Maria was cherished by her loving mother and father, Alicia and Orrin; Nana and Papa, Katie and Jim; aunt, Angie; aunt and uncle, Anna and Chris; cousins, Charlotte and Grant; great-grandma, Jane; grandma, Kaloni; grandpa, Joe; great-grandma, Bonnie; and countless extended family members and friends. She enjoyed crafting, shopping, and baking with her mom, outdoor adventures with her dad, and she adored animals (particularly her cats). She was passionate about nature and spent many happy days at the family cabins surrounded by the beauty of the mountains. She was called “Little Hummingbird.” Bridgette was also an accomplished athlete, having obtained a Great Falls High School Letter in track and field. She loved and cared for children.We will forever hold Bridgette in our hearts and remember the joy and love she brought into our lives. “Rise above the mountain trees Little Hummingbird, see you in the sunrise and sunset. May you always walk in sunshine and God’s love around you flow, for the happiness you gave us, no one will ever know.”