Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend is now resting in her Savior’s arms. Betty Jean Stepper was born in Omaha, Nebraska to Severt and Marge Linquist on May 11, 1929. She joined her older brother Severt and the family moved to Ainsworth, NB. She lived there until she graduated high school and ventured to Miles City, MT with her good friend Ida (Fredrickson) Nybo and her family. She lived and worked in Miles City until she met and danced her first dance with her future husband, Walter Stepper, at the Powder River Club (Walter got his red head!). They wed in Terry, MT on June 17, 1951 and that is where she would call home for the rest of her life here on earth. Walter and Betty were blessed with three daughters, Lori, Lynette and Lucinda. Betty worked many jobs in Terry and served as the County Assessor for 20 years. She enjoyed following her girls and later her grandchildren’s activities, playing cards and dominoes with friends, serving her church as organist, and dancing. She and Walter danced their first dance when they met and their last at her grandson’s wedding on July 4th, less than two weeks ago. Betty and Walter spent the last 3 years in Billings, MT after Walter had complications after heart surgery. She would always say “It is a nice place (Vista at St. John’s) to be if I cannot be at home (Terry). Betty is survived by her husband of 64 years Walter, daughters Lori, Lynette Scott (Randy), and Lucinda Loran (Keith), grandchildren Shad, Kayla, Shann (Jessica), Devin (Andrea) Scott and Nicole, Brandon (Shayna), and Blake Loran. She was thrilled to be great-grandma to her “little sweetie” Charlotte (Shann and Jessica). She was preceded in death by her parents and brother. The family would like to thank St. John’s Vista for the loving care that they gave to Betty as she fought her short battle with cancer and Pastor Jay Bickelhaupt who took care of her most important need, keeping her in Jesus’ Word and promises. In lieu of flowers if you would like to make a donation in memory of Betty, the family requests they may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church of Terry, Apostles Lutheran Church of Billings, the Vista at St. John’s Lutheran Home, or the charity of your choice. Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 19, 2015 from 1:00-6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Terry. Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 20 at 11:00 a.m. at the Community Presbyterian Church in Terry with a reception to follow. Interment will be held in the Prairie County Cemetery. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Terry is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday July 19, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Terry, Montana 59349
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Monday July 20, 2015
Community Presbyterian Church
Terry, Montana 59349
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday July 19, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Terry, Montana 59349
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Monday July 20, 2015
Community Presbyterian Church
Terry, Montana 59349
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Kevin and Toni Kalfell says
Saddened to hear that Betty has passed. I had the opportunity to work with Betty for the County. She was such an honest and loving individual and truly cared about the well being of Prairie County. Heaven has received a beautiful Angel… RIP Betty and my sincere thoughts and prayers to Walt, Lori, Lynette and Lucinda. Cherish the memories..
Cindy and Gregulations Ban says
So sorry to hear about your loss. She was a wonderful lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bev & Gary Ostermiller says
So very sorry to hear this. Betty was such a wonderful person & will no doubt be missed tremendously. RIP Betty.
Melody Dewald says
Such a wonderful lady I remember her playing the organ at church with such grace. Walter Lori Lynette and Lucinda prayers and hugs
Linda and Walt Koehler says
My heart is hurting and I feel such sadness. She was a dear friend and one of my most favorite people and I will miss her. Words convey so little when hearts feel so much. We had so much fun over the years; the best holiday dinners together and playing cards and going dancing. You were the best godparents to our youngest child. RIP Betty….
Chad Dunnam says
Betty Stepper was a beautiful person, only God has the power to take someone off of His earth. Condolences to Walter and the girls may God lessen your grief and sorrow, she will surely be missed in Terry.
Peggy Wilson Latrielle says
Betty certainly was a positive presence in Terry. When I think of her, it is always with a smile on her face. She will be missed.
Jeanne Buckingham Meissner says
So sorry for your loss. Betty was a wonderful lady. Always smiling and positive. They were great softball fans. Walter & girls are in our prayers. May your wonderful memories bring you joy, even at this sad time.
