The Billings Gazette du lieu suivant : Billings, Montana • 20

Wednesday, May 21, 2008 OBITUARIES Billings Gazettell BILLINGS Ken Besel, 60 Jane E. Bohne, 73 Vicki L. Engen, 57 Dorothy Hayford Lyman, 92 Mary Donette Ryan, 33 STATE AND AREA DEATHS Great Falls: Charles R. Wetzel, 61; Mary C. Peretti, 73 Hardin: Todd Munn, 15; August Lachenmeier, 80 Helena: Josephine Rognrud, 87 Huntley: Ronald Padilla, 53 Livingston: Steven I.

Swift, 55 Missoula: Deidra Walker Martin; Donald Acheson, 87; Linwood L. Parks, 83 Plentywood: Patrick James Cybulski, 23 Pompeys Danny R. Lechner, 54 Powell, John Lowe, 86 Reed Point: J.E. DeFrance Sheridan, Fay Bethurem, 78 Twin Bridges: Betty Whiting, 79 FORMERLY OF: Billings: Bernie Johnson, 67, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Mill Iron and Plevna: Albert Bretzel, 88, Miles City Scottsdale, Mary E. Chamber, 82, Glendive Bullis-Mortuary Eastern Montana Crematory Hardin, MT 406-665-1207 MEMBER INVITATION BY SELECTED Independent Since 1918 TURNS PLENTY Funeral mass for Ralph Turns Plenty Jr.

will be celebrated 1 p.m. Wednesday, St. Charles Mission. Rosary: 4 p.m. Tuesday, Bullis Funeral Chapel.

Interment with military honors, Turns Plenty Cremation OR Funeral Gallery A Full Service Mortuary Absaroka Beartooth Columbariums Jerry Nordquist Sharon Brown 29 8" St. Billings 254-2414 CHILDS Madeline, 97, Memorial 10am Thurs-Lillis Chapel St. Johns. 22 BRACY Catherine, 76, Billings Memorial 10 am Fri. at the Gallery.20 PHILLIPS Paul, Infant, Billings Cremation.

Private memorial planned.20 IVERSON Rocky, 44, Park City Gathering 1pm Fri. Rocky's home.23 Ms Michelotti Sawyers Mortuary and Crematory Serving All Faiths With Dignity since 1956. Continuous Family Ownership for 2 generations. 1001 Alderson Ave. 406-252-3417 PADILLA Ronald, 53, of Huntley.

Arrangements SELECTED Independent FUNERAL HOMES www.michelottisawyers.com How to submit Obituaries For obituary information, call 406-657-1241 or 800-543-2505 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday- Friday; 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday and 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday.

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If you have a special request for the obituary or photo, please inform The Gazette in advance. Obituaries are also posted under the "News" tab on www.billings gazette.com. To share memories or send condolences In Our Care please go to Dahl Funeral Cremation Service Billings RYAN Mary, 33. Memorial service 2 p.m. at Dahl Funeral Chapel.

Interment of ashes will be in Mountview Cemetery. Memorials: Mary D. Ryan fund, Wells Fargo BankBillings Heights, 1325 Main, Billings, MT 59105-9900. 22 BESEL Ken, 60. Memorial services 10 a.m.

at Mount Olive Lutheran Church. Interment of ashes in Sunset Memorial Gardens. 23 LECHNER Danny 54, of Pompeys Pillar. Closed casket visitation Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Dahl Chapel.

Funeral service, 10 a.m. Saturday, at Huntley Project High School Gymnasium. Cremation will take place after the service with a private family burial of ashes at a later date. 24 Bozeman HAHN Willard of Loveland, Colo. Memorial service will be 2 p.m.

Friday, at Dahl Funeral Chapel. 23 Billings Bozeman roBed Lodge 10 Yellowstone 300 Highland McGillen (406) 248-8807 (406) 586-5298 (406) 446-1800 NOTICE Information Tents, Office and Mausoleum of the City of Billings, Mountview Cemetery, will be open from 10am to 2pm Saturday, Sunday and Monday, May 24, 25 and 26, 2007 Memorial Day Parade starts at 10am in the southern part of the Cemetery with the Veteran Memorial Service at Cemetery grounds will be open to the public, 7am to 9pm. Come join the celebration. Robert P. Ryan A memorial service for Robert P.

