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Mary Wester McCord
BREMERTON, Wash. - Mary Wester McCord, 83, of Bremerton, formerly of Billings and Gardiner, Mont., died Monday, Nov. 22, 1999, at her home with her two daughters at her bedside. Cause of death was cancer.
Rose (Kerner) and Jacob Will gave birth to Mary on May 24, 1916, at their homestead in Mildred. She was one of eight children.
She graduated from Forsyth High School. She married
Leo Wester on June 26, 1936, in Fort Peck. Together they lived in several Montana communities including Forsyth, Billings, and Livingston. They had three children before Leo drowned in a boating accident in 1950.
Mary later married
Forrest Huff who died in 1963. She married
Francis McCord of Billings in 1966. When Francis died, Mary lived in Gardiner until 1995 when she moved to Bremerton to live with her daughters.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Leith Morrow; and brothers, John and Jim Wills; and her three husbands.
She is survived by her brother, Ruben of Elkhorn, Wis.; sisters, Goldie (Glenn) Griggs of San Jose, Calif.; Irene O'Hara and Helen Sorensen, both of Billings; daughters, Persis "Perk" (John) Morris and Marilyn (Lee) Winterowd of Bremerton; Milton "Zack" (Gloria) Wester of Laurel; nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren and several stepchildren.
The family will perform a graveside service in Livingston on Friday, Nov. 26, at 11 a.m. at Mountainview cemetery. A memorial service will be Saturday, Nov. 27, 11 a.m. at St. Alban's Episcopal Church, 715 E. 5th St., Laurel. Memorials may be made to Tracyton United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 127, Tracyton, WA 98393.
Dorothy C. Peteler
Dorothy, dear sweet Dorothy departed her earthly abode to be with her Creator and loved ones on Nov. 19, 1999. For the past 14 years she had been a resident of St. John's Lutheran Home, and at the time of her death was 104 years old.
She was born at Berkeley, Calif., Sept. 26, 1895, a daughter of Warren and Elizabeth Clarke and was christened Dorothy Ward Clarke. She was married
to Charles Robert Peteler in Berkeley on Jan. 23, 1921, and he preceded her in death in 1969.
She is survived by one sister, Catherine Doody, residing in West Lafayette, Ind. A sister and brother have passed on before her.
Dorothy Clarke Peteler is truly a "turn of the century lady." She went to Miss Randolph's Finishing School in Berkeley where she was reared. Along with this schooling she was educated to entertain properly. She learned to arrange flowers beautifully, to decorate and furnish her home attractively. Dorothy Peteler was taught how important it is to remember names in social situations; she did this and always made guests feel welcome and comfortable.
Mrs. Peteler's education continued always through reading current best sellers as well as the classics. She was an active member of AAUW. Dorothy learned elocution and spoke and read out loud beautifully.
When Dorothy and her husband Charles were in Egypt for two years, because of her social skills, Dorothy was often asked to be a hostess at American Embassy gatherings. While Mr. Peteler was educating the Egyptians in practical agricultural practices, Mrs. Peteler was responsibly serving her country in being a gracious American lady in every way.
Dorothy's father, Warren Thompson Clarke, was an entomologist at the University of California in Berkeley. He was able to find ways to fight bugs which were eating crops. Dorothy said her mother would say, "it saved the farmers millions of dollars, but we never saw any of it." Mr. Clarke also did the research which enabled us to have grapes without seeds.
"God so loved the World" that he gave us Dorothy for a period of time to share his love with her own. We, her friends, while we mourn her passing, shall cherish her memory as we often recall the love she gave to us and the great joy she brought into our lives. How does one begin to record 104 years of proper, happy living in a few words? You don't, you just appreciate what you know of her.
Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service will be held on Friday, Nov. 26, 1999, at 2 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Gardens on Central Avenue.
Good Bye, Sweet Dorothy.
Robert F. Stone
A prince among men, Robert F. Stone was born on Jan. 8, 1915, on a homestead north of Columbus, son of Ben F. and Gertrude B. Stone.
