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Louisiana man died in one-car crash on Montana 200

A 58-year-old Louisiana man died in a one-car accident on Montana 200 at mile marker 80 on Friday, Dec. 23, at 9:28 p.m., the Montana Highway Patrol reported.

Legals December 28, 2016

LEGAL NOTICE OF SALE Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Timber Sale The Mudd Creek Fire Salvage Timber Sale is located within Section 18, T22N-R26W on the State's Plains Unit. Approximately 7,295 tons, consisting primarily of Douglas-fir sawlogs, are offered for sale. Sealed bids will be opened at the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, 2705 Spurgin Road, Missoula, Montana on January 20, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed and will be accepted any time prior to the bid opening. DNRC recommends that bidders contact the Trust Land Management Division (406-542-4300) prior to the bid opening to ensure that your bid has been received. Bids must be accompanied by a deposit of $5,103.00, representing 5% of the minimum bid value of the sale in cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft to be applied to the first sale invoice for the successful bidder. Bid bonds will be accepted and, for the successful bidder, will be closed upon execution of the Timber Sale Contract and Timber Sale Bond. The sale will be awarded to the highest responsible bidder. Award of the timber sale is conditional upon approval of the timber sale by the State Board of Land Commissioners at their January 17, 2017 meeting. If the successful bidder is unable to execute the contract within 21 calendar days from the date the sale is awarded, the bid deposit will be retained by the Department as liquidated damages. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids. Prospective bidders can obtain the sale prospectus, sale contract and bid forms from the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, Trust Land Management Division, in Missoula (406-542-4300), the Northwestern Land Office in Kalispell (406-751-2257), or the Plains Unit Office in Plains, MT (406-826-4723). Visit our website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/trust/forest-management/timber-sale-information for upcoming sales and bid results. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on December 21, 28, 2016 and January 4, 11, 2017. MNAXLP,

Conservation groups challenge timber sale

Four conservation groups filed suit in Federal District Court in Missoula Dec. 16, challenging a large logging and fuels-reduction project near Condon in the Flathead National Forest.

Thompson Falls, Hot Springs, Plains boys notch victories

Danny Hoisington poured in 32 points and Thompson Falls ran away to a 63-39 win against Troy in District 7B action on Thursday.

Political parties align ahead of special election

U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke is still a month away from presumptively resigning from his U.S. Representative seat, and Montana Republican Central Committee Chairman Jeff Essmann said last Wednesday he’s already taken on a massive workload to coordinate the party’s next step in selecting a nominee.

Tribes declare 'invasive species emergency'

The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes announced last Tuesday evening they have declared an “invasive species emergency” on the Flathead Indian Reservation in response to invasive mussels detected in Central Montana last month.

Applications being accepted for Tow Truck Complaint Resolution Committee

The Department of Justice is seeking a representative of the commercial motor carrier industry and a representative of the Montana Highway Patrol for the Tow Truck Compliant Resolution Committee.

Annual high school event challenges students

On Dec. 21, students of Plains Junior High and Plains High School participated in “Brain Bash,” an annual competitive event.

Plains mayor reflects on past year

Plains Mayor Greg Eitelberg discussed the town at the end of 2016, and the current projects coming during 2017 and beyond.

Hunter hit with costly penalties after mishap

Jeff Fleming wishes he could take back the most expensive three seconds of his life.

Funding to combat mussels on upcoming legislative agenda

Montana’s susceptibility to invasive mussels has rattled policymakers across the state, and despite a tight budget, boosting the state’s invasive species programs appears to have gained bipartisan traction.

Plains boys, girls blow out Darby

The Trotters outscored the Darby Lady Tigers in the first and third quarters and won 41-20 on Thursday.

Dog messes left behind

I have a problem! Now, don’t get me wrong. I am not an animal hater. I’m more of a people person.

Reporter's Notebook: It's been a great year

Gift packages are unwrapped, and holiday guests have headed home. The Christmas tree stands barren in the living room, with bits of ribbon and paper strewn underneath. Many of us will have to loosen our belts after eating too many cookies and treats and tighten our pocketbook in January to pay for all the holiday festivities and presents. We also had wonderful weather, with a blanket of fresh snow to adorn our Christmas morning.

