On the evening of September 20, 2015, at the age of 79, Bobbie chose to go home to her father in Heaven. Bobbie was born Barbara Jean Pardew on July 14, 1936 to Jim and Ada Pardew in Bozeman, Montana. Bobbie grew up in Bozeman and graduated from Gallatin High School. She met and married Victor Small Jr and moved to Kirby, Mt. Barbara and Jr had two children, Vicki and Scott. The family later moved to Ashland where she lived the rest of her life in the home where she raised her children. Barbara was a dedicated mother and contributed much to the family ranch. Her greatest joy came from her children as well as raising horses and Rottweilers. Bobbie was also a dedicated employee of St. Labre Indian School for 40+ years. She spent the majority of her years at St. Labre as the supervisor of the mail room and in the classrooms. In the course of her employment at St. Labre, Bobbie developed many lifelong friendships with co-workers as well as students. Bobbie took great pride and joy in the monthly potlucks held at the mailroom for her staff. It was a time to gather and be more than simply co-workers, a time to be friends.
Bobbie was passionate in her care for animals of all kinds. She shopped as much for her pets as she did for herself. Bobbie would do everything in her power to care for an animal. Bobbie had an unlimited capacity to love. She put her whole heart into her family, friends and animals. Bobbie took great pride in her home. She spent hours upon hours on her yard, planting trees and flowers as well as mowing and trimming.
Scott and Vickie have shared countless stories from their childhood, always laughing, always knowing Bobbie was their number one fan. They agreed that everyone who knew Bobbie loved her pies and candy. Always homemade and always ‘fat free’.
Bobbie is survived by her children, Vicki Small-Robinson (Jimmy) and Scott T Small (Terry Lynn), grandchildren Kimberly, Jeremiah and Chauncey, several great-grandchildren, her sisters Pam and Beth, as well as her special friend Kathy Luther. She was preceded in death by her mother Ada and her sister Virgie.
Bobbie asked that no services be held and that her family and friends remember her as she was in life. In lieu of flowers, donations should be sent to B.A.R.K. 111 Moore Lane Billings, 59101
This is an organization that Bobbie supported where animals are cared for with no threat of being euthanized, only adopted.
Local suicide prevention number 406-477-4944
National Lifeline 1-800-273-8255
www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth has been entrusted with Bobbie’s arrangements. Condolences and memories may be sent to her family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com
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Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
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Lori Melotz says
RIP Bobbie! My thoughts and prayers are with Bobbie’s family during their time of sorrow.
Julie Gatlin and Kenny Gress says
Our thoughts and prayers are with Bobbies’ family at this sad time. R.I.P. Bobbie. You will be missed.
Ken and Pam Kania says
Prayers and condolences for Bobby’s family. She was a wonderful co-worker and helped guide me during my first years as a teacher at St. Labre. We will miss her.
James and Donna Stevenson and family says
Vicky and Family,
Sorry to hear about your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wanda Bixby says
My condolences to Bobbies family may she rest in peace May GOD wrap his arms around you and give u comfort at this time
Kim Knobloch says
Vicki and Family,
Sorry to hear about your loss. Prayers to you and the family. Your mom was always to pleasant and I will never forget the years of cleaning stalls for her and your dad.
Andrita Harris says
Vicki & Scott and Family
My deepest sympathy, prayers and Condolences. Have always enjoyed visiting with her about horses and dogs.
Lee, Dorothy, Billy, Dylan and Tegan Harris
Andrita
Mimi Nickel says
Scott & Vicky and Family
I am so very sorry to hear of your Mom & Grandmom’s passing. She was always a sweetheart & very enjoyable to work with. She will be very missed.
Love & prayers, Mimi Nickel
Michael , Kristi Speelman and Family says
Scott, Vicky and Family.
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of Bobbie, your mother was a very independent hard working women she always had something to say and had not problem setting me straight over the years. I will miss seeing her and getting the latest on the Tongue River valley news. We will keep the family in our Prayers.
Let us know if I can do anything for you.
Roberta Bement says
Vick and family…..so very sorry for your loss. I will miss your mom alot, especially when I walk into the clothing room, she greeted me with a hug every time. I will keep you all in my prayers….love in friendship always.
Marsha F. Smal says
Vicki and Family, Scott and Family,
My prayers are with you and yours. Your Mom was an amazing woman. Take care and may Maheo hold you.
Norman Anderson says
My prayers and condolences go out to the family of Bobbi Small.
