Edna Atkinson, age 94, of Circle, passed away in Billings on Sunday, February 12, 2017.

Family will receive friends at the Glendive Evangelical Church in Glendive on Monday, February 20, 2017 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the Glendive Evangelical Church on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 11 a.m. Interment will be at the Riverside Cemetery in Circle at 3 p.m.

Milliard Anthony Workman, age 27, of Glendive, formerly of Inez, Ky., passed away on Monday, February 20, 2017 in Billings. 

Services are pending and will be announced when completed. Silha Funeral Home of Glendive has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Anna (Nissley) Kauffman, age 96, of Glendive, passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at the Glendive Extended Care with her family by her side. 

Graveside service will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at 2 p.m. at the Red Top Cemetery in Bloomfield. Memorial services will be held at a later date.

Anna was born on September 5, 1920 in Bloomfield. She was one of seven children of Daniel and Lydia (Yoder) Nissley.

She was preceded in death by her husband Clifford in 2004. 

She is survived by seven children, 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and one sister. Silha Funeral Home of Glendive has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Mary “Chris” Christine Harsha, age 64, of Glendive, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2017 at the Glendive Medical Center Extended Care in Glendive. 

A vigil service will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, Febraury 24, 2017 at the Sacred Heart Church in Glendive. A memorial mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, March 3, 2017 at the Sacred Heart Church in Glendive with Father Francis Schreiber officiating. Rite of Committal will be held at a later date in Green River, Wyo. Silha Funeral Home of Glendive has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Chris was born on February 19, 1953 in Rock Springs, Wyo. to parents Emil and Helen (Healey) Gaensslen. She was raised and educated in Green River, and graduated from Green River High School with the class of 1972. She married her high school sweetheart, Henry Harsha, on February 17, 1973 in Green River. To this union, 3 children were born. Chris worked various job, but her main job was taking care of her family. She lived in Green River for most of her life, until in 2016 she and Henry moved to Glendive to be closer to their son.

Chris enjoyed anything that took her outdoors, including fishing, camping and hunting. She loved to visit the family ranch and travel. She also enjoyed crocheting. Chris enjoyed her life and was a fighter- she never let her multiple sclerosis get in her way.

Chris was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Heidi Lynn Harsha-Beck; and her brother, John Gaesslen.

Chris is survived by her husband, Henry Harsha of Glendive; sons, Joey (Misty) Harsha of Glendive and Patrick Harsha of Casper, Wyo.; 3 grandchildren, Aspen Michelle Beck, Karter Douglas Jordan, and Kyle Gene Jordan; sister, Nona (Ken) Hemphill of Scottsdale, Ariz.; brother, Dr. Patrick (Carmen) Gaensslen of Green River; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at: www.silhafuneralhomes.com.

Verna Lorraine Haggerty, age 88, of Lindsay, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2016 at Eastern Montana Veterans Home in Glendive.  

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, February 27, 2017 at the United Methodist Church in Glendive with Pastor Ruth McKenzie officiating. Interment will be in the Union Cemetery south of Lindsay.  Silha Funeral Home of Glendive has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Lorraine was born on April 11, 1928 in Glendive to Alfred and Naoma (Glasscock) Colby. She was the oldest of three children. Her father passed away when she was six and her mother later married Frank Eaton and to this union five more siblings were born. Lorraine was raised and educated in Glendive where she attended Dawson County High School. Following her education she met and married Daniel “Dan” G. Haggerty on March 23, 1944 in Glendive. Lorraine stayed busy raising their eight children. She would help Dan whenever it was needed, later in life, she worked several jobs outside her home including, a receptionist for the Isle of Beauty Salon owned by her sister Betty Huskinson, H&R Block, cleaning the Lindsay School, and the relief Postmistress at the Lindsay Post Office. Lorraine resided in Lindsay until she moved to Glendive in November 2015 and later to the Eastern Montana Veterans Home in May 2016 where she resided until her passing.

