OBITUARIES

May 1, 2021

Anne Sauer, formerly of Lakeside, went to be with her Lord May 1st, 2021.  Anne lived her life steadfastly walking with Jesus and was patiently waiting for him to lead her home.

Born December, 23rd 1923, she passed peacefully at home, with family by her side.

Anne was born in Detroit Lakes, MN, the 6th...

Apr 28, 2021

We lost this beautiful person on April 28, 2021, at the ripe young age of 102.

Carrie was born April 8, 1919, to Theodore and Martha Gigrich in Havre. She welcomed three siblings Lucille “Sue,” Virginia “Gin” and Theodore “Ted” to the fold. After growing up on a farm, Carrie graduated high school and headed...

Apr 27, 2021

Travis Wayne Gabbert age 39, passed away on April 27, 2021 at his home in Kalispell, Montana. Wayne was born on July 31, 1981 to Bryan and Anita (Bennett) Gabbert, in Kenewick, WA. Services are pending at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Apr 27, 2021

Linda K. Buck age 70, passed away on April 27, 2021 at her home in Kalispell, Montana. Linda was born on October 31, 1950 to William and Ruth (Eastlick) Buck, in Kalispell, Montana. Services are pending at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Apr 25, 2021

Chester John Hirschfelder II, age 71, passed away at home in Kalispell, Mont., in late April 2021. He is survived by his wife, two sons, six grandchildren, and brother. John was preceded in death by his parents, and another brother. He married his high-school sweetheart and faithfully cared for her throughout their 52 years together. John was...

Apr 23, 2021

Sterling Lynn Hats Jr. age 58, passed away on April 23, 2021 at Health Center Northwest in Kalispell, Montana. Sterling was born on August 28, 1962 to Sterling Lionel and Kathleen Gail (Holm) Hayes, in Bremerton, WA. Services are pending at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Apr 21, 2021

Donald Hall age 91 passed away on April 21, 2021 at his home in Columbia Falls, Montana. Donald was born on February 10, 1930 to Earl and Levern (Salter) Hall, in Shepard, Montana. Services are pending at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Apr 19, 2021

Our beloved Dianne, 65, left us for her heavenly reward on April 19, 2021.

Dianne was born to Dale and Joyce Brigance on Nov. 19, 1955, in Bellevue, Nebraska. She grew up in Iowa and moved to Montana in 1980 and worked many years at the Nite Owl in Columbia Falls where she met her...

Apr 18, 2021

Richard E. Lindley age 61, passed away on April 18, 2021 at North Valley Hospital in Whitefish, Montana. Richard was born on January 28, 1960 to Billy D. and Joann (Parker) Lindley, in Las Angeles, CA. Services are pending at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Apr 17, 2021

Karen Ninman of the Evergreen area, passed away on Saturday, April 17 in Columbia Falls, at the age of 80, following illness for the past 1.5 years.

Karen was born to Lorraine (Beers) and Charles “Charlie” Halpain. Karen’s older brother was Duane Halpain (deceased), formerly of Hutchison, Kansas.

Karen lived most of her life in...

Apr 17, 2021

Bertha "B" Sophia Martin age 86, passed away on April 17, 2021 at her home in Kalispell, Montana.  Bertha was born on March 17, 1935 to Otto and Helene (Boehringer) Boehler, in Germany. Services are pending at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Apr 16, 2021

Janet May Perry Javorka, aged 87, passed away suddenly in Whitefish, Montana on April 16, 2021. Missing her greatly are her husband Edward Javorka of 66 years, son Michael (Lisa Marie), daughters Lisa and Linda (Jonathan), daughter-in-law Dot, grandchildren Scott, Kurt, Kristen, Kerri, McKenzie, Davis and Henry, and honorary granddaughter Isabelle, as well as 6 great-grandchildren. Jan is now...

Apr 16, 2021

Those who knew Tyler Littlefield even just a little, lost a shining light in their lives, with deepest sorrow we announce  that Tyler Littlefield our beloved son, brother, family member, and friend passed away April 16, 2021. He was 21 years old, although he was only 21 at the time of his death, he affected many people in his...

Apr 15, 2021

On April 15, 2021, Michael Peter Franqui, of Kalispell passed away after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was surrounded by his family and his loyal dogs.

He was the owner of the Poodle Parlor for a number of years, and this was his passion. He will miss his many loyal customers as well as their...

Apr 15, 2021

William Paul Benz, age 75, passed away on April 15, 2021 due to complications of (B) Cell Lymphoma, in Kalispell, MT.

William was born on January 5, 1946 to Joseph and Elsie (Froelich) Benz, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

William was a profound, supremely caring Renaissance Man who felt every person whom he had come into contact...

Apr 14, 2021

Vincent Ray Cole age 33, passed away on April 14, 2021 in Kalispell, Montana. Vincent was born on October 31, 1987 to Jeanna Hill-Dempsey. Services are pending at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Apr 10, 2021

Maurice Eugene Crawford, age 83, passed away on April 10, 2021, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. Maurice was born on July 20, 1937, in Detroit, Kansas to Roy and Lolita (Berger) Crawford.

Maurice was raised and attended school in Kansas. He worked as an electronic engineer for the Department of Defense.

He is preceded in...

Apr 8, 2021

Gerald W. Sampson age 68, passed away on April 8, 2021 at his home in Kalispell, MT.

Gerald was born on September 23, 1952 to Paul & Juanita (Landon) Sampson, in Kalispell, MT. He was raised in the Flathead Valley and attended grade school in Hungry Horse and middle school in Columbia Falls, MT ,and  his high...

Apr 8, 2021

Kimberley Jean Beyer age 59, passed away on April 8, 2021 at Kalispell Regional  Medical Center in Kalispell, Montana. Kimberley was born on July 4, 1961 to William F. and Claire Anne (Davidson) Agnew, in Los Angels, CA. Services are pending at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Apr 6, 2021

During the early morning hours of April 6, 2021, at the age of almost 93 years, Albert Joseph Burghardt, “Al,” left our presence due to both advanced age and complications brought about by Parkinson’s. Al was surrounded with loved ones beside him to begin new adventures in his eternal home. At the time of his death he was residing...