 10, 1949, in Los Angeles, California, John lived a life full of passion, curiosity, and kindness.
John is survived by his beloved daughters, Tamara McDermott (TJ) and Shannon Garton; his cherished grandchildren, Tammy and Matthew McDermott, and...
Kent Woolington
May 15, 2025
Kent F. Woolington, born October 29, 1948, left us on Thursday, May 15, 2025 in Missoula Montana. He was surrounded by family and loved ones.
Who was Kent Woolington? He was an Eagle Scout, Soldier, Woodsman, Logger, Truckdriver, Welder, Carpenter, Electrician, Mechanic, Cook, the list can go on and on. It was a universal fact that everyone who knew our Dad...
John Swanson
Apr 13, 2025
John Erick Swanson was born April 24, 1953, in Missoula, MT, to Gordon E. Swanson and Ina M. Swanson. Our beloved brother and uncle, John, passed at age 71 on April 13, 2025, in Missoula. John attended Emma Dickinson and Lewis & Clark Grade Schools and graduated from Sentinel High School in 1971.
John began a long career in 1974 at...
Marvin Rehbein
May 13, 2025
Marvin Alfred Rehbein, 89, passed away in the early hours of Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at St. Patrick Hospital, due to complications from Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).
Marvin was born May 11, 1936, in the Township of Centerville - now known as Lino Lakes, MN - to Elsie (Stolp) and Louis Rehbein. He was the third of seven children, and the son...
Robert DoBell
May 20, 2025
Robert D. DoBell, Ed.D. September 16, 1976 – May 20, 2025
Dr. Robert D. DoBell passed away peacefully at home in Bonner, Montana, on May 20, 2025 after a long battle with Philadelphia Positive Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Cancer or (PH+ALL). He was 48 years old.
Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on September 16, 1976, Robert lived a life guided by service, education,...
Valorie Johnston
May 17, 2025
Valorie Johnston, 91, of Libby passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 at Edgewood Vista in Missoula. Arrangements are under the care of Garden City Funeral Home.
Valorie is survived by her children, TJ Hyde; Bill (Dori) Johnston; Doug (Karyn) Johnston; two grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; four great grandchildren; two step-great grandchildren; companion, Ron Garcia; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Valorie was preceded...
Maybell Burnett
May 14, 2025
Maybell Burnett, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025, in Missoula, Montana, at the age of 96.
Born on May 2, 1929, in Lucas, Kansas, Maybell was the youngest of four children born to Clarence and Jennie Casper. She grew up alongside her siblings—Ray, Floyd, and Vera—in the heartland, where strong values and a deep appreciation...
Anna Peckham
May 13, 2025
Anna Elhard (formerly Anna Peckham)
July 24, 1932 - May 13, 2025
Anna Elhard, also known as Anna Peckham, was born Anna Wutzke on July 24, 1932, in Carson, North Dakota. She spent her early years on the family farm, where she developed a lifelong love of hard work and family.
As a young adult, Anna moved to Jamestown, North Dakota, where she...
Cletta May Pickens
May 9, 2025
Cletta May Pickens passed away at her home on May 9th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was swept away on the wings of a hummingbird on her way to heaven.
Mom was born on August 25, 1942, in Whitehall, MT to Walter and Carnolia Redman. When she arrived into this world, even the doctor and his wife wanted to...
Gayle Stacken
May 8, 2025
Gayle Stacken, 67, of Missoula passed away Thursday, May 8, 2025 at St. Patrick Hospital. A memorial gathering will be held at a later date and interment will be in the Missoula City Cemetery. Online condolences may be left at gardencityfh.com.
Gayle Marie Stacken, daughter of Lyle and Dorothy (Burwald) Babcock, was born August 1, 1957 in Miles City, Montana. They...
Misty Towsley
May 5, 2025
Melissa “Misty” Ann Towsley
Misty Ann Towsley, 54, of Missoula, unexpectedly passed away on Monday, May 5th, 2025, at St. Patrick Hospital.
Misty was born on June 24, 1970, in Missoula. She grew up on the family ranch in Rock Creek, attending Clinton Elementary School, then graduating from Hellgate High School in 1987. She went on to graduate from the University of...
Kyle Sharbono
May 3, 2025
Kyle Sharbono was born on July 16, 2002, to Roger and Sally Sharbono. From the very beginning, he brought immense joy and light into their lives, reflecting the deep love and happiness with which he was surrounded. He could not have been blessed with a more loving and devoted family.
Kyle adored his parents—they were his whole world. His mother’s love...
Marvin "Tyke" Paulson
May 2, 2025
Marvin (Tyke) Paulson, 61, of Missoula passed away on Friday May 2, 2025, at Community Medical Center, from a heart attack.
He was born December 24, 1963 to Marvin B. and Ramona R. Paulson, in Fairview Montana. As a child he lived with his two brothers and Mom in Sidney Montana. He attended Sidney Public Schools and made many lifelong friendships.
On...
Barbara M. LaJune
Apr 30, 2025
Barbara M. LaJune, 92, passed away on April 30, 2025 at the Springs at Missoula. Garden City Funeral Home is honored to assist her family.
John Bryan
Apr 30, 2025
John Allen Bryan, 67, of Missoula took his own life on April 30, 2025.
He was born on September 3, 1957 in Missoula, to Ralph and Anne Bryan. He attended Franklin Elementary School and Hellgate High School. He proudly served in the Marine Corps from 1976 to 1979. Upon returning to Missoula he began working in the shop for 4G PLUMBING...
Dale Gelvin
Apr 29, 2025
Dale Robert Gelvin, 83 of Missoula, MT passed away in his sleep on Tuesday, April 30, 2025.
Dale was born in Melrose, MN to Grant and Alma Gelvin. Dale had two younger brothers, Duane and Neil. He grew up in North Dakota where his family were wheat farmers. He later attended College in both Minot and Wahpeton but decided that college...
Judith "Judy" Harvey
Apr 28, 2025
Judith Ann (Balliet) Harvey, age 81, peacefully passed away on April 28th, 2025 in Missoula. Her memorial service will be held Friday, May 16, 2025 at 1:00pm at Garden City Funeral Home.
Judy was born on May 14, 1943 in Worland, Wyoming, to Franklin Jay Balliet and Claire (Bosserman) Balliet. The family moved to Missoula when Judy was in 6th grade....
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