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Ann Sevareid
GLASGOW - Ann Sevareid, 84, died Saturday, Aug. 29, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, at First Lutheran Church with burial in Highland cemetery. Bell Mortuary is in charge.
Helen Marie Tillinger
1940-1998
Helen Marie Tillinger, 58, passed away at home on Friday, Aug. 28, 1998, after a long battle with cancer. The daughter of Thomas and Hildegard Dumas, she was born on July 15, 1940, in Toledo, Ohio, where she was raised. She attended St. Ursula's Academy and graduated in 1958. She also attended Bowling Green State University in Ohio.
On Jan. 9, 1965, she married
Nicholas F. Tillinger. Together, with Nick's son Timothy, they moved to Trenton, N.J., where their son Todd was born. In 1966, they moved to Homewood, Ill., where their four daughters, Tamara, Tina, Tracey and Teresa were born.
In 1976, they moved to Billings. Helen went to work for Mountain Bell, now US West, retiring in April 1997 with 27 years of service. She had been active in Little League baseball, coaching all four of her daughters. She was devoted in helping at St. Bernard's Catholic Church, especially involved with St. Joan's Circle. She had been a member of the Catholic School Board, and for many years was vice-president of the local IBEW Union for US West. More than any of these things, she was a loving wife, mother and friend.
Helen was best known for her strength, sense of humor, and ability to do anything. She had an incredible ability to accomplish anything that needed to be done. Helen was also known for her strong faith. She always said "The Lord works in mysterious ways." On April 9, 1996, Helen was diagnosed with cancer. She fought to live on earth with us for two and a half years. She wanted so much to live and see her grandchildren grow up but the Lord had other plans for her. She is now with Him. She is now at peace.
She is survived by her husband, Nicholas of Billings; her step-son Tim of Chicago Heights, Ill., her son Todd and wife Tina and their son Dylan of Kansas City, Mo.; her daughter Tamara Brown and husband Mel and their daughters Allison and Kate of Stockett, Mont.; her daughter Tina Denny and her children Michael and Aileen of Forsyth, Mont.; her daughter Tracey of Bellingham, Wash., and her daughter Teresa of Billings; and her brothers, Thomas Dumas of Toledo, Ohio, and Ronald Dumas of Jackson, Mich. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Helen loved greatly, and was loved by all who knew her. She will be missed by all.
Visitation will be held 12 to 5 p.m. Sunday and 9 to 5 p.m. Monday at Michelotti, Sawyers & Nordquist Heights Chapel. The Rosary will be recited 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31, at St. Bernard's Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, at St. Bernard's with Rite of Committal in Holy Cross cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society, Attn: Kidney Cancer Research, 3021 6th Ave. N., Billings, MT 59101 or Big Sky Hospice, P.O. Box 35033, Billings, MT 59107.
Leo Woodbury
Our dad, (Harrison) Leo Woodbury, 75, died peacefully Thursday, Aug. 27, 1998, after a short struggle with cancer. Leo was born on Sept. 8, 1922, in Granger, Utah, to Harrison Bray and Esther Venelia (Larsen) Woodbury, where he attended area schools and worked on the family farm.
Leo grew up with a love for the outdoors and the culture of the West. He joined the Navy in 1942 and served in the Pacific during WWII until his discharge in 1946. He worked at several occupations after the military, owning a service station for a time and working heavy construction around the western United States. However, his heart was in agriculture. He owned several wheat farms during his lifetime. He and his partners would farm in the summers and work construction during the winters.
On March 20, 1959, he married
(Ida) Mae Davis Holmberg and gained a family. The family moved to their new farm (the "Hard Bar O") located in the Milligan Canyon area west of Three Forks, Mont., where Leo made his living for the next 34 years. He and Mae divorced in 1972, but remained lifelong friends as they continued to raise their family together. Leo moved to Bozeman for several years and farmed by commuting before moving to Red Lodge in 1995 to be closer to family. For the past two years, he split his time between Red Lodge and his home in Mesquite, Nev.
Leo enjoyed various activities throughout his life. Fishing was a favorite pastime; he fished the rivers and streams of Montana and eventually traveled to Alaska and Mexico to try deep-sea fishing. Game hunting led to target shooting and reloading. Winters were spent skiing at Bridger Bowl and soaking at Bozeman Hot Springs. In his later years, as his work life slowed down, he took up the game of golf. He took great pleasure in perfecting his game.
After moving to Red Lodge, he became a regular at the dances around the Billings area. The common denominator in all of Leo's pursuits was his friends; any activity he could share with friends was wonderful. His children and grandchildren were the icing on the cake for Leo. He enjoyed following their sporting activities, keeping track of their achievements and just watching them grow. His favorite activity of all was spoiling his grandchildren.
