Michael Pharris

Michael Gilbert Pharris, 86, of Pray Montana, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Livingston Healthcare. Cremation has been entrusted to Franzen Davis Funeral Home.

Michael was born on October 11, 1939, in Coalinga, CA to Gilbert B. and Laura Marie Lucille (Aston) Pharris. Growing up in California and eventually graduating from UCLA. He would go on to work in the aerospace industry before becoming a realtor and working for years in hospitality. He served as a marine and was an expert rifleman who was honorably discharged.

Michael will be remembered as a diplomat with a great smile who was amazing with people. He worked in real estate for numerous years with his second wife Janene C. Pharris. They worked closely as a successful team.

He will missed by all that knew him but especially his wife of 41 years, Janene C. Pharris of Pray; beloved children, Michael Jr., Angie, and Jennifer; brother, Gil Pharris, as well as numerous friends, too many to list.

He was preceded in death by his parents and beloved Husky, Koti.

A quote to leave you with from Michael, “Be at peace with God.”