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Carla Neugebauer Obituary
Carla Lorene Neugebauer, born on June 14th, 1948, in Whitefish, Montana, lived a life dedicated to nurturing both her community and her family. The daughter of Ray and Grace Lorene Brown, Carla devoted nearly three decades to the Whitefish Cemetery, transforming it into a serene haven for reflection and remembrance. Her exceptional tenure began on July 17, 1995, and continued until her retirement at the age of 77, leaving a legacy of beauty and care. Carla's angelic singing voice could have made even Patsy Cline proud, and she was a talented seamstress who delighted in creating handmade Christmas ornaments cherished by her family.
She is predeceased by her parents, her beloved Morris David Neugebauer, and Wade Neugebauer. Carla's last years of her life journey were spent alongside Scott Lovelace and their pets, Jazzie, Brodie, and Tippy. Her legacy lives on through her children Danna Herrell (Dave), Curtis Ost (Staci), Monica Foster (Jeff), and Matt Swingholm (Lisa); her grandchildren Kayla (Matt), Kendra (Brandon), Presley (Jack), Makenna, Taylor (Brandon), Brenna, Caroline, Brandy, and Madison; and her great-grandchildren Kinley, Brantley, Dax, Jaedon, Kennedy, Cash, Laice, Beau, and Waylon, who will forever cherish her memory.
Carla's life was a testament to the wisdom, "Never blame anyone in life. Good people give happiness, bad people give experience, worst people give a lesson, and the best people give memories."
A service in her honor will be held on January 17th at 2:00 pm at the Whitefish Methodist Church, followed by a gathering to celebrate her remarkable life.
To send online condolences please visit www.austinfh.com. Austin Funeral & Cremation Services in Whitefish is caring for the family.
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Jared Lovern
January 12, 2026
I share my deepest condolences to the whole family. Carla was a wonderful friend and coworker, to me for years. She always showed a kind heart and positive attitude towards life´s challenges. I´m so blessed to have known Carla for many years. Carla you will forever missed, but never forgotten.
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Sharis Wills Murn
January 10, 2026
I enjoyed a girlhood friendship with Carla in Jr High. My fondest memories were of Carla singing with the piano. The happiness and joy she brought to others through her singing is a treasured memory.
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