obituaries Deborah Johnson ST. IGNATIUS — Deborah Ann Johnson (Debbie), 60, of Missoula, passed away on Aug. 24, 2021, in the comfort of her home. Debbie Deborah was born Johnson in Ronan on June 30, 1961. She was a beautiful addition to the family of Bob-
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St. Ignatius By Irene Pritsak for the Valley Journal
ST. IGNATIUS — Once again, we would like to thank our dedicated volunteers and donors for making our yard sale and bake sale so successful. We will have another bake sale along with a craft sale right before the winter holidays, so stay tuned. On our menu for the week: — Friday, Oct. 15: lunch - tuna casserole, veggies, fruit and banana zucchini muffins — Tuesday, Oct. 19: lunch - beef lasagna, salad, rolls, fruit, dessert — Wednesday, Oct. 20: dinner - roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, veggies, fruit, dessert Have a great week.
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bie and Joe Johnson (parents) and Curtis (brother). Her family moved to Missoula in 1961, where she grew up a Montana girl - born and raised. Proud of her local roots, she was a graduate of Sentinel High School’s class of 1979. Debbie enjoyed working in the customer service industry. Her work career included retail, convenience stores, and personal caretaker. In her personal life, she was an avid Montana Grizzly football fan and was looking forward to this year’s season. She was passionate about NASCAR. She spent many cherished hours with her father watching the races. She was devoted to family and friends. Her phone calls could last for hours. She dedicated time to her hobby of capturing memories of family and friends in her amazing scrapbook. Debbie was always willing to help family, friends, and even strangers in need. She was just a phone call away. She had friends everywhere and always stayed in touch. Debbie was preceded in death by her father, Joe A. Johnson and some wellloved, four-legged devoted pets. She is survived by her mother, Bobbie; her brother, Curtis (Rose); her aunt, Sharon Hill; her nephews, Joshua and Cody; her nieces, Becky, Ellie and Jessie; and her great-nephew and great-niece, cousins, family,
and friends. Services were held on Friday, Oct. 8, at the St. Ignatius Catholic Cemetery.
Evelyn McConn RONAN — Evelyn Louise McConn (Conrad) passed away peacefully at home on Sept. 6, 2021, five weeks short of her 101st birthday. Evelyn was born in West Farmington, Ohio, on Oct. 13, 1920, to Orval Conrad and Katie Pierce. She was the youngest of five siblings, Lyle, Delta, Alton and Alta. She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings; her beloved husband, Glenn McConn; and her daughter, Linda McConn. Her lovely, sweet spirit and kind ways are missed by family and friends. Rest in peace, sweet lady.
Georgia Michel CHARLO — Georgia “Beanie” was a heavenly-gifted, worldly, talented angel. Beanie was born May 11, 1957, in Hanford, California, to John and Maxine Machado. She passed peacefully on Oct. 3, 2021, at St. Luke’s Community HosGeorgia Michel pital in Ronan. Her family relocated several times during childhood, making it second nature to make
new friends and acquaintances. She attended Hanford High School. She worked several jobs during her young adulthood and found her calling as a cook, starting at the 44 Cafe in 1997 when she moved to St. Ignatius. From there she went to Mountain View Care Center in Ronan. She spent her last three years serving as a cook at the Charlo Senior Center. She loved her service to elder community members, calling it her ministry. A confirmed Catholic, she was active in youth ministry and the Cursillo movement. Beanie was also a licensed nail technician in the State of California. She met her husband, Gilbert Ray Michel, and moved Montana in July of 1997. They wed twice: married March 29, 1999 in Lake County and joined in the sacrament on May 30, 2007, at the St. Ignatius Catholic Mission. Georgia is preceded in death by her father, mother and younger brother, David Machado. Georgia is survived by her husband, Gilbert; her only son, Tommy (Rebecca) Stephens; and her daughter in-law, Jennifer Cozzi; her brother, John (Nora) Machado; her sisters, Cindy, Marcia (Dave) Allen and Kimberly; granddaughters, Sasha, Mishaelynn, and Sierra Stephens, Taryn and Brenda Michel; nephews, Dustin, Tanner, Pace, and Sammy, and her long-time
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friend and cooking buddy, Deb Nelson. She is dearly missed by all. Services have been held.
Gladys Disney HOT SPRINGS — Former Missoula and Polson resident, 99-year-old Gladys Marie McDonald Disney “Glady,” passed away on Sunday, Oct. 3, at the Hot Springs Health and Rehab Center. Gladys was the oldest living member of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. Glady had to give up independent living several years ago due to health issues and Gladys Disney lived in an assisted living center in Missoula for one year and then a Ronan supportive living center for two years. For the last year of her life, she lived in the Hot Springs Health and Rehab Center. The family wishes to express our gratitude for the Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes Elderly Service and
Tribal Health Department whose services and support enabled Gladys to live independently as long as she was able. She was a fiercely independent woman. Gladys was born and raised on the Flathead Reservation. She was one of 13 children born to Lydia (Ludington) and John McDonald. Glady attended school in Dixon until she was 14 years old, then attended Flandreau Indian Boarding School in South Dakota. Following graduation, she went to Minneapolis to work and eventually moved to Seattle to work in the shipyards during World War II. It was there where she met her first husband, Larry Lynde, Sr., a career Navy non-commissioned officer. They lived the typical Navy life, moving many times. The couple had two children, Larry Lynde, Jr., and Kim Marie. They eventually divorced, and Gladys with Larry Jr. and Kim in tow, moved back to the reservation and eventually to Missoula, where she worked in a variety of restaurants until returning to the Flathead
Thank You... On behalf of the family of Violet Harris, we would like to thank everyone for the love and support we have received during this time of grief. Thank you, Herb, Josh, and Stacy
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