Sandra Birthmark, “Medicine Helper Woman”, 70, of Poplar died July 19, 2025. She was born to Eunice Alfrey and Clarence Birthmark on Aug. 26, 1954, in Poplar. She was raised in Fort Kipp, and later moved to Brockton, then Poplar. She was a part of the Bad Temper Bear Clan. She loved attending church, pow-wows and family gatherings. In her early days, she sang with her mother and two sisters with their drum group. She loved to travel and meet new people and have a good conversation. She loved to visit on the phone and pray for relatives and friends. She liked to make a joke here and there. She was always ready to listen and give advice where she could and brought comfort to those in need. She is survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her step-father, Lavern Alfrey; siblings, Charon Owens, Diane Chase, Lynn Birthmark, Darryl Birthmark, James Birthmark, Joyce Birthmark, Clarice Birthmark, Sheldon Birthmark, Nolan Birthmark and Kermit Birthmark; and grandson, Scott Harrington. Her funeral service was held Wednesday, July 23, at the Assembly of God Church in Poplar. Interment was at the Poplar City Cemetery under the direction of Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel of Wolf Point.

Nadine Michele Loomis, 58, died July 23, 2025, at her home in Billings. She was proud of her roots and the joy of growing up in a large, loving family. Cousins, aunts, uncles and siblings surround her. She was especially close to her grandmother, even living with her for a time after her grandfather’s death. She cherished the closeness of being part of such a close family circle. Family gatherings were some of her fondest memories. In 1992, she met Pete Loomis and they married in 1999. She found immense joy in cheering Pete on with every hill climb and she was endlessly proud of him for his accomplishments. She was a woman who never met a stranger and whose spirit lit up every room she entered. She had a quiet strength she carried through her life and through all the challenges she faced. She has touched countless lives. She is survived by her husband, Pete; father, Roger Wimmer; sister, Natalie Stein; and brother, Brad Wimmer. She was preceded in death by her mother, Donna Wimmer. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Mary Lynne Granbois was born in Poplar, Mont., on April 23, 1937. Her parents were Nellie Nesbit Baker and Melvin G Baker. She was married to Michael Granbois and they had three children, Thomas (Colette), Manny (Melissa) and Brenda Granbois. She has one brother, James. Grandchildren include Heather Granbois (Katy), Andrew Granbois (Sheena), Jessica Dionne (Isaiah), Michael Granbois (Kari), Jordan Granbois (Tanya), Abbey Granbois, Megan Granbois, Laura Allen (Cameron), Cheryce Perales Sanchez (Donavon) and Brianna Perales. There are 10 wonderful grandchildren and 16 exceptional great-grandchildren. Mary Lynne passed away July 18, 2025, in Billings Hospital with her children and grandchildren nearby. Of course, they were nearby. This is where she wanted them and this is where they wanted to be. She was surely the matriarch of the family, both before and after the death of her husband. She carried the family crest with honor and pride and her reward was a beautiful and loving family — an assembly of fine men and women. Mary Lynne lived in Poplar almost her entire life with exceptions for advanced education and brief years apart while her husband taught and coached. Their return to their hometown brought them home to family and friends from their childhoods. She was an active participant in her children’s lives and raised them to be good members and leaders in their community. Mary Lynne was the firstborn child to her mother’s family of wartime farmers. She was the beautiful little child with pigtails that ran to see her uncles and aunts who adored her. Her mama took such pride in making her a little lady. Her mama and Uncle Charlie took her by the hand to Sunday school on Sunday morning. She was a good singer ... and loud. During her school years, she was the center of social gatherings and had many close friends. Weekend dances in the Baker basement were an attraction and everyone was invited. She participated in school activities without exception and was the best dancer her brother ever twirled. Her home became sanctuary for all her children and their families to come. The infamous kitchen table was a place of laughter and love with all of her family gathered around. She was a die-hard Montana Grizzly fan until her last breath and beyond. She was fiercely loyal and honest in her advice, someone her family looked to often, her strength in life and death was unmatched. Tom, Manny and Brenda would like to thank all those who had the honor of being a part of her life. We will miss her. Her cremated remains will be placed at rest with her family at a time of a private family celebration of her life. (Paid Obituary)

Phyllis LaVon (Rudolph) Hubing, 88, of Circle died Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at the McCone County Health Center. She was born in Wolf Point on Aug. 14, 1936, to Elmer and Bertha (Toots) Rudolph. Elmer commented he had $7 left when he brought Toots and Phyllis home. She grew up on the farm northwest of Circle where she was later joined by her brother, Tom. She and Tom rode horses to school with their mom who was their teacher at Duck Creek School, then later at Fountain School. She told stories of the shenanigans they got up to as children with Tom being the “mastermind” and her as the “stuntman” usually. There were also several stories of her driving skills coached by her brother. She enjoyed riding her horse, Lady, and the farm/ranch life. She graduated from Circle High School in 1954. She was a proud Circle Wildcat all her life and was excited to ride on the McCone County Healthcare float in the Town and Country Day parade a few years ago in her Wildcat gear. She attended Nurses training in Miles City at the Presentation School of Nursing and graduated in 1957. Part of her training was in Aberdeen, S.D., and the nursing students rode the train from Miles City to Aberdeen. She then worked for five years in various places including Yosemite Park, Cut Bank and Circle. While working in Circle, she became reacquainted with Dale Hubing and they were married June 23, 1962. They celebrated their 63rd anniversary this year. They had five children, Patsy, Cathy, Renee, Jon and Sherri. Family was everything to her and she spent many hours helping her children in their pursuits of rodeo, 4-H and school activities. She faithfully kept times and scores for all the rodeo events for many years, even after the children weren’t participating anymore. She served many years as a 4-H leader and made multiple trips to Bozeman to 4-H Congress as a chaperone. She was a longtime member of Summit Homemakers Club, the Circle Cowbelles, as well as an active member of the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. She was also very involved with her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren. She loved celebrating birthdays, Christmas and Easter with family. She was quick with a smile, had a great sense of humor and was the most selfless, gracious and generous person. Her never-give-up attitude was an inspiration to many. She spent her spare time knitting and cross stitching. When her children were older, she returned to nursing and worked eight years at the McCone County Nursing Home and then served on the nursing home board for nine years. She is survived by her husband, Dale; children, Patsy White, Cathy Workman, Renee Solberg, Jon Hubing and Sherri Eggebrecht; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and brother, Tom Rudolph. Visitation was held on Wednesday, July 30, at Stevenson & Sons Chapel in Circle with family receiving friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, July 31, at 10 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Circle. Rite of Committal will follow in the Riverview Cemetery in Circle.