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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Vincent Robert Long

, Montana

November 24, 1978 — October 7, 2026

Beloved Husband, Father, Son, Brother, Friend and Uncle.Vincent Robert Long passed away from heart complications unexpectedly on October 8th, 2026 at home in Huntley, MT. surrounded by his wife, his mother and a few of his good friends.Vincent was born to Charles and Carol Long in Billings, MT on November 25th, 1978. He spent most of his childhood running the hills of Shadow Canyon. Vincent attended Huntley Project School District. He also attended Montana State University Billings where he earned his degree in Environmental Studies with a 3.5 GPA in 2016. Vincent spent 30 years doing what he knew best, working in concrete where he met and maintained numerous friendships.Vincent and Melody welcomed his first son Taylor Williams into into this world on December 12th, 1997.In June of 1999 Vincent and Astra came together in what would be an everlasting love. Inseparable from the moment they came together. Later married…

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Tom Hogan

, Montana

October 4, 2026

Cattle rancher Tom Hogan of Broadview, MT passed away on the ranch on October 5, 2026, at the age of 67. Tom is survived by his partner of 21 years, LaVerne “LV” Ivie; two children from a previous marriage; and his siblings, Kelly, Steve, and Bonnie Hogan. He is also survived by LV’s family, whom he loved and considered his own: her daughter, Jessica Ivie, her son, Jeremy Ivie, his wife, Mikki, and their sons, Hunter, Hayden, and Tanner.And, of course, we can’t forget his several hundred black Angus dependents and horses, who were an important part of Tom’s life and legacy.Tom didn’t want a funeral, but he was all for throwing a party!Please join us at 2:00 pm on October 18, 2026, at the Branding Pen in Ballantine (formerly Paula’s Long Branch Saloon).Come as you are or if you are so inclined wear your cowboy hat and Bobcat clothes.…

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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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