Lorraine enjoyed sewing, weaving, crocheting, knitting, quilting, reading and baking. She loved playing Scrabble and doing crossword puzzles. Lorraine was a very kind, gentle and honest woman who had a soft heart and a quiet intelligence. She loved her family and rarely missed any of their activities.  

Lorraine was a member of the Women’s Society of Christian Service, Women of the Moose Lodge, Weavers Guild, Clear Creek Homemakers Club and the United Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Daniel “Dan”; two sons, Patrick “Pat” and Larry “Butchie”; one daughter, Judith Parrish; four sisters; two brothers; three granddaughters; one grandson; and one son-in-law.

Lorraine is survived by five children, Carol (Ike) Robinson of Moyie Springs, Idaho, Diane Lovaas of Glendive, Mike (Yvonda) Haggerty of Glendive, Jeff (Vickie) Haggerty of Billings, and Anne (Bill) Sadorf of Glendive; two daughters-in-law, Carolee Haggerty of Texas and Lois Haggerty of Glendive; twenty-eight grandchildren;  eighteen great grandchildren; one brother, Jack (Susie) Eaton of Billings; one sister-in-law, Joan Dann of Alabama; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at:  www.silhafuneralhome.com.

Barbara Ann Hansen, 75, died Sunday, February 19, 2017 at Blair House in Burlington, Iowa.

Born July 30, 1941 in Devils Lake, N.D., she was the daughter of Ernest Oliver and Elda Beatrice Holm Ramberg. On August 11, 1963, she married William Hansen, making their home in Glendive.

She graduated from high school in Edmore, N.D. and teacher’s college in Mayville, N.D. Mrs. Hansen was a school teacher and after raising her family, she owned and operated a bakery in Glendive.

After retiring, she traveled with her husband, Bill, settling in Iowa in 2010 to be closer to her sister.

Survivors include her daughter, Billie Jo (Troy) Lobdell of Decatur, Texas; her son, Paul (Lisa) Hansen of North Branch, Minn.; one sister, Mona (Don) Engebretson of Middletown, Iowa; granddaughters, Kylie and Tori Lobdell and Ashley King; grandsons, Alex King and Jacob Hansen; and a special nephew, Michael Engebretson. 

She was preceded in death by her husband and parents.

According to her wishes, cremation has been accorded and there will be no services for Barbara Ann Hansen.  Inurnment will be held at a later date at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Glendive. 

A memorial has been established for Great River Hospice, West Burlington.  Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Walter John Hinebauch, Jr.  went to spend eternity with his Lord and Savior February 20, 2017.  Although he had been suffering from Pulmonary Fibrosis, his passing was sudden. Walter was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. His family meant the world to him and everything he did was for his family. Walter was 83 years young.

Walter was born to Walter Hinebauch, Sr. and Martha Miller Hinebauch, the 4th of 7 children, on November 28, 1933, on the family farm near Eastend, Saskatchewan, Canada. He moved with his family from Eastend to Chinook, Mont., on January 1, 1945. That spring they moved to a leased farm near Cottonwood school north of Havre. This is where Walter finished his grade school education.  Walter worked with his father during the farming seasons & various jobs in the winters.

Walter met Edith Marie Ludtke, a country school teacher, and they were married March 29, 1952. They resided in Havre, farming with his parents until 1957. They then purchased the Statelen Farms in Turner, Mont. Walt & Edith were immersed into Christ by a cowboy preacher named Orin Hardenbrook in Turner in the late 50’s. From then on, the Church was an important part of his life. It was important that his family was in attendance and he lived his faith in his daily life. In August, 1980, they moved to Glendive to continue farming and ranching. They later formed and operated their famous X hangin’ H Ranch Cattle Drives & hunting trips on the ranch. They had guests from all over the world and many new, dear friendships were made. Walt was an avid reader and loved Montana history. If you needed to know anything in the history department, Walt was the man to ask.

