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Zachary J. Morgan
ASHLAND - Zachary J. Morgan, 13, of Ashland, died Thursday, Aug. 26, 1999, at his home in Ashland.
Zach was born Oct. 10, 1985, in Port Charlotte, Fla., the son of Ed and Monica Reser Morgan. He lived in various places in Florida before moving to Sheridan, Wyo., later moving to Ashland in 1994 with his family. Zach attended Ashland Public School, Isabelle Bills Elementary School in Colstrip and was currently in the eighth grade at Frank Brattin Middle School in Colstrip.
Zach enjoyed everything he could do, especially riding his bike. He will always be remembered for his big brown eyes and beautiful smile.
He is survived by his parents, Ed and Monica of Ashland; his brother, Cody of Ashland; maternal grandparents, Raymond and Doris Reser Sr. of Englewood, Fla.; paternal grandparents, William and Shirley Morgan of Englewood; great-grandparents, Ann Morgan of Butler, Ohio, and Lucille Reser of Englewood; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Zach was preceded in death by his sister, Megan Nicole Morgan, and his great-grandfathers, Kinsey Morgan and Leon Reser Sr.
Memorial services will be held 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, 1999, at the Ashland Public School in Ashland. Cremation has taken place. Memorials may be made to the All Childrens Hospital, 801 Sixth St. S., St. Peters, Fla. 33700 or The Ronald McDonald House in Billings.
Robert Lloyd Smith
GLENDIVE - Robert Lloyd Smith, age 58, of Glendive, passed away Friday, Aug. 28, 1999, at the McGuire Creek near Fort Peck as a result of drowning.
Robert was born in Broadus on May 1, 1941, the son of Lloyd and Phyllis (Barngrover) Smith. He attended schools and worked in Broadus. He later moved to Miles City where he worked as a tool pusher where he worked in Athens, Greece, and throughout the world returning to Keene, N.D., where he owned and operated Bob Smith Repair shop. In 1993, he moved to Glendive where he was currently working as an independent truck driver and for Prince Construction.
Robert is survived by four sons: Tim Smith of Brownsville, Texas; Lloyd Smith of Huntsville, Texas; Brad Smith of Lumberton, Texas; and Miles Smith of United States Air Force; a daughter, Penny Smith of Keene; a brother, Jim Smith of Colstrip; two sisters: Betty Maier of Billings and Sharon Williams of Salinas, Calif.; and four grandchildren: William Robert, James Jonathon, Tim Jr. and Cameran Daniel. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a son, Jimmy Smith in 1992.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Sept. 1, 1999, at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice.
Dallas Lee Trangsrud
1955-1999
PLENTYWOOD - Our son, father, brother, and friend, Dallas was called home to heaven on Aug. 27, 1999, at the Billings Deaconess Hospital due to head injuries from a fall at work. A memorial service will be held Thursday, Sept. 2, at 2 p.m., at Scobey Lutheran Church. Cremation will take place at a later date and time.
He was born in Scobey, Oct. 21, 1955, to Marvin and Helen Trangsrud. He grew up in Peerless and graduated in 1974 and went off to college at Glendive for two years and then Eastern Montana College. He then went on to work for Harvest States Elevator of Scobey, Whitetail Grain Company, and at the time of his death he was the manager of Columbia Grain in Plentywood. Dallas enjoyed work and spending time with family and friends. He also enjoyed sports such as baseball, basketball, and softball.
Dallas was a kind and generous person, always thinking of others and ready to give a helping hand. He is still touching the lives of others through his desire to be an organ donor.
He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Chet and Lillian Baldry, paternal grandfather, Melford Trangsrud.
He is survived by Robyn and their daughter, Rayne, and his daughter, LeeAnn, all from Plentywood; his parents, Marvin and Helen of Scobey; brothers, Ron of Idaho, Duane "Duke" (Vera Lynn) of Scobey, Larry (Patty) and sister, Marlene (Curt) Arney, all of Billings; Grandma Trangsrud of Minnesota; and numerous nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, and cousins.
