Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home and Crematory | Funeral & Cremation Services for Kalispell, MT - Kalispell, MT

Who We Are

Our staff of professionals has years of experience caring for families from all walks of life. Each comes to us because we are leaders in our profession, with dedication to service and professional integrity.

When we sit down with a family, our shared goal is to create a fitting, memorable and affordable service for their loved one. We offer them a wide variety of services and products, as well as a wealth of creative ideas and suggestions. Together, we'll design a memorial or funeral service that suits their needs now, and in the future. Families who come to us know that years from now, they will have deep peace-of-mind because in coming to us, they've done their best to honor their loved one.

Our History

Darling & Fischer Mortuaries was founded in 1931 by Rev. Roger Darling with Darling Funeral Home on the corner of 10th and Santa Clara streets in San Jose California. Clyde Fischer purchased the funeral home from Rev. Darling and Darling Funeral Home became Darling & Fischer Garden Chapel. Clyde was an active member of the community, serving as San Jose mayor from 1932-1937 and on the city council in the 1960's. Clyde was instrumental in establishing Hands Across the Border providing school and medical supplies to Mexico. He adopted the Sisters of the Good Shepherd Orphanage in Mexicali Mexico and provided funding and supplies for many years.

Clyde's son Jack joined the business in 1944. They expanded the family business by opening the Memorial Chapel in downtown Campbell in 1953 and the Chapel of the Hills in downtown Los Gatos in 1954. In 1978 they purchased Los Gatos Memorial Park to provide burial and cremation options for the community. Jack Fischer's son, Jeff, joined the business in 1976 after graduating from Cal Poly. Jeff continued the family tradition of community involvement and serves on the Board of Directors of Good Samaritan Hospital, the San Jose/Evergreen Community College Foundation and the Board of Trustees of the Evergreen School District.

In 1998 Darling & Fischer merged with Carriage Services of California to provide added value to the families we serve. The Fischer family continues to be active in the business and community. Darling & Fisher cares about each family we serve. Our staff of professional directors has experience compassionately caring for families during one of the most difficult times in their lives. We ensure that each service reflects the unique life of the deceased and is meaningful and supportive for family and friends. We offer creative ideas and options to help tailor your arrangements to suit your family as you create a tribute to your loved one. Darling & Fischer offers a wide variety of choices for burial, cremation, entombment, services and ceremonies. Our staff will offer counsel and guidance as you consider arrangements and options. We take care of all the complex details for you. Please contact us so that we can answer your questions or arrange a time to meet.

Our Valued Staff

Anthony V. Gloschat, Managing Partner

Anthony has served the Flathead Valley as a funeral director for Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home (formerly Johnson Mortuary) since 1996, and as the manager since 1998. In 2008, Anthony entered into a Partnership Agreement and became the Managing Partner of Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home. He is a 1992 graduate of Mount Hood Community College and has been a licensed Mortician in Montana since 1993. A Montana native, Anthony was raised in Great Falls, Montana graduating from C.M. Russell High School in 1981. After serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and was stationed right back in Great Falls for six years before finishing his education in Gresham, Oregon. Anthony is very active in his local congregation, is a husband and father of four, and a member of the Sunriser Lion's Club.
Sue Gloschat, Funeral Assistant

Sue was born in White Plains, New york but moved to Montana at a early age. She attended Bigfork High School and is a 1981 graduate of Flathead High School. Sue also studied at Montana State University. She met and married Anthony V. Gloschat in 1984. Sue is the mother of four children, two of which are Flathead High graduates and two in the Glacier High School program. She is a 2nd Degree black Belt with the International Shotokan Karate Association, and an early morning seminary instructor for the ninth grade students in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
Charlie S. Wilson, Funeral Director

