David Allen Lay's obituary , Passed away on September 9, 2025 in East Helena, Montana

David Allen Lay

May 14, 1943 - September 9, 2025 (82 years old)

East Helena, Montana

David Allen Lay's obituary , Passed away on September 9, 2025 in East Helena, Montana

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Retz Funeral Home & Crematory

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David Allen Lay

May 14, 1943 - September 9, 2025 (82 years old)

East Helena, Montana

David Allen Lay Obituary

In loving memory of David Allen Lay of East Helena, Montana, who departed this world on September 9, 2025 at the age of 82. David leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint David leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Raymond Lay and Esther Lay. He is survived by: his wife Marlene Lay (Munyan); and his children, Doug Lay (Kim), Wade Lay, Shelley Lay, Jared Lay (Heather), Andrew Lay (Richelle), Beth Kerr (Tori) and Randy Lay.

Visitation was held on Monday, September 15th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (1610 E 6th Ave, Helena, MT 59601). A funeral service was held on Monday, September 15th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. The military honors was held on Monday, September 15th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the Forestvale Cemetery (690 Forestvale Rd, Helena, MT 59602).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Retz Funeral Home & Crematory



Mon

Sep 15

Visitation

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
1610 E 6th Ave, Helena, MT 59601

Mon

Sep 15

Funeral service

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
1610 E 6th Ave, Helena, MT 59601

Mon

Sep 15

Military honors

Forestvale Cemetery
690 Forestvale Rd, Helena, MT 59602

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