The Missoulian from Missoula, Montana • 17

and and and Missoulian, Friday, December 5, 2003 B3 MONTANA Missing forgery suspects buy gun in Stevensville A couple accused in a string of recent check forgeries is now suspected of using a forged check to buy a gun, Missoula County Sheriff's Capt. Greg Hintz said Thursday. John and Denise Abbott have already been charged in District Court with multiple counts of check forgery. And both are also wanted for failing to appear in court on those charges. A $15,000 warrant has been issued for John Abbott and a $20,000 warrant is out for Denise.

Hintz said the couple allegedly bought the gun from a Stevensville man last Friday morning. When he tried to cash the check, the bank wouldn't honor it. Court documents filed in Denise Abbott's case charge her with five counts of forgery, using several different sets of checks stolen from the trash. Parade, lighting of tree to be held Saturday Downtown Missoula revs up its holiday spirit Saturday with the Parade of Lights, capped by the lighting of the Christmas tree at 6:30 p.m. at Circle Square.

Sponsored by the Missoula Downtown Association and Bon-Macy's, the event kicks off at 3 p.m. with Santa's arrival at the Wilma Theater, and downtown stores will stay open for shopping until midnight. From 3 to 5 p.m. there will be photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Wilma, photos with Santa's pony and ponycart rides at A Carousel for Missoula.

Also, the Art Museum of Missoula will offer free entry and cider. The Missoula Children's Museum will provide a children's winter craft workshop from 2 to 5:30 p.m. The lighting of the bonfire When the affidavit was filed Nov. 6, the Abbotts had allegedly forged 169 checks, totalling $9,960.93. All of the account holders said they threw their checks away before moving out of town.

In one case the checks had been torn in three but were taped back together and used. In an interview with police, the affidavit said, Denise Abbott told an officer she had quit her job and her husband's business had failed. She said they found the checks when they were looking through Dumpsters for furniture and other things they could sell at garage sales. According to the affidavit, John Abbott told the same story. Both were initially released on their own recognizance.

The warrants were issued when they didn't show up for court dates. Ericka Schenck Smith, Missoulian is at the red X's at 5:30 p.m., the Parade of Lights from the Missoulian follows at 6, and the Christian Life Center Choral performs during the lighting of the Christmas tree. For more information, visit www.missouladowntown.com or call 543-4238. Missoulian Santa Claus to appear at Bob Ward store Santa Claus is coming to town, and he's coming by train. The annual Montana Rail Link-Southgate Mall train, which includes a locomotive and two dome cars, will be at Bob Ward and Sons from 11 a.m.

to 2 p.m. Saturday. Children of all ages can visit Santa, get an up-close look at railroad equipment and learn about railroad crossing safety. Santa will provide children with mittens and stocking caps donated by Sears. Missoulian COMMUNITY CALENDAR GLACIER ICE RINK public skate, p.m., and adult public skate, 10-11 p.m.

Missoula County Fairgrounds. Call: $2 youths, $4 adults. Skate rental: $2 youths, $3 adults. Call 728-0316. FIVE VALLEYS LAND TRUST holiday gathering and open house, 5-7 p.m., 211 N.

Higgins Ave. Call 549-0755. "MURDER AT THE MANOR," murder mystery comedy, 7 p.m., LDS Stake Center, 3201 Bancroft St. Donation appreciated, but not required. Call Karalene, 327-0019.

Organizations Public events MISSOULA SENIOR Center, 705 S. Higgins 543-7154. Quilters, 10 a.m.; thrift shop 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; lunch, 11:30 a.m.; cribbage, 12:30 p.m.; line dance, 1 p.m. HAMILTON SENIOR CENTER, 820 N. Fourth 363-5181.

exercise, 8:15 a.m.; lunch, noon. END-OF-LIFE CHOICES Montana no-host lunch and discussion, noon, Jaker's, 3515 Brooks St. Topic: talking to your family about end-oflife choices. Call John, 721-5021, or Joan, 273-2466. FIVE VALLEYS PACHYDERM Club, noon-1 p.m., Triple Dragon Restaurant, 700 W.

