Lawrence R. Palazzo, 92, of Glasgow died Dec. 17, 2025. Services are pending,

Dale Warren Romo, 76, of Bainville died Dec. 12, 2025. He was born Oct. 26, 1949, to Paul and Ella Halvorson Romo in Williston, ND. He joined older brother, Lawrence; and soon brothers, Leland and Alan, joined the family. Growing up on the farm south of Bainville, he and his brothers drove to their grandparents’ house before and after school to milk their cows. He first learned how to ride by hopping on a dairy cow and letting the cow leave the barn. His father died while he was in seventh grade and the boys took over the farming operation with the help of their Uncle Lester. Throughout high school, he was active in basketball, football and FFA where he won gold in the livestock judging competition at the National FFA convention in Kansas City. During this time, he discovered his love for music. What started out as the Dale Romo band turned into the Shotgun Creek band. Music was a staple throughout his life. After graduating from high school in 1967, he went to college in Billings. Shortly after that, he decided to further his education of being a mechanic, transferring to attend Northern College in Havre. While at Northern, he met Rochelle (Rocky) Berge. After college, he moved back home to the farm and joined the National Guard. This was his second attempt; the first time he tried, he was told he looked too young. He was active in the National Guard for 27 years and inactive for an additional 14 more. In 1970, he and Rocky got married in Wolf Point. They had three children: Paul in 1973, Cody in 1975 and Danielle in 1978. The brothers purchased their first piece of property, often referred to as the Rhea place. This was the start of the Romo Brothers partnership, which became a very large part of his life. He quickly became the goto mechanic and was always ready to lend a hand when

Sybil Doris Erickson, 76, died Dec. 13, 2025, at Billings Clinic Hospital. She was born in Poplar on Oct. 31, 1949, to Florence Mae Weinberger Bighorn and Ernest Clark Bighorn Sr. She was the fourth born of her siblings: Ernie, Jackie, Crystal, Alda and James Bighorn. Her father named her after his only sister, Sybil Lambert. Being born on Halloween, she was affectionately known as “boo boos” by many of her friends and family. She attended school in Brockton and received her GED. She later attended Cook Christian Training School in Tempe, Ariz., where she loved being with her Bighorn relatives. She also spent time in Riverside, Calif., and Billings in her younger years. She married Keith Erickson Sr. and, to this union, she raised three children, Joe, Keith and Kristen. Together, they operated Chief Drive-In. She worked at the Smoke Shack and Tribal Express over the years but, ultimately, dedicated over 30 years of her life working as a paraprofessional where her patience, kindness and commitment left a lasting impact on countless students. Her work extended far beyond the classroom and she played an important role in helping raise many along the way, offering guidance, encouragement and unwavering support. She was a woman whose heart and home were always open. She never turned anyone away and raised numerous children, loving each of them as her own. She always had a spare room or couch for anyone. Known for her

David E. Brownlee, 79, of Wolf Point passed away Dec. 10, 2025. He was born Feb. 9, 1946, the youngest child of Helen Louise (Styre) and James “Jim” Brownlee. Attending school in Wolf Point, he received awards for trampoline and swim teams and graduated in 1965. From 1967 to 1970, David served his country in Viet Nam and was always proud of his time in the Army. After returning home, David worked many jobs, including Dad’s Bar where he continued to “help out” for many years. In 1985, he started his career at the Montana Department of Transportation, staying there until he retied 25 years later. In 1982, David married Valerie Marquardt. He met the love of his life in 1983 when his only child, Jordanne, was born. He was a good dad and always made sure she had everything she needed (or wanted!). David always enjoyed time spent with friends and family, especially playing pool with “the guys” or golfing with his

Ryan Jaron Schumacher, 19, of Wolf Point died Dec. 18, 2025. He graduated from Wolf Point High School in 2024 and attended college at Montana State University - Bozeman to pursue architecture and civil engineering. He later decided to instead pursue a career in music and was studying to become a music teacher with plans to attend college in Missoula. He loved the arts and participated in music classes, drama class and speech and drama competitions in high school. He had such a love for music and participated in band, pep band and the various choirs in high school, as well as marching band at MSU - Bozeman. He spent his free time composing and playing his many instruments filling the entire house with music. He was also a member of Northern Lightning and enjoyed playing the various venues in the community. His many talents allowed him to travel on tours and perform in Chicago and Kansas City. He was also selected to participate in the David Potter and Edwin Furshpan Native American High School Program, which allowed him to travel to Boston and study at Harvard University. He enjoyed these travels and aspired to travel to and eventually live in Ireland. In earlier years, he spent a lot of time with his grandfather Michael watching old

Lewis Martell Sr., 63, died Dec. 16, 2025, at Poplar Community Hospital in Poplar. Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, Dec. 23, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Interment followed at Fort Kipp Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with arrangements.

