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Sherry Lea (Lanegan) Hulett
Sherry Lea (Lanegan) Hulett, age 69, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2009 at her residence in Bigfork, Montana.
She was born on January 9, 1940 in Kalispell, to Albert and Mable Lanegan. She was a lifetime resident of Kalispell and the Swan Valley areas.
She married Thomas Jefferson Hulett on February 14, 1956.
She is survived by her husband; Thomas J. Hulett of Bigfork, MT, four sons; T.J. Hulett of Bigfork, MT, Tim Hulett and wife Patsy of Kalispell, MT, Tony Hulett and wife Wanemah of Swan Valley, MT, and Tiger Hulett and wife Debbie of Swan Valley, MT; nine grandchildren, Tyrel, Cody, Chance, Sami Jo, Chase, Marrianne, Shane, Kelsie and Kasey; one sister, Dixie Woodard of Missoula, and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial services are pending at this time.
Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for Sherry’s family. You are invited to go to www.jgfuneralhome.com to offer condolences and sign Sherry’s guest book
Lois J. (Westdal) Ukrainetz
Lois J. (Westdal) Ukrainetz, 82, of Great Falls, a former bookkeeper, died of natural causes Thursday, April 30, 2009, at a local nursing home. Her Funeral service was held on Monday, May 4,
Lois was born in Ray, North Dakota, the middle child of Alvin T. and Leone E. Westdal. In 1934, the family moved to Great Falls and her parents found and bought a home from Nancy Russell at 1216 5th Ave. N.
Lois attended local schools, excelling in music and writing, graduating from Great Falls High School in 1944. In 1946, while on a blind date, she met a young, spunky hockey player named "Uke" (William) Ukrainetz. They dated, fell in love and were married in 1947.
In 1949, a son, Ron, was born. Two years later, Lois' father and Uke opened 'Uke's Sports', Lois' role at the new store was as a part-time bookkeeper until the birth of their second child, Kaye, in August of 1951. Lois became a full-time mom at that point.
In 1957, a daughter, Susie, arrived, followed in 1964 by another son, Terry. In 1965, Lois and Uke bought their first new house in Riverview with rooms for all the children.
During this time, Lois continued her love of music and occasional writing, but mostly dedicated her time to raising four children in a loving and devoted home.
In the years that followed, she became more active in church activities at St. John's Lutheran Church, her bridge club, knitting, sewing, and attending functions at the Country Club. Beyond all, Lois loved attending all her children's activities and numerous concerts and plays. One of her life's highlights occurred in the early '70's when she and "Ukie" were able to take a two week trip to Japan.
In 1977, while attending a party with friends on Lindbergh Lake, a new chapter began with the purchasing of Lindbergh Lake Lodge. For the next 25 years, 'the Lodge' became the love of her life for all the joy it brought to her family. These countless memories will live on forever.
Lois' humility, devotion to family, and love of life set the example for her children. Her published poetry and her love of history will live on, too. Through her efforts alone, the Lindbergh Lake Lodge is now listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. Her poetry appears on the internet and in publication. And her legacy lives on through the eyes and heart of her loving and devoted husband, Uke, and activities and devotion of her four children, nine grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 62 years, Uke (William), her 4 children, Ron (Echo) Ukrainetz, Kaye (Dave) Muzzana, Sue (Kerry) Johnson, and Terry (Amanda) Ukrainetz; her 9 grandchildren, Jaime (Justin) Johnson Bailey, Travis (Devon) Stevenson, Courtney Johnson, Drew Johnson, Will Ukrainetz, Ryan Ukrainetz, Casey Ukrainetz, John Romenesko, and Dave Romenesko; her six great-grandchildren, McKayl Ukrainetz Bailey, Taetumn Bailey, Cruz Bailey, Emily Stevenson, Ashlynn Stevenson, Logan Stevenson; a sister, Vivian Milch; an aunt "Muggins" Casey, a sister-in-law Kay Larsen (Lethbridge, Canada) and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Leone Westdal, and a brother, Charles Westdal.