Leo is survived by his children, Sandy Holmberg (Ken) Bailey and Shawna (Ray) Halsey of Billings, Bryan (Cindee) Woodbury of Lincoln, Neb., Zane (Mary Ann) Holmberg of Sandy, Utah; grandchildren: Rachelle (Brent) Walker and Nathan Bailey; Jared, Kyle, Collin, Reed, and Jordan Holmberg; Garrett, Logan, Brynnan, and Kirby Halsey; Teagan, Morgan, Dylan, and Adam Woodbury; great-grandchildren: Madison and Dallen Walker. He is survived by six sisters and two brothers: Marjorie Veltman, Ruth (Joe) Mackay, Velma (Bob) Piep, Arlene Schrock, Elbert "Tuck" Woodbury, Allie Poulsen, Dorothy (Tom) Burke, and Duane "Buck" (Jane) Woodbury. Leo also had many friends who offered care and support throughout his illness. He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers-in-law.
Services will be held Tuesday, Sept. 1, 1998, at 1 p.m. at the LDS Chapel in Three Forks, Mont. Family viewing will be at 12:00 at the same location. Burial will follow at the Willow Creek cemetery. K & L Mortuaries are in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Big Sky Hospice or the Scottish Rite Masons Courtesy Van Service for the Northern Rockies Cancer Center.
Lois Eva Bower
HARLOWTON - Lois Eva Bower, 80, died Wednesday, Aug. 26, 1998, at Wheatland Memorial Nursing Home of natural causes.
Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, in the Wheatland Memorial Nursing Home Lounge. Perkins Funeral Home is in charge.
James E. Brown
GLENDIVE - James E. Brown, 70, died Thursday, Aug. 27, 1998, at his home of cancer.
Vigil service will be at 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, at the Chapel of the Silvernale-Silha Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 31, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Rite of Committal in the Dawson County cemetery.
Laurene Falxa
BUFFALO, Wyo. - Laurene Falxa, 89, died Wednesday, Aug. 26, 1998, at the Johnson County Health Care Center.
Visitation will be 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, at the Adams Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 31, at the Union Congregational Church with interment in the Willow Grove cemetery.
William Farnham
POWELL, Wyo. - My beloved Bill went to be with our Lord on Aug. 27, 1998, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Bill was born on March 7, 1932, in Billings and was adopted shortly thereafter by Charles and Margaret Farnham. He was raised in Billings and graduated from Billings Senior High in 1950. Bill went on to serve three years in the United States Air Force. He married
Jean Kilfoy and had two sons, Charles (Chuck) of San Jose, Calif., and Robert of Powell. He married
Donna (Helgeson) Gahagan on May 8, 1981. This was a very special marriage for both Bill and Donna.
Bill was trained as a Volkswagen mechanic some 45 years ago and was one of the best around. He opened his own foreign car repair in Powell in September of 1985 and had a highly respected business. He had a love of old cars and a passion for Cushman motor scooters.
Bill is survived by his wife, Donna of Powell; sons, Chuck and Bob; stepchildren who loved him dearly, Michael (Connie) Gahagan of Plymouth, Minn., Deborah (Joseph) Bridges of Billings, Dean (Hilary) Gahagan of Beaverton, Ore.; one granddaughter, Erin Farnham of Powell; and eight step-grandchildren, Ryley, Gavan, Jeannie, Molly, Dan, Joleen, Phillip, and Danny.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 31, 1998, at the Hope Lutheran Church in Powell. Bill will be laid to rest in Crown Hill cemetery of Powell in sight of his beloved mountains. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch Foundation, P.O. Box 80807, Billings, Mont. 59108-0807 or to Hope Lutheran Church of Powell. Miratsky-Easton Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Olliemay 'Happy' Gass
LAUREL - Olliemay "Happy" Gass, 89, of Laurel, passed away Friday, Aug. 28, 1998, at Western Manor Health Care. Happy was born Jan. 7, 1909, in Miles City, a daughter of James and Alice Shy. She was married
to Gerald L. "Jerry" Gass, July 6, 1928.
In 1933, Happy and Jerry moved to Laurel. Happy taught first and second grades in the Laurel School District for 25 years, retiring in 1971. After her retirement, Happy continued in education by teaching in the Title I Program for three years and substitute teaching until 1975.
