Obituaries
Joan Corette Hanley
Sep 15, 2020
Joan Corette Hanley died on September 15, 2020 at Flathead Lake, Montana at the age of 87. A third generation Montanan, she was born in Missoula to John Earl and Elsie Pauly Corette. While a sophomore at Butte High School, she met a tall athletic classmate, Donald Lee Hanley, who would later become her husband in March, 1953. Joan attended...
Donald George Albert
Sep 14, 2020
In the early morning hours of September 14, 2020 Donald George Albert walked through the valley with Jesus and joined the family circle in the sky. Born to George and Dorothy Albert on August 16, 1946 in Renton Washington, Don was known for his generous spirit and love of family and friends. A member of the Church of Christ with...
Helen G. Rettig
Sep 13, 2020
Helen Breitmayer arrived in this world on September 26, 1936. She joined her brother, Bill, and her parents Vern and Helen Breitmayer in Jackson, MI. Her early years were spent between Jackson and Ann Arbor, attending schools in the latter. In 1957, Helen graduated from the University of Michigan, then spent three years teaching 3rd and 4th grade students before...
Raymond Lavern Stevenson Jr.
Sep 12, 2020
In the early morning hours of September 12, 2020 after an extended illness, Raymond L Stevenson Jr. passed from this life into eternity with his beloved wife Judy at his side at their home in Ronan. Ray was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served in Vietnam, which was something he was greatly proud of. Later in life...
Bonnie Louise Lamon
Sep 10, 2020
Bonnie Louise Lamon, age 62, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2020 at Health Center NW in Kalispell, MT. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Lorraine D. Sharp
Sep 8, 2020
Lorraine Mallo Sharp, age 93, passed away on September 8, 2020 in Mesa, Arizona. She was born in the Town of Ford, WI, in Ben and Jewel Schoonover’s house. Her mother was Nora Mae (Schoonover) Mallo and her father was Archie Arthur Mallo. Lorraine grew up in the Hannibal, WI area and graduated from Hannibal High School in 1944. She...
Mary Stasso
Sep 7, 2020
Mary Stasso (Amak Pathki) was born in a one room cabin on Stasso Mountain (Jette) on January 1, 1934. She passed away in her home on September 7, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born to Lassaw Stasso and Angelic Finley and spent some time in her childhood as her parent’s english translator. She was proud to be...
Julian Michael Draper
Sep 6, 2020
Julian Michael Draper, age 33, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2020. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Miranda Rose "Rosie" Kenmille
Sep 1, 2020
Miranda Rose Kenmille was born in Polson, October 16, 1983, to Allan Kenmille and Alberta Caye. She was the 2nd oldest of 12 siblings—four on her mom's side and eight on her father’s side. Being the oldest also meant she had many nieces and nephews who loved and treasured her. Rosie is the best sister, aunt, cousin, niece, and friend...
Gary Albert Tryan
Sep 1, 2020
Our hero, our Papa, Gary Albert Tryan went to meet his Lord and Savior on September 1, 2020. He is smiling and laughing his signature laugh with family and friends he has joined in heaven including his parents, siblings and daughter-in-law (Connie Lekvold) Tryan. Gary was born on his father’s birthday, October 5, 1938. He was welcomed by his parents...
Lester Merle Barner
Aug 29, 2020
Lester Merle Barner, age 69, passed away on August 29, 2020 at his home in Polson in the love and care of his family. Les lived and worked in the timber industry in Montana, Oregon, and New Zealand, and was a lover of all things outdoors. He is preceded in death by his parents, Harold “Barney” and Dorothy Barner, of...
Kenneth George "Ken" Avison
Aug 26, 2020
Kenneth George Avison, “Ken” died on August 26th, 2020 due to complications from cancer. Ken was born in Wetaskiwin, Alberta, Canada to Frances McDougal and George Avison on June 5th, 1945. When Ken was 8 years-old he found his love for the art of magic and performed 100’s of shows with his faithful assistant Dorothy, his sister. He has performed...
Wilbert Lee Buckskin
Aug 26, 2020
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle Wilbert Lee Buckskin on August 26, 2020. His representation, knowledge, and caring for his family and community will be greatly missed. His latest involvement was with the Kootenai Culture Elder Advisory Committee and sitting in on Tribal council meetings. He...
James Richard Guilliot
Aug 25, 2020
James Richard Guilliot, II, age 56, passed away on August 25, 2020 at his home. His passing was sudden, leaving those who knew and loved him in shock. Richard was born on June 27, 1964 in Biloxi, MS to parents James Richard, Sr. and Mary Louise Guilliot. He was the oldest of six children. When Richard was twelve his family...
Charles Willis "Chuck" Swope
Aug 21, 2020
On Friday August 21, 2020 Charles Willis Swope took his last breath and reunited with his parents Fredric and Ellen Swope sisters Fern Merritt, Bertha Goethlich, Kathleen Jacobson and Evelyn Fulton plus his brother Clarence. Chuck was born September 2nd, 1934 in Miles City, MT. He is the eldest of nine children and has three brothers that are still living...
Norma Jean Harbin
Aug 17, 2020
Norma Jean Harbin, age 65, passed away Monday, August 17, 2020 to be with her husband and family past and her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was born April 28, 1955 in Garnett, KS to Norman and Eva Reed. Norma had her first son, Russell Norman Harbin in 1974 with her first husband Joe Miller. She then graduated from...
Chester William Crowl
Aug 16, 2020
Chester William Crowl, age 84, passed away Sunday, August 16, 2020 at his residence in Polson, MT. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
James Merwin "Jim" Pearson
Aug 15, 2020
James M. "Jim" Pearson, age 81, passed away Saturday, August 15, 2020 at his home in Elmo, MT. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Donald Frederick DeArmoun
Aug 10, 2020
On August 10, 2020 a delightful, charming, curious, funny, stubborn and independent young man left our lives. Don DeArmoun was born in Alaska to a homestead family in South Anchorage. He had a zest for adventure in the outdoors, fishing, camping, hockey, and biking. His collection of books amazes everyone, reading and learning was a passion. He had a wonderful...
Dorla Jean Scott
Aug 10, 2020
Dorla Jean Scott, age 90, passed away August 10, 2020 at Polson Health and Rehab. She was born April 27, 1930 in Butte, MT to Bruce and Katherine Huntley. Dorla was a member of Eastern Star for many years. Dorla married John Scott on November 7, 1949 and they were married for 42 years until John passed away. Dorla was...
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