Obituaries

OBITUARY POLICY

Published on Thu, 09/29/2016 - 3:41pm

The cost for obituaries is $7.85 per column inch. Accompanying photos are an additional $15 each. Any color photos require one additional $32 color charge. All obituaries are edited to conform to Associated Press style. All obituaries require verification from a funeral home, so funeral home name and phone number are required. If funeral home information is not available, a death certificate is required.

Randall Brett McQuay

Published on Thu, 06/17/2021 - 3:32pm

Randall Brett McQuay, 72, of Livingston, Montana, passed away Feb. 23, 2021 at his home. 

Randy was born on April 23, in 1948, the son of Warren and Phyllis McQuay. He received his education in Livingston, Montana, excelling in high school sports. He then went on to Montana State University in Bozeman as a student-athlete, competing in football and basketball. 

Randy lived his life in Livingston, working for the railroad in his younger years. Later, he took care of his mother in their home in Livingston. He was an avid golfer and pool shark. 

Earl A. Schleicher

Published on Tue, 06/15/2021 - 3:35pm

Earl A. Schleicher, 90, passed away on June 14, 2021 following a long battle with dementia.

Earl met the love of his life, Dorothy Werle at a dance 73 years ago. Except for his service in the Korean War, they never spent a day apart.

Earl received a Bronze Star for his valor in Korea. Earl was a proud 50-plus year member of his local plumber’s union.

Earl was proceeded in death by 10 brothers and sisters; a very special brother-in-law, Bob Werle; and his beloved cocker spaniel, Charlie. Charlie has been waiting for his master and best friend.

Rose Ann Schwartzer

Published on Tue, 06/15/2021 - 3:35pm

Rose Ann Schwartzer went home to the Lord on the night of June 8, 2021, after a long illness.

Rose Ann was born in David City, Nebraska, on Sept. 5, 1933, to Joe and Anna (Hein) Vanek. The family moved to Columbus, Nebraska, and that is where mom grew up. She attended St. Bonaventure grade school and graduated from the St. Bonaventure High School in 1951. 

Earl A. Schleicher

Published on Mon, 06/14/2021 - 3:21pm

Earl A. Schleicher, 90, of Paradise Valley, passed away on Monday, June 14, 2021. Further details are forthcoming. Franzen-Davis Funeral Home and Crematory has been entrusted with arrangements. To view the tribute page and share condolences, visit www.franzen-davis.com.

Diesta Marie Hager Johnson

Published on Mon, 06/14/2021 - 3:20pm

“For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.”  – Phil. 1:21

Tatsuko Ogata

Published on Mon, 06/14/2021 - 3:19pm

Over Mother’s Day weekend, Tatsuko Ogata was surrounded by three generations of family members, each of whom she had uniquely shaped. With her eyes gleaming in the morning sun, she radiated matriarchal elegance, as always.

Three weeks later, that light flickered out, but its afterglow endures in the lives of those lucky enough to be touched by her grace: a luminosity of love undimmed in death; a legacy of influence unbroken in life.

Gail Reynolds Rossi Anderson

Published on Fri, 06/11/2021 - 4:15pm

Gail Reynolds Rossi Anderson, 49, formerly of Livingston, passed away on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, in Billings, Montana. Franzen-Davis Funeral Home and Crematory has been entrusted with arrangements. To view the tribute page and share condolences, visit: www.franzen-davis.com.

Gary Perkins

Published on Fri, 06/11/2021 - 4:14pm

Gary Perkins, 65, of Livingston, Montana, passed away Wednesday, June 9, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, June 12, at 3 p.m. at the Perkins home, friends and family are welcome. 

Gary was born July 8, 1955, in Emmett, Idaho, the son of Gordon and Audrey Perkins. He worked as a lineman for many years. Gary enjoyed hunting, fishing, and listening to the elk bugle — but most of all, Gary enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. 

Torben Johann Vik

Published on Fri, 06/11/2021 - 4:13pm

Torben Johann Vik passed away on Oct. 30, 2020 after a yearlong battle with a brain aneurism.