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Eileen Mae Charpentier
Our mother and grandmother, Eileen Mae Charpentier, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2001. She was born to Elmer and Jewel (Johnston) Topp, May 18, 1938, in Billings. Eileen received her education, graduating from high school in Belgrade.
On Feb. 3, 1957, she married
Terry Robert Lutman in Belgrade. They moved to Oregon, where they made their home. Terry preceded her in death in 1976.
While living in Oregon, she was a member of the Order of Eastern Star in Creswell, Ore.
In 1995, Eileen moved to Helena, she worked for Westmont.
She was a member of the East Helena United Methodist Church, and in her personal time enjoyed sewing, fishing and camping.
In addition to her husband, Eileen was preceded in death by her son Ricky Lutman and both her parents.
She is survived by her sons, Tom Lutman of Slidell, La., Kevin Lutman of East Helena, and Aaron Charpentier of Creswell; daughter, Julie Endner of Helena; six grandchildren: Jonathan, Amy, Brian, Michael, Stephen and Ashley; and her brother, David Topp.
A memorial service in celebration of her life is scheduled for 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, at the East Helena United Methodist Church with Pastor Jim Heikes presiding. Burial will be Saturday, Oct. 20, in Eugene, Ore. Memorials in Eileen?s name are suggested to the East Helena United Methodist Church or to the local chapter American Red Cross. Retz Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.
Marguerite Louise Roope
Marguerite Louise (Bucy) Roope, age 82, of Helena died Feb. 11, 2002. The daughter of Arthur and Ida Bucy, she was born Feb. 25, 1919, in Beatrice, Neb. She was one of seven children born of this marriage. The family moved to Canton Valley near Townsend in l934.
She married
William Roope in Townsend in l938. She worked at the Mint Cafe' in Townsend, before moving to Helena in the early 1950s. She worked at the Colonial Club for years and then for the Highway Patrol office until she retired.
She was a member of the Cory Dullum Post #10010 Auxiliary.
Survivors include a son Dennis (Betty) Roope of Helena; a daughter Cheryl (Tim) Heinle of Helena; nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; an infant sister; brothers Leo and LeRoy Bucy; and sisters Mildred Nebold, Berniece Mason and Reba Clevenger.
At her request, no type of funeral services are to be held. Memorials may be given to the Cory Dullum Post #10010 VFW, Auxiliary, P.O. Box 97, East Helena, MT 59635. Arrangement have been entrusted to Hagler-Anderson Mortuary.
Charles K. Wiseman
Charles "Chuck" K. Wiseman passed away on Feb. 8, 2002, due to an extended illness. He was the sixth of seven children born to Curley and Doris Wiseman on Jan. 25, 1953, in Helena.
Chuck was preceded in death by his baby sister, Debra, brother, Gary, and father, Curley Wiseman. He is survived by his mother, Doris Wiseman; sister, Nancy (John) Nickovich of East Helena; brothers, Larry of Laurel, Clyde of Helena, Jim (Darlene) of East Helena, and Mick (Michelle) Wiseman, also of East Helena and three children.
Chuck was the loving father of three children, Leah Martin, 29, Tucker, 17, and Tyser, 14 Wiseman. He was also the proud grandpa of two, Shelby and Brady Martin. Chuck was married
to Sherri (Spurlock) Wiseman for 19 years and made East Helena his home.
Those who knew Chuck, knew him to enjoy taking long drives in the mountains and spending endless hours in his boat on Hauser Lake during the summer months. Chuck also loved camping, fishing, hunting, playing softball, snow mobiling, and watching stock car racing and billiards.
A friend of Chuck's, Curt Synness, writes, "Chuck got hooked on shooting pool in about 1972. He spent the next several years in the pool rooms, practicing and studying the game, and developed into one of the top shooters in Helena. He became proficient at eight-ball, nine-ball and 14.1 straight pool, and was good on both the large regulation tables and the smaller bar tables. For 16 years, Chuck was involved in the local pool leagues, helping his teams win three city championships, seven runner-up placings and five third place finishes. He participated in four Valley League International eight-ball tournaments in Las Vegas. A fiery competitor, Chuck's teammates were inspired by his enthusiasm and trusted his pressure play in the clutch."
Chuck knew everyone and had many, many friends. He had a great memory and sense of humor. He loved to make people laugh and was known for telling great stories of his adventurous past. Chuck will be missed by many people.
His family and friends invite you to share your sorrow and memories at his memorial service on Thursday, Feb. 14, at 11 a.m. at Retz Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Forestvale cemetery. His reception will follow at the Firemen's Hall in East Helena.
