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Rex O'neal Opheim
Tuesday, May 23rd 2006
Rex Opheim, age 79, passed away on Saturday, October 22, 2005, at St. Luke Hospital in Ronan, MT.
Born to Norris & Lilah Opheim in Great Falls, MT. on January 6, 1926. Raised and educated in Opheim High School. He entered into the army when he was 18 years of age, became a member of Company L, 3rd Battalion, 310th Infantry Division, 78th Division. While in the European Theater of Operations his infantry received the 3rd Battalion 310th Infantry Citation, “The Presidential Citation” for their exemplary courage, spirit and devotion against enemy resistance force while assisting in securing Kretzhaus & Kallenbom road junction which controlled 8 roads and a railway line covering the Remagen Bridge.
He was wounded three times before reaching the age of 20 and received the Purple Heart, pins and awards. His commitment to staying steadfast and strong no matter the situation was also exemplary in his providing for his loving wife, Jody for 59 years, and their family.
Rex always showed an appreciation to good friends, loved to sing, dance and entertained many people throughout his life. Many times, if things needed picking up he would strike up a song or tell his favorite jokes to get the “social event” going and encircle everyone into enjoying the moment “and a few who didn’t”.
He was reared hard, worked harder, and relaxing was very difficult for him; for those of us who love him this was always accepted and understood.
Rex is survived by his wife Jody, his sons Jerry, Jim, Mike, and Berney, and daughter, Lori, 12 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren, and his sister Marketa. Preceding him in death were his mother, sister Mavis, father and brother Ben.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Opheim Lutheran Church on Sunday, May 28, 2006 with Pastor Collette Paul officiating. Military Memorial Honor Guard Services will follow at the Opheim Lawndale Cemetery which will be conducted by VFW Post 3107 of Glasgow.
Family requests donations go toward the Opheim Lawndale Cemetery Maintenance.
Elizabeth Ann (Lasar) Phillips
Sunday, May 21st 2006
NAME: Elizabeth Ann (Lasar) Phillips
Age: 92
DATELINE: Glasgow, Montana
DATE OF DEATH: Friday, May 19, 2006
CAUSE OF DEATH: natural causes
PLACE OF DEATH: Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, MT
SERVICE: Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 11:00 A.M.
at the First Lutheran Church in Glasgow, Montana
INTERMENT: Highland Cemetery in Glasgow, Montana
MORTUARY IN CHARGE: Bell Mortuary of Glasgow, MT
BORN: October 24, 1913 in Dagmar, Montana
PARENTS: Peter Lasar Sr. and Elizabeth (Fresz) Lasar
She was born in Dagmar, Montana to Peter and Elizabeth Lasar and moved to a homestead south of Richland while she was a small child. Elizabeth was raised on the family farm, attended the Highland School, and on September 5, 1934 she married Clarence Robert Phillips in Glasgow, Montana.
They lived in Richland, Montana from 1934 to 1993, and then she moved to Oak Harbor, Washington. In 1997 she moved to Great Falls and she has resided in Glasgow since November of 2004. Her husband passed away on February 23, 1983.
Elizabeth was a homemaker and mother who enjoyed baking, reading, Zane Gray western novels and listening to country and western music. Over the years she has collected over three hundred model horses with no two the same. She also has collected commemorative plates honoring our nation and presidents.
SURVIVORS:
Sons: Jerry Howard Phillips of Richland, Montana
Robert James Phillips of Oak Harbor, Washington
4 Grandchildren
5 Great Grandchildren
Sisters: Susanna Heppner of Plentywood, MT
Helen McNees of St. George, Utah
Brothers: Frank Lasar of Glasgow, MT
Preceded in death by her husband, brothers Peter Lasar Jr. and Johnny Lasar, and sisters Barbara Heppner and Katherine Stober
Leslie Ann Newby
Monday, May 15th 2006
Leslie Ann Newby
Born 5/11/60 Died 5/9/06
She is survived by her mother, 1 brother and wife, 2 nieces, 1 aunt, and many friends.
Where ever Leslie roamed she met and made friends. She was always ready to give a hand to anyone in need. She will be missed by all.
A memorial will be held on 5/20/06 starting at 1:00 PM at the Stockman's Bar.
Thomas Maynard Beauchman
Wednesday, May 3rd 2006
NAME: Thomas Maynard Beauchman Age: 70
DATELINE: Glasgow, Montana
DATE OF DEATH: Sunday April 30, 2006
CAUSE OF DEATH: Natural Causes
PLACE OF DEATH: at his home in Glasgow, MT
SERVICE: Friday May 5, 2006 at 1:00 P.M.