Ryan will be held at Saint Luke's Episcopal Church in Billings, at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 21. Smith Funeral Chapels and Crematory Serving Billings Area for 110 Years Complete Funeral, and Cemetery Pre-Arrangements with Cremation Niches, Lawn Crypts and Mausoleum. Reception Facilities Available TWO CONVENIENT LOCATIONS IN BILLINGS www.smit chapels.com SMITH WEST CHAPEL Adjacent to Terrace Gardens Cemetery 304 34TH ST. W.

245-6427 4 Blocks N. of Central on 34th St. W. TALLEY Frances 83. Memorial service 2 p.m.

Thursday, May 22 at Smith West Chapel, 304 34th St. BOHNE Jane 73, of Billings. Arrangements pending at Smith's West SMITH DOWNTOWN CHAPEL 925 S. 27th 245-6427 HENDERSHOT Annie, 88, of Billings. Visitations Wednesday morning.

Funeral service 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, at Smith Downtown Chapel, 925 S. 27th with interment to follow at Mountview VEZINA Alveda Mae, 82, of Billings. Visitations begin at 2 p.m. Tuesday, at Smith Downtown Chapel.

Funeral service 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 21, at the Belvedere LDS Stake Center, 2929 Belvedere Drive, with interment to follow at Sunset Memorial FEIST James, 66, of Billings. Memorial service 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, at Smith Downtown ALLES Margaret Ann (Campbell), 97, of Worden. Memorial service will be 10 a.m.

Thursday, May 22, at the Bethlehem Congregational Church in Worden. Interment of her ashes will be at Pleasantview Cemetery in Ballantine. Memorials to the Worden Fire and Ambulance or the Eagle Cliff MELIUS Arlie, 89, of Billings. Visitations begin Wednesday afternoon at Smith Downtown Chapel. Funeral service 11 a.m.

Thursday, May 22, at the Belvedere LDS Stake Center, 2929 Belvedere, with interment to follow at Sunset Memorial ENGEN Vicki 57, Billings. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Saturday, May 31, at Shiloh United Methodist Church, 1810 Shiloh Road. SMITH FUNERAL CHAPEL LAUREL 315 E. 3rd.

628-6858 STOLL Robert 63, of Laurel. Cremation has taken place. Services at a later SMITH OLCOTT CHAPEL RED LODGE 201 N. Broadway 446-1121 SMITH FUNERALCHAPEL COLUMBUS 35 N. Diamond St.

628-6858 Flowers Honor Gainans GIVER 245-6434 -1-800-755-7576 gainans.com Billings Monument Co. Proudly serving Billings for over 100 years EST. 1896 CEMETERY MEMORIALS 3823 MONTANA AVE. HOURS: 406-245-3391 1-800-498-3319 Yellowstone Valley MEMORIAL PARK and Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary and Crematory invite you to a Memorial Day Service of Rememberance 11:30 am Monday, May 26th at Yellowstone Valley Memorial Park 3605 Grand Avenue Pleuse bring lawn chairs Arlie June Melius Our beautiful and loving wife, mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 18, 2008. Arlie June Melius was born on Sept.

12, 1918, in Rexburg, Idaho, to Edna Grace (Davey) ARLIE Arnold and MELIUS Melvin Arnold. Arlie's father died when she was very young; she was raised by her Grandmother and Granddad Davey. She lived most of her life around Billings, attended Taft, Garfield and Lincoln High. Arlie finished her education at Townsend Beauty School. In 1936, Arlie set her eye on a handsome accordion player, Joe Melius, and ended up marrying the love of her life.

They enjoyed 71 years together, spending most of their time traveling, rock hunting, camping, enjoying nature and their grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Arlie was famous for the beautiful handmade gifts she gave to her lucky friends and family. After raising her children, Arlie worked at West High School as a custodian. The memory of Arlie's soft ways and simple lifestyle will be cherished by: Mel and Karen Melius, and their children, Michelle and (Craig) Still, Tana and (Scott) Hanson, Doug and (Kelly), Pamela and (Peter) Byorth, and Michael and (Amy); Voni and Jim Fletcher and their children Jeff and Greg. Grandma Arlie will also be missed by her great-grandchildren, Michael, Alex, Gabby, Madison, Kendall, Jasmine, Liberty and Emma.

