Obituaries

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 Samual Dingmann at the age of 39 Passed away on September 24, 2025. Born July 5 1986 in Missoula MT. by His Parents Rodger 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 hard-working...

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...

Sep 19, 2025

Michelle Lee Mohland, 66, of Missoula passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the Hope Hospice house after a battle with cancer.

She was born October 21, 1958 in Scobey, Montana to James and Shirley Hellickson. While growing up, she enjoyed participating in Girl Scouts, an activity she shared with her grandmother LaVerne. Her troop traveled around the state of...

Sep 18, 2025

Monte Joyce Olsen, 53, of Missoula, Montana, passed away unexpectedly on September 18, 2025.

She was born on August 19, 1972, in Wolf Point, Montana, to Linda and Gary Frazer, weighing just 3 pounds 12 ounces. From her very first breath, she showed the strength of a fighter.

She grew up in Glasgow, Montana, and graduated from Glasgow High School. Over the...

Sep 17, 2025

Larry E. Stuart, 66, of Lolo passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at St. Patrick Hospital. A Memorial Gathering will be held in 2026. Online condolences may be left at gardencityfh.com.

Larry Stuart, son of Larry Stuart, Sr. and Caroline (Rall), was born September 1, 1959 in Hamilton, Montana. He was a member of the Navy Junior ROTC in high school...

Sep 14, 2025

Harper Marissa Monroe Harlow, 13, passed away at home on Sunday, September 14, 2025. A Mass of Christian Burial 1:00 p.m., Saturday, September 20, 2025 with a reception to follow. A private family burial will take place at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Online condolences may be left at gardencityfh.com.

She was born in Missoula, MT on May 3, 2012, to William...

Sep 14, 2025

On September 14, 2025, we said goodbye to our beloved mom, wife, Mima, and friend, Sandra Josephine Brosious, age 71, of Missoula.

Sandra was born in Glendive, Montana, January 27th, 1954 and in 1958 moved with her family to Missoula, where they owned and operated the Big Chief Motel. She graduated from Hellgate High School and attended the University of Montana. 

Sandra...

Sep 13, 2025

Dustin Patrick Olson, 23, Florence passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025.

Dustin was born on November 12, 2001, in Polson, MT to Sasha and Scott Olson. Dustin Attended high school in Florence, Mt where he loved playing football and participating in band. He also enjoyed music, motorcycles, cars, and spending time with his friends.

He currently was extremely proud of receiving...