Irene Josephine Davidson, 90, died March 5, 2024, in Culbertson. She was born on March 3, 1934, in Froid to Elizabeth “Beeb” and Helmer Hanson. Her journey began in Froid, where she attended school and embraced a strong work ethic from a young age. She was confirmed in the Froid Lutheran Church, where she found solace and community. In August 1951, she married Vernie L. Davidson in Seattle, Wash., marking the beginning of a lifelong partnership filled with love and shared adventures. Together, they built a life and raised their family across various communities in Montana and Washington before finally settling in Callaway, Minn., where they retired after many years of hard work. Their enduring love and commitment saw them through almost 60 years of marriage. Throughout her life, she was known for her unwavering dedication to her family and her community. She was a beloved figure in Callaway, where she worked in various businesses, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew her. Her resourcefulness and can-do attitude were evident in every aspect of her life. Whether she was cooking her famous meals, baking, tending to her garden, birdwatching or cutting a rug on the dance floor as a polka partner, she approached everything with enthusiasm and determination. In her later years, she found joy in the simple pleasures of life, spending countless hours

Artis R. “Chic” Robinson, 74 of Wolf Point died Feb. 16, 2024, in Billings. She was born on Dec. 7, 1949, in Poplar to Art St. Germaine Sr. and Elizabeth Cantrell. She attended school at Immaculate Conception and then went onto Wolf Point High School. She attended all branches of Beauty Culture in Oklahoma City, Okla., in 1970. Then returning from Oklahoma, she moved to Glasgow where she met Garry. They married in Glasgow on Oct. 3, 1972. She had five children, Michael, Gator, Phoebe, Garrick Sr. and Chance. She worked at Wood’s Powr-Grip for many years, then moved onto Looking Eagle Manufacturing Co., Trinity Hospital, Stockman’s Bar, she managed the Waterhole and was also a waitress at various cafes. She enjoyed playing pool “leagues” with family and friends. She truly enjoyed paying wist and cribbage. She enjoyed the company at the kitchen table, drinking coffee or just visiting. She was a devoted Greenbay Packers fan. She enjoyed reading and crosswords, popcorn with lots of butter, Old Dutch chips and soups. She is survived by daughter, Phoebe Robinson of Phoenix, Ariz.; sons, Garrick Robinson of Wolf Point and Chance of Wolf Point; siblings, Debra Hamilton of Wolf Point, Teresa St. Germaine and Paulette St. Germaine of Wolf Point, Arthur R. St. Germaine Jr. and Veronica of Great Falls; 11 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Garry Robinson Sr.; sons, Michael and Gator; and siblings, Roger St. Germaine and Carolyn Sue St. Germaine. Her memorial service was held Tuesday, Feb. 27, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Wolf Point. Interment was at Greenwood Cemetery.

Bryan Edward Stormer, 58, died Thursday, March 7, 2024. He was born Aug. 14, 1965, in Wisconsin to Karen and Ron Stormer. His family moved to Plentywood when he was in elementary school. While growing up in Plentywood, he spent his time playing football (he was a proud member of the 1981 state championship team) and working for Blue Rock Pepsi Distribution. During this time, his mother married Steve Hammer, who became the man he would call his father. Steve taught him many woodworking and mechanic skills that would later be passed on to his sons. He met Colleen Kelly in 1987 while attending Eastern Montana College in Billings. She was a basketball player and he was working at the front desk of the gym. She was constantly looking to get extra practice and shoot around so he would keep the gym open late for her. They got engaged on Valentine’s Day and married on St. Patrick’s Day in 1990. They moved to Melstone and began their teaching and coaching careers together. In 1995, they moved to Wolf Point where he continued to teach high school math and received a National Teacher of the Year Award. They moved out to the farm in 1996 and worked hard to make it a great place for their boys. He built forts and a sandbox, made wooden swords and guns, mowed a football field and motorcycle track and, every year, planted over 500 trees. He loved to help others throughout his life and was involved in coaching track, basketball, football, cross country and wrestling. He had the wonderful gift of being able to talk and connect with everyone he met. He truly enjoyed the success of others and wanted the best for them. He taught for 25 years and retired in 2015 so that he could spend more time with his family. The pride and joys of his life were his five sons. He always told his sons his purpose as a father was to see to their education, safety and health. Mission accomplished. All