Happy served several years on the local Rainbow Board and she received the Grand Cross of Colors. Olliemay Gass presided at the Happy Montana Session in Billings during Grand Chapter, Order of Eastern Star, 1981. Serving as worthy grand matron was the highlight of her Eastern Star career which began with her initiation in 1942. On Sept. 17 of that year she became a member of Zidonian Chapter in Laurel. She and Jerry presided as worthy matron and patron in 1967-68. Happy used her motto in her family, in her teaching, and in Eastern Star, for with all three she served with a smile and kept happiness in her heart.
Happy was a member of Laurel United Methodist Church, Order of Eastern Star and Alpha Delta Kappa Teachers Sorority.
Survivors include her daughters: Charlene (Bill) Edgmond-Brinkel and Gerry Ann (Bill) Thompson, both of Billings; grandchildren: James (Cindy) Edgmond and children, William and Laura of Muscatine, Iowa, Tammy (Kelly) Clinch and children, Colter, twins, Duke and Jessy of Seattle, and Stacey Hannah and daughter, Skylar of Seattle. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry; son, Jim; son-in-law, Bill; and grandson, Jay.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 31, 1998, at Laurel United Methodist Church with Eastern Star Rites. Interment will be in Laurel cemetery. Memorials to: Estarl Fund c/o Zidonian Chapter No. 50, Box 1001, Laurel, MT 59044 or Charity of one's choice.
John J. Kober
'Grandpa Johnny'
PARK CITY - John Kober, age 72, passed away quietly at home on Aug. 26, 1998. John was born Sept. 26, 1925, to Lewin and Elizabeth Kober on the family farm at Young's Point, five miles west of Park City. He attended school at Young's Point and Park City, graduating in 1943. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy and following his discharge in August 1946, returned home to farm with his father and brothers.
John married
Margaret O. Arneson on Feb. 10, 1956. They have two children. John enjoyed sports, especially local school teams. He was bookkeeper and time keeper for the high school basketball team for many years. He liked hunting, fishing, playing cards and enjoyed playing with his grandkids and dog Missy. John was a member of the American Legion and St. Paul's Lutheran Church at Park City.
John is survived by his wife, Marge; son, Duke; daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Darin Elmore and grandchildren, Miranda and Dusty Elmore, all at home on the farm. He is also survived by a brother, Arnold Kober of Missoula; a sister and brother-in-law, Marie and Art Halvorson of Lakota, N.D., and sister-in-law, Mary Kober of Park City; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many, many friends.
John was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Thomas and Albert; sister, Gertrude; two infant sons and one infant granddaughter.
"Go with God, dad. We miss you."
Funeral services will be Monday, Aug. 31, 1998, at 3 p.m. at Park City High School Gymnasium. Interment will follow in Park City cemetery. Visitation will be at Smith Funeral Chapel in Laurel on Saturday 9 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday from 1-9 p.m. Memorials may be sent to St. Paul's Lutheran Church.
Ellen Krimmer
Ellen Krimmer, age 67, of Billings, passed away Thursday afternoon, Aug. 27, 1998, at St. Vincent Hospital.
Ellen was born in Dillon on Nov. 13, 1930, the daughter of Ed and Ura Stroeder. She attended grade school in Dillon. After moving to Anaconda with her family, she attended and graduated from Anaconda High School, later continuing her education at Western Montana College. On Aug. 20, 1950, she married
Walter T. Krimmer in Anaconda and in 1963 they moved to Billings.
The most important thing in Ellen's life was her family, especially the grandchildren and great-grandchildren she adored. She enjoyed gardening and loved to watch things grow. She could cook almost everything exceptionally well.
Survivors include her husband, Walt; a son, Dean Krimmer and his wife, Sandy of Meridian, Idaho; a daughter, Bonnie Willis and her husband, Melvin of Billings; six grandchildren, James, Richard and Samantha Cruse, Walt D. and Shannon Krimmer, and Krista Moyer; four great-grandchildren, Alex and Nickolas Moyer, and Alanis and Trevor Cruse; and one sister, Sally Matthews in North Carolina. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters.
A memorial service is planned for 11 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 31, at the Smith West Chapel, 304 34th St. W. Interment of the urn will follow at Terrace Gardens cemetery. Cremation has taken place. Memorials are suggested to any local organization devoted to cancer research or treatment. Smith West Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Joseph P. Mancuso
LIVINGSTON - Joseph P. "Joe" Mancuso, 81, died Wednesday, Aug. 26, 1998, at Deaconess Hospital in Billings.
Visitation will be 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, at Franzen-Davis Funeral Home, and at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Vigil will be at 7 p.m. Sunday and Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 31, both at the church with graveside committal and burial in Calvary cemetery.