Visitations may be made Wednesday evening, May 21, at Smith Downtown Chapel, 925 S. 27th and prior to the service at the church on Thursday. The funeral service will be held at the LIDS Stake Center, 2929 Belvedere Drive, on Thursday, May 22, at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or The Alzheimer Association.

Sharron Stompro and Troy Becker Dear Family and Friends: on Sunday, May 25, the Becker and Daugharty families will be celebrating the lives of Sharron Louise (Daugharty) Stompro and her son, Troy Becker, both of whom passed away in August and November of 2007. Family and friends of Sharron and Troy are invited to come together in Clark Fork, Idaho, for a memorial at Clark Fork Cemetery (located on the hillside north of Clark Fork, north on Lightning Creek Road and then east on Cemetery Road), to be followed by lunch at Clark Senior Center. The memorial is scheduled to begin at 11:30 a.m. Lunch should begin at approximately 1 p.m. if you need additional information, please don't hesitate to contact Jim Daugharty at 406-212-4554 or Zach Daugharty at 206-658-5544.

John Lowe POWELL, Wyo. John Roy Lowe, 86, of Powell, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at his home. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 22, at Thompson Funeral Home in Powell. Graveside services will be at 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, May 24, at the Burlington Cemetery, Burlington. Mary Donette Ryan Mary D. Ryan died as a result of a motorcycle accident on May 19, 2008. She was born Sept. 15, 1974, in Billings, the daughter of Donald and Shirley (Kerr) Ryan.

She attended Holy Rosary and Lockwood Elementary Schools, Senior High School and Billings Central. Mary leaves behind her children, Anthony John Williams and Anthony's father, Trampis Williams, Jordan Ryan, Regan Jay Clark and their father Cy Clark; siblings, Connie RYAN (Terry) Taylor, Jim Wright, Debbie (James) Clevenger, Joe (Bette) Wright, all of Billings, Jack Wright Minden, Jay Wright of Reno, Cindy (Barry) Six of Billings, Jeffrey Wright of San Antonio, Texas; mother-in-law, Millie Clark. She was preceded in death by her mother, Shirley Jean Ryan; sister, Sally Ann Leona Wright. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, May 22, at Dahl Funeral Chapel.

Interment of ashes will be in Mountview Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Mary D. Ryan fund, Wells Fargo Bank-Billings Heights, 1325 Main, Billings, MT 59105-9900. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at Ken Besel Kenneth R. Besel, 60, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at Aspen Meadows in Billings, after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

Ken was born Feb. 8, 1948, on the family farm between Laurel and Billings. He graduated from West High in 1966. Ken loved to work with his hands and worked in construction and home remodeling most of his life. He enjoyed his time.

working at the Metra with his coworkers, and also enjoyed his many friendships he established over the years. Family gatherings were KEN highlights in his BESEL life, as he loved spending time with his brothers, sister, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Ken's faith in the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior was the cornerstone of his life. He was an active member of Mount Olive Lutheran Church since 1961. Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Helen Besel.

He is survived by brothers, Marv (Jeanette) Besel and their children, Rob (Jamie) Besel and children Daniel and Isabel, Danica (Jack) Brandon and children Brianna and Ian, and Chris; Jim (Nic) Besel; Randy (Nancy) Besel and their children David and Jon; sister, Sue (Bill) Dutcher and their children Helen and Michael. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at Aspen Meadows and to Kelly Besel for his Tuesday getaways. Ken's sense of humor and friendly nature will be missed by all. Memorial services will be 10 a.m. Friday, May 23, at Mount Olive Lutheran Church.

