Maria Jo Ryan earned her wings to fly in the early morning hours on Nov. 9, 2021. Maria entered this world on Sept. 22, 1989, in Glasgow, Mont. She was born to Kelly and Alanne Ryan, joined her big sister, Kadee. and three years later got her baby sister, Rachel. Maria adored her family and lived every moment of her life loving everyone unconditionally. Maria grew up playing many sports throughout her school years and gained many wonderful lifelong friends. She enjoyed wonderful adventures with her friends and her family both. Maria graduated from Wolf Point High School with honors and high achievements in 2008. In 2008, her first angel was born, Elliauna Jean was welcomed into this world. Maria was so proud of Elli and loved watching her grow into the beautiful young lady she is today. One thing is to be said about Maria’s strength in life, even in her toughest moments, she was strong. She fought every day to battle and reclimb the mountain, and she did! She succeeded with grace, love and compassion for anyone who crossed her path along the way. In 2011, Maria met the love of her life, Joshua Dionne. Josh and Maria were the strength they both needed and together they accomplished so much. In 2016, they brought their second angel, Kelly Joseph into this world. This little boy was Maria’s life — her pride and joy. Maria was bound and determined to give Kelly the best life, and that she did. Maria greatly enjoyed her job at the courthouse and the many wonderful co-workers and friends she met through work. She also had a very strong connection with many other wonderful friends who loved and supported her. In return, she gave them her whole heart. Maria is survived by her husband, Joshua Dionne; her babies, Elli and Kelly; her parents, Kelly and Alanne; her sisters, Kadee (Jason) and Rachel (Bryan); her nieces and nephews, Aaden, Amiya and Bo; her grandparents, Alan (Sandy), Joyce, Jerry (Kitty); aunts, Krista (James), Jenny (Sam), Lori (Tim); uncles Butch (Shauna) and Chad (Juanita); and many, many cousins. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Mandee (Garrett) and Mariah; her mother-in-law, Francine (Russell); father-in-law, Duke (Farrell); and grandma, Norma. Maria had an enormous family and is so very loved by each and every one of them. Maria was preceded in death by her grandmother, Colleen’ her great-grandmothers, Marie and Mary; her grandpa, Ronnie; numerous great-aunts and -uncles; and many other family members and friends that have now greeted her at the gates. Maria, we miss you now, our hearts are sore. As time goes by, we will miss you more. Your loving smile, your contagious laugh and your big, caring heart. No one can take your vacant place, but we will see you again someday. See you later, love. Funeral services were held on Monday, Nov. 15, 2021, at 10 a.m. at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to Maria’s children, Venmo @Alanne or mail to Josh Dionne c/o Kelly & Alanne Ryan, 302 MT Hwy 528, Wolf Point, MT 59201. (Paid Obituary)

Brett Cole Morales, 28, of Wolf Point died Nov. 1, 2021, at Trinity Hospital in Wolf Point. He was born to Kimberly GreyBull and Rick Morales Sr. on May 29, 1993, in Billings, but he was raised in Wolf Point by his paternal grandmother, Arden Morales, whom he called Mom. He attended school in Wolf Point at Wolf Point Jr/Sr High School. He moved to Fargo, N.D., to live with his aunt Sherri for a period, where he also attended West Fargo High School. He eventually moved home to Wolf Point and had his only child, Cole Anthony Morales. He would beam with pride talking about Cole. He was known for his big heart and beautiful smile. He loved spending time and watching TV with his mom Arden and son Cole. He enjoyed cruising and hanging with his friends, whom he called brothers. He liked to fish, work on cars, play basketball and was always willing to help his family and friends anytime needed. He had many people that he looked up to and adopted into his life as family. He is survived by his son, Cole Anthony Morales of Wolf Point; father, Rick Morales Sr. of Chelsea; brothers, Rick Morales Jr. of Chelsea and Nicolas GreyBull of Las Vegas, Nev.; and sisters, Alison GreyBull and Norma Morales, both of Wolf Point, and Lauren Thomas of Baker. Funeral services were held Thursday, Nov. 11, at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel. Interment was at Chelsea Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.

David Freeman Dean, 79, died Nov. 6, 2021. He was born in Jackson, Mich., on Nov. 16, 1941. It was there he met Barbara Boverhof at Todoroff’s diner when he would come in towards the end of her shift at 2 a.m. for his dinner break from the post office. They became good friends due to his great sense of humor and later started dating. They married April 7, 1965. Together, they made their way to Montana, eventually settling in Culbertson where they raised their daughter, Shasta. His family was completed by the birth of his granddaughter and grandson. His world revolved around his grandchildren. He attended almost every activity and event they were involved in, even catching one last football game before he became ill. He served as a medic in the United States Navy and later became involved in the American Legion. He proudly put together many blue-ribbon fair booths and was commander of Thomas Mann Post 81 at the time of his death. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; daughter, Shasta; and two grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Friday, Nov. 19, at 11 a.m. in Culbertson at the Legion Hall.