Comments for Anderson Stevenson Wilke & Retz Funeral Home

Comment on Janette E. “Jan” Garman, age 66, of Clancy by Mary Tuckerman Hollow

Mary Tuckerman Hollow — Wed, 06 May 2026 03:45:25 +0000

So many smiles and memories of Jan. My heart is with you, Mandie and family. Let’s go to Chubbys and have some fun in her honor! Love you

Comment on Dale Stephens, age 74, of Helena and Twin Falls by Teri Naylor

Teri Naylor — Wed, 06 May 2026 00:08:38 +0000

Wonderful to have friends like this Stephens family. Dale will be greatly missed. He was a rock and pillar. Yeah

With love, Teri Naylor

Comment on Cheryl Anne Huppert, age 67, of Helena formerly of Hamilton by Valerie Myers Auberry

Valerie Myers Auberry — Tue, 05 May 2026 23:04:11 +0000

So very sorry to hear about Cheryl’s passing. I knew her in high school and she was such fun. I am sure her joy will be missed by many especially her family.

Comment on Steve Sobonya, age 85 of Marysville by Rogelio Moreno

Rogelio Moreno — Tue, 05 May 2026 16:45:00 +0000

David Carrie sorry to hear of your dad’s passing my prayer go out to your family

Comment on D. Earlene Wall, age 90, of Helena by BA

BA — Tue, 05 May 2026 16:35:39 +0000

Your love among you is deep. With prayers, gratitude, and blessings for all you’ve done and continue to do.
~ Bonnie Anderson

Comment on Joseph P. ‘Joe’ Sternhagen, age 61 of Helena by BJA

BJA — Tue, 05 May 2026 16:25:10 +0000

Ann and Family ~Our deep condolences for your loss of Joe. The Sternhagen/Morgan families were an important part of Newell’s family. With gratitude for a life of service,
Bonne (Newell), Forrest, & Kimberly

Comment on Edmund J. “Ed” Caplis, age 62, of Helena by Randy Wilke

Randy Wilke — Tue, 05 May 2026 15:34:21 +0000

Had the good fortune to work with Edmund for a number of years at Revenue…some interesting times. His intellectual skillset was extraordinary. He was a very personable, good, kind and honest man. The good ones slip away all too soon!

Comment on Mari Patricia Nelson Holms, age 70, of Polson formerly of Helena by Ted Polette

Ted Polette — Tue, 05 May 2026 04:27:33 +0000

I’m so sorry to hear about Mari’s passing.She was a gentle soul and a genuinely good person. I knew her and Val from the gymnastics days long ago and was Val’s neighbor up Miller Creek in Missoula 50+ years ago. I miss them both.
“Where there is sadness, love plants a garden of memories!” May Mari and Val’s garden bloom brilliantly forever.

Comment on Janette E. “Jan” Garman, age 66, of Clancy by Ted Polette

Ted Polette — Tue, 05 May 2026 04:18:44 +0000

Dear Amanda, Britney, Kelby, and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Jan’s passing. She was always supportive of her children at Clancy School and was proud of all of you.The journey along the trail of grief is a curvy one with lots of ups and downs, but always remember there are many people that love you and have traveled that path before, that understand and are willing to help you in any way they can.
“Where there is sadness, love plants a garden of memories” and may Jan’s garden bloom profusely!
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Comment on Jessie C. ‘JC’ Sherley, age 84, of Helena by Ted Polette

Ted Polette — Tue, 05 May 2026 04:07:41 +0000

I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
Where there is sadness, love plants a garden of memories!

Comment on Clyde R. Wilson, age 90, of Helena by Mike Larum

Mike Larum — Tue, 05 May 2026 02:30:54 +0000

Clyde Wilson was truly one of a kind… An old school cool guy!
See you later partner.

