Obituaries
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...
Richard Carl Leander
Aug 9, 2020
Richard Carl Leander, age 93, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2020 at his home in Charlo, MT. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Lawrence Arthur Bauder
Aug 7, 2020
Lawrence Arthur Bauder, age 87, formerly of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2020 at his residence. Memorial services for Lawrence will be private by the family. Arrangements are under the direction of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Eunice Elaine McClure
Aug 7, 2020
Eunice “E.J.” Elaine McClure was born September 10, 1949 in Conrad, Montana to Roy and Illean Johns, the youngest of three daughters. She died August 7, 2020 in Polson, MT surrounded by her loving children, grandchildren, and devoted husband. E.J. grew up in the farming communities of the Rocky Mountain Front with her family. She graduated from Simms High School...
Dolores Faye Jensen-Franzen
Aug 4, 2020
Delores (Dee Dee) Faye Jensen-Franzen passed peacefully and suddenly after spending time with her beautiful family and friends on August 4th 2020 in Polson, Montana. Uniquely, Dee Dee passed on the same majestic homestead she was born and raised on for 85 glorious, wonderful years: just a short jaunt from her lake shore summer home where loved ones often visited....
Peter Gordon McGowan
Aug 2, 2020
Peter Gordon McGowan passed away peacefully on August 2, 2020 after a four year battle with cancer. He was born in Merced California on December 29, 1951 to Peter Scott and Lorene Verne (Malino) McGowan. Peter was an adventurous man who loved hiking in the woods, logging with his Clydesdale horses and flying. He was a 1st class boiler operator...
Julius Bela Barsi
Jul 28, 2020
Julius Bela Barsi, age 69, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2020 in Big Arm, MT. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Connie Rae Wilson
Jul 26, 2020
Connie Rae Wilson went to be with the Lord on July 26, 2020 at St. Luke Hospital in Ronan surrounded by her children. Connie was born April 25, 1937 in Kalispell, Montana to Lucille and Ford Peckham. She attended and graduated from Flathead County High School, where she was a member of the drill team. One of her fondest high...
James Edward Laurence Schultz
Jul 23, 2020
James Edward Laurence Schultz, “Jim,” 78, headed out on his final journey, walking beside God on July 23, 2020. Jim was born to Gerald B. L. Schultz and Virginia (Gin) Ober Schultz on Jan. 3rd, 1942, in Polson, Montana. He often quipped, “I was born so long ago the part of the hospital I was born in doesn’t even exist...
Bruce Douglas Cunningham
Jul 18, 2020
Bruce Douglas Cunningham, 73 passed away in his Polson home on July 18, 2020 after a long and courageous fight with multiple myeloma. Born in Freeport, New York on July 8, 1947 to Ralph Cunningham and Helen Klimm, he was the eldest brother to Barry, Brian, and Bonnie Cunningham. He spent his childhood traveling around the world with his military...
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