Obituaries
William Allen McBroom
Jan 28, 2021
William Allen McBroom, age 63, passed away on January 28, 2021 at his home in Superior, MT. A graveside will be held Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at Lakeview Cemetery at 2:30 pm.
Larry Dale Smith
Jan 28, 2021
Larry D. Smith, age 69, passed away on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at his residence. There are no services planned at this time for Larry. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Edwin Ward "Ed" Smout
Jan 26, 2021
Edwin Ward "Ed" Smout, age 81, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at N. Idaho Advanced Care in Post Falls, ID. A visitation will be held Friday, January 29, 2021 from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm at The Lake Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 30th at the Polson Elks Lodge at 1:00 pm.
Shandy Marie Padilla
Jan 24, 2021
Our beautiful Shandy crossed heaven's gate Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021 in Polson. Shandy was born Aug. 14, 1978 in Ronan to Jayne Nelson and David Thompson. She loved helping the elderly as a CNA at The Retreat and always had a big smile. She was preceded in death by her father, David; granddaughter Madison; grandma Shirley; grandma Lenore; and grandpa...
Lawrence Carl "Larry" Gauthier
Jan 24, 2021
Lawrence (Larry) Carl Gauthier passed away early in the morning on Sunday, January 24th, 2021 at Kalispell Regional Hospital as a result of injuries sustained in a fall at home as well as from other complications. Larry was the oldest child of Louie and Mary (Pearson) Gauthier, born at Saint Patrick’s Hospital in Missoula, 15 minutes before his twin Gary,...
Mary Elizabeth Peterson
Jan 18, 2021
Mary Elizabeth Peterson, age 85, passed away on January 18, 2021 at Lake View Care Center in Bigfork, MT. She was born in Bountiful, UT, on May 25, 1935. Mary was the third of four children born to Robert W. and Halleen Nicol. In 1950, Mary met and married the love of her life, Harold “Sonny” Ray Peterson. In 1958,...
Lawrence Eldon Redekop
Jan 9, 2021
Lawrence Eldon Redekop, age 75, passed away on January 9, 2021 at his residence. There are no services planned at this time. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Donna Ruth Ackom
Jan 5, 2021
Donna Ruth Ackom, age 72, passed away January 5, 2021 at Polson Health and Rehab. Services for Donna have been held. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Kenneth John Chernikoff
Dec 27, 2020
Kenneth John Chernikoff, 78, of Polson, MT, passed quietly away in his home late on the night of December 27, after spending a lovely day watching football with his wife and visiting with friends. Ken was born on February 26, 1942, in Huntington Park, CA to parents Albert and Alice Chernikoff. He grew up there, revealing his innate and extraordinary...
Blanche Eunice Johnson (Shodo)
Dec 24, 2020
Blanche Eunice Shodo Johnson, age 91, passed-away at home with family on December 24, 2020. Blanche was born in Grassy Butte, North Dakota on March 2, 1929 to Vincent and Olive Shodo. She was the youngest of six children. Shortly after graduating high school she moved with her family to Polson. There she met her future husband, Keith A. Johnson....
Gerald Dwane "Jerry" Price
Dec 20, 2020
Gerald Dwane "Jerry" Price, age 83, passed away Sunday, December 20, 2020 at The Pines of Polson. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Karen Siina Swanson
Dec 18, 2020
Karen Siina Swanson, age 64, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020 at her residence in Polson MT. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Susan Caroline Antiste
Dec 18, 2020
Sue Antiste, passed away on December 18, 2020 at the family home in Big Arm. Sue was born on February 10, 1935 in St. Ignatius, MT to Josephine Caye and Louis Finley Squeque. Sue grew up mainly in Elmo with her youngest years in Arlee. She attended school at Ursulines in St. Ignatius and in Elmo. She was the oldest...
Dennis Allen Pefley
Dec 17, 2020
Dennis A. Pefley of Polson, MT passed away at home on December 17th, 2020 and moved on to the next journey with our Lord and his beloved wife Doreen. Dennis was born June 11th, 1945 in Billings, MT to Rachel Drewniak and Forest Pefley. He grew up in Billings and graduated from Billings West High School. During a radio show...
Keith John Lagerquist
Dec 16, 2020
On Wednesday, December 16, 2020, Keith John Lagerquist, loving husband and father, passed-away at age 67. He was born on February 9, 1953 in Minneapolis, MN to Milton and Beatrice (Tallman) Lagerquist. He was a Master Brick and Stone Mason and built amazing fireplaces. He loved his family along with all animals and plants. He was also an avid music...
Wilcoxson Eriacho "Sonny" Martinez
Dec 15, 2020
Wilcoxson Eriacho "Sonny" Martinez, age 53, passed away December 15, 2020 at St. Luke Community Hospital. A wake for Sonny will begin Friday, December 18, 2020 at 2:00 pm, Rosary at 8:00 pm, and funeral service will be Saturday, December 19th at 10:00 am, all at Elmo Hall. Burial to follow at Dayton Cemetery.
Cora Mae Van Vleet
Dec 15, 2020
Cora Mae Van Vleet, age 58, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at Health Center NW in Kalispell, MT. A Celebration of Life for Cora will be held on Saturday, December 26, 2020 at 2:00 pm via Zoom. If you would like to attend Cora's service please contact Robert Martinez at 406-880-6422 on the 23rd or 24th for that Zoom...
Wynn Lee Lindquist
Dec 12, 2020
Wynn Lee “Pooh Bear” Lindquist 38, a proud member of the Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribe, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, December 12, 2020 in Arlee, MT. He was born November 1, 1982 to Steven Lindquist and Leslie McClure in Whitefish, MT, Wynn was the 2nd of 5 children. He was raised in the Ronan and Dixon...
Dore' Etta Schaffer
Dec 12, 2020
Dore' Etta Schaffer, age 83, passed away Saturday, December 12, 2020 at The Retreat in Polson, MT. A graveside will be held on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at 1:00 pm at Lakeview Cemetery.
Patricia Meeks "Patty" Kelly
Dec 11, 2020
Patricia "Patty" Kelly, age 81, passed away Friday, December 11, 2020 at St. Joseph Medical in Polson, MT. A private funeral mass will be held Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church. The service will be live streamed for family and friends. The link will be here on Patty's webpage. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake...
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