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Jay J. Eastman

Jay J. Eastman

Mar 11, 2020

Jay J. Eastman 62 of Lewistown died March 11, 2020 at his home of natural causes. A unique, kind, and gentle soul has passed our way.  Perhaps his path crossed yours and brightened it one sunny day.  You may remember seeing him quietly putt'ing down the street on his Honda scooter, no matter the weather or time of year.  Jay...

Julia C. Johnson

Julia C. Johnson

Mar 10, 2020

Julia Catherine Marie Johnson, 37, of Lewistown, MT, died suddenly of natural causes on Tuesday, March 10, 2020. She was born October 16, 1982 in Perth, Western Australia, and is the daughter of Roger and Bridgett (Browne) Johnson. She started her schooling in Perth and then the family returned to Lewistown in 1988 and completed her schooling in Lewistown, graduating...

Brian D. Pearce

Brian D. Pearce

Mar 6, 2020

 

Brian Douglas Pearce, 25 of Lewistown left us on March 6, 2020. Brian was born on November 17, 1994 and spent his entire life in Lewistown. As a young child Brian loved playing in the dirt and spending time outdoors with family fishing, catching frogs, riding four wheelers, horses, and spending every chance he could in the shop. Brian...

Norman W. Coleman

Norman W. Coleman

Feb 8, 2020

Norman W. Coleman, 92, of Lewistown, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather, passed away the evening of February 8, 2020 in Valle Vista Manor after a short battle with lung cancer.

He was born August 26, 1927 in Lewistown, the son of Floyd and Lillian (Miller) Coleman. He received his schooling in Lewistown.

In 1944 he enlisted in the U.S,...

John W. Wright, Jr.

John W. Wright, Jr.

Feb 8, 2020

John W. "BJ" Wright, Jr. 70 was called home by his maker Sunday February 23, 2020 in St. Vincent Healthcare in Billings, MT surrounded by family. BJ was born in Casa Grande, AZ on June 19, 1949 the first born to John William and Alice Darlene (Monday) Wright. He grew up in Arizona, California, and primarily in Texas.

He joined...

D. H. 'Harold' Newlin

D. H. 'Harold' Newlin

Feb 4, 2020

Harold Newlin 94 of Kalispell and formerly of Lewistown died early Tuesday morning, February 4, 2020 at his home in Kalispell of natural causes. A complete obituary will be released when completed, cremation has taken place. The Cloyd Funeral Home is assisting the family. Condolences for the family may be posted online at www.cloydfuneralhome.com.

Patricia R. Hodgkin

Patricia R. Hodgkin

Feb 3, 2020

Patricia R. Hodgkin 83 of Lewistown died Monday afternoon, February 3, 2020 in the Central Montana Health & Rehab Center of natural causes. A complete obituary will be released when completed, cremation has taken place. The Cloyd Funeral Home is assisting the family. Condolences for the family may be posted online at www.cloydfuneralhome.com.

James C. Brook

James C. Brook

Feb 1, 2020

James C. Brook 91 of Lewistown formerly of Judith Gap died Saturday afternoon, February 1, 2020 in Valle Vista Manor of natural causes. He was born June 23, 1928 in Judith Gap the son of John and Lena Brook. He received his schooling in Judith Gap graduating from Judith Gap High School in 1946. He then entered the United States...

Thomas R. Ward

Thomas R. Ward

Jan 29, 2020

Thomas R. Ward 85 of Lewistown died Wednesday morning, January 29th, 2020 in the Central Montana Medical Center following a short illness. A complete obituary will be released when completed, cremation has taken place. The Cloyd Funeral Home is assisting the family. Condolences for the family may be posted online at www.cloydfuneralhome.com.

Austin J. Wilson

Austin J. Wilson

Jan 28, 2020

It is with a deep sadness that Austin James Wilson 22 went to heaven to be our guardian Angel on January 28, 2020 in Spokane, WA. He was born June 23, 1997 in Lewistown the son of Nick and Brenda (Yaeger) Wilson. While attending school in Roy he worked for Shawn & Tammy Grindheim. After his graduation he moved to...

