A memorial service for Bonnie Kaye Panasuk, 65 of Culbertson, Mont., was held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 12, 2022, at The Church of Grace and Peace, Culbertson, Mont., with Pastor Ross Reinhiller officiating. Services are under the care of the Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney, Mont. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons. com. Bonnie passed away Sunday, May 8, 2022, at Sanford Hospital, Bismarck, N.D. In lieu of flowers, Bonnie and her family ask that you make a donation to the Roosevelt Medical Health Foundation. This can be done by calling Roosevelt Medical Center and contacting Jaimee Green at 406-787-6401. Bonnie Kaye Panasuk, age 65, left this earth on May 8, 2022. She was born June 18, 1956 to parents Arthur (Pete) and Mildred Rath. She had one sister, Sharon, and one brother, Randy. Bonnie was raised in Elgin, N.D., where her family farmed. In her early years, she could be found milking cows and working summer fallow. Even as a young girl, she could outwork the boys and had a passion for all things play and adventure. She married Kevin Grosz in 1973 and, shortly thereafter, they welcomed their beloved daughter, Jennifer Grosz, to their family. The family moved to, Ansbach, Germany, where they welcomed their only son, Dustin Grosz. Becoming a mother was one of her greatest joys and those early years ‘raising her children’ were some of her favorite memories. There are so many pictures, stories and even ‘special’ outfits that are now donned by her great-grandchildren. As a young mother with a fun-loving spirit, she reserved a significant place in her heart for this period of her life. After their return to the United States, she attended college in Dickinson, N.D., at Dickinson State University where she graduated with her associate degree. The family then moved to Bismarck, N.D., to be closer to their families. This allowed her to spend time at the family farm and with her parents, whom she loved whole heartedly. Her warm demeanor, intelligence and attention to details were put to good use when she opened her own bookkeeping business. She was a woman ahead of her time, balancing her young family and operating a thriving business. In true Bonnie fashion, she forged her own path and had many adoring clients that spanned over the 30 years that her business was thriving. One of the greatest tragedies in Bonnie’s life happened when her daughter Jennifer experienced a traumatic brain injury while at dance class. Bonnie courageously cared for her daughter as a primary caregiver and devoted mother for many years. Her attention to detail carried over to the care of her daughter. The devotion and commitment that she showed her after this tragedy were rare traits that not many people have. In the early 2000s, Bonnie decided that she needed a change and that rural lake life suited her and moved to one of favorite places at Fort Peck, Mont. She made many lifelong friends and had so many days of fishing and hunting that she documented in her journal. Fourth of July on the lake for many years are some of her most special memories for her entire family. Thanksgiving 2004, Bonnie met her present husband Zane Panasuk, whom she dated for two years and they married on June 2, 2006. Bonnie and Zane lived primarily on the Centennial Ranch north of Culbertson. Zane and Bonnie still enjoyed many wonderful Thursdays and weekends at the lake. Bonnie shared an amazing love for both the lake and the ranch. She loved having her grandkids at the farm riding 4-wheelers, hunting and gardening. After working at the ranch, she would take the grandkids to the lake for fishing, boating and relaxation. Bonnie also had a great love for animals, the cattle on the ranch and especially her dogs, first Peter and then Abby. Her love for everyone and every animal only showed how much love she had to give. Bonnie was always an amazing friend and was generous with her time and devoted many hours of her time to giving to the church and the children of the community. In 2019, Bonnie was diagnosed with lung cancer and fought a courageous battle. Bonnie loved the staff at the Sidney Cancer Center and appreciated the care that they gave her through her fight, never allowing her to give up her hope and faith. Bonnie loved being a mother and making sure to care of her husband, grandkids, parents, nieces, nephews, friends, church family and children that she took her last breath on Mother’s Day. Grateful for having shared in Bonnie’s life are her husband, Zane Panasuk, her children, Dustin (Bobbie) Grosz of Sisters, Ore., Cary Cochran, Sheridan (Dan) Cotrell of Red Lodge, Mont., and Jericho Panasuk of Los Angeles, Calif.; her grandchildren, Britny (Brock), Tyler (Megan), Brianna (Grant), Brooke, Ashley, Kaia, Carmen, Rylee, Madelynn, Zane, Tommy and Ava; her great-grandchildren, Keenan, Sydnee, Cristian, Adelynn and Jocelynn; parents, Arthur (Mildred) Rath; sister, Sharon (Gene) Schmitz; brother, Randy (Velecia) Rath; and many nieces and nephews. Bonnie was preceded in death by her daughter, Jennifer Grosz; and father and mother-in-law, Willie (Donna) Panasuk. (Paid Obituary)

