Michele Rae Mickolio Carlson, age 59, died Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, at her home north of Glasgow, Mont. Michele was born on Oct. 27, 1965, in Wolf Point, Mont., to Joseph Mickolio and Dixie (Sugden) Domagala. She was raised on the family farm in Vida, Mont., and graduated from Circle High School in 1984. On Jan. 9, 1988, Michele married Loren Carlson in Vida, Mont. She loved spending time with friends and family. She was an exceptionally devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Her days were spent caring for her family and home, quietly living out her values through kindness, patience and unconditional love. She drew strength from her deep faith and it was evident in her words, her actions and the way she treated others. She loved the Lord and had a very strong faith. We will forever carry her memory in our hearts. Michele will

Karla Elizabeth Red Thunder- Ahlstrand, 67, of Poplar died Aug. 6, 2025. She was born Aug. 26, 1957, in Poplar to Angeline Ione and Seth Red Thunder. She was the youngest of 11 brothers and sisters. She spent her younger years on the family farm west of Poplar, known as Chelsea. She went to school in Poplar. She married Ken Kostuch and moved to Minnesota. To this marriage, she had three sons, Joshua, Nathan and Mathew Kostuch. She later divorced and moved back to Poplar. She also was married to Mr. Ahlstrand, whom she divorced. She worked at the school for a short time. She loved the students and met some lifelong friends during this time. She loved to watch old western shows and cooking shows. She is survived by her three sons, Joshua, Nathan

Mitchell Roy Thompson Sr., 47, of Wolf Point died July 30, 2025, at Faith Lutheran Home. He was born in Wolf Point Feb. 6, 1978, to Linda Marie Adams and Victor Michael Thompson. As a young boy, his family located to Great Falls, where he was raised amongst his cousins and friends as siblings because he was an only child. In high school, he excelled in basketball and football. His parents were his biggest fans and supporters. They followed him proudly. Every Thursday, his mother would have the whole team over for Indian tacos. He was awarded a scholarship and attended college in Dillon. In 1997, he returned to Wolf Point to reside with his parents, caring for grandmother Edythe Thompson in her last years of her life. He gained employment for Sansaver Construction where discovered his calling and career choice. In 2000, he met Lauren Jetmore. They married Sept. 22, 2006. From that union,

Marietta 'Babe' FourBear, 92, of Brockton died Aug. 9, 2025. Services are pending under the direction of Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point.

Curtis Allen Menz Jr. “P-Nut”, 40, of Bismarck, N.D., died Monday, July 21, 2025, in Bismarck. He was born June 4, 1985, with twin brother “Big M” to “Sadie” Wanda Smith and “Baby Allen” Curtis Menz Sr. in Poplar, where he lived the majority of his life. He loved to tease at work with co-workers, friends and family. He loved spending time with his family and friends when he could and would always try to help where and when he could. He was a soft-hearted and kind person who always looked towards the positive side of everything. He loved to travel to powwows and listen to Mandaree, Northern Cree and Black Lodge. He enjoyed being at sweats and practicing his cultural way of life. He enjoyed his sobriety and speaking to others at meetings, making new friends along the way. He worked hard to obtain his sobriety coins and was working on getting his

Tristin Edward Vandall, 22, of Cedar City, Utah, died July 31, 2025, near Modena, Utah. Born to Troy and Melani (Garsjo) Vandall on Nov. 14, 2002, he came out running — so much so that the doctors sized him up as a threemonth-old. Just 18 months later, he was joined by his sister, Tarin, whom he fondly called “Baby T.” The two shared a close bond that only deepened as they navigated life’s adventures on their own paths. Raised in northeastern Montana, he developed a deep appreciation for the outdoors through time spent with his dad, grandfather Larry and close friends. From early deer hunts to harvesting a bull elk solo during his first archery season, he embraced nature with grit and independence. He was often drawn to the hills — frequently finding himself stuck in mud or snow, but always determined to head back out for another adventure. After graduating high school independently, he moved 1,200 miles south to Cedar City to attend Southern Utah University. He completed the aircraft maintenance technician program and was continuing his studies in engineering technology, often nerding out with his mother with modeling and 3D print projects. He quickly built a new circle of friends in Utah, whom he cherished deeply, while staying connected with his Montana crew. He had just returned from a trip to Alaska, where he joined family for a fishing adventure. True to form, he packed a frozen bag of fish

Betty Jean Lamphier, 96, died at the Eastern Montana Veterans Home in Glendive on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. She was born Feb. 23, 1929, to parents Andy and Hazel Schlenz in Poplar. She attended Breezy Flats School until she graduated from eighth grade. She helped her parents on the farm until she moved to Sidney with her sister Mona and worked at the Sidney Dry Cleaners. She married Clifford R. Lamphier on March 18, 1950, and they had six children, Dwight, Gloria, LaMont, Milo, Luanne and Tammy. She worked at home taking care of the family and household. There was not much that she could not do inside or outside the family home. From taking care of the animals, building fence, changing an electrical outlet, canning, sewing, baking bread, making butter, cooking — you name it she could do it and do it well. Once all the children were in school, she worked at the LaLonde Hotel because it was “too quiet” at home. After the children were grown and Clifford retired, she went to work for the Sidney Public Schools as a custodian for 10 years until her retirement. During her employment, she was nominated and awarded Teacher of the Month by the students. Even though she was not officially

Ruth “Dolly” F. Lambert, 76, of Culbertson died Friday, July 25, 2025, at Trinity Regional Hospital in Minot, N.D. She was born Oct. 23, 1948, in Poplar to Clarence and Emma (Moran) Lambert. Though baptized as Ruth, she was affectionately called Dolly by friends and family. She attended school in Culbertson and graduated from high school in 1967. After high school, she went on to study education at Montana State University Northern in Havre. Once she earned her degree, she returned to Culbertson where she worked at Poplar Daycare, Montana Bar and Culbertson School. In 1973, she welcomed her only son, David. While living in Culbertson, she enjoyed spending time with her sisters, quilting, canning, gardening and participating in a bowling league. In 1987, she and her son moved to Trenton, N.D. There, she began working for the Trenton Indian Service Area. She enrolled in Williston College where she obtained bachelor’s degree. Over the years, she held various roles, including CHR, housing clerk and eventually director of Trenton Housing. Dolly retired from her position at Trenton Housing in 2015. During her time in Trenton, she continued to enjoy quilting,

Jerome Etzel, 78, of Williston, N.D., died July 25, 2025 at the Billings Clinic in Billings. He was born Nov. 10, 1946, to Clarence and Adelle (Axelson) Etzel in Wolf Point. He grew up on the family farm and at the age of 18 was enlisted into the United States Army. While he was stationed at Zweibrucken, Germany, he met his wife, Margarete, and they were married

Allen D. Martell, 64, died Aug. 1, 2025. Services are pending under the direction of Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point.