Floyd P. Jenni

Floyd P. Jenni

Jan 27, 2020

       Floyd Jenni, 94, of Lewistown, beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, cousin and brother passed away quietly in his sleep on Jan. 27, 2020, after a long and happy life. Floyd was born Jan. 13, 1926, to Fred and Bell (Kynett) Jenni of Lewistown. He attended the Jenni School through 8th grade and graduated from Fergus High School in 1943. Floyd...

Doyle L. Helm

Doyle L. Helm

Jan 19, 2020

Doyle L. Helm 81 of Lewistown died Sunday morning, January 19, 2020 at his home of natural causes, with his Grandson, Riley Colver, by his side. Doyle was born in Imo, AR on April 1, 1938 the son of Hurley and Eula (Gates) Helm. Work ethic was taught from an early age as he was proudly picking cotton by the...

Robert L. Durbin

Robert L. Durbin

Jan 19, 2020

Robert L. Durbin 93 of Lewistown died Sunday morning, January 19, 2020 in Valle Vista Manor of natural causes. He was born December 17, 1926 in Conception Junction, MO the son of Julius E. and Odelia F. (Walters) Durbin. He received his education in Missouri and then on July 2, 1945 he entered the United States Army. He received his...

Deborah E. Walker

Deborah E. Walker

Jan 11, 2020

Deborah E. Walker 56 of Lewistown died early Saturday morning, January 11, 2020 in Saint Vincent Healthcare in Billings following heart surgery. She was born March 20, 1963 in Great Falls, Montana the daughter of Anthony (Tony) and Julia (Bordwell) Tuss. She received her education in Lewistown graduating from St. Leo's High School. She was united in marriage to Louis...

Robert H. Eckhardt

Robert H. Eckhardt

Jan 8, 2020

Robert H. (Bob) Eckhardt 80 of Lewistown passed away Tuesday morning, January 8th, 2020 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was born April 24, 1939 in Great Falls, Montana the son of John & Leta (Stout) Eckhardt. Bob attended school in Moccasin, Lavina and graduated from Ryegate High school in 1957. Bob was first joined...

Violet A. Smith

Violet A. Smith

Dec 29, 2019

Violet Agnes (Dolly) Smith 84 of Veteran, WY and formerly of Lewistown passed away Sunday morning, December 29, 2019 at her home after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was born March 5, 1935 the daughter of Earl and Alice (Bauman) Adams in Jordan, Montana. She received her education in Roy, Montana graduating from Roy High School in 1953. She...

Terry A. Tennant

Terry A. Tennant

Dec 17, 2019

Terrence (Terry) Alan Tennant, 69, passed away on Tuesday December 17, 2019 in his home in Lewistown, Montana of natural causes. Terry was born in Glendive, Montana May 15, 1950. He lived all over the country working as a heavy equipment operator and truck driver before settling in Lewistown to live out his retirement years. He was an avid lover...

Maxine A. Burton

Maxine A. Burton

Nov 29, 2019

Maxine A. Burton 89 of Lewistown died Friday evening, November 29, 2019 in the Central Montana Medical Center of natural causes. She was born Maxine Addiline May 7, 1930 in Lewistown the daughter of Dallas and Lena (Schaefer) Goodan. She received her education in Lewistown graduating from Fergus High School in 1948. She then attended the Great Falls Academy of...

Magdelena L. Hinckley

Magdelena L. Hinckley

Nov 23, 2019

Magdelena Josepha Hinckley 81 of Winnett died Monday evening in her home in Winnett of natural causes. She was born February 20, 1938 in Munich, Germany the daughter of Paul M. and Ludowika (Jungling) Aign. She received her education in Germany and the worked in a factory making license plates. In December of 1964 she was united in marriage to...

Charles R. Gaugler

Charles R. Gaugler

Nov 23, 2019

Charles Roy Gaugler 70 of Garneill died Sunday afternoon at his home of natural causes. He was born September 9, 1949 in Lewistown, Montana the son of Bill and Faith (Stone) Gaugler. He was proud of his birth date: 9-9-49. He lived his entire life at his ranch headquarters in Garneill, Montana. Charles will be remembered by his generosity, sense...

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