Shirley Mae Nelson, 91, died Jan. 25, 2020, at Valley View Nursing Home in Glasgow. She was born in Poplar Dec. 30, 1928, to Charles and Edith (Smith) Prior. She graduated from Poplar High School. She married James Nelson on May 27, 1947, and had three daughters. They farmed and ranched north of Brockton for 42 years before retiring and moving to Glasgow. She loved cooking, needle work and was active in various organizations. She is survived by Linda Rutschke of Gilbert, Ariz., Diane Dirkson of Glasgow, Mary Thompson of Bismarck, N.D.; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and a sister, Donna Alzheimer of Choteau. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Nelson; granddaughter, Kalli Thompson; and sisters, Betty Scott, Molly Kapinos and Glora Sayers. Services will be held this summer at a family gathering in Glasgow.

Barbara Vinger, 80, died Jan. 18, 2020. Born in Baltimore, Md., she grew up in Edmonds, Wash., and attended Edmonds High School. In recent years, she and her husband, Dennis, shared homes in Wolf Point and Surprise, Ariz., and loved traveling in their motorhome. They moved to Surprise permanently several years ago. She was supported by a loving family. Barb will be remembered for her vibrant and fun spirit, her generous and loving nature and her sharp sense of style. She is survived by her husband, Dennis; children, Scott, Kimber and Jamie; her brother, Jim; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. No services are being planned at her request.