Obituaries

Robert Leroy Gauthier

Robert Leroy Gauthier

Feb 8, 2025

Robert Leroy Gauthier, 75, passed away surrounded by his family on February 8, 2025, after a long battle with cancer. Despite his illness, he felt he had actually won his battle, grateful to have been blessed with several months to share memories and laughter with beloved friends and family as he said his goodbyes. He insisted that love and hope...

Elfriede Marie Lappoehn

Elfriede Marie Lappoehn

Feb 2, 2025

Elfriede Marie Lappoehn, age 92, passed away February 2, 2025, at her residence.

Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home. 

Lorie Ann Noble-Sharbono

Lorie Ann Noble-Sharbono

Jan 31, 2025

Lorie Ann Noble Sharbono, age 63, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, at her residence. Lorie was born in Ronan, Montana on August 26, 1961, at Saint Luke Hospital, the daughter of Jerry and Irene Noble on August 26, 1961.

She graduated from Ronan High School in 1980. After high school Lorie worked at several different places along the way,...

Kathryn Marie Olson

Kathryn Marie Olson

Jan 26, 2025

Kathryn Marie Olson passed away on January 26, 2025, after her final struggle with melanoma, surrounded by loving family every step of the way. Kate was born in Ronan, MT on January 29, 1979, to Robert R. and Chris (Bunch) Shrider. She grew up in the Mission Valley the 3rd of 4 children.

 After graduating from Ronan High School, Kate left...

Clarence Don McConnell

Clarence Don McConnell

Dec 31, 2024

Clarence Don McConnell, age 81, passed away December 31, 2024, at Community Medical Center of Missoula.

Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home.

Marion Wayne Bennett

Marion Wayne Bennett

Dec 30, 2024

Marion Wayne Bennett of Ronan, MT went to be with his Lord and Savior December 30, 2024. He was born on March 24. 1942 in Prescott, AZ to Jack Wayne and Mabel Bennett. Marion was the oldest of 3 children (Marion, Jacklyn and Dennis). He was raised in Mayer, AZ. He attended Mayer schools from kindergarten through 12th grade and...

Jeannine Marie Jackson

Jeannine Marie Jackson

Dec 24, 2024

Jeannine Marie Jackson passed away December 24, 2024, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane WA, from complications due to diabetes. Jeannie was born October 17, 1960, at St Luke Hospital in Ronan, to Lynn and Billie Mae Jackson. She joined siblings Valerie, Mark, and Dianna at the family ranch in Round Butte. Jeannie grew up on the ranch, attending the...

George E. Maass

George E. Maass

Dec 20, 2024

George E. Maass, age 90, passed away December 20, 2024, at St. Joseph Medical.

Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home.

Todd Michael Reardon

Todd Michael Reardon

Dec 18, 2024

Todd Michael Reardon, age 78, passed away December 18, 2024, at his residence.

Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home.

Virgil A. Rinke

Virgil A. Rinke

Dec 7, 2024

Virgil A. Rinke, age 71, of Ronan, Montana, passed away at his home in Round Butte on Dec. 7, 2024. Virgil was born in Polson, MT, on December 25, 1952, to Dorothy and Hubert Rinke. He attended grade school at the Round Butte Schoolhouse through 8th grade, where he then went into town and graduated from Ronan High School in...

Judith Ann Janssen

Judith Ann Janssen

Nov 18, 2024

Judith Ann Radke Janssen was born on June 10, 1947, in Sidney, Montana, the first child of Julia and Clint Radke. Judy passed away suddenly on November 18, 2024, in Missoula, Montana.

Judy grew up in Sidney, attending Sidney schools. While she was much older than many of her siblings, she loved all five of them and spoke fondly of her...

Gladys Rose Mattson

Gladys Rose Mattson

Nov 14, 2024

Gladys Rose Mattson, age 105, passed away November 14, 2024, at St. Luke Extended Care in Ronan MT.

Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home and Crematory.

Delores Lee Funk

Delores Lee Funk

Nov 13, 2024

Delores Lee Funk, age 84, passed away November 13, 2024, at St. Luke Community Hospital in Ronan.

Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home. 

Douglas Jerome Hahn

Douglas Jerome Hahn

Nov 9, 2024

Douglas Jerome Hahn, 81 passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024, at St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula, Montana. He was born on December 31, 1942, in Helena, Montana, the son of Ralph Kaiser and Elizabeth Grace (Horner) Hahn.

In 1959, Doug went to work for Bill & Ada Gould Horseshoeing & breaking horses. In 1963 he married Laurie Jean Davis, after which...

Alan Anton Andersen

Alan Anton Andersen

Nov 7, 2024

Alan Anton Andersen, age 76, passed away on November 7, 2024, at his residence.

There are no services planned at this time.

Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home. 

Michael John Molzhon

Michael John Molzhon

Oct 26, 2024

Michael John Molzhon, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2024, in Ronan at the age of 78. Born on August 30, 1946, to Anton and Adella Molzhon, Michael was a lifelong resident of the Ronan area and a proud member of the community.

In 1965, Michael married his beloved wife, Donna. Together, they created a...

Gordon Graham Cummings

Gordon Graham Cummings

Oct 26, 2024

Gordon Graham Cummings Jr., born September 28, 1956. Let me tell you about my best friend, my husband, my coworker, father to my girls, friend to any who liked to talk, man of God and the love of my life. He was the man who would offer his help, listen and advise, who could make you laugh with his dad...

Elizabeth Leona Hawkins

Elizabeth Leona Hawkins

Oct 6, 2024

Elizabeth Leona "Betty" Hawkins, age 68, passed away October 6, 2024, at St. Luke Community Hospital in Ronan.

Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home.

Cleo Clarence Walter

Cleo Clarence Walter

Sep 28, 2024

Cleo Clarence Walter, passed away September 28th, 2024, in Kalispell MT. He was born January 8th, 1951, to Gilbert and Winifred Walter in Helena, MT. He grew up 1 of 5 children and his life ultimately led him to join the Air Force in 1971. There, he was part of the Minuteman Missile Unit and was stationed at the Malstrom...

Betty Jane McNair

Betty Jane McNair

Sep 24, 2024

Betty "Jane" (Pound) McNair of Ronan, MT, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2024. She was surrounded by her children, after bravely fighting lung cancer. She is now reunited with the love of her life, Art.

Born on June 11, 1955, Jane was a vibrant and adventurous spirit who cherished her family deeply. She grew up in Klamath Falls, Oregon, alongside...

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