10/02/2026
Our Good Neighbor of the month, Rey Johnson! ❤ ✝
Here’s what was said about Rey…
“Rey is always present, supports all things local, and is the salt of Bigfork”- anon
“I met Rey four years ago and, in that time, he has become one of my dearest friends as well as a great friend to the Bigfork community. Rey is a man of great humor and compassion, a wealth of information and stories, a hard worker and a man of principle.
Rey and I have served on the Board of Directors of “The National Organization to Save Flathead Lake” and during our time he continues to bring fresh ideas to the table to try and protect access to our precious jewel for years to come.
Of course, none of us stand alone, Rey’s rock is the incredible, beautiful Kathy who is by his side through thick and thin and I cherish both of their friendships.”-Carole
One of the most meaningful examples of their commitment to our community is something they are helping make possible right here in the Flathead Valley. Rey and Kathy are providing the land for the new Flathead Valley Cross, and are actively working with other community members to get it funded and built. The cross will be located just north of where the old Bigfork cross was, and on the opposite side of the road. When completed, the cross will be a visible, illuminated landmark across the valley- with views all the way from Sliters Park in Somers. It is sure to be a beacon of hope for our little village and the whole valley and enjoyed by many generations to come.
Thank you, Rey and Kathy for being the kind of neighbor who consistently invests in our community! We are so grateful to recognize you as our Good Neighbor of the month!
Learn more about the Flathead Valley Cross and how you can be involved at www.FlatheadValleyCross.com
Rey received a gift card to Echo Lake Cafe
He and Kathy are pictured with their dog, Faye 😍