Obituaries

Sean Michael Quinlivan

Sean Michael Quinlivan

May 5, 2017

Obituary for Sean Michael Quinlivan Sean Michael Quinlivan, age 48, passed away Friday, May 5, 2017 at his home in Polson, MT. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Gerald Joseph Hamel

Gerald Joseph Hamel

Apr 29, 2017

Gerald Joseph Hamel became a free spirit on April 29, 2017. He was surrounded by his family. Gerald was born on June 12, 1996 to Jami Hawk-Pluff and James R. Hamel. He arrived 1 minute before his twin sister Malia, whom he liked to tease and remind that he was her elder. Gerald had a keen sense of humor and...

Myrna Johnson

Myrna Johnson

Apr 27, 2017

Obituary for Myrna Louise Johnson (Ducharme) Myrna Louise DuCharme Johnson, 73, of Polson returned home to her heavenly Father on April 27, 2017 after a long courageous battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Myrna was born in Polson to Basil & Vivian DuCharme on November 28, 1943. She grew up in a large family with eleven brothers and sisters at the foot...

Sandra Lee Norris

Sandra Lee Norris

Apr 23, 2017

Obituary for Sandra Lee Norris Sandra Lee Norris, age 70, passed away April 23, 2017 at Hot Springs Health and Rehab. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

C.B. McNeil

C.B. McNeil

Apr 20, 2017

Obituary for C.B. McNeil C.B. McNeil, 80, of Polson passed away on Thursday, April 20, 2017 in Polson after a brief illness. He was born February 17, 1937 in Anaconda, MT and was proud to be a 5th generation Montanan. After attending the School of Mines in Butte, MT he completed his Bachelors of Science degree in Metallurgical Engineering at...

Betty June Shima

Betty June Shima

Apr 18, 2017

Obituary for Betty June Shima Betty June Shima, 92, of Polson, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at the Mountain View Care Center in Ronan. Betty was born on March 3, 1925 in Mason City, Iowa, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Addie Bower Pearson. Betty married John Shima, Jr. on August 1, 1943 in Bremerton, WA...

June Arvilla French

June Arvilla French

Apr 17, 2017

Obituary for June Arvilla French June Arvilla (Porter) French, age 87 passed away peacefully at home on April 17, 2017 near Bigfork, MT. She was born February 11, 1930 in Nebish, MN to Ralph E. and E. Bessie (Madison) Porter. She and her three siblings grew up enjoying various rural locations in southern California and later moved to Oakland, CA....

Anton Pichler

Anton Pichler

Apr 15, 2017

Obituary for Anton "Tony" Pichler Anton “Tony” Pichler, 90 passed away peacefully on April 15, 2017 in Oklahoma. Tony was born on October 2, 1926 in Wisselsing, Germany and came to the US in 1953 and was very proud of his US citizenship. He is preceded in death by his wife, Eva Matt Case. He is survived by step-granddaughter Tisa...

Lee Michel

Lee Michel

Apr 12, 2017

Obituary for Lee Vi Michel It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle Lee Vi Michel (57). His quick wit, sly chuckle and bright smile will be greatly missed. Lee started his journey on April 12, 2017, to join in his brother Mathias “Junior’ Michel’s heavenly birthday celebration. He...

Thomas  Martin

Thomas Martin

Apr 10, 2017

Obituary for Thomas James Martin Jr. Thomas James Martin, Jr., age 68, passed away Monday, April 10, 2017 at his home in Polson. Arrangments are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Gerald Zero

Gerald Zero

Apr 4, 2017

Obituary for Gerald Zero Gerald Zero, age 73, of Big Arm, MT, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 at St. Joseph Medical Center in Polson. Cremation will take place and no local services are planned at this time. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home, Polson.

Kathy Skates

Kathy Skates

Mar 29, 2017

Obituary for Kathy Ann Skates Kathy Ann Skates, age 65, of Polson was embraced into the arms of the Lord on Wednesday, March 29, 2017, with her family by her side. Kathy was born and raised in Reserve and later became a proud “Bobcat”, graduating from Montana State University with her BSN. Kathy was a registered nurse and worked at...

Virgil Ivan Cramer

Virgil Ivan Cramer

Mar 29, 2017

Obituary for Virgil Ivan Cramer Virgil I. Cramer, age 93, on March 29, 2017 left this earth to join with his wife in the loving arms of our Lord. He was born on February 5, 1924 in Castle Rock, CO to Ivan and Helen Cramer. He attended schools and graduated from Douglas Co. High, worked on the Cramer Ranch and...

Ronald Day Knapp

Ronald Day Knapp

Mar 21, 2017

Obituary for Ronald Day Knapp Ronald Day Knapp born September 6, 1959 in Kalispell, MT to Harold and Gail Knapp moved on to his happy hunting and fishing grounds on Tuesday, March 21, 2017. Ron was an avid hunter, fisherman, and passionate bird-watcher. He could easily identify birds by their songs. His wife's family nick-named him the 'Nature Nut'. Ron...

Leo Arthur Metz

Leo Arthur Metz

Mar 20, 2017

Obituary for Leo Arthur Metz Leo Arthur Metz, age 80, passed away Monday, March 20, 2017 in Seattle, WA. A graveside service will be Friday, March 24, 2017 at 2:00 pm at Lakeview Cemetery.

Ronald Lee Harrold

Ronald Lee Harrold

Mar 18, 2017

Obituary for Ronald Lee Harrold Ronald L. Harrold “Ron”, age 75, passed away Saturday, March 18, 2017. He was born on October 3, 1941, in Red Fork, OK to Loyal & Mildred Harrold Jr. Ron was an avid outdoorsman who loved to fish and hunt. He was a carpenter for 20+ years & heavy equipment operator until retirement. Ron was...

Sherron Bowman

Sherron Bowman

Mar 13, 2017

Obituary for Sherron Eiler Bowman Heaven welcomed an angel Monday, March 13, 2017 when Sherron Eiler Bowman passed away surrounded by her loved ones. Sherron was born to Mildred Collamore Eiler and Denver Eiler on December 12, 1935 in Portland, Oregon. After Denver’s untimely death both she and her brother were adopted by Warren Charles Huff when Mildred remarried. Two...

Joyce  DeMers

Joyce DeMers

Mar 13, 2017

Obituary for Joyce Evelyn DeMers Joyce DeMers passed away March 13th, 2017 in the company of family and friends. Joyce was born on March 9th, 1942 in Seattle to parents Stan and Delores “Dode” Young. She grew up primarily in Lakeside MT, attending school and helping with the family’s boat building and marina operations. Joyce’s love of travel started early....

Josephine Alexandria Lefthand

Josephine Alexandria Lefthand

Mar 9, 2017

Obituary for Josephine Alexandria Lefthand Josephine Alexandria Lefthand, age 55, passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2017 at St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula. The Wake for Josephine will begin at 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, March 11, 2017 at Elmo Hall with a Rosary on Sunday evening at 8:00 P.M. and the Funeral service at 10:00 A.M. on Monday, March 13,...

George Allen Franks

George Allen Franks

Mar 6, 2017

Obituary for George Allen Franks George Allen Franks, age 79, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2017 at Polson Health and Rehabilitation Center of health complications. He was born on May 4, 1937 in Polson to Everett and Ann (McTaggart) Franks. He attended high school in Polson, only completing 3 years before joining the military. George may not have been...

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