Mary Lu Weeks, 86, of Culbertson died Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at her residence. Marylyn Lucile Weeks was born to Gail and Leonard VanBuskirk of Berthold, N.D., in 1935. She was affectionately nicknamed MaryLu almost immediately and that name stuck. Her childhood was the typical hard-working, frugal one like so many of her generation. In 1954, she married Earl Weeks, originally from Des Lacs, N.D., and they moved to Culbertson to make their home. They took root in this little town and took great pride in all the friends, neighbors and businesses there. Their four children were born at Roosevelt Memorial Hospital. In 1966, they purchased Culbertson Implement. After Earl’s sudden death in 1977, she took a giant leap of faith and stepped into Earl’s place at the implement. This was a learn-as-you-go experience and not at all easy. She faced every challenge with a keen mind and a quiet dignity. The support of other implement dealers, John Deere representatives and especially her community during these years inspired her sense of volunteerism and service. She knew firsthand the importance of giving back. She served on the Culbertson School board, the Culbertson GFWC Women’s Club, the Culbertson Foundation board and the ND Public Radio board of directors. She was active in every aspect of her Methodist Church and was a devoted volunteer at the local nursing home. She was a Culbertson sports fan since the moment she and Earl arrived and was a vocal supporter to be sure. Her love of reading was well known and she was always on the lookout for her next read. Her greatest delight was curling up with a great book and a cup of tea. She was a regular at the local library and enjoyed the Tuesday Book Club conversations. Her love of reading and history fostered a yearning for travel. She was always excited to be planning a trip. Her travels included three trips to Europe and the British Isles, fall foliage tours and many trips throughout the country. She made an indelible impression in the community that she loved and touched the hearts of the lifelong friends she made here. Undoubtedly, her greatest legacy lives in the hearts of her grandchildren. She was an active participant in their lives. They had a key to her door that came with a key to her heart. She joyfully attended every program, fair and sporting event. There were many ordinary and impromptu gatherings at her house because it was just “home.” She is survived by her four children, Penny Anderson, Laurie Mattelin, Mike Weeks and Mark Weeks; 10 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Her memorial service was held Monday, June 27, at the Grace and Peace Church in Culbertson. Pastor Ross Reinhiller officiated. A private family burial was at Hillside Cemetery in Culbertson.

Gary Farnsworth, 74, Williston, N.D., formerly of Fort Peck, died July 12, 2021 in Minot, N.D. He was born William Weeks on Jan. 20, 1947, in Poplar to Lillian DeLong Weeks and William Weeks Jr. He was adopted by Vernon Farnsworth and Helen Kissell Farnsworth. They raised him in Fort Peck. He was proud of being from Fort Peck and carried this pride with him through life. Vernon and Helen raised him to be an enthusiastic outdoors man and the untamed area of Valley County contributed to his lifelong love of hunting, fishing and camping. He attended both Nashua and Glasgow High School, graduating from Glasgow High School in 1965 where he had excelled as an multisport letterman in football, basketball and track, which earned him a football scholarship to Eastern Montana College in Billings. In Billings, he met Mary Paulbeck whom he married in 1967 and had two children, Kari Farnsworth of Williston and Kris Farnsworth of Phoenix, Ariz. He joined the United States Marine Corps, then the United States Air Force, serving 20 years and retiring in January 1987. His 20 years included serving overseas for five years and he was a proud veteran of the Vietnam War. He married Susan Cobb Farnsworth in 1978. He helped raise Susan’s daughter, Stacy Emery of Anderson, Ind. He and Susan had one child, Richard Farnsworth of Billings. He was a dedicated adult volunteer for the Boy Scouts of America and a member of the Masons and Shriners. He served in many roles and assisted many young men achieve the rank of Eagle Scout including his sons. He believed in the program and continued to assist after his children were grown. He is survived by his four children, 10 grandchildren and eight siblings. A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, July 1, at Bell Mortuary in Glasgow.