OBITUARIES

Jan 27, 2021

John Thomas Drescher, 65, formerly of Anaconda, Montana, died in Morven, North Carolina, after a brief illness.  Cremation has taken place and private funeral services will be held at a later date.

Jan 25, 2021

Ron passed away on Monday, January 25, 2021 at the Community Hospital of Anaconda.

Ron was born to Gerald and Thelma (Weir) O’Brien on June 27, 1955.

In his youth, Ron (Obe) was known to have many memorable friends, most of whom had appropriate nicknames. If you didn’t have a nickname, he would give you...

Jan 23, 2021

Marilyn R. (Dougherty) St. Pierre, age 97, passed away on January 23, 2021 in her home, surrounded by her loving sister Charlene Hagan, nieces Janice and Marilyn, and her close friend Marilou Verlanic.  The devoted care of her family allowed her to remain in her home, in keeping with her wishes.  Marilyn died as she lived, quietly, prayerfully, and...

Jan 13, 2021

Lorraine (Lillian Lorraine) passed away 1-13-2021 at New Horizons Assisted Living in Anaconda, MT.

Renee as she was known to family and friends was born on 12-25-1924 to Gertrude Oldhaber and Andrew Anderson. She joined 4 siblings; Paul, Helen, Robert and Edna and was followed by three more brothers and sisters; Roy, Betty and Shirley.

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Jan 10, 2021

Jack Oberweiser, beloved husband, father, brother, grandpa, great-grandpa, teacher, coach, and friend has gone home to meet our Lord.

It is with great sadness that we must say goodbye to the man we love so much. But through our tears, our faith brings joy knowing he has made his way home to our Heavenly Father and will...

Jan 9, 2021

On January 9, 2021, it is with heavy hearts and great sadness we said goodbye to someone we truly loved. Joseph C. Stranieri passed away surrounded by his family and partner Charlotte MacDonald.

Joe was born April 3, 1938 to Katherine (Moreni) Stranieri-Gilbert and Joseph "Banjo" Stranieri. Joe was a Goosetown kid throughout his life. His father...

Jan 8, 2021

LOUISE AGNES SLETTON

“Death and I crossed paths last week.

We didn’t shake hands or even look each other in the eye.

It was more like two vapor trails

Etching ‘X’s in the sky,

Then fading away”.

-Louise Sletton

On January 8, 2021, a bluebird...

Jan 5, 2021

Edward “Ed” Charles Mellon passed away on January 5, 2021, in Dillon, Montana at 78 years old.  Ed was born in Anaconda, Montana on February 23, 1942.  He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Germaine Mellon; sister and brother-in-law, Brad and Betty Roeder; brother-in-law, Charles Houston; and nephew, Wayne Houston.  Ed loved watching The Price Is...

Jan 1, 2021

Obituary for Sharon Connors – 80

Oct. 16, 1940 – Jan. 1, 2021

Sharon Marie (McDonald) Connors, of Anaconda, departed this life in peace and comfort on January 1, 2021 with her family surrounding and supporting her as she started her journey to heaven. She passed away due to the progression of Alzheimer’s disease complicated...

Jan 1, 2021

Services for Lucas Jenkin, 29, of South Heart were held at 11:00 am Wednesday, January 13, 2020 at Stevenson Funeral Home in Dickinson, ND.  Public visitation will be 9-11 am.

Please adhere to social distancing guidelines provided by the CDC and ND Department of Health.  To view the live webcast of Lucas’s funeral service, please go to...

Dec 29, 2020

Hazel Bernadette Schafer, 94, longtime resident of Opportunity, MT, passed away of natural causes on Tue, Dec 29, 2020, at Anaconda Community Hospital in Anaconda, MT. She was a resident of Opportunity for 63 years and was just 20 days shy of her 95th birthday. Hazel was born on Jan 18, 1926, in New Rockford, ND, to Peter and...

Dec 28, 2020

Mary Alice Magness

Mary Alice Magness, one of Anaconda’s all-time favorites, celebrated a longtime goal last June 24th, reaching her 100th birthday.  She passed away on December 28, 2020, making it to 100 plus 6 months.  She endured 18 Presidential administrations, from Woodrow Wilson to Donald Trump (and almost Joe Biden), Prohibition, Depression, World War II, Korean...

Dec 26, 2020

Clifford Earl Graveley was 98 years old.  He was born on June 4th, 1922 on the home ranch and passed December 26, 2020 at his ranch home.  He is the son of Charles and Rhoda Graveley.

Cliff went to school in Avon to the eighth grade and worked on the home ranch otherwise.  He married Patricia E....

Dec 24, 2020

Marilyn “Andy” Anderson passed away on Thursday, December 24, 2020 from COVID-19 and COPD.

The daughter of Monty and Margaret Anderson was raised and educated in Anaconda.  She started her working career as a clerk at Ovilles Foods and Kelly Meat Market.

After Orville’s closed, Andy went to work at Sweetheart Bakery and later at...

Dec 24, 2020

Duane Hart, 70, of Deer Lodge, died on Thursday, December 24, 2020, at the Deer Lodge Medical Center.  Services are pending.

Dec 20, 2020

Paul V. Sullivan – 84

On December 20, 2020, Paul V. “Sull” Sullivan went home to the lord after an ongoing battle with Parkinson’s.  The first of seven children, Paul was born July 11, 1936 to Paul and Helen (Gallagher) Sullivan. Paul was an avid athlete in school. By the time he was 13, he pitched American...

Dec 12, 2020

At the age of 47, Patrick O’Connor (“Big Jake”) died unexpectedly but peacefully surrounded by family at the Anaconda Community Hospital on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 12:57 PM. Patrick was born on January 3, 1973 to Pat O’Connor and Marsha Freman (who later married Neil Freman).

Patrick was preceded in death by his Mother Marsha, his...

Dec 12, 2020

Richard (Rick) A, Fisher passed away December 12, 2020 at his residence in Anaconda, Rick would have turned 56 this year on Christmas day, born in Anaconda. Rick had numerous jobs throughout his life. He worked as a maintenance man, drove truck, his latest job was a cashier at West Thriftway in Anaconda until he was forced to quit...

Dec 12, 2020

Mary Jean “Midgie” McGee was born on January 1st, 1943 in Chinook, Montana to Molly (Blatt) and John Gilbert.  She eventually found her way and settled in Anaconda, Montana where she passed peacefully at her home with her loved ones by her side.

She was the most kind and generous person one could have known.  She touched...

Dec 11, 2020

Marjorie "Marg" Hancock, 84, of Anaconda, died peacefully on Friday, December 11th at home with her beloved dog.  She is now in heaven with her husband "Jim".  She is buried at Mt. Olivet Cemetery overlooking her church, Redeemer Lutheran.  We want to send a special thank you to all the doctors, nurses, and emergency responders.