Obituaries

Feb 2, 2025

Annette Wallace Gardiner, age 97, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at St. Patrick's Hospital in Missoula, Mont. 

She was born on June 11, 1927, in Anna, Ill., to Robert and Florence Marie (Hilton) Wallace. She was a 1945 graduate of Cobden, Illinois High School, home of the "Appleknockers," and in 1942 Annette was selected as the Cobden Peach...

Feb 1, 2025

Ivan Nelson, 87, of Missoula passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025 at The Springs at Missoula. A graveside service with Military Honors will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 7, 2025 in the Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery. Online condolences may be left at gardencityfh.com.

Ivan Thees Nelson, son of Ivan and Clara (Maiden Name) Nelson, was born February 14,...

Jan 31, 2025

Jacqueline Jean Kindred (aka Jackie, Jackson, Hubbard, Hub, Grandma, Grandma Jackie, Grackie), the undisputed Queen of Blaine Street and collector of more chicken related decor than anyone should legally own, finally succumbed to a plethora of medical issues at age 81, not 82 as she insisted, January 31, 2025.

Known for her cooking, baking, and endless pursuit of the next best...

Jan 30, 2025

JaNiece LaShell Joosten age 31Yrs., From Denver, Co. passed away to be with our Heavenly Father, in Missoula, MT. on Jan. 30th, 2025. She was born April 16th, 1993 in Denver, CO. to Valencia Joosten and Jerome Sears. She and her family shortly moved to LasVegas, NV. where she attended and graduated from Bonanza High School. After Graduation she had...

Jan 28, 2025

Barbara Jean Hartigan, 96

Barbara Jean Hartigan passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025, at The Springs Living Community in Missoula, Montana.

 Barbara was born October 11, 1928, to Alvin A Tharp and Elsie B (Huffman) Tharp in Leo, Indiana. She grew up in Leo and married Richard C Hartigan on March 19, 1949, sharing more than 60 years together. He preceded...

Jan 28, 2025

William Levi McGuire William L. McGuire (89), a long time Missoula resident, died in his home January 28, 2025, with family attending. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 2, at the Fort Missoula Post Cemetery. A reception will follow.

Born in 1935 in Alberton, Montana, William was the youngest of five children of James Francis and Mary...

Jan 28, 2025

Darren Shon Branning, born on July 16, 1964, to Mary Lynn and Noel Branning, passed away leaving behind cherished memories of his vibrant spirit and storytelling nature. As the second of three children, Darren embraced his role as the dreamer and storyteller of the family, captivating those around him with tales of adventure and an uncanny ability to connect deeply...

Jan 26, 2025

Randall (Randy) Beckner, of Missoula, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, at Providence Hospital. He was 72 years old.

He was born August 25, 1952, in Las Vegas, NM, to Clayton and Margie Beckner, the second of five boys. His lifelong passion for the ocean was informed by a childhood spent fishing and playing in the waves at various naval...

Jan 25, 2025

Patrick Gerald Cobban, 70, passed away on January 25, 2025, in Missoula, Montana. He was born on March 17, 1954, in Culbertson, Montana, the seventh child of Gerald and Blanche Cobban, farmers in eastern Montana.

Patrick's life was one of extraordinary challenges and even greater triumphs. At birth, he was diagnosed with severe cerebral palsy. In an era when understanding of...

Jan 25, 2025

It is with a deep sense of loss that we announce the death of Jim Pennington, age 82,who died of natural causes in Missoula, Montana.

 Jim is survived by his wife, Sharon Peiffer Pennington (Missoula), sister RuthCulham (Beaverton, Oregon), daughter Kathleen Pennington (Boise, Idaho), son Christoper Pennington (Reno, Nevada), and five grandchildren. David Pennington, Jim’s son, predeceased him in death.

 Upon graduating...

Jan 25, 2025

Carolyn Sue Butler Anderson, 87, died peacefully from natural causes on January 25, 2025, in Missoula, MT. She was born to R.C. Butler and Winifred Butler on February 24, 1937, in Gassaway, WV. She spent her early years making many precious memories on a family farm near Sutton, West Virginia.

Carolyn attended West Virginia University where she met her future husband,...

Jan 22, 2025

Richard "Dick" Malvin Roske 

Dick Roske passed away at home with his loved ones by his side on January 22, 2025, at the age of 79. Dick was born in Billings, Montana, on July 18, 1945, to Malven and Ruby Roske. 

Dick attended Bonner Elementary School and Missoula County Public Schools. He was a member of the chess club, participated in trampoline...

Jan 20, 2025

Anthony Douglas Bessette (AKA) Tony, was born on April 21st, 1990 in Missoula, MT to Rebecca Bessette. He passed away unexpectedly on January 20th, 2025, in Butte, MT. He was 34 years old. 

 Anthony currently was working in the carpentry field in Dillon, MT and helping on weekends with his uncle Doug, doing drywall. Anthony never finished high school but went...

Jan 17, 2025

Pamela Dorene Ross Crary of Superior, Montana passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 17, 2025. She was 73.

Pamela was born in Umatilla County, Oregon in 1951 to Alexander and Joyce McKenna Ross. She attended Centralia College and earned a degree in civil engineering. She was a loving mother and enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, reading and her precious cats...

Jan 16, 2025

Jan 14, 2025

Bonnie Johnson, a beacon of love and resilience, was born on April 8, 1949, in the town of Moscow, Idaho. She passed away on January 14, 2025, in Turah, Montana, with her beloved husband and daughter at her side, taking her final breaths surrounded by the warmth of family.

From the very beginning, Bonnie’s mission in life was abundantly clear: to...

Jan 14, 2025

Mikhail Lenchuk, 36, of Missoula passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at Garden City Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Missoula City Cemetery. Online condolences may be left at gardencityfh.com.

Mikhail Vladimirovich, son of Vladimir and Vera (Krupkevich) Lenchuk, was born November 11, 1988 in Olshany,...

Jan 12, 2025

John William Helms, 77, of Missoula passed peacefully at home, with his dog by his side, on Sunday, January 12th of natural causes.

John was born May 3rd, 1947, in Missoula to Helen and Earl Helms. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister Judy. As a young boy, he attended Washington Grade School, and graduated from Missoula County...

Jan 10, 2025

Charles Anthony Bassett, aged 70, passed away on January 10th, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, friend, volunteer, co-worker, and neighbor. 

Chuck was born on March 25th, 1954, in Chicago, Illinois and grew up in the Humboldt Park neighborhood. He graduated from Lane Tech High School and the University of Illinois at Chicago. 

Architecture was his passion, profession, and expertise. He...

Jan 9, 2025