Irene Josephine (Rensvold) Toavs, 99, of Wolf Point died June 25, 2026. She was born Aug. 20, 1926, the seventh of eight children to Arthur and Josie (Felberg) Rensvold. She was born and raised on a farm about 15 miles north of Wolf Point. She attended Dryfork country school and graduated in 1945 from Wolf Point High School. John was the love of her life from the time she was 6 years old when she first saw him at the wedding of his brother and her sister. When John returned home from the military, he and Irene began dating. They were married and moved a few miles from their childhood homes where they farmed and ranched together for 68 years. During their time together, they truly enjoyed their family and an active and full life and were deeply connected to the land and the community. She spent her life embracing the values of faith, family, hard work and kindness. Through changing seasons and generations, the farm remained the center of family life and a place filled with love, laughter and treasured memories. She was a devoted member of First Lutheran Church. Her faith was an important part of her life and guided her in her service to her family and community. Her greatest joy was her family. She loved attending all activities the kids were involved in, gathering with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great- great- grandchildren, creating memories that will be cherished for generations. She also enjoyed playing games, reading, sewing and gardening. Whether tending flowers, stitching something special, sharing a good book, cooking delicious meals for the family, baking the best pies ever or enjoying time with loved ones, she found happiness in life's simple pleasures. She is survived by her children, Cathy Madison, John A. Toavs Jr., Cheryl Ryan and Kay Lovelace; 13 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John A. Toavs; three great-grandchildren, Zoey Kay Marie York, Enzo Ray Rucinsky and Finn Alexander Rucinsky; and seven siblings. She was the last surviving member of her high school class of 1945. A celebration of life service will be held at First Lutheran Church in Wolf Point on Aug. 1 at 10 a.m.

Maggie Cheryl LongTree, died June 27, 2026, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow. She was born Aug. 16, 1953, in Poplar to Esther Melbourne and John LongTree Jr. Her life was marked by quiet strength, creativity and a deep devotion to family and friends. After spending her early years at the Montana State Children’s School in Twin Bridges until 1971, she made her home in Glasgow where she raised her children, Jennifer and Cheyenne Limberhand. She found joy in simple pleasures such as handcrafting star quilts that warmed both beds and hearts, laughing over bingo nights and gathering at Oasis with the many friends she cherished. Her greatest delight was time with family: sharing stories, hugs and laughter with grandchildren and great-grandchildren who brought light to her days. She is survived by her son, Cheyenne Limberhand; brother, Gordon LongTree; sister, Myra LongTree; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Jennifer Limberhand; brothers, Alan and Mark LongTree; sisters, Eugenia Jackson- Warclub and Linda Rae; and life partner, Tony Jones. A viewing was held on Wednesday, July 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Bell Mortuary in Glasgow. Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 9, at Bell Mortuary. Burial will follow at Highland Cemetery.

'Aminiasi 'Tim' Tatafu ‘Aminiasi Tonga Tatafu (aka Tim), 63, of Malta died Wednesday, June 24, 2026. He was born July 27, 1962, to 'Ailine Naitoko Tatafu of Kolomotu'a and Timote Tanakitau Tatafu of Niuatoputapu, Kingdom of Tonga, South Pacific. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Terry; and a proud father to his children, Levi Tatafu, Jason Tatafu, Bryan Tatafu, Brianna Shores, Quint Olson and Curt Olson. He is also survived by his sisters, Alisi Tatafu Kane and Lily Moore; brother, Timote Jr. Tatafu; and numerous grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother, Tanakitau Tatafu. Above all else, he cherished his family and found his greatest joy in the moments spent together. Known for his unwavering faith, kind heart, steady presence, sense of humor and generosity, he touched the lives of many. His funeral service was held Friday, July 3, at the Wilderness Funeral Home in Malta.