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Death notices for Nov. 6, 2024

| November 6, 2024 8:30 AM


Paul Vendetti, 75

Paul Bernard Vendetti died Oct. 28, 2024 in Kalispell. Family plans are being made at this time.  Darlington Cremation and Burial Service is caring for his family.


Juanita Cecilia Smith, 57

Juanita Cecilia Smith died Oct. 22, 2024 in Olney. A celebration of Juanita’s life was held at Columbia Mortuary and interment followed. To send online condolences, visit columbiamortuary.com.


Janet Schwalk, 60

Janet died Oct. 23, 2024 in Columbia Falls unexpectedly at home.  A memorial service will be scheduled.  

Columbia Mortuary in Columbia Falls is caring for Janet’s family.


John E. “Jack” Taylor, 92

John E. “Jack” Taylor died Oct. 14, 2024 in Columbia Falls. No local services are held. Columbia Mortuary in Columbia Falls is caring for the family. To send online condolences please visit columbiamortuary.com.


Valerie J. Padgett, 68

Valerie J. Padgett died Oct. 31, 2024 in Columbia Falls. Funeral services for Valerie will be held on Friday, Nov. 8, at 11 a.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Columbia Falls. Graveside committal will follow services at Woodlawn Cemetery. To send online condolences please visit To send online condolences please visit columbiamortuary.com.