Martin O. Shanor, 79
Martin O. Shanor, 79, died at home of natural causes on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009. Martin was a longtime resident of the Flathead Valley. He worked at Sykes as a butcher, and logged for many years with Tom Ladenburg; Owens and Bray. He is survived by his son, Martin Jr.; daughter, RaeEllen; three stepsons, Gary, Terry and John Franklin; stepdaughter, Karla Parmer; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind a sister, Betty; and brothers, Bill and Bob. He was preceded in death by his wife of 35 years, Lois; a grandson, Jason; three brothers, Leroy, Phil and Ray; and sister, Peg. Memorial services for Martin will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 2, at Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home, with Pastor Tim Bartholomew of Stillwater Free Lutheran Church officiating. Directly following the services, Martin will be laid to rest with military honors at Glacier Memorial Cemetery. A reception will be held at noon at the VFW, to celebrate Martin s life and share stories. Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for Martin s family. You are invited to go to www.jgfuneralhome.com to view Martin s guest book, offer condolences and share memories.