Obituaries

Oct 6, 2025

Violet “Vi” Zachariasen, 95, passed away peacefully of natural causes on October 6, 2025, in Missoula, Montana, surrounded by family and love.

Vi was born on January 14, 1930, in Hazen, North Dakota, to Henry and Martha Loewen. She grew up in a lively household as one of thirteen children and graduated from Missoula County High School.

In 1949, she married the...

Oct 3, 2025

Cash Taylor Sgromolo, 6 days old, passed away in the arms of his loved ones on October 3rd, 2025.

Cash was born on September 27th, 2025, to Alex and Merrill Sgromolo. Despite his short time in this world, he was loved beyond words and brought immeasurable joy to his family. Our family is forever changed and forever grateful to have spent...

Oct 2, 2025

Mary Louise Haemker, affectionately known as Mary Lou, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025, at the age of 98. She was born on February 21, 1927, in Arlington Heights, Illinois, where she later met the love of her life, Clifford Haemker. Mary Lou and Clifford were married for 66 wonderful years before his passing in 2013. Together, they began...

Oct 1, 2025

Mari Gallagher Bender, 71, of Missoula, died in the early morning of October 1, 2025 due to complications from her cancer treatment. She passed peacefully in her home surrounded by her family, as was her wish.

Mari was born to Edward and Helen (Grubich) Gallagher on May 4, 1954, in the small, bustling town of Anaconda, Montana. She was raised with...

Sep 29, 2025

Suk Har “Amelia” Ming 

September 2, 1948 – September 29, 2025

Suk Har “Amelia” Ming of Missoula passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, at Hope Hospice Center, following complications from lymphoma. A true fighter, Amelia courageously overcame both colon and breast cancer during her lifetime.

Born on September 2, 1948, in Hoi Ping, Canton, China, to Cheung Sim and Choi Sin, Amelia...

Sep 28, 2025

Sep 26, 2025

Kristopher “Kris” Lawley, 18, left this world far too soon on September 26, 2025. He was born on November 3, 2006, in Missoula, Montana, and from the start he brought light, laughter, and joy to everyone who knew him.

Kris attended Stevensville High School but completed his senior year and graduated from Big Sky High School in June 2025 and was...

Sep 25, 2025

Mert Leroy Leese, 82, formerly of Lolo, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025, at The Springs Missoula Footsteps Residence.

Mert was born on March 5, 1943, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Leonard and Ferol Leese. His early years were spent in Idaho until the family relocated to the Bitterroot Valley in Montana—first to Corvallis in 1949, and later to Stevensville...

Sep 25, 2025

Maxine Vink (Brillhart-Johnson), 81, of Missoula passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025 at her son’s home surrounded by family. A memorial gathering will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be left at gardencityfh.com.

Maxine Kay Vink, daughter of Ross and Irene (Clapper) Brillhart, was born February 13, 1944 in Orville, Ohio. The family moved to Lolo when Maxine...

Sep 25, 2025

James Larry Baylor was known as Jim or Jimmy to his friends, families, and neighbors. He was born November 8th, 1948, to Floyd E. Baylor and Helen M. Baylor (Shepherd) at St. Ignatius hospital in Montana. He was the youngest boy of the 9 children of Floyd and Helen brought into the world. Jim passed away on the morning of...

Sep 24, 2025

We are sad to announce that Devon Samuel Dingmann at the age of 39 Passed away on September 24, 2025. Born July 5 1986 in Missoula MT. by His Parents Roger “Ty” and Deborah Dingmann sibling to Dustin and Christine Dingmann. He is survived by his Wife Rebecca Dingmann and 4 children Brianna, Joshua, Kaleb and Ila Dingmann.

Devon was a...

Sep 24, 2025

Sep 23, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Devin, age 31, who left us unexpectedly on September 23, 2025, in Missoula, Montana. Devin was a shining light to all who knew him, his brilliance and kindness leaving an unforgettable mark on the world and the people who loved him.

Devin was born to his devoted mother, Renee, and...

Sep 22, 2025

Dorothy Christina Manthie, 98, of Missoula, passed away on September 22, 2025, at The Village Health & Rehab Center of natural causes.

She was born on December 25, 1926, in Stevensville, Montana to Edward & Ruth Pearson. In 1944, she married Merrill (Bill) Manthie. They lived in Missoula where they raised two children, Darlene and Wayne.

She worked for the State of...

Sep 22, 2025

John Dudik III

March 10, 1943 – September 22, 2025

Born in Cleveland, Ohio — Passed away in Missoula, Montana

It is with great love and sadness that the family of John Dudik III announces his passing. Born on March 10, 1943, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Pauline (Sakosky) Dudik and John Dudik II, John built a life rooted in family, community, and the...

Sep 20, 2025

Sep 20, 2025

John Paul Malikie, 84, of Missoula, Montana passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 20, 2025, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

He was born in Chicago, Illinois, to Walter and Marie (Klonder) Malikie on October 16, 1940. As a young boy, John attended Saint Wenceslaus Catholic Grade School. During that time, he contracted tuberculosis from his mother and...

Sep 20, 2025

Gabriella “Gabby” Olson, age 16, of Missoula, MT, died peacefully on September 20, 2025, surrounded by family, soft blankets, and a pile of Thomas the Tank Engine toys from her late little brother, Alex.



To a passerby, the tubes, pumps, and monitors around Gabby for many years might have suggested she experienced less of life. But those who knew her knew...

Sep 20, 2025

Jenny Ann Black was born August 7, 1960 in Malta MT. Her first years were as a happy growing baby but unfortunately that soon changed. Jenny was found to have severe disabilities that kept her mental and physical abilities from progressing beyond a very young child. She was placed where her 24/7 needs were able to be addressed. In 2004, she found her home...

Sep 19, 2025

James Patrick (Pat) Corrick was born in Missoula on May 9, 1966 and passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on September 19, 2025, following a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Pat was born to Ernie and Barbara (Kelley) Corrick, and was the younger brother of Steve Corrick and Tom Corrick.

Pat was a bundle of energy from the...