Stevensville – The family of Lydia Bea Gomes, 72, announce her passing on June 23, 2026 at home surrounded by family after a 7 month battle with ovarian cancer. Lydia was born in Southern California to Bernard and Lydia Weisz who have preceded her in death. They were married for 17 years before divorcing and had one child Michelle (Gomes) Christopher. Over 30 years ago, both Lydia and her daughter Michelle moved up to Montana and settled in the Bitterroot Valley. Lydia is survived by her daughter Michelle (Gomes) Christopher, son-in-law Nico Christopher, and her beloved granddaughters Adleigh and Junie Christopher.