You are at peace now, we love you and you will be in our hearts forever.
Audrey Hamilton Carter
MILES CITY - Audrey Hamilton Carter, 76, died Friday, Aug. 27, 1999.
Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 30, in the Custer County cemetery. Bullis-Graves Memorial Chapel is in charge.
Cleone W. Halversen
Cleone W. Halversen, 87, died Saturday, Aug. 28, 1999 at St. Vincent Hospital.
A private interment will take place at Terrace Gardens cemetery.
Rose Mary Megee
ENNIS - Rose Mary Megee, 89, of Ennis, died Sunday, Aug. 29, 1999, in the Madison Valley Manor. Born Aug. 1, 1910, in Roscoe, Mont., to the late Lewis and Lura (George) Southworth.
She went to grade school in Roscoe, graduating from Bozeman High School in 1928 as the valedictorian. Rose went one year to Montana State University then transferred to the University of Montana in Missoula where she graduated Cum Laude. She was married
one day after graduation on June 7, 1932, in Missoula, to Ora A. Megee. Ora and Rose moved to a ranch in McAllister and lived there until she sold the ranch in 1994 and moved to Ennis.
Rose and Ora were instrumental in helping the community start the Madison Valley Hospital. She attended the Madison Valley Presbyterian Church and was a charter member of the Ennis Senior Citizens.
She is survived by a foster son and wife, Merwyn and Adrienne Megee of Ennis; a sister, Ruth Friggens of Homer, Ala. She will be greatly missed by many nieces and nephews and other family members.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ora, who died on Nov. 24, 1993; a brother, Owen Southworth; and sisters, Ada Treyman and Alice Southworth.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Sept. 1, 1999, at 11 a.m., at the Madison Valley Presbyterian Church in Ennis with the Reverend Jean Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in the Meadow Creek cemetery in McAllister.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Intermountain Children's Home, 500 Lamborn, Helena, MT 59601.
K & L Mortuary Chapel in Ennis is handling the arrangements.
Thad E. Moler
Thad E. Moler's life was taken on Aug. 28, 1999. Thad was born June 18, 1970, in Billings, Mont., to Trygve and Joann Moler. He attended school in Billings where he graduated from Billings West High School in 1988. He married
Lori Brilz, his high school sweetheart, on Aug. 31, 1991. Together they had two daughters, 5-year-old Amanda Lynn and 19-month-old Megan Joann. Thad was a devoted father and loving husband. He enjoyed camping, fishing and golf. But above all, he cherished every day, moments with his wife and their two young daughters. After high school, he was employed by Molerway Freight Lines, Rimrock Drywall, was co-owner of Downtown Printers, supported his wife and sister-in-law, owners of The Movie Store, and was most recently employed as an agent for Flynn Insurance.
He is survived by his wife, Lori and their two daughters, Amanda and Megan; his brothers: Matt (Darci), Dirk (Jamie) and Conn Moler, all of Billings; his half sister, Shelley (Todd) Erdman, and their children, Chad and Shannon; his grandmother, Dollie Mosback of Hardin; his grandfather, Joe Elliott; his father and mother-in-law, Allen and Pet Brilz of Billings; his nephews, Nathan, Abraham and Max; his niece, Rachel; his brother and sister-in-law, Tim and Becki Hein, all of Billings; his extended family and many special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Trygve and Joann Moler; his grandparents, Katherine and Perry Moler and Lee Mosback.
In lieu of flowers or memorials, the family requests that contributions be made to college funds for his children at Western Security Bank on 24th Street West and Grand Avenue in Billings.
Memorial services will be held at St. Pius X Catholic Church 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 31, 1999. Cremation has taken place.