Broadway St. SWINGOLA plus, 8-10 p.m. Caller: Barry Bartlette. Lolo Square and Round Dance Center, 2 miles west of Lolo on U.S. Highway 12.

Call 273-0141. School menus Meals include milk. MISSOULA Lunch: chickenwich, vegetables, orange, brownie. ALBERTON grilled calzone, tossed salad, pear, Rice Krispies treat. BONNER Lunch: grilled cheese sandwich, tomato soup, green beans, fruit.

CLINTON Breakfast: cereal, muffin, fruit. Lunch: corn dog, vegetables, fruit, cookie. FLORENCE Lunch: shepherd's pie, peach cobbler, breadsticks, grapes. HELLGATE -Breakfast: cereal, toast, fruit. Lunch: barbecue pork sandwich, peas, banana, berry Respite Care Now Available 2 week Minimum Glen 3620 American Way (next to Home Depot) 542-7009 OBITUARIES Grant A.

Kien Campbell and Rhonda and Stacy Robert Alexander 'Bob' Francis MISSOULA Robert Alexander "Bob" Francis, 83, of Missoula, passed away from natural causes Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2003, at Village Health Care Center. He was born March 10, 1920, in Whitehall, the son of Albert and Anna Francis. He graduated from Victor High School and attended Birmington Southern College. He served his country during World War II from 1942-1945.

Francis He married Mayme Fristo in 1946. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 34 years in the old downtown office and had a rural route for four years. He was a member of the Eagles, VFW and American Legion. Bob enjoyed working in his yard and gardening, especially his roses, and loved to watch any kind of sports on TV.

He'll be remembered as a very soft-spoken person with his special saying, "Be Nice." He was preceded in death by his wife, Mayme; his parents; and his brothers, James, Virgil and Charles. He is survived by his daughter, Carol Holgate and husband Duane of Missoula; three grandsons, Brian and his wife Teresa of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, Daniel and his wife Julie of New Prague, and Eddy and his wife Dani of Belgrade; sister, Nellie Pilsner of Sacramento, six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and special friend, Mary Pulliam. Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at Garden City Funeral Home, followed by a reception in the funeral home's community room.

The family suggests that memorials be made to a charity of the donor's choice. William Pieters Pieters HAMILTON William Pieters, 88, passed away of natural causes Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2003, at Valley View Estates Health Care Center in Hamilton. The fourth of seven children, he was born July 3, 1915, in Cartwright, N.D., to Julius and Matilda Pieters. Bill married his childhood sweetheart.

Hazel Johnson in 1938. Bill and Hazel resided in Sidney, where he was employed as a farm equipment mechanic. They moved to Missoula in 1953. He was part owner of Missoula Truck Sales until his retirement in 1977. As a young man, he was in the CCC.

During his lifetime, he was affiliated with Lions Club, Elks Club and Rotary. He was also an active member of his church. Hazel preceded Bill in death in 1986. He is survived by their two daughters, Ivelle and Paul Pramenko and Billiette and Bob Serwacki; and grandchildren, Kirsten, Tony and Austin Carlson, Patrick, Natalie and Mollie Pramenko, Will Serwacki and Bobbi Serwacki. Bill moved to Hamilton and became an avid golfer.

He was a bailiff for Ravalli County, where he met Margaret "Mugs" Stelling. They married in 1989. He is survived by Margaret and her children, Steve and Keni Stelling, Mark and Linda Stelling, Lori and Pete Rowan; and grandchildren Melanie, Oli and Mikaela Tripp, Steve Stelling and Brianne and Lisa Rowan. Bill is also survived by his sisters, Lillian Green of Great Falls, Madelyn Green of Portland, Evelyn Jewett of Wibaux and Marion Evanson of Williston, N.D. Services will be at 11 a.m.

