Eugene “Gene” McCormick, 82, died Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019, at the Roosevelt Medical Center in Culbertson. He was born Aug. 30, 1937, in Culbertson, the son of Paul and Hazel (Wood) McCormick. He grew up and attended schools in Culbertson. On Jan. 4, 1957, he was united in marriage to Darlene Yoder in Sidney. They had three children, Margaret, Douglas and Joseph. He worked many jobs and being a mechanic what he did best. He worked for Miller Oil for many years as a mechanic and, after he retired, he continued working as a mechanic with his son, Joseph. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with friends. He loved his Goldwing motorcycle and taking his grandchildren and greatgrandchildren for motorcycle rides. He also loved spending time with his family. He was dedicated to the Culbertson Food Bank and looked forward to his Tuesday. Surviving him are his wife, Darlene McCormick of Culbertson; daughter, Margaret Stoos; sons, Douglas McCormick and Joseph McCormick; his brother, Harry McCormick; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister, June; brother, Donald; and great-granddaughter, Olivia. Memorial services were held Friday, Nov. 15, at the Church of Grace and Peace in Culbertson with Pastor Ross Reinhiller officiating.

Raymond Roscoe O'Brien Jr. entered eternal life on Nov. 16, 2019, at home surrounded by family at the age of 94. Raymond was born on June 19, 1925, the second of six children to Raymond and Amy (Martin) O’Brien, in Flaxville, Mont. He spent most of his life working the family farm with his brothers in the Mineral Bench community of northeastern Montana where the family raised wheat, American Quarter Horses,and cattle. He attended schools in Poplar, graduating from Poplar High School in 1943. He only left the farm to serve his country in the Navy during World War II. On May 12, 1962, he was united in marriage to Saralou Leaphart in Poplar, Mont. They made their home in Poplar where they raised their children. They moved to Manhattan, Mont., in 2013 to live with their son after he retired from farming in his eighties. He enjoyed hunting trips in the Bob Marshal, fishing, and spending time visiting with his large extended family. Raymond is survived by his wife, Saralou of Manhattan, Mont.; four children, Gary O’Brien of Fort Collins, Colo., Amy (Michael) Buckanaga of Bemidji, Minn., Dan (Sheila) O’Brien of Malta, Mont., and Douglas O’Brien of Manhattan, Mont.; seven grandchildren, Anthony (Elizabeth) Meisner, Derek, Trent and Erin Buckanaga, Keegan O’Brien, and Grant and Jillian O’Brien; two great-grandsons; sister-in-law, Patricia O’Brien of Billings, Mont.; and numerous nieces and nephews. He also had his Manhattan family: Steve and Katie Loessberg; Adam, Amanda and Pierce Priquette; Sue Whittaker; and friends from the Manhattan Senior Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Amy; brothers, Stephen and Patrick O’Brien; and sisters, Lorraine Gatlin, Marianne Driemeyer and Irene Linthicum. Funeral services will be at 12 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Three Forks, Mont. He will be laid to rest in the Poplar Cemetery in the summer of 2020. Family would like to extend thanks to Home Instead Senior Care – Bozeman, Dr. Leslee Kane, Bozeman Health Belgrade Clinic, Frontier Home Health, and Hospice of Bozeman Health for the excellent care provided. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.dahlcares.com. (Paid Obituary)

Lorraine Olson, 84, of Glendive, returned peacefully to her Heavenly home Nov. 7, 2019, with family by her side. Born Lorraine Eunice Garske on Nov. 27, 1934, to Ed and Eunice Garske of Devils Lake, N.D., she was raised in and around several communities including Devils Lake, Hammond, Ind., and Colville, Wash. Following nursing training at St. Mary's Academy, Devils Lake in 1956, Lorraine worked as a nurse's aide at Mercy Hospital, Devils Lake. She was often commended for her remarkable bedside manner. On Sept. 21, 1957, Lorraine married Glenn Olson of Oberon, N.D., at the Benson County Courthouse, Minnewaukan, N.D. They took residence on the Olson homestead for the next four years. In 1961, the family followed the 1960’s oil boom across the Hi-Line of North Dakota and Montana, as Glenn worked the oilrigs. In 1963, they settled in Wolf Point, where they remained for 23 years (except for a brief residence in Kettle Falls, Wash., 1969-70). They were blessed with five children, which she raised in Wolf Point while Glenn was trucking for the Tesoro (later Kenco) refinery. In 1986, they moved to Glendive, where they remained. At various times, Lorraine worked in nursing, cosmetics sales, and commercial cleaning, while tirelessly and affectionately tending to her family. An avid bowler, Lorraine participated on numerous leagues in Wolf Point and Glendive for over 50 years. She loved gardening, landscaping, playing cards, horseback riding, tending to her menagerie of cats and horses, bird watching and entertaining friends and family in her lovely home. She delighted in visits and laughter with loved ones near and far. She had a superb singing voice. To the end, her favorite place on earth had been her beloved Uncle Frank's farm near Colville, Wash. Lorraine was passionately devoted to Jesus and found great comfort in her faith. She enjoyed discussing the Bible and current events. She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, Glendive and formerly, First Lutheran Church, Wolf Point. Lorraine is lovingly remembered by her husband, Glenn; children Jerry Olson of Louisville, Colo., Victoria Rice of Spokane, Wash., Steve Olson of Glendive and Rebecca (Bruce) Williams of Billings; siblings, Gene (Priscilla) Garske of Colville, Jaci (Ron) Hurn of Evans, Wash., Mary (Eric) Bennett of Spokane, Wash., Susan Colombini of Hayden, Idaho, and Charlie Bennett of Chattaroy, Wash.; grandchildren, Andy Kastner of Aurora, Colo., Jennifer Kastner of Gillette, Wyo., and Kiko Lopez of Rapid City, S.D.; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and her cat, Ninja. She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Sandra Lopez; granddaughters, Rikki Kastner and Crystal Boysun; and nephew, Daniel Hurn. Services pending, Our Savior Lutheran Church, Glendive. (Paid Obituary)

