Michael John Lightbody
Sep 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael “Mike” John Lightbody, age 67. Mike passed away as a result of lung failure.
Born in Helena on September 20, 1958, to Robert and Patricia (Guilbault) Lightbody, Mike joined his older sister, Lynn, and brother, Jay.
Mike attended Bishop Gilmore, Broadwater, and C.R. Anderson schools before graduating from Capital High...
Dwight Bristol Hoy
Sep 14, 2026
With heavy hearts and profound sorrow, we announce the unexpected passing of Dwight Bristol Hoy, who was called to Heaven on September 14, 2026, at the age of 60. Though he was taken far too soon, we find comfort in knowing he is now resting in eternal peace, free from pain and suffering, and will continue to watch over and...
Rose Helen Barr
Aug 29, 2026
Rose Helen (Antonich) Barr of Great Falls died on August 29, 2026 at the age of 96. Mom was born in Black Eagle, Montana on March 29, 1930 to Charles and Amelia (Ljubica) Antonich, Yugoslavian immigrants.
She attended Hawthorne School, Paris Gibson Junior High and graduated from Great Falls High School in 1948. She later went to Kinman Business School in...
John Joseph McCarthy Jr
Aug 29, 2026
To know John McCarthy was to love John McCarthy. To summarize his life in a few paragraphs feels nearly impossible, and perhaps a little unfair to a man who lived so fully, impacted so many people, and collected enough stories, adventures, friendships, and shenanigans to fill a book.
John Joseph McCarthy Jr. was born in Deer Lodge, Montana, on May 17,...
Judy Windle
Aug 18, 2026
Judy Lynn Windle (Lauffer) 77, of Helena, MT, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Judy was born on December 15, 1948, in Conrad, MT to Ernest and Jenevie Lauffer. Judy was the beloved wife of her husband Cole, the mother of her two daughters, Candi and Kristy, and her son, Steve; a grandmother to six grandchildren;...
Luann Copeland
Sep 23, 2026
Luann Copeland, 94, of Helena, Montana passed away September 23, 2026. Simple Cremation Montana has assisted the family.
Santos Dela Cruz
Sep 18, 2026
Santos Dela Cruz, 82, of Helena, Montana passed away September 18, 2026. Simple Cremation Montana has assisted the family.
Erika Regensburger
Sep 15, 2026
Erika Regensburger died in Helena, MT on September 15, 2026. Erika was born in Bohemia on the border of Czechoslovakia (at the time) and Germany. After WWII her family was displaced and relocated to a small town near Nurnberg. At age 13 she met her future husband when she worked as a nanny for a family. At age 19, not...
Diana Marie Olson
Sep 12, 2026
Diana Olson, 79, of Helena, Montana passed away September 12, 2026. Simple Cremation Montana has assisted the family.
James Kevin Watson
Sep 10, 2026
James "Kevin" Watson, 54, of Helena, Montana passed away September 10, 2026. Simple Cremation Montana has assisted the family.
Leo Joseph Maphies
Sep 7, 2026
Leo Maphies, 79, of Helena, Montana passed away September 7, 2026. Simple Cremation Montana has assisted the family.
Deborah Susan Chance
Sep 4, 2026
Deborah Chance, 75, of Helena, Montana passed away September 4, 2026. Simple Cremation Montana has assisted the family.
Rose Anna Jennings
Sep 3, 2026
Rose Jennings, 93, of Helena, Montana passed away September 3, 2026. Simple Cremation Montana has assisted the family.
Sharon Jane Holland
Sep 1, 2026
Sharon Holland, 87, of Deer Lodge, MT passed away September 1, 2026. Simple Cremation Montana has assisted the family.
Kathleen Phyllis Blokzyl
Aug 31, 2026
Kathleen Blokzyl, 85, of Clancy, Montana passed away August 31, 2026. Simple Cremation Montana has assisted the family.
Rita Carole Price
Aug 29, 2026
Rita Price, 90, of Helena, Montana passed away August 29, 2026. Simple Cremation Montana has assisted the family.
Craig Martin Harris
Aug 29, 2026
Craig Harris, 85, of Helena, Montana passed away on August 29, 2026. Simple Cremation Montana has assisted the family.
Norman Richard Lovett, JR
Aug 26, 2026
Norman Richard "Rick" Lovett Jr. passed away August 24th, 2026, twelve days after his 53 birthday. Rick was raised in Helena and worked as a Systems Analyst for many years. Rick loved all things electronic and anything that exploded such as guns and fireworks. He had three loves in his life, Karina, Shawna, and Valerie. In addition to them, he...
Dianna Lynn Berg
Aug 21, 2026
Dianna Berg, 79, of Helena, Montana passed away August 21, 2026. Simple Cremation Montana has assisted the family.
Craig Winterburn
Aug 20, 2026
"The light you have, is all you need to know"
Back in the olden days, two great boxers were scheduled to fight for the championship of the world. Because of their contrasting styles, sports pundits described the upcoming bout as "The irresistible force meets the immovable object." The late Craig Winterburn, one of the area’s most memorable cowboy personalities, embodied both...