Walter enjoyed the camaraderie of his coffee group, playing cards at the Senior Center and visiting with friends and family. A highlight of his life was going on a hunting safari in Africa in 2012.

Walter was preceded in death by the love of his life of 59 years, Edith; his parents; a brother, Roy Calvin; sisters, Dorothy Nelubowich and Velma Stuber; and grandson, Shane Hinebauch.

Walter is survived by his nine children, Randy (Lisa) Hinebauch of Chinook, Mont., Steve (Beth) Hinebauch of Wibaux, Loren (Mary) Hinebauch of Miles City, Cathy Luke of Chester, Mont., Carla (Mark) Roseberry of Billings, Calvin (Marian) Hinebauch of Henderson, Nev., Don (Tammie) Hinebauch of Huntley, Mont., Ida (Ryan) Pawlowski of Circle, and Mary Ellen (Jim) Nagle of Lindsay;  35 grandchildren & 37 great-grandchildren….with four more on the way!  Walter is also survived by sisters, Gladys Klundt of Whitefish, Linda Hinebauch of Great Falls, and brother Bill (Linda) of Yuma, Ariz.

There will be a viewing on Monday, February 27, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Shila Funeral Home in Glendive. Funeral services will be held on February 28, 2017 at 10 a.m. at the Glendive Alliance Church with burial in the Dawson Memorial Cemetery.  

Memorials in Walter’s name are suggested to Pioneer Bible Translators (PBT) Development Fund and sent c/o Randy Hinebauch PO Box 97, Chinook, MT  59523

Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at: www.silhafuneralhomes.com.

Marjorie was born April 13, 1934 and went to be with her one true love, Jimmy Patterson on February 13, 2017.  

Marge was born in Glendive to Inez and Pete Konig. Marge married Jimmy Patterson on August  12, 1950. The two of them shared a love like no other. They spent their whole lives together building memories that will never be forgotten by anyone who knew them. Marge and Jim moved from Mont. to the Spokane Valley early in their marriage and that’s where they planted their roots for over 50 years. Marge loved the spring time and all the beautiful things that came with it, the flowers, the fresh grass, and the sound of Gus the donkey braying from the back yard to her.

She is survived by her four children, Darlene, Wayne, Bev and Pete.  Jim and Marge also have five grandchildren, Gerald, Tiffany, Sarah, Timmy and Justin. She was preceded in death by grandson Ryan. They also have nine great grandchildren, Tyler, Caitlyn, Presley, Brendon, Rylee, Spencer, Rhyan, Allie and Charlee. She is survived by her sister Virginia and their beloved dog Flossie, and was preceded in death by her husband Jimmy.

Marge had a contagious laugh and a mouth that would make a sailor blush, and that’s what we loved about her. She spent her working years owning her own drapery shop. She will be missed greatly by all the people who knew her. She was a loving mother and the absolute best grandmother. We are sad to say goodbye, but knowing she will be in Jimmy’s arms once again brings peace and happiness to all of us.

Viewing and service were held at Thornhill Valley Chapel, 1400 S. Pines Rd., Spokane Valley, WA on February 24, 2017.  Viewing from 9 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. and service was held at 11 a.m.

Diana Mydland, age 69, of Glendive, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2017 at the Glendive Medical Center in Glendive. 

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 2, 2017 at Silha Funeral Home in Glendive with Reverend Matt Hull officiating. Interment will be held in Dawson County Cemetery. Silha Funeral Home of Glendive has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Diana was born on August 11, 1947 to parents John and Georgette (Wambeke) Fink. When she was a young girl the family moved to Laurel, where she was raised and educated. Following her education, she met and married Vernon Mydland on December 3, 1965 in Laurel. To this union 2 daughters were born. This marriage later ended in divorce. Diana raised her family where ever the railroad took them in Wyo., until the family moved to Glendive in 1996, where she resided until the time of her passing. While in Glendive she helped manage the Riverside Inn for a few years before retiring.

