She was born March 20, 1944 in Pine Bluffs Wyoming.  Norma attended Carson High School in Carson, ND.

In 1960 Norma married Jerald J. Klein of Elgin, ND.  To this union there were three children.  They later divorced.

Norma enjoyed sewing, knitting, photography, gardening, horses and spoiling her cat “Bubba.”

She was preceded in death by her parents Oren Anderson and Irene Olson; and former husband Jerald J. Klein.

Norma is survived by her sisters Jeri Mae Theurer of Elgin, ND, Dorothy Elaine Anderson of Hastings, MI; her brother Oscar Olson of Colorado Springs, CO; daughters Lynn Skiera of Helena, MT, Karla Klein of Lewistown, MT; her son Jerald Klein II of Billings; six grandchildren and two great-granddaughters.

Cremation has taken place and a private family celebration of Norma Jean’s life will held at a later date.

Arrangements are by Cremation & Funeral Gallery.

Dad was born in Billings on June 2, 1949, the son of Roy Hoke and Lydia (Reichel) Hoke. Dad was raised in Belfry until 1955 and then moved to the Bull Mountains until 1956. He spent the remainder of his childhood in Lockwood where he attended school and graduated from Senior High in 1967. He immediately went to work at the Pierce Packing Plant.

Dad met the love of his life, Shellie Klundt, and the two were married on April 3, 1970. Together they raised five kids. Dennis and Shellie were active in wrestling, football, or anything their kids were involved in. Dad’s kids meant the world to him and he would always put the kid’s first, even during his toughest days. His grandkids turned him into a teddy bear and he would spoil them like no other with garage sale toys and candy.

After Pierce Packing closed, Dad went to school and got his degree in business at the Billings VoTech. He then assisted in the demolition of Pierce Packing and also worked for Sundown Security until the cancer would not let him work anymore.

Dennis is survived by his three sons, Tad (Lisa) Hoke, Troy Hoke (Heather Bailey), Trever (Kristin) Hoke; two daughters Wilda Hoke (Steve Guy), and Quinta Hoke (Devon Bly); seven grandchildren, Tad’s kids, Taylor Hoke, Lainee Hoke, Trenton Hoke and Leighton Hoke who will arrive in August, Troy’s daughter Alex Zyph, Trever’s kid’s, Garet Hoke and Ainslie Hoke. He is also survived by his brother, Richard Hoke and his wife Gerri.

Dennis was preceded in death by his father Roy, his mother Lydia, his wife Shellie, his son Wilmer and grandson Johnathan.

We would like to thank all the care and support that was given to our dad at the Frontier Cancer Center. Also thank you to Kevin and Beth and the Outpatient Center, Dad loved his water aerobics and the friends he made there. Thank you to the Hospice House Nurses for all your support for dad at the end.

Paul was born February 7, 1940 in Dickinson, ND the son of George and Lillian Buzalsky.

Paul was raised in Dickinson and graduated from Campus High School in 1958. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged in 1962. Paul worked as an aviation mechanic at Boeing and at Logan International here in Billings. He also drove bus for Continental Trail Ways and retired form the Untied States Postal Service.

His passion was aviation, Paul was a private pilot and built several of his own aircraft. He was a devoted family man always putting family first. He enjoyed spending time with his daughter and grandchildren. Paul was a very generous soul and loved his church. There wasn’t a charity he didn’t believe needed his help.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Bernard and Joseph.

Paul is survived his daughter Carissa (Russ) Belless , his beloved grandchildren Shania, Russell and Dylan, step-daughters Trista (Jack) Holmberg and Chelsey (William) Weflen. He is also survived by sister-in-law Donna Buzalsky and nephews John (Valery), Keith (Becky), Mike and niece Heidi (John) and Jewell  Borchardt his one true love.

Vigil services will be held 6:30pm Wednesday at Cremation & Funeral Gallery. Funeral Mass will be held 12:00pm Thursday May 23, 2013 at St. Patrick’s Co-Cathedral.

He was born on January 13th, 1990 in Billings, MT. He graduated from Skyview High School in 2008. He lived and worked in Billings.

Kevin had the opportunity to work at some of the best kitchens in town. He had most recently been part of the grand opening at the fabulous Northern Hotel where he was greatly loved by all who worked with him. He truly had a passion for food and it was apparent in all the dishes he created. They were all so carefully executed works of art. He was always thinking up new and exciting recipes to try out. Sharing his culinary passion and talents was his favorite activity; seeing a table full of people enjoying his meals was when Kevin was at his happiest.

Kevin was a compassionate and generous man who loved his family and friends dearly. He enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with his closest friends and family. Always the prankster, Kevin’s witty sense of humor will be missed.

He is survived by his father, Dean Oellermann of Glendive, Montana; brother Luke Oellermann of Denver, Colorado; high school sweetheart, Hanna Lewis; their daughter Harper; grandmothers La Verne Oellermann of Glendive, Montana, Hazel Harley of Helena, Montana; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins, along with close friends.