Comment on Steve Sobonya, age 85 of Marysville by Kopper Dana

Kopper Dana — Tue, 05 May 2026 00:44:56 +0000

Oh where do I begin with the wonderful memories!! Steve had such a big heart. Vanessa and I became best friends in high school in the girls smoker bathroom. A few years ago we were headed to MV and of course Steve knew. Lo and behold halfway up to MV here was Steve and Vanessa with a full bar set up in the back of their vehicle greeting us and of course Steve handed out cigars . When we went to party with them at MV, they would not let us pay for anything. So generous. Steve said to my son who was 9 at the time, you want yo earn some money? So he gave him a small apron and had him do dishes, clean tables and my son was in seventh heaven. You are missed Steve

Comment on Steve Sobonya, age 85 of Marysville by Joyce Wilcox

Joyce Wilcox — Mon, 04 May 2026 23:22:19 +0000

Oh the stories I could tell. On Sundays my friend and I would go to Marysville to join Steve for drinks and laughs (this was even before Vanessa) When we went snowmobiling, he left the back door open and we would load up on drinks and put money in the jar. Our friends from MN could not believe that Steve trusted us enough to do that. Ohhh, ohhh, I love that bar. Steve made us feel like family. He is an icon in Marysville and in our hearts. I was so sorry to hear of his passing just today. I would’ve come to the service for sure if I would’ve known

Comment on Lana M. Hill. age 78, of Helena by Donna Coman

Donna Coman — Mon, 04 May 2026 23:03:40 +0000

Andrea, Chantal & Nick,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sympathy.
Lana & I had been off & on friends since before you kids were born.
I know I will miss her.

Comment on Steve Sobonya, age 85 of Marysville by Evy Burris Sass

Evy Burris Sass — Mon, 04 May 2026 21:50:46 +0000

My condolences to Steve’s family. My memories go back to the 80s skiing at Belmont then down to the Marysville House to fellowship & eat a wonderful meal prepared by Steve. I fondly remember in the theater of my mind celebrating many hours of laughter & awesome food.. When I had out of town company I proudly took them up to Steve’s MV house for a unique dining experience. I gave Vanessa’s little girl my cowgirl hat with Blue feathers & she loved it. Lots of memories & Fun times. Farewell to all that have gone on before us. Amen. Evy.

Comment on Shirley Jean Didriksen, age 87, of Helena by Karen Luke

Karen Luke — Mon, 04 May 2026 16:50:42 +0000

Jeane has been one of my closest and cherished friends since we met and began working together at State Lands in the late 70’s. She was always there for the people she loved. Always a friend to all, cheerful, understanding, supportive and encouraging. The list is too long! She supported me through the death of two husbands and she and Dave were both close friends of Don and me. I will miss her dearly.

Comment on Norman R. Paulson, age 91, of Helena by Allan V Stricker

Allan V Stricker — Mon, 04 May 2026 16:08:00 +0000

So sorry to hear about Norm’s passing. He and I were friends for 52 years, dating back to when we both worked for Conoco at the refinery in Billings starting in 1974. That seems to have been missed in his obit. Norman and I contrived together to recruit my first member into the Montana Army National Guard – another young man who worked at Conoco.
Over the course of the years Norm and I served the Guard and eventually both in a full-time status. He could always be counted upon to do everything possible for the Guard. Soldiers like Norm don’t come along every day. He will be sorely missed.

Comment on Steve Sobonya, age 85 of Marysville by Kevin Bartsch

Kevin Bartsch — Mon, 04 May 2026 15:00:37 +0000

Jimmy, Chris and Family- Reading of your Dad’s passing sure brought back a lot of memories as kids! Particularly the great canoe adventure in Great Falls! Always enjoyed seeing him in his element running the multiple grills at the Marysville house interacting with people. He was a good one! Even for a Bobcat! 🙂 We’re thinking of you all at this difficult time.

Comment on Clyde R. Wilson, age 90, of Helena by Samantha Sandau

Samantha Sandau — Mon, 04 May 2026 14:05:02 +0000

So many childhood memories and good times. You will be missed, Grandpa Clyde. Love you and love to the family <3 Samantha

Comment on John Bennett “Jack” Willard, age 80, of Helena by David A Berkovits

David A Berkovits — Mon, 04 May 2026 12:09:25 +0000

Jack was my Daughters Step Dad. I met Jack once.
Very nice man.
My condolences to all who knew him. R I P Jack