The Obituary Section

John Patrick "Johnny" Marron

, Montana

October 4, 2026

John Patrick “Johnny” Marron was born on April 9, 1955, and passed away on October 5, 2026. He spent most of his life in Billings, Montana, the place he called home.Johnny served in the United States Army, though he rarely spoke about his time in the service. He loved cats, especially his favorite, Mr. White, and enjoyed rock and roll music. He also had a fondness for Halloween.Johnny’s friends remember him as a good friend, a reflection of the friendships and connections he made throughout his life.Johnny was one of seven children born to Hugh and Donna Marron, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Timothy and Nick.He is survived by his siblings, Pam, Jill, Cindy, and Tony; his only daughter, Brandi, and her husband, Tommy; and his three grandchildren, Tel, Orin, and Abby, and his nieces and nephews.A funeral service…

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Tom Hogan

, Montana

Celebration of life with libations, good food, fond memories and hilarious stories to share. Full tribute to Tom's life accomplishments will be available.

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Lavonne Francis Jackson

, Montana

It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of LaVonne Francis Sorum Jackson on Oct 2nd, 2026. She was born in Hillsboro, ND in 1937. LaVonne enjoyed life, whether riding her lawn mower, feeding the birds or watching wildlife.She also enjoyed doing crossword puzzles in her down time. She lived an independent life out in the countryside after the death of her husband, Alfred Jackson, in 1995.After 19 years at Hennessy’s where she was a department manager she retired. She valued her coworkers as well as the people she helped.She graduated high school in Sidney, MT. Raised 3 children, 2 of which she put through college. She is survived by her 3 married children, and 2 grandchildren, that she loved to the moon and back. Out of six siblings she is survived by 3. Lavonne was close with all of them.

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