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Memorial: Richard Andrew Ragen

Richard Andrew Ragen Family of Richard Andrew Ragen Our dear brother, Richard Andrew Ragen, passed away on December 3, 2023, in Spokane, WA. Richard was born to Charles and Kay Ragen in Townsend, MT on December 18, 1958. A few days after his birth, our mother carried him home from the hospital, walked through the front door and placed him gently under the Christmas tree. “Merry Christmas,” she said to the other seven of us children. “Meet your baby brother.” Richard was a gift to all our family.


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Obituary: Thomas Eugene Anderson

Thomas Eugene Anderson Family of Thomas Eugene Anderson Memorial Service Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 12:00 PM at Deep Creek Cemetery in Townsend, Montana.


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Obituary: Wayne Edward Herrington

Wayne Edward Herrington Family of Wayne Edward Herrington Wayne Edward Herrington was born to Wayne and Irene Herrington in Townsend, Montana, on May 16, 1945. Wayne served in the United States Navy from 1964 to 1968. While living in Caldwell, Idaho, he worked as a carpenter and met Janet Rogers and her children, Kasey and James. Wayne was a natural father—he and Janet welcomed their son Brent in 1974. A great teacher and adventurer, he taught his children to fish, garden, build, and explore on many family trips. As a business rep for Northwest Carpenter’s Local 131, he advocated for workers’ rights, serving as a bridge between workers, employers and the hall. Committed to the common good, he extended help to friends, family and non-profit organizations. In his off time, Wayne delighted in tending his garden and sharing produce with others. In retirement, Wayne and Janet traveled until he was diagnosed with cancer. He died in Kennewick, Washington on February 7, 2024. Wayne is preceded in death by his parents, sisters Helen Prevel and Lois Olsen, and daughter Kasey Herrington. He is survived by his wife Janet, sons James (Holly) Green and Brent (Jamie) Herrington, six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, siblings Lilian Arden, Kathy Hill and Ernie Herrington.


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Obituary: Richard A. Lewis

Richard A. Lewis Family of Richard A. Lewis Richard A Lewis, our loving grandfather, father, husband, and mentor, passed away peacefully in his home, Friday, June 28, 2024. He was surrounded by his family until the end.


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Obituary: Marlene Ann Johnson

In Memory Of Marlene Ann Johnson, age 77, of Townsend March 8, 1947 – June 17, 2024 Family of Marlene Ann Johnson On the morning of June 17th, 2024, Mom left our world to travel to her next while listening to “Baby’s Got Her Blue Jeans On” with her granddaughter, Jessie, by her side. Mom was always ready for a road trip. She was a loving wife, a wonderful mom, don’t touch my kids Gramma and Great Gramma, and a protective big sister and auntie to many. She was the first leader of our pack!


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Obituary: James “Jim” “Tumbleweed” Michael Scott

James “Jim” “Tumbleweed” Michael Scott Family of James Michael Scott James “Jim” “Tumbleweed” Michael Scott, aged 63, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, after a 7-year courageous battle with cancer at home surrounded by his parents, James and Dorothy, brother David and wife Wendy on his beloved Essheart Ranch in Townsend, MT. He was the first son born on May 30, 1961, in Seattle, WA, to James and Dorothy Scott. He was a 1979 graduate of Highline High School, Seattle, WA and proud resident of Townsend, MT since 1995.


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Obituary: K.C. Johnson (Kathleen Ann Carey Johnson)

K.C. Johnson (Kathleen Ann Carey Johnson) Family of K.C. Johnson K.C. Johnson (Kathleen Ann Carey Johnson) died suddenly March 24, 2024, at the home of her eldest daughter and caretaker, Jill Amsk.


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Obituary: Margie (marjorie) Spritzer

Margie (Marjorie) Spritzer Family of Margie Spritzer On December 15, 2023, Margie (Marjorie) Spritzer of Radersburg, MT found peace following her long battle with kidney disease.


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Obituary: Charlotte “Sharley” Lou Ragen

July 21, 1932-June 7, 2024


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Obituary: Charlotte “Sharley” Lou Ragen

Charlotte “Sharley” Lou Ragen Sharley Ragen Family July 21, 1932 - June 7, 2024


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