06 June 2024

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Steven Shumway

Steven Shumway


With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Steven Scott Shumway of Wolf Point on June 2, 2024, at his home. Steve was born Sept. 25, 1950, in Scobey, Mont., to Herman and Marlene Shumway. He grew up in Wolf Point and graduated from Wolf Point High School in 1968. Steve was drafted into the U.S. Army in June of 1970 and served in the Vietnam War from April 1971 to January 1972 as a field artilleryman. He was honorably discharged in 1972. Steve held multiple jobs ranging from ranch hand, UPS driver and helped manage Dad’s Bar for 27 years before retiring from Montana State Highway Department in 2012. During his retirement, Steve could be found taking drives around the local area with his dog, Willy. Steve always told stories highlighting his life that involved lending a helping hand to area ranchers branding, golfing and fishing in Wolf Creek. Steve’s favorite stories revolved around the “The Great Montana Centennial Cattle Drive of 1989” and helping Marvin Brookman at rodeos. Steve is survived by his lifelong partner, Taunya Wasser; father, Herman Shumway; brothers, John and Bill Shumway, all of Wolf Point Mont.; sister, Sheila Woods of Chugiak, Alaska; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Marlene Shumway; and brother, Daniel Shumway. As per Steve’s request, no services will be held. (Paid Obituary)
30 May 2024

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Chelsea Beauchamp

Chelsea Beauchamp


Chelsea Anne Pribbernow Beauchamp, 38, died May 17, 2024, in Poplar. She was born Nov. 25, 1985, to Connie Sutherland and Charles Pribbernow Sr. She was raised and educated in Poplar. She met and married Pat Beauchamp in 2006 and, from that marriage, she had four children, Bryson, Andrew, Payton and Colter. She and Pat then separated in 2015. She then met Mervin Garfield and had her last child, Ivory Garfield. She worked a few jobs housekeeping, cashier and casino attendant over the years. She had lived in Parker, Ariz., Wolf Point, Havre and Great Falls, then returned to Poplar in 2023. She enjoyed cooking frybread, doing beadwork, hanging out with friends and

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James Iron Bear Sr.

James Iron Bear Sr.


James K. “Son” Iron Bear Sr., 62, died May 17, 2024, in Poplar. He was born to Mary Red Feather and Harry IronBear Sr. on Oct. 27, 1961, in Poplar. He attended school in Poplar. In 1985, he enlisted in the Army. Around the same time, he met Lanelle R. Ricker. Together, they had four children, Jessica, Carrie, Brittany and James IronBear Jr. He worked most of his life to provide for his family. He worked at A& S Industries, various other places and ASWRSS until he retired in 2019. He enjoyed being home with his grandchildren. He loved being with family and loved talking to his sisters and brothers. He would always joke around, laugh and listen to his rock music. In his early years, he liked to cruise around. He is survived by his children, Jess, Carrie, Brittany and James Jr. of Poplar.; numerous grandchildren; sisters, Gloria Buckles, Linda
23 May 2024

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