Gloria Busse, 99 years old, passed away Sept. 8, 2023, at Conroy Care in Circle, Mont., with her family by her side. She was born Dec. 26, 1923, in Glasgow, Mont. Her parents were David (Prince) and Helen Zick Anderson. She lived in McCone County all of her life. As a child, she rode horseback to attend Pasture Creek school. To attend high school in Frazer, she and her dad would ride horses to the Missouri River where he rowed them across the river to drop her off to walk to the dorm. After college, she began teaching at Turner Country School and would end her career at Highland Country School. She used her teaching degree to influence children in the schools and community throughout her life. Her teaching career played a significant role in her future. While working at the Turner School, she stayed at the CK Ranch and walked back and forth each day. One day while walking home from school, a local farmer named Bill Busse asked her if she’d like a ride. The ride she received from the young farmer ended in marriage. She and William “Bill” Busse were married on June 13, 1945, at the First Lutheran Church in Wolf Point, Mont. She and Bill lived and farmed in the Prairie Elk community for 50 years at which time they retired and moved into Circle. They enjoyed traveling and socializing with friends at local dances and were avid pinochle players. Sporting events were a passion. All games of every sport, including tournaments, were faithfully attended. After Bill’s passing, Gloria continued their tradition of attending games. She would be recognized as Montana High School Association’s Fan of the Year. She was a 4-H leader, a charter member of the Prairie Elk Homemakers Club, a board member of the 100 Club for several years, a member of Circle Senior Center where she enjoyed playing pinochle and a good round of Bingo. She enjoyed a good joke and especially one on herself. Her manner was straightforward and she always was ready to give advice or an encouraging word. Her grandchildren and Circle School children were her loves. They were all referred to as either “My girl” or “My boy!” Her own children would be surprised at the extent their family had grown. She rarely missed music festivals, ball games, concerts or other activities. People were always welcomed to her home and she believed in “breaking bread together” so coffee and food were always forth coming. She often joked about making more coffee than anyone in Circle. To Bill and Gloria’s union came three children. George (Yvonne) Busse of Bighorn, Wyo., Helen (Edward) DeGabain of Cheyenne, Wyo., and Lila (Jerry) Beard of Belgrade, Mont. She was preceded in death be her husband, Bill; her parents, David (Prince) and Helen Anderson; and her sister, Dorothy Malcolm. She is survived by her three children, eight grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Her children are honored to carry on the legacy she has handed down. Funeral services will be Monday, Sept. 18, at 1 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church in Circle, Mont. Interment will be Tuesday, Sept. 19, at 10 a.m. at Greenwood Cemetery in Wolf Point. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements. (Paid Obituary)

Wayne Michael Dahl, 60, of Wolf Point died Sept. 7, 2023. He was born to Allen and R. Naomi Dahl on Sept. 11, 1962, in Ada, Minn. He grew up on their farm in Borup, Minn., with siblings Neil, Scott and Valerie. He graduated from Borup High School in 1980 with dreams of being a chef or a farmer. After a few conversations with his father, he decided that farming would be his career because he was needed on the farm. He prayed the Repentance Prayer with Pastor Ron Wikk around this time as well. In 1989, he went on a blind date and met the woman who would become his wife, Connie. They dated while she finished college and he worked towards purchasing a home and tractor to provide for them. They were married on Nov. 23, 1996. Premature twins Christina and LaRae joined the family in 1997. The family resided in Borup for one more year,

Marlene Kay Leischner Fisher died Aug. 25, 2023, in her home. She was born to William “Bill” and Mabel Leischner on Sept. 8, 1945, in Miles City. After graduating high school, she went on and received her teaching certificate from Miles City Community College after two years. It was then when she accepted a teaching position teaching first, second and third grades for one year at the Spring Lake country school in Richland County before getting set up on a blind date with who would end up being her husband. She and Mike Fisher were wed on Jan. 28, 1967, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Miles City. To this union came Chelley in 1970 and then by surprise came Missy, 17 months later in November 1971. She served as secretary/ treasurer of St. Bernard’s Altar Society for 35 years. She and Mike drove school bus for 13 years. It was not long after Missy was born that she began selling Avon. She was known as the local Charley Creek Avon lady for about 40 years. She not only loved doing it as a hobby, but she also loved getting to visit the neighbor ladies and made many lifelong friends. She substituted off and on at the school before taking a full-time teachers aide position in the special ed room. By the time she retired, she had dedicated 30 years to Poplar Schools. Her life really started when grandchildren Sam and Ty came into this world in 1994 and 1997. She traveled all over eastern Montana to watch them in baseball, softball and other school activities. In January 2021, she suffered a massive stroke and was flown to Fargo, N.D., where she was treated, then she was sent to Billings for rehab therapy. She is survived by her husband, Mike of Sidney; daughters, Chelley of Charley Creek and Missy of Culbertson; two grandchildren; twp great-granddaughters; and half-brothers, Casper and Gordon Berger. She was preceded in death by her stepfather, Casper Berger; brothers, Keith Leischner and Bill Leischner; and sister, Mary Lou Schmidt. Mass of the Christian Burial was Tuesday, Sept. 5, at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Charlie Creek with Father Jim O’Neil officiating.

