Leo Stoltz

In Loving Memory of Leo F. Stoltz.

With faith in God’s eternal promise, we share the passing of Leo F. Stoltz, of Kalispell, on Oct. 9, 2025. Born April 2, 1940, in Flasher, North Dakota, Leo served in the U.S. Navy and moved to Kalispell in 1966, where he formerly managed Carl Weissman and Sons. Known affectionately as "Big L," he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who loved bowling, golf and was a longtime member of St. Matthew’s Parish.

Leo is survived by his wife, Marlene; children, Janet Zauner (Jeff), Melissa Churla (Shane) and Brad Stoltz (Heather); grandchildren, Morgen Cano (Cole), Coleman Zauner, Cameron Stoltz (Allyson) and Isaiah Stoltz (Haylie); step-grandchildren, Lierin Churla (Pat Adair) and Morgan Churla (Brandon Charyna); great-grandchildren, Sarika, Saige and Piper Cano; Holland, Lincoln and Elijah Stoltz and step-great-grandson, Sully Charyna. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Elnora Stoltz.

A funeral service will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 17, at St. Matthew’s Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Samaritan House in Leo’s memory.

As Leo always said, with a smile — "See ya when I see ya."

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