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Elaine M. Supola
Elaine M. Supola, 88, of Billings, passed away Thursday morning, Dec. 10, 1998, at Western Manor Health Care Center from complications of a stroke and Parkinson's disease. She had been a resident there for the past five years.
May the God of Heaven bless you
And keep you from all sin
And when you knock on the Golden Gate
May the angels say "come in."
These words were written to Elaine by her mother in August of 1925.
She was born Elaine Sherman on Nov. 22, 1910, in Ballantine. She married
Frank Supola on Jan. 2, 1930, in Billings. Elaine and Frank lived on the Supola homestead near Pompeys Pillar until his death in 1966. Elaine moved to Billings in 1967 and owned and operated a small apartment complex for 26 years.
She became active in the photography club, bowling in the grandmother league, garden club, volunteered as a Pink Lady, and for a time spent one day a month teaching crafts to young cerebral palsy victims. She was a member of Holy Rosary Parish until she moved to Sage Towers in 1989, when she began attending at St. Patrick's Co-Cathedral.
Elaine is survived by her three sons, Monte of Billings, Jerry of Missoula, and Sherman of Kalispell; her 10 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; her three sisters, Delores Johnson of Sun Lakes, Ariz., Oma Reinke of Billings and Neva Howell of Spokane, Wash.; her brother, Gerald Sherman of Ballantine; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one sister, Mildred Wells.
Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Mass will be celebrated 12 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, at St. Patrick's Co-Cathedral. Interment will be in the Pleasantview cemetery in Ballantine at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the Homebound and Bus Ministry of St. Patrick's Co-Cathedral, 215 N. 31st, Billings, MT 59101. They provided transportation for Elaine to attend Mass on Sundays while living at Western Manor. Michelotti, Sawyers & Nordquist Alderson Chapel has charge of arrangements.
Sheila F. Jennings
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho - Sheila F. Jennings, 63, formerly of Billings, died Thursday, Dec. 10, 1998, in Coeur d'Alene.
Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 14, at English Funeral Chapel.
Clarence D. "Sarge" Stormy
POPLAR - Clarence D. "Sarge" Stormy, 69, of Poplar, passed away Sunday morning on Dec. 6, 1998, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.
Clarence was born on Feb. 5, 1929, to Otto Stormy and Virginia Counter in Fort Kipp. He was raised and attended schools there and enlisted in the USAF on Jan. 29, 1948, serving at Fairchild Air Force Base, in Spokane, Wash., and Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida. He was honorably discharged on Sept. 4, 1953.
Clarence worked at various jobs in his life, working for Howard Kelsey and Fort Peck Tribal Police Department where he reached the rank of sergeant. He worked at A & S gun factory as a security guard, custodian for the BIA and later the Poplar High School, and A & S Tribal Industries as superintendent of buildings and grounds.
He enjoyed fishing, hunting and bingo. Clarence also enjoyed attending local football and basketball games and spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren.
On April 18, 1955, he married
Lorraine Wakan in Fort Kipp and after a divorce, remained friends.
Clarence is survived by one daughter, Mrs. John "Jacqueline" Spotted Bird of Poplar; one adopted daughter, Mrs. Pauline Boxer; three sons, John, Richard, all of Poplar, and Rodney "Hot Rod" of Wolf Point; three adopted sons, Rusty Black Thunder, Narvin Chaser, Shepherd "Lipps" Youpee, and a son-in-law, John Spotted Bird, all of Poplar; two sisters, Roseline Shields and Marie Cantrell, both of Poplar; special nieces, Bonnie Nelson of Poplar, Delores of Billings, Eloise, Izzy Youngman, Donna Black Dog, all of Poplar, Alberta Hedine and Linda Parslow, both of Spokane, Wash., and Delilah Alfrey of Lapwai, Idaho; and other nephews and nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three sons, James, Russell and an infant son; five sisters, Elizabeth, Isabell Jones, Alice Martin and Florence and Eva Iron Ring; five brothers, Asa, Santee, Richard, Raymond and Aaron Iron Ring.
Visitations will be held on Friday, Dec. 11, from 3 p.m. to 12 midnight at the Poplar Cultural Center with a prayer service at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12, at the Poplar Cultural Center with Rev. Enright Big Horn officiating. Military services will be held by Nathan Crazy Bull American Legion Post No. 54 with interment at St. Ann's cemetery. Clayton Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Don D. Warren Sr.