Saturday, Dec. 6, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Faith Lutheran Church, 171 Lewis Lane, Hamilton, MT 59840; or a charity of MISSOULA Grant A. Kien, 87, wished all goodbye Saturday, Nov. 29, 2003, as he left to go see his "girl." He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Helen his girl.

He was surrounded by his family and left peacefully. Born in Xenia, Ohio, on May 13, 1916, he spent most of his life in Cincinnati working as an insurance agent for the Union Central Life Insurance Co. His relationship with the company was a source of great pride to him and he Kien worked hard to support his family and see that his three sons were well-educated. He married his girl Helen in 1939. He was very much involved in the Shrine, and he and his wife loved to dance at the Shrine social events.

During morning coffee, Grant and Helen also enjoyed crossword puzzles. During World War II, he was in the U.S. Navy, serving as a pharmacist mate, which gave him a great appreciation for medical science. His service in the Navy was a source of pride and many stories. He was an eccentric man and a big-hearted man who loved Christmas and particularly finding presents for others and making homemade decorations.

Grant and Helen moved to Missoula in 1995, to be near their oldest son, Terry Kien, M.D. He enjoyed bird hunting with visiting his son, John, and family in Albuquerque, N.M., and fishing with his son, Larry, in Galveston, Texas. He was an avid Duke University basketball fan. He is survived by his son, Terry Kien, M.D., and wife Beverly of Missoula; his son, Larry Kien, M.D., and wife Pat of Galveston; and his son, John Kien and wife Karen of Albuquerque. He is also survived by six granddaughters, Rebecca, Angela, Stephanie, Molly, Sabrina and Cassie; two grandsons, Adrian and Zachary; and two great Tyler and Jackson.

Services will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. Clifford George 'Cliff' Campbell 1941-2003 Campbell STEVENSVILLE Clifford George "Cliff" Campbell, 62, of Stevensville, went to be with his Lord peacefully in his sleep Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2003.

He was born Oct. 8, 1941, in Forsyth to Cliff and Opal Campbell. He grew up in Eastern Montana before making his home in Missoula. Cliff married Theresa Bartoschek on Feb. 22, 1993.

Together, they built their home in Stevensville. Campbell He loved living in the country on his little farm. Cliff retired from L.S. Jensen and Sons Construction in 2000, where he worked on and off for more than 20 years. He was an active member of the FOE in Missoula; his presence will be missed as "holiday Santa." Cliff loved camping, fishing and sports.

He was a huge "Griz Fan" and was dedicated to the Oakland Raiders as well. But most of all he loved watching his grandchildren play sports. He was their biggest fan. He will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to hear his jokes and his great laugh. Cliff was known for his great sense of humor and overwhelming generosity.

His great love for his children compared to none and his legacy will live on through them. He was loved and admired by all who met him. Love you We love you Dad. Cliff is survived by his wife, Theresa of Stevensville; his children, Diana (Brax) Brown, Sheila (John) Morris, Clifford Todd Harris; Shawn (Nichole) Heidrick, Mike Campbell, Wendy Silva, Kim Seibert, Kelly Grubaugh and Brian (Crystal Lineback; stepchildren, Darla Rothley, Bonnie (Bob) Desmid and Ronda (Dodd) McDermott; his brother, Jim (Starla) Campbell; and sister, Lorna (Terry) Cantrell. Cliff had 22 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.

His lap was never empty! Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many cherished friends. Visitation will be held from 2-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, at the Whitesitt Funeral Home in Stevensville with family present from 2-3 p.m. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m.

Saturday at the Christian Assembly Church at 1001 Cleveland St. in Missoula with Pastor Mike McGovern officiating. Burial will follow at the FlorenceCarlton Cemetery in Florence. A reception will be Florence-Carlton Community Church. Cliff's family suggests that memorials be made to a favorite charity.

