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Births at the Nesting Place
The following births were recorded recently at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center’s Nesting Place in Polson:
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Natalie Hoff, 92
Natalie Hoff, 92, formerly of Moiese, passed away Jan. 11, 2026, at Sheridan Memorial Hospital in Plentywood.
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Sidney Powell, 88
Sidney Schall Powell, age 88 of Arlee, passed away at her home on Feb. 1, 2026. She was born on …
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Legals for February, 12 2026
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Philip Rae Grant
Philip Rae Grant liked nothing better than being on a horse, taking in the view, and embracing life’s natural beauty. …
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Harlen Gerdes, 75
If you ever crossed paths with Harlen Gerdes, you probably walked away with a story — and maybe a sore …
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Marriages & Divorces
The following marriages and divorces were recorded at the Lake County Courthouse recently:
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Diane Elaine Marten, 79
Diane Elaine Marten died Jan. 30, 2026, in Ronan. Services for Diane will be held at 11 a.m. Feb. 21
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Brenda Oxender Knapp Merritt, 81
Brenda Lee Merritt, beloved wife of the late Wallace Merritt, passed away suddenly on Jan. 29, 2026, at the St. …
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Legals for February, 5 2026
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Legals for January, 29 2026
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Paul Gochis Sr., 90
Paul David Gochis Sr., age 90 of Polson, passed on Jan. 22, 2026, at St. Patrick Hospital. Services to celebrate …
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Jerome Hanson, 88
Jerome G. Hanson of Polson passed away peacefully on Jan. 18, 2026, at Polson Health and Rehabilitation Center. A memorial …
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Pamela Lynn Siloti, 54
Pamela Siloti passed away peacefully at Logan Health Hospital in Kalispell Jan. 3, 2026. Her Celebration of Life will be …
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Births at the Nesting Place
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Jeanine Marie Thomas, 71
Jeanine Marie Thomas took her last breath in this life on the morning of Dec. 9, 2025, after a long …
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