Dawn Trask Lippo says
I have so many fond memories of Betty. The Steppers were such a part of our life as we were growing up. My condolences, Walt, and the rest of the family.
Christine W. Keltner says
so sorry to read of Betty’s passing, she will be missed by us all. They were always in the mix no matter what the occasion. They brought life to all our events!!
Judy Smith says
Prayers to all the family.
Vern Corneliusen says
After my mom and dad, Walter and Betty were like backup parents for me. They always had a place in their heart and their home for me as I was growing up. It is always a shame when time and distance keeps us from those who have so much meaning in our lives. For the family, know you are loved and in our prayers, and even though Betty will be missed, we have the assurance that we will see her again in the presence of our Saviour.
John & Linda Leininger says
Dear Walt and family, you have our sincere sympathy. We have so many precious memories of all of you. Betty was always such a loving and caring person. May God grant you peace and comfort.
Delphine Coon says
Dear Walt and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Losing a mother is a hard thing, but later on you remember the fun and funny things to ease your pain. Thinking of you. Delphine
Janice & Vernon Kaul says
Dear Walt & family so sorry to hear about Betty. Our prayers are with you. God Bless.
Tim and Diane Ehman says
You can say soooo many good things about Betty! She was a pillar of the Terry community! May she RIP and our prayers go out to the Stepper family.
Kathy (Hinnaland) West says
Sending my deepest sympathy for the loss of such a special lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Walt and family.
Stephanie Kaul says
To the Entire Stepper Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories of Betty – whether they be from the softball fields, basketball courts or the streets of Terry. I wish I could be there with you during this difficult time. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Karen Magnuson says
Dear Lynette and family, My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. We know your Mom’s in God’s arms and we will see her again, but it doesn’t stop the hurt now. I have fond memories of your Mom and can still hear saying “Oh, Lynette!” Thankful for all the times we had the Ainsworth connection and could meet at reunion time. Wish I could be up there with you now, but will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you Walter, Lori, Lynette and Lucinda and the rest of the family. Love you guys!
Irene Gumm says
.You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Betty and Walt were very dear to our hearts. As well as all of you girls. Mr Gumm and I had many happy memories from our fun track trips back in the day. God be with you! Sincerely, Irene Gumm and Jason (in Texas).
Gary and Lois Pfiefle says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am so grateful that the Lord blessed me with
so many memories of Betty and the family…starting at a very young age! Though there are
tears in our hearts, there are smiles in our memories.
Nancy Thomas, LPN at The Vista says
To Walter and family,
Betty was such a beautiful lady. It was an honor and a privilege to have gotten to know her and take care of her these past few years. We all loved her at The Vista and she will be GREATLY missed. May Jesus surround you with his peace and comfort you all during this difficult time.
Jim Lindstrom says
My thoughts and prayers are will all of you. I so enjoyed working with Betty so many years ago. I have great memories of the courthouse crew and Betty was at the center. My most sincere sympathy for your loss.
Del Linda Frost and Barry Rakes says
Dear Lori, Lynette, Lucinda and Family, So sorry to hear about your Mom, she was a very special lady, I remember her beautiful smile and hello whenever I was hanging around the Courthouse and watching her and your Dad dancing at all the local events. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sandie Waldo Viall says
I am thinking of all of you during this sad time. Lori, I had fun times spending overnights at your house. Your Mom and Dad always made me feel like ‘one of the girls.’ I loved it when she would call out, “Hey,Sandie! Keep it down, I’m trying to rest!” or your dad would say, “you girls quit that giggling and go to sleep!” Made me feel right at home.
Luella Raymond says
Our condolences to Walter and family. I remember Betty as a beautiful lady, gracious, kind, and caring for Aunt Frieda. With sympathy, Luella and Ron Raymond (Fred Gaub’s daughter).
Jerry Balliet says
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all. I remember when Walt and Betty would stop at the farm in SD. Betty and my mother would be the glue that kept the two Walts in line. I esp. remember Betty’ always laughing and enjoying life in general. May God Bless You All!!
Jerry Balliet