Memorials are suggested to McLaughlin Research Institute Alzheimer’s Research, 1520 23rd St. S., Great Falls, MT 59405 or C.M. Russell Museum, 400 13th St. N., Great Falls, MT 59401.
Condolences for the family may be left at www.schniderfuneralhome.com.
Marleen Austin Hamilton
Marleen Austin Hamilton, 74, of Missoula, passed away on May 4, 2009 at St. Patrick Hospital from complications of COPD.
Marleen was born on November 23, 1934 in Deer Lodge to Ruby Kimmerly and Edward Lee Austin She attended school in Deer Lodge. She married Martin “Spike” Hamilton in 1949, they were blessed with four children, and they later divorced. Marleen married Martin “Dale” Hamilton in 1960 and they were blessed with four children; they divorced in 1996.
Marleen was a volunteer at Loving Hearts Thrift Shop in Seeley Lake, the senior companion program, and reading to children at the library. Our mom was a gifted artist, writer, cook, and baker. She illustrated two books written by Elinor Williamson, “Unusual Friends” and “Miracle in the Mountains of Montana”. She also wrote and illustrated several children’s books of her own.
She was famous for her homemade pies and had an article written about her in the Missoulian by a reporter who stopped by Barneys Café in Seeley Lake and enjoyed a slice. She worked in restaurants in Seeley Lake, Smelterville and Kellogg, Idaho.
She was a loving mother to her eight children and always wished for them to be happy. She is home with the Lord and free from pain. We will miss her but take comfort in knowing we will all be together again.
Marleen was preceded in death by her sisters; Elsie Bauman, Valerie Weber, and Betty Hewitt and her parents. She is survived by her children; Mike (Shay) of Missoula, Patrick (Susan) of Townsend, Daniel (Pam) of Salmon Prairie, Cathy (Frank Watson) of Seeley Lake, Penny (John McDonald) of Missoula, Polly (Rick Carlisle) of Seeley Lake, Kelly Hamilton of Deer Lodge, and Jim Hamilton of Utah. She is further survived by 34 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 16th at 1 pm at Mission Bible Fellowship in Seeley Lake with Pastor Ken Wutzke. Cremation has already taken place. The family suggests memorials to American Lung Association. Sunset Memorial Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
“Pat” Norman Bennett
“Pat” Norman Bennett, beloved son, brother, husband, father and uncle, died Tuesday, April 28, 2009, at his home in Ovando at the age of 75.
Born in Hettinger, N.D., on Jan. 14, 1934, Pat fought a heroic battle with inoperable brain cancer, often remarking that he was glad it was he who “has cancer instead of someone younger.” He was preceded in death by his father Palmer Ode, mother Alys Ingeborg Underland and stepson Dee Schroeder.
Pat is survived by his wife Diane (whom he married in August 1995); sister Dolores “Dixie” Harris of Anaconda; brother Dean Bennett (and wife Angela) of Ovando; stepfather Denzel “Dan” Bennett of Anaconda; Diane’s mother, Diane Rice of Philipsburg; and his divorced wife, Ruth Anderson (whom he married in 1961) of Anaconda. Pat and Ruth’s children include Vicky (Shawn) Weaver of Mountain Green, Utah, Gayle (Tyler) Martin of Bountiful, Utah, and Mark (Terry) Bennett of Kalispell. His stepchildren are Dareen (Jim) Byler of Manhattan, Daralee (David) King of Belgrade, Doris (Mark) Metesh of Philipsburg and Danielle (Dale) Larsen of Stayton, Ore.
After high school Pat joined the Army in 1954 and served until his honorable discharge in 1957. (While stationed in France he played tight end on his division football team.) He logged for a number of years before becoming an ironworker, working as a union member until his retirement. His athletic ability made him especially good at high--rise steel construction, and he worked on many major projects throughout the Northwest. He was a hard worker and an excellent welder.
After retiring he partnered with his brother Dean on their ranch near Ovando, a place whose beauty and wildlife he loved. Known for his generosity and kindness, Pat would readily help others before himself and often spoke of the sadness he felt that so many people seem to need someone to hate.
