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Legals for November, 21 2021

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Kruger Brayden Sipe, son of Jeff and Jenni Sipe of Kalispell, was born March 13 at North Valley Hospital.

He weighed 6 pounds, 8.2 ounces, and was 19 inches long.

Legals February 20, 2019

No. 25886 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Commissioners of Flathead County, Montana hereby gives notice, pursuant to Section 76-2-205(1), M.C.A., that it will hold a public hearing to consider a change in the zoning designation in a portion of the Highway 93 North Zoning District from SAG-10 (Suburban Agricultural) to I-1H (Light Industrial Highway). The boundaries of the area proposed to be amended from SAG-10 Suburban Agricultural to I-1H Light Industrial Highway is Lot 1 of Warner Hills in Section 01, Township 29 North, Range 22 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana and more specifically described as follows: Lot 1 of Warner Hills, according to the map or plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Flathead County, Montana. The regulations defining the SAG-10 to I-1H zones are contained in the Flathead County Zoning Regulations, on file for public inspection at the Office of the Flathead County Commissioners, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, Montana, at the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office, 40 11th Street West, Kalispell, Montana, and on the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office's website at: http://flathead.mt.gov/planning_zoning/zoning.php. Documents related to the proposed zone change are also on for file for public inspection at the Commissioners' Office and at the Planning and Zoning Office. The public hearing will be held on the 27th day of February, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners' Chambers, Third Floor, Old Courthouse, Kalispell, Montana. At the public hearing, the Board of Commissioners will give the public an opportunity to be heard regarding the proposed change to the Highway 93 North Zoning District. Written comments are encouraged and will be reviewed by the Commissioners if received by the Flathead County Commissioners' Office prior to the hearing. DATED this 2nd day of January, 2019. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Pamela J. Holmquist Pamela J. Holmquist, Chairman February 13, 20, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Legals for August, 16 2023

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James E. Hawley, 76

“A simply wonderful life” is how one would describe the life of James E. Hawley, who died on Jan. 31, 2017, at approximately 18:50 at Kalispell Regional.

Robert 'Bob' E. Rickard, 78

Robert “Bob” E. Rickard passed away April 12, 2017 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. He was 78 years old.

Madeline E. Carmichael, 93

Madeline E. Carmichael, 93, passed away June 15, 2007, at Lake View Care Center in Bigfork. Madeline was born June 3, 1914, in Hartford City, Ind., to Frank and Anna (Adams) Hamilton. She lived in Hartford City most of her life.

Legals for April, 3 2021

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- Kalispell Women’s Connection buffet lunch, 11:30 a.m., meeting room of Victory Baptist Church, 1830 Montana 35. Guest is Dave McLean with Ray of Hope. Speaker is Wendy Maechtle of Columbia Falls. Cost $9 per person. Call Jan, 857-2467, or Rosainne, 257-8098 for lunch and free child care reservations. Affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries.

Donald Louis Fry, 89

Donald Louis Fry passed away April 20, 2017, at the age of 89.

Woodrow Garrison Woody Hutchens Jr., 63

Woody Hutchens, 63, went to live with Jesus on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009. Woodrow Garrison Hutchens Jr., was born Feb. 6, 1946, in Staunton, Va., to Woodrow G. and Glenna M. Wine Hutchens of Greenville, Va. He attended grade school and high school there. He joined the Air Force after graduation in 1964. He was later stationed in Lakeside, where he met his wife, KC. He was discharged from the Air Force in 1968. Woodrow and Katherine E. Cullen were married in 1968, and lived in Somers. Woody went to work at Anaconda Aluminum that same year. They moved to Columbia Falls to the family residence in 1978. Woody was an avid motorcyclist. He loved bow hunting carp, antelope and deer with his brother Tim of Gillette, Wyo. He enjoyed rifle hunting, especially for elk. For years the family enjoyed old car restoration. Woody also enjoyed collecting anything old. He was preceded in death by their daughter, Dixie Lee; his dad, and his brother, Houston, both of Virginia. He is survived by his mother, Glenna; sister, Mildred Simmons, and her family of Virginia; his wife, KC, at the family home; his son, Butch, his wife, Nova Lee, and their sons, Daniel and Jacob, and his daughter Katy Jo, and her sweetie, Greg, all of Columbia Falls; and his acquired children, TJ and Carol Toaves, and their son, Tyler, and Chrissy Frerich and her daughters, Brianna and Jayla, of Kalispell; many much loved brothers- and sisters-in-law; and too many good friends to count. His viewing is from 1 to 8 p.m. today, Sept. 20, at Columbia Mortuary. The service will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, at the funeral home, followed by burial in the Woodlawn Cemetery.

Alfred Edward Binnie, 89

Dearly loved Alfred E. Binnie ÒAlfÓ passed away at Brendan House with Joan at his side on July 17, 2009. Born Jan. 6, 1920, in Montreal, Quebec, Alf completed school and joined the Royal Air Force Bomber Command in England to become a pilot during World War II. Surviving an air attack behind enemy lines in 1942, he became a POW for four years in Germany. Upon return to Canada, Alf purchased Mountain View Bungalow Resort and during the winter was director of the ski school at Jasper in Quebec at St. Donat, a well-known area in the Laurentians. Alf was always an avid skier and relished entertaining his guests at the resort. His love for music and playing the guitar continued throughout his life. Alf and Joan were married in 1950 and to this day she remains the love of his life. Alf and Joan moved to Long Beach, Calif., in 1959 when Alf joined California Federal Bank. Later, Alf became a certified appraiser with MAI designation. They enjoyed their life in California, with camping, skiing and gardening the focus of their spare time. Alf was very interested in classic cars and until recently made the annual trip to Carmel, Calif., for the car show. After almost 30 years in California, Alf retired and they chose to move north so that he could pursue his love of skiing. They settled in Whitefish after building their home together and have maintained it with meticulous attention. Alf and Joan have lived in Whitefish for almost 20 years. Alf was a dear and gentle man and will be missed. The family has chosen no service at this time. ÒTo friends old and new, thank you for your friendship.Ó Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family. To send condolences, please visit

