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William (Bill) Burrell

PLAINS - Beloved husband, son, brother, father and grandfather, Bill Burrell, laid down his working tools on April 19, 2025. He was born to Wayne and Viola Burrell on Dec. 16, 1952, in St. Ignatius. Bill graduated from Charlo High School. He worked for Burlington Northern and then Montana Rail Link, where he dedicated 30 years as a laborer and foreman.   

Bill married Marty Mocabee, the love of his life, on June 21, 1980. They made their home in Ronan and then Plains where they have resided for 40 years.   

He enjoyed gardening, camping, fishing, socializing and was a dedicated member of his church and a devoted brother in Masonic Ponemah Lodge #63. His warm smile and helping hands will be missed by many. 

Bill is survived by his wife, Marty; sons, Willie Burrell (Casie) and Kevin Schomer (Lila); daughter, Randi Targerson (Wes); numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Jim, Don, and Bob; and sister, Viki.

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