He was in preceded in death by his mother Denette Oellermann.

The family would like to express appreciation for the staff at St. Vincent Hospital Intensive Care Unit who cared for Kevin.

 A memorial service to honor Kevin and celebrate his life will be held Monday, May 20, 2013 at 2:00 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church, 537 Grand Ave Billings, MT.

Arrangements are by Cremation & Funeral Gallery.

Irene died in peace Wednesday, May 15, 2013.  She is survived by her son James (Kip) Gjerde; grandsons Jeff, Ross and Blake; granddaughter Sona Westerlund; and numerous nieces and nephews who called her Auntie Reenie. 

A private celebration of Irene’s life will be held at a later date.  Memorials can be sent to RiverStone Health Hospice Services or a charity of one’s choice.

Special thanks to the staff at the Hospice House for taking such great care of our mom/grandmother/great-grandmother, for getting to know all of us, and especially Irene, for taking care of her needs when she and we couldn’t, and for making her final weeks with us special.  We appreciate your enthusiasm when her great-grandkids stopped by on their bikes after school for a quick kiss and always-fresh cookie, for the late evening family gatherings, and for welcoming her “grand dogs” visits.  Thanks for the room with a clear view of the playground and baseball fields where her great-grandchildren play and spend most of their evenings.  And thanks to the deer, ducks, and rabbits who stopped to say hello just outside her window.

Arrangements are by Cremation & Funeral Gallery.

Jean graduated from high school and attended the University of Minnesota where she met and fell in love with Milton Hamm. They were married in 1941 and she discontinued her college studies. Jean lived in various ports of call while Milton was in the US Navy including Boston and New Orleans. During the time her children were born they lived on a farm outside of Cambridge, Minnesota and, seasonally, in a tarpaper shack in the woods of Northern Minnesota where Milton was a lumberjack. She perfected the wood stove angel food cake using a mixing bowl with a salmon can for the tube.

The family moved to Billings in 1955 where Jean was a waitress at The Turf, owner/operator of Jean’s Café, kitchen manager at The Crystal Lounge and waitress for many years at The Windmill when it was on 1st Avenue South. 

Raising 4 kids presented a fair share of challenges through the teenage years; Jean was “Mom” to many more than her own. The capers and escapades of the Hamm household reside in the memories of scores of high school friends. 

After her divorce from Milton in the late 1970s, she met and married Jack McDonnell and they began several years of ranch work in the Musselshell area of Montana and near Big Piney and Pinedale, Wyoming where they cultivated many rich friendships. They endeared themselves to the local populace by transporting a bounteous supply of Montana grown corn and tomatoes that they would sell in a parking lot for a fair price from the back of an old white hearse.  They also did a short stint in Nebraska as well as spending many months in Pipestone, MN, assisting Jean’s brother Charlie and his wife Marsine when Charlie had cancer. Jack and Jean were a good team always willing to lend a helping hand and a strong back—they went the extra mile with a smile. After retiring from the ranch life, they moved back to Billings where they lived for many years on Howard Avenue.

Jean was well known for her pies, angel food cakes, breads and cookies. She always had a batch of Oatmeal Crispies on hand for any visitor. Even her mail carriers were often greeted at the door with a plate of fresh from the oven cookies or cinnamon rolls. As she developed Alzheimer’s her greatest dismay came from forgetting an ingredient in one of her favorite recipes and having it fail.

Jean is survived by her children, Bruce Hamm (Marilyn) in Billings, Gayle Sisson in Florence, OR, Barbara Lerma (Tony), Anchorage, AK  and Bob Hamm (Sue) in Phoenix, AZ; her grandchildren, Kendra (Dave) Brooks, Kim Hamm; Carlo & Dino (Teresa) DeAngelis, Sean Sisson; Kyla Lumpkin and great-grandchildren, Will Brooks, Taylor & Boston DeAngelis; Brittany and Brianna Brock and Audrie Lumpkin. Jean is also survived by two sisters, Lois (Morris) Houg and Grace Halverson, many nieces & nephews and great nieces and nephews

Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Jack, in May 2012 and granddaughter, Paula Hamm in 1971. We would love to meet with friends of Jean in Billings for a celebration of her wonderful, loving, crazy life at a time and place to be announced.

In lieu of flowers or contribution to Jean’s favorite charity, we ask you to spend time with those you love, hug them and kiss them and bake them some cookies.

Arrangements are by Cremation & Funeral Gallery.

His boyhood years were in Los Angeles, California.  During the 1930’s depression he helped the family livelihood by delivering morning and night newspapers to homes. In 1935 he earned Eagle Scout award, with the Bronze merit badge. Bill graduated from Los Angeles Jr. College in 1941. He earned a pilot’s license in a Civilian Pilot Program and competed in air acrobatics.  The next stage of his life was to help the World War II war effort as an Air Traffic Controller in Anchorage, AK, Boise, ID, and Great Falls, MT.  It was in Great Falls that he met and married his bride of 57 years, Alice Curry. From that union came three daughters, Sherrie, Nancy and Carol.