Richard William McDonald, 62, of Poplar died Nov. 5, 2019. He was born Oct. 7, 1957, to Marjorie Crowe McDonald (Christian) and Daniel Duncan McDonald in Poplar. He was the first grandson born to his grandparents Richard “Dick” and Louella Crowe who were significant figures in his early life. After his grandfather died, his grandmother honored him with his grandfather’s name S’aIc’iya or Paints Himself. He was surrounded by tiyospaye (extended family) from whom he learned traditional Dakota values. Being highly valued as a child allowed him to value other children, particularly his own throughout his lifetime. He attended school in Poplar, where he graduated high school in 1975. After high school, he attended MSU Billings. He later earned a certificate in welding. His true calling in his career was in the field of law enforcement. During his law enforcement career, he taught D.A.R.E, where he helped young people to make healthy choices regarding alcohol and substance abuse. He also went on to work for the sheriff’s office and the tribal police. During his law enforcement career, he met and married Yvette Tapaha. Together, they had a home in Poplar and had two children, Richie and Malia. After his retirement as a LEO, his lifetime love of sports helped him to develop an athletic curriculum outside of school for leagues of various sports including baseball, softball, flag football, and soccer for children throughout the Fort Peck reservation. One of his finest gifts he possessed was making wapeshas (head roaches) for powwow regalia and his work resides in all parts of the United States and Canada. He was taught how to make roaches by Almyra Jackson. He talked often about how much she taught him about learning patience while making wapeshas. Most recently he sponsored events throughout Poplar and Wolf Point that were youth oriented and provided a fun, drug and alcohol free environment. He thought it was very important that the community recognize the sacredness of the youth and fiercely advocated for the underprivileged in the community. He is survived by his children, Richie and Malia Mc-Donald; former wife, Yvette Tapaha; sisters, Gloria Collins of Albuquerque, N.M., and Lilda Christian of Wolf Point; and numerous grandchildren. A funeral service was held Monday, Nov. 11, at the Poplar Cultural Center. Interment was at the Poplar City Cemetery.

Jimmy Ray Douglas White, 46, died in Klinikum Nord in Nuremburg, Germany. He was born March 3, 1973, to parents Randy L. White and Margaret Wagner White. Jimmy was raised by his mother in Furth, Germany. He attended school in Furth and, when he was 21, he traveled to the United States to meet his father, Randy; brother, Tom; and sister, Rindi, all of whom lived in Wolf Point. He stayed on the ranch with his father and stepmother, Joy, for a few months and then moved in to Wolf Point to work and live. He had several new experiences while there: ranching, working construction, tending bar, hunting and getting his driver’s license. He then traveled to California before returning to Germany. He married Anne Kirschdoerfer and they had a son, Andrew Tayrome White, born in 1997. Later, he and Anne divorced. He met Jasmin Bauer and they married in June 2008. They raised Andrew from 2006 onward and were instrumental in encouraging Andrew to earn good grades and get excellent reports in school. He had many interests, including bowling and kickboxing. He loved sports and was an enthusiastic fan of the Chicago Bulls and Formula One Racing. Over the years, he worked as a lifeguard, tile installer, carpenter, janitor and cook’s helper. He was an idea man, always planning some project or way to create something. He was preceded in death by his mother in 2004. He is survived by his wife, Jasmin; son, Andrew; father and stepmother, Randy and Joy; sisters, Mickey Heiler, Carmen Guckenberger, Daniela Winter and Rindi White; foster sister, Deanna Youpee; and brothers, Harald Heck, Jonny Wagner, Enrico Florian and Tom J. White. His funeral service was held Wednesday, Nov. 13, in Furth, Germany.

Johanna Young, Ho’neheevahoote’e, “Howling Wolf Woman,” 38, of Wolf Point died Nov. 1, 2019. She was born to John Young and Joan Brown on June 3, 1981. She is survived by her three children, Angelei Young, Gerald Gray and Xandra Gray. Funeral services were held Saturday, Nov. 9, at Morning Star Baptist Church in Lame Deer. Locally, a prayer service and memorial feed will be held Saturday, Nov. 16, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the new Wolf Point Community Hall.

