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.

Leo G. Reidelbach

Published on Thu, 09/23/2021 - 4:48pm

Leo G. Reidelbach, 82, of Big Timber, passed away on June 4, 2021, at Wheatland Memorial Healthcare. Cremation has taken place, and no services are planned at this time. Arrangements were by Stenberg Funeral Home in Big Timber.

Emma Lewis Thomas

Published on Thu, 09/23/2021 - 4:47pm

Dr. Emma Lewis Thomas, Ph.D., was born and raised in Charleston, WV, and died after a brief battle with lymphoma at her home in Livingston, MT. 

She was surrounded by her six grandchildren — Keegan Nashan, Cole Nashan, Emersyn Nashan, Andrew Arnold, Eolyne Arnold and Roselyn Arnold — as well as her son Jeffrey P. Nashan (Kieran Nashan) and daughter Erica L. Nashan (James K. Arnold). 

Connie Lea (Constance) Baker

Published on Wed, 09/22/2021 - 12:00am

After a life dedicated to serving the Lord, raising her children, and spoiling her grandkids, Connie Baker is finally at peace in the arms of her savior Jesus Christ.

Connie Baker

Published on Tue, 09/21/2021 - 4:24pm

Connie Baker, 73, of Livingston, passed away Monday, Sept. 20, 2021, at her home in the presence of family. A graveside service will be held Friday, Sept. 24, at 11 a.m., at Shorthill Cemetery, followed by a luncheon at Living Hope Church. Further details and a full obituary 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. 

Pauline Rae (Polly) Leffingwell

Published on Mon, 09/20/2021 - 4:16pm

Pauline Rae (Polly) Leffingwell was born June 3, 1941, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Thomas Alfred Watterson, II and Pauline Rachael (Luther) Watterson. Polly was the first of three children — Thomas Watterson, III and Susan Watterson.

Judith Rae Harmon Harris

Published on Fri, 09/17/2021 - 4:00pm

Judith Rae Harmon Harris, 81, of Livingston, died at home in the presence of family the morning of Sept. 2, 2021. Judy had pancreatitis, among other things. About a month ago, she broke her hip and had it pinned.

Judy was born July 16, 1940 at Mrs. Robinson’s. She was the daughter of Neil Harmon and Jesse Lyons. She received her early education in Livingston. When Winans School was built, she went to the fourth grade. She didn’t like the school, so she picked up and went back to West Side for fifth grade. She graduated from Park County High School in 1958.

John R. McEvans

Published on Fri, 09/17/2021 - 3:57pm

John R. McEvans, 72, of Livingston, passed away at home Monday, Sept. 13, 2021. Franzen-Davis Funeral Home and Crematory has been entrusted with arrangements. To view the tribute page and share condolences, visit www.franzen-davis.com.

Desi Howieson

Published on Fri, 09/17/2021 - 3:56pm

Desi Howieson entered into her eternal peace on Aug. 30, 2021. A celebration of Desi’s life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 25, at the Shane Lalani Center. Memorials are preferred to Stafford Animal Shelter, 3 Business Park Rd., Livingston, MT 59047 and United in Light (Draft Horse Sanctuary) 101 Billman Ln., Livingston, MT 59047. To view the tribute page and share condolences, visit www.franzen-davis.com.

Kathy Funk Mulligan

Published on Thu, 09/16/2021 - 3:27pm

Kathy Funk Mulligan, beloved wife, daughter and friend, passed away August 31, 2021 in Billings, Montana after a valiant fight. She leaves behind her husband John Mulligan of Tucson, Arizona, and her mother Mary Funk of Livingston, Montana, as well as numerous friends and family.