Curtis Allen Menz Jr. “P-Nut”, 40, of Bismarck, N.D., died Monday, July 21, 2025, in Bismarck. A wake will be held Monday, Aug. 4, at the Poplar Cultural Center in Poplar, starting at 7 p.m. His funeral service will be held Tuesday, Aug. 5, at 1 p.m. at the Poplar Cultural Center. Burial will be at the Riverside Catholic Cemetery.

Patrick Mckay, 52, of Poplar died July 13, 2025. He was born in California on June 7, 1973, to Phoebe Melbourne and Patrick “Boy Boy” Mckay. He spent most of his life in Brockton before he moved to Poplar. He attended school in Wahpeton, N.D., and Flandreau, S.D., along with his sister Theresa Mckay. He loved to listen to heavy metal music. There was never a dull moment with him. He was high spirited and loved a sense of adventure. He always loved his walks and visited with all who crossed in his path. He also loved hanging out with family and friends. You would always see him outside of Frostees sweeping and making sure the parking lot was clean for the community. He is survived by his daughter, Melody Bear of Brockton; sons, Walter Loves Him of Oklahoma, Nikolas, Cameron and Connor Ogle of Poplar; seven grandchildren; brothers, John Walking Eagle of Billings and Larry Hamilton of Poplar. He was preceded in death by his sister, Thresea Mckay; and brother, Daniel Mckay. His funeral service was held Monday, July 21, at the Poplar Cultural Center with interment at Riverside Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point.

Doreen Rene Sudbrack Worley, 87, passed away July 9, 2025, at her home in Nampa, Idaho. Rene was born Sept. 20, 1937, in Malta, Mont. She was the second child of Reinhard and Hattie (Iverson) Sudbrack of Saco. Rene grew up on the family homestead five miles north of Saco on Milk River. Along with her siblings, she helped her parents farm, ranch and tend to the infinite tasks of Montana agricultural life. During her years as a Saco Panther, Rene participated in a variety of activities, including music. She was acknowledged for her piano and organ accompaniment for her schoolmates. After graduating as salutatorian in 1955, she moved to Glasgow where she met her future husband, Charles “Chuck” Worley. Chuck secured work from the Montana Highway Department and because of job requirements, Chuck and Rene lived in many towns including Malta (twice), Wolf Point (twice), Glasgow (twice), Opheim, Scobey, Culbertson and Deer Lodge. Along the way, Nancy and Jerry were born. By 1968, the family landed in Wolf Point for the second time. To avoid another move, Chuck retired from the highway department in 1971 and, with Rene’s help, purchased the Sears Catalog Store — and eventually self-identified as Wolf Pointers for 50 years. In 1972, Mark was born, and the family was now complete. For decades, Rene was involved in community volunteerism where she and Chuck met many treasured friends. They volunteered for rodeos, church undertakings, youth activities and civic causes. They were founding members of Wolf Point’s annual Clean Sweep. They were also charter participants with the Wolf Point Athletic Association, which was instrumental in building the school’s sports complex on Lowry Field and the original all-weather track. For these and other unassuming efforts, the couple was selected as Grand Marshals for the 2014 Wolf Point Wild Horse Stampede Rodeo. Beyond the community, Rene worked with the Montana Legislature and the U.S. Congress in securing laws for the protection of the elderly from financial exploitation. She took several trips to Washington, D.C., as a national representative for AARP to help with the cause. Rene was preceded in death by her parents; infant brother, Curtis; and brother Phillip (Karla). She is survived by her husband, Chuck; children, Nancy (LaVar), Jerry (Peggy) and Mark (Becky); sister, Norma (Ted); brothers, Cecil (Sharon) and Dale (Elena); grandchildren, Jake, Bret, Dawn and Alex; and numerous beloved cousins, nieces, nephews and special friends. Words cannot express how much we thank you for the outpouring of sympathy, love, support and prayers. We are grateful. Our mom would be honored if we celebrated a well-lived life by sharing a smile with those around us as often as possible. A celebration of Rene’s life will take place on Saturday, Sept. 13, at 1 p.m. at the I.O.O.F. Hall in Saco. Memorials for the family may be left to the charity of your choice. Or, in the spirit of one of our mom’s core beliefs, we are encouraged to make our communities a better place to live. Condolences for the family may be left at https:// zeyerfuneral.com. (Paid Obituary)