Jonathan Sylvester May, 71, of Mohall, N.D., died Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019, at a Bismarck, N.D., hospital. He was born May 14, 1948, in Minot, N.D., to Bascom and Viola (Keith) May. He was raised in Mohall and graduated from Mohall High School in 1966. He attended the North Dakota State School of Science in Wahpeton, N.D., and earned a degree in auto mechanics, and graduated from Williston State College with a degree in diesel mechanics. He worked for Berentson Ford in Mohall. He enlisted into the U.S. Navy Seabees and served from September 1968 to October 1970. After his time in the service, he returned to Berentson Ford. He worked for various companies including Clairmont Construction and Continental Grain in Culbertson. He was once married to Marley Jenson. He married Nancy McCrory Nov. 8, 1997. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Mohall; the George T. Taylor American Legion Post #52, Mohall; and the Disabled American Veterans. He enjoyed woodworking and small engine repair, lefse making, collecting guns and worked as a funeral assistant. His is survived by his wife, Nancy May of Mohall; children, Sherry Buchholz of Fargo, N.D., Shane May of Mohall and Jon May of Logan, Utah; stepchildren, Leo Isakson of Jamestown, N.D., George Isakson of Minot, N.D., Tamra Sivertson of Minot, N.D., and Angela Halland of Lengby, Minn.; special child, Paola Freitas of Goiania, Brazil; 30 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and two more on the way; brothers, Gerald May of Dodge City, Kan., Tim May of Mohall; and sister, Dorathea Mayfield of St. Marys, W.V. He was preceded in death by an infant sister, Lonnie. His funeral was held Monday, Nov. 4, at Zion Lutheran Church in Mohall. Burial was at Mohall Community Cemetery.

Joshua Joseph Jackson Sr., (Wasu to) “Blue Hail Stone”, 47, died Oct. 25, 2019, in Wolf Point. He was born in Wolf Point Sept. 16, 1972, to Lola Wetsit and Gerald Bootsie Jackson Sr. His childhood was spent growing up in Wolf Point and in the summer with his Grandma Ruth and Grandpa Pete, traveling to Canada to powwows and visiting relatives. On Sundays, he always made it to church and to Sherman after to eat with his grandma Laura. He attended schools in Wolf Point, Wahpeton, N.D., Chemawa in Salem, Ore., and eventually receiving his GED. In August 2017, he achieved getting his commercial driver’s license. He spent a few summers firefighting, bonding with his friends, traveling and making money. In the fall of 1994, he met Kim and together they had five children. His oldest son was from a previous relationship, Christian “CJ” Hustad. He was proud of his children, loved attending their sporting events and was there for them no matter what they did. “Big Josh,” as known to most, was the nicest guy with a big heart. He was friends with everyone. If you happen to be one of the receivers of his knock-out punches, he would still have shaken your hand or hugged you after. He could never stay mad for very long. One of his many courageous achievements was in April 2004 when he happened to be by the Amtrak station in Wolf Point and noticed a lady on the tracks. As the train approached, he ran over and pulled her from the oncoming path of the train, risking his life. He received the Montana Medal of Valor awarded to him by Gov. Brian Schwitzer on Feb, 13, 2006. He is survived by his wife, Kim; children, Ryan, Amanda, Jayda, Kayden and Joshua Jr., all of Wolf Point, and “CJ” Christian Hustad who is attending MSU in Bozeman; father, Gerald “Bootsie” (Shirley) Jackson of Poplar; sisters, Ruth Williams of Wolf Point, Leighann Cochran of Helena, Leilani Reddoor of Poplar and Autumn Falcon of North Dakota; brothers, Victor Romero Sr., Gerald Jackson of Wolf Point and Ivan Whitford of Havre. He was preceded in death by his sister, Laura Romero; and brother, Wade White Eagle. Funeral services were held Friday, Nov. 1, at the new Community Hall in Wolf Point. Interment followed at Chelsea Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with arrangements.

Jonathan Earl Boyd, 77, died Monday, Oct. 28, 2019, at the Eastern Montana Veterans Home in Glendive. He was born May 28, 1942, in Poplar to Loatie Denny and Leo Walking Eagle. He was later adopted by Lewis Boyd. He attended school in Brockton, graduating on May 23, 1960. After high school, he enlisted in the Air Force. He proudly served his country as a B-52 bomber mechanic. He returned home after being discharged under honorable conditions. He attended Billings Business College after returning home. He relocated to San Jose, Calif., and worked for the postal service. He returned to Montana and attended Great Falls College, obtaining a degree in accounting and business management. He worked various positions for the Fort Peck Tribes. He retired from housing in 2007. Throughout his life, he enjoyed horseback riding, joking and teasing, hunting and fishing. He is survived by his wife, Winona; daughters, Johanne and Valerie; son, Angelo; stepchildren, Angela Beston and Dion Hapa; brothers, Mike, Llewellyn and David Boyd; and sister, Debbie Colgan. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Carol; son, Jonathan Jr.; and brothers, Myron, Robbie, Vernon “Judge” and Lowell “Buddy.” Funeral services were held Tuesday, Nov. 5. Interment with military honors followed at Fort Kipp Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with arrangements.