OBITUARIES

Kalispell, MT Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Kalispell, MT, Flathead County & Surround Areas

Steven Duane Swanberg

Steven Duane Swanberg

Jun 6, 2024

 Steven Duane Swanberg, 72Steven Duane Swanberg biked off over hills and mountains to Heaven on June 6, 2024, at the Beehive in Kalispell at the age of 72, following a battle with Alzheimer's. Steven was born to Donald and Constance Swanberg November 20, 1951, in Kalispell.First, Steve accomplished the "should do things in life." He attended Elrod Elementary School, Kalispell...

Charles Henry Ashley

Charles Henry Ashley

Jun 5, 2024

  Charles H. Ashley, Sr passed peacefully in the early hours of June 5, 2024.Dad to some, Pops to others and Charlie to most was born January 31,1936 in Massena, NY Lawrence and Leona Ashley and raised with nine siblings.  As a young boy, Charlie spent many days stocking shelves, cutting chunks from cheese wheels, and selling wares from the family...

Wilfred "Bill" Ray Johnson

Wilfred "Bill" Ray Johnson

Jun 1, 2024

 

WILFRED R (BILL) JOHNSONThe chains of confusion, pain, and physical limitations were finally broken, and Bill was released into the loving arms of God on Saturday, June 1, 2024. He was in his heavenly seat to view the beautiful wedding of his youngest grandson on the same day.Wilfred R. (Bill) Johnson was born October 27, 1940 in Kalispell, Montana to...

Donald Larry Clauson

Donald Larry Clauson

Jun 1, 2024

 Donald Larry Clauson age 81 of Rollins, passed away on June 1, 2024, at Logan Health Medical Center. 

Donald was born on November 8, 1942, in Fairmont, MN to Donald and Ruth (Wooley) Clauson. 

Donald was raised in Farmington, MN and graduated High School in Minneapolis, then went on to get his BA in Norwegian from St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN. and had continuing...

Kenneth Henry Adler

Kenneth Henry Adler

May 31, 2024

 Ken Adler, 84Kenneth Henry Adler went to Heaven peacefully in his sleep at home on May 30, 2024, holding the hand of the love of his life.Ken was born in Madison, WI to Raymond and Barbara Adler on March 23, 1940, the youngest of 6 children. He was preceded in death by his parents and 4 of his siblings. His...

Illa Rasmussen

Illa Rasmussen

May 30, 2024

Illa Rasmussen, age 84, passed away on May 30, 2024, at the Brendan House in Kalispell, Montana. Services are currently pending at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home caring for the family.

Richard Lavern Corbitt

Richard Lavern Corbitt

May 26, 2024

 Richard L. Corbitt passed away on May 25, 2024 following complications of injuries received in a motor vehicle accident. He was 94.Richard was born on March 26, 1930 in Ismay, Montana where he said he almost doubled the town's population. The youngest son of Harry and Evelyn Corbitt, he was part of a trio of Corbitt boys (Tom, Dick, and...

Debra Fauerso

Debra Fauerso

May 26, 2024

Debra passed away peacefully at her home in Bigfork, Montana on May 26, 2024 at the age of 68. 

 

Debra was born on July 26, 1955 in Swindon, England to Phillip and Gloria A. Vollin. Debra’s parents met/married in England while her father was serving in the Air Force. The family moved a lot during those first 10 years spending time...

Joyce "Peach" Graeff

Joyce "Peach" Graeff

May 24, 2024

Peach Graeff age 81, passed away on May 24, 2024 at the Retreat at Buffalo Hill Terrace. services are currently pending at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home caring for the family.

Gary John Bedor

Gary John Bedor

May 24, 2024

Gary John Bedor age 80, passed away on May 24, 2024 at Logan Health Medical Center, no services are planned at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home caring for the family.

Steven Wesley Justus

Steven Wesley Justus

May 23, 2024

Steven W. Justus was born on November 3, 1942, to Alex & Ruth Justus in San Diego, CA. He was the first of 3 siblings. He was always a hard worker and helped his mom with 1,000 laying hens as soon as he was old enough and had a paper route as well. He was a star football player at...

Randolph Scott Laughlin

Randolph Scott Laughlin

May 23, 2024

Randolph Scott Laughlin, age 62, passed away on May 23, 2024, at the Brendan House in Kalispell, Montana. No services have been planned. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home caring for the family.

Charlotte Joyce Banzet

Charlotte Joyce Banzet

May 23, 2024

Charlotte Joyce Banzet, age 85, passed away on May 23, 2024, at Kalispell Rehabilitation & Nursing in Kalispell, Montana. Services are currently pending at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home caring for the family.

Debra Ann Allen

Debra Ann Allen

May 22, 2024

Debra Ann (Youso) Allen, age 69, passed away from a battle with cancer, on May 22, 2024, at her home in Kalispell, Montana.Debra was born on June 14, 1954 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Walter and Adriene Youso. She married her husband, Brian Allen, of 38 years, in her hometown, Minneapolis on April 12, 1986.Debra had experience in housekeeping, Avon, substitute...

Robert L. Wills

Robert L. Wills

May 18, 2024

Robert L. Wills, age 98, passed away on May 18, 2024, at the Montana Veteran's Home in Columbia Falls, Montana. Services are currently pending at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home caring for the family.

Leona M. Lentz

Leona M. Lentz

May 16, 2024

Leona M. Lentz, age 105, passed away on May 16, 2024, at Kalispell Rehabilitation & Nursing in Kalispell, Montana. Services are currently pending at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home caring for the family.

James Niel Field

James Niel Field

May 14, 2024

James Niel Field, age 69, passed away with his loving family by his side, on May 14, 2024, at Logan Health Medical Center in Kalispell, Montana. No services are planned at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home caring for the family.

James W. Boetticher

James W. Boetticher

May 14, 2024

Jim Boetticher passed away May 14, 2024 at the Mt Veterans home in Columbia Falls. Jim wasborn and raised in Jackson MT. He graduated from Beaverhead County High School. Jimjoined the US Navy in 1964, and retired as a Chief Petty Officer in 1984. After retirement Jimsettled back in Jackson where he was a water commissioner for 27 years.Jim married...

Roger Doney

Roger Doney

May 13, 2024

Roger Lane Doney, Oct. 28, 1936-May 13,2024.

A life well lived, Roger Doney, 87, passed away peacefully at his home on Whitefish Lake, May 13, 2024. 

He was preceded in death by his wife, Helene, of nearly 60 years (2022) and his daughter, Carolyn Doney Smith (2010). 

He is survived by his children, Lauryn (Andrew) Rice of San Diego, California; Michael (Jennifer) Doney...

Cleta M. Craig

Cleta M. Craig

May 11, 2024

Cleta M. Craig, age 93, passed away on May 11, 2024, at her home in Kalispell, Montana. Services are currently pending at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home caring for the family.