Kerri Marie Austin Weigum, 57

Kerri Marie Austin Weigum, 57, passed away in her home in Kalispell on May 28, 2025. She was born on April 6, 1968, to George and Noreen Austin. She graduated from Glasgow High School in 1986 and furthered her education at MSU in Bozeman. Kerri moved to Kalispell in 1989. 

She married Todd Weigum on July 7, 1990, in Kalispell and gave birth to two beloved sons, Harris Lee Weigum on Dec. 26,1995 and Jack Alvin Weigum on May 28, 2006. She began volunteering at Cayuse Prairie School when Harris started Kindergarten. Kerri's volunteerism grew into a rewarding career, first as substitute teacher, leading to a special education paraprofessional position, in which she developed lifelong bonds and friendships with students and colleagues alike. Kerri was a proud Marine mom to both boys and enjoyed walking with her friends and her dog, Bella, tropical vacations with family, Bobcat football games, serving at, and being a member of, Aletheia Christian Fellowship, kayaking, photography, and much more. 

Kerri was preceded in passing by her brother, Danny, mother, Noreen, and father, George. 

Kerri is survived by sons, Harris Lee and Jack Alvin Weigum, siblings Julie and husband, Frank Jurenka, Roxy and husband, Brian McGuire, Casey and wife, Patty Austin, and Kelli and husband, Tom Funk. She also leaves behind a number of nieces, nephews, and many dear friends. 

Kerri was an inspiration, demonstrating strength, courage, humor and deep faith; even in her most difficult moments her harshest complaint was, "feeling a little salty." 

Her celebration of life and reception will be held at Aletheia Christian Fellowship (330 North Somers Road) on June 6, in Kalispell at 2 p.m. Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home is caring for the family.