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Families received holiday cheer from local volunteers

There will be gifts under Christmas trees and food in the pantry, thanks to the efforts of volunteer groups in the area. On Dec. 3, Helping Hands raised over $5,800 with their annual auction. With some of the funds raised, the group bought toys, clothes, games and food for 11 families in need for the holidays.

Cottonwood Decision Harms Commonsense Forest Management Projects

U.S. CONGRESS —U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Jon Tester and U.S. Representative Ryan Zinke underscored the urgency in reversing the ruling of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Cottonwood Environmental Law Center v. U.S. Forest Service by introducing bipartisan bicameral legislation to do just that.

Keepers of the old schoolhouse celebrate another successful year

It has been an eventful year of raising funds, hosting events, and caretaking one of the oldest buildings in DeBorgia. On Dec. 10, the ladies who make up The DeBorgia Historic School House Foundation celebrated with a much needed rest with their Ladies Annual Holiday Salad Luncheon. The ladies who attended this year were Gigi Dubois, Debbie Fontaine, Joyce Goodenough,  Christie Carrillas, Helen Tooker, Wendy Garras, Shirley Iwata, Sharon Kortuem, and Naomi Stevens.

Arctic blast brings record breaking cold to Montana

Baby its cold outside, as an arctic blast hit the Rocky Mountains on Friday, bringing sub-zero temperatures and hazardous driving conditions to the area. This was after several inches of snow covered the valley on Thursday morning.

Tree lighting highlighted with snowfall in Alberton

Fourth Annual Winter Festival hosted by the PEAK Foundation was held in Alberton on Dec. 9. It was an “opportunity to come together to celebrate life and love”, according to their Facebook post promoting the event.

Mineral County facing possible funding cuts

Residents could see tax hike

Mineral County Justice Court, Dec. 9 to Dec. 16

Town Court of Superior

Freshman legislator sets priorities ahead of session

By KATHLEEN WOODFORD

St. Regis knocks down Noxon and Charlo in varsity basketball

By KATHLEEN WOODFORD

Legals December 21, 2016

LEGAL NOTICE OF SALE Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Timber Sale The Mudd Creek Fire Salvage Timber Sale is located within Section 18, T22N-R26W on the State's Plains Unit. Approximately 7,295 tons, consisting primarily of Douglas-fir sawlogs, are offered for sale. Sealed bids will be opened at the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, 2705 Spurgin Road, Missoula, Montana on January 20, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed and will be accepted any time prior to the bid opening. DNRC recommends that bidders contact the Trust Land Management Division (406-542-4300) prior to the bid opening to ensure that your bid has been received. Bids must be accompanied by a deposit of $5,103.00, representing 5% of the minimum bid value of the sale in cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft to be applied to the first sale invoice for the successful bidder. Bid bonds will be accepted and, for the successful bidder, will be closed upon execution of the Timber Sale Contract and Timber Sale Bond. The sale will be awarded to the highest responsible bidder. Award of the timber sale is conditional upon approval of the timber sale by the State Board of Land Commissioners at their January 17, 2017 meeting. If the successful bidder is unable to execute the contract within 21 calendar days from the date the sale is awarded, the bid deposit will be retained by the Department as liquidated damages. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids. Prospective bidders can obtain the sale prospectus, sale contract and bid forms from the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, Trust Land Management Division, in Missoula (406-542-4300), the Northwestern Land Office in Kalispell (406-751-2257), or the Plains Unit Office in Plains, MT (406-826-4723). Visit our website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/trust/forest-management/timber-sale-information for upcoming sales and bid results. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on December 21, 28, 2016 and January 4, 11, 2017. MNAXLP,

Trial date unclear for Plains man charged in refuge standoff

While some defendants have been acquitted of charges that resulted from a 41-day occupation and standoff at the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, a Plains man is among seven defendants still waiting to go to trial.

Blaze Reddrick Greenwood

Blaze Reddrick Greenwood was born Nov. 5, 2016, at the Clark Fork Valley Hospital, to parents Rhiannon and Jacob Greenwood of Plains. He weighed 6 pounds, 5 ounces and was 19 inches long.

