Anthony Kollmann

Anthony Kollmann, 19, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008 doing what he loved, extreme downhill skiing in Canyon Creek Drainage on Fiberglass Hill near Columbia Falls. He was born on June 4, 1988 in Rapid City, S.D. to Robert and Laurie (Rathman) Kollmann.

At a young age, Anthony moved with his family to Billings where they lived until he was 5 years old. Moving to Kalispell, he began his education attending Edgerton Elementary and graduating from Flathead High School. Anthony was a phenomenal and extreme athlete. As a member of the Big Mountain Race Team and the Big Mountain Bike Team, he was able to travel the Northwest competing. He was raised in a family that were avid campers, a characteristic he continued with his friends. Anthony was also frequently seen around Kalispell, shredding with his buddies on inline skates. He was blessed to have been exposed to such a full rich life, in an amazingly short time.

After graduating, Anthony enjoyed working in excavating with Doug Thole and Mike Ludivig.

Anthony is survived by his parents: Robert and Laurie Kollmann, sisters Amy and Ashley, all of Kalispell; and his maternal grandfather Gene Rathman and his paternal grandmother Gertrude Kollmann. Anthony is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.

Visitation was Friday, Jan. 18, at Johnson Mortuary. Visitation continued at Risen Christ at which time a vigil service was held. Mass of Christian Burial for Anthony was held on Saturday, Jan. 19 at Risen Christ Catholic Church with Father Rudy Bullman as Celebrant. Burial was in the Glacier Memorial Gardens following the Mass. The family invited everyone back to the Risen Christ Parish Center for a luncheon following the graveside service.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorials, in Anthony's name, to the following organizations: Dialysis Clinic Fund at 135 Commons Way, Kalispell MT 59901 or Flathead Search and Rescue at 800 S. Main, Kalispell MT 59901.

Johnson Mortuary and Crematory is caring for Anthony's family. You are invited to go to www.johnsonmortuary.com to offer condolences and sign Anthony's guest book.

Cal Dodd

Calahill "Cal" S. Dodd, 83, went home with the Lord on Jan. 15, 2008 in Kalispell. He was born July 5, 1924 in Hot Springs, S.D., to loving parents Clyde and Hilda (Merwin) Dodd. Cal's ready smile and giving nature will be sorely missed.

Cal was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife, Dottie; and siblings Jim, Lloyd, Rusty, Mary, Johnny and twins departed at birth.

He is survived by siblings Ralph Dodd of Rapid City, S.D.; Evelyn Adams of Sioux Falls, S.D.; treasured daughter, Susan, and husband, George Dofelmire; grandchildren Dodd and Shelly Sterner and children Shalada and Josh; Kimmy Moore and children Chris, Alyssa and Dallas; Chelle Taylor and children Ailla and Laicey, all residing in the Flathead Valley; Dennis Sterner and children Amanda, Noah and Thaddeuss of Spokane, Wash.; and great-great grandchildren Brandon, Logan and Vallanier.

Memorial services were held Monday, Jan. 21 at Buffalo Hill Funeral Home with Chaplain Eddie Nye officiating. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Herbert Sandon

Herbert "Herbie" W. Sandon, 78, "peacefully went to be with the Lord" on Jan. 17, 2008, at HealthCenter Northwest, surrounded by loved ones.

Herb was born Sept. 5, 1929, to Delbert and Florence (Gales) Sandon, in Milwaukee, Wisc.

At the age of 6, Herb moved with his family to St. Ignatius. After completing high school in 1947, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, and in 1951 graduated from West Point. Herb then hitchhiked from New York to Kalispell, returning to the love of his life, Gloria Gronley.

Herb and Gloria were married in Coeur d'Alene on July 24, 1952, and were blessed with 55 years together.

Herb started Sandon Construction Company, building schools, hospitals, local businesses and residences. He later changed his passion to curbs and gutters, concrete sidewalks and streets. Most memorable is the entire reconstruction of Main Street in Kalispell to concrete.

The nickname of "Herbie Curbie" was born and resulted in the infamous annual Herbie's Curbies Jump-Ins with the Lost Prairie Osprey Club at his property at McGregor Lake. Numerous friends and relatives, including Herb, participated in sky diving adventures. He continued working until his retirement in 1986, at which time his only son, Greg, proudly took over the family business.

Since July 1958, Herb has been a member of the Flathead Shrine Club, Oriental Band, and was a member of the Royal Order of Jesters. He proudly sponsored numerous local crippled children to the Spokane Shriners Hospital and patients to the Shriners Burn Institutes.

Herb's family was very special to him. He loved taking his children skiing, hunting and sledding, and enjoyed flying family and friends in his own airplane. His grandchildren brought him extreme joy and filled his heart with love. Everyone was entertained on a regular basis with Herb's storytelling and adventures.

Herb was known for his quick wit and incredible sense of humor. Even while hospitalized, everyone was amazed at his endless humor, and he continually had his family laughing through their tears.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Delbert and Florence Sandon; his stepmother, Lena Sandon; and his sisters, Eunice Sandon and Grace Palmer.

He is survived by his wife, Gloria; one son, Greg Sandon, and Joyce; six daughters, Linda Sandon, Cheryl Schuff, Karen Sandon, Jan Schnell and her husband, Bill, all of Kalispell, Judy Just and her husband, Wayne, of Racine, Wisc., and Debbie Pfrimmer and her husband, Brent, of Pensacola, Fla.; 11 grandchildren, Tiffany Sandon, Wade and Kayla (Jayde) Robinson, Cody Sandon, Danielle Sandon, Ryan Krause and his wife, Tosha, all of Kalispell, Brandon Schuff of Oklahoma City, Chad Andersch of Klamath Falls, Ore., Breann Andersch of Racine, Wisc., Chandra Pfrimmer of Tallahassee, Fla., and Blake Pfrimmer of Pensacola, Fla.; four great-grandchildren, Damien Sandon of Marysville, Wash., Hailey Sandon, Tremayne and Aiden Krause, all of Kalispell; his brother, Robert Sandon, of Youngtown, Ariz., and his brother-in-law, Harvey "Fuzz" Palmer, of St. Genevieve, Mo. His special friend, Gene Hawes of Kalispell is forever remembered for his lifelong friendship.

Herb will be missed by numerous relatives and an endless list of special friends, including many who called him "Dad."

"Herb touched many lives and will always be loved and missed by everyone. We cherish the precious memories and find peace in knowing he is in a much better place with the Lord," his family wrote.

Memorial services for Herb were held at Tuesday, Jan. 22, at the Kalispell Christian Center, 255 Summit Ridge Drive, with a luncheon immediately afterward. Then a celebration of Herb's life took place at the Eagles Club in Kalispell.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials, in Herb's name, to the Spokane Shriners Hospital, 911 W. Fifth Ave., Spokane, WA 99204; Hospice Home Options-KRMC, 175 Commons Loop, No. 100, Kalispell, MT 59901; or to a charity of the donor's choice.

Johnson Mortuary and Crematory is caring for Herb's family. You are invited to go to www.johnsonmortuary.com to offer condolences and sign Herb's guest book.