Roberta Boyd, 93, died Dec. 15, 2025, at Billings Clinic in Billings. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Dec. 29, at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with arrangements.

Donna Ricker, 76, died Dec. 15, 2025. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Dec. 30, at 11 a.m. at the Wolf Point Community Hall. Burial will be at King Memorial Cemetery in Wolf Point. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with arrangements.

LaVern “Vern” E. Unger, 90, of Wolf Point died Dec. 6, 2025, at Faith Home. He was born Dec. 2, 1935, to Abram and Anna (Unrau) Unger on the family farm in Lustre. From a very young age, he loved to work with all kinds of materials, knowing he could craft something unique or make something even better just by using his hands and his natural creativity. This creative spirit led him, during his high school years, to seek education and opportunities away from the farm in Hutchinson, Kansas. Amidst his second year of schooling, and living on a high schooler’s salary, he decided to enter the workforce, taking on jobs with custom cutting crews and mine work. In 1954, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving with honor as a mechanic in the 3201st Aircraft Repair Squadron at Sheppard Air Force Base in Texas. He received an honorable discharge in 1956. After returning home to Montana briefly, he ventured to Washington where he co-founded V& B Design, a cabinetry business, with Bob Baerg. During this time, he met and later married Delores Dahl, warmly welcoming three stepdaughters into his life: Wendy, Devorah and Johanna. The couple later moved to California and eventually parted ways amicably. In 1972, he became a successful entrepreneur in Corian materials with his creation of Artistic Countertops in Chatsworth, Calif., which remains in operation today. Through his business, he formed lasting friendships, particularly with Darla Hernandez, his longtime Corian supplier, and Roger Galeana, who worked with him for over 35 years. Roger ultimately acquired the business upon Vern’s retirement in 2008, when he returned home to Montana. Vern was preceded in death by his brother, Ed; and sisters, Helen, Rose Friesen, Leatha Brown and LaVera Unger. He is survived by his brother, Larry Unger. A viewing was held on Thursday, Dec. 11, at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point. Cremation followed. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with arrangements.

Arnold Waller, 93, of Billings died Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, at Highgate Assisted Living in Billings. Born in Circle in 1932 to Theodore Waller, a cowboy and rancher in McCone County and Elizabeth Waller (Dougherty), a dedicated schoolteacher from Minnesota, he grew up in the rugged beauty of northern McCone County. His mother taught him and his siblings in a rural one-room schoolhouse, instilling in them the value of education and perseverance. He was the second eldest of five children. He was preceded in death by his brother, Alvin Waller; and sister, Margery Koltes. He is survived by his brother, Leo Waller of Circle; and sister, Eldora Berry of Billings. He graduated from Circle High School in 1950 and proudly served in the U.S. Army beginning in 1952. Stationed in Germany during the post-war rebuilding efforts, he discovered his lifelong trade as an operating engineer. After his discharge in 1954, he embarked on a career in road construction. The development of the interstate highway system took him across Montana, Wyoming, Colorado and South Dakota. Starting as a welder/mechanic, he worked his way up to operating engineer and eventually superintendent, later applying his expertise in the coal mines of Gillette, Wyo. While working in Rapid City, S.D., he met Vernice Curtis. Together, they built a family and raised five children, Genie Loghry (preceded in death), Michael Gorsuch, Raymond Gorsuch, Art Waller and James Waller. Their family grew to include 15 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. He was a devoted father and stepfather, teaching his children the importance of hard work and serving as a true example of what it means to be a dad and husband. He and Vernice eventually retired to Billings, where they enjoyed their later years together until Vernice's death in 2019. Memorial services were held Dec. 8 at Smith Downtown Funeral Chapel in Billings. Burial will be at Yellowstone National Cemetery in Laurel, alongside Vernice.