Anne Elisabeth Shearer died September 24, 2015, in Wheeling, Illinois. She was the second child of Kenneth and Joan Wilson of Miles City, born on April 26, 1964. She was called Lisette as a child, and that name was shortened to Liz as she grew up. Lisette was a headstrong, lively spirit who lived life on her own terms. As a child she loved singing, swimming, Highland dancing, and general chaos. At 8 months of age she stood up and walked and she never looked back. She attended Miles City schools and graduated in 1982 from Custer County District High School, where she participated in varsity golf, played trombone in the band and sang in the Concert Choir. She tried college briefly, but decided it was not for her. She took a job at the 600 Café and worked there for many years. She loved the people she worked with and the customers she served. She married Gordon Shearer in 1992, and they became the parents of three wonderful daughters. She and Gordon later separated, and he predeceased her. She left Montana for Wisconsin and eventually moved to Wheeling, Illinois, where she lived for many years. She kept busy with work, swimming, cooking, her cat Gracie, and spending time with her many friends. She always had a smile for everyone she met. Those who knew and loved her will miss her sunny disposition and her beautiful smile. A few years ago she posted the following on her Facebook page: “I choose God’s wisdom, His Spirit, His pace and His placement for my life. What will you choose?”Lisette is survived by her three daughters: Irene Harrington (Jeff) Lillibridge of Tampa, Florida; Stephanie Harrington of Newfields, New Hampshire, and Samantha Harrington of North Pomfret, Vermont; her granddaughter, Vivian Baillargeon; her sister, Wendy Wilson of Sandy, Utah; her brothers, Ned Wilson of Tampa, Florida and Matt Wilson of Missoula, Montana, and by her mother, Joan Wilson of Miles City. She is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and nieces. She was preceded in death by her father, Ken Wilson, and her grandparents. Her remains were cremated in Illinois and will be interred in the Custer County Cemetery. Donations in Lisette’s memory can be made to Lutheran Social Services, 3940 Rimrock Road, Billings, MT 59102 or the charity of your choice.
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday November 15, 2015
Tongue River Winery
99 Morning Star Lane
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday November 15, 2015
Tongue River Winery
99 Morning Star Lane
Miles City, MT 59301
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Pam (Moths) Nisley & Dave Nisley says
Our prayers are with you all, now and in the months to come~ We remember this spunky adorable neighborhood girl, so full of life! May you each feel the loving arms of Jesus wrapped around you ~ bringing you His peace and comfort.
Denise and Jay Harvey says
Joan,
I hope you can feel peace and comfort with cherished memories. Our thoughts are with you!
Denise and Jay Harvey
Dodie & Neal Paxson says
Joan & family,
I am so sorry to hear of Liz’s passing. I remember her well representing the Scots with pride! May you find peace in the hard days ahead. Hugs!
Dodie
Meg Sampsel says
Joan, Just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you and your family. I remember Liz as being a fabulous swimmer and back diver! Mom remembers Liz sitting out on our steps when she was a little girl and writing down drivers plate numbers who she thought should be ticketed. She was a character thats for sure. My deepest condolences to you all. Meg
Pete Stabio says
So sorry for your loss. Liz was very spirited and I know that she lived more experiences in her short number of years than most of us do in our long life spans. You are in my thoughts.
Dean Holmes says
Dear Joan… our love is with you and family. I was so proud to know you and Kenny. Your family is a story of love. Please accept our condolences … Dean and Rose Holmes
James L. Arneson says
I had reconnected with Liz on facebook. It was good to read her posts and see the pictures of her girls and her. I am saddened by her passing, she was a wonderful person.