Ronald O. Jensen
1936 - 2010
Ronald O. Jensen’s courageous battle with colon cancer ended Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, ID. He was 73.
Ron was born August 13, 1936, to Clarence and Mamie Jensen in Lima. He grew up in the Red Rock area where he attended elementary school.
Ron graduated from Beaverhead County High School. While in school, Ron began his love of woodworking that he carried throughout his life. Most prized were the grandfather clocks he made for his four children. One of Ron’s favorite pastimes as a young man was hunting and fishing.
Ron learned his strong work ethic by beginning as a ranch hand in the Big Hole. He moved to the tri-cities where he co-owned a beverage business.
In 1973, Ron was employed by the DeAtley Corporation as a truck driver. It was during a job assignment in Pierce that he met his wife, Dee Carlson Derrick.
Ron and Dee enjoyed traveling and being around family and friends during their 37 years of marriage. Ron worked with, and managed, Atlas Sand and Rock for the DeAtley Corporation for 35 years before retiring in 2008.
Ron served on the board of the Idaho State Trucking Association, IMTA, and also was a 50-year member of the Elks Lodge.
He joined the Lewiston Roundup Association in 1991, and served as president in 1999. During this time his drive was to make the grounds better, and to make it a place that the community could be proud of. In 2002, Ron retired from the Roundup Association. This past year Ron served as the grand marshall at the 75th Lewiston Roundup.
Although Ron worked hard, friends were an essential part of his life. He found special enjoyment in meeting with friends over a good lunch, and discussing the news of the day. This became especially important to him as he fought his battle with cancer.
Ron is survived by his wife; sister Viola Hall (Melvin), Menan, Idaho; daughters, Kelly Torske (Jim), Hardin, and Dena Thornton (Rich), Spokane, Wash.; sons, Bill Jensen (Paula), Twin Falls, Idaho, and Ken Derrick (Tammy), Battleground, Wash.; eleven grandchildren, Cary Jensen, Casey Jensen, Cody Jensen, Katrina Sands, Erica Sebring, Thor Torske, Bergen Muzatko, Julie Garza, Bryan Thornton, Chris Derrick and Trevor Derrick.
Ron delighted in his 11 great-grandchildren, and was surprised by the birth of Audrey Jensen on his birthday.
Ron was preceded in death by his mother and father.
A private family memorial was conducted at Mountain View Funeral Home, Lewiston, Dec. 20. A celebration of Ron’s life will be held March 20, at the Elks Lodge, Lewiston, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., to remember and share fond memories of Ron.
In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the American Cancer Society.
LaReeta Crossley Macioroski
1921 - 2010
Birch Creek pioneer and Melrose resident, LaReeta Crossley Macioroski, died Montay, March 1, at Barrett Hospital.
She was born July 28, 1921, Dillon, the second twin to Alton T. Crossley and Tru Tillie (Craft) Crossley.
She married Albert R. Macioroski Dec. 7, 1950, in Butte, and together they had three children, Francis Joseph, Effie Adele, and Robert Albert.
LaReeta worked as a cook on the Garrison Ranch, as a pea sorter for Cleavers, and planted trees for the forest service. She enjoyed music and loved to entertain everyone with her accordion and piano.
Her music book was filled with songs and poems for everyone to hear, a favorite poem on the front cover of her music book depicts the kindness and love she shared with others. “If all the love that's left untold were broadcast far and near, there would not be a hungry heart not yet a single tear. If all the kind words left unsaid were scattered on the air, this world would be a smiling place with Heaven everywhere.”
She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, twin sister LaVeeta Carlock, sister Tru Kopsas, brother William Henry Crossley, and grandson Terry Clark.
She is survived by her son Francis Joseph (Lynette) Macioroski, Dillon; Effie Adele Macioroski, Shelby; and Robert Albert (Charlene) Macioroski, Butte; brother Alton T. (Evelyn) Crossley, Butte; grandchildren Charlene (Andy) Walker, Washington; Carrie (Harold) Mitton, Helena; and Amanda Clark, Salt Lake City, Utah; great-grandchildren Hailey, Brandon, Jonathan, Kylee; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Her remains were cremated in Butte, and a private memorial service in memory of the wonderful mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother will be held at a later date.
Memorials made be made to the American Diabetes Association, or charity of the donor's choice.