Local students land on Honor Roll

Dixon School

Dispensaries restocking shelves; patients renewing registration

A week after a judge cleared the path for expanded access to medical marijuana in Montana, dispensaries are working to restock shelves and patients are trying to reinstate their cannabis registration with the state.

Spreading holiday cheer

Frosty and Snoopy celebrated the holidays by making an appearance inside Gambles in Plains on Saturday.

Special election likely to decide Zinke successor

With Montana’s lone congressman set to join President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet, Montana officials anticipate a special election being held for the open seat in the U.S. House sometime early in 2017.

Plains-Hot Springs 4th at Buzz Lucey Invite

EUREKA — Daniel Uli, the top-ranked 120-pound grappler in Class B-C, pinned Riley Olson of Flathead’s junior varsity squad in just 34 seconds to claim the title at the Buzz Lucey Invitational Friday and Saturday.

Vet Center van visits Plains

The Montana Vet Center mobile counseling and outreach van from Missoula was at the Plains Service Center on Monday, Dec. 19.

U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke accepts appointment to Secretary of Interior position

(AP) — President-elect Donald Trump officially chose Montana Rep. Ryan Zinke to serve as his interior secretary last week. Zinke was an early supporter of Tump and publicly sought a Cabinet post when Trump visited Montana in May.

Norovirus hits area schools and hospital hard this month

The Mineral County Health Department reported on Friday that there has been an outbreak of gastrointestinal norovirus in area high schools and at the hospital. Peggy Stevens, director and public health nurse of the department said there has been 53 cases so far this year for Superior School and Mineral Community Hospital residents and staff during a meeting with county commissioners.

Avalanche center names director

The director of the avalanche center in Crested Butte, Colorado, has been selected to lead avalanche forecasting for Northwest Montana beginning this winter.

4-H Club sock drive a success

For the past four weeks, the South Side Sparks 4-H Club in Plains has held a sock drive to collect socks and other undergarments for community members in need.

Winter arts and crafts fair held at Sanders County community market

The Sanders County community market held its winter arts and crafts sale at the Sanders County Fairgrounds in Plains on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Rep. Ryan Zinke accepts nomination as Secretary of the Interior

Ryan Zinke, the Republican Congressman representing Montana’s at-large U.S. House district, on Dec. 15 announced he had accepted President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination to serve as the next Secretary of the Interior.

Horsemen blow out Charlo; Thompson Falls girls win big

CHARLO — Ryan Ovitt’s 17 points led Plains to a 69-41 District 14C conference win on the road Friday evening.

New auto shop finding its market

There’s a new auto shop in the Clark Fork Valley.

Technology is changing the way hospitals treat patients

The U.S. Senate last month passed the Expanding Capacity for Health Outcomes (ECHO) Act. This legislation is aimed to increase access to healthcare in rural areas by authorizing the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to study the Project ECHO model.

Community Notes

ACE info

Fire Chief reminds community about fire safety during the holidays

By KATHLEEN WOODFORD

Hospital aims to collect 5,000 pounds of food this holiday season

In November 2011, Mineral Community Hospital held their first Holiday Food Drive to help those in need in the county through the holidays. This season is no exception, as the hospital employees are continuing to collect non-perishable food items with a goal of over 5,000 pounds.

Student all smiles with new school sweatshirts thanks to Montana Rail Link

Students at Alberton and Superior were all smiles last week when representatives from Montana Rail Link (MRL) showed up and handed out sweatshirts to everyone. Tony Bacino, Chief of Security for Montana Rail Link gave the students a presentation about railroad safety. Then he, other MRL employees, and Monte, University of Montana’s mascot, handed out the sweatshirts to everyone, including teachers and administrative staff.

Women in Timber Parent's Gift day suffers low attendance

The Clark Fork Valley Montana Women in Timber group held their annual Parent’s Gift Table at the Superior fire house on Saturday, Dec. 10. Unfortunately, they had one of the smallest turn-outs in recent memory.

St. Regis bazaar fills Community Center with unique holiday gifts

The annual Christmas Bazaar was held at the Community Center in St. Regis on Dec. 10. Coordinators Kathy Koepke and Ilene Wolff said they had more vendors than they’ve had in the past, with 32 tables filled with crafts, food, and collectables.

