On the morning of September 19, 2021, Sarah (Betty) Juanita (née Cope) Moullet passed away peacefully of natural causes. Betty had been residing at the Powder River County nursing home in Broadus, MT at the time of her passing. Betty would have been 93 years old in November.
Betty was born near Neffs, Ohio on November 23, 1928. She was the fifth of the nine children of Sarah Eleanor (Neff) Cope and Harold Duane Cope.
She grew up in the St. Clairsville Ohio area and received her nursing training in Wheeling West Virginia. She came to Montana as a newly trained RN with her sister Jean, also an RN, and her brother Jim, a doctor. While she was working at Dahl Memorial Hospital in Ekalaka, MT she caught the eye of a young busted up cowboy, Bud Moullet, who threw his socks at her to get her attention. After a three-week courtship, Bud and Betty married in Miles City Montana on March 22, 1951.
Their early years were spent on a ranch in the Chalk Buttes area near Ekalaka where they raised their five children. Betty continued her nursing career while raising a family.
Betty loved gardening, cooking, time at the ranch and sewing. Every grandchild received their own personal Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls. She was very active in the Presbyterian Church where she was an elder. She loved her grandchildren, great-grandchildren as well as many children she babysat who referred to her as Grandma Betty.
She is survived by her sons, Michael (Lucy) of Volborg, Peter (Lori) of East Helena, Timothy (Colleen) of Huntley; daughters Patricia Carino of Humble Texas and Celeste Askin (Ron) of Helena; and 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Betty is also survived by her brothers Ellis (Maureen) Cope, Richard (Betty) Cope and David Cope. She also leaves many other family members, nieces, nephews, and friends who will miss her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard (Bud), her parents Eleanor and Harold Cope, her brothers Bill, Jim and Jerry Cope and sisters Jean Bleth and Joanne Speece and one son-in-law, Ron Carino.
Visitation will be held on Monday, September 27, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Son’s Funeral Home in Miles City. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Son’s Funeral Home in Miles City. Betty will be laid to rest next to her husband Bud at the Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery in Miles City Montana.
Should friends desire memorials can be made to a charity of one’s choice. Condolences can be made to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday September 27, 2021
Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday September 27, 2021
Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Tuesday September 28, 2021
Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
Tuesday September 28, 2021
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Cemetery Road
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday September 27, 2021
Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday September 27, 2021
Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Tuesday September 28, 2021
Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
Tuesday September 28, 2021
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Cemetery Road
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Mary Rose Bovee says
I did Betty’s hair for many years. Such a great lady. Had the greatest smile. RIP Betty.
Norm and Julie Samuelson says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Enjoyed her when Virginia was in the manor.
MARTHA CRANDALL says
my sympathy
Tena says
Lovely photo of Betty showing her beautiful smile! She always lit up when kids, especially babies, visited the manor. Enjoyed hearing about her days as a nurse. Will miss her.
Rest in paradise, Miss Betty
Roger & Bobbie Boss says
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Hope you feel comfort knowing she is at peace. Cherish the memories!
Caroline Fleming says
Betty was such a wonderful lady with a most beautiful smile. My prayers go out to the family and her many friends. You are missed, Betty.
Vickie and Dave Gunderson says
To all the Moullett siblings and families, we are so sorry about your Mom’s passing. Heaven gained a great lady..we send hugs and prayers to all❤
Johanna Matzen- Kuehn says
There aren’t many of my childhood memories that didn’t involve Betty and Bud, so lucky I grew up next door. Betty had the best smile and an infectious laugh, she will be missed! Thinking of you all, she loved her family so much.
Bill Zook says
Sorry to hear about your mom, folks. She was special to our family in many ways. I’m reminded of her spirit and I suspect your dad married her because of it, at least in part. I have a wife just like that and she is dear to my heart; and has been for over 60 years. May God bless all of you and your mom.
