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Recent Obituaries
Havre, Montana & Surrounding Areas
Michael Steven Lillie
Sep 7, 2020
Mike Lillie liked a saying that goes, "There is more to life than increasing its speed." Perhaps, it rang true to him, given that he lived his life pursuing dreams with passion and gifting everyone he encountered with sincere help and, very often, hearty laughter.
Mike passed away Sept. 7, 2020, in Havre, Montana, after spending his...
Harvey Stanley
Sep 2, 2020
Harvey Stanley, Wah-pun-Ah-Tuk (Morning Star), passed away due to natural causes on September 2, 2020, at Peace Hospice in Great Falls. Wake services will begin at 3:00 p.m. and will continue until his funeral service, which will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 3, 2020, all at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. Burial will be in the Rocky Boy...
Fred R. Stump
Aug 28, 2020
Fred R. Stump was born March 28, 1926, to John Stump, Sr. and Elizabeth Black Tongue. He passed away August 28, 2020.
Fred was a diligent worker, working for the BIA for 33 years. He had a great sense of humor and was well-liked by people he worked with. He took his responsibilities as a husband, father,...
Minnie Mccann
Aug 26, 2020
When Minnie McCann was little, a policeman brought her home after discovering the child had "run away." But she was not running away. She had been exploring, Minnie later recalled. Her adventurous spirit never tired throughout her 82 years. Minnie passed away in her home in Havre in the early hours of August 26 surrounded by family. Minnie Hannicker...
Velma Elaine Christensen
Aug 20, 2020
Velma Elaine Christensen, 95, passed away due to natural causes at Northern Montana Care Center on Thursday, August 20, 2020. Cremation has taken place, and graveside services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 19, 2020, in Highland Cemetery. Velma's family has suggested memorial donations be made in her memory to Messiah Lutheran Church, Your Network of...
Donna Sue Meyers
Aug 20, 2020
Donna Sue Meyers, 74, passed away due to natural causes on August 20, 2020, at Sheridan Memorial Hospital in Sheridan, Wyoming. Wake services will begin at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 23, 2020, and will continue until her funeral service which will be at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, August 24, 2020, all at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. Holland &...
Sharon Elizabeth Descharme
Aug 20, 2020
Sharon Elizabeth Descharm, "Grandmother that watches over you", 35, passed away due to natural causes at her parents' residence on Thursday, August 20, 2020. Wake services will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, August 21, and will continue until her funeral service which will take place at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 22, 2020, all at the Watson Family Residence...
Ramona Louise Favel
Aug 19, 2020
Ramona Louise Favel, 87, passed away due to natural causes on Wednesday, August 19, 2020, at Peace Hospice in Great Falls. Wake services will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, August 21, 2020, rosary services will be at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, and funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 22, 2020, all at St. Anthony's...
Alan John Bachini
Aug 16, 2020
Alan J. Bachini, 60, passed away at Northern Montana Hospital on Sunday, August 16, 2020. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held when Alan's friends and family can gather to celebrate his life. Family suggests memorial contributions in Alan's honor be made to the Havre Trap Club or a memorial of one's choice. Holland &...
Harriet Bernice Brown
Aug 15, 2020
Harriett B. Brown, 92, passed away due to natural causes at Northern Montana Hospital on Saturday, August 15, 2020. Cremation has taken place, and memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, August 28, 2020, at the Abundant Life Ministries with Pastor Brian Barrows officiating. Holland & Bonine Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Please visit...
Kathleen Joy Cook
Aug 13, 2020
Kathleen Joy (Govier) Cook, 63, joined her Lord and Savior at Peace Hospice in Great Falls, MT on Thursday, August 13, 2020 after a five year battle with cancer. Due to Covid-19, the family will hold a small private celebration of life memorial service. Holland & Bonine Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.
Kathleen Joy (Govier)...
Mary John Taylor
Aug 11, 2020
Mary J. Taylor, 78, passed away due to natural causes at Sweet Memorial Nursing Home on Tuesday, August 11, 2020. Cremation has taken place, and memorial services will be held when Mary's friends and family are able to gather to celebrate her life. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the Harlem Public Library. Holland & Bonine...
Robert E. Swagerty
Aug 11, 2020
Robert Swagerty, 88, of Havre, Montana passed away on August 11, 2020, at Northern Montana Hospital, his wife Dorothy at his bedside. Cremation has taken place and graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 17, 2020, with military honors. Bob's family has suggested memorial donations be made in his name to the Fifth Avenue Christian...
Lester Richard Ophus
Aug 6, 2020
Lester R. Ophus, 84, passed away due to natural causes at the Northern Montana Care Center with his wife by his side on Thursday, August 6, 2020. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. at the Hanson Ranch . Lester's family has suggested memorial donations be made in...
Merle Udale Tendoy
Aug 5, 2020
Merle Tendoy, 63, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, August 5, 2020. Wake services will be held on Thursday, and funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 7, 2020, all at the Tendoy residence on Summerwinds Road. Burial will follow in the Haystack Family Cemetery. Holland & Bonine Funeral Home has been entrusted with...
Frank Gregory Henry
Aug 2, 2020
Frank Henry, 57, passed away due to natural causes at his residence on August 2, 2020, Wake services will be held on Monday, August 3, and will continue until his funeral service, which will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 5, all at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Box Elder. Burial will follow in the Box Elder Cemetery....
Frances "Frankie" Cowan
Jul 31, 2020
Frances "Frankie" Cowan, 85, passed away on July 31 st of natural causes in Billings. Cremation has taken place, and private family graveside services will be held.
Frankie was born in Havre on November 11, 1934 to Esther and Herman Weyh. She attended school in Havre and graduated from Havre High in 1953. She married James Cowan...
Tyler James Big Bow
Jul 25, 2020
Tyler James Big Bow, O-Sah Mistatim (Yellow Horse), 26, passed away due to injuries sustained in a vehicle accident on Saturday, July 25, 2020, in Sioux City, IA. Wake services will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 29, 2020, and will continue until his funeral service, which will be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 30, 2020, all...
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