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Melvin Cecil Larsen, 98, of Glasgow, Montana and Owensboro, Kentucky, departed this world with his daughter by his side at 11:37 a.m., Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at Wellington Parc. He was born Nov. 25, 1922, in Glasgow, MT to the late Nels and Cecilia Damman Larsen. From a young age, Melvin was taught the value of a job well-done, helping care for his parent's gardens, delivering telegrams for pennies and doing other odd jobs. When his father passed away, Melvin was only seventeen, but helped... Full story
Vernon Dee Turner, 78, went home to be with Jesus on August 10, 2021. His passing was of natural causes. He was born in Glasgow, Montana on October 19, 1942 at Francis Mahon Deaconess Hospital to Kenneth Dee and Marjorie (Pehrson) Turner. He was baptized at the Methodist Church in Glasgow and confirmed later at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Nashua. His early years were spent growing up in the Nashua community where he delivered newspapers on his bicycle in the early morning hours. After doing... Full story
Raymond Archie Padgett, age 94, died August 7, 2021, at Riverstone Hospice House in Billings, Montana surrounded by his three daughters: Renee Bulatowicz, Donita Cantrell, and Marcie Padgett, and his granddaughter, Donna Bulatowicz. Ray was born in Avondale, Montana on January 13, 1927. He graduated from Opheim High School in January 1944 and enlisted in the Navy as an aviation cadet. During WWII, Ray was stationed at naval bases in California and Washington, including at Treasure Island. He... Full story
Wayne C. Qualley, 81, of Apple Valley, Minn. passed away at his home Aug. 10, 2021. Wayne was born in Fargo, ND and grew up on the farm near Horace, ND. He was a 1962 graduate of Concordia College in Moorhead, Minn. Wayne married Deanna Dahl, from Frazer, on June 30, 1962 in Wolf Point. He worked for Control Data, Great Plains Software, and Microsoft for 45+ years before his retirement. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Deanna; children, Denise (Chris) Melander, and John (Val)... Full story
It is with profound sadness that the family of Janet Kay Lentzner announce her sudden, peaceful passing on July 20, 2021 at the age of 68 in Denver, CO. She is preceded in death by her parents, Eddie and Laura Lentzner; brother, Ronald Lentzner and niece Reone Lentzner. Janet will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by her sisters: Beverly (Charles) Lynch of Yacolt, WA and Shirley (Arnold) Lehnert of Libby, MT, her nieces and nephews: DeVon Lentzner of Highlands Ranch, CO, Deni (Kirk) Hogan... Full story
On June 26, 2021, Berta peacefully passed away in her home in Butte, Montana. Berta was born on December 26, 1938, to Robert and Margaret Maguire. She was the third of four daughters. Berta was raised in Butte and graduated from Butte Central High School. While in Butte, she worked at Hannifin Jewelry. She married Bill Connors on June 27, 1959, at the Immaculate Conception Church in Butte. Together, they raised six children across Montana. Stops in Dutton, Billings, Butte, Glasgow Air Force... Full story
Frances Holter was born Jan. 9, 1929 to Luther and Hattie (Yeska) Schultz in Hinsdale. She passed away April 19, 2021. Frances grew up with three brothers and three sisters on a ranch south of Hinsdale. She loved books, especially if the book featured a horse. Reading and learning became a life-long love. After high school, Frances earned her teaching degree and taught in several one-room schoolhouses in northern Montana. Frances married Arthur J. Holter on Dec. 23, 1950 in Glasgow. A fun loving mother, Frances instilled a life-long love of lea... Full story
Larry Unruh was born on the family farm, June 16, 1941 in Shafter, California. He passed away peacefully on July 15, 2021 at the age of 80 in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho. He is survived by his loving partner Brenda, his brother Hal, his sister Jane, his niece Lisa, his nephew Greg, and his Uncle Herb Penner. He spent his formative years in Larslan, Montana. For much of his adult life, he lived in Los Angeles, California where he was an accountant and also an auditor. Later on he moved to Coeur d'... Full story
