Curator: Prof. Elena Rostova Date: 2/14/2026 Dept: Visual Arts & Sciences

BILLINGS MONTANA GAZETTE OBITUARIES

The billings montana gazette obituaries section is a dedicated space for the community to come together and pay their respects to those who have passed away. It serves as a vital resource for families and friends seeking to honor the lives of their loved ones. This page provides a comprehensive list of obituaries, offering a glimpse into the lives of those who have left a lasting impact on the region. The gazette plays a crucial role in preserving the memories of the deceased, ensuring that their stories are told and their legacies live on.

The obituaries section is a powerful tool for the community, allowing individuals to connect and find solace in shared grief. It highlights the humanity and achievements of those who have passed, providing a sense of closure and comfort to their families and friends. By sharing these stories, the gazette becomes a platform for remembrance and a testament to the rich history of the region.

One of the key benefits of this section is the centralized information it provides. It offers a comprehensive overview of recent deaths, making it easier for the community to stay informed and connected. This resource is invaluable for those seeking to pay their respects, attend funerals, or simply keep up with the lives of their neighbors and acquaintances.

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Fig 1. Marilyn Knight Obituary (1932 - 2025) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A somber scene in a funeral home. A woman, dressed in black, stands before a large blackboard displaying obituaries. The board is filled with names, dates, and brief obituaries, a poignant reminder of the fragility of life.

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Fig 2. Joanne Timm Obituary (1939 - 2025) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A close-up of a hand gently turning the pages of a newspaper, revealing a section titled 'Obituaries'. The fingers, aged and weathered, stop at a particular name, a face of a life now passed, a moment of reflection.

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Fig 3. Harold Hobill Obituary (1949 - 2025) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A dark, somber atmosphere in a library. A man, his face illuminated by the soft glow of a lamp, reads through a stack of newspapers, each with the 'Obituaries' section highlighted. A quiet, introspective moment of remembrance.

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Fig 4. Cynthia Asay Obituary (1966 - 2025) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A vibrant, colorful mural on a building wall. The artwork depicts the life of a local community member, with their name and dates. The mural serves as a public tribute, a celebration of life and a reminder of the impact of individuals.

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Fig 5. Charles Nesbit Obituary (2023) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A solemn gathering at a cemetery. A group of people, dressed in black, stand around a grave marker. The marker displays the name and dates of a loved one, a place for reflection and remembrance.

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Fig 6. George Miller Obituary (1931 - 2023) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A quiet, candlelit room. A woman, her face illuminated by the soft glow of candles, reads through a stack of old newspapers, each with a deceased person's name. A private, emotional moment of grief and remembrance.

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Fig 7. Ken Fischer Obituary (1945 - 2025) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A bustling city street, but with a sense of quiet. A man, his face filled with sadness, walks with a newspaper in hand, the 'Obituaries' section highlighted. A public, yet private, moment of acknowledging life's fragility.

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Fig 8. Joyce Gilmore Obituary (1927 - 2025) - Billings, Montana, MT - Billings ...

A close-up of a newspaper's 'Obituaries' section, the text bold and stark. The names, dates, and brief descriptions stand out, a stark reminder of the passing of time and the lives we've lost.

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Fig 9. Elizabeth Hart Obituary (1941 - 2024) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A somber, black-and-white photograph of a family gathering. The image captures the love and loss, with a newspaper in the background, its 'Obituaries' section visible, a reminder of the lives they've cherished.

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Fig 10. William Bartlett Obituary (1939 - 2023) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A vibrant, colorful garden. A woman, her face filled with joy, sits among flowers, holding a newspaper. The 'Obituaries' section is a reminder of the fragility of life, but also the beauty of living.

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Fig 11. Nola Balich Obituary (1934 - 2025) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A quiet, candlelit memorial service. A woman, her face illuminated by candlelight, reads a poem from a newspaper, honoring a loved one's life. A private, emotional tribute.

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Fig 12. Patsy Garrett Obituary (1939 - 2024) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A bustling cityscape at night. A man, his face illuminated by the glow of a smartphone, reads through a newspaper, the 'Obituaries' section a constant companion. A public, yet solitary moment of reflection.

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Fig 13. Sally Bishop Obituary (1947 - 2025) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A close-up of a hand, holding a newspaper, the 'Obituaries' section highlighted. The fingers, aged, tell a story of a lifetime, a moment of quiet contemplation.

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Fig 14. Anne Westrope Obituary (1932 - 2025) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A somber, black-and-white photograph of a cemetery at dusk. The graves, illuminated by the fading light, stand as a reminder of the lives that have passed, a quiet, peaceful scene.

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Fig 15. Alice Lambrecht Obituary (1931 - 2024) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A woman, her face filled with tears, reads through a stack of newspapers, each with a deceased person's name. A private, emotional moment of grief and remembrance.

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Fig 16. Dennis Klakken Obituary (1933 - 2024) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A vibrant, colorful mural on a building wall. The artwork depicts a community member's life, with their name and dates. A public tribute, a celebration of life and a reminder of the impact of individuals.

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Fig 17. Eloise Thorwaldson Obituary (2024) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A quiet, candlelit room. A man, his face illuminated by candlelight, reads through a stack of old newspapers, each with a deceased person's name. A private, introspective moment of remembrance.

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Fig 18. Renaldus Wentz Obituary (2025) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A bustling city street, but with a sense of quiet. A woman, her face filled with sadness, walks with a newspaper, the 'Obituaries' section a constant companion. A public, yet private moment of acknowledging life's fragility.

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Fig 19. Donald Jones Obituary (2025) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A close-up of a newspaper's 'Obituaries' section, the text bold and stark. The names, dates, and brief descriptions stand out, a stark reminder of the passing of time and the lives we've lost.

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Fig 20. Judy Frank Obituary (1938 - 2023) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

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Fig 21. Eldora Brown Obituary (1931 - 2025) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A vibrant, colorful garden. A man, his face filled with joy, sits among flowers, holding a newspaper. The 'Obituaries' section is a reminder of the fragility of life, but also the beauty of living.

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Fig 22. Betty Hedges Obituary (2024) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A quiet, candlelit memorial service. A woman, her face illuminated by candlelight, reads a poem from a newspaper, honoring a loved one's life. A private, emotional tribute.

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Fig 23. Madelene Schodt Obituary (1933 - 2024) - Billings, Montana, MT ...

A bustling cityscape at night. A woman, her face illuminated by the glow of a smartphone, reads through a newspaper, the 'Obituaries' section a constant companion. A public, yet solitary moment of reflection.

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Fig 24. Donna Neuheardt Obituary (1943 - 2025) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A close-up of a hand, holding a newspaper, the 'Obituaries' section highlighted. The fingers, aged, tell a story of a lifetime, a moment of quiet contemplation.

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Fig 25. Richard McQueen Obituary (2024) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A somber, black-and-white photograph of a cemetery at dusk. The graves, illuminated by the fading light, stand as a reminder of the lives that have passed, a quiet, peaceful scene.

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Fig 26. Bernice Bjertness Obituary (1937 - 2024) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A woman, her face filled with tears, reads through a stack of newspapers, each with a deceased person's name. A private, emotional moment of grief and remembrance.

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Fig 27. Cathleen Read Obituary (1952 - 2025) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

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Fig 28. Janet Mullaney Obituary (1946 - 2025) - Billings, MT - Billings Gazette

A quiet, candlelit room. A man, his face illuminated by candlelight, reads through a stack of old newspapers, each with a deceased person's name. A private, introspective moment of remembrance.

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