The Stone family, consisting of his parents and three sons, left the homestead and moved to Laurel in 1922. Bob graduated from Laurel High School in 1934. He participated in sports and was captain of the basketball team for two years.
In 1938, he graduated from the University of Montana, where he was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity, with a degree in business administration. That year he moved to Billings and worked in the office of International Harvester until becoming a realtor.
He married
Mary Louise Broughton of Laurel in July 1939. She passed away in 1941. On May 28, 1948, he married
Gladys Newton Mahler in Billings and adopted her daughter, Pamela Ann. Her father, Donald Bruce Mahler, was deceased in 1947. In 1950, Bob began his employment with First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Billings. He became president and chief executive officer in 1965 and served in that capacity until retiring in 1980. He was president of the Montana Savings and Loan League in 1974 and served as a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank Board of Seattle in 1977-78.
Bob was an active member of the Billings YMCA. He enjoyed his regular workouts and treasured the many close friends he found there and in the community. In December 1998 he and his beloved wife, Gladys, were awarded the Philip N. Fortin Humanitarian Award. He was a longtime member of the First Congregational Church of Christ and valued his memberships in the Billings Kiwanis Club, Hiland Golf Club, the Elks Club, and the Billings Petroleum Club.
Preceding him in death were his son, Thomas N. Stone and Tom's wife, Mary Jane Osendorf Stone; and two brothers, Albert Lee and James Benjamin Stone. He is survived by his wife, Gladys; his daughter and son-in-law, Pamela and F. Wayne Gustafson; granddaughter, Sara Jayne and her husband, David Hebner; grandson, Trevor Mitchell; two great-grandchildren, Olivia and Henry Hebner; and nephews, James P. and John F. Stone.
A memorial service will be held at First Congregational United Church of Christ at 3 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 26. Memorials may be given to the First Congregational United Church of Christ or to the Billings YMCA. Cremation has taken place, and arrangements have been made by Michelotti, Sawyers & Nordquist.
Judith Matthews
Judith Matthews, 81, of Billings, passed away Saturday evening, Nov. 20, 1999, following an extended illness. She was born in Billings on Nov. 22, 1917, the daughter of Louis and Sara Dousman.
On Dec. 30, 1965, she married
Charles Matthews III in Red Lodge. He preceded her in death in 1989. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by one brother and one sister.
Survivors include her two stepchildren, Lane S. Phillips of Tucson, Ariz., and Charles Matthews IV of Chicago.
To honor her wishes, cremation has taken place and no services are planned. Michelotti, Sawyers, & Nordquist had charge of arrangements.
Genevieve 'Noni' Wier (Muller)
CHINOOK - Genevieve Alice Wier (Muller), 71, affectionately known as "Noni, " died of a brain tumor Saturday morning, Nov. 20, at Northern Montana Health Care Center in Havre. Noni, born to Frank and Genevieve Muller in Anaconda, on Aug. 31, 1928, was a high school graduate from Holy Rosary in Bozeman, and received a registered nursing degree from Columbus School of Nursing in Great Falls.
In 1951 she married
Jay Larkin Sulser from Great Falls and together they had four children. After his death in 1965, she continued nursing at the Sacred Heart Hospital in Havre and in private practice for Dr. J.J. Wier, whom she married
in 1979. Together they shared homes in Havre, Mead, Ariz., and a charming cabin they dearly loved in the Bear Paw Mountains south of Chinook.
Noni was very active in her various activities, including her church, president of the Apache Wells Beautification Committee in Arizona, and as a volunteer for the Saint Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen. She highly enjoyed both arts and crafts, reading, gardening, traveling, living life, and especially being surrounded by family and friends.