Rissa Seabolt says
To Betty’s family,
So sorry for your loss. May all your memories, friends and family comfort you during this time. I enjoyed visiting with her about different Bible promises, she had strong faith and our heavenly Father will remember and reward her. She also had the prettiest blue eyes. Our sincere condolences.
Pat Herzog says
So sorry Patty and family on the loss of your Beautiful mother ❤..She was my head nurse when I worked OB at Holy Rosary Hospital.. she was a great nurse and I learned alot under her direction.. she was one of the best.. Heaven gained a wonderful Angel.. Love and prayers to all of you 🙏❤ Our deepest sympathy Pat and Monte Herzog ..
Hazel Stabler says
I am so sorry for your loss. My neighbor for several years. A special lady. She is resting in peace now.
Jim and Irene Hendricks says
So sorry for your loss. We remember the family with fond memories. God Bless each one of you in your grief.
Bill Cloud says
Mike, Patty, Pete, Tim, & Celeste – My sincere condolences for the loss of your mom. I remember her mostly from high school days when I would go to your home in Miles City. She was always welcoming and always had a smile on her face. And I also remember her taking care of me at the hospital when I broke my nose and she would take the time to chat with me and make me laugh. Since those times, I have enjoyed hearing the stories about her and your dad when you were growing up as kids. May she rest in peace.
Dotti Green says
Moullet family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Betty and Bud were wonderful next door neighbors to my Mom, Marguerite for several years. She and Betty kept in touch as long as Mom was able. Betty was a lovely lady, very dedicated to her family, church and friends. Fly high Betty, you will be missed.
Carol Rath Raschkow says
I worked obstetrics at the old Holy Rosary Hospital with Betty,, she was a kind, caring , knowledgeable nurse , and I enjoyed working with her for several years..
Pam Moths Nisley says
Beautiful woman, with a beautiful family!!! I was delighted to meet her again in the manor in Broadus, several years ago! She shined the love of Jesus 🙂 Our prayers for comfort for all of her sweet family and loved ones!
Mary Janssen says
Lucy Mike So sorry to hear of your loss. Hoping it is a time also for fond memories and stories. My thoughts are with you all.
Dave & Deb Rang says
What a wonderful lady as she graced us with her presence! Always a smile, a laugh, and a pure pleasure to know. Our condolences to her family members. She was a gem!
Arlene Corbin says
Betty was such a dear sweet lady. She was so devoted to our Presbyterian Church and she will be missed by many
Aaron and Mollie Phipps says
May she rest in the loving arms of our Saviour and that knowledge comfort and keep all of you as he holds you while you grieve. She was such an amazing woman, and I am sorry for you loss.
Rebecca says
I enjoyed my time with her while she was at the Manor. She had a beautiful smile, sparkle in her eye (especially when she is teasing) and great wit. I will miss her.
Marcy Stabler Parks says
I am so, so sorry for your loss, and so very thankful that you know you will all be together again! Love and hugs to all of you; you are in my thoughts and prayers!
Alvin Croy says
Sorry for the loss of your mother. I went to country school with Mike, Patty and Tim . Prays and hugs to all of you. Alvin
Dick & Ann Kay says
Some of my favorite memories as a child were of the summer trips from Ohio out to your ranch. Aunt Betty and Uncle Bud were so kind to us. And another fond memory when Dick and I were married occurred when we “helped” with a branding. After we retired and camped once in Miles City, Aunt Betty drove over to see us with a picnic supper. She was much loved, and will be missed.
sharon cope says
I could not be there but so enjoyed watching the video of the service. Tim you did a beautiful service and loved to hear all the memories of your folks. Many hugs and prayers to all of you. Sharon
Suzy Musser says
Betty was such a precious person. I remember my dad saying…If Betty is in charge, the hospital is in good hands… whatvwonderful person RN too.
May you be blessed with wonderful memories.
Andrita Harris says
Deepest sympathy and condolences for the family. PRAYERS