Glen Hochsteter
Nov 12, 2025
Glen M. Hochstetler, 71, of Gold Creek, MT, passed away unexpectedly at Deer Lodge Medical Center on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. He was born Feb. 15, 1954, to Monroe and Mary Ellen (Slabaugh) Hochstetler, in Elkhart, Indiana.
Leaves behind to mourn:
His loving wife: Pollyanna (Miller) Hochstetler
7 Children: Rose (Jeremy) Miller
Marcus (Julie) Hochstetler
Katie (Jethro) Shrock
Stephen (Anita) Hochstetler
Anthony (JoAnna) Hochstetler
Matthew (Ruth) Hochstetler
Timothy (Alejandra)...
Barbara Kortum
Nov 11, 2025
Barbara Kortum, 74, of Anaconda, passed on November 11, 2025.
No services are planned at this time.
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Longfellow Finnegan Riddle Funeral Home and Crematory have been privileged to care for Barbara and her family.
Thomas Earhart
Nov 8, 2025
Thomas “Tom” Francis Earhart, age 81, passed away at his home on November 8, 2025.
Tom was born in Anaconda on October 14, 1944, to Don and Jeannette (DuMonthier) Earhart. He attended Catholic schools, though he seemed to recall far more stories about his youthful shenanigans than his parochial lessons.
After graduation and a brief stint as a meatcutter, Tom enlisted in...
Patsy Bahsteter
Nov 4, 2025
On the afternoon of Nov. 4th 2025, Patsy Ann Bahsteter passed away at the community nursing home of Anaconda while being comforted and visited by her family, she was 78 years old.
Patsy was born on March 29, 1947, to Frank E. Haacke and Emily “Pat” Haacke. She grew up outside of Philipsburg on the ranch with her two brothers, Wally...
Shirley Ann Nichols
Nov 3, 2025
On November 3, 2025, Shirley “Nana” Ann Baenen Nichols passed from this world in a room overflowing with loving family in the midst of prayer.
Born March 28, 1934, in Libby, Montana, Shirley was the youngest daughter of Ray and Mabel Baenen. After graduating from Libby High School in 1952, her adventurous spirit led her through numerous professions, her favorite being...
Janice Darlene Calhoun
Oct 31, 2025
Janice Darlene Calhoun, age 85, of Anaconda, passed on October 31, 2025.
No services are planned at this time.
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Lisa Ann Vidrine
Oct 25, 2025
Lisa Ann Vidrine was born on January 15th, 1979 in Orange, Texas, to Calvin & Mary Vidrine. Lisa was the fourth of six children, joining Mary, Calvin Jr. & Mae. Shortly after John & Leslie came along. We can only assume that she burst into this world with the excitement and joy that she brought to the rest of those...
Theresa Ida Fries
Oct 21, 2025
Theresa Ida Chriske Fries joined her husband of over 55 years, Stan, when she passed away peacefully, a year and a day after him, on October 21, 2025, at age 85, surrounded by her children and family. Theresa was born April 2, 1940, to Ernest and Helen (Short) Chriske, the first of six children. They lived outside of White...
Roland (Butch) John Aker, Age 82, of Deer Lodge
Oct 19, 2025
Roland (Butch) John Aker, Age 82, of Deer Lodge passed on October 19, 2025.
No services are planned at this time.
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Charles Lee Hinkle
Oct 18, 2025
On Saturday, October 18, 2025, Charles 'Chuck' Hinkle, age 76, of Philipsburg, MT was called to eternity into the arms of our Lord. Chuck was born in Bellingham, WA, to Ben and Sylvia Hinkle. He graduated from Bellingham High School in 1967. As a teenager Chuck spent his years playing football, hunting, waterskiing, and boxing. His father was a...
Barbara Jean (Young) Kelsey
Oct 16, 2025
Barbara "Barb" Young Kelsey, age 73, of Anaconda, passed on October 16, 2025.
No services are planned at this time.
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Betty Jane Burk
Oct 16, 2025
Betty Jane Burk, age 76, of Deer Lodge, passed on October 16, 2025.
No services are planned at this time.
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Robert Bruner Barclay
Oct 13, 2025
Robert Bruner Barclay, age 84, of Butte, passed away on October 13, 2025.
Services are pending at this time.
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Sheila Marie Vanisko
Oct 13, 2025
Sheila Marie Vanisko, born March 27, 1939, in Butte, Montana, passed away peacefully in Anaconda, Montana on October 13, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband John, parents, Charles and Helen Krause; and her brother Chuck Krause.
Sheila is survived by her loving daughter Jill and son Kevin(Rhodalyn); her cherished grandchildren, Brittany and Kyle Vanisko;...
John Joseph Markland
Oct 10, 2025
John Markland was born to parents, Ivan and Eleanor Markland on July 26, 1954, in Anaconda, MT. He passed away on October 10, 2025, in his apartment at 400 Oak Street in Anaconda. He was the oldest of 3 children.
John attended St. Joseph grade school and graduated from Anaconda Senior High School in 1972. After graduating...
Carol Lee Potter
Oct 10, 2025
Carol Lee Potter, age 70, of Montana, passed away on October 10, 2025.
There are no services planned at this time.
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William "Bill" Ralph Perry
Oct 9, 2025
Bill Perry died in his home in Deer Lodge on Thursday. He left this world with his 90 years and with a lifetime of service.
He leaves behind the love of his life, Ellen Perry, his 5 children, and 12 grandchildren, and one greatgrandchild.
He was born in Tucson, Arizona, to Elsie Lorenz Conlyn and...
Vernon "Ted" Charles Cook Sr.
Oct 6, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved father and grandfather, Vernon Charles "Ted" Cook, on October 6, 2025, at the age of 90 in Anaconda, Montana. Known affectionately by his family as Teddie, he was a man whose love, humor, and presence filled every room—and every heart.
Ted was born on June 6,...
Ronald Peterson
Oct 5, 2025
Ronald Erwin Peterson
April 24, 1944 – October 5, 2025
His Lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy Lord. Matthew 25:21
Ronald Erwin Peterson (Big Pete,...
Deborah "Debbie" Darlene Meloy
Oct 4, 2025
Debbie Darlene Fergerson Meloy passed away on October 4, 2025 at the age of 67. She was a beloved mom, daughter, sister, partner and friend.
Debbie was the daughter of Arthur and Mariella Fergerson. She was born on July 4, 1958 in Anaconda, MT. Debbie lived her entire life in Anaconda and never wanted to be anywhere...