Geri Small says
Vicky and Scott, my prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss. Your Mother was a hard worker and always acknowledged me where ever I seen her. She will be missed. God Bless her soul. ♡♡
April and family says
Going to miss my aunt and so glad that she got to meet and know her great nieces. I will miss seeing her each month or so.
Rod Trahan says
Scott and Vicki,
So sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with your mom when I was in Ashland. She always had something of interest to hear about.
Prayers to each of you and your families in this tough time.
Fr. Paschal Siler says
Vicki and Scott,
My prayers are with you with this sudden loss. May God grant eternal life to your mother, Vicki, and comfort, hope, peace, strength and all that is needed to all the family members at this time of loss.
Fr.Paschal
Reno Charette says
Wishing you a spectacular crossing over the Milky Way with every star shining only on you. Until we meet again……
Wayne and Sue Schipman says
So very sorry for your loss. May God give you strength during this sad time and may you find comfort in the wonderful memories that Bobbie has left us all.
Kitte Coffin says
Vicki, Scott, Kim & Jeremy: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I’ll keep you all in my prayers. May GOD ALMIGHTY strengthen each of you during this time and draw you unto HIMSELF in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Bert and Helen Woods says
To Vicki, Scott and all. I cannot believe that she is gone. She was such a powerful force. May God bless her and all of you. Her dogs are there waiting for her when she crosses the Rainbow Bridge. I am sure it is a grand reunion. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Bert and Helen Woods says
Vicki, Scott, and all. I can’t believe that she is gone. She was such a powerful force and she is going to be missed. There is a legend that all of her dogs are waiting just across the Rainbow Bridge. That is sure to be a grand reunion. Can you just imagine? Our prayers are with you and my God comfort you with good memories.
Gail Small says
Your mother was a pretty dynamic lady, Scott and Vicki. No matter what, losing your mother is a hard hit. Good memories and staying together as a family helps. Our prayers are with you and your families and, with your Mom as she journeys home.
DeWanda says
Deepest condolences Vicki & Scott
Ryne Harris says
Scott & Vicki- condolences on the loss of your mother. May the Lord be with you in this time of sorrow.
Michael and Marian Sioux says
Scott & Vicki- Our Prayers & Condolences on the loss of your mother are with both of you. I worked with your mom for 6 years in the late 60’s & early 70’s. May The Lord Be with Both of You through all of this sorrow.
TINA MASON says
so sorry barb, your were are great lady and i always had fun at your place and i loved watching your pet when you would leave town we were always family and you will always be in my heart god bless you barbara, tina mason
Joey Littlebird says
Condolences to the family. God bless the family.
Shirl Robinson says
Scott and Vicki: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless!
Dick Fletcher says
Missing this great lady and friend is an understatement. Shared so many memories from many years working together, and she taught me one thing in particular; “don’t ask, if you don’t want to know what she thought about it”. Thoughts and prayers to all her family and friends. God Blessed us when she was a part of our lives.
Kathy Reece says
Dear Vicki & Scott: Please know that you both and your families are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. I have such fond memories of “Barbara Jean”. When you went to her house you were never a stranger or company, you were family and she treated you as such in her loving, humerous and caring ways. When she was the Home School Coordinator, she took that job so seriously, her only priority was making sure that those students were taken care of in her caring way whether it be providing transportation, buying clothes for them from her own pocket book and making sure they were in school. I loved it when she brought her “fat free goodies” to school during the holiday season, they were always so good and guilt free!!! The next few days, weeks and months will be tough but please know that you are loved by so many, believe me it helps knowing that. Don’t feel awkward or afraid to ask for help, it really helps to share the sorrow and the stories. I will continue to keep you in the prayers. Love you.
Larry & Kris Bartlett & family says
Vicki, Scott and families-
You all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Bobbi will truly be missed. She took extreme pride in all that she did. If you need anything, let us know. God bless!
Setovaatse Medicine Bull/Kitty/Kali says
So Sorry for the loss of your mother. Prayers and burned cedar for all of you.
Oly & Teresa McMakin says
Sending prayers of comfort in this difficult time to you and your family. Oly & Teresa McMakin
Tom and Shelley says
Scott, Vicki and family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Bobbie was an amazing lady. We loved working, talking, and learning from her. Sending prayers.
June Persons says
Dear Vicki, Scott, and families,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, as well as with Bobbi as her spirit travels on..
Meghan (Buyske) Schulte says
My thoughts and prayers are with the Small family. I got to know Bobbie through my two year tenure at St. Labre and the world loss of a truly wonderful soul is heavens gain. She was an incredible person.
