Leroy Jesse “Jess” Houle, 46

Leroy Jesse “Jess” Houle, 46, passed away Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021 at his home on Coombs Lane in Arlee. Jess was born June 29, 1975 in Great Falls to Gaylord “Aut” Houle and Donna Romsa Houle.

Jess grew up with his sister Lonnie, mother “Chicken” and dad Rick Lozeau in Ronan. He attended Ronan Public Schools and Two Eagle River School.

Jess also worked at Rocky Mountain Twist (JORES) in Ronan. He enjoyed working on his vehicles, especially his Audi. He loved getting in his ride and cruising. He also enjoyed outdoor activities such as hiking, hunting, fishing and cutting firewood. Jess mostly loved spending time with his family.

Jess was preceded in death by his mother, Donna R. Houle, and dad Herbert “Rick” Lozeau. He is survived by father Gaylord “Aut” Houle; daughters Deja M. Deserley and Khaila M. Houle; sister Lonnie Romsa-Mays (Lawrence); niece/goddaughter Kristina Mays (three great-nieces and two great-nephews); nephew Lawrence Mays Jr.; and many uncles, aunts, cousins, bro’s, sis’s and friends.

Cremation took place Sept. 8 at sunset, with a rosary at 8 p.m. Sept. 9 and a funeral at 11 a.m. Sept.10. All proceedings were at Foster Funeral Home and Crematory. Memorials and donations will be sent to Foster Funeral Home and Crematory for the Houle/Mays family.