Surrounded by her daughters, Audrey J. Flanigan was lifted to heaven to dance with her husband, Junior, on February 2, 2019.
Audrey was born on October 28, 1931, to Wesley and Barbara McLean. Audrey was the youngest child of their four children. Audrey attended grade school on the Mizpah and later attended high school boarding in Broadus and graduated in 1949.
On May 20, 1952, Audrey married Francis “Junior” Flanigan at Audrey’s family home on the Mizpah. They began their life together in the Coalwood community. Together they worked the family ranch and true to her Scottish heritage she loved her band of sheep. While working hard on the ranch they raised three daughters, Carole, Darlene and Sandy.
Audrey loved working with Junior on the ranch, raising her garden, and attending many community events. She especially enjoyed Coalwood Ladies Aide meetings, bowling, dancing at Fiddler’s Jams and working at the Broadus Visitor’s Center during her retirement years. Playing cards at the Senior Center was always fun for her and she was an active member of Eastern Star.
Audrey especially enjoyed seeing and visiting with her family, especially her grandchildren. She and Junior were very proud of them and enjoyed supporting them by attending their many recitals, sports events and rodeos. Being an avid quilter, Audrey made each grandchild a quilt when they graduated from high school.
Audrey is survived by her daughters Carole (David) Richards, Darlene (Ed) Songer, and Sandra (Bud) Williams. Her grandchildren and their families are Carla and Shannon Marinko and their children Patrick and Daniel, Jeff Considine, Wendy and Shawn Richards and their children Brandy and Dillon Wahl, Gabby, Ronnie and Johnny Richards, Kim and Todd Thompson and their son Tristan, Ashley and Radley Day and their son Kyler, Kori Williams and her children Kolton and Peyton, Taylor and Joey Williams and their sons Landon and Carson, brother-in-law Jake Flanigan, his wife Donna and numerous nieces and nephews. Audrey also got to welcome her great-great granddaughter Braylee Wahl.
She was preceded in death by her parents Wesley and Barbara McLean, her husband Francis “Junior” Flanigan, great grandson Gavin King and her sisters Wilma, Vera and Dorothy.
Visitation will be held on Friday, February 8, 2019 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Broadus with family receiving friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 9, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Powder River Congregational Church in Broadus. Interment will follow at the Custer County Cemetery in Miles City. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Memorials can be made to the Range Rider’s Museum or Powder River Senior Center.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday February 8, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Broadus, Montana 59317
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday February 9, 2019
Powder River Congregational Church
Broadus, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday February 8, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Broadus, Montana 59317
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday February 9, 2019
Powder River Congregational Church
Broadus, Montana 59301
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Tom Zuelke says
Carol, Darlene, Sandy and families.
So sorry for your loss. You are right, I am sure she is in heaven listening to your dad playing the fiddle, the accordion and dancing. She loved her family so much and I remember all the wonderful baking that she did, including the best pies in the country.
All my love, Tom
Vic and Laura Lee Ullrich says
Carol,Darlene and Sandy and families, I am saddened to hear of Audrey’s passing. I have known her all my life and have always enjoyed heraldry personality and chuckles. I always think of her when I make her potato casserole. Her legacy will live on in her children and grandchildren. She and Junior were such a big part of the Coalwood Community and leave behind so many good memories. I will lift you all up in prayer in the days to come.
Karen Gunther says
Carol, Darlene and Sandy, I am so sorry for the passing of your dear Mom, who I spent a lot of days playing cards with her in the Senior Center. I know you have many memories to remember to cherish. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Dave and Cindy Carter Burris says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.Many find memories of the Flanagan family during our childhoods.
Bub and Carlene Gaskill says
Condolences to all the Flanigan family.
Lee and Marian Zuelke says
Carol, Darlene, and Sandy
What a wonderful lady your mom was! She was so full of grace and kindness, the world will be darker without her. Our hearts go out to you and your families
Joe & Renee Gnerer says
Audrey was always such a sweet, kind lady! You are all in our thoughts and prayers!
Veda says
So sorry, she was a beautiful, gentle lady. So was such a joy when she came to the senior center. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sharon Borla says
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Audrey was such a kind, beautiful person. May she Rest In Peace. I am in AZ but will be thinking of all of you during this difficult time.
Vanna Byrd says
I don’t think Audrey met a kid she didn’t like and was always quick to smile. Can’t remember her without that gleam in her eye! She will surely be missed by lots of folks. Hugs and prayers to all her family.
Gerald & Janet Himelspach says
Our deepest sympathy to the Flanigan family. Your Mom was a sweet lady, and Gerald said he remembered the fun and friendship he enjoyed with Audrey and Junior from the time he was a young boy. She surely will be missed by many. May your memories sustain you and bring you joy. Hugs to all you girls and families.
