All Obituaries

Michael Lee Unti, of Union, South Carolina, formerly of Montana, died peacefully in his sleep on July 24, 2023, at the age of 73. Mike was born in Seattle, Washington on July 13, 1950, to Francis Evans Peter Unti and Verna Elizabeth Unti. Mike was an Eagle Scout and completed high school at Shawnee Mission South in Kansas before going on to Washington and Lee University where he was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa his senior year. After graduating with a B.A. in 1972 and then completing two...

Doris E. Blaz passed away on March 9, 2024 at the Big Sky Senior Living Facility in Butte, Mt. She was born to Gilbert & Judith Gunderson on March 4, 1930 in Aneta, ND. and grew up on the family farm in Cooperston, ND. While in high school she held various jobs and graduated from high school in 1947. She went on to receive a teaching certificate, and taught at a one-room country school house and took flying lessons. Doris came to Montana in June, 1948, where she met her future husband,...

In Loving Memory of Joseph Eugene Ashley Jr.  April 22, 1971 – March 6th, 2024 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Joe, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend. He departed from this world on March 6 in his home, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories. Joe was born on April 22, 1971, in Columbia, SC., where he grew up surrounded by family and friends. He was the son of the late Joseph Eugene Ashley and the late Susie Haltiwanger...

On the morning of February 13, 2024, Joe passed away at his home in the care of Anaconda Pintler Hospice and surrounded by his family. He was 80 years old. His health had been in decline for several years due to a number of serious illnesses. Joe had a long career in mining and heavy construction. He started with the Anaconda Company in various positions, most notably as an overhead crane operator, where he worked until the company’s closure in 1980. He continued to operate heavy...

Mary Elizabeth Mullen died peacefully on November 2, 2023, of natural causes in her hometown of Anaconda, MT. Mary was 71 years old. Mary was born in Anaconda, MT on January 20,1952. She was the second child, and first daughter of a large family of ten children born to Charles and Margaret Mullen. Mary was a 1970 graduate of Anaconda Central High School. She graduated with a B.S. in Psychology in 1974 from Carroll College in Helena, MT. Mary’s son Josh was born a few years...

    Patricia “Pat” Jean Abbott, age 90, of Philipsburg, MT, passed away on April 3, 2024. Pat was born on September 2, 1933, to Duane and Mildred Maxson in Bozeman, Montana. She was raised in Bozeman, Billings, and Butte and graduated from Butte High School in 1951. She went on to graduate from Montana State College in 1954 with a degree in nursing. In 1954, Pat married Don Abbott. Don and Pat had three children, Nancy, Kim, and Jeff. Pat and Don moved to...

James (Jim) Richard Sturm passed away peacefully at home on March 29, 2024, surrounded by his family and friends, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born on May 20, 1953, in Anaconda, MT, to Jerry and Dorothy Sturm, Jim was a lifelong resident of his beloved hometown (where he enjoyed his constant visits with his family and friends). He married his love Tammy (Kish) Sturm on May 11, 1991, and their union was later blessed by the Catholic Church on March 23, 2002. Jim retired...

    Agnes passed away peacefully at home on April 3, 2024. Born in Anaconda on December 1, 1941 to Pat Sweeney and Lucille Weimer-Sweeney. Agnes attended St Paul’s grade school and Anaconda High School. Agnes married Jerry Funston August 3rd, 1959 in Tacoma, Washington. They moved back to Anaconda in December of 1961. Agnes and Jerry had five beautiful children. She was a stay at home mom until the twins were in middle school. She then went to work at the Senior...

Lois Virginia Harris, 87 years old, passed away on the first day of Spring, March 20, 2024. It was a glorious sunny afternoon that she would have appreciated. She was at her home for the last 3 years, New Horizons Assisted Living in Anaconda surrounded by family and the caring staff of New Horizons. Lois was born August 10, 1936 in Hannaford, ND. She was the eldest daughter of Kathryn (Ohman) Hareland and Sidney Hareland. Soon after her birth, the family moved to Anaconda where she resided...

Wayne Babich, beloved son, brother, and friend, fell asleep in the Lord on March 28, 2024, at the age of 59. He was born in Anaconda, Montana, on September 14, 1964, to Mladen and Natalie Babich. Known for his loving nature and gentle soul, Wayne was always ready with a kind word and an infectious smile. He was a devoted caregiver to his family and cherished his time spent with loved ones. Wayne had a special bond with animals, finding joy not only in the company of his pets but in everyone...