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Ruth McCaughey, 101, passed away at North Valley Hospital in Whitefish on July 20, 2021. Ruth is survived by her daughters Kathleen Wright and Sharon Nyhus. No services are scheduled. Austin Funeral & Cremation Services in Whitefish is caring for the family.

Jerome K Bechtle passed away peacefully at home in Whitefish, MT surrounded by his family. He was born on Jan. 16, 1942, in Hays, Kansas to Karl and Elaine Bechtle. He lived in Marion, Ohio for most of his childhood before attending Ohio Wesleyan where he enrolled in ROTC and later served in the US Air Force. Upon returning to Ohio, he worked alongside his father at the family business before attending The Methodist Theological School of Ohio and began a life of ministry to others. He...

Joyce was born in Spokane on Aug. 15, 1929, to William and Ester Brendel. Joyce grew up and attended school in Whitefish. She graduated high school in 1947. She worked for the Flathead County Tax office and also the Whitefish Phone Co. Joyce enjoyed being part of the community and groups such as the Red Hats, the Moose, VFW and Women of the Catholic Church. Joyce is survived by her sons, Paul (Jane) Gallo and Roger Gallo. She also has one niece and five nephews. Joyce’s favorite memory...

Hailey Marie Denison passed away on June 12, 2021. She is survived by her parents Lukas and Miranda Dension. Austin Funeral & Cremation Services is caring for the family.

Teyve Fae Mulkey, passed away on June 12, 2021. She is survived by her parents Adam and Lila Mulkey. Austin Funeral & Cremation Services are caring for the family.

Robert Glynn Feenan Longtime Flathead Valley resident, Robert Glynn Feenan “Bob”, passed away peacefully at home Friday, May 28, 2021. He was 97 years old.  Bob was born November 4, 1923, in Columbia Falls, Montana on the family farm.  The Feenan farm was homesteaded in 1897.  Bob’s father, Frank, was born in Fletcher, Ontario, Canada and Nora, his mother, in Ballinrobe, County Mayo, Ireland.  They met in Anaconda, Montana, where they were married and started their family – 2...

Brian Joseph Lumpkin, 62 resided in Whitefish, Montana returned to his heavenly home on May 23 after a valiant battle with a long illness. His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace. The grace, dignity and humor which Brian fought his final battle was amazing. He was an inspiration to all that were fortunate enough to know him. Brian was born July 18, 1958 to Katie Lumpkin and the late Frank (Pops) Lumpkin in...

Codi-Anne Hamilton entered the world and her parents’ loving embrace on September 21, 1999, in Corvallis, OR. In the early morning hours of Saturday, May 22, 2021, she unexpectedly passed away with her mother, and partner by her side. Growing up as a Navy “brat,” one of her favorite activities as a child was to patiently sit and watch for her dad’s ship to return home. Like her father, she was always ready to embark on an adventure, especially if it meant a trip to the water. Singing...

Marie Kay Friede, age 67, passed away on the morning of May 20, 2021 at the Bee Hive care center in Columbia Falls. Marie was born on March 5, 1954 to Mary Matovick in Bismark, North Dakota. Her family at the time lived in Steel, ND. Marie was later adopted by Kenny Nieskens. She moved around as a child and attended many different schools in Eastern Montana and the western part of North Dakota. She graduated from the high school in Glasgow, MT in 1973. She soon married John Friede, and...