obituaries ShaVonne Whitworth ST. IGNATIUS — ShaVonne Anna Marie Whitworth made her amazing grand entrance into the world on June 26, 1991, in Missoula. Born to ShaVonne Michelle Whitworth Morigeau and Shawn Withworth she joined her brother, Steven, and sister, Ginger, Morigeau. When Shawn saw his baby girl he immediately called her Chevy and to us she was our ’91 Chevy and to her Uncle Charlie she was known as Cadillac. ShaVonne was welcomed by both of her parents’ families, which included the Morigeau’s, the Charlo’s and the Whitworths. She always had her aunties, uncles and cousins where ever she went. ShaVonne’s infectious laugh lit up any room she walked into. In high school she played softball and developed sisterly bonds with her lifelong friends, Caiti (Masters) Linse and Dani (Crockett) Nordwick. They made many memories during their snowmobiling trips with the Crockett race team and on to be college roommates. ShaVonne met, in her words, the love of her life, 22 - January 26, 2022
Kurtis Snell and although their love for each other didn’t last, they had two beautiful children together, Kurtis William Snell Jr. in 2012 and Shauntel Antoinette Snell in 2013. Their children will always know their mother loved them deeply and will continue to be with them by their sides. ShaVonne had an adventurous spirit and at the age of 14 she took a three-week-long tour of Australia, which she loved and talked about for may years after. The times that she spent with family picking huckleberries in the mountains, swimming at the lakes and floating the river, shall remain in our memories and hearts forvever. Chevy lost her father at the very young, tender age of of 10 years old, which affected her deeply into her older years. We will never know what truly tortured my baby’s soul, which led her on a sad lonely path that eventually took her from us at the very young age of 30. If love could have healed her heart she definitely would have lived forever, as all whom met her fell in love with lil’ Ms. Chevy. Today with a healed soul, she dances in Heaven with her father Shawn, her ancestors and all the angels ShaVonne is preceded in death by her father, Shawn Witworth; grandmothers, Kathy Smith and Nadine Whitworth; grandfathers, Jacque Morigeau and Jack
Howlett; uncles, Dane Morigeau, Rod Morigeau, Henry Clairmont; and niece, Serentity Clairmont, as well many others. She is survived by her children, KJ and Shauntel Snell; her mother, Michelle Morigeau; her brother, Steven (Katreena) Morigeau; her sister, Ginger Morigeau; her grandmother, Jeanie Morigeau; aunties, Rosie ( Jake) Marchi, Malissa Morigeau, and Lisa (Lennie) Hales; uncles, Chuck (Serena) Morigeau, Christopher (Ionela) Morigeau; as well as many great uncles and aunties and cousins and her special protector, Harley CutFinger, who always had her back and watched out for her. Until we meet again our sweet Queen Chev’. You are forever in our hearts.
Helen Symington RONAN — Helen Louisa (Colgrove) Symington of Ronan passed away on Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at Mountain View Care Center from years of a broken heart and natural causes. She was born on Dec. 17, 1938, to Roy and Helen Colgrove in Columbus, Montana. Helen Helen attended Symington school in Columbus,
Polson, and then graduated from Charlo High School in 1957. Soon after, she attended Nebraska Christian College. After college, she moved back home and worked at the consolidated dairy in the Creamery Mall. Helen soon met the love of her life, James Symington. On Sept. 30, 1961, they married and started their life together. They raised four children together and were the owners of Ronan Laundry for many years. Helen was a member of the Jaycees, Sparks and Throttle Car Club and the Ronan Women’s Club. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, James Symington; her parents, Roy and Helen Colgrove; her brother, Edward Colgrove; her brother-inlaw, Robert Symington; and her nephew, Rusty Symington. Helen is survived by her children, Kathy Symington of Ronan, Judy (Donald) Pierce of St. Ignatius, Jim ( Joy) Symington of Texas, and Henry Symington of Ronan; her brother, Bob Colgrove; and her sister, Mary Jane Eldridge; as well as, eight grandchildren, Tiffany, Justin, Heather, Cole, Natasha, Julia, Faith, and Joely and nine great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; brother-in-law, Alvie Symington; sister-in-law, Hazel Colgrove; as well as many beloved friends. Services have been held. Memories and condo-
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lences may be sent to the family at: www.shriderthompson.com. Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
Patrick Devlin POLSON — Patrick Dale Devlin, age 66, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, at his home of natural causes. A Celebration of Life for Patrick will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
George Stonehocker RONAN — George Oscar Stonehocker, passed away peacefully in his sleep at Beehive Homes in Kalispell on Jan. 17, 2022, just two days after his 96th birthday. He was born on Jan. 15, 1926, in Philipsburg, Montana, to Harry and Rosilla (Smith) Stonehocker. He was an only child. He and his family moved to Ronan when he was five years old. He was a World War II veteran. He met the love of his life, Jewell Needham and they were married on Aug. 17, 1947. They were married for 64 years before she passed away in March 2011. He farmed for most of his life in Ronan. He loved pack trips into the Bob Marshall Wilderness
and the Pintlers as well as fishing and hunting. George loved music and played the mandolin. He sang a lot of his favorite old hymns at home for family and friends as well as some of the area nursing homes. George had a loving relationship with the Lord and enjoyed reading the bible and bible study material. When his eyed failed, he started listening to bible teaching tapes. He had great biblical discussions with family and friends. He was a member of the VFW and the American Legion. He will be sadly missed. “Until next time.” We wish to thank Beehive Homes and their entire staff for all the excellent care and love they showed Dad. George was preceded in death by his wife, Jewell; his sons, Dean and Cliff; his daughter, Julie Krueger and his grandson, Rod; and his parents, Harry and Rosilla Stonehocker. He is survived by his sons, Terry (Ginna) of Kila, Warren of Ronan and Ted (Terali) of Republic, Washington, as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Services for George were private by the family. Memories and condolences may be sent to the family at: www.shriderthompson.com. Arrangements are under the care of Shrider – Thompson Funeral Home.
