Local Obituaries for Families in Teton County
Lawrence R. Jordan
Nov 10, 2023
Lawrence “Larry” Robert Jordan was born December 24, 1947, in Fort Yates, North Dakota onthe Standing Rock Sioux Reservation. Larry’s family relocated to Browning, Montana in 1951.Larry attended the Little Flower Parish in Browning with his mother Julia regularly. Larry was anAltar Boy for many years. Larry attended the public schools of Browning. He graduated fromBrowning High School in 1966....
Harold Bouma
Nov 5, 2023
Harold Bouma, 96, longtime Choteau businessman, died on Nov. 5, 2023, in Lethbridge, Alberta, while spending time near his daughters.
His funeral service will be on Nov. 10 at 10 a.m. at the Old Paths Strict Baptist Church in Choteau.
Harold was born near Conrad on June 22, 1927, the third of 11 children of Louie and Nina (Kaptein) Bouma....
Leslie Arensmeyer
Oct 30, 2023
Leslie Lyle Arensmeyer, 91, a lifelong farmer, rancher, and esteemed businessman in Choteau, graduated to Heaven on October 30, 2023. Les was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, leaving behind a legacy of love, community involvement, and a passion for history. Les's life was a testament to the value of family, faith, and a strong connection to his...
Dorothy Armstrong
Oct 29, 2023
Dorothy Anne Armstrong, 99, died on Sunday, October 29, 2023, in Kennewick, Washington. She was doing well until she fell and broke the Femur in her leg.
Dorothy will be buried next to her husband in the Choteau Cemetery. A graveside service is on Saturday, November 4. Services are by Frontier Funeral Home formerly Gorder-Jensen Funeral Home.
Dorothy was born...
Cody Yeager
Oct 23, 2023
Cody Yeager, 62, the manager and part-owner of North Montana Feeders, died of natural causes in the comfort of his home in Choteau on Oct. 23, 2023. Early that morning came the end of the fall run, and little did we suspect, the end of Cody's time among us.
Cody was born on May 4, 1961, to Harold and...
David Lindseth
Oct 11, 2023
David B. Lindseth, a devoted father, veteran, and lifelong Montanan, passed away on October 11, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born on February 10, 1949, to Albert "Bully" O. Lindseth and Agnes R. Mutch, and his journey through life touched the hearts of many.
Dave's story is one of dedication and unwavering commitment. He graduated from Choteau High...
James Ross
Oct 8, 2023
James "Jim" Ross, passed away on October 8, 2023, at the age of 77. He was born on April 12, 1946, to proud parents John Ross and Ina (Wolfinbarger) Vigan, marking the beginning of a life filled with adventure, achievement, and an unyielding love for family and the great outdoors.
Jim's journey through life took him on a remarkable path....
Ralph Bouma
Oct 5, 2023
Ralph Bouma, 92, of Stevensville Montana was peacefully ushered into the presence of his Savior on Thursday October 5, 2023 surrounded by his family.
Ralph was born in Corsica, South Dakota on January 25, 1931, the 6th son of Louie and Nina (Kaptein) Bouma.
In his early years he moved with the family north of Choteau to the...
Paul Barrett
Sep 28, 2023
Paul M. Barrett, of Fairfield, MT, passed away September 28, 2023, at theage of 94 with his family by his side.Paul was born February 17, 1929 in Choteau, MT to Edgar and DorothyPye Barrett. He was raised in the Fairfield/Choteau area and graduatedfrom Choteau Highschool. He joined the Army and proudly served in theKorean War where he received a Purple...
Eileen Goodwin Scott
Sep 15, 2023
Eileen Goodwin Scott, 89, passed away September 15th, 2023 in Choteau, Montana.
Eileen was born in Simms, Montana on September 21st, 1932 to Fred and Helen (Demchok) Myskewitz. After moving to the west side of Great Falls, she graduated from Great Falls High School, Class of 1951. Amongst her educational accomplishments were the three years of Latin she took...
Brian Graf
Sep 15, 2023
In Loving Memory of Brian S. Graf "Bompa"It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian S. Graf, affectionately known as "Bompa" to his family. He was born in Choteau and raised in the picturesque town of Fairfield, Montana. Brian entered this world on December 11, 1961 to Raymond and Beverly Graf and departed suddenly on September...
Arlee Johnson
Sep 10, 2023
Arlee Van Johnson passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023 at Benefis Hospital in Great Falls, MT. He was rushed there by helicopter after suffering a severe stroke. His children were with him and remained by his side until the time of his passing. They wish to thank Benefis Teton Medical Center in Choteau and Benefis Hospital in Great Falls for...
Daryl Olson
Aug 13, 2023
In Loving Memory of Daryl (Ole) OlsonWith heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Daryl (Ole) Olson, who peacefully left this world on August 13, 2023, at his cherished home in Augusta, Montana. Born in March of 1947 to proud parents Irvin and Martha Olson, Daryl's life was a testament to strength, service, and unwavering love.Daryl's journey began in his...
Jerry Kirkhorn
Aug 1, 2023
Jerry Michael Kirkhorn, 87, went home to the Lord on August l, 2023, early in the morning, which is so fitting because he loved early mornings. He was survived by his wife, Carol; son, John (Angie); two daughters, Gaylene (Mark) and Valerie (Lee); nine grandchildren; and five great-grandkids.Jerry was born on June 30, 1936, in Wolverton, Minnesota, To Minnie Jorgenson...
Annetta Weinert
Aug 1, 2023
Annetta Helen Louise Weinert, age 89, died on Tuesday, August 1st, five days short of her 90th birthday, in Logan Medical Center where she had lived for the last five years during her battle with Alzheimer disease. She was born in Choteau on August 6th, 1933, to Helen and Tom Dellwo. She was the youngest of seven children.Once Annetta graduated...
Thomas Edsel
Jul 26, 2023
Thomas Edmond Edsel, fondly known as Tom, went to be with the Lord on July 26, 2023. Born on December 19, 1949 in Moravian Falls, North Carolina, Tom lived a life filled with adventure and love. He divided his residences between the cabin he helped build under Castle Reef with the magnificent views of Sawtooth mountain and the Rockies and...
Thomas Maples
Jul 24, 2023
Thomas Edward Maples was born Thomas Edward Moser in Yankton, South Dakota July 18, 1940, to parents Florence and Andrew Moser. In 1954, after Florence was divorced from Andrew and married Ralph Maples, Tom was adopted by Ralph. Tom grew up in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He attended Sioux Falls Public Schools and graduated from Washington High School. Tom attended...
Tina Hirst
Jul 9, 2023
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Tina Zaneta BeaSimpson Hirst, who departed this world on July 9, 2023 . She was born onOctober 25, 1947 to Tina and Joseph Byron “Bee” Simpson in Havre,Montana and would spend her first 6 years on her grandfather Simpson’sranch in Alberta, Canada before moving with her parents and...
Robert Lee
Jul 3, 2023
Dr. Robert Peder Lee, 79, of Choteau who practiced veterinary medicine for 54 consecutive years — 53 of those years in Teton County — died on July 3, 2023, from injuries sustained in a horseback riding accident on the Ear Mountain west of Choteau. He is buried on a site he selected on land owned by his son overlooking the...
Barbara Swenson
Jun 25, 2023
Barbara Jean Swenson, or “Barcie” to those who knew and loved her, passed away suddenly on June 25 after a long and interesting life. She was born in Cardston, Alberta on Jan 13, 1930 to Oscar and Thelma Thronson of Babb, MT, founders and owners of Thronson’s General Store. She grew up in Babb on the Blackfeet reservation with her...