HARDIN - Don D. Warren Sr., 58, of Hardin, died Wednesday, Dec. 9, 1998, at St. Vincent's Hospital of pulmonary fibrosis.
He was born April 8, 1940, in Hardin where he resided the majority of his life working as a rancher and for the Big Horn County Mental Health Center as a counselor for several years. He attended Eastern Montana College and Brigham Young University. He served a term in the United States Marine Corps from 1957 to 1959.
Don's true passion in life was his art work. His artistic talents were expressed in a variety of mediums - oil and water painting, sculpting, photography and wood working.
Survivors include his wife, Dixie of Hardin; two sons, Don of Hardin and Dan and his wife, Teresa of Billings; two daughters, Debbie Zink and her husband, Mike of Salt Lake City, Denna Vandersloot and her husband, Calvin of Billings; three brothers, Dennis of Billings, Jack and Harvey of Hardin; and 14 grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday in the Hardin branch of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Interment will follow in the Fairview cemetery with military honors.
Bullis Mortuary of Hardin has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Should friends desire memorial contributions can be made to the Big Horn County Historical Museum.
George 'Gee' Caufield
PARK CITY - A well-known Montana team roper and horseman, George "Gee" Caufield passed away Saturday, Oct. 31, 1998, in Billings from the complications of a stroke.
Gee was born on Jan. 15, 1938, the son of George and Mary (Raines) Caufield in Billings and he grew up and attended school in the Pryor Creek area. He began training horses as a very young man because "back in those days that was about the only way to make a living." In 1955 he began riding saddle bronc, traveling the Montana, South Dakota, and Wyoming rodeo circuits, often with a favorite cousin, Rod Caufield. In later years, he was an avid team roper, winning many buckles and saddles.
In addition to training horses throughout his life, Gee worked for several years on the Wilson Richards Ranch in Lewistown, at the Public Auction Yards in Billings and later owned and operated the Valley Creek Saloon in Park City.
For the past several years in the Park City area which was his home, he devoted his time to the horse business and roping. He loved a good horse trade and was well known for his ability to take a problem horse and turn it into a good one, perhaps because he could "think like a horse." His personal horse, CF, frustrated many horse trainers before winding up with Gee, who made him into a top heading horse. Buck, his wife's horse, was also one of his favorites.
One of Gee's major pastimes was coaching his own children as well as other barrel racers, team ropers, team penners, and 4-Hers. For example, he went to great lengths, including flanking "two perfectly good horses" to help Dan Mortensen get started as a saddle bronc rider. He was also one of the few team ropers who would allow his arena to be overtaken by barrel racers and he coached many to the pay window.
Gee always had time and a word of encouragement for people who wanted to learn about horses and exhibited cowboy "try." On the other hand, he was a hard taskmaster who would give a stern lecture when he felt it was needed, but this backed by the great pride he had in the success of his proteges. He was especially pleased to have raised children who are known as top hands.
Gee Caufield was of a passing breed of men who made their living and take pleasure from horses. He was a straight speaking and sometimes salty fellow as expressed through his cowboy sense of humor and honor. The west is now sadly short one good loop and one good hand.
Gee is survived by his wife, Lauralea Caufield of Park City; his sister, Myrna Brennan and her husband, Ralph of Shepherd; his children: Daryl Caufield and his wife, Debbie of Shepherd; Terry Yost and her husband, Tony of Joliet; Brian Caufield and his wife, Clem of Park City; Tracy Caufield and her friend, Casey of Billings; Francie Phillips and her husband, Billy of Denton; and Elaine Flom and her husband, Jody of Park City; his mother-in-law, Lorraine Haughian of Park City; eight grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and his father-in-law, Henry Haughian.
Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, Nov. 5, at 2 p.m. in the Park City Civic Center in Park City. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements.
Memorials in Gee's memory may be made to the Chase Hawks Memorial Fund or the charity of one's choice.
Harold F. Newton
SHERIDAN, Wyo. - Harold F. "Newt" Newton passed away Nov. 2, 1998, at Sheridan Manor from complications of a stroke and broken hip. He was born March 1, 1905, to Earle E. and Eliza Collins Newton on the family ranch west of Cody.
He graduated from Cody High School in 1923 and the University of Wyoming in 1927 with a B.S. degree in Agriculture. While at UW he was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity, Gamma Sigma Delta Agriculture Honorary, and an intramural basketball team which defeated the UW varsity. He founded The Campus Shop in Laramie, which still operates today.
