Anne Arlee Westrope was born October 28, 1932, in Wallum, MT to Harry L. Ryum and Nellie Thompson Ryum. She attended schools in Barber, Kinsey, and Miles City.
Anne met Jack Westrope in Miles City. They were married in Brooklyn, NY on July 26, 1952, where Jack was stationed in the U.S. Navy. They were blessed with a son, Clinton, in 1953. When Jack was discharged, they returned to Miles City.
Anne had a special love of her son, Clint, and grandsons Teague and Tyler.
Anne had a great love for animals, horseback riding and raising Missouri Fox Trotters. She enjoyed fishing, hunting, and riding horses.
Anne was preceded in death by her parents, brother Cecil Ryum, brother, Dee Ryum, sister-in-law Darlene Kochel, nieces Patty and Bobbi Ryum, nephew Larry Ryum, and special niece Rhonda Ryum.
Anne is survived by husband Jack (72 years), son Clint (Jan), grandson Teague (Sara), grandson Tyler (Amy), great-grandchildren Kiera Westrope, Arya Westrope, Graham Westrope, Owen Westrope, Miles Westrope, and Emery Westrope. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Loretta Ryum and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by all who were blessed to have her in their lives.
A special thank you goes out to the wonderful staff of St. John’s United Home Health and Hospice in Billings.
Private interment will take place in the Miles City Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at Atonement Lutheran Church in Billings, MT at a date to be determined.
In lieu of flowers/gifts, memorials may be made in Anne’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Shriners Children’s Hospital, Montana Hope Project, or a charity of your choice.
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Ron and Marilyn Frize says
Dear Auntie Anne, we will miss your love of life and family. You were such a wonderful story teller, always wanting to make sure we knew things about Dad and Mom and other family members so that the stories could be passed on to younger generations. I only wish I would have paid closer attention at times. To Jack, Clint, Jan and all of Anne’s grandkids and great-grandkids, please hold all those treasured memories close. She loved her family so deeply and will be missed by all.
Susan Sanderson says
Jack and family,
I am so sorry to see that Anne has passed away. I will always cherish our visits and will miss her. She was so kind, funny, and beautiful. Please know you are in my prayers and I will be thinking of you often. I am sure you will cherish all of your memories.
Sharon Volkman says
I am sorry for your loss. She was so nice.
Delwin Kranzler says
I’m sorry for your loss Jack. I didn’t have the pleasure of meeting your wife. I believe anyone who loves horses is a good person.
I enjoyed working with you a few times. Take Care.
Greg Szudera says
Sorry for your loss Jack. We know Ann is in a great place and has her vision back. God bless you and all of your family.
Greg Szudera
Kay Bollinger says
I’m so sorry for your loss. She was a lovely lady abs will be missed.
Steve Barry says
Jack, so sorry to hear about the passing of Anne. You shared 72 years of marriage and that is remarkable these days. Blessings for peace and hope be with you and all your family. Eternal rest grant unto Anne O’Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen!
Vicki & Morgan Evans says
Dear Westrope family,
So sorry for your loss of Anne here with you. Blessings to you all as you continue to share her through the many precious memories you have made together during her many years. May those memories bring you comfort.
Hugs to all.
Paul & LynneRae Hazelton says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God hold you in His arms.