Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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Gay Selby was born in Missoula, Montana, in 1941 to Vivienne Russell Selby and Larry Manley Selby. The family pioneered in the Gallatin Valley, the approximate location of the Big Sky Resort. They moved to Whitehall next to her grandparents, where she and her younger brother Garry were raised. The family heavily supported sports, and her parents led the band and cheer squad. After graduating from Whitehall High School in 1960, Gay attended one year at the University of Arizona and returned to... Full story
Verna Jean Bird, age 90, of Whitehall, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025. Born on February 17, 1935, in St. Ignatius, Montana, she was the beloved daughter of Vernon Edward and Delia Eugenia (Vincent) Boucher. Throughout her life, Verna found joy in many pursuits, including her love for cats and birds, as well as her passion for crocheting and quilting. She cherished the time spent with her family and was known for her modest, quiet, and happy demeanor. Verna moved around as a child and... Full story
Bruce Earl McLees passed away from cancer on the morning of March 14, 2025, at the Gallatin Valley Rest Home in Bozeman, Montana. He was the youngest son of Earl & Orece McLees. He is survived by his brother, Scott McLees of Three Forks, Montana, and his sister, Kathy McLees of Honeyville, Utah, as well as his many relatives and friends. He was born on February 2, 1962, in Bozeman, MT Bruce was 63 years old when he passed and lived almost all of his life in Three Forks and the area. He... Full story
A memorial service honoring Roger McClure will be held at the Whitehall Cemetery on Saturday, June 28th, at 11 AM. The Whitehall VFW will perform a Military Service honoring Roger's commitment to his country, with additional reflections based upon Roger's faith and beliefs. Following the service, a Celebration of Life will be held at Roger's home, 111 North Division St. in Whitehall. Food and refreshments will be provided. Please stop by and share your favorite story or two with friends and... Full story
Rita Rice Sleeman loved to visit and get to know others; she was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and friend; she taught business classes until she was 78. Rita, 86 of Lakewood, Colorado, died on May 15, 2025. A funeral service was held June 10, 2025, at Christ on the Mountain in Lakewood, Colorado. Rita was born in Butte, Montana, on October 4, 1938, to Ed and Corinne Rice. Her parents owned a Ford Garage and the Rice Motel, where she spent many days working. This is where she got her... Full story
With great sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, granddad, and uncle, Donald Jesse Lomas, age 83, on Sunday, April 13, 2025, in Aurora, Colorado. Born on April 6, 1942, to the late Pansy and Jesse Lomas in Bozeman, Montana, Don and his family called several places home in Montana, including Cardwell, Harrison, and St. Ignacious. Some of his most cherished memories were living on the Shaw Ranch in Cardwell as a boy. After graduating from Montana State College (now... Full story
A memorial service will be held for MARK A. FRIES on June 21st at 11 AM at the Copper K Barn (786 Point of Rocks Rd - Whitehall, MT). Lunch will be served after the service.... Full story
George W. Schlotter, Jr, 54, of Cardwell, Montana, unexpectedly passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025 in his home. George was born July 26, 1970 to George W. Schlotter, Sr. and Mary Ann Schlotter in Cold Spring, New York. In 1972, the family moved to Shushan, New York where George was raised, attending Cambridge Central School until his senior year, in which he transferred to, and graduated from Troy High School in Troy, New York in 1989. Following graduation, George enlisted in the Army, participa... Full story
Nelva Maude (Secor) Sears recently passed away peacefully in her home in Whitehall, Montana. She was 97 years old. Nelva was born to Allen D. and Maggie Jane Secor in Bozeman, Montana. She joined brothers Walter, Lyle, Thomas, Leonard and Lester and sisters Aldean and Margaret. Nelva graduated from Gallatin County High School with the class of 1945. Nelva married Kenneth Sears of Townsend September 29,1949. Nelva and Ken (Pinky) moved to West Yellowstone, where Ken continued his 30 career as a Game Warden. After various tourist related jobs,... Full story
Pearl Marie Woods was born in Butte, Montana, on July 29, 1925. She was the first child of Earl Woods and Grace Weingart Woods and was raised on the Weingart Ranch in Silver Star. She attended the one-room schoolhouse until it consolidated with Twin Bridges. She graduated from TBHS at 16 in 1942 along with her classmate, Russell Edwards, whom she married on May 5, 1946. Pearl attended MSU in Bozeman and earned her RN nursing degree. She was a member of the Nursing Corps during WWII and worked... Full story
Stuart Ryan Goodner, 64, left the arms of his love and entered the arms of Jesus on May 17, 2025, after a brief battle with brain cancer. Born on Sept. 20, 1960, to Jack and Frieda Goodner in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Stuart began his life with vigor, tenacity, and a deep love for his family that never faded. The third of four children, he made sure that he stood out. Always the life of the party, the stories of his heyday were endlessly humorous and shrouded in hypotheticals as his mother and... Full story
Nolan James Murphy was born on January 12, 1947, in Whitehall, Montana, at Dr. Hill’s hospital. His parents were Terence and Genevieve Watson Murphy. He attended grades one through eight at the one-room Eureka School in the Milligan Canyon area of Jefferson County. In grades nine through twelve, he attended Willow Creek High School. In 1969, Nolan graduated from Montana State University in Bozeman. He worked as a Seasonal Ranger in Yellowstone Park for several years. On April 7, 1974, Nolan married Sandra Foster, a widow with a young son n... Full story
In loving memory: A memorial service honoring Willie Claussen will be held Saturday, June 7th, 10 AM at Zion Lutheran Church in Whitehall. A short graveside service will be followed by a potluck reception at the Whitehall Senior Center. Meat and beans will be provided; please bring a salad or dessert. No flowers, please, as your presence is enough. Donations can be made to Tiny Tails K-9 Rescue in Manhattan, Zion Lutheran Church in Whitehall or a place of your choice.... Full story
