Leroy Allen Simonson, 74, died Nov. 5, 2023, in Malta. He was born on Aug. 18, 1949, in Havre to Roger and Kathleen “Ree” (Murdock) Simonson. He was their firstborn son, delivered by Ree’s sister and nurse, Marjorie (Murdock) Olsen. From that day on, Leroy and his gunt Marjorie had a special relationship. He graduated from Whitewater High School in 1967. After high school, he joined

Gary Dale Brien Sr., 79, died Nov. 13, 2023, at Sanford Hospital in Bismarck, N.D. He was born April 28, 1944, on the farm at Medicine Lake to Julius and Joy (Rather) Brien and spent the majority of his life in Medicine Lake. He was a rifle marksman in the Army National Guard from 1964-1970 and served his country proudly. He enjoyed doing many things, but it was hunting and fishing, especially

Dana Eugene Gunderson, 70, of Plentywood died Nov. 2, 2023. He was born April 25, 1953, to John and Elsie (Graham) Gunderson. The third oldest of eight children, he grew up in Plentywood. On Aug. 22, 1979, he married Joan (Lizotte) and, together, they raised their family in Montana and later in Kansas. While in Kansas, he successfully ran his own business until he and Joan decided to return

William R. Woods, age 88, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, in Chester. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 21, at the Chester Community United Methodist Church (510 Monroe Ave., Chester, Mont.), followed by a reception for friends and family. Bill will be laid to rest at Highland Cemetery in Havre with a committal service at 2:30 p.m. Please visit Bill’s online