Marla Jane Murray, 71, of Bridger died April 20, 2022. She grew up in Culbertson, where she met Chester Murray her surviving spouse of 53 years of marriage. Together, they had three daughters, Susan Fassler, Becky Harper and Melanie Murray. That lineage led to 13 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Growing up, her two favorite things were her grandmother Violet Olson and her horse, Penny. She had a gift when it came to connecting with people and everyone left feeling special from her in some way. She had a heart of compassion combined with forgiveness that enabled her to see the good in family, friends and the community around her. She worked hard all her life and was at work at the time of her death in a tragic fire. That loss will be felt by all, but if she could leave any legacy it would be Love the Lord and those around you. She was predeceased by her parents, Melvin Olson and Barbara Olson; and her brother James Olson. She is survived by her daughters, Susan Fassler, Becky Harper and Melanie Murray; and her sisters, Donna Sitter, Beverly Davidson and Julia Kempf. A funeral service was held Saturday, April 30, at the Bridger Elementary School.

Lyle Knudsen, 81, of Bainville, Mont., passed away on Thursday, May 5, 2022, at the Billings Clinic in Billings, Mont. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Williston, N.D., is assisting the family. Friends may sign the register and give their condolences at www.fulkersons.com. Lyle’s funeral service will be held on Sunday, May 15, 2022, at 2 p.m. (MST) at the Bainville School in Bainville, Mont. Pastor Lane Vannatta will officiate. Lyle will be laid to rest in Bainville Cemetery in Bainville, Mont. Visitation will be held at the Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home Chapel in Williston on Friday, May 13, 2022, from 12 to 4 p.m. (CST) and one hour prior to the service time on Sunday. The funeral service will be livestreamed. You can view Lyle’s service directly on his obituary page on Fulkerson Stevenson’s website at www. fulkersons.com. Lyle Hartvig Knudsen was born on Feb. 20, 1941, to Hartvig and Hazel Knudsen. His father passed away when Lyle was just five years old. He was raised on the family farm just north of Bainville along with his siblings Gerald, Wayne, Naoma, Beulah and Orabelle. Faith and family helped them through those tough times. Lyle attended Bainville School and graduated in 1959. After high school, he worked as a farmhand and, in 1961, his sister Beulah introduced him to a coworker named Mary Madson. They were a perfect match and, in 1962, they were married in Ronan, Mont. They farmed north of Lanark and started a family. In that same year, Lyle joined the Montana National Guard. He was honorably discharged in 1968 with the rank of E-5. He proved to be a good role model as his three boys all joined the National Guard when they got older. In 1970, Lyle moved his family to Ronan, Mont., where he worked as a shop foreman for a Chrysler dealership. Eastern Montana called them back to Bainville in the mid ‘70s where Lyle started Knudsen Repair Center where the Welcome Stop is presently located. Lyle decided to get into the oil business in the ‘80s and started Knudsen Contract Pumping. Along with his sons, Lyle worked many years in the oilfield and also worked as a school bus mechanic and bus driver for the Bainville School. Lyle was mechanically minded and because of that talent many people would call or stop by the house asking questions about their vehicle issues for years after the repair shop had closed. Lyle was a hardworking man his entire life. He found joy in the simple things each day. He enjoyed deer hunting, toe tapping gospel music and following the activities and growth of his grandchildren. Lyle was an active member of Bainville Faith Fellowship Church. He along with other members helped to purchase, move and setup the church in its current location. Lyle loved to travel with Mary whether it was on an Alaskan cruise, to see his sister Beulah in California or on the back roads of Montana. He would take Mary almost daily to the Welcome Stop for coffee and a visit with friends followed by a drive in the side by side to check on the town. He was a good and true partner. Lyle was preceded in death by his parents, Hartvig and Hazel; siblings, Gerald, Wayne, Naoma and Orabelle, and daughter-in-law, Jayne. Lyle is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Mary; sister, Beulah; daughter, Sherry Welty; sons, Lane, Mike (Melissa) and Brent; grandkids, Whitney and Tyler Welty, Joel (Kristen) and Seth (Mari) Knudsen, Christian and Torgun Knudsen; and great-grandkids, Jane Knudsen and Lilah Welty; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. (Paid Obituary)

