Obituaries
Ronald "Ron" William Shrider
Jun 25, 2026
Ronald “Ron” William Shrider, age 78, passed away on Thursday afternoon, June 25, 2026, peacefully at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. He is now at rest with his Savior in Heaven. He was born on February 24, 1948, in St. Ignatius, MT, the son of the late Kathryn (McDonell) Shrider and William Shrider. A devoted husband, father,...
Rodney Donald McRae
Jun 20, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rodney Donald McRae, who passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026, at the age of 72, after a courageous battle with esophageal cancer.
Rod was born on December 29,1953, in Miles City to Ina and Donald McRae. Rod built a life filled with adventures, ambition, love, and laughter. He proudly...
Ernest "Bill" Eugene Udall
Jun 19, 2026
Ernest "Bill" Eugene Udall, lovingly known as Bill, passed away peacefully at his home in Ronan, Montana, on June 19, 2026, at the age of 90.
Born on October 19, 1935, in St. Ignatius, Montana, Bill was the son of Melvin Eugene Udall and Ruth Lemery Udall. A lifelong Montanan, he was deeply rooted in the Mission Valley, where he built...
Marilyn Irene Fleming
Jun 18, 2026
Marilyn Irene Fleming, age 94, passed away June 18, 2026, at her residence.
Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Kevin Paul Cunningham
Jun 17, 2026
Kevin Paul Cunningham, 76, passed away peacefully in Polson, Montana, on June 17, 2026, following a lengthy illness.
Kevin was born on June 10, 1950, in Billings, Montana, to James and Margaret Cunningham. Growing up in a military family, he lived in several countries around the world, where he developed a lifelong love of travel and an appreciation for different cultures....
Mary Jon Converse
Jun 17, 2026
Mary Jon Converse, age 90, passed away June 17, 2026, surrounded by her family.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice.
Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Forest "Buzz" Clifford Dupuis
Jun 16, 2026
Forest “Buzz” Dupuis, 83, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 16th, 2026.
He was born in St. Ignatius, MT, on April 2nd, 1943, to Floyd and Ruth Dupuis. Buzz grew up in Polson and was a proud member of the Class of ’61. His first job was setting up pins at the bowling alley, and he would always talk about his...
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...
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