Robert Albert Montclair III, “Lil Guy,” 47, of Poplar died Jan. 22, 2024, in Billings. He was born June 4, 1977 in Billings to Naomi J. Montclair and Robert Montclair Jr. He was the seventh of 10 children born to Naomi. He had his own special bond with each and every sibling, especially his should-have-been twin sister, Melissa. He graduated from Flandreau High School in 1996. After he graduated, he enlisted into the Marine Corps in 1997. On Valentine’s Day of 1998, he met Jennifer Haugen, whom he was with until his death. They had seven children together. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He loved to collect anything that caught his eye, things such as rings, rocks, miniature anything, toys and, of course, his baby Yoda. He guy enjoyed playing basketball and soccer with his sister Melissa and playing cards with his siblings. He is survived by his mother, Naomi Montclair; wife, Jennifer Haugen; five sons, Travis, Bobby, Hunter, Cruise and Payton; daughter, Selena; sisters, Lulla, Melissa and Heather; adopted sister, Lelani Reddog; brothers, Curtis and Conrad; and half-brothers, George and Ezra Montclair. He was preceded in death

Royce Aaron McClammy, “Mnoga Mani,” “Walking Buffalo Bull,” 44, of Billings died Jan. 28, 2024. He was born on July 24, 1979, to George McClammy Jr. and Connie (Dionne) Stump in Wolf Point. He had a natural talent for creativity and working with his hands. After graduating from Wolf Point High School, he studied at Fort Peck Community College and worked in many skill areas of construction. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan who never passed up the opportunity to let opposing fans know that the Steelers were better. He loved music, hot pork rinds and was an excellent sketch artist. He could make anyone laugh with his sense of humor and quick wit. His smiles and laughter were contagious. Anyone who met him couldn’t help but like him. He was a protector and confidant to anyone lucky enough to call him friend. He is survived by his children, Joshua Nieskens and

Audrey Lynn (Walles) Evans, 40, of Billings died Jan. 24, 2024. She was born July 30, 1983, to Robert Walles and Jolene Gray Hawk in Salt Lake City, Utah. She joined three older sisters and was the baby for the longest time. She lived the first few years of her life in Salt Lake City and then moved with her mother and sisters to Poplar in 1989. Growing up in Poplar, she and her sisters spent a lot of time playing outside, making up games and using their imagination to build rivers, streams, mud monsters and cutting mazes in their back yard. She spent a lot of time with her cousins, visiting and laughing. Many adventures were had growing up. She met her future husband, Mike Evans, when they were still teenagers. She always said Mike was her best friend. They moved to Billings in 1999 and were married

Judith Greybear, 66, of Poplar died Jan. 29, 2024. A wake will be held at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 11, at the Poplar Cultural Center. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 12, at the Poplar Cultural Center. Interment will be at the Fort Kipp Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel of Wolf Point was entrusted with the arrangements.

Antonette Birdsbill, 29, of Wolf Point died Jan. 21, 2024, in Wolf Point. She was born April 21, 1994 to Anthony “Tony” Birdsbill and Sonya Burshia LowDog. She is survived by her sons, Cole Anthony Morales and Edward Bradley Anthony White Eagle; brothers, Trevor, Steven and Pherris Birdsbill; and grandmother, Linda ComesLast. Her funeral was held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 7, at the Wolf Point Community Hall. Interment followed at St. Ann’s Cemetery in Poplar. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel of Wolf Point was entrusted with the arrangements.

Gwen Eileen (Knudsen) Bolstad, 60, of Homestead died Feb. 3, 2024. She was born July 11, 1963, in Williston, N.D., to Wayne and Janice Knudsen of Bainville. Fiercely independent and determined, she was the third of four children. She was diagnosed with diabetes at age five but never let it define her. She attended Bainville Public Schools and was active in sports, band and choir. As a teen, she was crowned Miss Montana Angus Queen. She attended Eastern Montana College in Billings, where she received her teaching degree and met her eventual husband Jon. They were married in June 1985 and moved to a farm and ranch east of Homestead, where they would raise their two children — Jenna, born in 1988, and Jackson, born in 1991. A passionate, ruler-wielding educator to her many students, she taught in several schools before settling at Culbertson Public Schools. She taught physical education for a while before moving to junior high math and science.

Leslie Martin Hawk, 24, of Wolf Point died Jan. 27, 2024. A wake will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8, at the new Community Hall in Wolf Point. His funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday Feb. 9, at the new Community Hall. Interment will be at King Memorial Cemetery in Wolf Point. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel of Wolf Point was entrusted with the arrangements.

Joan Gouldstone, 87, of Culbertson died Sunday Jan. 28, 2024, at the Sidney Health Center. A celebration of life service was held on Saturday Feb. 3, at the Bethel Community Church in Culbertson with Pastor Brandon Marschner officiating.

Willard A. “Will” Toavs, 82, died Jan. 15, 2024, in Billings. He was born on the family farm north of Wolf Point on Jan. 16, 1941, to Abraham and Susan Toavs. He was the middle child of five sisters, Leona, Grace, Marvel, Fran and Dee; and one brother, Ferris. He attended Pioneer School, a one-room schoolhouse, for grades 1-8. After graduating from high school at Lustre Bible Academy in 1959, he briefly studied at Montana State University in Bozeman and the University of Minnesota. He had fond memories from living and working in the Twin Cities. Deciding that he wanted to make farming his life’s work, he returned to Montana. After returning, he also served in the Montana Air National Guard for six years. He married Anita Sue “Midge” Thiessen of Lambert on Sept. 3, 1966. Their first years were spent working on farms in Larslan and north of Wolf Point. In 1969, they purchased a farm north of Wolf Point, where they raised three children, Kelly, Brent and Janelle. His greatest loves were his faith, family and farming. Having decided to follow the Lord Jesus Christ at a young age, his faith was the foundation of his life. In good times and bad, he drew strength from the Scriptures. He especially loved the old hymns and fellowship times both at Bethel Mennonite Church and Gospel Fellowship Church. He served on the Bethel Mennonite Church board and the Trinity Hospital board for several years. He enjoyed spending time with his family and was grateful for special gatherings with his siblings. His grandchildren held a special place in his heart. His heritage was precious to him and he was intent on leaving a legacy of faith for his children and grandchildren. He was kind, generous and compassionate, often encouraging others through difficult times. He loved farming and ranching on Tule Creek Ranch. From a young age, he knew he wanted to be a farmer, even occasionally escaping class to “discuss” farming with a friend when