Raymond Archie Padgett, age 94, died August 7, 2021, at Riverstone Hospice House in Billings, Montana surrounded by his three daughters: Renee Bulatowicz, Donita Cantrell, and Marcie Padgett, and his granddaughter, Donna Bulatowicz. Ray was born in Avondale, Montana on January 13, 1927. He graduated from Opheim High School in January 1944 and enlisted in the Navy as an aviation cadet. During WWII, Ray was stationed at naval bases in California and Washington, including at Treasure Island. He... Full story
Regina "Jean" Mae (LaFond) Goldberg, 85, of Glasgow, Montana passed away Friday, July 23, 2021 at Valley View Home. Jean was born May 2, 1936 in Rockport, Massachusetts to Wilford and Clair (McManus) LaFond. Seven years later her sister, Cynthia, was born and eleven years later her brother, David, joined the family. In 1953 the family moved to Michigan. In 1954 while in Paw Paw Michigan Jean met David Goldberg and the couple married on May 19 of the same year. They welcomed their son, Mike, in... Full story
Douglas "Doug" Frederick Maas, 52, passed away July 27, 2021. He was born in Glasgow, MT on September 4, 1968, to Albert and Elaine Maas. Doug grew up in Nashua and graduated from Nashua High School. He attended MSU Bozeman, College of Engineering, in Bozeman, MT. He married G. Kristine Hanson in Coeur d'Alene, ID on July 4, 1999. They lived in Great Falls, MT for twenty-seven years and in Belt, MT for the last three. Together they had a daughter, Kylie who is 13-years-old. Doug and Kristine... Full story
Sylvia Rebie Redfield was born to Rebie Sylvia (McElwee) and Frank (Schleif) Slife on December 14, 1925 in Atlanta, Georgia. She passed away July 28, 2021 at the age of 95, in Glasgow. She grew up in Atlanta and graduated from Sylvan Girls High School. She graduated from Bucknell University in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania with a major in history and political science and a minor in English. She had always wanted to be a teacher and taught at a country school in Norcross, Georgia. While volunteering a... Full story
• Services for Marvin J. and Julia L. Olson are set for 2 p.m. August 7 at Bell Mortuary, with Military Honors at Highland Cemetery. • Kenneth J. Ross, 80, of Helena, passed away July 25, 2021. Viewing will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday August 4 at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Ave. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 27 at Helena First Assembly of God, 2210 Dodge, Ave. in Helena. A reception will follow the service in the fellowship hal... Full story
On June 26, 2021, Berta peacefully passed away in her home in Butte, Montana. Berta was born on December 26, 1938, to Robert and Margaret Maguire. She was the third of four daughters. Berta was raised in Butte and graduated from Butte Central High School. While in Butte, she worked at Hannifin Jewelry. She married Bill Connors on June 27, 1959, at the Immaculate Conception Church in Butte. Together, they raised six children across Montana. Stops in Dutton, Billings, Butte, Glasgow Air Force... Full story
Please run the following obituary and photo for Ken Bondy in the July 28th issue of the Courier. Thank you and please let me know if you have any questions or need additional information. Thank you – Jeff Bondy Long-time Fort Peck resident Ken Bondy died unexpectedly in Butte, MT on March 8th while recovering from a recent hospital stay. He was born May 8th, 1942, to Orville and Thelma Bondy in Glasgow, Montana who remained in Fort Peck after working on the construction of the Fort Peck Dam. A... Full story
Shirley J. Putz passed away July 19, 2021 at Francis Mahon Deaconess Hospital. Services will be held at a later date. Bell Mortuary is assisting the family. Condolences can be left at bellmortuarymontana.com.... Full story
Rose Olson, 67, of Glasgow, assed away Dec. 1, 2020 surrounded by her family after a battle with cancer. A celebration of life service is planned for 11 a.m. Friday, July 16 at Highland Cemetery, with a luncheon to follow at the Elks Club. Bell Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be left at bellmortuarymontana.com... Full story
