Obituaries

Daniel Vance

Jul 15, 2020

Danny Vance passed away on July 15, 2020 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center at the age of 71.

He was born in Polson, MT to Harold & Vivian Vance and grew up in the peaceful Ronan countryside.

After graduating high school, he attended a semester of college at MSU, Bozeman, before being inducted into the...

Sharon "Sherri" McDonald

Jul 13, 2020

Sharon Laketa McDonald (Grandma Sherri) passed away peacefully at her home Tuesday, July 13, 2020. She was surrounded by her loving family that cared for her during her illness.  Sherri was born in Fergus Falls, Minnesota on February 15, l932.  She was 88 years old.  She was born into a loving Norwegian family.

She attended grade school...

Darlene Watkins

Jul 10, 2020

Darlene Harriet Watkins, age 91, passed away Friday, July 10, 2020 at St. Luke Community Hospital in Ronan, MT.

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

Wiletta Bocksnick

Jul 10, 2020

Wiletta Ellene Bocksnick, 66, passed away on July 10 th , 2020 at her home in Charlo after a long battle with cancer surrounded by family. She was born in Ronan, MT February 10 th , 1954 to Elmer and Christeva Daugherty.

Wiletta was raised on a dairy west of Charlo, that was the beginning of her...

Michael Matkovich Jr.

Jun 26, 2020

Michael Joseph Matkovich, Jr., age 59, passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 at his home in Ronan, MT.

A graveside service for Michael will be held on Thursday, July 2nd 2:00 pm at Ronan Cemetery.

Vernie Porch

Jun 13, 2020

Vernie Loretta Porch, age 90, passed away on June 13, 2020. Vernie was living with her daughter, Loretta Brooks at the time of her passing. Vernie was born on Sept. 21, 1929 at Forsyth, MT the second daughter of Ed and Caroline Martin.

Following the fourth grade at Forsyth, Vernie’s family moved to Florence, MT where her...

Leonard Snyder

Jun 6, 2020

Leonard Dale Snyder, age 66, passed away on June 6, 2020 at his home after a battle with cancer. He was born on July 5, 1937 at the family home in Ronan, MT.

He graduated from Ronan High School in 1955. Leonard was a boxer and a Golden Glove Champion in 1965. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending...

Marrion Clairmont

May 26, 2020

Marrion J. VanNess Clairmont was born on Dec 4, 1949 to George and Evalina VanNess the 9th child of eleven children.  Marrion passed away on May 26, 2020, in her home surrounded by family.

Marrion was a jack of all trades when it came to work. Growing up there was calves, pigs, chickens, rabbits to feed and...

Marlys Shepard

May 25, 2020

Marlys Glee “Marty” Shepard fought her battle with cancer with grace, and lovingly received her angel wings on Monday, May 25, 2020.

Her final days were spent with loved ones, cherishing happy memories, and comforting her on her journey beyond. Everyone who knew Marty knew her for her witty sense of humor and a strength that could...

Charles "Chuck" Madison

May 24, 2020

Charles Lloyd "Chuck" Madison, age 68, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2020 at his home in Ronan, MT.

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

Jack Anderson

May 21, 2020

Jack Dale Anderson, age 98, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2020 at St. Luke Community Hospital.

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

Nancy Chavis

May 11, 2020

Nancy Anne Chavis, age 89, passed away Monday, May 11, 2020 at St. Joseph Assisted Living in Polson, MT.

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

Patricia Long

May 10, 2020

Patricia Ann Long, age 65, passed away at her residence in Ronan, MT.

Memorial services for Patricia will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Shrider – Thompson Funeral Home.

Gerald "Gary" Noland

May 7, 2020

Gerald “Gary” D. Noland, age 71, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2020.

A happy born in Montana man who could design, build, repair anything; manage workers and complex projects; skillfully operate his beloved Bobcat; ride, pack and shoe horses; all while being a good husband, father and friend; however, he never conquered spelling or cancer.

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Marilyn Scheidecker

May 2, 2020

Marilyn Kathleen Scheidecker, age 90, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2020 at St. Luke Extended Care in Ronan, Mt.

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

Lee Britton

Apr 28, 2020

Lee Kenneth Britton, age 82, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula, MT.

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

Marlys Hoeldt

Apr 26, 2020

Marlys Claire Hoeldt, age 89, passed away Sunday, April 26, 2020 in Kalispell, MT.

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

John Welker

Apr 20, 2020

John Welker, age 59, passed away Monday, April 20, 2020 at his home in Ronan, MT. John was born in Polson to Jerry Welker and Ella Hintz on August 14, 1960. John met the love of his life, Julie Clover in Lakeside, Montana. John and Julie got married August 8, 1980. They were blessed with three wonderful children. ...

Layne Hoeldt

Apr 6, 2020

Layne Hoeldt, 59, was suddenly taken...

Laurie Lindon

Apr 3, 2020

Laurie L. Lindon, age 78, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2020 at Polson Health & Rehab. She was born at St. Patrick Hospital on January 19, 1942 in Missoula, MT to Robert and Ruth (Cromwell) Miller.

She was raised in the Orchard Homes area. She attended schools in Missoula and graduated from Missoula County High School...