Honorary pallbearers are Tucker Wiseman, Tyser Wiseman, Trevor Wiseman, Jim Guidioni, Don Dudley, Kevin Hulst, Ken Nettleton, Dave Qwigley, Ken Smith, and Roger Arneson.
George E. Flanagan
George Flanagan passed away on Feb. 10, 2002, at St. Peter's Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born March 11, 1917, in Towner, N.D., the son of Maude and Joe Flanagan. He attended grade school in Towner through the 8th grade. In 1931, he moved with his family to Minneapolis where he graduated from Marshall High School in 1935 and from the University of Minnesota in 1939, earning a bachelor of business administration.
After graduation, he was employed as manager of a hardware store for his aunt in Pembina, N.D., until the fall of 1940 when he returned to the University of Minnesota Civil Service Office as a personnel assistant. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps in May 1942. He graduated from a four-month radio operator-mechanic's course at Scott Field in October 1942, and was assigned as a radio operator-gunner on a B-17 crew with the 100th Bomb Group. Flanagan flew a tour of 25 combat missions over Western Europe in the summer of 1943, earning the Air Medal with three oak leaf clusters and the Distinguished Flying Cross. He was then assigned as non-commissioned officer in charge of the base radio school in Rapid City, S.D., training B-17 crews until the end of World War II.
He married
Margaret E. Chester in Rapid City on May 19, 1945. In January 1947, they bought the Coast to Coast Store in Helena, which they operated until July 1, 1967. He was employed by the Disability Determination Unit of the State of Montana from October 1967 until his retirement in 1982 as operations supervisor for western Montana.
He was a member of St. Mary's Parish in Helena, a past member of St. Helena Cathedral Parish, the Chamber of Commerce and past president of the Retail Merchant's Exchange, a member of the Knights of Columbus, Sierra Club, Friendship Force, and Bill Roberts Golf Club.
His first wife, Margaret, passed away May 19, 1994. He was also preceded in death by an infant son, James. On Dec. 30, 1995, he married
a long time family friend, Betty Harrington.
He is survived by four daughters: Eileen Morgan, Mary Ellen Flanagan, Margaret Ann (Margiann) Flanagan and Virginia (Ginny) Flanagan and her husband, Reid Morris. His three grandsons are Andre Dzwonkowski, and Colin and Brendan Flanagan-Morgan. He also is survived by five stepchildren and their spouses Jeannie Downs (Tom), Patty Screnar (Jim), J. Cort Harrington (Fong Hom), Kim Kelley (Kevin), Joe Harrington (Margaret) and their children: Michael and Kevin Downs; David, Brian, and Rachel Screnar; Meaghan, J.C., John, Kim, and Craig Harrington; Patrick, Marcus, Dan, Matthew, and Mary Claire Kelley; and Oona, Dolan, and Liam Harrington. He is also survived by one sister, Mrs. Betty Steinbach of Irving, Texas and eight nieces and nephews. His parents, James Joseph and Maude Gillis Flanagan, brothers Robert and Lawrence Flanagan and sisters Eileen and Katherine Flanagan and Margaret Page all preceded him in death.
Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 14, at Retz Funeral Home. Christian vigil service will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 14 at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 15, at St. Mary's Catholic Church with interment to follow at Resurrection cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Parish, Pulmonary Rehabilitation Facility of St. Peter's Hospital, Hospice of St. Peter's Hospital or donor's choice.
Ruby Mae Sprinkle
Bozeman - Ruby Mae Sprinkle, 84, of Bozeman, passed away Feb. 10, 2002. She was born June 24, 1917, in Logan, Iowa, to Robert Walter and Kathryn Marie (Knudson) Keene.
Ruby was raised in Logan and graduated from high school there in 1935. She and Francis Sprinkle were married
in Logan on Aug. 26, 1938, (Francis' birthday). The couple lived in Logan until 1940 when they moved to Billings, while Francis attended the Billings Polytechnic Institute. After Billings, Francis' teaching career in Montana moved them to Culbertson, Hardin, and then to Helena for 12 years.
While in Helena, their daughter, Lynne, was born in 1946, and their son, Randall, in 1950. In 1953, Francis and Ruby took in foster son Ronald Beaver. From 1956 to 1960, they were back in Billings at Rocky Mountain College where Francis was the dean of men and the head of the Industrial Arts Department. In 1960, they moved to Bozeman where Francis became the Industrial Arts Department head at Montana State College and Ruby began her career at J.C. Penney as the drapery and fabric department manager. Fran and Ruby retired together in 1980.
Ruby was a very active member of Grand Avenue Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, where she spent many hours over a period of 50 years. Ruby was an accomplished seamstress and cook, famous for her cinnamon rolls. Above all, she loved her family. She derived her most precious memories from such things as the time spent traveling the world with her husband, making candy at Christmas time with her children, building tents in the backyard with her grandchildren, and reading to her great-grandson.
