Frank R. Wiers, a devoted husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully in Bozeman on Friday, March 28, 2025, at 78. Born and raised in Wolf Point, Mont., Frank’s life took a significant turn after graduating from Wolf Point High School in 1965. He enlisted in the Navy, serving for four years before returning home. It was during this time that he met his beloved wife, Mary Zeiger, and they embarked on a journey together, raising three children: Jason, Justin “Jud” and Crystal. Their family was cherished in Glasgow, where Frank dedicated his life to hard work and providing for his loved ones. Frank’s professional life was marked by dedication and perseverance. He honed his skills as a welder, then transitioned to the role of custodian at Glasgow Middle School before joining the U.S.P.S. After an impressive 25 years of service at the Wolf Point and Glasgow Post Offices, Frank retired in 2012 and enjoyed retirement from his recliner. Frank found joy in various hobbies. He liked to hunt and fish, and in his younger years, he showcased his talent as a stock car driver. His passion for tinkering and fixing things was evident in every corner of his life. Frank’s greatest joy was being a grandfather, affectionately known as “Papa” to his five grandchildren. He cherished every moment spent with them, traveling frequently to Bozeman and beyond to witness their sports and school activities. In 2014, Frank and Mary made the decision to relocate to Belgrade, seeking closer proximity to their children and grandchildren. Frank developed Parkinson’s in the early 2000s and, unfortunately, his health began to decline after moving. Despite his best efforts to manage the condition, it progressively worsened over the years. This ultimately led to his passing after he developed an infection one month ago. Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Lois Wiers; father and mother-in-law, George and Esther Zeiger; aunts, Helen Whitmus and Mary Birmingham; brothers-in-law, Bill Zeiger, George Zeiger and Bill Kuki; and nieces, Lynn Kuki and Denise Kuki. Frank is survived by his wife, Mary, of 55 years; sons, Jason Wiers (Nikki) and Jud Wiers; daughter, Crystal Terry (John); honorary daughter, Deniel Campbell (Ryan); grandchildren, Cody Wiers, Kayli Wiers, TJ Wiers, Hunter Terry (Emiley) and Luke Terry; brother, Ken Wiers (Claryce), and their daughters Barbie Wiers and Christine Tormey (Andy); and uncle, Bill Whitmus, his son Wade Whitmus (Shelley). He is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Louise Kuki, her daughter Michelle Neuman (James); Rita Berlinger, her daughters Marie Zeiger, Sandy Beaudette (Ross), and son Jeff Zeiger (Jessica); Evelyn Cornett, her daughter Cindy Twogood and son Cory Cornett; Carol Forbes (Pete), their daughters Mollie Anderson (Tim) and Katy Forbes; JoAnn Zeiger; and numerous great-nieces and -nephews. Services will be held on May 15 at Dahl Funeral & Cremation Service in Bozeman at 1 p.m. A reception will follow after interment in Sunset Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to the Parkinson’s Foundation at www.parkinson.org in his honor. (Paid Obituary)

Harold David “Buck” Brown, 81, died Oct. 2, 2024. He was born Feb. 10, 1943, in Hinsdale to Harold Martin and Erma Fay (Hartley) Brown. He lived with his mother and grandfather in Hinsdale while his father served in World War II. When his father returned home two years later, the family settled on the South Bench to farm. As the eldest of four brothers, he was often charged with helping his father around the farm, from breaking horses to driving the tractor. He was also an avid athlete, but basketball was his true love. He played for Nashua when they moved to Fort Peck when he was in the 11th grade. After graduating from Nashua High School in 1961, he earned a full ride basketball scholarship to Carroll College in Helena. He wasn't sure what the future held, but he knew that he liked history and English. He graduated in 1965 with a degree in political science. While working for the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation in Helena, he met Bonnie Rae Kositzky. They were wed Feb. 7, 1970. Their honeymoon to Spain sparked their desire to live and work internationally. After completing an MBA at Thunderbird School of Global Management in Arizona, he worked as a pharmaceutical sales representative in Minnesota and New Jersey until he could find an assignment that would take him overseas. The first opportunity would take him to Jakarta, Indonesia. As was the practice, he went early to ensure he was a fit for the ex-pat assignment. Before Bonnie could join him, he was promoted to a new assignment in Hong Kong. A promotion would take them to Madrid, Spain, in 1975 where their children, Jason and Jessica, were born. They traveled widely, exploring the new country with their children. The ex-pat life was seldom settled as they moved to Santiago, Chile; back to Spain a second time; then to Fort Worth, Texas; Severna Park, Md.; Montana; and finally back to Fort Worth. They made many cherished friendships throughout their travels, maintained an active social life, played tennis, skied and sailed often. He never forgot his roots and always maintained his love for Montana, returning often. Wherever he lived, he quickly established himself as a business leader, joining and eventually chairing various business chambers and boards around the world. This included leading the Navy League in Spain where he was awarded the Cruz De Merito Naval by the Spanish Navy for his service. He also served the American Chamber of Commerce in Chile where he was instrumental in obtaining recognition of U.S. pharmaceutical patents. His legacy of service would continue after his retirement through volunteering for the Red Cross. He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Bonnie; and brothers, Robert and Calvin Brown. He is survived by his children, Jason Brown of Fort Worth, Texas, and Jessica Brown of Luxembourg; and five grandchildren; brother Vernon Brown, and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, Aug. 6, at 11 a.m. at St Pius X Catholic Church in Billings.