Kevin Henry Seitz died on Sunday, May 1, 2022, at his home in Culbertson. He was born in Billings on Oct. 14, 1958, to Henry Herman and Arlys Jean Seitz. He grew up in Broadview, helping with the family farm which is where his love for farming and agriculture started. He attended Northern Montana College in Havre, where he received a farm and ranch management degree as well as a business administration degree. It is also where he met Rhonda Anderson (Seitz). They started their family in Billings. After moving around for a few years, they settled in Nezperce, Idaho, where all four children grew up and graduated from Nezperce High School. His job as a soil conservationist for the Natural Resources Conservation Services then took him to Williston, N.D., which allowed him to pursue his passion at a higher level. He and his wife resided in Culbertson, where he lived full time until his death. He was a road warrior. He spent many years driving (or following) his four children around to various sporting activities. There were countless hours spent in the gym coaching and practicing with his children. He never missed one of their games if he could help it. He coached many of his children’s basketball teams, making an impact not only on his own children for his love of the sport, but also made a difference to so many of his children’s friends. He continued to be a mentor to the youth of his community. He led by example and was a role model to his children. He taught them how to work hard, treat people with respect, and most importantly, that family is the most important thing in life. He enjoyed many things including being a member of the Nezperce Lions Club, hunting, fishing, gardening, basketball and refereeing, but spending time with his family was what he enjoyed most. He had the gift of gab. “Stranger” was not in his vocabulary. He could strike up a conversation with anyone. He is survived by his wife, Rhonda of Culbertson/Nezperce; son, Nathan Seitz of Grangeville, Idaho; three daughters, Melissa Strerath of Lewiston, Idaho, Michelle Cannon of Moscow, Idaho, and Kelsie Seitz of Lewiston, Idaho; numerous grandchildren; brothers, Jim Seitz of Acton and Dave Seitz of Billings; and sister Trish Kellogg of Camas, Wash. He was preceded in death by his twin brother, Keith Seitz. A funeral service was held Saturday, May 7, at Smiths Billings West End Chapel.

Lyle Knudsen, 81, of Bainville, Mont., passed away on Thursday, May 5, 2022, at the Billings Clinic in Billings, Mont. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Williston, N.D., is assisting the family. Friends may sign the register and give their condolences at www.fulkersons.com. Lyle’s funeral service will be held on Sunday, May 15, 2022, at 2 p.m. (MST) at the Bainville School in Bainville, Mont. Pastor Lane Vannatta will officiate. Lyle will be laid to rest in Bainville Cemetery in Bainville, Mont. Visitation will be held at the Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home Chapel in Williston on Friday, May 13, 2022, from 12 to 4 p.m. (CST) and one hour prior to the service time on Sunday. The funeral service will be livestreamed. You can view Lyle’s service directly on his obituary page on Fulkerson Stevenson’s website at www. fulkersons.com. Lyle Hartvig Knudsen was born on Feb. 20, 1941, to Hartvig and Hazel Knudsen. His father passed away when Lyle was just five years old. He was raised on the family farm just north of Bainville along with his siblings Gerald, Wayne, Naoma, Beulah and Orabelle. Faith and family helped them through those tough times. Lyle attended Bainville School and graduated in 1959. After high school, he worked as a farmhand and, in 1961, his sister Beulah introduced him to a coworker named Mary Madson. They were a perfect match and, in 1962, they were married in Ronan, Mont. They farmed north of Lanark and started a family. In that same year, Lyle joined the Montana National Guard. He was honorably discharged in 1968 with the rank of E-5. He proved to be a good role model as his three boys all joined the National Guard when they got older. In 1970, Lyle moved his family to Ronan, Mont., where he worked as a shop foreman for a Chrysler dealership. Eastern Montana called them back to Bainville in the mid ‘70s where Lyle started Knudsen Repair Center where the Welcome Stop is presently located. Lyle decided to get into the oil business in the ‘80s and started Knudsen Contract Pumping. Along with his sons, Lyle worked many years in the oilfield and also worked as a school bus mechanic and bus driver for the Bainville School. Lyle was mechanically minded and because of that