Interment of ashes will be in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 2336 Saint Johns Billings, MT 59102. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at It's Our Honor Memorial Day May 26th For over 50 years Gainan's has been committed to helping you honor your loved ones on Memorial Day. Contact us, and we'll automatically deliver a bouquet every Memorial Day so your loved ones will always be remembered. Delivery to all Billings Cemeteries by 8 AM Sunday, May 25th MEMORIAL DAY HOURS Downtown West Stores: Sunday, 9am-11am; Monday -closed Gorden Center: Sunday Monday 11om-4pm Gainans Order by phone 24 hours a day: gainans.com 245-6434 800-755-7576 Patrick Cybulski Jic PLENTYWOOD UI At Celebration of Life Mass for Patrick Cybulski will be held on Thursday, May 22, at 10 a.m., at St.

Joseph Catholic Church, with Father Marcel Vogel officiating; vigil rites will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, at the church. Interment will be in Plentywood Cemetery. Patrick James Cybulski was born to Steve and Barb Cybulski MARY KEN on July 30, 1983, in Plentywood. He grew up in Plentywood and graduated from Plentywood High School in 2001.

Patrick attended several colleges and universities, most recently the University Bismarck, N.D. PATRICK CYBULSKI of Mary, in stage. Patrick was most at peace when he was singing and this offered everyone that knew him a glimpse of his heart. He was closest to God through his gift of singing; and forever if we close our eyes, we will be able to hear him. Patrick was preceded in death by his grandmother, Marianne Cybulski, and his grandfather, Dan DeShaw.

His parents, Steve and Barb Cybulski of Plentywood; brother Dr. Travis Hanel and his wife Alesha and their children Matthew, Ariana and Sophia of Hallock, sisters Katie of Indianapolis, and Abigail of Plentywood sur-1 vive him. His grandfather, Jim Cybulski of Plentywood and this grandmother Barb Wallalof Sidney, as well as numerous uncles, aunts and cousins also! survive him. Mi Patrick was loved by many and will be greatly missed for his enormous heart, infectious laugh and his beautiful voice. Friends may call at Fulkerson's in Plentywood.

Louise M. Sluiter SAVAGE Louise M. Sluiter, 94, of Savage, died Saturday, Feb. 9, 2008, at The Cozy Cottage in Billings. A celebration of life service will be at 3 p.m.

Saturday, May 24, at Fulkerson Funeral Home Memorial Chapel in Sidney. Interment of cremains will be held at a later date. 30.0 0 Rocky Iverson Jo! 6 PARK CITY Rocky Iverson, 44, of Park City, died Sunday, May 18, 2008, at Billings has taken A celebration of life will be at 1 Friday, May 23, at Rocky and Sheryl's home in Park City. Cremation or Funeral Gallery of Billings is in charge. Please see Obituaries, 9B Patrick was a very passionate man.

He found great joy in golfing, hunting, fishing, the arts and being with his family and friends. Patrick found great peace on the golf course, occasionally interrupted with a wicked hook or slice. He was a heavy hitter from the tee box, and often a miracle maker on the green. He loved hunting and fishing with his family and friends. His specialty was duck hunting, and he displayed the skill of a "duck whisperer" when calling in ducks.

Patrick was a very animated person, excelling in high school speech and drama, winning the Humorous Solo state championship, and performing at several theaters, including the Medora Musical. Patrick loved the time he' spent with his family and friends. Patrick was a very efficient, hard worker who enjoyed agriculture, working with farm equipment and animals. Working with Patrick sometimes involved innovative ways to "skin 1 the cat." Always the competitor, Patrick' relished "smearing" relatives at the card table. Patrick found the hidden humor in life, and his hearty laugh could always be heard above the noise of the family gatherings.

His nieces and nephew held a special place in his heart. He took a special liking to his niece and goddaughter, Sophia Hanel, who he proclaimed as "the most beautiful girl in the world." Patrick's greatest gift, however, was his voice. A divine talent, Patrick's voice touched many lives through his performances at weddings, funerals, concerts and Catholic Masses. In high school, he received all superior ratings at district and state music festival for not just vocal performances, but also trombone and ensemble pieces. Patrick was ultimately selected to perform at the Portland Memorial Coliseum for the All Northwest Music Festival, the pinnacle of high school music achievements.

His exceptional voice lent itself to all genres of music. One of the most cherished of Patrick's performances was an operatic duet "The Prayer" with his sister Katie. However, he was just as happy dazzling the crowd with "Hey Jude" on the karaoke stage. Patrick was most at peace when he was singing and this.