Elizabeth “Betty” Ann Haughian, age 93, of Miles City passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2016 at the Holy Rosary Extended Care in Miles City.
Betty was born at the Darcy Hospital in Miles City, Montana on April 28, 1923, the daughter of Roy and Nora (Leibole) Gibbs. Betty was their oldest child and was later joined by five brothers, Lee, Gerald, John, Gene and David. Due to the drought in the 1930’s the Gibbs family had to move their sheep during the winters closer to feed. Therefore Betty attended schools in the Van Norman area, Miles City, MT, Jordan, MT and some home correspondence lessons. Betty graduated from High School in Jordan, MT. She attended four years of college in Dillon and received her Bachelor’s Degree in teaching. She started her teaching career in Ronan, St. Ignatius, then on to Miles City where she taught at both Lincoln and Garfield Schools. In July of 1960, she married Jerome Haughian at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Miles City. To this union, three children were born Ann, Michael and Eileen. Jerome and Betty started married life at Saugus until the Haughian Family purchased the Cap Rock Ranch then they made their home there.
Betty was an avid reader who loved history and kept up on current politics until the end. She loved spending time with her family, friends and especially her grandchildren. She loved watching the seasons change; she especially loved listening for the Meadowlarks in the spring. Betty saw the good in everyone and never was one to criticize or find faults. She enjoyed traveling and also collected stamps.
Betty is survived by her children: Ann Haughian of Miles City, MT; Michael(Myrna)Haughian of Miles City, MT and Eileen (Jack) Nessan of Billings, MT; her brothers: Lee(Margaret)Gibbs of Glendive, MT, Gene(Donna Jean) Gibbs of Pleasanton, CA, and David(Birdice) Gibbs of Circle, MT; and a sister in law Helen Gibbs of Jordan, MT, six grandchildren: Breanna (Tyler) Harbaugh, Michael Nessan, Hannah Nessan, Ryan Haughian, Kyle Haughian and Amy Haughian; and one great grandson Jerry Harbaugh. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Jerome, two brothers: Gerald Gibbs and John Gibbs; two sister in laws: Delores “Tootie” Gibbs and R’Delle Gibbs and numerous brother and sisters in law in the Haughian family.
A Rosary will be held on Monday, January 2, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 3, 2016 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home. Rite of Committal will follow at 2:00 p.m. at the Old Calvary Cemetery. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to a local charity of one’s choice.
Service Schedule
Rosary Service
7:00 p.m.
Monday January 2, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Visitation
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday January 3, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Rite of Committal
2:00 p.m.
Tuesday January 3, 2017
Old Calvary Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Rosary Service
7:00 p.m.
Monday January 2, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Visitation
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday January 3, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Rite of Committal
2:00 p.m.
Tuesday January 3, 2017
Old Calvary Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Glen and Teena Bollinger says
Mike, Myrna and families,
So sorry to hear about your mother. Our deepest sympathy to all your family God Bless
Glen and Teena Bollinger
Dennis Haughian says
I will miss her a lot — my sympathy to all.
Bill & Bridgette Gibbs says
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Betty was a wonderful lady!
Becky Chezum says
Annie, Michael and Eileen,
So sorry to see you going through this. May the wonderful memories stay in the forefronts of your minds and hearts. Ann, you have been there for me during the darkest periods of my life, during the losses of my sister and mom and I want you to know we are here for all of you! Anything we can do let us know. I am praying and thinking of all of you. With Love Becky, Bill and Grant Chezum?
Paula Kurkowski says
Oh my… I’ll always remember her as the sweetest most honest woman – trying to keep up with her daughter’s and their latest adventures. May God bless her and welcome her – she will be missed.
Kimberly Meidinger-Wilson says
Eileen, Ann, & Michael I’m so sorry to hear this. She was a sweet woman with a great smile. She is dancing with your dad smiling and laughing. Rejoice in your memories sending prayers and hugs Love You, Kimberly Meidinger-Wilson
Mary Rose Bovee says
Ann, so sorry to see this. Betty was one of my favorites ! All the memories are very special.
Chris and Diana Elwood says
Dear Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, may God be with all of you at this time and give you His comfort.
gary and pat helm says
DEAR ANN AND MIKE , SO SORRY about your mom. ourv prayers go out to you and yours.
Teresa says
Eileen- I know how much you cherished your time with your mom and being there with her in her final days was a blessing. My greatest sympathies to you and your whole family. Stay strong and lean on those around you for that strength.
