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,...

DeeAnn I. (Hekkel) Hubert   Our sweet “Dolly” earned her wings, rid her braces and walker, and soared with the angels on Saturday, May 4, 2024.  She was so welcomed into Heaven by our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Mom, Dad, and Tom!   DeeAnn Irene was born on July 16, 1958, in Anaconda, MT., the second of seven children born to William R. and Evelyn Hekkel.   DeeAnn attended Catholic schools in Anaconda until they closed and graduated from Anaconda...

Donald “Don” B. Swanson, age 91, peacefully passed away on April 26, 2024. Don was born on October 8, 1932, to Elmer and Josephine Swanson in Anaconda where he resided his entire life. Don attended St. Paul’s grade school where he found his love for sports. He attended Central High School and was active in baseball, basketball, and football. He was a four-year letterman in Football and Basketball. Don was a member of the 1949 State B Legion Baseball Championship, the 1951...

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...

Gary Michael Jones, age 70, of Anaconda, passed away on April 26, 2024. There are no services planned at this time. Please visit the sidebar to offer the family a condolence or to share a memory of Gary. Longfellow Finnegan Riddle Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Gary and his family.

Marilyn Newell, age 73, of Anaconda, passed away on April 25, 2024. There are no services planned at this time. Please visit the sidebar to offer the family a condolence or to share a memory of Marilyn. Longfellow Finnegan Riddle Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Marilyn and her family.

Beverly Jean White, age 76, of Anaconda, passed away on April 22, 2024.  There are no services planned at this time.  Please visit the sidebar to offer the family a condolence or to share a memory of Bev.  Longfellow Finnegan Riddle Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Bev and her family.

Ruth Ann Puccinelli, 76, passed away April 21, 2024, in Philipsburg, Montana. She was born October 6, 1947 in Anaconda, Montana; daughter of Albert John Clark Sr. and Alice Laureen Kelly Clark. Ruth Ann grew up in Anaconda and graduated Class of 1965 from Anaconda High School where she was a cheerleader and homecoming queen.  She owned her own business, Leading Edge Fitness Center. She loved to dance, was a professional seamstress and a dare devil on the snowmobile. She loved spending...