Diana was an amazing mother and a wonderful cook. She always kept a clean house. She loved her family and followed her grandchildren in their lives and activities, and always had at least one grandchild visiting her. She enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and watching movies.

Diana was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Arnold Fink; and sisters, Georgette Dillinger and Shirley Nash.

Diana is survived by her daughters Erin (Troy) Kaufman of Glendive and Lisa (Shane) Almond of Glendive; grandchildren, Travis (fiance Alex Hellman) Kaufman of Dickinson, N.D., Kendra Kaufman of Glendive, Brittany Kaufman of Glendive, Tyler Almond of Glendive, Tanar Almond of Glendive, and Jackson Almond of Glendive; siblings, Terry (Jackie) Fink of Laurel, Ted (LaVonne) Fink of Billings, Glen (Linda) Fink of Columbus, and Fred (Chuckie) Fink of Billings; sister-in-law, Joyce Fink of Billings; brother-in-law, Neal Nash of Billings; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at: www.silhafuneralhomes.com.

Verna Lorraine Haggerty, age 88, of Lindsay passed away on Monday, November 28, 2016 at Eastern Montana Veterans Home in Glendive.  

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, February 27, 2017 at the United Methodist Church in Glendive with Pastor Ruth McKenzie officiating. Interment will be in the Union Cemetery south of Lindsay.  Silha Funeral Home of Glendive has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Laurine Schmidt, age 88, passed away on February 25, 2017 at the McCone County Nursing Home in Circle.

Laurine was born on March 18, 1928 to Daniel and Katharina Hintz in Fairview. She had an older brother, Otto. She attended school in Fairview until the family moved to Circle. It was then that Laurine met her future husband, Robert Schmidt. They were married on October 11, 1944. They farm/ranched in the Brockway area for many years. To this union 4 children were born, Roberta, Larry, Roger and Roscoe.  During these years Laurine was always found at Robert’s side working with their registered Hereford cattle. She milked cows and had chickens. She especially enjoyed her grandchildren. Robert passed away in 1978 and after that Laurine enjoyed many clubs and interests.

Laurine was a member and officer in the Round Circle Cowbelles, Brockway Homemakers and County Homemakers Council, lifetime member of VFW Auxiliary 4813, Circle and treasurer for many years, McCone County Senior Citizens, German’s From Russia, and was a member of the First Lutheran Church. She loved playing cards and even when not feeling the best, never missed the card playing at the Senior Center and at the Brockway Supper Club. She loved seeing her grandchildren in any activities, especially music.  All of her grandchildren were very special to her and she was loved much by all of them. She always had many pictures to show off and was thrilled with each new baby born.

Laurine was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Otto; husband, Robert; and children Roberta and Roger.  

She is survived by her sons,  Larry (Sheri) and Roscoe (Sharon); grandchildren,  Larry Sartin, Laurie Curtiss, Deanne Klimes, Lisa Fritz, Kellie Jensen, Darcie Holmlund, Katherine Schmidt, Rhonda Taylor, Susan Sartin, Jessica Bradley, Tanya Giop, Tiffaney Schmidt, Brandon Schmidt, Robbie Cain and Sharyl Jessee; many great and great-great grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Lydia Maier; and a brother-in-law, Harold Schmidt; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 3, 2017 from 1 to 6 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Circle with family receiving friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at 1 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church in Circle. Interment will follow on Saturday at 4 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Glendive. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Circle is in charge of the arrangements.

In lieu of flowers the family asks if you so choose to make a donation to the McCone County Senior Center, American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.

Jerry Dale Schwindt, age 69, of Glendive passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the Billings Clinic in Billings.  

