Obituaries

Thomas Devlin

Thomas Devlin

Nov 30, 2017

Obituary for Thomas James Devlin Thomas James Devlin was born to LaVere and Ward Devlin on Nov. 2, 1950. It was certified at Saint Joseph hospital in Polson, as was his passing on Nov. 30, 2017. Tom excelled as an athlete and musician during his high school and University of Montana school days. Highly regarded for his musical gift, his...

Gerald Clifford Keniston

Gerald Clifford Keniston

Nov 26, 2017

Obituary for Gerald Clifford Keniston Gerald “Jerry” Clifford Keniston, 68, of Polson, MT, passed away at his home on Sunday, November 26, 2017. Jerry was born on May 1, 1949 in Portland, OR, a son of the late Harold Clifford Keniston and Hazel Viola Matt Keniston. Jerry was a proud member of the Confederated Salish Kootenai Tribe. Jerry was a...

Marian Suzanne Garcia

Marian Suzanne Garcia

Nov 23, 2017

Obituary for Marian Suzanne Garcia It is with great sadness that we had to say our goodbyes to our mother Marian Suzanne Garcia who was born August 27th, 1943 and passed away on November 23rd, 2017. She has now joined her loving husband Joseph E. Garcia in the afterlife, along with their two infant sons, her sister, Lynda Evins, grandson,...

Evelena Garcia

Evelena Garcia

Nov 16, 2017

Obituary for Evelena Garcia Evelena Garcia, at the age of 82, died of natural causes on November 16, 2017, in Polson, Montana. Evelena is survived by her sons Donald (Randi) Garcia, Tracy H. (Jenaya) Garcia, ChrisCole; her partner Dave Weible; former spouse and father of her sons Donald L. Garcia; her sisters Carol Kuntz, and Suzy Coughren; numerous grandchildren, great...

Calvin David

Calvin David

Nov 2, 2017

Obituary for Calvin Ewel David Calvin Ewel David left his earthly home to be with his God in heaven on November 2, 2017. He departed peacefully while sleeping. Born January 17, 1927 in Balch, Arkansas his family later moved to Fisher, Arkansas where he attended school. Always adventurous, life became more so when he left home at the age of...

Robert Tiernan

Robert Tiernan

Nov 1, 2017

Obituary for Robert Aloys "Rob" Tiernan Born Robert Aloys Tiernan, to Robert Michael and Anna Walsh Tiernan, on September 30, 1932 in Missoula, Montana. He was the oldest of 2 children. A dear and loving husband, nurturing and sensitive father, kind and supportive brother and a devoted friend to many. He was known for his calm and present spirit, sincere...

Robert Hanson

Robert Hanson

Oct 28, 2017

Obituary for Robert Edward Hanson Robert “Bob” Edward Hanson, 81, of Lake Mary Ronan, Proctor, Montana, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2017, peacefully in the home he loved. Husband, father, grandfather, avid golfer, and singer, was known by his family and friends as someone who gave of himself tirelessly and enjoyed spending time being an active member of the...

Daniel Andrew

Daniel Andrew

Oct 27, 2017

Obituary for Daniel Andrew Jr. Daniel Andrew, Jr. “Joe”, age 46, of Polson, MT passed away on Friday, October 27, 2017, at his home. Traditional wake services will begin on Friday, October 27, 2017 at 5:00 PM at the St. Ignatius Longhouse. Rosary services will be on Saturday, October 28, 2017, 8:00 PM followed by funeral services on Sunday at...

Tabatha Tavares

Tabatha Tavares

Oct 24, 2017

Obituary for Tabatha Richelle Tavares Tabatha Richelle Tavares, 49, passed away on October 24th, 2017 in Kalispell, MT. She was a loving and gentle spirit devoted to her husband Daniel of 15 years and her daughter Arwen. Tabatha was born in St. Joseph, Missouri in 1968, to Richard "Rick" Lee McPhail and Sara McPhail (Barton). She graduated from Central High...