A memorial service, to be conducted by Pat’s nephew Brett Harris, will be held May 16 at 2 pm at the Ovando School gymnasium. A reception will follow. The burial service for family members and close friends will be held May 17 at 2 pm at the Philipsburg Cemetery.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers memorial offerings be sent to Guardian Angels (Cancer Society) in care of Dr. Judy Schmidt, 2835 Fort Missoula Road, Suite 301, Missoula, MT 5980
Robert L. Cherry
Robert L. Cherry, 85, of Seeley Lake, formerly of Sylvania, Ohio, died peacefully Tuesday, April 28, 2009, in his beautiful mountain home with his beloved wife Donna by his side. He was a tool and die maker for Jeep for 33 years, retiring in 1976. He was also a World War II vet having served overseas.
The son of Burt and Amy (Deay) Cherry, he was born Nov. 6, 1923. He married Dorothy Alice Beard in 1948. The union produced five children before Dorothy passed away in 1976. In 1987, he married Donna Hepler and together they built their dream log cabin home in Seeley Lake, overlooking the Mission Mountains.
He is survived by his wife Donna; children, Carolyn Cherry, Dolores (Scott) Seidler, David (Mary) Cherry and Annette (Doug) Marciniak; stepchildren, Kathleen Hepler (Don) Eckerson, Robert (Cathy) Hepler; grandchildren, Amy (Paul) Chasco, Sarah (Adam) McLeod, David Seidler, Catherine and Theresa Cherry, and Kelsey Marciniak, Jacob and Kimberly Hepler, Laura, Amy and Jim Hepler; step-grandchildren, Kristopher (Loretta) Seidler, Kyle (Mariah) Seidler, Kim (Buzz) Seidler-Cain and step-great-grandchildren, Patience, Liam, Austin, Dylan, Collier, Kaden and Kole. He is also survived by three great-grandchildren, McKayla, Ty and Coeen Chaver. In addition to his first wife, Dorothy, he was preceded in death by his daughter Kathleen McClusky; granddaughter Alexa Marie Marciniak and 10 brothers and sisters. He will be missed.
There will be a celebration of his life held on June 13 in Maumee, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the Seeley Lake Senior Center
John Worth
John Worth, 60, of Seeley Lake, died Friday, June 19, at his home of natural causes.
Ruby Carmen Simmert Nelson
MISSOULA - Ruby Carmen Simmert Nelson of Greenough passed away quietly at the Mountain View Hospice House on Friday, Jan. 16, 1998, at the age of 85.
Ruby was born in Ovando, up the Blackfoot, on Jan. 29, 1912, to Julius and Lazetta Simmert.
At an early age Ruby moved to Missoula, where she attended schools. Ruby returned to the Blackfoot area assisting her brother and sister in running a ranch at Greenough. There she met her husband James Nelson, and was married April 16, 1931.
Ruby and Jim were very active in the community; their home was always open to family and friends, hosting card parties and dances.
Three children blessed their home, Patricia Vannoy, William Nelson and Donna Zimmerman.
Ruby played an important role in the Sunset School, being clerk of the school for over 25 years. Ruby also worked at the Greenough Post Office and sat on the election board in the Greenough area for over 67 years.
Ruby loved nature, her garden patch, family and friends. Her teapot and cookie jar were ready for whoever came through her door. She loved reading, making afghans, and her '67 Ford Mustang.
Ruby was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, three sisters and one brother.
She is survived by two sisters, Irene Johnson and husband Eugene, and Fern Frey, all of Missoula. Her children are Patricia Vannoy and husband Rodney of Greenough, William Nelson and wife Ireane of Greenough, and Donna Zimmerman and husband Lester of Potomac. Grandchildren are Susan and Neil Boeh, Tom and Carol Vannoy, Gail Vannoy, Jim and Lisa Zimmerman, David and Tricia Zimmerman, Mike and Kris Zimmerman, Sherie and Rod Leese, Terri and Calvin Shelley, Tammy and Greg Pocan, and Billie Jo Nelson. There are 18 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter.
Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. l9, at Garden City Funeral Home in Missoula. Services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20, at Garden City with the Rev. Don Johnson officiating. Burial will be at Missoula City Cemetery. A reception will follow at the funeral home.
Pallbearers will be her grandsons James Zimmerman, David Zimmerman, Michael Zimmerman, Rod Leese, Tom Vannoy, Greg Pocan, Calvin Shelley and Neil Boeh.
Memorials may be made to the Mountain View Hospice House, 10450 Mullan Road, Missoula, 59802.
Leonard Otto Theodore Senechal
LOLO - Leonard Otto Theodore Senechal, 80, passed peacefully from this life on Thursday, Jan. 15, 1998, after an extended illness.
He was born to Elsie and Daniel Senechal in Drake, N.D., on April 28, 1917, the fifth of six children. He was baptized, reared and confirmed in the Lutheran Church and had been a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Missoula since 1953. He graduated from Minot High School in North Dakota, where he and his three brothers played on the Minot High football team. In 1940, he graduated with a degree in business administration from the University of North Dakota where he played football for the all-conference champion "Fighting Sioux."
The Navy sent him to the Harvard Graduate School of Business where he graduated in May of 1943. He was decorated for his service to his country during World War II as an officer in the U.S. Navy. Leonard owned Chrysler dealerships in Petaluma, Sonoma and Sebastopol, Calif., in the late 1940s and early 1950s. He moved to Missoula in 1953, because he loved Montana, hunting, fishing and "wanted his children to grow up in a wholesome environment close to a good university."
He owned the Chrysler dealership in Missoula, Garden City Motors, later, 93 Chrysler Plymouth, for approximately two decades, and started the first lease-car business in the state, Montana Lease Cars, during the late 1950s. In the early 1970s, he founded 93 Realtors in Lolo and Missoula, which his daughter took over when he retired in 1982.
He was an avid gardener, a prolific reader and sports enthusiast during his retirement. Never one to let the grass grow under his feet, he started a "mom-and-pop" business called Shippers Services during his "retirement" years. He sold Shippers Services in 1996.
Leonard's beloved family will be forever grateful for the gift of Leonard's character, humor, spirit, drive, loyalty and deep caring ... but most of all, for his great love.
Leonard is survived by his wife Phyllis; his children, Nancy Schulze of Arlington, Va., and Phillip Senechal of Bolivia, N.C.; three stepchildren, Dr. Donovan Reinke of St. Paul, Minn., Gregg Reinke of Corvallis and Julie Gilbert of Coto de Caza, Calif.; two granddaughters, Leslee Kress of Gainesville, Fla., and Christin Senechal of Ronan; one grandson, Ryan Senechal of Missoula; one brother, Ellis Senechal of Rapid City, S.D.; two sisters, Ardis Aanestad of El Cerrito, Calif., and Pearl Ward of Grand Forks, N.D.; along with several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Clem and Alton; his brother-in-law Harold Aanestad; and his son-in-law Jim Waltermire.
Services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church with Pastor David Ophus officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Cemetery following the service.
The family suggests memorials be made in Mr. Senechal's name to Camp-Mak-A-Dream, P.O. Box 7456, Missoula, Mont. 59807, or St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 202 Brooks, Missoula, Mont. 59801.
Arrangements are by the Malletta Family of Funeral Homes, Livingston Chapel, 224 W. Spruce St.
Tennie Yoder
MISSOULA - Tennie Yoder, 97, passed away at St. Patrick's Hospital of natural causes Friday, Jan. 16, 1998.
Tennie was born Oct. 6, 1900, in Knapp, Wis., to Jennie and Jerry Yoder. She graduated from Havre High School, attended Intermountain Union at Helena, Kansas City National Training School for Methodist Deaconesses; North Illinois State Teacher's College; and Northwest School of Education. She obtained her bachelor's in education at the University of Montana in 1944, with honors, and her master's from UM in 1950.
She spent 19 years as a Deaconess doing missionary work in Chicago and several other Midwest and Southern cities. She taught school outside of Havre, 10 years in Chinook, at Jefferson in Missoula, and after retiring in Missoula taught three years in Dixon. In 1965, she was honored as "Woman of the Year" for saving 14 babies with her O-negative blood when this blood was needed in emergencies.
