Mary Lu Weeks, 86, of Culbertson, Mont., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 21, 2022, surrounded by her family at her residence in Culbertson, Mont. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Williston, N.D., is assisting the family. Friends may sign the register and give their condolences at www.fulkersons. com. Her memorial service was held at 2 p.m. Monday, June 27, 2022, at the Grace and Peace Church in Culbertson. Mont. Pastor Ross Reinhiller officiated. A private family burial was at Hillside Cemetery, Culbertson, Mont. The funeral service was livestreamed; you can view Mary’s service directly on her obituary page on our website www.fulkersons. com. Marylyn Lucile Weeks was born to Gail and Leonard VanBuskirk of Berthold, N.D., in 1935. She was affectionately nicknamed MaryLu almost immediately and that name stuck. Her childhood was the typical hard-working, frugal one like so many of her generation. In 1954, MaryLu married Earl Weeks, originally from Des Lacs, N.D., and they moved to Culbertson, Mont., to make their home. They took root in this little town and took great pride in all the friends, neighbors and businesses here. Their four children were born at Roosevelt Memorial Hospital. In 1966, they purchased Culbertson Implement. After Earl’s sudden death in 1977, MaryLu took a giant leap of faith and stepped into Earl’s place at the Implement. This was a learn-as-you-go experience and not at all easy. She faced every challenge, though, with a keen mind and a quiet dignity. The support of other implement dealers, John Deere representatives, and especially her community during these years inspired her sense of volunteerism and service. She knew firsthand the importance of giving back. MaryLu served on the Culbertson School board, the Culbertson GFWC Women’s Club, the Culbertson Foundation board and the ND Public Radio board of directors. She was active in every aspect of her Methodist Church and was a devoted volunteer at the local nursing home. She was a Culbertson sports fan since the moment she and Earl arrived and was a vocal supporter to be sure. MaryLu’s love of reading was well known, and she was always on the lookout for her next read. Her greatest delight was curling up with a great book and a cup of tea. She was a regular at the local library and enjoyed the Tuesday Book Club conversations. Her love of reading and history fostered a yearning for travel. She was always excited to be planning a trip. Her travels included three trips to Europe and the British Isles, Mary Lu Weeks

A graveside committal service for Keven Johnstone was conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 25, 2022, at the South Froid Cemetery. A barbecue was held back at Keven and Dawn’s home southeast of Froid (3½ miles from MT Hwy 16). Keven C. Johnstone, 59, of Froid, Mont., passed away at his home from natural causes Jan. 17, 2022. He was born Oct. 25, 1962, in Missoula, Mont., to proud parents John and Norma Jean (Mogan) Johnstone. He and his younger sister got to experience living in various towns in Montana as well as Washington while his family moved around for their mom's job as a teacher. Keven graduated high school in Medicine Lake in 1981. He then attended college in Williston, N.D., and Bozeman, Mont. Keven made a career working as a motor hand in the oil field and most recently was employed by Nabors, Inc. It was hard work, but Keven was dedicated to his trade as it gave him the benefit of work and income while he pursued his true passion of farming. Keven met Dawn (Loegering) in September 2004. They married the following year on Oct. 15, 2005. Although their relationship began by way of technology, the couple enjoyed spending time together driving the back roads through the country. Navigation wasn’t always a strong suit. Through this marriage, Keven accepted a daughter by choice and they exchanged jokes and gag gifts and enjoyed many adventures. Keven had many titles but one of his most cherished was “Papa.” Keven’s four

Tyler Lynn Koenig, 32, of Lincoln, Neb., passed away on June 24, 2022, surrounded by loving family. Visitation will take place at Wyuka Funeral Home on Thursday, June 30, from 5-8 p.m. Burial will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 1, at Fairview Cemetery in Lincoln. Funeral services will follow burial at Lincoln Berean Church, 6400 South 70th Street, Lincoln, NE 68516 with Pastor Ken Hessel officiating. The service will be livestreamed online at www.lincolnberean. org/funerallive. A light reception will follow services at Berean. Memorials may be made in care of the family to designate later. Tyler Koenig was born on June 21, 1990, in Beatrice, Neb. He attended Tri-county elementary and junior high at Dewitt, Neb. The family then moved to Culbertson, Mont., where he graduated with the class of 2008. During high school, he worked at MeToo Pizza. Tyler and family moved to Lincoln where he attended Southeast Community College and then Nebraska Wesleyan University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in mass communication in May 2014. While attending college, Tyler worked at Ruby Tuesday. Following graduation, he worked for Nelnet in the home advisors department for several years. He then began his career with Verizon as a customer sales representative until he became too ill to work. Tyler was an adventurous soul and would spark conversation with anyone and would soon have them laughing from his quick wit and humor. He loved to travel and took great interest in art and history. Tyler also enjoyed being outdoors, whether he was out fishing or camping. Tyler was a bit impulsive but that’s what made him Tyler. He was preceded in death by his father, Steve Koenig; grandmothers, Phyllis Hendrickson, Mary Lou Hendrickson and Pearl Koenig; his grandfather Wayne Koenig; as well as a special kitty, “Stripe.” Left to cherish Tyler’s memory are his spouse, Jonathan Henning; daughter, Ayla Koenig of Omaha; his mother, Brenda Koenig of Lincoln; sister, Angela (Alex Derun) Koenig of Lincoln; brother, Travis (Jena) Koenig of Tucson, Ariz.; nieces and nephews, Wyatt, Piper, Paisley, Chloe, Micheal, Simon and Abram, also of Tucson, Ariz. Tyler is also survived by his kitties, Precious and Monkey, as well as his and Ayla’s bunny, Nibbles. Special thanks go out to Bryan West Hospital and Traditions Healthcare & Hospice for their dedicated service and love shown to our family through this time. (Paid Obituary)