Warren James War Club, 54, died in Deer Lodge on Aug. 20, 2023. He was born on Oct. 20, 1968, in Wolf Point to Joan War Club. He was the youngest of nine children. In 1977, when their mother died, Rosanne and Brenda took on the duty of raising him along with the rest of their younger siblings. He was known to be a very kindhearted man and you would always see children following him around wherever he went. He enjoyed hanging out with his numerous friends and family telling stories of the places he’s been and the people he met along the way. There were times when he would want you to stay up all night playing his favorite card game “whist” while eating gabubu bread and drinking sweet tea. One of the things that stands out the most about Warren is that no matter where he was or who he was with you would always be laughing. He was preceded in death by his brothers, BJ, Tuck, Tom, Robbie and Stewart War Club; sisters, Rosanne Belcher and Leslie Marie War Club; and grandchildren, Charles Aguilar and Joan Adrian Christian. He is survived by his sister, Brenda Beaudry. His funeral was held Thursday, Aug. 31, at the Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point. Interment was at Chelsea Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.

Cameron James “CJ” Azure (Iron Spirit-Maza Nagi), an enrolled member of the Xosa- gah band of Hidatsa, child of The Antelope Society, 39, died July 31, 2023. He was born Sept. 14, 1983, to Vanchon Birdsbill and Kevin Leo Azure, the third of six children. At a very young age, he developed a caring and strong-willed personality which would define him in life. He was extremely athletic and, as a young boy, joined AAU Wrestling in which he excelled. During this time, he accrued many medals at tournaments across Montana. He continued this love for the sport of wrestling while attending Wolf Point Junior/Senior High School. He continued to shine, placing in tournament after tournament. He began working in construction, following in the footsteps of his father, Kevin. During his late teens and early 20s, he traveled to Phoenix, Ariz., as well as Washington state for work before finally settling in Wolf Point. As he grew so did his abilities in the fields of construction and cement work. He worked with his father, building everything from homes, large warehouses, all the way down to planter boxes with his sister. He was always there for his mother, with whom he shared a very special bond. All she needed to do was ask and he provided far more than was ever imagined. His eye for detail and his strongwilled personality would soon come to play in his finish work. He was a baptized member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Though not active, he held a sincere desire to learn about the mysteries of life, religion and about his Heavenly Father. He lived by faith and, thanks to him, he instilled within his family the wonderful gift of an even stronger faith. At the age of 23, he met Phoebe Jensen and they spent the next 17 years together. It was at the beginning of that relationship that he took on the role of father to young Cale and immediately began to raise him as his own. He loved being a dad and reveled in the opportunity to teach and coach his son Cale in his beloved sport of wrestling. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Both of these things he enjoyed doing with his family and friends. He is survived by his mother, Vanchon Birdsbill; father, Kevin Leo Azure; brothers, Louis Azure, Dillon Azure and Cole Grandchamp; sisters, Rhiannon Weeks and Vanchon Azure; longtime companion, Phoebe Jensen; and son, Cale Jensen. Funeral services were held Saturday, Sept. 2, at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point. Interment was at Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel.

Paul David Borge, 78, died Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023. He is survived by his brother, Douglas. His parents Henry and Margaret Borge predeceased him. Upon discharge from the Army in 1971, he moved to Minneapolis, Minn. He spent his career in quality control at a metals plant in Minneapolis. He moved to Kansas City, Mo., in 2022 to be close to his brother, Doug. There will be a memorial service in the fall.

Jo Ann Russell, 72, of Poplar died Aug. 27, 2023, in Billings. A prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 7, at the LDS Church in Poplar. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 8, at the LDS Church in Poplar. Interment will follow at the Poplar City Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.

Ray Ackerman, 60, of Frazer died Aug. 29, 2023, in Frazer. A prayer service was held on Wednesday, Sept. 6, at 6 p.m. at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.

Patti Jo Kessler, 63, died Monday, Aug. 21, 2023, in Billings. She was born in Wolf Point on Sunday, May 29, 1960, to David and Norma “Gus” Matejovsky. She was the fourth of six children. Much of her childhood was spent in a small home on the farm, where all six children slept in the same room. She first laid eyes on her future husband, Chuck, when she was 11 years old. But it wasn’t until years later that their paths crossed once again. Even at 18, her faith was a central part of her life. She and Chuck “hit it off.” There were many talks: of faith and family, and life, and what was really important in the end. Chuck was to say that he was her first “convert.” Over time, they discovered that they had a common vision and, in October 1979, they were married and began their life together with few assets, but with lasting core values on which to build their family. The following year, their first son, Dustin, was born, followed with Trenton and Patrick. Throughout her illness, which she endured for 12 years, she drew strength not so much from others as in giving to them. She perfected the art of listening and, by listening to those around her, she would meet them where their need was. She was dedicated to her grandchildren and, even when sick, would find creative ways to do things together with them like crafts and baking Christmas bread. She is survived by her husband, Chuck; sons Dustin, Trenton and Patrick; two granddaughters; parents, David and Gus Matejovsky; sister, Debbie; and brothers Steve, David, Lyle and Michael. A memorial service was held Tuesday, Aug. 29, at Faith Evangelical Church in BIllings. Interment was at Yellowstone Valley Memorial Park in Billings.

Warren James War Club, 54, died in Deer Lodge on Aug. 20, 2023. A prayer service was held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 30, at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point. The funeral will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 31, at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point. Interment will follow at Chelsea Cemetery.