A celebration of Jerry’s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 3, 2017 at the Silha Funeral Home in Glendive. Interment will be held in the Dawson Memorial Cemetery at a later date.  Silha Funeral Home of Glendive has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Jerry was born on January 10, 1948 to John and Elizabeth “Betty” (Ermantraut) Schwindt in Baker. He was raised and educated in Baker where he attended Baker High School. Following his education, Jerry began working in the oilfields of eastern Mont. He worked as a rig hand, truck driver and various other positions with several different companies throughout the years. Jerry moved to Glendive in 1978 where he continued working in the oilfield until 1994 when he started working for Glendive Sales Corporation. He continued to work for Glendive Sales until 2014 when his health forced him to retire.

Jerry was united in marriage to Sue Nentwig on December 31, 1983 in Glendive and with this union he found his perfect camping and fishing partner with whom he would enjoy the next thirty-three years.

Jerry enjoyed camping and fishing, telling jokes and being with his family and friends around a campfire. He could usually be found tinkering and pitter puttering around his garage, making crafts out of metal or wood that would always make unique gifts for his family and friends. Jerry was a brave and selfless man, his family is extremely proud of how he handled his illness and never let it get the best of him. They will all miss him and are honored to have called him husband, dad, grandpa and friend.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; children, Elizabeth “Lisa” Schwindt and Jerry Sue Schwindt; step-son, Travis Crow; brother, Johnny Schwindt; sister, Janice Connolly; and father-in-law, Ray Nentwig.

He is survived by his wife, Sue Schwindt of Glendive; three children, Billie Jo (Craig) Stebbins of Glendive, Jeremy (Camille) Schwindt of Glendive and Samantha (fiance Chase Colbrese) Schwindt of Billings; eight grandchildren, Shalene (Michael Goodale) Ulrich of Glendive, Sarah Harris of Laurel, Kaitlyn Ulrich of Glendive, Tyler (Jennie Smith) Ulrich of Glendive, Ciara (Christopher) Pacult of St.Louis, Miss., Caleb Schwindt of Glendive, Elizabeth “Lizzy” Schwindt of Glendive and Brittnee Schwindt of Glendive; five great-grandchildren, Brock, Taevin, Phenix, Oakley and Elliot; four siblings, Dick (Dawna) Schwindt of Bridger, Mont., Loretta (Jimmy) Walters of Walters, Okla., Ray Schwindt of Ely, Nev. and Bill (Arleen) Schwindt of Blanchard, Okla.; brother-in-law, Bill Connolly of Hardin; mother-in-law, Rose Nentwig of Glendive; special cousin, Chuck Schwindt of Billings; three brothers and sisters-in-law; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at:  www.silhafuneralhomes.com.

Kathleen Hodous, age 68, of Glendive, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the Billings Clinic in Billings. 

Services are pending and will be announced at a later date. A full obituary will follow when completed. Silha Funeral Home of Glendive has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Mary “Chris” Christine Harsha, age 64, of Glendive, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2017 at the Glendive Medical Center in Glendive. 

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 3, 2017 at the Glendive Evangelical Church of North America in Glendive with Pastor David Steinbron officiating. Silha Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Kathleen Hodous, age 68, of Glendive, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the Billings Clinic in Billings. 

Visitation was held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday,  March 3, 2017 at Silha Funeral Home in Glendive. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Glendive, with Reverend Mark Grunst officiating. Interment will be held in Dawson Memorial Cemetery. Silha Funeral Home of Glendive has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Kathleen was born on February 24, 1949 in Glendive to parents Gydeon and Lydia (Gaub) Ulrich. She was raised and educated in Glendive, and graduated high school with the class of 1967. While in high school, she met Jim Hodous. Jim entered into the military, but when he came back, he and Kathleen started to date. They were married on December 2, 1967 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Glendive. The couple spent 50 years together before Kathleen’s passing. Kathleen and Jim had two sons, Rodney and Jason. Kathleen worked the Wagon Wheel Bar, at City Drug, as a teller at First National Bank and then the BN Credit Union, and worked as an insurance clerk at Glendive Medical Center.