After graduation he hitchhiked 750 miles to a job interview and then spent the next two-and-a-half years as a traveling field man, working in dairy plants, soliciting new business, running milk routes, and working milk strikes in the Midwest. In 1930, he married
Ruth Erwin of Worland and Lusk, who he met during high school years and dated in college. Over the next 11 years, they lived in various locations throughout the Midwest and Eastern U.S. as Mr. Newton managed dairies for Beatrice Foods-Allied Dairies.
In 1941, the couple purchased Jersey Creamery, a small butter, ice cream, and retail milk business on Main Street in Sheridan. Seven years later they relocated to a newly constructed manufacturing plant on Works Street, and became the largest independently owned creamery in Wyoming, producing a wide array of dairy products. The business was featured in many Dairy Magazines and received numerous awards for quality products.
In 1950 brother Clarence Newton and his family joined Jersey with their independent Dairy Service which picked up milk from producers in refrigerated trucks. During this period of expansion, Jersey became the first Sheridan business to establish a profit sharing plan for its 50-65 valued employees. The Soda Fountain in the front of the building will be remembered by many as a favorite stop for locals and out-of-town people as well. In 1964 after 24 years of operation, Jersey Creamery was sold to new ownership. The manufacturing end of the business was eventually moved out of Sheridan and the plant demolished to make way for the Sheridan County Court House parking lot. The many friendships and associations made throughout these business years were always very dear to Mr. Newton.
After retirement from the dairy industry, Mr. Newton served two years as Executive Assistant to U.S. Senator Clifford P. Hanson in Washington D.C. He then became a licensed stockbroker and opened an office for Dain Bosworth in Sheridan. He served on The University of Wyoming Board of Trustees for 16 years, and as president from 1963-1966. UW honored him with awards for "Distinguished Alumnus, " "Faithful Fan, " and "Outstanding Donor."
Mr. Newton was one of five original founders of Sheridan College. He served on the College Foundation and Trustee Boards in all capacities, gave several commencement addresses and received an honorary doctoral degree. He was a member of St. Peters Episcopal Church, Rotary Club, Scottish Rite, and was a 32nd degree Mason of 50 years. He served on the boards of Memorial Hospital, Whitney Benefits, Sheridan Senior Center, Mountain Bell, Blue Cross, and was past president of both the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce and Lions Club. In 1969 he was honored as "Outstanding Citizen" and "Outstanding Boss."
Wyoming history, gardening, local sporting events, and family activities were special interests. He attended the Powder River Navy Coffee Club for many years, and enjoyed their Saturday morning coffee sessions in his home for three years after a stroke made him mostly home bound. His church fellowship group was also an important part of his later years.
Mr. Newton was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth in 1987; son, John in 1994; granddaughter, Michelle Ludwig; and two sisters and two brothers. He is survived by two daughters, Ginger Brown of Colorado Springs and Janet Ludwig of Story. Other survivors are son-in-law, Scott Ludwig; brother, Clarence Newton and wife, Marion; sister, Genevieve Strow and husband, Cliff of Cody; a cousin, Dan Ingraham; and six grandchildren, Shari McKinney and family of Birney, Shelby Brown of Fort Lauderdale, Rusty and Kirsi Ludwig of Sheridan, Ryan and Audrey Ludwig, and Reilly and Ryce Ludwig, all of Story.
A memorial service is planned for 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6, at St. Peters Episcopal Church in Sheridan. Donations may be made to an Ag Endowment Fund for Sheridan College in care of the Foundation Office, P.O. Box 6328, Sheridan, Wyo. 82801.
Don Nelson
WIBAUX - Mr. Don Nelson age 78, died in Glendive on Tuesday Nov. 3, 1998. He was born July 3, 1920 in Wibaux the son of Berger W. and Marie A. Rush Nelson.
Don was raised in Wibaux County and received his education in the Wibaux Public Schools. He has lived his entire life ranching South of Wibaux.
Don took great pride in his livestock operation, he maintained pastures for all seasons and made sure his fences were in excellent order. Don enjoyed ranching, visiting with neighbors, friends and family and traveling. Don liked to laugh, finding humor in all situations and was always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
Don was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by three sisters: Ruth (Dey) Schlapia of Wibaux, Mary Robinson of Billings and Lauretta (Erbin) Richert of Wibaux; 2 neices: Marge (Claude) Samuels of Goliad, Texas and Joan Miske of Wibaux, along with two great-nephews and one great-niece.