David Allen Tollefson, 91, of Wolf Point died March 4, 2024. He was born Sept. 26, 1932, to Andrew and Nellie (Berge) Tollefson in Austin, Minn. He grew up in the Austin area with one brother, Roger. He moved to Montana to find work. He met and married Berniece Wilhelm while working on a farm north of Wolf Point. He joined the Navy and was stationed in Norfolk, Va. While there, a daughter, Cindy, was born in 1955. He was honorably discharged in 1956 and moved back to Wolf

Lydania Hagadone, 54, of Poplar died March 5, 2024, in Billings. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on April 6, at the St. John's Lutheran Church. A celebration of life will follow at the Greet the Dawn Auditorium in Poplar. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.

Mary Helen Tropila, 89, died Feb. 25, 2024, at Great Falls Clinic Hospital in Great Falls. She was born April 28, 1934, in Medicine Lake to Russell and Helen Evans. She graduated from Medicine Lake High School in 1952 and continued to Kinman Business University in Spokane, Washington, earning her secretarial degree. She and Joseph Tropila were united in marriage April 27, 1957, at St. Patrick Church in Medicine Lake. They made their home in Great Falls. She enjoyed Saturday evening Mass at St. Ann’s Cathedral, Gonzaga basketball, Seattle Mariners baseball, time with her children and Nestle milk chocolate chips — the small bag. Surviving are children, Mike, Cathy MacDonald, Mitch and Cecile Sorensen;

Monte Wicka, born and raised in Libby, Mont., died unexpectedly on Feb. 29, 2024, at the age of 71 at his home on the Kootenai River on a Leap Day, unique just like him. Monte is survived by his wife, Leta, younger brothers, Mark (Karen Schultz) and Matt Wicka; brother-in-law, Barry (wife Irene); nieces and nephews, Wyatt, Justine (wife Ashley), Savanna (husband Scott) and Tyson (wife Carissa); great-nephews, Remington, Bensen, River; children, Jason and Zak; grandchildren, Jordan (Helaina), Taylor (husband Johnny), Barret, Canyon, Halle, Kate and Paisley, Hudson; and many more nieces, nephews, cousins, good friends and former coworkers. Monte lived life to the fullest, a true Libby man who loved hunting, fishing, outdoors, golf, Taekwondo, wrestling, watching his grandkids, family, coffee with the boys, Schnack-N-Decker Lumber Company, many years of firefighting and working for the Forest Service. He loved country music and Western movies (where he was a savant in knowing every actor’s and actress’ life stories). He

Marion Miller, 87, of Wolf Point died March 3, 2024, in Wolf Point. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be planned at a later date.

Nancy Hopson of Wolf Point died Monday, March 11, 2024. Services are pending under the direction of Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel of Wolf Point.

The morning of Feb. 29, 2024, Laura Wittenberg passed away after a short illness. Laura was born on Sept. 14, 1939, the youngest of eight children of Gottlieb and Erna Schock. She attended school at a country school, Circle and Wolf Point. After graduation she married Robert Wittenberg and settled on a farm north of Circle. Together, they had five children, Jeanne Rae, Robert, Shawn, Paula and Tracy. They farmed and raised their family until they divorced. Laura sold the farm and moved to Circle. She worked at Eissinger Equipment, worked for a short time as a dispatcher until she was elected County Assessor for McCone County and then later for the State of Montana. After her retirement, she enjoyed spending time with her children, grand-children and great grand children. She was well known for her love of dolls and teddy bears and had an extensive collection of both. She was always giving tips on the deals on QVC. She was the plant guru and everyone called her for advice on how not to kill their plants. She was known for her fudge and chocolate chip cookies. If you drove by her house you could see her puttering in her yard with her plants and flowers. She loved her bird feeders and watching the birds come and bathe outside her kitchen window. She always got mad when the robins would dirty the water and chase the smaller birds away. She loved Jesus and was involved in the church until her later years. She knew she was going home to be with her Savior. She was greatly loved by all of her family. Each of her family has special memories of her. She was so loved by her family and will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings. She is survived by her children, Jeanne Rae (Tom)