Barbara Anne (Crohn) Wivholm, 92, of Plentywood died July 13, 2025. She was born March 20, 1933, in Plentywood to Henry J. and Ingeborg B. Knudsen Crohn of the Volmer - Dagmar community. She was the oldest of three children. She grew up on the Crohn ranch. She attended Franklin Elementary School and graduated from Medicine Lake High School. She married John Wivholm on Sept. 26, 1950. They raised seven children and she was a stay-at-home mom until the children got older. She enjoyed combine rides at harvest and taking meals to the fields. She was meticulous with her floors and lawn. She could spot a crumb or stick many feet away — she had wonderful eyesight. A very dedicated fan, she attended Honker and Redhawk games and listened on the radio when she could. She also took some adult education classes of calligraphy and exercise. She worked the lunch counter at Lake Bowl when bowling became the popular sport. She also worked at the Laketonian restaurant and did housekeeping at Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home. She was active in the Union Congregational Church from Sunday school with her children through Women’s Ladies Aid. If she was a member of an organization, she didn’t want to miss a meeting. She was a charter member of the VFW Auxiliary in Medicine Lake and served as treasurer for many years. Senior Citizens and Red Hats were a fun time to socialize in the later years. She gathered news items for the Plentywood Herald and reported the Medicine Lake weather temperatures to the Williston, N.D., TV station. She and John enjoyed traveling to the various states to visit family. One of the highlights of their lives was Thanksgiving 1994 when all the Wivholms flew to Florida to spend the holiday with David and Brenda. Another milestone event was in summer of 2000 when she and John celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. She spent three years at the Pioneer Manor before she relocated to La Casa in Plentywood in 2020. She was preceded by her husband, John; and brother, John Crohn. She is survived by her children, Janet McCabe of Medicine Lake, David Wivholm of Cape Canaveral, Fla., Duane Wivholm of Bismarck, N.D., Nancy Niemann of Nolanville, Texas, Dallas Wivholm of Grass Valley, Calif., Jeff Wivholm of the family farm and Mary Anne Stream of Anchorage, Alaska; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and a brother, Don Crohn of Florida. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 19, at the Medicine Lake Fire Hall. Interment at the Medicine Lake Cemetery followed the service.

Bernadette Laverne LovesHim, “Mama Koolaid”, 81, of Poplar died July 1, 2025, in Billings. She was born March 12, 1944, to Amelia and Wilbur LovesHim in Poplar, where she lived all her life. She loved to cruise around, play Keno, listen to music — her favorites were Elvis Presley and Hank Williams — and go to Bingo with her grandchildren. They called her “lucky duck” at any Bingo she went to. She thought very highly of her children, great-grandchildren, family and friends. She was always surrounded by loved ones. She loved Matt Dillon, Gunsmoke or Little House on the Prairie and was always playing on TV. She always had a funny story to tell. She had two sons, Gene A. Youngman and Raymond LovesHim; and four daughters, Margaret, Florence, Zelda and Rebecca LovesHim. She is survived by her sons, Gene A. Youngman and Raymond LovesHim; daughters, Margaret LovesHim and Zelda LovesHim; adopted daughter, (Sadie) Wanda Smith; and numerous grandchildren. She was preceded in death by daughters, Rebecca LovesHim and Florence LovesHim; son, Matthew Truxler Scott; grandchildren, Edna LovesHim, Vance WoundedFace, Amber CalfTail and Glenda Welch; and sister, Estelle LovesHim. Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 16, at the Poplar Cultural Center. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with arrangements.