Michael Cole

Michael Cole

Oct 23, 2017

Obituary for Michael Wesley H. Cole Michael Wesley H Cole, 64, died unexpectedly in Polson, MT at St Joseph’s Hospital 10-23-2017. Michael has raised two fine sons and loved his family life full of soccer, camping, band concerts, scouts and more. He helped raise a multitude of children through his involvement in education. His students were from all stages and...

James Bates "Jim" Bassett

James Bates "Jim" Bassett

Oct 20, 2017

Obituary for James Bates "Jim" Bassett James Bates Bassett 79, of Polson, passed away on Friday October 20th 2017, after a two year battle with throat cancer. Jim was born on August 20, 1938, in Glendale California, to Thomas Bassett and Karine Bates Bassett. His family moved often until they settled in Claremont, California when Jim was fourteen. He attended...

Bonnie Jean Bowerman

Bonnie Jean Bowerman

Oct 18, 2017

Obituary for Bonnie Jean Bowerman Bonnie Jean Bowerman, age 84, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at St. Joseph Medical Center, Polson. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Robert Bryant Wilber

Robert Bryant Wilber

Oct 18, 2017

Obituary for Robert Bryant Wilber Robert B. Wilber, age 65, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at St. Joseph Medical Center, Polson. Private family services will be held. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Joshua Leroy Normandeau

Joshua Leroy Normandeau

Oct 12, 2017

Obituary for Joshua Leroy Normandeau Joshua LeRoy (Lobdell) Normandeau was born May 29, 1985 in Polson. He passed away October 12, 2017 at Kalispell Regional Hospital from complications due to Huntington’s Chorea with family by his side. Joshua loved hiking, fishing, his “walk abouts” and anything to do with the outdoors. He greatly enjoyed his Nieces, Nephews, and family gatherings...

Charles Francis "Chuck" O'Connor

Charles Francis "Chuck" O'Connor

Oct 12, 2017

Obituary for Charles Francis "Chuck" O'Connor Charles F. “Chuck” O’Connor, 86, of Polson, passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2017 at St. Joseph Hospital, Polson. Charles was born June 29, 1931 in Chicago, Illinois to Edmond and Lavaughn O’Connor. He was a veteran of the US Army having served in the Korean War. He is survived by a daughter, Laura...

Richard Aner Peterson

Richard Aner Peterson

Oct 11, 2017

Obituary for Richard Aner Peterson Richard Aner Peterson, age 82, passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at Polson Health and Rehab. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Gerald Ray Anderson

Gerald Ray Anderson

Oct 8, 2017

Obituary for Gerald Ray Anderson Gerald Ray Anderson, age 55, of Polson, Montana, passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2017 at St. Joseph Hospital in Polson. He was born on June 7, 1962 in Polson to Merle and Carol Anderson. He was the oldest son of their 4 children. Gerry attended Polson public schools and graduated from Polson High School...

Karin Louise Heggen

Karin Louise Heggen

Oct 7, 2017

Obituary for Karin Louise Heggen Karin Lautzenheiser Heggen, 64, went to be with the Lord on October 7, 2017. Karin was born in Polson, MT on August 26, 1953 to Bernard and Letitia Johnson. She grew up on the family farm in Round Butte (outside of Ronan). Their family moved to Missoula when she started school. After graduating, she went...

Janet Mattix Jackson

Janet Mattix Jackson

Oct 3, 2017

Obituary for Janet Mattix Jackson Janet M. Jackson, age 85, passed away Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at Polson Health and Rehab. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.

Lewis Hafley

Lewis Hafley

Oct 2, 2017

Obituary for Lewis Hafley Monday, October 2, 2017, Lewis Hafley, 91, of Ronan, sailed swiftly, stoically, from earth’s shores into the mystical blue skies and deep blue waters beyond our mortal realm. You could say Lewis left with a bang equal to his lively step, quick wit, and constant eagerness to learn and share the gleanings of his lifelong passions...