OBITUARIES

Aug 22, 2020

Pamela James Longtin passed away Aug. 22, 2020, due to kidney problems.

She was born Sept. 19, 1953, in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

She is survived by her husband, Keith Longtin; daughter, Tania, and husband Jamie Cordel, three grandsons, Bailey, Dillon and Oliver; mother and father, Lemoyne “Bud” and Eunice James; mother-in-law, Carol Longtin; and sisters,...

Aug 22, 2020

It is with great sadness the family of Ted William Rieke, 77, announces his passing on Aug. 22, 2020. Ted passed away at home surrounded by his family.

Ted was born in Auburn, Indiana, on Jan. 18, 1943, to Irvin H. Rieke and Hilda M. Rieke. Most of his childhood was spent on the Ox Bow Ranch...

Aug 22, 2020

Karen Weyer Maiden age 55, of Kalispell, MT went home to the Lord on August 22, 2020, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Karen was born in St. Cloud, MN in 1965 to Raymond  and Jean Weyer. She was the 4th child in the family, and graduated 4th in her class from Cathedral High School, and then...

Aug 19, 2020

Julie Marie Church Murray age 41, lost her courageous battle with cancer on August 19, 2020. She fought long and hard with whatever was thrown at her, giving 100% to remain with her family; staying with us long enough to watch her oldest son get married just 2 days before her passing.

Julies journey began on December...

Aug 18, 2020

Bruce Winton Rorvig passed away on Aug. 18, 2020, of natural causes at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Bruce was born in McVille, North Dakota, on Sept. 26, 1934, to Anton and Thea (Quanbeck) Rorvig. He was raised on the family farm outside of McVille with his older brother Dennis and attended school there, graduating in 1952. After...

Aug 15, 2020

Ernest Marion Robinett Jr. age 57, passed away on August 15, 2020 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell, Montana. Ernest was born December 20, 1962 to Ernest and Wanda Robinett, in Corning, CA. No services are planned at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Aug 15, 2020

William Roland Simonsen, 71, died Aug. 15, 2020, in Kalispell.

He was internationally known and respected as a journalist, photographer and broadcaster. His work appeared in magazines, newspapers, wire services, and on radio and television networks. His stories are translated into eight languages and circulated worldwide. He served as a trustee and later as chairman of the...

Aug 14, 2020

Virginia "Ginnie" J. Bergeson age 89, passed away on August 14, 2020 at Heritage Place in Kalispell, Montana. Ginnie was born on March 29, 1931 to David and Marie (Fix) Dufloth, in Alfred, ND. Private family services are being held. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Aug 12, 2020

Carlos William Seeley age 60, passed away on August 12, 2020 at his home in Kalispell, Montana. Carlos was born on November 08, 1959 to Gail Francis and Janet Marion (George) Seeley, in California. No services are planned at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Aug 10, 2020

Helen Marie Bell-White age 62, passed away on August 10, 2020 in Kalispell, Montana. Helen was born on March 14, 1958 to James and Kathie (Carter) Bell, in Whitefish, Montana. No services are planned at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Aug 9, 2020

Ruth E. Adams age 92, passed away on August 09, 2020 at Wel-Life Assisted living in Kalispell, Montana. Ruth was born on April 12, 1928 to Leamon E. and Nora Eleanor (Hall) Otis, in Montana. No services are planned at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral home is caring for the family.

Aug 9, 2020

Lorraine Mahala Wigner age 68, passed away on August 09, 2020 at her home in Kalispell, Montana. Lorraine was born on February 06, 1952 to Jesse Willard and Sadie Arlene (Hedge) Wigner, in Kakimazoo, Michigan. No services are planned at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Aug 8, 2020

Arthur Welcome Cunningham, 72, of Kalispell, Montana passed away at home on August 8 surrounded by family after a 4-year battle with cancer.

Art was born to parents Ella and Charles Cunningham, Sr., on December 9, 1947, in Great Falls, Montana.  Art moved to Kalispell in 1960, where he graduated from Flathead High School.  After graduating he...

Aug 7, 2020

Darla Ann Ferretti age 78, passed away on August 07, 2020 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell, MT. Darla was born on December 22, 1941 to Donald B. and Alta (Wooton) McIlhenny, in Reyburg, Idaho. No services are planned at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Aug 7, 2020

Richard Marvin Phillips age 93, passed away on August 7, 2020 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Richard was born on November 19, 1926 to William G and Goldie Irma (Black) Phillips in Chino, CA.

Richard attended and Graduated from Chino Highschool, he was a Future Farmer of America and held numerous Certifications for small engines...

Aug 7, 2020

Kenneth “Ken” Paul Haugan age 95.  Ken passed away on August 7th 2020, at his home with family at his bedside .

Ken, beloved and devoted husband and father is survived by his wife of 70 years , Bette , his four children and spouses , Mark and Carla Haugan , Marla and Kim Elliott...

Aug 6, 2020

Daniel Joseph Martin Keenan age 73, passed away on August 06, 2020 in Kalispell, Montana. Daniel was born April 06, 1947 to Thomas James and Anna Patricia (Travis) Keenan, in Brooklyn, NY. No services are planned at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Aug 3, 2020

Barbara Jean Johnson, 75, took her last breath on Aug. 3, 2020, at her home in Kalispell with her daughter Athena and grandson Derek by her side.

Barbara was born on Aug. 22, 1944, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to John Owen and Leola Houston (Lyman) Poteet. Barbara attended and graduated from Jasper High school in Jasper, Missouri, in...

Aug 3, 2020

Robert L. Rost age 87, passed away on August 03, 2020 at Rising Sun in Bigfork, Montana. Robert was born on March 28, 1933 to Ludwig and Clarice Rost, in Bigfork, Montana. No services are planned at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Jul 31, 2020

Margaret Loretta Goodlett age 92, passed away on July 31, 2020 at The Springs in Whitefish, Montana. Margaret was born on September 15, 1928 to Lawrence and Leona Ethel (Rall) Kelley, in St.Joseph, Missouri. No services are planned at this time. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.