Victor Wagner, 89 of Circle died Saturday, July 12, 2025, at his home on the farm, where he was born, raised and lived all his life. He was a kind and gentle man who was known as a son, brother, devoted husband, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa, uncle, cousin, neighbor and friend. He was born in the family home on Sept. 25, 1935, to Gottlieb and Lydia Wagner. He attended country schools through eighth grade, which was somewhat common back then. He farmed and raised livestock his entire life. He met his future wife, Jean, and they were married on June 14, 1958, in Circle. They had five children: Nora, Bruce, Lois, Brian and Amy. He missed Jean terribly during the 15 years since her death and looked forward to joining her in Heaven. Throughout the years, he raised cattle, pigs and chickens, but his most enjoyment was farming. Years ago in his teen years, when breaking sod in the fall, when it was cold, her was on a tractor with no cab. Since the front tires of the tractor would follow the furrows, he would jump off the tractor and walk and jog alongside the tractor to stay warm. He enjoyed gardening, especially tomatoes which he liked fresh off the plant. He did woodworking, including making doll furniture such as small tables and chairs. He made child-sized chairs for each grandchild. He also made a dollhouse for Jean because she enjoyed miniature furniture and playing with the grandchildren. He made wood cutting boards, which Jean finished by painting flowers on each board. Jean’s health did limit their traveling; however, they were able to drive down the West Coast, visited Tennessee, Missouri, Texas and New York. They also enjoyed an Alaskan cruise. He went on a church mission trip to Bolivia in January 2005 to help a community build a church. At 60 years old, he took flying lessons from a neighbor, and, when he learned to take off and land, he decided he was satisfied and did not pursue flying any further. He read a lot about conservation and new farming practices. He was awarded Conservationist of the Year in McCone County one year. He helped more than one young farmer get started in farming, in addition to his own two sons. He was a member of the Evangelical Church, Farm Bureau, McCone County 100 Club and a board member of the McCone County Nursing Home and several other boards. He became an avid reader in his later years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Wagner; son, Brian; daughter, Lois; and granddaughter, Judy. He is survived by his sister, Violet; children. Nora Muller and Bruce Wagner; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 26, at 11 a.m. at the Circle Evangelical Church. Interment will be in the Riverview Cemetery in Circle.

Sandra Birthmark, “Medicine Helper Woman”, 70, died July 19, 2025. Her funeral service was held Wednesday, July 23, at 1 p.m. 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.

Phyllis Hubing, 88, of Circle died Tuesday, July 22, 2025. The funeral service will be announced at a later date pending the completion of the arrangements with Stevenson & Sons of Miles City.

Doreen “Ding” Ferguson, 61, of Poplar died July 8, 2025. She was born in Poplar to George and Lois Ferguson on July 29, 1963. She lived all her life in Poplar. She was a very caring, loving person who helped anyone in need when she could. Her greatest joy in life was her grandchildren. She worked at Ole’s Floral Shop, college and housekeeper for Dr. Shanley. She did the best she could with what she had. She loved hard, cared hard, lived hard, but she always told you to take care and that she loved you. She is survived by her daughter, Amber LeMay; sons, George Montclair and Ezra; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sisters, Carlene, Ava, Connie and Jordis; and brothers, Leslie and Billy. She was preceded in death by granddaughter, Dassani BlackDog; siblings, Jeri Lynn, Rose Mary, Sandi and Jake. Her funeral service was held Friday, July 18, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Poplar with interment at the Poplar City Cemetery under the direction of Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point.

Jeffrey Allen Ricker, Wiyaka Hanska Najin, Tall Standing Feather, 53, of Wolf Point, died June 29, 2025. He was born April 29, 1972, in Portland, Ore., to Ronald and Katherine (Riley) Ricker. He was raised in Portland along with his six siblings, known as “The Ricker 7.” During his childhood days spent in St. Johns, he could be found cruising the neighborhood on his bicycle with his brothers, sneaking into Blazer games with his best friend Ty, learning new wrestling moves from his big brother and practicing those moves on his younger siblings. He moved to Wolf Point in the summer of 1988, where he began work at Buttreys Foods. It was here where he met Cody Reum, whom he married in the summer of 1992. From this union, they welcomed Courtney, Tyler, Brandon, Spencer and Cassandra. During this 23-year marriage, he formed a lifelong family with the Reums, who notoriously nicknamed him “Feffy” and with whom he enjoyed working, joking, 4-wheeling and riding horses. He married Janette Whitehawk in the winter of 2014 and remained married until her death in 2022. From this 8-year union, he gained another daughter, Sheray. His passion for fixing things began at a young age and continued throughout his life. He became a talented and skilled mechanic, dedicating most of his time to getting his hands dirty working at a multitude of automotive shops or helping friends and family repair vehicles in his free time. Over the past decade, he developed another family with the men he laughed and worked with at Northern Prairie Auto Sales. Thinking about him, it’s hard not to hear the heavy metal and rock music that was his world. If he wasn’t