Former Bigfork Eagle columnist Barbara Strate passes away

Barbara E. Strate, 89, of Missoula passed away Saturday, December 1, 2012 at her home.  Arrangements are under the care of the Whitesitt Funeral Home.

Barbara lived in Bigfork and was a columnist for the Bigfork Eagle for many years.

Look for next week's edition for a feature about Barbara's travels and her insightful outlook on life in Bigfork and in the world.