Kathleen enjoyed gardening, her flowers, angels, bird watching and line dancing. She loved to spend time with her family, which she was the center of.

Kathleen is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Duane and Robert; sister, Wanda; and nephew, Mikel.

Kathleen is survived by her husband, Jim of Billingsa; sons, Rodney Hodous of Glendive and Jason Hodous of Billings; sisters, LaDonna (Larry) Schlenz of Glendive and Arleen Ulrich of Glendive; sister-in-law, Nancy Ulrich of Richey; grandchildren, Gaige and Michael of Glendive; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at: www.silhafuneralhomes.com.

Eunice May Workman, 82, passed away on January 24, 2017 in Littleton, CO. Eunice was born in Glendive, MT on May 19, 1934 to Henry Theodore and Edna Candice (Wilhelm) Sell. Eunice was child number 11 of 13 siblings. She is survived by her son, Steven Rogers; daughter, Pamela Fluken; daughter, Elizabeth Herdt; step-daughter, Karen Burhans; 8 grandchildren, Tamara Elison, David Rogers, Daniel Rogers, Rick Boyer, Thomas McBartlett, Jaimie Golub, Mindy Kellar, Timothy Rogers and 18 great-grandchildren; and one remaining sibling, brother, Ted Sell. 

On July 19,1951 Eunice married Timothy Gordon Rogers in Miles City, MT. To that union, they were blessed with four children; Steven, Pamela, Linda (deceased), and Elizabeth. Eunice was married two additional times, with no additional children: February 1, 1981 to Thomas Rehor and June 9, 1990 to Orald Workman.

Eunice was baptized at a very early age at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Montana by Rev. Meyers. She maintained her faith throughout her life, often volunteering in her church community and always helping those in need. 

Eunice, we miss your kind spirit, loving nature, and warm heart.

Judith Diane Dowson, 73, passed away on Sunday February 26, 2017. She was born July 10, 1943 in Glendive, to John and Wilma Dowson. After living through a myriad of health issues, she passed away at Billings Health & Rehabilitation Center in Billings.

Judy joins her parents, John and Wilma Dowson; her sister, Marion Rickett; grandson, Jason Charles; nephew, John Dowson; and great-nephews in heaven.  

She is survived by her sister, Carol Turner of Glendive; brother, David Dowson of Troy; son, Russell Zinda of Gillette; daughters, Angela (Zinda) Kuehn of Billings and daughter Debra (Zinda) Charles of Apache Junction; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and Molly her pet (dog).

Family, friends and others whose lives Judy touched are invited to the graveside memorial service on March 10, 2017 at 1 p.m. at the Dawson Memorial Cemetery. Avis Anderson will officiate.  After services you are then invited to the Zion Lutheran Church to reminisce, support each other and of course just chat. Please dress warm and jeans are welcome.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Judith Diane Dowson to the Billings Clinic Dialysis, LLC at 2800 10th Ave N, Billings, MT 59107. The family is especially grateful to the staff at the Billings Clinic Dialysis Center as their help gave Judy an extra 9 weeks with family and friends.

Geraldine M. Akren, 83 of Glendive, passed away February 11, 2017. 

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Astoria in Glendive on March 11, 2017 from 12 p.m.. to 3 p.m. Silha Funeral Home of Glendive has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Geraldine was born in Long Beach, Calif. on August 8, 1933 to Alice Childers and Ennis Crouch. In the late 1960’s she became a deputy sheriff for LA county and was a trailblazer for women in the industry. She retired in 1990. Sometime after her retirement she moved to Glendive and settled into a community that she loved and considered a part of her extended family.

Geraldine, lovingly referred to as “Grammy”, “GG”, and Geri, was loved by all who came into her life. Geri was independent, loving, hardworking, energetic and passionate about life. She enjoyed her cats, puppy-sitting, volunteering with local groups including the local food co-op, cancers survivor group and calling Bingo at the Heritage. 