Shirley Skinner says
Vickie, Scott and family
I am saddened to hear of Bobbie’s passing. I have so many great memories of her when we worked together at St Labre. She was an amazing woman, always ready to lend a hand and she could always make me laugh. I am sorry to say we kind of lost touch after I left Ashland, but it was always a joy to run into her and have a little visit when I was in town and would see her. Many times I would stop at the Clothes Room just to visit Bobbie. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeneen Spang says
Scott,
You, your sister Vicky and family are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
Della Ahearn says
In my prayers, Bobbie you will be miss, what a wonderful person you were.
Nellie Speelman says
Scott & Vicki
There are no words that can express my feelings for you. I just want you to know that you will be in my prayers and thoughts during this time. Remember I love you. Ghet Eh
JOHN & JULIE MALDONADO AND FAMILY says
Condolences to the family of Bobbi, you will be missed. Going to miss seeing you at the Clothing Room.
Kelly Stevenson & Family says
Vicki, Scott & family
I know there are no words that would ever be enough. Bobbi will be missed by everyone who knew her. My prayers are always with you guys.
Pam Ingraham says
My sister has always had so much class. As growing up I wanted to be just like her.Always ready to on a adventure. Usally only spent a week or so a year,one of the best weeks out of my year . Barbara my hero , my best friend an my sister whom I loved very much…I am so sorry for her loss . My heart goes out to Kathy, Scott ,Vicki an thier families.i love you guys . I’m am so sorry…love auntie Pam
Lyman & Leslie Morin says
We enjoyed our years working with Bobbie and the friendship we had. Prayers are going out to Vicki, Scott and the rest of the family.
Mick & Chery Melin says
Your mom had a special place in our hearts. She was always so willing to share her love of animals with us. We have many wonderful memories of the years we worked with her. She was a very special friend.
Art and Rita McDonald says
Vicki, Scott and family. So sad to hear about Bobbie. It was always so nice to see her and have a little visit. We knew Bobbie back in the days when she was an incredible horse woman. She knew good horses and loved the paints! She loaned us her amazing granddaughter Kim one summer to help us get ready for our horse sale. So sorry for all of you, Prayers and Love, Art and Rita
Doug, Colleen, Michelle, and DeMarcus Hopkins says
Vicki and Family. Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss. We have many good memories of working with Bobbie and she was always told it like it was. She was the most kind and generous woman. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Garyann Tamburello says
Vicki, Scott and family, I am so very sorry . I didn’t get to spend time with aunt Barbara as an adult, but I do remember her when I was young. I thought she was one of the prettiest women I knew, and so nice, I loved the way she talked. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Marilyn Caruso says
I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Bobbie will be missed. She was a wonderful person.
Butch Small says
Scott & Vicky s, so sorry to hear of you loss. Bobbie is a great lady. I would go stay with her when her & your Dad lived at the Risingson place, on Kirby. She did not like to be by herself so her or your Dad would come & get me to stay. I always enjoyed the time I spent with her, she treated me very well. She will be greatly missed.
Lynette Lindsey says
Hii Bobbi:-) I will always be thankfull & blessed to have been part of ur life. U showed me a mothers love, one that I will always cherish in my heart & spirit. U were there for me when my mom wasn’t & FOR THAT I WILL ALWAYS BE GRATEFUL FOR!!! U helped me to grow & move on & learn to love myself no matter what. I will never forget u:'( :'( I no I will see u again:-) love never dies…..
Lynette Lindsey says
Vicki & Scott I am soooo sorry for ur loss:-( your mother was a wonderful, wonderful mother. She lived her life to the fullest & I know she loved u both so dearly. My thoughts & prayers are to u both & ur families.
Teresa Geib Bacon says
I moved from Mt yrs ago, but when i graduated from HS i worked at St. Labre, she was my Supervisor. A very special lady, my condolences for the family and friends.
Sara says
I love you.
Deeply sorry for your loss.
Joleen Spang says
So sorry for your loss, she was always greeting everyone in the clothes room, I appreciate that about her. May god bless and watch over you Scott and Vicki, your mom is now your guardian angel.
Connie & Jim Brooks says
Blessings and Love to all of Bobbi’s Family,
I had the privilege of working for Bobbi at St. Labre. She was a wonderful and beautiful person and I am forever grateful for having known her. She was very special and will always hold a spot in my heart.
Until we meet again, Bobbi…
Connie & Jim Brooks
Joanne Bolstad says
Such a beautiful caring lady! Cherished our time with her at her home and outings together. With much love Joanne and Emily