Glen Vandenberg Vergeront POLSON Glen Vandenberg Vergeront, 86, of Polson, passed away at his home Dec. 2, 2003. Glen was born June 18, 1917, in Madison, to Glen W. and Elizabeth Vergeront. He grew up and attended schools in Barron, and graduated from Barron High School in 1935.

He graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a bachelor's degree Vergeront in 1939 and received his master's degree in 1940 from Montana State University. Glen was a professor of rural sociology at North Dakota State University in Fargo, N.D., where he worked on his doctorate degree. He married Ruth Tower on Oct. 6, 1945. They moved to Polson in 1947, where he ranched, raising shorthorn and later simmental cattle.

Ruth passed away in 1974. He married Geraldine McElwee on May 21, 1977. She preceded him in death in 2000. Glen was a former Polson School Board trustee, served on the Lake County Agriculture Stabilization Committee, St. Joseph Hospital Board and the Polson City Library Board.

After retirement, Glen traveled through all 50 states and over six continents. He always enjoyed tracking the stock market, studying thoroughbred horses, and going to the Polson Rotary Club every Tuesday. When asked if his life turned out the way he thought it would when he was young, he replied, "Probably not, but it is just fine!" He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ruth; son, baby Kenneth; daughter, Betty; wife, Geraldine; and stepdaughter, Sharon. He is survived by his two brothers, Robert and John, both of Wisconsin; daughter, Ann Gilbert and husband Bill of Stanwood, two sons, Chip and his wife Karen of Polson and Charlie and his wife Heather of Polson; and a stepson, Rod McElwee and his wife Carol of Belgrade; grandchildren, Stacy Diehl (Matt), Craig McLees, Jerry Vergeront (Kim), Marc Vergeront (Becky), Tawni Murphy (Kirk), Alison Vergeront, Wil Gilbert, Jeremy Gilbert, Shawn McElwee, Dawn McElwee, Michael Vergeront; four great-grandchildren; plus numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the Polson City Library.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 8, at the Grogan Funeral Home in Polson with the Rev. Edwina Aker officiating. A reception will be held at the funeral home immediately following the services.

Arrangements and cremation are by Grogan Funeral Home Crematory of Polson. LIVE CHRISTMAS TREES Custom Wreaths Gorgeous Poinsettias Stop By Our Nursery for UNIQUE Gift Ideas YEAR ROUND SERVICE! CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES Garden Design Maintenance Landscaping Irrigation Snowplowing! Nursery Garden Center 6170 Butter Ge Rd. Across from Smoke Jumper Center 721-GROW (4769) Hours: Mon Sat: 9-5 Marguerite G. 'Marge' Dodge Dodge MISSOULA Marguerite G. "Marge" Dodge, 85, of Missoula, passed away at St.

Patrick Hospital on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2003. Viewing will be from noon to 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8, at St.

Paul's Lutheran Church. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. at the church with a reception follow. Following cremation, interment will be held later at Sunset Memorial Kien A complete obituary will follow. Arrangements are under the care of Garden City Funeral Home Crematory.

Dewey Parkison KALISPELL Dewey Parkison, 73, died at the Brendan House in Kalispell on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2003, from a recent illness. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, at Johnson Mortuary.

A full obituary will follow. Arrangements are under the direction of Johnson Mortuary and Crematory. BRIEFS DEATH NOTICES Ambrose Rudolph Hansen STEVENSVILLE Ambrose Rudolph Hansen, 90, of Stevensville, died at the Bitterroot Valley Living Center in Stevensville on Wednesday, Dec. 3. Arrangements are pending with Whitesitt Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Stevensville.

Louis Allen Donohue PLACID LAKE Louis Allen "Al" Donohue, 76, died Thursday, Dec. 4, at his home. Services will be announced by Cremation and Burial Society of the Rockies. www.missoulian.com cobbler. LOLO Breakfast: sweet roll or hot or cold cereal, toast and jelly or muffin, fruit or juice.

