Obituaries

Aug 28, 2018

Russell E. Williams, 79, of Billings, formerly of Medicine Lake, passed away on Friday, Aug. 24, 2018, in Billings.

Russell was born on June 29, 1939, to Elbert and Helen (Nelson) Williams in Plentywood. He was preceded in death by both his parents and sister Neva Smith. He survived by his wife Thelma; son Todd (Ana) Williams;...

Aug 25, 2018

Bruce William Smith was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1950. He enjoyed playing many sports, as well as reading and praying. After a lifetime career of teaching and coaching, he spent recent years living in St. John's Lutheran Home. Bruce and his family greatly appreciated the wonderful care he received there. The staff enjoyed Bruce's personality, and marveled at...

Aug 24, 2018

Steven Keith Knutson, 63, Billings, died Friday August 24, 2018 at a hospice home in Billings. He was born June 28, 1955 in Kenmare, ND to Knute and Vivian (Ones) Knutson. He graduated from Kenmare High School in 1974 and attended the University of North Dakota, graduating with a degree in Medical Technology. He worked for a short time...

Aug 20, 2018

Dennis passed away at home from leukemia on Aug. 16, 2018.

His wife (Sally) and sons (Travis and Cole) were the focus of his life. He was a rock in the bad times and there to celebrate the good times. No one could wish for a better husband and father. He never missed a chance to be...

Aug 18, 2018

Dwayne John Zimmerman, 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018. Dwayne was born in Fairview "on the North Dakota side" to Anna (Schaible) and Henry Zimmerman on June 22, 1941. He moved to Billings with his mother and siblings in 1954.

After graduating from Billings Senior High School, Dwayne worked as a car jockey. He...

Aug 16, 2018

Albert Jess Wareham, 85, of Billings, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018, after a battle with dementia. Albert was born to Jess and Alma Wareham on June 22, 1953, in Lewistown. Albert was the fifth child of nine. His dad Jess worked many different jobs from lumbers, Butte Mine, Air Force Base in great Falls to a taxi...

Aug 15, 2018

Frances Ann Hargis passed away peacefully the night of Aug. 11, 2018. Frances was born on Oct. 14, 1934, in Salt Lake City, to Carl and Frances Herre. Frances spent her childhood growing up in Ashton, Idaho, where she met the love of her life, Edward Hargis. Ed and Frances married on June 15, 1957. They started a strong,...

Aug 13, 2018

Karen Renne (Jonas) Brewer was born on June 4, 1957, in Billings, to Marcus Jonas Jr. and Loretta Jonas (Hankel). She passed away on Aug. 11, 2018, at 61 years old.

Karen was the middle child of two sisters, Marjean Charles and Denise Clausen. They have cherished memories of camping as young girls and especially loved the...

Aug 12, 2018

Robert G. Raymond

Robert G. Raymond, 87, died on Saturday, Aug. 4, 2018, of natural causes.

Bob was born on Feb. 6, 1931, in Millboro, South Dakota. He was an enrolled member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe of South Dakota. He graduated from South Dakota State University with a degree in civil engineering,...

Aug 9, 2018

Terrance Shane Florez, 51, of Billings, passed away unexpectedly on Aug. 9, 2018. Terrance was born in Richmond, CA, to William Phyllis Florez on Nov.14, 1967. Terrance was an artist. He displayed his talents through Native American Art and was known throughout the United States for his pencil sketches. Terry was a born-again Christian and a faithful follower of...

Aug 8, 2018

Valeria "Val" Murray joined her husband Jack in a heavenly dance on July 31, 2018, at the age of 85. She was a third generation Montanan who went from a homestead with no running water or electricity to surfing the web with a smart phone. Val was born in December1932, in Miles City, to Clara and Joe Barley. She...

Aug 5, 2018

Frances E. (Leingang) Doll, 90, of Billings, passed away peacefully at St. John's Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday morning, Aug. 2, 2018.

Frances was born in St. Anthony, North Dakota, on Sept. 30, 1927. She was the youngest of nine children of John and Eleanor (Hoffman) Leingang. She was raised on the family...

Aug 5, 2018

James Bailey, 66, passed away Aug. 1, 2018, after fighting a lung illness, surrounded by his loving family.

Jim was born March 29, 1952, in Lewistown. A lifelong Montanan, he grew up in Great Falls and on his family's farm near Hobson. He graduated from Great Falls Central, Montana State University, and the University of Utah. He...

Aug 2, 2018

Walter G. Holle, 90, returned to his heavenly home on July 27, 2018 after having lived a full life. His love for family and friends was evident wherever he went. Walt was born to Walter and Kathryn Holle in Grand Rapids, Minnesota on February 14, 1928. He was the oldest of nine children and spent most of his youth...

Aug 2, 2018

Jo Ann Thelen passed away in the early morning hours of August 1, 2018, surrounded by her family.

She was born on November 21, 1934, to Haydn and LaRue Thomas in Scobey. She moved with her family to Billings in 1945. Jo graduated from Billings Senior High, and was Miss Broncette of 1952. She met her future...

Aug 1, 2018

Myrtle Eleanor Jochim passed away on Monday, July 30, 2018. She was born Jan. 13, 1920, in Finley, North Dakota, on a farm without electricity or running water, survived the Great Depression and WWII, raised five kids, and lived to see color TV, computers and cell phones. Our Mom, a "tough old Swede," graced this earth with 98-plus years...

Aug 1, 2018

Betty J. Greenfield Wright Watts passed away in her home on Saturday, June 30, 2018. She was born on Sept. 4, 1928, near Sheridan, Wyoming, the second child of Jack and Ines (Miller) Greenfield. She went to Hardin schools. She was baptized at the First Baptist Church in Billings. On Feb. 23, 1946, she married the love of her...

Jul 30, 2018

Marjorie Ann Gold Moberly, of Billings, joined her creator July 18, 2018. She was born April 26, 1940, in Miles City, to Johnny and Mary Gold of Stacey, MT.

Marjorie grew up on the family ranch in the typical rural life of south eastern Montana. She attended a one-room school and completed high school in Miles City....

Jul 30, 2018

John passed away on July 26, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 4, 1946, to Eva Ebach, and was the youngest of 11 children. He grew up in Billings and attended Senior High. On May 4, 1968, John married the love of his life, Germaine Mattern. They recently celebrated 50 wonderful years of marriage.

Jul 29, 2018

Laurie Joann Johnson Beers, 68, of Nye, passed away peacefully at home, on July 29, 2018. She is survived by husband, John A. Beers; daughters, Alexandra (Peter), Erika (Matthew) and Kristin (Lindsay); grandchildren Benjamin, Madeline, Avery, Elias, Bowie, Colby and Jarod; and siblings Scott and Kristin.

Laurie graduated from Pennsylvania State University. Most of her professional career...