Mabel M. Morris
SHERIDAN, Wyo. - Mabel M. Morris, 94, died Thursday, Aug. 27, 1998, in Sheridan Manor.
Services and interment will be held next week at Washington Memorial Park and Mortuary in Seatac, Wash. Ferries Funeral Home is in charge.
Edward Taber
GLENDIVE - Edward Taber, 78, died Friday, Aug. 28, 1998, at the Glendive Medical Center.
Cremation has taken place and no services are planned. Silvernale-Silha Funeral Home was in charge.
Clara Ellen Wigen
Surrounded by her loving family, Clara Ellen Wigen, 86, of Billings, passed away Aug. 27, 1998, of natural causes. She was born May 19, 1912, in Powersville Mo., the daughter of Harley and Alma Pollock.
At the age of 3, the family moved to Montana, near Flatwillow. Clara graduated from Winnett High School in 1929. Later that same year, she married
William A. Groves. The family, with their four daughters, moved to Missoula in 1942, then to Lance Creek, Wyo., and finally settled in Billings in 1948.
In 1959, she married
Norman A. Pederson and they shared 30 wonderful years together, until his death in 1988.
Clara married
Morris A. Wigen in 1990. Morris had been a continual source of love, strength and comfort to Clara right up until the time of her death.
She is survived by her husband, Morris of Billings; her three daughters and their spouses, Lorraine and Barney Rood of Powell, Wyo., LaVonne and Allen Gunderson of Billings, and E. Jean Misfeldt of Great Falls; her four stepchildren and their spouses, Gary and Micheale Wigen of Great Falls, Karen and Jim Lockridge of Yuma, Ariz., Joel Wigen of Billings and Calvin and Renee' Wigen of Woodland, Calif.; a brother, Harley Pollock of Shelton, Wash.; 15 grandchildren, nine step-grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, two step-great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her grandson, Kirk; her daughter, Lucille; her sister, Lois; and a brother, Bob.
Clara was a constant source of loving inspiration to all who knew her. She was a fiercely devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Her family was her priority and the source of her pride and enjoyment She will be dearly missed and remembered always.
Visitation will begin 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, Michelotti, Sawyers & Nordquist Alderson Chapel. Family and friends will gather at the mortuary 11:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 31, before proceeding to Sunset Memorial Gardens for a graveside service at 12 p.m. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31, at American Lutheran Church, 5 Lewis Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Al-Bedoo Shrine Children's Hospital Transportation Trust Fund, P.O. Box 20673, Billings, MT 59104, American Lutheran Church, 5 Lewis Ave., Billings, MT 59102, or the charity of one's choice.
Charles W. Alberti
WORDEN - Charlie went home to be with his Lord, Aug. 1, 1998. He was a strong but gentle man who loved the Lord and lived everyday to the fullest.
He was born to Charles and Blanche Alberti, Nov. 21, 1921, in Cambridge, Neb. He was the youngest of four children. He graduated from high school in Elm Creek, Neb. in 1939. Shortly thereafter, he joined the CCC's in Halsey, Neb. In 1941, he proudly joined the U.S. Marie Corps and fought bravely during World War II.
On Oct. 31, 1945, he married
Anita Armstrong. With a boundless love, he devoted his life to her, their two children, Susie and Tim, and their families. He has countless friends and family who are blessed for having known him.
II Timothy 4:6-8 says "For I am now ready to be offered and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the Faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness."
Thus was the man, Charlie Alberti, a hero in every sense of the word!
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Smith's West Chapel, 304 34th St. W. Interment will follow with military honors at Pleasantview cemetery, Ballantine. Public visitation will be prior to the service on Tuesday only.
Dennis R. 'Denny' Carlin
A memorial service will be held for Dennis R. "Denny" Carlin, on Wednesday, Aug. 5, at 1 p.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church, comer of Colton Blvd. and Rehberg Lane in Billings. Graveside services will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Dennis was born Oct, 29, 1941, in Billings, to Parl H. and Avis V. (Gram) Carlin. He graduated in 1959 from Billings Senior High. He married
Roberta K. Malcolm, July 1, 1967. Dennis graduated from MSU Bozeman in 1970 as an Electrical Engineer and was employed by Bonneville Power Administration in Portland, Ore. In 1978 he transferred to Western Area Power Administration in Billings, and moved to their Boulder City Area Office in Nevada in 1988. Dennis transferred to the Bureau of Reclamation in Boulder City in 1990 where he was employed at the time of his death.
Dennis passed away on Feb. 1, 1998, in Boulder City, Nev.