Rhoda Squires Beardsley Campbell, 85, passed away at the Wheatland Memorial Hospital on July 3rd, 2021. She was born in Scobey, Montana on August 20, 1935 to Harry and Pansie (Phelps) Squires and raised on a farm that her father had homesteaded. She graduated from Opheim High School. Rhoda was the second youngest child – the Squires family boasted 8 girls and 3 boys. Rhoda was known for having a big heart, a quick laugh and a strong determination to do the right thing. She was always willing t... Full story
On July 1, 2021 the greatest man and cowboy we ever knew rode off into the sunset. Elwyn "Wink" Gordon Cole was born August 26, 1934 to Jack and Melinda Murray in Devils Lake, North Dakota. At the age of 4 he tragically lost his mother. He lived with various aunts for the next few years and due to the depression he was then placed in an orphanage where he lived for two years. At that time he was adopted by his Uncle Elwood "Buck" and Aunt Marguerite "Sis" Cole and moved to Dodson to live with... Full story
Jennifer Lee Limberhand, age 46, entered this world October 31, 1974. Jennifer passed away June 29, 2021, at Billings Clinic after a long battle. She was born to Jasper Lee Limberhand and Maggie Sherryl Longtree in Glasgow. She went to school and graduated from Glasgow High School in 1993. She worked at Glasgow Irrigation for many years then became a stay-at-home mom and grandmother. She met the love of her life, Frank Vandall, in 2001 and started dating in 2005. They raised 5 children together.... Full story
Craig George Robinson, 66, of Saco, passed away June 18, 2021 at St. Vincent Hospital in Billings. Craig was born to G. Ross and June (Caton) Robinson on August 8, 1954, in La Junta, Colorado, while Ross was serving in the U.S. Air Force. At age 2, the family returned to the Rocking Ranch in Saco, where he enjoyed his childhood living on Beaver Creek. Brother Mike joined the family when Craig was 8 yearsof age. The bond he had with his younger brother was treasured. He attended schools in Saco g... Full story
Robert Phillips passed away on Jan. 14 in Oak Harbor, WA from pancreatic cancer at the age of 71. At 2 p.m. July 8, Phillips' family will spread his ashes as the family farm south of Richland. They invite friends and relatives to join them on this occasion. A potluck and BBQ will follow. Bring your own lawn chair. Burgers and refreshments will be provided. Please bring a favorite salad or dessert and a special memory of Phillips to share.... Full story
Memorial Services will be held for Gary Eugene Antonson at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 10 at Nashua Cemetery. Antonson graduated from Wolf Point High School in 1964, and was a long-time resident of Wolf Point and then Glasgow. Antonson went to be with the Lord on Jan. 21 after a two week battle with COVID-19. Penny Stephenson and family invite the public to join them for a luncheon at The Cottonwood Inn following the services.... Full story
David George Diveley, age 74, passed quietly in his sleep July 12, 2020 after complications from a heart condition. He was born July 7, 1964 in Great Falls, MT to George and Mildred Diveley and moved to Glasgow, MT with his family in 1958. During high school he played baritone horn in the Scottie marching band and after graduation in 1964 enlisted in the Army National Guard. While in service he attended Radio Operator School and was inspired by the world of broadcasting. He pursued this passion... Full story
Charlotte Ann "Boss" Coles Hrabak, age 70, passed away at the Billings Clinic Hospital on June 10, 2021. Charlotte was born on July 19, 1950, in Glasgow Montana. She spent her formative years in Malta, Montana where her father Cleo Coles was a photographer on Highway 2. In 1962, her father moved the family to Glasgow, Montana where he set up a new Coles Color Photo Studio. Charlotte went to Grades 7 through 12 in Glasgow and graduated from Glasgow high school in 1968. In 1969 she married and in... Full story