Charlie has served the Flathead Valley as a funeral director for Johnson & Gloschat Funeral Home since 2004. He is a 1995 graduate of Kansas City Kansas Community College and has been a licensed Funeral Director since 1997. A Montana native, Charlie was born in Bozeman but recieved his high school education in Iowa graduating from Indianola Iowa High School in 1976. He worked for the Bell Telephone Company in Iowa and Nebraska for 15 years before starting his second career. He is currently engaged and enjoys hunting and fishing, bicycling and spending time with family and friends. He also enjoys photography and birdwatching. He is a member of Daybreak Rotary of Kalispell, is a Mason and also attends the Church at Creston.
Marie Love, Office Manager

Marie has served as the Office Manager for Johnson & Gloschat Funeral Home since December of 1997. She is an Idaho native, born and raised in the Arco and Leslie areas. Marie married and raised her family in Price, Utah before moving to the Flathead Valley in 1986. Marie brings many years of experience in both accounting and management to the staff. She is married and enjoys her large family and much larger extended family. Marie loves working with people. Her hobbies include dancing, singing, bowling and outdoor activities. She is a very active member of the Bigfork ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of latter-Day Saints.
Amy Koch, Funeral Director

Amy has lived in Kalispell for nine years, moving here in 1999 from Mason City, Iowa to work as a Funeral Director with Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home. She grew up in Dubuque, Iowa and was a 1987 graduate of Hempstead High School. Amy attended the University of Iowa, in Iowa City, graduating in 1992 and later attended the Cinncinati College of Mortuary Science, graduating in 1995. She was then employed as a Funeral Director by Hogan-Bremer Colonial Chapel in Mason City, Iowa until moving to Montana. She married Tom Koch on February 28, 2000 and they are the parents of two exceptional boys, Sebastian and Jordan. Amy enjoys gardening, cooking and being a homeschooling mom. She is also a member of the Rocky Mountain Baptist church in Kalispell.
Fred Gloschat, Ambassador

Joachim Alfred Gloschat Sr. known as "Fred" was born in 1936 in Berlin, Germany and is Anthony's father. His apprenticeship as a tailor was interrupted when the family fled communist East Germany in 1951. In 1953, Fred and his mother followed his sister to the United States where they settled in Salt Lake City and worked for English Tailors to pay off their sponsor's loan and become assimilated in the American culture. Fred joined the military serving honorably in Vietnam and retired from the USAF in 1976. He then worked for Boeing and the Department of Defense until 1992. Fred learned how to fly while on active duty and is a FAA certified flight instructor; he has been an electrical contractor; and has been associated as a part-time funeral assistant since 1982, working with Croxford and Son’s in the Great Falls and now Johnson & Gloschat Funeral Home in Kalispell. Fred married his sweetheart in 1958 and they are the parents of six children and twenty grand children. He has been involved in scouting since 1962 and received the honor of the Silver Beaver for his service to the youth. He is also very active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Later-Day Saints, Bigfork Ward.
Fred Kluesner, Ambassador

Fred is a native Montanan, having grown up in Lima. He moved to Kalispell in 1971 and is retired from PTI/Centurytel. He was active in the PeeWee baseball program growing up with his 2 sons and has been active with the Boy Scouts for 26 years. He is a member of the Eagles, Elks and Knights of Columbus. Fred is a volunteer with the Kalispell Regional Medical Center and Glacier Jazz Society. He has been married to his sweet heart, Eileen, for 50 years, has 4 children and 9 grandchildren. He enjoys hunting, fishing, rafting, boating on his “Red Wine” boat and is an active member of Risen Christ Catholic Church.
Roger Bowman, Ambassador

Roger is a native to Kalispell, attending school and recieving his education in the Flathead. After his schooling he started a long haul trucking business, he then worked at Superior Lumber Co. in Columbia Falls, as a shipping foreman for 14 years. Roger then worked for the Kalispell Fire Department for many years, retiring as Assistant Chief. He was also instrumental in starting the fire department at the Glacier International Airport. Roger has helped out at the funeral home for thirty years, working part-time as needed. He is very active in his church and has traveled to several different countries on mission trips. He is married to Sue, and has four lovely daughters. Roger enjoys spending time with his family and meets daily for coffee with his friends who have retired from the fire department. Roger also enjoys fishing, camping, and hiking in Glacier Park.