Ruby is survived by her husband of 63 years, Francis Sprinkle of Bozeman; children, Lynne (Robert) Van Sice of Seattle, Wash., and Randy (Donna) Sprinkle of Woodstock, Ga.; former daughter-in-law D'Arla King of Bozeman; foster son, Ronald Beaver; grandchildren, Heather Van Sice, Jason Van Sice, Robyn (Travis) Miller, Kelly Sprinkle, and Ryann Sprinkle; great-grandson, Collin Miller; foster grandchildren, Jeff Beaver, Laura (Chris) Boyce; and foster great-grandchildren Jace Beaver, Justin Boyce and Stephen Boyce. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Oscar and Alfred, sister Marie and daughter-in-law Ruth Beaver.
A memorial service will be held today, Wednesday, Feb. 13, at 2 p.m. at Grand Avenue Christian Church in Bozeman. Memorials may be made in Ruby's name to Grand Avenue Christian Church. Dahl Funeral and Cremation Service is in care of the arrangements.
Cynthia Diane Mehus
Cynthia Diane Mehus, 47, passed away at St. Peter's Hospital Feb. 11, 2002, after a courageous battle with cancer. Cindy was born Sept. 19, 1954, in Helena to Hilmore and Adeline Mehus.
Cindy graduated from Helena High School in 1974. After graduation, Cindy was employed at Helena Industries and was a dedicated employee for 25 years. She loved her job and the friendship she found there.
Cindy was well known for her sense of humor and quick laugh. She was happiest when around family and friends. She also enjoyed traveling, her birds and puzzles.
She is survived by her brother Dan; sister-in-law Stephanie; nephew Micah Mehus; nieces Lori Montibeller and Meghan Pallister. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Joy.
Memorial services are pending. Retz Funeral Home in caring for arrangements.
Robert I. 'Bob' Richard
Robert I. 'Bob' Richard Sr., 76, of Avon, died Tuesday, July 16, 2002, at Benefis East Hospital in Great Falls.
He was born July 29, 1925, in Edison, Neb., to Alfred and Fannie (Manley) Richard. He was married
to Evelyn Paxton Easter Sunday, April 1, 1945, in Yale, Mich.
After returning from the Army, where he served in the last unit of the horse cavalry, Bob completed his high school education in Yale. He moved west a little at a time working in Traverse City, Mich., Cornell, Wis., Clarkfield and Moorhead, Minn., Bozeman, and retiring to Avon in 1982.
He was a member and ordained minister of Community of Christ Church, a member of the Avon Quick Responders and Volunteer Fire Dept., taught first aid and CPR for the American Red Cross in Helena, and was a Montana livestock brand inspector.
He loved the outdoors and the mountains, particularly anything having to do with horses. He also enjoyed being a handyman to his community, and friend to everyone.
He is survived by his wife Evelyn, Avon; a son Robert ?Mike? (Joyce) Fargo, N.D.; five sisters, Mary Shackleton, Beaver Creek, Ohio, Marie Gerhard, Gerhing, Neb., Wilma (George) Ciocan, Tarpon Springs, Fla., Wilda Mendez, Divine, Texas, and Dorothy (Frank) McKinley, Cheyenne, Wyo.; and many nieces and nephews. He had a special relationship with the Beck family from Avon, John, Lois, Nick, Casey, Bobbi Jo, and Sonny. He is also survived by his favorite horse ?Red.?
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 20, in the Chapel at the Echo Valley Campground (Community of Christ) at Avon. The Family suggests memorials to Echo Valley Campground at Avon, or the Avon Quick Responders.
Capt. Thomas S. Willett
A memorial service for Capt. Thomas S. Willett will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 21, at the Cromwell Dixon Campground located approximately 15 miles west of Helena at MacDonald Pass off Highway 12. All relatives and friends are invited.
Capt. Thomas S. Willett died June 18, 2002.
Barbara Duffy
Barbara Duffy, age 68, of Montana City, passed away at her home Wednesday night, July 17, 2002, after a long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer.
Barbara was born in Helena on Nov. 24, 1933, to George 'Bud' and Jean Mergenthaler. She lived with her family on the Mergenthaler homestead on McClellan Creek Road, before moving to Helena, where she attended Helena public schools. While attending high school, Barbara worked at the Marlow Theater and the Department of Public Instruction. After graduating from Helena High School in 1951, Barbara lived and worked in Spokane for a brief time before returning to Helena, where she held jobs with the Montana National Guard and the Montana State Division of Weights and Measures.
