OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for Families in Anaconda, MT

Serving Anaconda, Montana & Surrounding Areas

Timothy Allen Lofing Sr.

Timothy Allen Lofing Sr.

Oct 31, 2024

Timothy Allen Lofing Sr. passed away peacefully at his home on October 31, 2024.  Tim was born the youngest boy of 5 children on a small farm in Columbus, Montana on January 29th, 1944, to Alex and Marie Lofing.  He worked for the smelter in Anaconda, Montana until 1980 and became a pipefitter and welder until retirement.  He was...

Joshua "Josh" Walter Reid

Joshua "Josh" Walter Reid

Oct 30, 2024

Joshua "Josh" Walter Reid, age 30, of Anaconda and Deer Lodge, 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 Josh.

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Lenley Ward Paul

Lenley Ward Paul

Oct 25, 2024

In Loving Memory of Lenley Ward Paul

Lenley (Lenny), a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on October 25, 2024, at the age of 79. Known for his hardworking spirit, love for family, and dedication to his faith, Lenny leaves behind a legacy rich with memories and love.

Lenny was born and raised...

Marilyn Kay Holm

Marilyn Kay Holm

Oct 23, 2024

Marilyn  Kay Holm age 75 passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024 at her home in Anaconda. Marilyn was the youngest child of Earl and Mildred Sager and was raised in Anaconda with her two brothers Earl and Robert Sager.  Marilyn graduated high school in Anaconda in 1967 and attended Western Montana College. She worked at Galen State Hospital...

Donald "Donnie" Vucasovich

Donald "Donnie" Vucasovich

Oct 23, 2024

On October 23, 2024, Donald “Donnie Vu” Vucasovich left this life to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Donnie was born on October 26th, 1942, at St. Ann's Hospital in Anaconda, MT. He was the second child to Voin and Danica Vucasovich.

Donnie, who had been blind since birth, did not let that...

Blair Nicole Conrady

Blair Nicole Conrady

Oct 23, 2024

Our sweet beloved Blair passed away unexpectedly on October 23rd, 2024.  Blair was born on September 23rd 1988 to parents Sandra and Val Widmer.  She was raised with siblings Vern, Kerry, Cory, Eddy, Megan, and RJ whom she loved very much.

Blair was a wild child growing up, she was mischievous and very good at climbing the...

John Nicholas Palakovich Jr

John Nicholas Palakovich Jr

Oct 22, 2024

On October 22, John Palakovich, 94, passed away in Billings, MT while recovering from an injury.

John was born in Anaconda on December 3, 1929, to John Nicholas Palakovich, Sr. and Helen Veronica (Laslovich) Palakovich. He was the fifth of eight children. The family lived in a small three bedroom house in Goosetown that had only one...

Patricia "Pat" Higgins

Patricia "Pat" Higgins

Oct 20, 2024

Our beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, Patricia “Pat” Higgins, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at BeeHive Homes in Butte.

Born Irene Patricia Sullivan on August 15, 1934, in Anaconda, MT, to James and Cecelia (Sugrue) Sullivan, Pat was the oldest of four children. She and her siblings, Connie, Jim Jr., and Kathy grew up...

Joseph Arthur Lombardi

Joseph Arthur Lombardi

Oct 20, 2024

Joseph Arthur Lombardi, age 81, of Deer Lodge, passed away on October 20, 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 Joseph.

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Phillip "Stan" Stanley Fries

Phillip "Stan" Stanley Fries

Oct 20, 2024

On October 20, 2024, Stan Fries made one more trip up Mt. Powell to the Dempsey Lakes, but didn’t stop at the top this time. Stan passed away peacefully at age 93, after a final weekend surrounded by family and friends, in Deer Lodge, MT, his home of over 55 years. Stan will be remembered for his heart, and...

Mary "Sue" Ehman

Mary "Sue" Ehman

Oct 12, 2024

Mary Sue (“Sue”) Ehman passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024, at the age of 81, in Anaconda, Montana, at her family home, “the Big House” with her daughter by her side, and her brother and many family members in attendance. Born on January 24, 1943, Sue led a life marked by kindness, thoughtfulness, and a deep commitment to...

Leo Raymond Scholler

Leo Raymond Scholler

Oct 10, 2024

Leo Raymond Scholler, affectionately known as "King Papa," passed away surrounded by his loved ones, on October 10, 2024, at the age of 80. Leo fought many health battles over the years but continued to be a symbol of resilience and strength until the very end.

Born on July 6, 1944, in International Falls, MN to Otto...

Kay Ann Kiewatt

Kay Ann Kiewatt

Oct 6, 2024

Kay Ann Kiewatt, age 83, of Anaconda, passed away on October 6, 2024. Kay was born July 10, 1941, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to Harold and Vivian (Foster) Greeley.

Kay attended grade school in Adams, Wisconsin. Her family moved to Waseca, Minnesota in 1958, for Harold's employment. Kay graduated from Waseca High School in 1959.

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Clayton Allen Ferrell

Clayton Allen Ferrell

Sep 27, 2024

Clayton  Allen Ferrell, age 73, of Thermopolis, Wyoming, passed away on September 27, 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 Clayton. Longfellow Finnegan Riddle Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Clayton and his...

George Wesely Mcclain

George Wesely Mcclain

Sep 25, 2024

Our beloved George W. McClain, 55, of Philipsburg, Montana passed away on September 25, 2024; after a courageous battle with cancer.

George W. or as his family and friends called him, “Georgie” is survived by the love of his life, Debi, his two sons Joseph(Jasmine) and JayCe McClain, and his absolute joys, his grandchildren Lyza, Kolson, Kylah...

Francis Joseph Devine

Francis Joseph Devine

Sep 25, 2024

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our Dear “Poppa” Frankie.

Frankie was born in Anaconda, at ‘the old St. Anne’s’, to Joseph Patrick and Anne Elizabeth Devine. He was much loved by his parents and enjoyed a happy, loving and cousin-filled childhood. He went to High School in Anaconda and graduated in 1961....

Nancy Ruth Mccollom

Nancy Ruth Mccollom

Sep 23, 2024

On Monday, September 23rd, 2024, three days after her 81st birthday, our beloved sister and aunt Nancy Ruth McCollom went to be with the Lord surrounded by her loving family.

Nancy was born September 20th, 1943, in Anaconda, MT, to Jim and June McCollom, joining her brother Jack. Fourteen years later, she welcomed her sister Vicki, to...

Peggy Pearson

Peggy Pearson

Sep 21, 2024

With incredibly sad hearts, Peggy (Reiss) Pearson, age 75 born to Frank and Emma Reiss on November 30, 1948, passed away on September 21, 2024, at The Anaconda Community Hospital with her loving family by her side.

Peggy grew up in Anaconda, attended Saint Paul and Saint Joseph grade school. She was a Handmaid of the Alter...

Calvin J Stokes

Calvin J Stokes

Sep 19, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Calvin J. Stokes (Cal) on Thursday, September 19th, 2024 at the age of 84.  Cal passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones at Community Hospital of Anaconda.

Cal was born to John and Florence Stokes on August 13th, 1940, in Missoula, MT.  The early years...

Barbara Ann Silvey

Barbara Ann Silvey

Sep 16, 2024

Barbara Ann Silvey, age 83, of Philipsburg, passed away on September 16, 2024.

Services are pending and will be announced when set.

Please visit the sidebar to offer the family a condolence or to share a memory of Barbara.

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