Survivors include two daughters, Sydney Flint of Milan, N.H, and LuAnn Burkhartsmeyer of Chinook; two sons, Jay Sulser of Billings, and Kevin Sulser of Lennup; three sisters, Joan Johnson of Ridgefield, Wash., Bonnie Lorenz of The Dalles, Ore., and Michelle Kogelschatz of Pismo Beach, Calif.; three brothers, Regis Muller of Tigard, Ore., Pat Muller of Portland, Ore., and Greg Muller of Portland; three stepchildren, Kay Wilson of Nebraska, Jerry Wier of Havre, and Robin Wier of Choteau; 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Her mother, Genevieve, and brother, Frances Muller of Castle Rock, Wash., died shortly before her.
A memorial service will be held at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church in Chinook at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 30. Edwards Funeral Home is in charge of cremation and arrangements. Memorials may be given to St. Gabriel's Church in Chinook, St. Jude's Catholic Church in Havre, or the Catholic Church in Rocky Boy.
Helen Louise Weidinger
Helen Weidinger, at the age of 73, died peacefully at Valley Health Care Center on Monday, Nov. 22, 1999, surrounded by her family.
Helen was the daughter of Walter P. and Helen C. (Burns) Stebbins. She was born April 26, 1926, in Billings, graduating from Billings Senior High School in 1944. On March 30, 1948, Helen was united in marriage to Gregory V. Weidinger in Pompeys Pillar.
Helen worked for the Bureau of Reclamation, Hart Albin's and Gibson's Discount Store. She also worked as a volunteer for St. Vincent Hospital and was very involved in the Pineview Home Extension Club. Her hobbies included sewing, needlecraft and quilting. Helen took great pleasure in spending time with her family and friends creating many happy memories.
Survivors include her husband of 51 years, Greg; son, Daniel Weidinger and his wife, Carol; daughters, Dianna and her husband, Gene Malcolm, Kathy and her husband, Van Crowe, Theresa and her husband, John Penberthy, Linda and her husband, Lee Cook, and Rosanne Roth. She is also survived by her sister, Frances Malee, 14 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Helen.
A Vigil Service will be at St. Bernard's Parish on Wednesday, Nov. 24, 1999, at 7 p.m. Memorial Mass will be on Friday, Nov. 26, 1999, at 11 a.m., with a luncheon to follow at the parish hall. Interment of ashes in Calvary cemetery at St. Pius X Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Vincent de Paul, Meals on Wheels, or the charity of one's choice.
Helen's family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the doctors and nurses at St. Vincent's Hospital and all the staff at Valley Health Care Center for all the care they extended to her. And a special thank you to all of our friends that kept Helen in their prayers.
Alice Mary Whited
At the age of 86, Alice Whited died peacefully at St. John's Lutheran Home on Monday, Nov. 22, 1999. Alice was born in Litchville, N.D., on July 16, 1913, the daughter of Henry and Minnie (Joling) TenPas. She graduated from Litchville High School.
Alice was united in marriage to Albert (Bud) Whited in Havre on Nov. 1, 1939. In 1966 they moved to Billings where they have resided since. Alice and Bud celebrated 60 years of marriage this year. Alice was a loving wife and mother who devoted her life to her family.
Survivors include her husband, Bud; daughter, Kathy R. Lamb and her husband, Kenneth of Hartford, Wis.; son, Larry A. Whited of Ponchatoula, La.; brother, Buddy; twin sister, Esther Olson; and sisters, Dorothy Nichols and Rollie Johnson; and three grandchildren, Daryl and Rebecca Lamb and Janean Cruz.
Her parents, one brother and four sisters preceded her in death.
A graveside service will be 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 26, 1999, in the Red Lodge cemetery. Family and friends are to meet at the cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of choice. Dahl Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Alfred 'Sonny' Cornell
BEACH, N.D. - Alfred Earl "Sonny" Cornell, 38, died Sunday, Nov. 21, 1999.
Visitation will be Wednesday, Nov. 24, in the Chapel of the Silvernale-Silha Funeral Home. Services will be at 9 a.m. Friday, Nov. 26, in the funeral home chapel. Interment will at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, in the Riverside cemetery in Cody, Wyo.
Marie Susanna Pitt
THERMOPOLIS, Wyo. - Marie Susanna (Schweighart) Pitt, 81, died Monday, Nov. 22, 199, at her home after a short illness.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 29, at Mortimore Funeral Home with interment in Riverside cemetery.