Mary Bagley says
Carole, Darlene and Sandy
I have the best memories of staying with Aunt Audrey as an adult. I would get to visit with her when I would travel thru Broadus, stop at the rest area for a break, and visit Audrey. She was always so much fun to talk to. Her laugh was contagious. I enjoyed hearing her laugh. I’m going to miss her fun-loving spirit so much. We talked about a lot of things, but mostly, she liked to brag about her children and grandchildren. I’m sure she is enjoying listening to Jr play the fiddle, once again.
Lots of Love to you and your families,
Mary Helen and my family
Pete and June Minow says
Carole, Darlene and Sandy, It was so sad to learn of your mom’s passing. She was such a fun and kind person. We have great memories of visiting with Junior and Audrey. They always had a positive outlook on life and were just fun people to be around. May happy memories be a comfort to you in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandy Stahl says
Carole, Darlene, Sandy and families – We sure enjoyed visiting with Audrey on our nursing home visits the last few years, and Sonny’s memories of your wonderful mom go back a long, long way. Know that we are thinking of you. Sonny and Sandy
Linda (Richards) Macy says
Sandy,Carole, Darlene and families, so sorry in the loss of your Mother. Did not know her but she sure raised some sweet girls. Blessings!!
Jerry and Joyce Strobel says
Carole, Darlene, Sandy, and families, Jerry and I are enjoying memories upon memories of both of your folks and of getting to be on the dance floor with them. What sweet times! Over the days as we thank the LORD for them and for each of you, I often remember super times with your Mom as we did ladies’ Bible study at her and your Dad’s house. After singing some hymns and choruses with the Moms I had little people that I was doing a Bible lesson and craft with as the ladies studied their Bibles and did prayer requests. Most the time we would meet in your Dad and Mom’s bedroom. One time I called your Mom and said that we had a messy craft and she had us set up in the kitchen on the linoleum floor. Another time we were ever so quiet because it was super cold and we got to sit really close to the heater. Your Mom was a treasure of treasures and we so loved the times we got to go to her home for Bible study. We are thankful for each of you and are praying for special blessings from JESUS during this time, Jerry and Joyce Strobel
Laurie Claypool says
Carole, Darlene, Sandy and families we are so sorry to hear about your mother/ grandmother Audrey. So many fond memories of get-togethers at your families home which were always filled with lots of laughter and love! Lots of happy memories of your mom and dad at sporting and 4-H events and Coalwood/Volborg events, too. Your mom’s smile and laugh would brighten up every room she was in!! Our deepest sympathy to you all at this time! Laurie Janssen Claypool and family
Charlotte Miller says
Dear Carole, Darlene and Sandy,
I was so sorry to read of the loss of your Mom. Thinking of all of you at this sad time. Please share my sympathy with all of your families.
Electra Rickett-Price says
Carole, Darlene, and Sandy,
Though my memories of Great Aunt Audrey are vague, I do remember many times stopping in Broadus as we traveled through. My mom, Hazel, and her could talk for hours. I’m sure they have reunited and are conversing away and laughing contagiously. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
With Love,
Electra
DALLAS ROOTS says
MY SYMPATHY TO ALL THE FAMILY. MEMORIES OF VISITS TO THE FLANIGAN FARM ARE CHERISHED. i REMEMBER ONECALF BRANDING DAY OUT IN THE SAGEBRUSH WITH BURGERS AND ROCKY MOUNTAIN OYSTERS AFTER, VISITING THE HOMESTEAD WITH MY FAMIOLY AND WATCHING FOR SNAKES AROUND THE OLD BUILDINGS,, HAVING SUPPER WITH JR AND AUDREY MY FIRST DAY BACK IN MONTANA FROM MY 2 Y EARS ARMY HITCH IN DEC. 1955. IT WAS GREAT TO VISIT AUDREY AT THE NURSING HOME AND SEEING ALL 3 DAUGHTERS AND FAMILIES. WE WILL MISS AUDREY.
Ern and Esther Nelson says
Sandy and family,we are sending our thoughts and prayers to all and know your loss of mom ! Just thank God he gave her to you and cherish the memories of the years you had her !! May God be of comfort to you.. Esther.
Linda C Hall says
So sorry to hear that Audrey has passed away. She really was always so pleasant and I always enjoyed visiting with her. Thoughts and prayers for all of you.
Karson and Marie Farnum Kluver says
Flanigan Family
Audrey was a pleasure to visit with. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ronnie and Sharilyn Harvey says
Sandy and family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.