Thea Ortell Zakrison
1921 - 2010
On Feb. 24 Thea Ortell Zakrison, a long time Dillon resident, died peacefully in her sleep, and went to be with her Lord.
Thea was born Sept. 20, 1921, in Calvin, N.D., to Manassa and Marie Myers. As the youngest of 10 children, she admired and looked up to her brothers and sisters throughout her life.
In 1942, Thea married Harris O. Zakrison, and together they had one child, Rosemarie Hammond. In 1972 Harris and Thea moved to Dillon with their good friends Jean and Ken Rolandson. Thea worked in various businesses around town including Dr. Boyce's office, Stramm Jewelers, Mode O'Day, and the Forest Service.
Thea loved her family deeply and was always happy to share news about her daughter, and her many nieces and nephews. She enjoyed gardening, and had a soft spot in her heart for animals. Thea as was active in the Lutheran Church including the Rachel Circle, and served on the election board for many years.
Thea was preceded in death by her husband, and her nine brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her daughter, Fargo, N.D.; numerous nieces, great-nieces, nephews, and great-nephews.
A memorial service will take place Friday, March 12, 11a.m., at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church. Graveside interment will take place in June for family and friends.
Richard Daniel Eudaily
1976 - 2010
Richard Daniel Eudaily died March 2 after a sudden illness.
He as born to Janey and Dan Eudaily in Lewes, Del., August 25, 1976. Richard was reared, and grew to manhood in Dillon, Baltimore, and Billings. His last eight years, Richard resided in Dillon.
Richard inherited his grandfather's ability to remember names and faces. A best friend once commented that Richard, visiting occasionally, knew more about their BCHS classmates than he did.
Becoming debilitated by a chronic psychosis, Richard was left but a shell. He was assisted in these latter years by his mother, aunt Karen, housekeeper Kathy Griffis, and personal representative Paul Pilgrim. Many others helped guide Richard so that he could be as free a man as possible in a society he no longer understood.
He is survived by his parents; grandmother Jane Davis, Md.; sister Meredith, Billings; and numerous cousins.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
Memorials may be sent to Western Montana Mental Health Center Day Program and van, 234 East Reeder, Dillon, Mt., 59725.
Gary Albert Edgekoski
1944 - 2010
Gary Albert Edgekoski, 65, born Oct. 10, 1944 in Everett, Wash., left his home in Wisdom, Saturday, March 6, to join his Father in heaven.
He was preceded in death by his father Albert Edgekoski and his mother Lillian (Ostrom) Edgekoski.
Gary is survived by his wife, Mari, who was beside him in love for 28 years; and his beloved children Donald Edgekoski (Diane) and Debi Kokulak (Bob); sisters Doris Bucklin and Joan Ivanjack; brothers Robert and Howard Edgekoski.
He was a proud grandfather to five grandchildren, Stephanie, Donny and Wyatt Edgekoski; and Kelsey Jo and Tyler Kokulak; as well as a hero of an uncle to numerous nieces and nephews.
Gary served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps, I Corps, Hdqtrs Co., Hdqtrs Bn, 3rd Marine Division during the Vietnam War; and received numerous awards, including the highest award given by the Vietnamese government - the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry - for saving his unit and two advisors, while being overrun by a large detachment of the enemy.
He went on to serve his community as a police officer in Everett, Wash., before retiring to Montana.
His contributions to his country and to his community make him someone who is remembered as a man who honorably and loyally served both those whom he loved, and those who he did not even know; with dignity and respect.
He enjoyed helping people, and making a difference by serving God, family, country and community.
He was a member of the Body of Christ and walked in faith until he was called home. He will be remembered, missed, respected, and loved by many.
Gary was a news junkie, loved golfing, pets, trailing riding, pinochle, cribbage, travel, and mostly visiting with family and friends. Everyone he met was a friend in the making, and he had a sharp sense of humor.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made out to “Berean Bible Society, P.O. Box 756, Germantown, Wis., 53022-0756, for the promotion of the gospel of the grace of God. A ceremony will be held at Grace Bible Church, Laknar Ln., Dillon, 2 p.m., Friday, March 12. A memorial service will be held in Washington in June.
Jennett Salle Scott
Former Dillon resident Jennett Salle (Watkins) Scott passed away in Grover Beach, Calif., March 5, after an extended illness. She was the daughter of Harriet Watkins, Dillon; sister of Jim Watkins, Dillon, and Frank Watkins, Basin. A full obituary will follow at a later date.
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