Daniel Keith Wegner
ROUNDUP - Daniel Keith Wegner died Friday, Aug. 27, 1999, at his home in Roundup, Mont., from heart and kidney complications of long time illness. Daniel was born on Nov. 21, 1959, in Billings. He was the only son of Richard and Donna Wegner.
Dan graduated from high school in Helena in 1978. His fondest memories and accomplishments in high school were of and in music. He was talented with most of the brass instruments. He regretted that he could not further his education and experience in the music field. Dan loved most sports, his favorites being football (Redskins), baseball (Reds) and NASCAR auto racing. Dan adored animals, particularly cats and bunnies.
Dan married
Mary Ann (Evans) Saunders on Sept. 11, 1993, in Billings. They resided in Billings until 1994 when they moved back to Mary Ann's hometown of Roundup.
Dan suffered many medical problems his entire life. In spite of this, he was determined to do whatever he was able to help maintain and be supportive of his family. Dan strongly believed in and supported he and his wife's desire to see an end to "homeless" pets. He helped establish the Last Chance Cat Sanctuary, Inc. and devoted countless hours in assisting Mary Ann in the care of and finding homes for many wonderful pets. Dan was the most loyal, faithful, loving and caring man you would ever hope to know. He was dedicated to his wife and family.
Dan was preceded in death by his grandparents, Albert and Gladys Clanton; and his grandmother, Emma Wegner.
Dan is survived by his wife, Mary Ann of Roundup; his parents, Richard and Donna Wegner of Laurel; his grandfather, Fred Wegner of Billings; his uncles, Alan Wegner (Lynn) and Ken Wegner (Karen), both of Billings; an aunt, Ethel Hughes (Claire) of Billings; an aunt, Linda Wegner; and numerous other aunts, uncles, and cousins; a very dear and best friend, John Hicks of Helena; and many other friends and relatives of an extended family; and last but not least, his family of "kitties."
Dan, your work here is over, your struggles and pain are no more. We rejoice in your life and the time you shared with us. I miss you Dan, now most certainly, but I will miss you also every time I watch a football or baseball game, every time I hear "big band" sounds and old "rock-n-roll, " and every time I pet the "kids." Be well and at peace, dear man, until we meet again. I love you!
A graveside memorial service is planned for Tuesday, Aug. 31, 1999, at 2 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Gardens, 1721 Central Ave., Billings, Mont. A luncheon will follow the graveside service at Smith's Hospitality Room, 304 34th St. W.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to a homeless pet or animal rescue organization, or charity of choice.
Benton B. Braaten
Benton B. Braaten, 79, passed away at St. Vincent Hospital on Aug. 26, 1999. He was born on May 8, 1920, in Halliday, N.D., to Ole and Laura Braaten.
Benton served in the U. S. Army from Aug. 28, 1943 to Jan. 30, 1946.
On Feb. 10, 1946, he married
Agnes Aalgaard in Big Timber. After he worked several years for Braaten Trucking and Ullman Lumber Co., the couple moved to Billings where he worked for the Billings Water Dept. until retiring in 1982.
He was preceded in death by an infant son, his parents and a sister, Mrs. Joyce Newman.
Benton is survived by his wife, Agnes; two sons, Butch (Debbie) and Greg (Carol); and daughter, Gayle (Marvin) Eastman; eight grandchildren and one great-grandson.
Memorial services will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Aug. 30, at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church.
Dixie E. Ertman
FORSYTH - Dixie E. Ertman, 83, died Wednesday, Aug. 25, 1999, at the Rosebud Health Care Center after a heart attack.
Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 30, at Beals Mortuary Chapel. Cremation has taken place.
Laurel William Gstohl
LIVINGSTON - Laurel William Gstohl, 72, died Friday, Aug. 27, 1999, at Livingston Memorial Hospital.
Vigil services will be at 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 30, at Franzen-Davis Funeral Home. Mass of Christian burial will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 31, at St. Mary's Catholic Church with cremation to follow. Interment of the remains will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1 at Calvary cemetery.