Lunch: grilled cheese sandwich, blackberry shortcake, steamed vegetables, banana. POTOMAC Lunch: cheese pizza, corn, pineapple, mandarin oranges, trail mix. ST. JOSEPH Lunch: spaghetti, garlic bread, vegetables. TARGET RANGE Breakfast: cinnamon roll.

Lunch: sloppy joes, corn, pears, cookie. On campus UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA Provost's Distinguished Faculty Series: "Harnessing the Power of the Internet," Jakki Mohr, UM management and marketing professor, 7 p.m., University Theatre. Free. Brown Bag Lecture Series: "Higher Education in Post-Soviet Central Asia," Almazbek Akhmataliev, rector, Naryn State University, Kyrgyzstan, noon-1 p.m., Mansfield Center, Conference Room. Free.

Call 243-2235. Friday Ecology Seminar Series: "Conservation of River Otters," Gonzalo Medina, Universidad Austral, Valdivia, Chile, p.m., North Underground Lecture Hall 101. Free. UC Holiday Art Fair, through Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., University Center Atrium.

Live music and daily drawings. Free. Concert: Chamber Chorale and Jubes, canceled. Births Erika and Jim McGowan, Missoula, girl, Dec. 1.

Theresa and Gary Radford, Stevensville, boy, Dec. 2. Karla Hornstein and Daniel Parkey, Missoula, boy, Dec. 3. Jennifer and Michael Ruegemer, Stevensville, boy, Dec.

4. Our family serving your family Missoula's only independent, locally ouned Freneral Home Conveniently located at the comer of Spurgin Reserve 543-5595 DEWELL, John H. Memorial services will be held Sunday, Dec. 14, at 2 p.m. at 2207 27th Avenue.

DONOHUE, Louis "Al" Arrangements are pending. Cremation Burial Saciety of the Rockies Montana Cremation Memorial Society Locally Owned Operated Guaranteed Lowest Prices in Missoula 3035 S. Russell (across from the YMCA) 542-3378 LISSOULA AREA Funeral Homes Rick Evans Funeral GARDEN CITY Funeral Home 1705 W. Broadway 543-4190 LANGE, Prof. Robert W.

Memorial services will be held on Friday, Dec. 5, at 1 p.m. at Garden City. STULC, Nancy A. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Friday, Dec.

12, at 1 p.m. at Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Great Falls. BONDS, Charlotte P. Services on Wednesday, 10, at 2 p.m. at Mullan Meadows, 10450 Mullan Rd.

DOWSE, Mary Lou Services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 1 p.m. at her home, 24805 View Crest Drive, Huson. FRISINGER, Jeffrey J. Services on Saturday, Dec.

6, at 10 a.m. at Garden City Funeral Home. PRICE, Hattie Services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 6, at Payne Mortuary in Burley, ID. SCHWAB, Clarence J.

Services on Saturday, Dec. 13, at 1 p.m. at Florence Carlton Church. JOHNSON, Brianna Nicole Services will be held on Friday, Dec. 5, at 10 a.m.

at the funeral home. Interment at Missoula Cemetery, FRANCIS, Robert A. Services will be held Saturday, Dec. 6, at 1 p.m. at Garden City Funeral Home with a reception following.

DODGE, Marguerite G. Viewing will be Monday, Dec. 8, from noon-1 p.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church followed by funeral services at 1 p.m.

A reception will follow at church. LIVINGSTON MALLETTA GERAGHTY: Funeral Home 224 W. Spruce 543-3137 SUNSET MEMORIAL Funeral Home 7405 Mullan Road 549-2857 KIEN, Grant A. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Dec. 6, 4 p.m.

at the funeral home. PIETERS, William "Bill" Funeral services will be held Saturday. Dec. 6, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home..