Marian Ann (Haber) Johnson, 77, of Circle died July 9, 2024 She was born in Terry on Jan. 23, 1947, to Theodore and Anna (Sukut) Haber of Brockway. She joined brothers, Don, Glen and Harry. Her sister Betty and brother Larry would soon follow. The family was raised on the farm north of Brockway where she was a real tomboy and took after her father loving everything horse. She spent many hours with her horses growing up, something she continued to enjoy her entire life. She loved riding and spent countless hours in the saddle or bareback and always enjoyed a good horse race. She attended the Stoney Butte School, west of the farm, through the eighth grade. She continued her education at Circle High School for her freshman and sophomore year and then went on to Lustre Christian High School in Lustre for her junior and senior years, graduating in 1965. She then went to cosmetology school before returning to Circle in 1966. She started waitressing at the Midway Cafe in 1966, working with her aunt Margaret Waldbauer. It was also in the Midway Cafe where she met her future husband, Willard “Bill” Johnson, in January 1967. It didn’t take long for the tall, dark-haired “Norsky” to convince his pretty, petite “Kraut” to marry him and that’s exactly what they did on July 16, 1967. They affectionately called each other the “Norsky” and the “Kraut” for the next 56 years. They lived in a variety of places in the early years, like Sidney and the Glasgow Air Force Base, but soon realized that McCone County was home and came back in the spring of 1972. Their son Garry was born in 1968, daughter Kristie in 1972 and daughter Becky in 1973. The family

Marlene Emily Yoss, 86, died July 10, 2024, at the Sidney Health Center in Sidney. She was born Feb. 2, 1938, the only daughter of Hans and Minnie Sorensen. She was born and raised in Hinsdale alongside her four brothers, Edwin, Gordon, Melvin and Harry. In 1955, she married Delbert Johnson and, in that marriage, she had six children, Rodney, Terry, Janelle, Gaylene, Darlene and Darell. They later divorced. In 1969, she married Bill Yoss. They together had five children, Edie, Ray, Arlene, Kimberly and Raylene. She was a stay-at- home mom and, later in life, worked countless volunteer hours and 25 plus years for the Senior Companion Program. It was her passion to help others. During those years, she made many lifelong friends and relationships. Those who knew her knew she had a heart of gold, and she considered everyone family. If she had something and someone else needed it, it was theirs, no questions asked, and she expected nothing in return. She finally gave that up two years ago; it was time for someone else to take care of her. She loved watching her grandchildren play all sorts of sports from baseball and basketball to wrestling, always cheering them on. Having her great-grandchildren around and watching them grow in person and in pictures was the highlight of her life. In 2022, she moved to Sidney and enjoyed being waited on hand and foot. Her hobbies included bingo days,

Kyle T. Waller, 45, of St. Marie died July 11, 2024, his mother’s birthday. He was born New Year’s Eve, 1978. He attended Froid Public School where his family discovered their quiet son was actually the “class clown.” His parents were also told by a grade schoolteacher that although he was not top of his class, he had the best imagination by far. He enjoyed working on the farm with his father and took part in 4-H. In 1992, he purchased a steer from a good friend and rancher in Malta. That steer was to become Grand Champion at the Roosevelt County Fair and went on to place fourth overall in the state. After high school, he attended Wyoming Tech in Laramie, Wyo., and accomplished his dream of becoming a diesel mechanic. He worked in Williston, N.D., for many years. Life was never the same after his older brother, whom

Laurie K. Anderson, 67, of Waldport, Ore., died in her sleep on June 16, 2024. She was born Nov. 20, 1956, in Wolf Point to Robert K. and Wanda Dorrayne Anderson. She was preceded in death by her brother, Craig. She is survived by her brother, Richard. Her true passion in life was her pet-sitting. Graveside services were held in Wolf Point at Greenwood

Margaret H. “Muggs” Brunelle, 83, of Wolf Point died June 29, 2024, at her home. She was born April 17, 1941, to Agnes and Fritz Eide of Vining, Minn. She attended Poplar High School. Afterwards, she worked at the Whitestar Laundry, TipTop Motel and Ben Franklin, where she later retired from. She married Kenny Brunelle on July 29, 1961, They had three children, David Brunelle, Kenny Brunelle and Rachel Stump. She was known for her feisty sense of humor and she loved to joke and tease and have a good laugh. She cherished every opportunity she had with her family and friends. She enjoyed gardening, crocheting afghans for her family and especially her grocery store runs with Rachel and Marissa. She cherished every moment she had with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her children, David, Kenny and Rachel; 10 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and one on the way. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenny; sisters, Corrine and Mary; and brothers, Butch and Arnold. Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, July 9, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Wolf Point. Interment followed at the Greenwood Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel of Wolf Point was entrusted with the arrangements.

Orlando Joshua Hale, 26, of Poplar died June 29, 2024, at Poplar Community Hospital. He was born Nov. 23, 1998 June 29, 2024, to Mavis Hernandez and Eugene Hale Jr. His Indian name, Little Thunder Walking, was given to him by his uncle Chad Hernandez. He was raised in Billings, Poplar and Wolf Point. He enjoyed horseshoes which he became a pro. He graduated Poplar High School, then worked at the Fort Peck Community College and attended classes there. He also worked at Family Dollar. He loved to read books, play Super Smash Bros with the bros, enjoyed BBQs, powwows, fishing, walking and listening to music. He was adopted by his grandmother, Mavis Hernandez. He is survived by his mother, Margaret (Ron) Starr; siblings, Damon Menz, Artie Crazy Bull Menz, Lance, Mason, Karmen, Mabel, Jessi Menz, all of Poplar; papa, Keith (Sadie) Olson Sr. of Poplar; and grandfather, Eugene Hale Sr. of North Dakota. His funeral service was held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, at the Poplar Cultural Center. Interment followed at the Poplar City Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel of Wolf Point was entrusted with the arrangements.

Susan Joyce Leddige Davis, 54, of Wolf Point died June 21, 2024. She was born on Sept. 21, 1970, to Dean and JoAnne Leddige. She graduated from Wolf Point High School in 1989 where she excelled in volleyball and track and field. Though she spent the majority of her life on the rolling plains near Wolf Point, her adventurous spirit led her to join the Navy where she visited far off places including the Philippines. An exceptional chef, she was known for her delicious recipes and always brought the most sought-after dish to the community picnic. She also had a strong sense of service, exemplified by her military work, her community activism through the Optimist Club and work in the school district.