Tennie was a member of Thela fellowship, a 50-year member of Delta Kappa Gamma, and United Methodist Women. She taught Bible study and Sunday school and worked for years at the Senior Citizens Center rummage room.
Tennie will be remembered for her quick wit, her love of animals and religious faith. One of her favorite places was in her garden among her flowers and vegetables, and before her eyesight failed she loved to read. She touched many people's lives who knew her.
Her mother, father, sister and brother preceded her in death. A sister Cora Hiebert and 17 nieces and nephews survive her. Nephew Bill Hiebert and wife Eve and their four sons have lived next door to Tennie for 18 years.
A memorial service will be held at Grace United Methodist Church on Tuesday, Jan. 20, at 4 p.m.
Memorials may be made to the Missoula Humane Society or Grace United Methodist Church.
Arrangements are by Garden City Funeral Home and Crematory.
Wesley F. Byrnes
BUTTE - Wesley Francis Byrnes, a Butte native, passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, in a Butte nursing home.
He was born in Butte on July 22, 1909, to Dennis and Dorothy (O'Reilly) Byrnes. He attended local schools.
Wes was a carpenter for 47 years. He started as an apprentice carpenter for the Anaconda Co., working on the Columbia Gardens water tower. He then worked for various construction companies in Butte. He was the secretary-treasurer for the Carpenters Union for 24 years. He was a 50-year member of the Butte Elks Club, and a member of the United Commercial Travelers. He was an usher at St. Ann's Church for many years. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, fishing at Wise River and carpentry.
He married Evelyn Willette in Butte on April 5, 1931. She passed away Oct. 22, 1995. Survivors include his sons and daughters-in-law, Gene and Patsy Byrnes of Butte and Dennis and Nori Byrne of Butte; daughter and son-in law Evalie and Bill Hankinson of Missoula; brother Jack Byrne of Missoula; sister Dolly Page of Philipsburg; sister and brother-in-law Lois and William Lowney of Seattle; sister-in-law Marcella McCarthy of Mesa, Ariz.; grandchildren Katherine and Jim Woy, Chris and Rad Popovich, Pamela Byrnes, Jamey and Jennifer Byrnes, Sean and Karen Byrnes, Tim Byrnes, Teresa Byrne, Colleen Byrne, Joe Dunn, and Troy and Stacie Dunn; great-grandchildren Ashley Woy, Alyssa Woy, Ryan Popovich, Brittany Popovich, Jamison Byrnes, Andreus Dunn, Hunter Dunn, Ciera Byrne, Kaiden Byrne and Quinn Byrne; and numerous nieces and nephews.
His remains are at Wayren-Richards Funeral Home in Butte, where prayers will be recited at 1:30 p.m., Monday, Jan. 19, proceeding to Holy Spirit Catholic Church where Liturgy of the Resurrection will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Interment will be in Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home beginning at 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 18. Parish vigil services will be 7 p.m. Sunday, followed by Elks Lodge of Sorrow at 8 p.m.
Memorials may be made to the Save the Columbia Gardens Water Tower, c/o World Museum of Mining.
Helen Voss
POLSON - Helen Voss, 93, of Polson passed away from natural causes on Friday, Jan. 16, 1998, at Evergreen Health & Rehab Center in Polson.
She was born on Dec. 5, 1904, in Fayette County, Iowa, to John and Helen Stolle.
She was a graduate of Iowa State Teachers College and later went on to get a degree at the University of Northern Iowa.
Helen taught in grade school in Montana for several years. She taught near Circle, in Sidney, Bozeman and Missoula. She retired from teaching in Missoula.
She married Arthur R. Voss in 1955. They made their home in Missoula, until 1976, when they retired to Polson.
She is survived by her husband Arthur of Polson; one sister, Stella Mork of West Union, Iowa; and several nieces and nephews.
At her request, there will be no local services. A graveside service will be 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23, at God's Acres Cemetery in Clermont, Iowa.
Local arrangements are by Grogan Funeral Home of Polson.