Former astronaut John Glenn touched many lives, even in St. Regis

Former astronaut and U.S. Senator, John Glenn was hailed as a national hero and became a symbol of the space age as the first American to orbit Earth. He passed away on Thursday, Dec. 8 at the age of 95. He was in the Senate for 24 years, but captured the country’s imagination when he became the first American to orbit the Earth.

St. Regis School closed due to propane issues

On Wednesday, Dec. 7, St. Regis student awoke to a surprise: school was cancelled for the day due to a propane issue. School Superintendent Joe Steele sent out an email that stated that the propane to the building had been shut off.

St. Regis, Clark Fork Girls taste victory during Western C Tournament

The Western C Tip-off Tournament was held at Pablo’s Salish Kootenai College and the Ronan Event Center over this past weekend

Emergency services a challenge in Mineral County

Providing emergency services in small rural areas like Mineral County can be challenging due to the lack of volunteers and other resources needed. However, the Local Emergency Planning Committee, headed by George Gupton, and the LEPC Subcommittee on Communications is aiming to help overcome some of these challenges.

Libby wins at Bob Kinney Wrestling Classic with Clark Fork in sixth place

Libby won the annual Bob Kinney Wrestling Classic held over last weekend in Superior. Teams from all over Western Montana traveled through several inches of snow and cold to reach the high school gym for a day of intense competition. Clark Fork Mountain Cats came in sixth place with a score of 81.5.

Court Report Dec. 2 – Dec. 9

Bond Forfeited

San Jose basketball team makes a stop in Alberton

The Clark Fork Mountain Cats boy’s basketball team was in for a treat on Tuesday, Dec. 6 when they relinquished their gym to the San Jose Spartans. The Division 1 team played the University of Montana Grizzlies on Dec. 7 and found themselves without a gym to practice on the day before their game.

Legals December 14, 2016

LEGAL Blackfoot provides local phone and broadband services in many Montana communities at reasonable and affordable rates. A federal program designed to promote "universal service" to all areas of the nation makes affordable rates possible. Companies participating in this program are required to advertise theses services on an annual basis. As a participant in the universal service program Blackfoot provides access to single line phone service, emergency services (911), directory assistance (411), operator services (0+), long distance limitation services, as well as broadband internet access services. For questions or to order new services call our customer care team at 541-5000 or visit us at www.blackfoot.com. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on December 14, 2016. MNAXLP

Glacier reaches 2.8M visitors

Last month continued to pile on to Glacier National Park’s record-breaking year, with more visitors entering the park than any November in the last three decades.

Sandra Jane (Murdock) Domino, 75

Sandra Jane (Murdock) Domino passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2016, at the age of 75 in Carson City, Nevada.

Plains Library offering craft night Dec. 21

One of Santa’s favorite treats on Christmas night is a nice mug of milk to wash down some cookies in between traveling from house to house.

Former Paradise Elementary to host holiday show

The intrepid explorers have finally reached Paradise.

Fighting the holiday grinches

Authorities warn about holiday crime, scams

Hospice memorial at Clark Fork Valley Hospital gives families time to reflect

More than 50 people stepped out of the chaos of the holiday season for a candlelight ceremony at Clark Fork Valley Hospital focused on sharing love for family members and friends who have died.

Laura (Sunny) Leslie Olfert, 71

Laura (Sunny) Leslie Olfert passed peacefully on Dec. 1, 2016, in her home with her kids by her side, joining her late husband Ronald D. Olfert.

Senior Center sets events

The Dixon Senior Center invites the community to attend its December events.

Thompson Falls, Plains-Hot Springs wrestlers win at Bob Kinney Classic

SUPERIOR — Thompson Falls claimed second place and Plains-Hot Springs was close behind in third at the Bob Kinney Classic in Superior last weekend.

70 flags retired during VFW ceremony

On Wednesday, Dec. 7, as America took note of the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, the Plains Wild Horse VFW Post No. 3596 was busy with an annual activity of its own.

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Plains boys, girls win twice at Western C Tip-Off

The Plains boys and girls both swept their way to undefeated weekends as the basketball season began in earnest for region teams.

