Mary Jane Pearson — July 25, 1945 - October 21, 2025

    It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Mary Jane Pearson, 80, who went home to be with the Lord on Oct. 21. She passed peacefully at her home in Lacey, Wash.
    Mary Jane was born July 25, 1945, in Deer Lodge, and was a devoted mother, grandmother and friend. She lived her life with grace, kindness and an unshakable faith in God. Her gentle spirit and caring heart touched everyone she met.
    A faithful servant, Mary Jane was active in her church community and always found joy in helping others. She will be remembered for her warm smile, her prayers for everyone she loved and the comfort she brought to those in need.
    She is preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Georgia (Steele) Gaskell.
  She is survived by her children, Joseph (Shannon) of Great Falls; Anthony (Fritzie) of Seattle; six grandchildren; and her siblings, Harry (Lila) Gaskell of Roundup, and Jim Gaskell of Deer Lodge, who will forever cherish her memory and carry her love in their hearts.
    Her faith was her foundation, and we find peace knowing she is now resting in the arms of her Savior.
    Graveside service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 8, at Hillcrest Cemetery in Deer Lodge, with Military Honors, in the care of Mills & Mills Funeral Home & Memorial Park.