Obituaries

Jun 20, 2018

On June 15, 2018, Margaret Ann Norsworthy died peacefully, due to complications from Alzheimer's disease. She was 89.

She was born Margaret Ann Bowen on Jan. 15, 1929, in Tupelo, Mississippi, to loving parents, Forest and Albert Bowen. The youngest of three children, she grew up in Tupelo, where she developed her love for music. In 1946,...

Jun 19, 2018

William Lyall "Bill" Young III, born in Wolf Point on June 7, 1921, to William Lyall II and Tirzah Jane "Jennie" Smith Young, went to be with his Lord on June 16, 2018, at the age of 97.

On Oct. 3, 1938, he enlisted in Montana National Guard, and was on active duty until June 24, 1939,...

Jun 17, 2018

ST. ALBANS, W. Va. - Kathleen V. Pierson died on May 24, 2018, in St. Albans, West Virginia. She was 101 years old.

Mrs. Pierson was born on Oct. 23, 1916, in Bladon, Oxfordshire, England, the third and youngest child of Arthur and Nellie Wilkinson. After leaving school at 14, she worked at various places in Oxford...

Jun 15, 2018

Wilber Lars Jensen was born on Nov. 27, 1935, to Orvald and Eva Jensen in Iowa City, Iowa, and joined them in rest on June 2, 2018.

Wilber spent the first half of his life in Iowa, graduating high school, attending college, coming into fatherhood and joining the Marine Corps. He spoke fondly of Iowa. Iowa laid...

Jun 14, 2018

If you're reading this, you probably know that I passed on June 7, 2018. I have taken on the task of crafting my obituary myself. Over all, I had a very good life.

For a brief history:

I was born in 1942 in Wyoming. We moved to Billings in 1955.

I graduated from...

Jun 14, 2018

Betty Lois Mallow, 88, passed away June 11, 2018 with family by her side.

She was born on March 11, 1930 in Watford City, ND, daughter of Edward and Bertha Johnson. Betty was raised on a farm south of Watford City, attended school through eighth grade and then took correspondent classes. After school, she went to Bismarck,...

Jun 14, 2018

Eva H. Swenson

Our dear Eva, 93, of Billings, passed away on June 10, 2018, at St. Vincent Healthcare.

Eva was born on Dec. 11, 1924, in Grano, North Dakota. She met the love of her life, Frank Swenson, and married him on Oct. 5, 1948, in McGregor, North Dakota. They were married...

Jun 13, 2018

It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of Roland Jerome Lyngby, a beloved husband, father and grandfather/Opa. "Jerry," as he liked to be called, is survived by his wife of 61 years, Tibby; and daughters Angela Kay (Udo Lyngby-Cox), Erica Marie (Anthony Jiron); grandchildren, Jordyn, Tyler and Ashley Jiron, Marileigh and Senja Lyngby-Cox.

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Jun 10, 2018

Ben passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 6, 2018, surrounded by the love of his family.

He was born in Billings on July 11,1942, to Eldon R. and Myrtle (Hendricks) Carlson. Ben graduated from Billings Senior High in 1960 and immediately enlisted in the U.S. Navy for three years of service.

In the summer of...

Jun 10, 2018

Gregory Edward Thelen, born on April 21, 1981, in Great Falls, passed away on June 5, 2018, in Billings, after a brief illness.

A celebration service of Greg's life will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 13, at Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary, 1001 Alderson Ave., in Billings. A reception will be held in the Knights room of the Billings...

Jun 7, 2018

Lee Restad was born on The Dryland, north of Billings, the sixth of seven children born to Frederikke and Ole Restad. He attended Star School until his family moved to Billings, where he attended Elysian School. After graduating from Senior High, Lee worked at the Bair Ranch in Martinsdale, driving Mr. Bair. During that time he met Mary Cameron....

Jun 6, 2018

Thomas Vincent Peace, 20, of Billings, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 3, 2018.

Thomas was born in Laguna Beach, California, to Daniel and Molly Peace on Dec. 8, 1997. Thomas moved with his mom to Billings in the third grade, where he attended Miles Avenue Elementary, Lewis and Clark Middle School and West High.

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Jun 5, 2018

Juanita Halterman D'Ewart passed away on June 3, 2018, surrounded by her family.

Juanita was born on July 5, 1934 in Spokane, Washington to Earl and Marion Halterman. She was the oldest of six girls and one boy. Juanita and her sisters loved to play pranks, on each other and whomever else was around. When...

Jun 2, 2018

Alan W. Strange, 71, best friend and loving husband of Lil Anderson, passed away on May 26, 2018, at Canyon Creek Memory Care. He was born on Jan. 5, 1947, in Pittsburgh to Alice (Bluett) and John P. Strange.

After serving in the army at West Point, Alan completed his master's degree in psychology at Indiana University...

May 31, 2018

Dr. David L. Movius "Dave" passed away on May 30, 2018, at the age of 74 years.

Dave is survived by his wife of nearly 53 years, Gail (nee Matson); daughter Laura; son David (Kristin); grandchildren Charles David, Max and Elizabeth; and brother Arthur James Movius.

A native of Billings, Dave graduated from dental school...

May 29, 2018

Gerald LeRoy Kriskovich passed into the arms of his beloved savior on May 26, 2018, in Billings, Montana.

Jerry was born in Anaconda on April 28, 1946, to Matthew and Florence Kriskovich. At the age of just 13, he met Eileen Grosz, whom he affectionately called "Leensie." They married in 1966 and recently celebrated 51 years of...

May 27, 2018

Gary Brook's ultimate desire was fulfilled on May 23, 2018, when he departed from this world to meet his Savior face to face. Throughout his long and valiant fight against respiratory illness, Gary displayed unwavering confidence in Jesus' love, goodness and power. He was grateful for each day the Lord allowed him to remain on earth to delight in...

May 26, 2018

Dean William Ballew was born on Oct. 3, 1954, in Gastonia, North Carolina, to William M. and Fern M. Ballew. He graduated from West High in 1973.

Dean loved people and wanted to know everyone was okay. He loved woodworking, painting and building things.

Dean passed away on May 23, 2018.

He is...

May 24, 2018

James Pius Schmalz's life came to an unexpected end Monday morning, May 21, 2018, at the age of 29.

James is survived by his wife, Isabella; son, William; parents, Cathy Lee (Bob) Repnak and George (Misuk) Schmalz; sister, Leslie (Eric) Fornshell; half-siblings, Jonah and Alivia Schmalz; grandparents, Pius and Amy Schmalz; nieces, Cecilia, Anabel and Adaline Fornshell;...

May 23, 2018

Evelyn Fern Buttman, known to family and friends as "Evie," passed away on May 19, 2018, at the age of 71 years.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Jack Buttman; daughter Cindy Buttman; and her father, Henry Klatt.

Evie was born and grew up in Killdeer, ND. She spent her youth on...