Albert Valentine Messer
Jan 16, 2025
Albert Messer died peacefully on Thursday January 16, 2025, at the age of 89.
Albert was born on February 19,1935, in Hettinger North Dakota to Katie and John Messer. He married the love of his life Dolores Gerhardt in August 1956. Leaving North Dakota, the couple settled in Anaconda in 1963 and opened Coast to Coast Hardware,...
Alice Margaret Beam
Jan 15, 2025
Alice Margaret Lacy Beam, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on January 15, 2025, at the age of 84.
Alice was born on May 7, 1940, in Livingstonville, NY, to Henrietta (Hipfl) and Leland Judson Lacy. She was the fourth of eight siblings and grew up in Middleburgh, NY, where she began to form...
Laverne Doris Jourdonais
Jan 13, 2025
Laverne Doris Jourdonais, 86, was born and raised in Anaconda, MT. Laverne spent 2 years in the US Marine Corp before starting her family. She later joined the US Army Reserves and dedicated over 20 years, where she retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. Laverne had a servants heart, which she exhibited in her dedication as a nurse, both in...
Joshua "Josh" Charles Brenton
Jan 9, 2025
Joshua "Josh" Charles Brenton, age 45, of Deer Lodge, Montana, passed away on January 9, 2025. The obituary will be posted in the coming days.
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Shirley Ann Manson
Jan 9, 2025
Shirley Ann Manson, age 81, of Anaconda, passed away on January 9, 2025.
Shirley Ann Manson was born in Anaconda on July 15, 1943, to Mario and Rena (Moreni) Ungaretti. She was welcomed into the family by her older brother, Bob, and spent her childhood in the east end of town surrounded by an Italian contingency of...
Kristi Deshae Pflug
Jan 9, 2025
Kristi DeShae Pflug, age 54, of Anaconda, passed away on January 9, 2025. Services are pending and will be published when arrangements are finalized. Please check back soon for full service details and the obituary.
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Mladen Babich
Jan 7, 2025
In Loving Memory of Mladen Babich August 15, 1929–January 7, 2025
Mladen "Babo" Babich passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of courage, generosity, and a life well-lived. Born in Bileća, Republika Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mladen's remarkable journey began amidst the challenges of World War II. Drafted at the tender age of 15, he served with...
Larry Eugene Spangberg
Jan 6, 2025
Larry was born in Eau Claire, WI in 1941 and thanks to a trip Out West with his big brother Wimpy when he was 12, Larry moved to Montana at age 31 to fulfill a lifelong dream of living in the mountains and being a mountain man. He had an extensive background in Montana history and followed his passion...
Thomas Scott Ouellette
Jan 6, 2025
Thomas Scott Ouellette
March 10th, 1961 - January 6th, 2025
Tom peacefully passed away at his home on January 6th. He survived being the 4th born child of Ben and Phyllis Ouellette and was born in Great Falls, MT. He attended elementary school in Missoula, Montana and although not the most dedicated student, graduated from...
Larry Eugene Spanberg
Jan 6, 2025
Larry Eugene Spanberg, age 83, of Deer Lodge, Montana, passed away on January 6, 2025.
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Earlene Vivian Panek
Jan 2, 2025
Earlene Vivian Panek, age 74, of Goldcreek, Montana, passed away on January 2, 2025.
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Darlene Francis Roberts
Dec 31, 2024
It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of Darlene Francis Roberts.
She will be greatly missed by all.
“Darn” absolutely embraced life, she could light up a room with her smile and
fun loving personality. She could cook up a storm and whip up a mean potato
salad...
Kristopher "Kris" Vauthier
Dec 30, 2024
August 30, 1983 – December 30, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, son, brother, grandson, cousin, police officer, and friend, Kristopher William Vauthier, who peacefully passed away at the age of 41 on December 30, 2024.
Kris was born on August 30, 1983, in Anaconda, Montana, to Bill...
Donald Wayne Simpson
Dec 28, 2024
Donald Wayne Simpson, 71 of Deer Lodge, MT passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024 at his home. He was the son of Jesse and Cora Simpson, the youngest of their ten children. He was born in Silverton, OR on June 12, 1953. He graduated from High School in Silverton, OR in 1971. He married his first wife...
Thelma Kathleen Piper
Dec 23, 2024
Thelma Kathleen Piper, age 68, of Butte, Montana, passed away on December 23, 2024.
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Carl Stephen Jess
Dec 20, 2024
Carl S. Jess passed away peacefully on December 20th, 2024, at the age of 89, in Anaconda, Montana, at his family home, "the Big House" with his daughter by his side, and his sons, grandchildren, great grandchildren and many family members in attendance. Born on January 27, 1935, Carl led a life marked by kindness, humor, and steadfastness. He...
Charles Edwin Brown Jr.
Dec 18, 2024
Charles Edwin Brown Jr., age 94, of Deer Lodge, Montana, passed away on December 18, 2024.
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Helen Agnes Holzer
Dec 11, 2024
Helen Agnes Holzer, age 89, of Anaconda, Montana, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024. She spent her final days surrounded by the love of her family.
Helen was born on the family farm on September 17, 1935, in Selfridge, North Dakota to Balzer and Margaret Feist. She grew up on the farm with her parents and...
Lauralee West
Dec 9, 2024
Lauralee West, age 86, of Anaconda, Montana, passed away on December 9, 2024. Services are pending and will be announced when arrangements are finalized. Please visit the sidebar to offer the family a condolence or to share a memory of Lauralee. Longfellow Finnegan Riddle Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Lauralee and her family....
Chad Allen Miller
Dec 8, 2024
Chad Allen Miller, age 51, of Whitefish, Montana, passed away on November 27, 2024. Services will be held in the coming days and will be announced when arrangements are finalized. Please visit the sidebar to offer the family a condolence or share a memory of Chad. Longfellow Finnegan Riddle Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been privileged to care...