On Aug. 28, 1954, Barbara married
the love of her life, Jim Duffy. Together, they had five children ? two daughters and three sons. Barbara continued to work while raising her children because she wanted to ensure they all received a strong education. She worked for the Sunset Drive-in Theater, the Department of Public Instruction as an executive assistant to the Superintendent and later as the assistant commissioner for the Department of Labor and Industry. She retired in 1986 after 35 years of service with the state of Montana. In 1988, Barbara ran for lieutenant governor, spending many rewarding hours meeting and talking with the citizens of Montana.
Barbara enjoyed life tremendously, and lived life to the fullest. She loved to golf, she bowled and played baseball with her grandchildren and she never missed their school and sporting events. She was a gracious hostess for the many National Guard social activities for which she and her husband entertained.
Barbara was an avid bowler and was active in the Knights of Columbus League and also bowled for Barnes Jewelry in the women's league. She won second place in the state championship in her age division in 2000.
She and Jim traveled to many different corners of the world with the National Guard. They also traveled on their own, and in 1998, they fulfilled the dream of their lives when they were able to visit Ireland. Barbara truly enjoyed being able to spend time with her family, and often traveled to Denver, Cincinnati, Memphis and Spokane to visit them and participate in their activities. She was the thread that kept her family close; she constantly planned family activities even long after her children had moved out of state.
She was proud to be a Catholic, and was overjoyed to receive her first communion when her youngest son Dan, received his. She was an Eucharistic Minister for St. Mary's Catholic Church and a very involved participant in it's RENEW program in 1985-86.
Barbara was known for her warmth, compassion and generosity, her kindness and concern for others. She taught her family to love each other and to respect everyone. She was admired by all and has been an inspiration to many. She was always strong and dignified, even as she approached her meeting with the Lord.
She was preceded in death by her parents and by her dear son-in-law, Dan Stewart. She is survived by her husband and soul-mate, MG General Jim Duffy (Ret); her daughter, Jeanne and husband Dale Schillinger, and sons Ryne and Eric of Spokane; her daughter, Joan Stewart and her children Jennifer, Joel and Tim of East Helena; her son Bill and his partner Dan Benz of Cincinnati; her son Jeff of Helena, and her son Dan of Memphis. In addition, she is survived by two sisters, Lois Burk and Stella Dalin and a brother, Buddy Mergenthaler, all of Helena; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
A vigil will be held Monday, July 22, at 7 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Helena. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church on Tuesday, July 24, at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be at the Veteran's cemetery at Fort Harrison. A reception will follow at the National Guard Service Club at Fort Harrison.
Memorial donations may be made to the Cancer Treatment Center at St. Peter's Hospital, 2475 Broadway, Helena, MT 59601 or to Hospice, 2475 Broadway, Helena, MT 59601.
Hagler-Anderson Mortuary has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Michael Angus McNulty
Michael Angus McNulty was born in Helena, Sept. 29, 1983. He passed away Saturday, July 13, 2002 at Detroit Lake, Ore.
He spent the first 15 years of his life growing up in Townsend, where his parents owned the community pharmacy. There, he was an active member of the community; starting at an early age with T-ball, mowing lawns and shoveling walks. His love for sports led him on to little league, junior high basketball and football, high school football, cross-country, track and American Legion baseball. Michael dedicated himself to being the best at everything he did. At 13, he was proud to be hired as a snowboard instructor for Showdown Ski Area.
He was active in 4-H, the Catholic Church and had numerous jobs, the first being in the mailroom of the Townsend Star. His hobbies included running, swimming, golfing, fishing, wakeboarding, snowboarding, weight lifting, and working on his car (the Mazi) and spending time with his friends.
He and his family moved to Roseburg, Ore., in December 1999, where he finished his sophomore year at Roseburg High School. The family moved to Stayton, Ore., in the summer of 2000 and Mike finished school at Regis High School, graduating early to pursue his interest in understanding people. He was currently attending Chemeketa Community College and had been accepted to Oregon State University to study psychology this fall.
He is survived by his parents, John and Kathy McNulty of Stayton; brother Thomas McNulty of the U.S. Navy, Gaeta, Italy; sister Michelle McNulty of Missoula; maternal grandparents Eugene and Irene Kuntz of Billings; paternal grandmother Judith McNulty of Buffalo; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather Thomas McNulty.
Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:30 a.m., Monday, July 22, at Holy Cross Catholic Church with graveside committal following at Holy Cross Catholic cemetery. A memorial is being established in support of youth baseball programs.
Quoting many of his friends, "If you needed him, Mike was always there for you. He wanted everyone to be happy and do their best." We will miss his contagious smile and zest for life.