Teresa Egelhoff
Lora Lee says
Ann & Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Kim, Lora Lee, Haley & Wyatt Anderson
Jack and Clare says
Dear Mike, Ann and Eileen, and all of Betty’s family. We are so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. She was so important to our neighborhood. Our prayer’s are with you. Jack and Clare
Stacy Gierke says
Ann,Eileen,Michael and family,
So sorry for your loss. May the Lord bless you in your time of sorrow.
Keith and Barb Phalen Hoover says
She leaves such a legacy for the community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Hugs
Keith and Barb
Jean Doran says
Micheal, Ann, Eileen and Family,
So, sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. She was a wonderful lady and always had a warm smile on her face, when ever you visited with her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jo Ryan says
My condolences to you all. Treasure the memories.
Tisha Gierke says
Ann, Eileen and Michael and family. So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
mary alice murnion says
Ann, Eileen and Michael, So very sorry to hear of your Mom”s passing. She was truly a lady. Hold your memories close, it really does help when we have to learn to live without our loved ones. Mary Alice Murnion and family
Alroy Tasha and Devin Solle says
Mike and Myrna family we are sorry for your lose. She was such a sweet woman, may gods peace be with you.
Patti Jo (Price) Brewster says
Ann, Michael and Eileen, I am so very sorry for your loss. I will remember your mom as a kind lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
charlottle Haughian says
Ann, Michael and Eileen. I am so sorry for your loss. Betty was a sweet and loving person. I always enjoyed or visit and cups of tea. May God give rest and Pease to her soul. Love to all of you and your families.
Kelly Janitell says
Dear Haughian Family: I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you all.
Karla kings says
Dear Annie so sorry hugs and prayers
Cliff and lila Glade says
Ann Michael Eileen and families, We were so sorry to hear about Betty–Even though she had a long, productive life, it is hard to lose a parent. I am sure that Sheep Mountain is feeling her loss. I believe that Betty was the last of her generation left of the people I grew up with–sad to see that happen.
Doug and Diane Ellingson says
Ann Michael Eileen Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your families.
Joanne Richard says
To Michael, Myrna and family, Ann and Eileen and family. Betty was very special to me. I met her about 30 years ago and when I first met with her she had a glow about her that I will never forget. Her honesty, sincerety and love for life I will remember about her forever. Betty will truly be missed. May God give all of you strength at this time. She loved all of you so much.
Karson and Marie Farnum Kluver says
We enjoyed visits with Betty. She had a sweet smile and was so pleasant to visit with. A very positive attitude. God Bless You.
Deb Bartholomew says
Ann, Eileen and Families,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time
DeDe Sprandel Stieber says
Dear Ann, Breanna, Eileen, Mike, and the Family,
I am so sorry for your incredible loss and Heaven’s gain. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your mom was a wonderful lady to all and a great friend of my grandparents. She will be missed greatly by many. May God bless and comfort you all. DeDe Sprandel Stieber and Family
jenny frady says
Ann, Michael, Eileen, and Family, we are so sorry about the loss of your mother , I will have a mass said for her soul . May God Bless your family until your hearts are heal Your friends John & Jenny Frady
Todd Devlin says
To the Betty Haughian family: So sorry for your loss. It seems as though this happens much more frequently as we get older. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. The Lord be with you all. Todd, Owen, Everett, and Henry Devlin
Rick & Dee Abbott says
Michael, Myrna and family: We were sincerely saddened to learn of your loss. You have our sincerest condolences…..and our prayers for your comfort and solace.
Rayetta Fjell says
Dear Eileen;
I was so sorry to hear about your Mother. No about of words can express your loss. My deepest sympathy and prayers for your comfort at this time. Rayetta
Darla Wier says
Feeling sad that we won’t be there, but all of you will be in our thoughts. Sure have lots of fun memories
Peace be with you
Darla & Jed
Beva Miedinger says
Dear family
I so enjoyed your mom . Such a warm and loving lady.
I know she will be missed
Dale & Cindy Berg says
Mike, Ann, Eileen and families,
So saddened by the loss of your mom and grandma. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. She was such a dear lady. God bless you all.
Delphine Coon says
Ann, Michail and Eileen and families, so sorry to hear about Mom/Grandma Betty. What I remember is her soft spoken voice. And always pleasant and easy to talk to. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Delphine
Mike & Judy Toennis says
Our thoughts and prayers are with your families.
Darcy Fortune Boggs says
Dear Eileen, Ann and Michael,
So sorry for your loss. Your mom was a sweetie and she will be missed. Hugs to you and your family.
Nora Drew says
Dear Ann, Eileen and Michael: I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. She and your dad were such good folks. My condolences to you during this difficult time.