Visitation will be 9 a.m.- noon and from 1-5 p.m. and 6 p.m. to service time Thursday, at the Chapel of Silvernale-Silha Funeral Home in Wibaux. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6, 1998, at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Wibaux with Rev. Fr. Joseph Ponessa celebrant and Rev. Fr. David Morman Concelebrant. A Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Thursday, at the Chapel of the Silvernale-Silha Funeral Home. Rite of Committal will follow services at Dawson County cemetery in Glendive.
Silvernale-Silha Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.
Thomas William Thompson
Thomas William Thompson was the second son of Fred and Bonnie Thompson, and was born in Billings on Dec. 24, 1954. Tom was raised in Billings, attending Broadwater School, Lincoln Junior High and graduating from Billings Senior High in 1973. Mr. Thompson's life ended on Sunday, Nov. 1, 1998, in Billings following a fatal heart attack.
Following his graduation, Tom helped manage Janney's Service Store, a family-owned business, until 1976. He later worked for Northland Steel, Anderson Steel and Commercial Cabinet. Tom then returned to school, graduating with honors and earning an associate of applied science degree in microcomputer accounting from MSU-Billings College of Technology in 1997. Upon his graduation he accepted employment with Debtor Company where he worked as office manager until the time of his death.
Tom married
Ramona Rae Rohrback in November of 1974. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, boating and spending time with the two individuals he loved more than anything, his son, Cody and daughter, Sari. He also enjoyed raising black Labrador retrievers. Tom was a loving father, extremely loyal to those he loved and he was always there when you needed him.
Mr. Thompson was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his two children, Cody and Sari of the family home; two brothers and their wives, Kenneth of Billings and Larry of Libby; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.
Visitations will begin Wednesday morning at the Smith Downtown Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 5, 1998, at the Shiloh United Methodist Church, 1810 Shiloh Road, with interment to follow at Mountview cemetery. Smith Downtown Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Dewain A. Orr
POWELL, Wyo. - Dewain A. Orr, 85, died Tuesday, Nov. 3, 1998, at the Washakie Memorial Hospital in Worland.
Visitation will be from 9 a.m. - noon Friday, Nov. 6, at the Atwood Family Funeral Home in Basin. Graveside Funeral Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, at the Hillside cemetery in Greybull. Atwood Family Funeral Directors is in charge.
Elsie Mae Smart
HELENA - Elsie Mae Smart, 79, of Helena, died Monday, Nov. 2, 1998, in Billings.
Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at St. Peter's Episcopal Church with interment at the cemetery in Hall. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge.
Georgette Dunbar
THREE FORKS - Georgette Dunbar, age 93, formerly of Three Forks and more recently of the Gallatin Rest Home in Bozeman, died Monday morning, Nov. 2, 1998.
Georgette was born in Osseo, Minn., on Nov. 13, 1904, to the late Patrick and Anna (Quinlivin) Walsh. She was raised in Osseo and Park Rapids, Minn., moving to Three Forks in May of 1920. She attended and graduated from the Three Forks High School. Georgette attended Montana State University, and Western Montana College in Dillon where she received her teaching certificate. She then taught around several schools in the Three Forks area.
Georgette married
Byron Dunbar at the family home on Jan. 31, 1926. He passed away in April of 1968. She resided in Three Forks until 1987 when she moved to Bozeman to live with her daughter. She lived at the Gallatin Nursing Home since 1992. She was a member of the Holy Family Catholic Church in Three Forks and the Resurrection Parish in Bozeman.
She is survived by her daughter, Lorna McCormick of Bozeman, and a son and daughter-in-law, Byron (Pete) and Margie Dunbar of Billings; grandchildren, Lynn Ryerson of Great Falls, Michael Dunbar of Huntington Beach, Calif., Patrick Dunbar of Folsom, Calif., Lisa Gierra of Huntington Beach, Tom McCormick of Bozeman, Teri Haney of Wells, Nev., Paul McCormick of Virginia Beach, Va., and Cari Ward of Kenai, Alaska. Also surviving are 16 great-grandchildren.
Georgette was preceded in death by a sister, Alice Mickelberry, and a brother, Ross Walsh.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, Nov. 5, 1998, at the Holy Family Catholic Church in Three Forks at 10:30 a.m. with Father John Ward, Celebrant. Interment wilt follow in the Fairview cemetery in Three Forks. A Parish Vigil will be held on Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. with Deacon Robert Lane officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Gallatin Rest Home in Bozeman, Three Forks Library, or the Three Forks Headwaters Museum.
K & L Mortuaries Three Forks Chapel are handling the arrangements.