Carolyn C. Johnson
The Heavens smiled and perhaps even laughed in joy as Carolyn C. Johnson was welcomed home. After a courageous year-and-a-half battle, cancer robbed us of Carolyn but not of her indomitable spirit. She of the wonderful stories, love of mankind, undying faith, contagious sense of humor, unquenchable probing for answers, marvelous wonder and joy in the smallest mountain wildflower to the soaring eagle, will live in our hearts forever. She blessed us with her grace and dignity in life and even more as she moved to her heavenly home. Her presence will be so terribly missed but what joy she gave us all.
Carolyn was born Jan. 12, 1942, in Michigan to Theresa and George Varga and passed away Aug. 27, 1999, at St. Vincent Hospital. She loved life and lived it to the fullest. Each moment, each person to cross her path, was a gift from God.
The love of her life, David, was her rock and best buddy. Carolyn and David moved to Montana in March of 1973. Carolyn is survived by David, her mother and husband, two sisters, a brother, a large extended family, and many other relatives. She was preceded in death by her father. Her friends are endless because she was a friend to everyone she met. If you weren't a friend of Carolyn's it was only because she hadn't met you.
Dear Carolyn, may your flight be as exhilarating as an eagle, may you find that special arrowhead, may you continue to walk with God as you wait for those who love you so much. Peace and wholeness, dear friend, are now yours.
Please join us in a celebration of Carolyn's life on Monday, Aug. 30, at 11 a.m. at Smith Funeral Chapel West, 304 34th St. W., Billings, with interment at Mountview cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Billings Animal Shelter, 302 Edward, Billings, MT 59101, would be appreciated.
Louis S. 'Lou' Keller
LIVINGSTON - Louis S. "Lou" Keller, 84, died Friday, Aug. 27, 1999, at Livingston Memorial Hospital.
Vigil will be at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 30, at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 31, at the church with cremation to follow.
Franzen-Davis Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge.
Otis L. Ueland
BIG TIMBER - Otis L. Ueland, 96, died Friday, Aug. 27, 1999, at Pioneer Medical Center.
Cremation has taken place and per Otis' wishes, no services are planned. Lowry Funeral Home is in charge.
Grace Woosley
Surrounded by her loving family, Grace Woosley went to her heavenly home Friday afternoon, Aug. 27, at Deaconess Medical Center, where she died of natural causes.
She was born July 3, 1908, in Livingston, Mont., to Charles and Clara Barr. Grace attended high school in Livingston and accepted Jesus as her Savior while a teenager.
Grace married
Lester Woosley Aug. 31, 1929, in Bozeman, where they lived throughout their married
life. Grace worked for several businesses in Bozeman, including Hillcrest and MSU-Bozeman.
Following her husband's death, she moved to Billings where she lived with her son, Ken and his family. She later moved to St. John's Lutheran Home where she was a resident at the time of her death. She was a member of Billings Bible Church.
Grace is survived by her son, Ken and his wife, LaVern of Billings; daughter-in-law, Roxy Woosley of Woodburn, Ore.; sister, Doris Taylor of Billings; seven grandchildren: Michelle Odermott, Craig Wright, Kirk Woosley, Walter Wright, Christie Bortel, Jeremy Robinson and Rick Woosley; four great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Lester; son, Wayne; mother, Clara; father, Charles; step-father, Joe Glenn; sisters, Mae Carter, Marie Evans and Gladys Barr; brothers, Morris, Wendell and Wallace Glenn.
A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 30, 1999, at Sunset Hills cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Missions Memorial Fund at Billings Bible Church, 802 N. 27th St. in Billings, or the charity of one's choice.
Arrangements by Cremation or Funeral Gallery.
Benton B. Braaten
Benton B. Braaten, 79, died Thursday, Aug. 26, 1999, at St. Vincent Hospital.
Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 30, at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Affordable Alternative Cremation & Burial Services is in charge.
