Anna May was born on May 14, 1927 in Baker, Montana, the daughter of Joseph Nicholas and Nellie (Henderson) Ziebarth. Anna May grew up and attended schools in Baker and Kinsey. Anna May married Thomas Leo Haughian whom she met at a dance at Kinsey. They were married on June 11, 1949 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Miles City. Following their marriage, they joined the Haughian Livestock Co. The first year of their marriage they moved to Two Dot where they lived in a sheep wagon. Ranching operations also led them to live at Wolf Point and Saugus. In 1967, Anna May and Leo formed the Gumbo Ranch. They worked hand and hand and loved the ranch life. After Leo´s passing, Anna May remained active on the ranch until the time of her death.
Anna May loved watching her children and her grandchildren in their many activities. She was an avid sports fan. She enjoyed golfing, dancing, making bread but most importantly keeping an immaculate lawn.
Anna May is survived by her children: Dalice (Jeff) Landers, Miles City, MT; Alyn Haughian, Kinsey, MT; Geri (Rob) Kincheloe, Miles City, MT; Darla (Jed) Wier, Lake Elmo, MN; Lori (Tim) Herron, Havre, MT; thirteen grandchildren: Chris (Marissa) Morford, Kelly (Trish Fjelstad) Morford, Tyler Landers, Jade (Kyleigh Plant) Landers, Clay (Amanda) Kincheloe, Jamie (Taylor Beardsley) Kincheloe, T.W. Kincheloe, Seth Wier, Logan Wier, Kacy Herron, Josi Herron, Molly Herron, and Marca Herron; five great grandchildren: Kinley Burian, Graley Beardsley, Greyson Morford, Emery Morford and Fallyn Beardsley; three sisters: Betty Tweeten, Sadie Claus and Joan King; and four sisters-in-law: Betty Haughian, Mary Haughian, Frances P. Ziebarth & Frances L. Ziebarth; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by Leo, her husband of 32 years, her parents, her stepmother, Anabell Gieb Ziebarth; a daughter, Rita Morford; a great grandson, Cy Kincheloe; four brothers: Bob, Francis, Walter and Parker and four sisters: Irene, Lola, Lela and Iris.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 22, 2011 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. A Vigil Service will be held on Thursday, September 22, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, September 23, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Miles City. Rite of Committal will follow in the family lot of the Old Calvary Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Sacred Heart School, 519 N. Center, Miles City, MT 59301 or to Holy Rosary Hospice, 2600 Wilson, Miles City, MT 59301.
Service Schedule
Vigil Service
18:00
Thursday September 22, 2011
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Mass
11:00
Friday September 23, 2011
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
520 North Montana
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Vigil Service
18:00
Thursday September 22, 2011
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Mass
11:00
Friday September 23, 2011
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
520 North Montana
Miles City, MT 59301
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Kathy (Urick) & Rob Bird says
To Anna Mae’s family,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. She was such a ray of sunshine to everyone around her. Her heart of gold will be missed. Please know how much I care for the hurt you are all going through. You are such a special family and Anna Mae is smiling down with love and pride.
Love…Kathy(Urick)& Rob Bird
Pat Corbin says
We are thinking of you during this sad time.
Wayne and Carola Moline and family says
it’s hard to lose our moms, they seem to be the glue that holds families together. we hope good memories will lift your hearts as you say good by to your mama.
Richard and Linda Meidinger says
So sorry to hear about your mom. We will not be able to make it to the service we are in Minnesota doing sugar beet harvest.
We have alot of good memories of her. May your memories help you through this sad time. Linda & Richard
Cathy & Gary Patterson (Ziebarth) says
God bless Aunt Anna May. We here in Washington send our sympathy to the family there. We have such good memories of the ranch and will always remember your parents.
Betty Carter O'Brien says
So sorry to hear of Anna Mae’s passing. I remember her so well – my prayers for all – I know my family Elnor and Curtis also give your family sincere sympathy also-
God be with her and her family – blessings for all also – Betty Carter O’Brien
Kevin & Lori Donnelly says
Sorry to hear of your loss.
May God Bless your mother and the family.
Louise Donnelly, Dianne Donnelly, Kevin and Lori Donnelly and family.
John and Kylee (Miller) Monica says
We are thinking of you and your families at this hard time. Anna May was a great lady and will be deeply missed, may her memories help you through this time.
Dana Stern says
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Chris and Diana Elwood says
Dear Family, Chris and I would like to express our deepest symapthies for your loss. May God give you all His peace at this time. Chris and Diana
Lon & Vicki Reukauf says
We are with your family in thought and prayer as we all mourn the loss of a very special lady. She lit up so many lives with her warm heart and smile and was someone we always looked forward to visiting with. We will miss her, too. Now it’s up to her kids to keep the family bonded together.
Darlene Ashley says
I sorry to hear about Anna May’s death. She fought a mighty battle with that cancer. I can remember back to when she and Leo got married and they love they had for each other. Now, they can be together again. She is in my prayers.
Lacey Haughian says
I am sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with.
Robert Tooke says
Sorry for the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. She was a very special lady. Chris, Kelly, Clay, T.W., Jamie and all of Anna Mays family are in my thoughts.
Karson and Marie Farnum Kluver says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Anna May was a wonderful person. Enjoyed many nice visits with her. God Bless.
Gus & Karen Glasscock says
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
BONNIE ASHLEY CURRAN says
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mother. I am also sorry i could not make it to either of the services. My husband is in the hospital.
I know losing a Mother can be very painful. I found the best way I could honor my Mother’s memory was to be kind and generous with my siblings. That is all we have left once our parents are gone. We are all diffferent but of the same family. My best to you all. Cousin Bonnie
DONNA WADDELL says
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT OTHERS ARE KEEPING YOU IN THEIR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS.
Ann (Losinski) Wetherelt says
I always loved driving by your folk’s place when I worked for the state during the 70’s. It was such a neat place with the most beautiful backdrop of scenery. Your mom seemed to be such a hard worker and enjoyed being around her family. She will be very much missed.
Rodney and Marilyn Askin says
Our Sympathy and Prayers are with all of Anna May’s family. You are all in our thoughts. Good Memories of a very good lady.
Patricia Bryant says
I am very sorry for your loss.