She leaves a loving legacy with her four children, three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Her legacy of loving kindness will never be forgotten and her presence will be missed by all who came to know her. She will be dearly missed. 

Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at: www.silhafuneralhomes.com.

Keith Cameron Keysor, age 67, passed away on March 2, 2017 at the McCone County Health Center in Circle.

Keith was born in Glendive on February 3, 1950, the son of Robert (Bill) and Betty (Volbrecht) Keysor. He grew up and attended school in Richey, and graduated from Richey High School in 1968.  He initially worked for the Dawson County Road Department and then took a position with the McCone County Road Department when it became available. He was Road Foreman of McCone County for 20+ years before retiring in 1997. Many people will remember him spending  countless hours to keep their roads open and maintained, especially in remote parts of the county.

Keith married Deanna Switzer on June 2, 1973, in Circle, and to this union three sons were born. Hunting and fishing were activities Dad enjoyed very much, and our family took many trips each year to Fort Peck Lake or one of Montana’s many rivers. Dad spent several years elk hunting at Taylor’s Fork with friends and passed that love to his sons who continue this annual hunt. Dad relished sports: he bowled, played softball, watched the Dallas Cowboys and was one of Deane Copping’s steer wrestling students. He was an avid fan of his son’s sporting events.

Dad liked to work with his hands and could operate any manner of machine. He filleted fish, skinned deer and canned meat. Dad loved gardening; digging in the soil and making things grow. He also loved to cook. He would make a home-cooked meal for whoever crossed his path.

Dad was a character. He had a long smile that seemed to split his face in half. He always wore long sleeved button shirts, even when fishing. He had a friendly nickname for everyone, but, oddly enough, never seemed to have one himself.

Dad is survived by his three sons, Kelly (Nicole) Keysor of Sidney, Kyle Keysor of Miles City, and Kirk Keysor of Bozeman; mother, Betty Keysor of Richey; sisters, Cheryl (Jerry) Whiteman of Richey, Becky (Brian) Vetter of Glendive, and Susy (Ken) Ehli of Circle; brother, Bruce Keysor of Richey; and two grandchildren, Brody and Kaia Keysor. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

He was preceded in death by his father and grandparents.

A memorial service was held on March 10, 2017 at 11 a.m. at Circle Country Market Banquet Room. Stevenson and Sons is entrusted with arrangements. Memorials can be made to a charity of your choice.

Margaret “Maggie” Gibson of Glendive, passed away on February 12, 2017 at the Glendive Medical Center Extended Care in Glendive on her 100th birthday. 

No services are planned at this time. Per Maggie’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Silha Funeral Home of Glendive has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Maggie was born on February 12, 1917 to parents Thomas and Tilda (Moe) Austin in Buchanan, N.D. She was raised on a farm north of Mott, N.D. She met Jim Shirby, and the two were married in Malta, Mont. in November of 1936. The couple moved to Glendive where Margaret worked at Sam’s Arcade, the Jordan Hotel, and as a housekeeper. Jim passed away in 1980. In 1985 she met Donald Gibson and the couple was married in July of 1985. Don passed away in 2000. Maggie was a resident of Glendive until the time of her passing.

Maggie enjoyed riding horses in the Badlands of Mont., as well as fishing and hunting. No better venison steak was served than at the Shirby house.

Maggie and her husband Jim Shirby were original members of the “Send a Boy to Montana” program as part of the Elks organization and were extremely proud to have mentored a number of young men. In the summer of 1953 the first two boys came to stay with Maggie and Jim. One of those boys, Mike Brown, has been close to Maggie since that first visit.

Maggie was preceded in death by her first husband, Jim Shirby; second husband, Don Gibson; as well as seven brothers and sisters.

Maggie is survived by her nephew, Bill  Austin of Hettinger, N.D.

Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at: www.silhafuneralhomes.com.