Harry W. Tavenner passed away in Helena, Montana on May 16, 2025, at the age of 96. Born in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Harry was the fourth child of Harry and Julia (Greene) Tavenner. He graduated from Klamath Falls High School before serving in the U.S. Army during World War II as part of the Chemical Corps. After his honorable discharge, Harry earned a degree in Animal Science from Oregon State University and began his career as a county extension agent. He later completed a Master's degree in... Full story
Nolan James Murphy was born on January 12, 1947, in Whitehall, Montana, at Dr. Hill’s hospital. His parents were Terence and Genevieve Watson Murphy. He attended grades one through eight at the one-room Eureka School in the Milligan Canyon area of Jefferson County. In grades nine through twelve, he attended Willow Creek High School. In 1969, Nolan graduated from Montana State University in Bozeman. He worked as a Seasonal Ranger in Yellowstone Park for several years. On April 7, 1974, Nolan married Sandra Foster, a widow with a young son n... Full story
William (Willie) Emil Claussen Jr., age 71, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Willie was born in 1954 in Red Bank, New Jersey, to William Sr. and Catherine (Holmes) Claussen. His family moved to Pompano Beach, Florida, where Willie graduated from both High School and Broward County Vocational Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in 1972. Willie's first job was working as a produce manager at Grand Union Grocery Store in Pompano Beach, Florida. His good friend Rob Benson's... Full story
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Samuel Allen Miller, who departed this life on May 6th 2025 at the age of 51. Samuel was born on March 10, 1974 in Bozeman, Montana. Samuel moved to Nevada in 1993, where he raised three children. Sam was a devoted son, father, brother, uncle, and friend to many. Sam enjoyed the simple things life had to offer from sitting down with friends or watching football with his sons. Many things brought him joy in life but he always told us his favorite was fishing on the river with his dad and... Full story
Paige Doreen Asten (Florence Doreen Stahl), born December 1, 1942, to Blanche Marie (Brant) and Wayne Seral Stahl in Somerset, Pennsylvania; died April 14, 2025, at Mustang Creek Estates of Sachse, Texas. Paige lived close to her sons and grandchildren for the last year of her life. To tell you of her life would be worthy of an epic novel that she loved reading. A mystery novel with a heroine who forged her path, realized her dreams, and helped others along the way. Her car broke down in Texas,... Full story
It is with a heavy heart and great sorrow that we confirm that our beloved mother, Ruperta Segovia, passed away on April 24, 2025. She died of natural causes at St James Hospital in Butte, Montana. She was in the presence of her loving family. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her most, offering abundant wisdom and love. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness and strength. Her husband, Gabriel, and sons Rosalio, Francisco, and Daniel preceded her in death. She... Full story
Loren Floyd Hines, a beloved partner, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend, and endeared and admired R.N., passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at his Whitehall home on April 24, 2025. Loren was born in Helena, MT, and was raised in Lewistown. In 1971, he quit high school, married Patty Toth, and joined the army. He and Patty had two children and later divorced. After six years of military service, he was honorably discharged and returned to Montana, where he worked as an auto... Full story
On the evening of Friday, March 21, 2025, Ellen Marie (Berg) Gillespie passed away peacefully in her home. Ellen was born in Butte, Montana on December 8, 1933, to Edwin John and Agnes Filimena (George) Berg. Ellen enjoyed growing up in Butte with her sister Dorothy Jean (Dode), who was 10 months younger than her. She always lamented that she could not pick on Dode during the two months of the year that they were the same age. A highlight of Ellen’s youth was when she and her sister traveled w... Full story
Joanne Merrell passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on March 11, 2025. Born on January 30, 1934, in Whitehall, Montana, she was the youngest of twelve children born to John and Clara Capp. Joanne received her early education in Whitehall and subsequently earned a teaching certificate from Western Montana College in 1955. She began her career as a third-grade teacher in Livingston, Montana. During her college years, Joanne met the love of her life, Francis (Frank) Merrell. They were married... Full story
Laberta June "Bertie" Grasser passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at her home in Whitehall, Montana. She was born on Friday, February 5, 1932, at the family home in Waterloo, Montana, to George and Helen (Crossman) Hunt. Bertie attended schools in Waterloo, Twin Bridges, Whitehall, and Butte. She married Sid Atkins, and they had two daughters, Debbie and Linda, but they later divorced. She married Robert Grasser on April 20, 1957, in Horseshoe Bend, Idaho, and together, they had three more... Full story
Allan James Peterson was born on April 13, 1936, in Butte, Montana, to Vic and Erna (Soderstrom) Peterson. He died on March 11, 2025, at his home in Butte, Montana, in the arms of his loving wife. Allan graduated from Butte High School in 1954. On June 3, 1956, Allan married Beverly Sutey, the love of his life. This coming June, they would have been married for 69 years. He worked as a Substation Operator for the Milwaukee Railroad in East Portal, Montana, Avery, Idaho, and Piedmont, Montana.... Full story
Richard L. Saunders Jr. was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. A gentle giant with a kind heart, he touched the lives of many with his warmth, wisdom, and unwavering presence. His sun rose in October 1962 and set on March 11, 2025. Richard, a proud long-haul trucker, logged over three million miles on the road, knowing every truck stop and mile marker by heart. Even after leaving the road behind, he could still recall the best routes and exits, always ready to offer guidance to those... Full story