Kevin Henry Seitz died on Sunday, May 1, 2022, at his home in Culbertson. He was born in Billings on Oct. 14, 1958, to Henry Herman and Arlys Jean Seitz. He grew up in Broadview, helping with the family farm which is where his love for farming and agriculture started. He attended Northern Montana College in Havre, where he received a farm and ranch management degree as well as a business administration degree. It is also where he met Rhonda Anderson (Seitz). They started their family in Billings. After moving around for a few years, they settled in Nezperce, Idaho, where all four children grew up and graduated from Nezperce High School. His job as a soil conservationist for the Natural Resources Conservation Services then took him to Williston, N.D., which allowed him to pursue his passion at a higher level. He and his wife resided in Culbertson, where he lived full time until his death. He was a road warrior. He spent many years driving (or following) his four children around to various sporting activities. There were countless hours spent in the gym coaching and practicing with his children. He never missed one of their games if he could help it. He coached many of his children’s basketball teams, making an impact not only on his own children for his love of the sport, but also made a difference to so many of his children’s friends. He continued to be a mentor to the youth of his community. He led by example and was a role model to his children. He taught them how to work hard, treat people with respect, and most importantly, that family is the most important thing in life. He enjoyed many things

Shirley Wallander, 85, of Billings, previously of Froid, died Thursday, April 21, 2022, at her home. She was born Oct. 25, 1936, in Medicine Lake to Lu and Melvin Tronson. She graduated from Medicine Lake High School in 1955. On Jan. 3, 1957, she married Gregory Wallander in Sidney and they spent 65 years together. She enjoyed children, especially babies, and was a foster parent for several infants. All of her grandchildren have many fond memories of time they spent with her. She worked as a secretary/ bookkeeper for a short time, but her favorite role in life was being a homemaker. She was an excellent cook and also enjoyed her flower gardens. While living in Froid, she was a member of the Roosevelt County Library board, the Froid Womens Club and was a member of the Froid Congregational Church. She

Reuben Carl Damm passed away unexpectedly April 28, 2022. Reuben was born Nov. 1, 1939, the third of six children of Alexander and Mollie Damm. He was born at the family home near Froid, Mont., and attended Culbertson Public Schools, graduating in 1958. He served honorably as a member of the Montana National Guard while obtaining his teaching credentials and bachelor’s degree from Northern Montana College (now MSU-Northern). He taught school in Plentywood, Hysham and then Harlowton where he met Joann White whom he married in 1966. Their daughter, Anna Karenina Damm, was born in 1968 while both worked in the Granite County School District. In 1971, he completed a master’s degree in education. Beginning in 1975, Reuben worked at White Pine Sash in Missoula. In 1981, he and Joann divorced. He then met Beth Runge at the Solo Stars Square Dance group in Lolo, and they married on Oct. 30, 1982. After over a decade at White Pine, Reuben returned to UM for his special education teaching certification. In 1987, Reuben and Beth moved to Arco, Idaho, where he taught for over a decade, and they served the community as members of the Arco Baptist Church. In 2005, Reuben and Beth returned to Montana. Though retired, he did not slow down. He worked tirelessly, serving the Columbus Community Congregation UCC and the Museum of the Beartooths. He loved fishing and studying the history of Montana, and his life in Columbus offered