Mike Pichette, 66

Mike Pichette died Sept. 24, 2011, in Helena, after a brief illness.

He was born to Betty and Charles Pichette on Sept. 13, 1945, in Great Falls and worked as the director of government relations for NorthWestern Energy. He is survived by a family who loved him, Alicia; daughters, Anne and Claire; son-in-law, John Dendy, brother, David; and sister-in-law, Toni Cross. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his daughter Blythe.

There will be a celebration of Mike's life at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 29, at Jorgenson's.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Mike Pichette Key Club Service Scholarship Fund, c/o Valley Bank of Helena, P.O. Box 5269, Helena, MT 59604.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.aswfuneralhome.com.