Mildred 'Millie' Ruth Nielsen, 79

Mildred “Millie” Ruth Nielsen was born Aug. 6, 1937 in Bell, Calif. She passed away on Oct. 24, 2016.

Montana's elk shoulder season continues

Hunters in Montana still have a few opportunities to get in on the late shoulder season for elk, although they’ll have to head outside Region 1.

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Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission to vote on two Sanders County proposals

On Thursday, the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission will vote on a pair of proposals in Sanders County.

Plains boys, girls sweep Thompson Falls

Ryan Ovitt scored 16 points and Class C Plains used a huge first quarter to roll past Class B Thompson Falls 58-29 Saturday in the season-opener for both teams.

Thompson Falls 7th at season-opening invite

POLSON — Kaleb Frank claimed the 120-pound championship to help Thompson Falls to a seventh-place team finish at the Owen Invitational at Polson High School on Saturday.

Gerald Lloyd Glade, 85

Gerald Lloyd Glade passed away Nov. 9, 2016, at the age of 85 in Plains, Montana.

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Donation effort met by 'the Grinches'

Apparently, the Grinch that stole Christmas is not merely a fictional character. He (or several clones like him) now works for the Montana Highway Department.

Mineral County Justice Court Nov. 25 – Dec. 2

Bond Forfeited

USS Arizona survivor heads to Pearl Harbor

HONOLULU (AP) — Lauren Bruner was getting ready for church in 1941 on his battleship, the USS Arizona, when the alarm sounded.

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5 volleyball players awarded all-conference

St. Regis Lady Tigers Courtney Cheesman, a senior, was named all-conference first-team for Western Class C in District 14. She was joined by fellow senior, Madison Hill and junior, Justice Tate who were named second-team all-conference. Junior, Anna Sanford was name honorable mention. Clark Fork Mountain Cats junior, Montanna Baughman was named District 13 second-team all-conference.

Football Clark Fork Mountain Cats' Sterling Reese named to play in all-state game

Sterling Reese, a senior for the Clark Fork Mountain Cats, was named to play in the Class C 8-man football league’s all-state game. He will join six Charlo players, Landers Smith, Jared Doty, Kane Shenyer, Trent Dennison, Zane Halfiger and Chandler Krahn. Charlo won the state championship game last month.

Why does Thompson Falls need a growth policy?

I am at a loss as to why Thompson Falls needs a “growth policy.” What is it that is being planned out of view of the public that makes such a thing so dreadfully and drastically “important” to a city as small as this?

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Warm Feet Happy Hearts sock drive

Snow plows' quick action helped save lives

A high-speed chase on Interstate 90 near Huson could have had catastrophic consequences if it hadn’t been for the quick actions of some of employees of the Montana Department of Transportation in Alberton.

Senate passes bill to improve rural health care

The U.S. Senate passed a bipartisan bill Tuesday that could expand access to specialty health care for rural patients in states like Montana where services are often scattered.

Mine near Superior in final cleanup phase

There’s been a lot of activity at the Flat Creek Iron Mountain Mine located four miles northeast of Superior. It became a Superfund site in 2002 and the final cleanup phases are currently taking place.

County must decide how to spend $350,000

The county has $350,000 in title III funds, and on Friday, Mineral County financial officer Jessica Connelly warned commissioners that if the funds were not used, they would have to be returned to the federal government.

Sheriff's Office coordinates annual Tree of Hearts giving program

Santa Claus has a lot of helpers in Sanders County disguised as deputies and employees of the Sanders County Sheriff’s Office.

Forecast indicates La Niña will persist

Ski hills and snow enthusiasts in Northwest Montana are cautiously optimistic that a developing La Niña system will consistently dump powder for the next few months, but the periodic weather cycle has had an inconsistent impact on winters over the past two decades.

Attorney General joins lawsuit challenging endangered species rules

Montana Attorney General Tim Fox on Nov. 29 joined 16 other states in a federal lawsuit challenging new endangered species regulations they say exceed federal wildlife agencies’ rule-making authority.

