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Frank Raymond Fairbanks

Frank Raymond Fairbanks

Nov 24, 2020

Frank Fairbanks passed away at the Missouri River Medical Center in Fort Benton on November 24, 2020.  Frank was born December 13, 1952 to Charles and Bernadine Fairbanks.  Frank was always known for his love of everything sports, The Yankees, Cowboys, Lakers, Bobcats but most importantly the Geraldine Tigers.  There are so many memories of Frank driving school bus,...

Barbara Gail Queen

Barbara Gail Queen

Nov 21, 2020

Barbara Gail Queen, 69, passed away Saturday, November 21, 2020 at Benefis Hospital in Great Falls; a casualty of Covid 19. At her request cremation will take place and the family will gather to celebrate Barbara's life when restrictions are lifted and it is safe. Memorials in Barbara's honor may be made to the American Legion, Legion Auxiliary and...

Anna M. Thorp

Anna M. Thorp

Oct 12, 2020

Anna M. Thorp, 88, passed away at her residence on October 12, 2020.  Her Memorial Service will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, October 16, 2020 at Benton Funeral Home.  Memorials in Anna's honor may be made to the Missouri River Medical Center or to the charity of one's choice.

Anna was born December 9, 1931 to Harry and...

Dolores L. Hoiland

Dolores L. Hoiland

Sep 26, 2020

Dolores L. (Hoem) Hoiland   passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 26, 2020, in Fort Benton, Montana at the age of 87. Dolores was born on March 6, 1933, to Grace and Arnie Hoem, a ranching family in Big Timber, Montana.  She grew up with her older brother and protector, Harold, and identical twin sister Doris, all working very hard...

Alma Muriel Silvan

Alma Muriel Silvan

Sep 25, 2020

Alma Muriel Silvan, 93, of Big Sandy, Mt., joined our Heavenly Father on September 25, 2020.  Muriel's graveside service will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 3, 2020 at the Big Sandy Cemetery.  Memorial donations in Muriel's name may be made to the charity of one's choice.  Benton Funeral Home has been entrusted with services and arrangements.  Please visit Muriel's...

William Howard Taylor

William Howard Taylor

Sep 20, 2020

William Howard Taylor, 85, passed away at the Missouri River Care Center in Fort Benton on September 20, 2020 the day after his birthday. A viewing will be held on Friday, September 25th from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. with his funeral service 2 p.m. Saturday, September 26, 2020 all at the Benton Funeral Home Chapel. His burial will...

Edna Irene Cranmore

Edna Irene Cranmore

Sep 2, 2020

Edna Irene Cranmore passed away peacefully Sept. 2, 2020.

Born in Brooklyn, New York as Edna Chillion, she was adopted to and raised by Zeke and Ruth Paden and moved to Port Angeles, Washington. She was "Sunshine" to her father and all who were influenced by her uncanny wit, generous spirit and unbounded love. Edna loved to...

Michael Parsons

Michael Parsons

Aug 22, 2020

Michael Carter Parsons passed away from cancer at his home at Georgetown, CA on August 22, 2020, at the age of 76.  Graveside services will be held Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. at the Riverside Cemetery at Fort Benton, MT.

Michael was born on August 17, 1944, at St. Claire Hospital in Fort Benton, MT...

Rodger L. "Digger" Evans

Rodger L. "Digger" Evans

Aug 18, 2020

Rodger L. "Digger" Evans, 67, passed away the evening of August 18, 2020 with his wife, Genie, by his side in Great Falls, MT.  Cremation has taken place and his graveside service will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 19, 2020 at Riverside Cemetery.  Rodger's Honorary Pallbearers will be his family and long- time friends. Memorial donations in Rodger's name...

Kenneth Bruce Hicks

Kenneth Bruce Hicks

Aug 14, 2020

Kenneth Bruce Hicks, 87, went to be with his Lord on Friday, August 14, 2020, at the Missouri River Medical Center. He was born August 26, 1932, in Fort Benton, the fourth child of Harold and Edna (Robison) Hicks.  He was raised on the family homestead in the Montague area and educated in Geraldine, graduating from Geraldine High School...

Kathleen Joy Cook

Kathleen Joy Cook

Aug 13, 2020

Kathleen Joy (Govier) Cook, 63, joined her Lord and Savior at Peace Hospice in Great Falls, MT on Thursday, August 13, 2020 after a five year battle with cancer.  Due to Covid-19, the family will hold a small private celebration of life memorial service. Holland & Bonine Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Kathleen Joy (Govier)...

Robert Lee Deck

Robert Lee Deck

Aug 1, 2020

Robert Lee Deck, 93, passed away at his residence on Aug. 1, 2020 with his wife of 67 years by his side.

Viewing will be Friday, Aug. 7, 2020 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Benton Funeral Home. His graveside service will be Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020 at 10 a.m. at Riverside Cemetery in Fort Benton.

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Donald Sidney Pimperton

Donald Sidney Pimperton

Jul 28, 2020

Donald Sidney Pimperton passed away at the home of his family in Carter, Mt. on July 28 th 2020.

A gathering in celebration of Don's life will be held at the Pimperton home in Carter, Mt. at 2pm Saturday October 3 rd .

Don was born February 16 th , 1933 in Choteau Mt. to...

Marvin L. Works

Marvin L. Works

Jul 23, 2020

Marvin L. Works, 87, passed away July 23, 2020 at Benefis Hospital. His graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, August 1, 2020 at the Riverside Cemetery in Fort Benton. Pastor Marcia Muir will officiate. Memorials in Marvin's honor may be made to the Big Sandy Medical Center P.O. Box 530 Big Sandy, Montana 59520. A joint memorial...

Jack Allen Gray

Jack Allen Gray

Jul 20, 2020

Jack Allen Gray, 88, passed away peacefully at his home in Fort Benton on July 20, 2020. Cremation has taken place and his memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 25, 2020 at the Sunrise Bluffs with Pastor Joe Jordan officiating. Memorial contributions in Jack's honor may be made to a memorial of your choice. Please...

Phyllis Jeanne Jewell

Phyllis Jeanne Jewell

Jul 15, 2020

Phyllis Jewell, 96, passed away in Fort Benton on July 15, 2020.  Graveside services will be at 1:00 p.m., July 25, 2020 at Riverside Cemetery.  Memorial donations in Phyllis's honor may be made to the First Christian Church of Fort Benton.  Benton Funeral Home has been entrusted with services and arrangements.  Please visit Phyllis's online memorial page at www.bentonfh.com...

Donald William Decker

Donald William Decker

Jul 4, 2020

Donald William Decker was born in Rock Elm, Wisconsin on October 17, 1940. Due to diabetic complications, he passed on July 4, 2020 at Great Falls Peace Hospice with his daughters and grandchildren near him. At his request, cremation has taken place.

Don came to Fort Benton, Montana area when he was the young age of about...

Noah George Davis

Noah George Davis

Jun 19, 2020

Noah "Dave" Davis, 100 of Geraldine, Montana died on June 19, 2020 at Peace Hospice in Great Falls, MT.

Noah was born in Britton, OK on April 30 1920. He spent his younger years working on a family farm with his four older sisters. After graduating from high school in 1938 he drove a truck with his...

Thomas Joseph Dillon

Thomas Joseph Dillon

Jun 12, 2020

Thomas J. Dillon passed away peacefully June 12, 2020 surrounded by his family at the age of 97.  His Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 19, 2020, at the Immaculate Conception Church in Fort Benton.  Benton Funeral Home has been entrusted with services and arrangements. Please visit Tom's online memorial page at www.bentonfh.com to leave...

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