Obituaries

Kalee Ann Lingle

Kalee Ann Lingle

Sep 30, 2026

Kalee Ann Lingle, 60, of Missoula, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2026.

Born on February 28, 1966, in Houston, Texas, to James David Holmes and Barbara Charlene Dougherty Holmes, Kalee lived a life marked by joy, strength, and a deep love for serving others. Her family was always her number one priority. She gave so much of herself to the people...

Frederick Carlton Cuddeback

Frederick Carlton Cuddeback

Sep 28, 2026

Fred Cuddeback, born April 8, 1957, passed away September 28th 2026 surrounded by the love and memories of family and friends. He lived a life defined by hard work, a deep love for the outdoors, and unwavering devotion to those he loved.

Born to Glen and Betty Cuddeback, Fred was born and raised in Portland, Oregon. From an early age, he...

Bill Clair Sager

Bill Clair Sager

Sep 27, 2026

Bill C. Sager, age 77, of Lolo, Montana passed away Sunday night September 27, at his home on Mount Lolo near Lolo, Montana with his two canine companions Jake and Cooper by his side.

Born April 25, 1949, in Bozeman, Montana as the second son of H.B. Sager and Clara Mae Cloninger Sager. He grew up and attended elementary and high...

Bruce P Budge

Bruce P Budge

Sep 27, 2026

Bruce Budge passed away in the early morning of September 27. He was 96. He is survived by his wife of 74 years, Eleanor. Together they had three sons, Bruce, David and Kevin, 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Bruce was especially known and loved for his wit, intelligence and devotion to family. He was a descendant on both sides...

Jason William Two Two

Jason William Two Two

Sep 25, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of Jason William Two-Two, age 48, passed away Friday, September 25th 2026, at St. Pats hospital in Missoula, Montana.

He was born on April 5th, 1978, in Billings, Montana, son of Connie Vogel and John Two-Two.

Jason attended Belgrade Public Elementary School and Bozeman High School. He enjoyed snowboarding at Bridger...

Joseph Smith

Joseph Smith

Sep 25, 2026

Joseph Stevin Smith of Missoula passed away gently and quietly on September 25, 2026 at the age of 62. He entered into rest at his home after a courageous battle with heart failure.

Joe was born in Great Falls, MT to the late Barbara J. (Cottrell) Smith and the late Raymond W. Smith on May 28, 1964. He was the youngest...

Beverly Jean Willison

Beverly Jean Willison

Sep 24, 2026

Beverly Jean Willison, fondly known as BJ, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2026 at the age of 84, her family was by her side.She is survived by her son Vern "VK" Willison; grandchildren Hollie, Amanda, Gharrett, and Karl and their families; her siblings Roger Bieber and Shirley Tipp.She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Alfred...

Vickie Wilson

Vickie Wilson

Sep 24, 2026

Vickie Joy Wilson

February 6, 1957 – September 24, 2026

Vickie Joy Wilson was born in Helena, Montana, on February 6, 1957, to Gladys and Woodruff “Buck” Wilson. She was raised on the family farm in the Helena Valley, beneath the wide Montana sky and surrounded by the sights, sounds, and rhythms of farm life and as a young girl she raised...

Harry Allen Haines

Harry Allen Haines

Sep 22, 2026

Harry Allen Haines, 87, quietly passed from this world to the next with his family at his side September 22, 2026 at St Patrick Hospital. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, November 6, 2026 at Garden City Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, if desired memorials may be made to the Missoula Symphony and Chorale.

Harry was...

Mary W Meng

Mary W Meng

Sep 22, 2026

Mary Meng: August 16,1924- September 22, 2026

Mary Meng (age102) was born on the family farm in rural Illinois to Margaret and Frank Wood near Greenfield, IL in 1924. She was the youngest of five children and thought nothing about the inconvenience of no running water or electricity until the Rural Electrification Act of 1936. Her oldest brother wired the farmhouse...

Lowell Hanson

Lowell Hanson

Sep 22, 2026

Lowell Albert Hanson, 89, of Missoula, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, of natural causes.

Lowell was born on June 4, 1937, in Mahnomen, MN, to Albert and Norma Hanson. He graduated high school at the Northwest School of Agriculture in Crookston, MN, in 1955, where he enjoyed being on the wrestling and football teams. He then graduated from Concordia...

Stephanie Michelle Henman

Stephanie Michelle Henman

Sep 21, 2026

In Loving Memory of

Stephanie Michelle Henman

August 2, 1966 – September 21, 2026

Stephanie Michelle Henman, born Stephanie Michelle Morris, was born on August 2, 1966, in Santa Clara, California. Her childhood was chaotic, adventurous, and full of movement. She traveled across the United States with her father, experiencing places, people, and cultures that many children never had the opportunity to see....

Mary Ellen Cote

Mary Ellen Cote

Sep 20, 2026

Mary Ellen Cote, 76, passed away Sat. Sept. 19, 2026 after a long illness. 

She was born in Missoula, MT. Jan. 5, 1950 and attended Sacred Heart Academy. Further education included a Bachelor of Arts with Honors and a Masters in Education , both from the University of Montana. 

She taught Special Ed at Hellgate High School until she retired. Mary Ellen...

Tom Blake

Tom Blake

Sep 19, 2026

Thomas C. "Tom" Blake, 73, passed away just after midnight surrounded by his loved ones on Saturday, September 19th, 2026. Born in Missoula, Montana to Leroy and Nellie (Fristo) Blake on January 20th, 1953, he was the youngest of eight children.

From a young age, Tom had a quick wit and a wonderful sense of humor. He filled his life with...

Warren Lewis Little

Warren Lewis Little

Sep 19, 2026

Warren Lewis Little  

Fourth generation Montanan, Warren Lewis Little, age 95, died peacefully at his home in Missoula, Montana, on September 19, 2026. Warren was born October 21, 1930, in Missoula, Montana, the only child of Dighton Little Jr. and Tenina H. Pominville. His father owned the Standard Oil Distribution Company for the state of Montana, was a member of the...

John N. Ludeman

John N. Ludeman

Sep 19, 2026

John Nicholas Ludeman, 90, of Missoula, passed away Saturday, September 19, 2026, at his home with his loved ones by his side. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Katie O’Keefe’s Sports Bar & Grill. Online condolences may be left at gardencityfh.com.

John Nicholas Ludeman, son of John Felix and...

Cristin Sue Volinkaty

Cristin Sue Volinkaty

Sep 18, 2026

Cristin Sue Volinkaty was born at St. Patrick Hospital on August 31, 1948 to Donald T. and Shirl M. Connick. She was raised and lived in Missoula all her life except for one fateful year in Helena, Mt. More on that year later.

Cris attended Hawthorne Elementary School and was a member of the first graduating class of Hellgate High School...

Linda and Fred Warner

Linda and Fred Warner

Sep 16, 2026

Linda and Fred Warner passed away on September 16, 2026, at their home after 58 years of marriage.

They are survived by their daughter and her husband, Tracy and Ted “Bones” Rowden; two grandchildren and their spouses; three great-grandchildren; siblings, and a host of extended family and friends.

Per their wishes cremation has taken place.

Donation in their name are suggested to St....

Joshua Swartz

Joshua Swartz

Sep 14, 2026

An obituary will be posted when available. Any services will be announced at a later date.