In 1952 he started Bill Kelly Realty in Great Falls. Years later he established Cascade Land Corp and annexed 650 home sites in southeast Great Falls. Bill continued to contribute to land development with hillside home sites within the beautiful Bel View Palisades subdivision. He was Director and Manager of the Fidelity Savings and Loan from 1962-1979. 

In retirement, Bill and Alice traveled many winters to Palm Desert, CA.  Bill devoted several years to the loving care of his wife Alice, who passed away May 4, 2002. He lived in Great Falls until 2007 and then moved to Sidney, MT to be near his daughter Nancy and her family. 

Bill was a member of the Rotary, Elks and the Sons of the Pioneers.  His hobbies were aviation, traveling, golfing and cruising the web.  Bill especially liked to email his friends and relatives.  He wanted to be remembered as an “ordinary husband, father and granddad, who enjoyed doing the extraordinary!”

He is survived by daughters Sherrie Morris of Clovis, CA, Nancy (Larry) Simonsen of Sidney, MT and Carol (Ed) Reiser of Genoa, Il; grandchildren Christie Mora of Clovis, CA, Ryan Morris of San Diego, CA, Brendan Morris of Santa Barbara, CA, Troy Simonsen of Fargo ND, Ted (Nicole) Simonsen of Sidney MT, Kelly (Brandon) Alsup of Chicago IL, Amy Reiser of Chicago IL;  great-grandchildren Diego Mora, Josie Simonsen, Ally Simonsen, Jorgen Simonsen, and Jack Alsup; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Cremation has taken place.  Services will be held at a later date.

Donations may be made in Bill’s name to St. Vincent De Paul Society, 426 Central Ave W.,  Great Falls, MT 59404 or Riverstone Health Hospice, 123 S. 27^th St., Billings, MT 59101.

Arrangements are by Cremation & Funeral Gallery.

Shane married Christi Grewell of Silesia, MT September 10, 2011.  He leaves to cherish his memory his wife; daughter Addison Ann; son Tavarus Glenn; parents Della and Gregory Williams of El Paso, TX; brother Bisah Brown of Montana; grandparents in Lubbock, TX; his Manda Brown of Washington; in-laws Mike, Carla, Cole, Cameron, Cara Grewell, Cassidy, and Greg Juda of Montana; along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

Shane graduated from General H.H. Arnold High School In 1998 where he was class president, president of cosmetology club, and captain of his basketball, track and cross country teams.  Shane attended Langston University in Oklahoma where he received an Academic Scholarship. 

Shane became a resident of Billings in 2006.  He worked for Local 732 as an iron worker and attended Montana State University – Billings to further his education.

Shane was a wonderful husband, father, son, brother and friend who will be missed very much.

“He was sharp, he liked to dress nice, look nice, and have his family look the same.  He had high goals, was highstrung, and he was very excited about life.  When he wanted something he went out and got it.  You will truly be missed.  Love you, Bro.”  Bisah

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Friday, May 17, 2013 at Cremation & Funeral Gallery with interment to follow at Mountview Cemetery.

Arrangements are by Cremation & Funeral Gallery.

Donna was born on March 3, 1939. She married the love of her life, James Nagel, in 1955, and they made their home in Billings, Montana where they raised their two daughters, Jaime and Sue.

Donna took pride in her many hobbies, including sewing clothing for her daughters, stitch work, gardening, and reading. Her most prized moments included being with her family and friends. Donna was naturally a compassionate caregiver and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She will truly be missed by all who knew her.

She is loved and survived by her husband James Nagel; her two daughters Sue Sherman and Jaime (Lynn) Carpenter; five grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Shirley (Eugene) Spilde and Alice (Ken) Grosgebauer.

Donna’s family would like to send a special thank you to the staff and friends at Aspen Meadows for the loving care and support she received throughout the final years of her life.

You will be forever missed. We Love you.

Cremation has taken place.  A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm Friday, May 17, 2013 at Cremation & Funeral Gallery.

Arrangements are by Cremation & Funeral Gallery.

He was born August 29, 1918 to Fred and Josephine Freeberg in Wolf Point, MT.  Richard serviced in the Army Air Corps during World War II.  He enjoyed driving the Beartooth Pass and lunches at the Adult Resource Alliance.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents; sister Jeanne; granddaughter Lisa Freeberg; and son-in-law Keith LaChapelle.

He is survived by sons Wayne (June) Freeberg, Darrell (Gloria) Freeberg; daughter Melodie LaChapelle; six grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.

Cremation has taken place.  Memorial services will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Cremation & Funeral Gallery.

Memorials may be sent to the Adult Resource Alliance, 1505 Ave. D, Billings, MT 59102 or Riverstone Hospice, 123 S. 27^th St., Billings, MT 59101.

Arrangements are by Cremation & Funeral Gallery.