Farm Service Agency extends deadline

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Montana Farm Service Agency announced Tuesday that the deadline to submit ballots for the 2016 County Committee elections has been extended to Dec. 13

Kailyn E. Thola, 18

Kailyn E. Thola of Hamilton, Montana, passed away early in the morning on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016, as a result of a tragic automobile accident near Tarkio, Montana.

Community Notes

Holiday

Preparing our students for the future

The Montana Constitution, specifically Article X Section 8, gives ownership of the state’s publicly funded schools, with the support and engagement of school staff and the community, to each community through the supervision and control by its elected trustees. Section 1 of the same Article requires that the state’s education system to develop the full educational potential of each student a school serves.

Elwin Jamie 'Jim' Drobny, 83

Jim was born in Baker City, Oregon, on June 1, 1933. He is survived by his wife, Carol; sons and families, Chris (Tina), Jim (Patti) Frank and Art Drobny; stepchildren, Robyn (Marty) Trott, Chris Miller and Dan (Lonnie) Miller; sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Elmer McGraw of Bend, Oregon; and more than 20 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. A granddaughter, Candius Miller, passed away suddenly in August 2016.

Santa sightings usher in the holidays

Santa arrives in DeBorgia for the Schoolhouse Lighting

Wrestling, basketball seasons underway

Wrestling

Bill pushes focus on $5.8 billion outdoor industry

Montana’s outdoor recreation industry is frequently cited as a top economic driver in the state, but aside from a scattering of privately funded studies and location-specific economic impact reports, the sector’s full scope remains largely unknown.

Questions raised over West End FD equipment

There was contention over what to do with equipment at the West End Fire Department. Current Board President, John Carpenter presented a proposal to the county commissioners on Thursday evening to sell some of the equipment. Board members Tom Anderson and Mark Wasseen were also present at the meeting.

Volunteers, service always needed

I write this in response to Tony Plerini’s previous letter about Mike Bedict. I also have worked many years with Mike and respect him for his years of community service. A service that needs to restructure itself. Tony’s suggestion is one way that service can become better for the people it serves.

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Ski slopes starting to open

Snow storms have been rolling through the Clark Fork valley as skier’s wax their boards and get ready for another season on the slopes. Lookout Ski area reported eight inches of new snow on Monday, Dec. 5. They plan on reopening the slopes on Thursday, Dec. 8 and say they have 34 inches at the base and 40 inches at the summit.

Local church hosts 158 people for Thanksgiving

Church on the Move in Plains saw more than 150 people enter its doors Thursday for a Thanksgiving Day meal.

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Deer harvest numbers up from 2015

Hunters in the Thompson Falls area improved their white-tailed deer and mule deer hauls over last year’s general rifle season, while whitetail buck and elk harvest numbers were down, according to data from Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks.

Sanders County justice court roundup

Sanders County Justice of the Peace Donald M. Strine handled the following cases last week:

Christopher Aaron Cole

Our dear, sweet Chris — son, brother, uncle, caregiver, companion, friend—passed away too soon. Chris was the youngest of the four Cole siblings.

JAMES C. JONES

James C. Jones (“Jimmy,” “JJ”) died at his home in St. Regis, Montana on August 24, 2016. He passed away from cancer at 1:07 a.m. with all his family at his bedside. He will be missed so very much by many friends and family. He was a very important part of our family and he was loved so very much.

Kathryn Louise “Katie Lou” Johnson Rosenow, 78

Kathryn Louise Rosenow departed to be with her Lord and Savior on Oct. 31, 2016. She passed away peacefully with family in Kalispell.

Kenneth Duane Carley

March 1, 1933-August 28, 2016

Marie Eleinor Barber

Marie Eleinor Barber, 78, of Plains, MT, was taken home to the loving arms of her Savior Jesus Christ on June 7, 2016 after a long & brave struggle with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia.

MARCIA ANN WARREN

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Elizabeth J. Larson

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Morris King Minemyer

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OBITUARY JOHN BRIGHT

John Bright passed away peacefully at home with his family at his bedside on July 28, 2016 at the age of 83. He was born in Moiave, California to Rose and Jack Bright. After he served his country in the Army fighting in the Korean War, he returned to California and married the girl of his dreams, Phyllis, to whom he was married to for over 60 years.