Obituaries
Robert George Johnson
Jun 15, 2026
Robert George Johnson, age 77, passed away June 15, 2026, at St. Patrick Hospital, Missoula.
Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Susan Edys Coughren
Jun 10, 2026
Susan Edys Coughren, 82, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and friends
Susan was a proud member/elder of the CSKT tribe and loved to share her knowledge and stories with all.
She lived a life full of adventure, hard work, laughter, and deep devotion to those she loved. A bit of a nomad at...
Rodney Wells Fair
Jun 10, 2026
Rodney Wells Fair, affectionately known as “Rod”, was carried home to God on June 10, 2026, in Polson, Montana at the age of 78, just three days before his 79th birthday. He was born on June 13, 1947, in Lansing, Michigan to Rex Fair and Alice Ferguson.
Rod lived a life defined by his love for family and the relationships he...
Michael Wray Hutchin
Jun 8, 2026
Michael Wray "Mike" Hutchin, age 76, passed away June 8, 2026, at his residence.
Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Taylor Hunter Ivins
Jun 8, 2026
Taylor Hunter Ivins (Eagle Eyes), a member of the Salish and Kootenai Tribes of Montana was welcomed into the Glorious Kingdom by his twin sister Whisper and oldest brother Dylan on June 8, 2026.
Known to his loved ones as “Taye”, "Tayebug” “Taye Taye”, “Baby Blue Eyes” and “Eagle Eyes’ Taylor was a cherished son, grandson, brother, uncle, and friend who...
Jock Charles Henry Schwank
Jun 6, 2026
Colonel Jock C. H. Schwank, USAF (Ret.) passed away on June 6, 2026 at St. Joseph Medical Center in Polson, Montana. He was 87 years old. Jock was born in Davenport, IA, on July 11, 1938, to Walter and Helen (Timmons) Schwank. He graduated from the United States Air Force Academy, as a member of the second graduating class, in...
Thomas Wayne McNair
Jun 6, 2026
Thomas Wayne McNair; brother, son, uncle, and friend to those who knew and loved him, passed away June 6, 2026. To most, he was “Big Tom,” a nickname that stuck and suited him well. To some family and those closest to him, he was also known as “Tom-Tom and Tommy.”
Tom loved the outdoors. Whether it was 4x4ing through the deepest...
Howard David Kallowat Jr.
Jun 4, 2026
Howard David Kallowat Jr., age 70, passed away June 4, 2026. He was born on December 16, 1955, to Howard David Kallowat Sr. and Mary T. Philips in Polson MT.
He was raised and lived several places while growing up including the Flathead Indian Reservation, Wellpinit, and Cusick. He completed schooling at Sipi trade school. He spent most of his life...
Ronald Dave Reum
Jun 2, 2026
Ronald Dave Reum, Ron or Ronnie as most knew him, quietly passed away at his home on June 2, 2026. He was a cherished father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, and his presence will be deeply missed.
Ron was born on October 1, 1953, to Dorothy and Arthur Reum in Polson, Montana, a middle child in a large family that...
James "Jim" Howard Blush
Jun 1, 2026
On his final fairway, James "Jim" Blush traded his golf clubs for a heavenly tee time. Whether he was cheering on a game, hiking a mountain trail, tending to his lawn, or sharing a laugh with family and friends, Jim lived life with dedication, humor, and heart. His final chapter leaves behind a legacy of hard work, athletic achievement, and...
John Raymond Kastner
May 30, 2026
John Raymond Kastner, age 80, passed away May 30, 2026, at his residence.
Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Donald H. Davis II
May 30, 2026
Donald H Davis II, 82, of Polson, Montana, passed away on May 30, 2026, in Polson.
Donald was born on December 25, 1943, in Glendive, Montana, to Donald H. and Mary (Jerbic) Davis. He was raised and educated in Livingston, where he graduated from Park County High School in 1962.
Following high school, Donald attended Northern Montana College from 1962 to 1964...
Richard Leon Widerholdt
May 28, 2026
Richard Leon “Dick” Widerholdt went to be with his Lord and Saviour on May 28, 2026 passing peacefully at home with his family at his side. Richard was born on December 9, 1931 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Leon “Leo” Widerholdt and Rose Priscilia (Ravasz) Widerholdt.
Richard grew up in Milwaukee and graduated from Shorewood High School in 1949. He enrolled in...
Frederick Arthur Hansen
May 27, 2026
Frederick Arthur Hansen, age 86, passed away May 27, 2026, at St. Joseph Medical, Polson.
Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Sharon Kathleen DuVall
May 26, 2026
Sharon Kathleen DuVall, age 64, passed away May 26, 2026, at St. Joseph Medical, Polson.
Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Vickey Ellen Griffin
May 25, 2026
Vickey Ellen Griffin, age 73, passed away May 25, 2026, at St. Patrick Hospital, Missoula.
Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Mary Louise Hartzell
May 25, 2026
Mary Louise Hartzell, age 89, passed away May 25, 2026, at St. Luke Community Healthcare.
Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Rodney Jay Bailey
May 22, 2026
Rodney Jay Bailey, age 73, passed away May 22, 2026, at his residence.
Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Vicki Jo May
May 21, 2026
Vicki Jo (Peterson) May was born July 29, 1954, in Preston, Idaho, to Deverl J. and Marjorie Jo Peterson. She was the oldest of three children.
The Peterson family moved to Calgary, Alberta, in June 1956. Vicki graduated from Lord Beaverbrook High School in 1970 and attended Brigham Young University for one year.
Vicki married Edward Alfred May in 1979 and lived...
Lorraine Crystal Baese
May 18, 2026
Lorraine Crystal Baese, age 95, passed away May 18, 2026, at her residence.
Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.