Frances Durham
SHERIDAN, Wyo. - Frances (Reimers) Durham, 74, died Sunday, Nov. 21, 1999, in Sheridan Manor.
Viewing will be held until 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 24, at Ferries Funeral Home. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church with interment in the Sheridan Municipal cemetery.
Margaret Howell
Margaret Howell, 79, of Billings, passed away Tuesday morning, Nov. 23, 1999, at St. Vincent Hospital. The daughter of Matthew and Leocadia (Judt) Magilke, she was born in St. Anthony, N.D., March 4, 1920.
Margaret was raised and educated in North Dakota and the family moved to Montana in May of 1937. In 1942, she married
William J. Glasgow, whom preceded her in death. In 1982, she married
Phil Vanberg, whom also preceded her in death. She married
Cecil K. Howell in 1987. Margaret loved family reunions and enjoyed traveling to visit her sisters. She also enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzles, and baking.
She was a member of Little Flower Catholic Church, Holy Rosary Catholic Church, the Moose Lodge, and O.A.K.E.S. She was preceded in death by her parents and four brothers and sisters.
Survivors include her husband, Cecil of Billings; her two stepsons, Greg Vanberg of Laurel and Randy Vanberg of Basin, Wyo.; her two stepdaughters, Kathy Follmer of San Diego and Sandra Goetschius of Seattle; her brother, Malger "Blackie" Magilke of Billings; her sisters, Julia Leingang of Mandan, N.D., Mary Boner of Elko, Nev., Rose Curtis of Palmdale, Calif., and Dorothy Grant of Tulsa, Okla.; her best friend, Barbara Kompish of Billings; and several step-grandchildren.
Visitation to begin 2 p.m. Wednesday at Michelotti, Sawyers & Nordquist. A Vigil Service will be held 7 p.m. Friday at Little Flower Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Little Flower Catholic Church with Rite of Committal in Mountview cemetery. Memorials may be sent to Little Flower Catholic Church, 209 S. 35th, Billings, MT 59101 or Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 501 Custer Ave., Billings, MT 59101.
Florence Teters
HYATTVILLE, Wyo. - Florence Teters, 97, died Monday, Nov. 22, 1999, at the Bonnie Bluejacket Memorial Nursing Home in Basin.
Visitation will be 11 a.m.-noon Monday, Nov. 29, at the Atwood Family Funeral Home in Basin. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Hyattville cemetery.
Marie L. Ellesch
Marie Ellesch took a walk with the Lord Sunday, Nov. 21, 1999 at 10:15 p.m. She quietly passed away while in the Deaconess Hospital.
She was born Nov. 9. 1922 in Minot, N.D., a daughter of Fred and Anna Hines. She grew up in Minot, N.D., and attended school at St. Leo's. Marie married
Lloyd Griffin June 2, 1944 in Miles City, and they moved to Billings in 1950. She then married
Ernie Ellesch in 1961 in Red Lodge.
She worked hard most of her life at the Beacon Club, the Koko, Bennett Drug and Deaconess Hospital. She loved to camp, fish and bowl.
She was preceded in death by her parents. Fred and Anna Hines; three brothers, Vern, Warren and Harold Hines; one sister. Lillian Hines Olsen, and her husband Ernie Ellesch.
Survivors include her sister Eunice Hines of Minot, N.D.; sons, Pat (Joyce) Griffin. Mike Griffin, and Larry (Vicky) Griffin, all of Billings; grandchildren, Steve (Lorie) Griffin, Trisha, Griffin, Mandy Griffin, Garrett Griffin and great granddaughter, Samantha Griffin and other relatives.
We love you and well miss you but we know we'll all meet again. God Bless!
Vigil service will be 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 23, at Smith West Chapel, 304 34th St. W. Funeral mass will be noon Wednesday, Nov. 24 at the St. Patrick's Co-Cathedral. Interment will be at Mountview cemetery.
