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Katherine "Kay" Kuehn, 79, of Billings, passed away peacefully on Dec. 21, 2023, at Stillwater Retirement Community. She was born on July 6, 1944, in Red Lodge, the daughter of Frank and Irene (Metcalf) Kuehn. Kay graduated from Billings Central High School and earned a bachelor's degree from Eastern Montana College, moving to Bozeman, where she taught for 35 years. Her passion was for education and artistic expression, touching the lives of many children. Kay moved to Billings in 2019 to live in Sweetwater Retirement Community. They were truly family to Kay. She was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings, Frank, Billy and Donald and her nephew, Michael. She is survived by her...

Florence Beata (Wohlschlegel) Black was born on July 12, 1929, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, and passed away in Billings, Montana, on Dec. 13, 2023, after a wonderful life of 94 years. The first child of Albert Lee Sr. and Hazel (Christensen) Wohlschlegel, Florence grew up in Idaho Falls, where her parents owned and operated the Yellowstone Dairy. As a young woman, Florence helped her parents and brothers make cheese and enjoyed family card games. Following her graduation from Idaho Falls High School in 1947, Florence attended the University of Idaho, where she was an English major and a member of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority. It was during her junior year, in the spring of 1950, that she went on...

Bonnie Kay Walters, 71, of Billings, passed away peacefully on the evening of Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022, after a brief illness. Bonnie was surrounded by family including her husband, Bill; her son, Chad; and stepchildren, Sarah and John Walters; as well as wonderful caregivers. Bonnie was born in Stanley, North Dakota, on June 15, 1951, to parents Henry and Lois Vivian Anderson. Bonnie was raised in Stanley and graduated from Stanley High School in 1969. Bonnie married Duane Bykonen in Stanley and they eventually moved to Williston, North Dakota. In Williston, Bonnie and Duane made their home and had two wonderful children, Stacey and Chad. In Williston, Bonnie was very successful in...

Frankie Lynne Hollenback Blank, 71, of Billings, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly in her home on Friday, Nov. 18, 2022, after a brief illness. Frankie was born in Bozeman on May 14, 1951, to Frank J. and Marian (Bishop) Hollenback. She is survived by her daughters, Angela (Kevin) McWilliams of Meridian, Idaho, and Alicia Blank of Billings; grandchildren Sam and Sophie of Meridian, Idaho, and Thadeus and Asher of Billings; ex-husband and friend, Dale Blank of Billings; sisters Kathy (Dave Ponte) Hollenback of Roundup, Connie (Pat) Moore of Shelby and Julia Nance, of Bozeman. She is also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews, and numerous friends who loved her dearly. She was...

Stacey Dawn Bykonen, 50, of Billings, passed away the evening of Aug. 22, 2022, after a long, hard-fought and brave battle with Huntington's Disease. Stacey was born Nov. 9, 1971, in Williston, North Dakota, to Bonnie and Duane Bykonen. Stacey was raised in Williston and graduated from Williston High School. Stacey was very active in high school in numerous activities, including cheerleading. After high school, Stacey attended University of Minnesota and University of North Dakota. Stacey graduated from University of North Dakota with a bachelor's degree in Marketing. After graduation, Stacey held a number of marketing jobs with various corporations in Denver, Colorado, and Charlotte,...

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Betty J. (Wittman) Harrison, 92, passed away on Oct. 2, 2021, at Billings Clinic Hospital. A viewing will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, at Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary, 1001 Alderson Ave., in Billings. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, at Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary, with a reception to follow. Those who wish to remember Betty in a special way may donate in her memory to Help for Homeless Pets, 2910 Hannon Road, Billings, MT 59101. Full obituary is available at www.michelottisawyers.com.

Kayleigh Jade Weiland, 22, of Billings, passed away on Sept. 13, 2021. Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17, at Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary, 1001 Alderson Ave. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, at Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary. For full obituary, go to www.michelottisawyers.com.

Claude Forney Henson Claude Forney Henson was born in Livingston on April 13, 1931, the youngest of five boys, to Earl and Bessie (Forney) Henson. He was raised in Paradise Valley among many relatives who helped settle that valley starting in 1879. He moved to San Bernardino, California, when he was 10 years old so his father could find work during the Depression. He contributed to the household finances by raising chinchillas and selling them to UCLA. He graduated from Colton High School in 1949, and left for Livingston as soon as his last class ended, not even staying for his graduation ceremony. He met his future wife, Carol Fuher, at a New Year's Eve dance, and they married a little...

Marvin Eugene Linde Early in the morning of Sept. 23, 2020, Marvin Linde died of a massive heart attack. Marvin was the youngest of seven children born to Louis and Ella Linde in Rugby, North Dakota. Growing up on a farm in North-Central North Dakota, Marv developed a work ethic that served him and his family through his 83 years. It was in college at Jamestown he met his wife and partner of 60 years, Carol Schindler. He graduated with a degree in science and physical education. He taught school and coached for a few years in McClusky, North Dakota. In 1965, Marv spent a summer in Bozeman working on his Master's degree, falling in love with Montana. Marv and Carol had three boys who were...

Bradley Leon Edwards Bradley Leon Edwards was born on Aug. 23, 1959, in Missoula. He was the youngest of five boys born to James and Grace Edwards. In 1964, Brad, along with brothers Mark, Kevin, Kelly and Brian, moved with their parents to Billings and forever called it home. Brad graduated from Billings West High School in 1977 and went on to study at Eastern Montana College (now MSUB). His love of music started in those years at school marching in the marching band, and was a lifelong love of his. Jazz music was his passion, and he spread that passion to others for years as the Afternoon Jazz Show DJ for Yellowstone Public Radio. His show was heard across the region and was loved by...

Norma Wagner Degenhart, 83, of Billings, MT, formerly of Watertown, SD, joined her heavenly father on July 29, 2019, surrounded by her husband Roy and loving family. Mass of Resurrection was celebrated Aug. 1, St. Bernard's Parish in Billings, MT. Her bother Msgr. Joseph Wagner presided. A full obituary is available at www.michelottisawyers.com.

Thomas "TC" Patrick Cunningham passed away unexpectedly in his sleep in the early morning of March 26, 2024, in Kauai, Hawaii, the day after his 64th birthday, during which he was able to spend time golfing, sharing stories and laughs at dinner with loved ones. Tom was born on March 25, 1960, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was the third of Robert and Sarah Cunningham's four children. Tom graduated from Meridian (Idaho) High School in 1978. Upon graduating, he joined his brother, Bob, in Kemmerer, Wyoming, to work in the coal mine. Tom's love for motorsports, especially dirt bikes, led to an immediate bond with Archie Birgenheier. Archie took a special interest in Tom, and introduced him...