Carol Ann Lux, age 76, of Chinook, MT, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 4, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Cremation has taken place, and in keeping with her wishes, no formal services will be held—she wanted no fuss. At a later date, Carol will be floated down the Missouri River at Virgelle, MT, a place she cherished and spent many happy days with her family growing up.
Carol lived in Chinook her entire life until about four years ago, when health challenges made it clear she needed to be closer to family. She moved to Miles City to be near her daughter and became a resident at Holy Rosary Residential Living. There, she found a new home filled with friendship, laughter, and love. She touched countless lives—residents, staff, and especially her dear friend, Steve Lawson. In her final days, stories of her kindness, humor, and grit were shared by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ted and Mabel Kaufman; her sisters, Alice and Eudora; her brothers, Vernon, Bill, & Jack; and her granddaughter, Sofia Cusimano.
Carol is survived by her daughter, Robin (Jim) Cusimano of Miles City, MT, and their children Tyson of Las Vegas, NV; Saige of Bismarck, ND; Nick and Max of Miles City, MT; as well as her son, Ryan Lux of Gillette, WY.
Carol will be remembered as vibrant, spunky, and unafraid to tell it like it was. She was a fighter through every health battle—brave, determined, and fiercely protective of those she loved. Even in her final moments, she faced death as she faced life: head-on, with courage and strength, making sure her family was okay first.
She is deeply loved and greatly missed.
Al and Sandy Cameron says
Sorry for your loss, Carol’s spunky personality lives on in her family. So hard to let them go. Hugs to you all.
Teal Dobie says
Oh Carol, you will be greatly missed. If I ever had to go to RL for anything I always made sure to pop in her room to say hi, check in on her and let her know I missed her! She was a good woman, my thoughts and prayers to her family and Steve. You’re free now Carol, I hope you’re running and dancing freely up there.
June Nelson-Fillafer says
Carol, you certainly were one of a kind. I feel blessed that I had the privilege to know you and was considered your friend as you were mine. I miss seeing you at 6:30 am for therapy and our cuss and discuss time. I admired your spunk and your will to not let life get you down. You added life to the halls of residential living and your sprit will live on! Thank you for all the advice you shared with me, most of it good. LOL
Until we meet again my friend!
June and Curtis Fillafer