Edmond Ed Dean Jaeger, 55

Edmond Ed Dean Jaeger, 55, of Elmo, loving husband, father, grandfather, teacher and friend, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 25, 2010, at his home surrounded by his loving family, after a six-year battle with cancer. Ed was born on July 21, 1955, in Oak Harbor, Wash., a son of the late Roland and Shirley Jaeger. Ed attended Polson High School and later went on to join the Army National Guard. In 1977, Ed married Leanor Roach in Richmond, Kan., and from this union three sons were born. He was a self-employed marine mechanic for over 20 years and for the past several years was an employee of Profection Powerboat and Chief Cliff Hot Rods. Ed enjoyed classic cars, hunting, camping, fishing, motorcycling, four-wheeling and horses, but above all, he was devoted to his family. Those left with cherished memories are his wife, Leanor; his three sons, Bo and Tara Jaeger, Mathew and Jessica Jaeger, and Thomas and Kyla Jaeger; his stepfather, Fred Samson; three sisters, Radine Shanks, Kathy Walker and Connie Tucker; seven brothers, Dan Jaeger, Rich Jaeger, Jim Jaeger, Allen Samson, Fred Samson, David Samson and Rob Samson; and four very dear grandchildren, Bethany, Haden, Gwendolyn and Kendyl. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 1, at Grogan Funeral Home, 101 Sixth Ave. E., Polson. Friends may call at the funeral home two hours prior to the service on Wednesday. Interment with military honors will occur at Lakeview Cemetery, Polson. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lake County Hospice, 711 Main St. SW, Ronan, MT 59864. Messages of condolence may be left for the family online by visiting www.groganfuneralhome.com. Grogan Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Betty Jean McDonald, 86

Betty Jean McDonald, 86, passed away Friday, Aug. 20, 2010, at St. Peter s Hospital in Helena. She was born to the late Henry and Marie Evans on Dec. 10, 1923, in Helena. Betty married Nicholas R. Mergenthaler in 1945, and they divorced in 1963. They had three children. Betty then met and married Charles E. Chuck McDonald on July 31, 1967, and they just recently celebrated their 43rd wedding anniversary. Betty and Chuck lived in Kalispell and owned the McDonald School of Music from 1968 to 1978. Betty was also an avid painter and attended Carroll College, where she studied art. Betty s paintings were shown in art shows all over the Northwest, including Canada. Her art won Best of Show and People s Choice awards during these shows. In 1980, Betty and Chuck relocated to Helena and owned and operated High Country Plumbing until their retirement in 2000. Her favorite activities were hunting and fishing with her family and friends. Betty is survived by her husband, Chuck; three children, David Mergenthaler of Kalispell, Roger and Martha Mergenthaler of Helena, and Lynn and Judy Mergenthaler of Kalispell; and her sister, Barbara Toftley of Seattle. She is also survived by her son-in-law, Jim Cooper of Unionville; as well as 14 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and a nephew. Betty was preceded in death by her daughter, Claudette Cooper of Unionville. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Betty s life will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, at the family home, 406 S. Park in Helena. For information, please call (406) 442-4872. In lieu of flowers, it was Betty s wish that donations be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children Burn Centers, 911 W. Fifth Ave., Spokane WA 99204. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.aswfuneralhome.com.

Edmond Ed Dean Jaeger, 55

Edmond Ed Dean Jaeger, 55, of Elmo, a loving husband, father, grandfather, teacher and friend, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 25, 2010, at his home surrounded by his loving family after a six-year battle with cancer. Ed was born on July 21, 1955, in Oak Harbor, Wash., a son of the late Roland and Shirley Jaeger. Ed attended Polson High School and later went on to join the Army National Guard. In 1977, Ed married Leanor Roach in Richmond, Kan., and from this union three sons were born. He was a self-employed marine mechanic for more than 20 years and was owner of Profection Powerboat and Chief Cliff Hot Rods for the past several years. Ed enjoyed classic cars, hunting, camping, fishing, motorcycling, four-wheeling and horses, but above all, he was devoted to his family. Those left with cherished memories are his wife, Leanor; three sons, Bo and Tara Jaeger, Mathew and Jessica Jaeger, and Thomas and Kyla Jaeger; stepfather, Fred Samson; three sisters, Radine Shanks, Kathy Walker and Connie Tucker; seven brothers, Dan Jaeger, Rich Jaeger, Jim Jaeger, Allen Samson, Fred Samson, David Samson and Rob Samson; and four very dear grandchildren, Bethany, Haden, Gwendolyn and Kendyl. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 1, at Grogan Funeral Home, 101 Sixth Ave. E., Polson. Friends may call at the funeral home two hours prior to the service on Wednesday. Interment with military honors will occur at Lakeview Cemetery, Polson. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lake County Hospice, 711 Main St. S.W., Ronan, MT 59864. Messages of condolence may be left for the family online by visiting www.groganfunerralhome.com. The staff of Grogan Funeral Home, Polson, considers it a privilege to care for Mr. Jaeger s family.

New reservoir flow plan a win for state

Lake Koocanusa and Hungry Horse Reservoir will drop 20 feet below full pool over the next couple months, but it will happen in a way that has been long fought for by the state of Montana.