Carol battled multiple myeloma cancer for over 10 years and died peacefully and with dignity in Glendive, Montana on April 11, 2024spending her last days with her family. Cremation, per Carol’s wishes, has taken place. Family will meet friends from 5 PM to 6 PM prior to the 6 PM prayer service at Stevenson’s Funeral Home in Baker on April 15, 2024. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John’s Catholic Church in Baker, Montana at 10:00 AM on April 16, 2024. Burial will take place at the St John’s Catholic Cemetery in Baker.
Carol Jane McDonald entered the world at the family home with the assistance of her Grandma Nellie McDonald on September 25, 1935 in Iona, Minnesota. She was the fifth of six children born to parents Francis and Mary McDonald. Carol attended grades 1-9 at St. Columba Catholic School in Iona, Minnesota and graduated from high school at Slayton, Minnesota in 1953. Carol and Donald Wade were married at St Ann’s Catholic Church in Slayton, Minnesota on June 11, 1955. They were blessed with five children: Cindy, Bill, Gary, Andy and Traci. The family made their home in Chokio, Minnesota before moving to Baker, Montana in December of 1966, where they spent many enjoyable years watching their five kids involved in school activities, sports and many family outings of hunting, fishing and fun get-togethers. Carol was extremely proud to complete the training to administer home hemodialysis for Don. Due to Don’s failing health and the continued need for dialysis, they moved to Dickinson, North Dakota in 2000. Following Don’s death in 2004, Carol lived in Miles City, Montana until 2021 when she moved to The Heritage Assisted Living Facility in Glendive, Montana. Mom was very happy, thankful and content living at The Heritage.
Carol’s office work ethic was well respected throughout the years of bookkeeping at the Murray County Bank in Slayton, Minnesota, Farmer’s Elevator Chokio, Minnesota, Equity Co-op in Baker, Montana, Fallon County Deputy Treasurer, School District #12 as Deputy School Clerk, Fallon County Deputy Clerk of Court and retiring in 1998 having served as Fallon County Clerk of the District Court. She always had a big smile for whomever she met, along with an offer of help when needed. Carol loved communicating with her family and friends, having coffee, visiting and enjoying time together. She could often be seen with a favorite cup full of coffee in her hand. Holiday dinners were always a special treat with everyone looking forward to her wonderful pies and goodies, which included lefse at Christmas time. Her “grands and greats” could always count on their favorite treat of banana bread when they visited. They were SO loved!! She enjoyed reading her daily papers and keeping up on current events. Carol loved to dance in earlier years and enjoyed all types of music. She always looked forward to volunteering her help at the pie making sessions with the ladies of Sacred Heart Parish in Miles City. She had a unique sense of humor and was a genuine and loyal friend. Family birthdays and anniversaries were always remembered with her general family email as well as a special card in the mail. “Granny Carol” had a deep, profound love for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She cherished the times when her family gathered for special events. Carol was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Glendive, Montana as well as retaining her membership of many years with the Catholic Daughters of America at St. John’s parish in Baker.
Carol is survived by her five children: Cindy (Randy) Pisk, Fort Peck, MT; Bill (Teresa) Wade, Glendive, MT; Gary Wade (Verna Thompson), Haugen, WI; Andy (Brenda) Wade, Vernon Hills, IL; Traci (Doug) Schell, Goodyear, AZ. Also surviving are her grandchildren: Shaun (Amber) Pisk, Corey (Liz) Pisk, Mike (Tasha) Wade, Dan (Shawnelle) Wade, LeAnn (Dan) Mittelstaed, Ryan (Jennifer) Wade, Chad (Betsy) Wade, Jason Wade, Marni (Drew) Gaskill, Eric Wade, Matt (Kelly) Schell, Mariah (Rob) Hofer and 15 great grandchildren. Carol is also survived by her brother David McDonald, Canby, Minnesota and many special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Loved ones preceding Carol in death were her parents Francis and Mary and husband Don, her siblings and their spouses: Glen (Bobbi) McDonald, Erlene (Ron) Rice, Wayne (Jean) McDonald, Lelyth (Jerry) Thaler, and sister-in-law Margene McDonald and two daughters-in-law, Cheri’ Wade and Linda Wade.
Mom was at peace and ready to join the angels when they delivered her wings.
In lieu of flowers please send memorials to the Glendive Medical Center Foundation for The Heritage Assisted Living Facility.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday April 15, 2024
Stevenson's Funeral Home
Baker, Montana 59313
Prayer Service
6:00 p.m.
