Obituaries

Robert George Patrick

Robert George Patrick

Apr 27, 2025

Robert George "Bob" Patrick, age 83, passed away April 27, 2025, at his residence.

Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Hazel Belle Miller

Hazel Belle Miller

Apr 27, 2025

Hazel Belle Miller, age 98, peacefully passed away on April 27, 2025, while residing at St. Lukes Extended Care in Ronan. Hazel was born in Rapid City, South Dakota on March 9, 1927, to George Fernley Platt and Olive May Platt.

Growing up in Lead, South Dakota, she moved to Hamilton, Montana at the age of 11 and later graduated from...

Richard Harvey Taylor

Richard Harvey Taylor

Apr 25, 2025

Richard Harvey "Rick" Taylor, age 78, passed away April 25, 2025, at his residence.

Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Devin Blake Fryslie

Devin Blake Fryslie

Apr 25, 2025

Devin Blake Fryslie, age 34, passed away on April 25, 2025, only two days after his birthday.

Devin was an avid Bronco’s fan. He liked many sports such as football, basketball, doing a bit of hiking, and floating the river when the chance occurred. He also liked playing pool and singing karaoke.

He had many friends that enjoyed his company. They all...

Daniel Lynn Schlamp

Daniel Lynn Schlamp

Apr 24, 2025

Daniel Lynn Schlamp, age 71, passed away April 24, 2025, at his residence.

Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Wendy Rae Fairchild

Wendy Rae Fairchild

Apr 21, 2025

We are devastated to announce that our family rock, Wendy Rae Fairchild, passed unexpectedly at home in Polson on Monday, April 21st, 2025.

Wendy was born on August 31st, 1962, to Mary Ann and Leon Person in Seattle WA. The oldest of 3 children, Wendy became a big sister to younger brothers Scott and Paul. The family would later relocate to...

Clarice Danialle Phiel

Clarice Danialle Phiel

Apr 21, 2025

Clarice Danialle "Dani" Phiel, age 82, passed away April 24, 2025, at her residence.

Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Robert Gene Vert

Robert Gene Vert

Apr 18, 2025

Robert Gene "Bob" Vert, age 89, passed away April 18, 2025, at St. Joseph Medical Center, Polson.

Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Betty Ann Mason

Betty Ann Mason

Apr 14, 2025

Betty Ann Mason, age 78, of Polson, Montana, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital after a long and courageous struggle.

Betty was born on October 14, 1946, in Van Nuys, California, to Paul Hensley and Martha Patin, of Kentucky and Louisiana, respectively. She spent much of her adult life in Walnut Creek, California, where she...

Robert Silver Hanson Jr.

Robert Silver Hanson Jr.

Apr 9, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce the loss of our husband, father, papa, friend and all-around great guy! Robert Silver Hanson Jr, 84, passed away peacefully on April 9th, 2025, in Kalispell, Montana surrounded by his family.

Robert was born in Ronan, Montana to Bob and Mercedes Hanson. He attended schools in Ronan later graduating high school in 1958. He...

John Peter Freemole

John Peter Freemole

Apr 8, 2025

Our valiant warrior, John Peter Freemole, peacefully completed his earthly journey on April 8, 2025, at his home in Polson with loved ones nearby to support him. His life began January 5th, 1951, in Aurora, CO, the second born to George and Marjorie Freemole. With his father in the Air Force, John & his family were on the move. One...

Loren Rodney Crane

Loren Rodney Crane

Apr 6, 2025

Loren Rodney Crane, age 62, passed away April 6, 2025, at his residence.

Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Susan Marie Howlett

Susan Marie Howlett

Apr 6, 2025

Susan Marie Howlett, age 69, a real-life shining star, with a heart as big as the ocean & enough love for everyone, has finished her grand adventure of this life. Firm in her faith, and happy with a life well lived. She passed away April 6, 2025, at home with her children by her side, after a hard-fought battle with...

William Clyde Fraley

William Clyde Fraley

Apr 1, 2025

William Clyde "Bill" Fraley, age 69, passed away April 1, 2025, at St. Patrick Hospital, Missoula.

Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Patricia Ann Salomon

Patricia Ann Salomon

Apr 1, 2025

Patricia Ann (Greene) Salomon, 95, passed away on April 1st, 2025, in Polson, Montana surrounded by family and friends.

Patricia was born on March 30th, 1930, in Butte, Montana to Tom and Nan Ruth Greene. She was raised in Whitehall where her parents, Tom and Nan Ruth, ran the local grocery store.

After high school, Pat attended college prior to moving to...

Sherree Lynn Duncan

Sherree Lynn Duncan

Mar 30, 2025

Sherree Lynn Duncan, age 70, passed away March 30, 2025, at her residence.

Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Doreen Margaret Trusler

Doreen Margaret Trusler

Mar 26, 2025

Doreen Margaret Trusler passed away peacefully during the early morning hours of March 26, 2025, in Ronan, Montana. She was born June 24, 1928, on the prairies of Saskatchewan to Edgar and Pearl Ament along with her twin sister, Doreen and Dorothy joined older brother Lloyd. The twins formed a close, strong, life-long bond. Best friends, confidants, and travel partners;...

Bessie Mae Ferrel

Bessie Mae Ferrel

Mar 24, 2025

Bessie Mae Ferrel, age 92, passed away March 24, 2025, at Kalispell Rehab and Nursing. 

Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Judith Ann Giles

Judith Ann Giles

Mar 23, 2025

Judith Ann Giles, age 82, passed away March 23, 2025, at her residence.

Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Dorris May Novak

Dorris May Novak

Mar 22, 2025

Dorris May Novak, age 93, passed away March 22, 2025, at Hot Springs Health and Rehab.

Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.