PLACE OF SERVICE: St. Raphael’s Catholic Church in Glasgow, MT ROSARY SERVICE: Thursday May 4, 2006 at 7:00 P.M. at Bell Chapel in Glasgow, MT
INTERMENT: Highland Cemetery in Glasgow, MT
MORTUARY IN CHARGE: Bell Mortuary of Glasgow, MT
BORN: October 31, 1935 in Wolf Point, MT
PARENTS: Thomas Beauchman Sr. and Victoria (LaRoque) Beauchman
Thomas was born in Wolf Point and lived there until the age of 7. His family moved to Glasgow and then to Fort Peck, Montana. He later lived in Washington and California but spent most of his adult life in Glasgow.
Thomas enjoyed his life. He didn’t openly show his affection to people, but give him an animal and the kisses flowed. His parrot, George, traveled the streets with him, perched proudly on his shoulder. And then there’s Cleo, his cat. Cleo is a one man cat; the only other person she’s made friends with is brother Frank. Thomas would buy only Friskies cat food because that’s all she would eat. He would lie in bed and give Cleo butterfly kisses on her nose.
Thomas was a talented artist and made many Indian artifacts. His latest project was a traditional men’s regalia for his great nephew Michael T.
Thomas loved his family dearly and would do anything within his power for them. His door was always open to his many friends. He will be dearly missed by everyone who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Ruby Nelson, brother Albert Bushman and sister Ramona Beauchman.
SURVIVORS:
Sons: John Beauchman of Kent, Washington
Mitchell Beauchman of Norwalk, California
Tom Beauchman Jr. of River Falls, Wisconsin
Bruce Witherbee of Covington, Washington
Daughters: Marilyn Beauchman of Torrence, California
Karen Witherbee of Covington, Washington
Debbie Beauchman of Covenia, California
29 Grandchildren
19 Great Grandchildren
Sisters: Pearl Lapke of Simms, Montana
Rose Gay of Glasgow, MT
Patricia Mulligan of Glasgow, MT
Brothers: Frank Beauchman of Sun River, MT
Robert Bushman of Malta, MT
James Bushman of Tucker, GA.
Charles J. Pittman
Tuesday, May 2nd 2006
NAME: Charles J. Pittman
AGE: 79
DATELINE: Glasgow, Montana
DATE OF DEATH: Monday – May 1, 2006
CAUSE OF DEATH: Natural Causes
PLACE OF DEATH: Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, Montana
SERVICE: Friday – May 5, 2006 at the Bell Chapel in Glasgow, Montana
at 10:00 A.M.
INTERMENT: Highland Cemetery in Glasgow, Montana
BELL MORTUARY in charge of arrangements.
BORN: December 9, 1926 in Spruce Pine, North Carolina
PARENTS: Joseph Pittman and Eva (Pendley) Pittman
He was raised in North Carolina and served in the US Army in World War II. He also later served in the US Navy. Charles worked in California, Portland, Grand Forks, ND, Minot, ND, Fargo, ND, and then moved to Glasgow in 1973. He retired from painting in 1983.
Charles enjoyed hunting, boating, camping, fishing, fishing, and more fishing. He was a member of the VFW and received the Bronze Star.
SURVIVORS:
Wife: Myrtle (Hedstrup) Pittman
Children: Anna Marie (Craig Such) Pittman of Great Falls, MT.
Eddie Pittman of Glasgow.
Patrick Pittman of Portland, Oregon
Joe (Sharon) Pittman of Fargo, ND
Roger (Lois) Pittman of Rangely, Colorado
Michael Pittman of Sidney, MT
Debra (Tony Dull) Pittman of Saco, MT
Susan Martin of Big Timber, MT
Tracy (Eric) Esp of Fishtail, MT
Grandchildren: Jennifer, Sheila, Dylan, Zac, Samantha, and Kacie Pittman, Michelle (Bill) Hunt, Buffy Jo Pittman, Brandy Pittman, John (Jenny) Martin, Jason Martin, Jamie Martin, Sara Pittman, Kassie (Michael) Vanderlaan, Kyle Pittman, Leif (Corrina) Esp, Erin Esp
Great Grandchildren: Breanna and Gavin Esp, Asanga Martin, Breianna and Brooklyn Pittman
Sister: Betty (Kenneth) Poteat of North Carolina
Brother: Sam Pittman of North Carolina
Clarence Pittman of Ohio
Several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
