Obituaries

Aug 20, 2025

Roberta “Bobbie” Pat Erickson, 76, of Missoula, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 of natural causes.

She was born November 7, 1948 to Robert and Shirley James in Butte. After graduating high school she had two beautiful children, Shayne and Peggy. They were her entire world.

In 1983 she met the love of her life, Harlan Erickson,...

Aug 19, 2025

Marian “Ma Zach” Zachariasen, 95, of Missoula, Montana, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, surrounded by family. 

She was preceded in death by her son, Dennis Zachariasen, and by her lifelong partner, Wilburn Knutson. 

Marian is lovingly survived by her brother, George Rangitsch, and his wife, Susan; her children: Allan (Judy) Zachariasen, Stanley Zachariasen, Patty (Patrick) Johnson, Sandy (Jim) Jackson, and...

Aug 18, 2025

Harold Granville Davis passed away at the age of 90, peacefully at home on Aug 18, 2025. He was born to Granville "Henry" Davis and Elma (Bedord) Davis in Cut Bank, MT on Dec 12, 1934.

He told fond stories of his childhood growing up on the hi-line, spending summers at his Grandma Bedord's place in West Glacier, fly fishing and...

Aug 18, 2025

Rudolph Melvin Miller, “Rudy” to most and “Mel” to others, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025. He was 87 years old.

Rudy was born January 13, 1938 to Allen and Mabel (Hagen) Miller on the family farm in Sarpy Creek near Hysham, MT. He was delivered by family friend Mrs. Cramer, whom he remained close to until her passing....

Aug 17, 2025

Patrick J. Vaughan passed away peacefully at St. Patrick Hospital on August 17, 2025. He was born on November 16, 1943 in Chicago, the first child of Christopher and Bridie (Lennon) Vaughan. Raised on the South Side, Pat grew up in a tight-knit neighborhood centered around the local Catholic parish, and surrounded by Irish immigrants like his parents. His cherished...

Aug 16, 2025

Patricia “Patty” Noreen Yuhas, 63, of Helena passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, (the same day as her beloved mothers birth) at St. Patrick’s Hospital in Missoula of breast cancer.

Patty was born on November 17, 1961, at St. Johns hospital in Helena to Bradley and Noreen Yuhas. She was the youngest of nine children, which included six boys and...

Aug 16, 2025

 Bonnie Moore

Bonnie’s greatest joy in life was her family, and she loved them with everything she had. Her family grew larger every time she met someone (or an animal) who needed a place to call home. Whether by offering a listening ear or opening her home to anyone in need, she created a space where all felt welcomed and cherished.

As...

Aug 13, 2025

Marilyn Rose Ducharme, age 82, passed away peacefully at home in Arlee, Montana, on August 13, 2025.

Marilyn was born on March 31, 1943, in Great Falls, Montana. Growing up as one of 13 children, Marilyn learned early the value of family and hard work.

Marilyn devoted her life to caring for others—both through her work and her love for her family....

Aug 13, 2025

Gayle Marie Crane, 85, of Polson, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at The Village, in Missoula, Montana, of cancer.

She was born on April 17, 1940, in Missoula, Montana, to Maynard and Martha Crane.

Gayle was a good friend to many, a loving Mother and Grandmother, who loved to spend time with her family. She especially loved sharing her lake house...

Aug 12, 2025

Mona Lou Moulton, age 88, of Missoula, MT, passed away on August 12, 2025. She was born in Osawatomie, Kansas on December 1, 1936, to Elmer (Dutch) and Bessie Stevenson.

The family moved to her beloved Bend, Oregon. It was in Bend that she met her husband of seventy years, Robert (Ted) Moulton. They married on October 23, 1954. Mona and...

Aug 10, 2025

Donald Edward Kiely, 87, of Missoula, died on August 10, 2025, at home surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. Don died as a result of cumulative exhaustion from decades of striving and getting it done!

Don was born on January 5, 1938, to John J. Kiely and Margaret Donnelly Kiely in Waterbury, Connecticut and grew up in nearby...

Aug 9, 2025

Aug 6, 2025

Maxine Newill went to her maker on August 6, 2025 after suffering a catastrophic stroke several weeks earlier. At that time, she chose not to have a feeding tube or Intra- veinous fluids. To paraphrase Shakespeare, nothing became her life more than the courage she showed at the end of it.

Maxine was born on June 15, 1931, to Wallace and...

Aug 5, 2025

Full obituary to come...

Aug 4, 2025

Janet Carol Garlington, whose smile was as big as Montana, died suddenly and unexpectedly of a stroke on August 4, 2025, at the age of almost 84.

Carol left behind many dear friends, including musicians, hiking companions, neighbors, and her beloved dog Rally. Rally has since been adopted into a new home where she has already made lots of doggie friends.

Carol...

Aug 4, 2025

Janet Ann Ball passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 4, 2025. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky, on September 5, 1947, to James and Barbara Ringo.

In 1968, Janet married Ron Alexander, and the couple moved to Germany for a year. Traveling through Europe was a highlight of her life, and she often shared her favorite memories of Paris...

Aug 3, 2025

Frederick Jay Bischoff, Jr., 79, of Missoula, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Sunday, August 3rd.

He was born on June 13th, 1946, in Oakland, California, to Mary and Frederick "Bud" Bischoff. After graduating from Oakland High School in 1964, he moved to Missoula, Montana, where he attended the University of Montana on a full-ride swimming scholarship. He...

Jul 31, 2025

A private family service will be held.

Jul 28, 2025

Rob Manlove, 66 of Missoula passed away on Monday, July 28th 2025 at Providence Medical Center of natural causes.

Rob was born on December 17, 1958 in Livermore, California to Spencer L. and Patricia A. Manlove. The family moved to Missoula when Rob was 11 years old. He attended Paxson Grade School, Hellgate High School. He received a Bachelor of Arts...

Jul 26, 2025

Anthony “Tony” Eugene Jasumback, a loving father, devoted husband, and cherished grandfather, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family. He is now reunited in eternal peace with his beloved wife, Joan, who preceded him in death three months prior. Their sixty-seven years of marriage were a testament to their deep love and mutual appreciation, evident to all who knew them.

Born...