Monday April 15, 2024
Stevenson's Funeral Home
Baker, Montana 59313
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
Tuesday April 16, 2024
St. John's Catholic Church
Baker, Montana 59313
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday April 15, 2024
Stevenson's Funeral Home
Baker, Montana 59313
Prayer Service
6:00 p.m.
Monday April 15, 2024
Stevenson's Funeral Home
Baker, Montana 59313
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
Tuesday April 16, 2024
St. John's Catholic Church
Baker, Montana 59313
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Marlus Amsden says
Carol was a very sweet lady. I really enjoyed the short time I knew her. Prayers to her family.
Cheryl Tonn says
I remember your lovely mother, Traci. My condolences to your family.
Tammy & Chris McCullough says
Carol was the Mom that every child would have loved to have had. She was always there with a big smile and a magnanimous presence. The first time we met Carol she treated us like we were family. She honored us with spending time getting to know us and sharing all her delicious desserts with us which we eagerly accepted and enjoyed. She will be fondly remembered and greatly missed.
Kim Stanton says
Dear Family,
We’re very saddened to read your beloved mother and grandmother has passed. Carol will always be remembered for her cheerful attitude, friendliness towards all, and her twinkly blue eyes. Matt’s friends will remember his grandma’s chocolate chip cookies—which were a favorite! I love her obituary picture— when ever I saw Carol , I always wanted to hug her!! She embodied that feeling of love and warmth that extended to everyone around her. Carol was quite the special lady will be incredibly missed by friends and family for many years to come.
Eternal rest, grant unto her O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul rest in peace with her loved ones who have gone before her.
Praying for your comfort and consolation. With heart felt sympathy and condolences,
Kim, Kyle, Kasey, and Christina Stanton
Carla Hansen says
Carol was a lovely lady. She always had a smile and friendly hello every time you saw her. I missed her at Sacred Heart in MIles City. Carol’s family is a fine reflection of the mother and person she was. With sympathy to her family.
Vikki Bradley says
I am so sorry for your loss. Carol was a wonderful person. She always had a big smile on her face.
Bernadette Miller says
What a sweet, sweet lady. I loved seeing her around Miles City, she always had a smile and always a very positive person. She lived a wonderful life.
Muriel Selk says
So sorry for your loss Traci. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May your memories comfort you.
Marcy Parks says
Matt, Traci, and family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to you!
Arlen Alice h Miller says
Carol family , so sorry for your loss ,we have many good memories of her , Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Jack & Charlotte Murnion says
Traci and all, prayers.
Denise Harvey says
So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in cherished memories.
Denise and Jay Harvey
Katy Harbaugh says
To Carol’s family:
So sorry to read of her passing. My your memories surround you and keep you warm at this time.
I had such a good time with her when visited at WalMart. She gave advice on such things as apples : Envy apples are best.
Prayers for you all: Katy Harbaugh
Shawn, Candice, Rachel, and Ryan Kelly says
Oh sweet, precious Carol! We have so many wonderful memories living across the street from you! We will treasure our driveway chats and friendly waves across the street. Our kids will always remember your kindness and the fun they had trick or treating and visiting with you on their bikes. I giggle remembering you “vacuuming” your garage and even your little sidewalk on occasion! You had the neatest, cleanest, most lovely place on the block (aside from Doug and Traci’s of course!) I have an angel in my hutch I got at your garage sale right before you left and I will treasure it always. Every time I see it, I will remember our sweet, precious neighbor and friend, Carol.
Cindy and Dale Berg says
Traci, Doug and Carol’s Family,
So sorry to hear about your dear sweet mom. What a kind and gentle lady who always had a smile on her face. May you find comfort in all your memories, and know that we send our love and prayers to you now and in the difficult days ahead. God’s Blessings to you all.
Kim Smarsh says
Traci and family, I am so sorry to read about the loss of your beautiful mother. When she smiled, it was like her whole being was smiling. I loved volunteering with her at different events at Sacred Heart. Such a kind and gentle woman. Hold your memories close.
Cindia (Curtiss) Ellis says
Quite the wonderful lady. Very sorry to hear of her passing. May your memories of her warm and bless your hearts now and in days ahead.
Mike & Judy Toennis Family says
Our thoughts and prayers are with your families.
Becky Tipton says
Wade Family
I’m so sorry for your loss! No matter how old we are losing a Parent is never easy!
Cherish your Memories!
Becky(Chouinard)Tipton