Debbies’ Funeral Service
Debra Kay Strand was born, May 30th 1953, in Culbertson, MT to Marvin “Buzz” Strand and Nancy (Lee) Strand. She lived in Plentywood, until 1962. Her Dad “Buzz” and Mom Gert Fink were married and the family moved to Glasgow.
As an adult Debbie was able to participate in Montana Development Disability Programs. Around 1975 she moved to Miles City, MT., to attend EMI. In 1980 she married Jesse Carpenter. They divorced. Later she met Ken Daly, the love of her life and they were married Oct. 10th, 2000.
She enjoyed rides, visiting, her cats and other people’s dogs. She did a great job singing Happy Birthday to anyone if she remembered their birthday. Sometimes very early in the morning, before some people even knew their birthday had started. Above all Debbie was very social and loved to visit with anyone willing to participate.
Deb embraced life, had a sense of humor and loved to visit about football. Her favorite teams were the Miles City Cowboys and Green Bay Packers. Or the team winning at a particular moment in a game. Debbie would tease Terrie when the Minesota Vikings were losing and Ken when 49ers were losing. She knew that when someone ran the ball across the goal line, everyone stands up and cheers.
Debbie is survived by her devoted husband, Ken. Also, three sisters. Brenda Kerstein, Terrie (Butch) Kallem. Michelle (Derl) Fellon. And brother Mike (Heidi)Hodges Debbie is survived by many nieces and nephews, and three Great, Great nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her mother, father, stepmother, mother-in-law, brother in-law and niece.
Debbie has been a familiar face around Miles City, where she will be laid to rest.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 PM
Thursday May 9, 2024
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Thursday May 9, 2024
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Reception
Following the Interment
Thursday May 9, 2024
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 PM
Thursday May 9, 2024
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Thursday May 9, 2024
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Reception
Following the Interment
Thursday May 9, 2024
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Curtis and June Fillafer says
Ken and all of Debbie’s family you are in my thoughts and prayers during the difficult times ahead. Debbie was an individual who always brought joy and happiness to all who were fortunate to be in her company. I can’t begin to tell you of the many decades of pleasant memories I had with Debbie and the Daly family. Debbie God Bless you in heaven. I’m so sorry to see all of you leave us. My thoughts and prayers to all of you as you go through this very difficult period of loss and mourning. May God, bring you comfort and fill you with peace.
Terri Fandrich says
Rest in peace, sweet Debbie. You were such a special and wonderful person.
Edith daly says
To my sister-in-law you will be missed
Holly Brockway says
So sorry to hear about Deb. My thoughts and prayers are with you Ken and all Debs family.
Judy Schock says
To Ken and the Daly family, we are sorry to hear of your loss.
Thinking of you all.
Beth Ann Wiedeman says
Brenda, so sorry for your loss. Deb has been good friend, always ready for a hug and asked about Jamie.
James Arneson says
Ken, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I enjoyed being neighbors with you guys for years. Always a smile and you both watching over my apartment when I was gone. May God bless you with the best of memories now and always.
Diane M Welbes says
So sorry to hear about Deb. SHe always took time to visit whenever I saw her. Thoughts and prayers.
Glennda Wolf says
Ken, we are so sorry to hear of Debbie’s loss. We are so happy to have know her. RIP, Debbie.
Bill and Glennda Wolf
Mary Haydal says
Deb always had a smile and hug. Each visit with her was a blessing to me. She will be missed…
Jeanie Thueringer says
My condolences to Ken & family ❗ I enjoyed her being her , will deeply miss her .. Thoughts and prayers
Carol Neutgens says
Kenny, we are so sorry for your loss. Debbie was always a delight and I know you will miss her. Take care and God bless you and yours.
Carol Neutgens and family.
Bobbi Askin says
Ken, so very sorry for your loss, I know you will miss her. I always loved running into you two and the visits we had. Fly high with the angels Deb and may God bless all of Deb’s family.
Dannette Cremer says
Ken, I am so very sorry for the loss of Deb. You two were quite a pair and I know you will miss her. Prayers for you Ken and may Deb rest in peace
Laura & Cliff Monasmith says
Such a bright and shining soul. Her hugs and gift of never failing to speak will be greatly missed.
Destiny Carlson says
Deb always had the best hugs!! Her smile could light up a room!! God Bless
Judy Wolfe says
Ken, I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many wonderful memories of Debbie. Heaven truly gained an Angel 😢.
Ellen Hart says
I am so very sorry for your loss Ken. What a shining star your wife was.
Carol Prahl says
Ken and family, I am so sorry to hear about Debbie’s passing. I will always remember her big smile and loving nature. She was a very special lady.
Kristi Plant says
So sorry to hear this! I will miss her smiling face and her big hug every time I was around her! She will be missed!
Ellen Swenson says
Kenny, I’m soooo sorry for your loss ! I’ve known both you and Deb for a long time and never did I greet her that she didn’t have a smile on her face ! She was Angel in disguise! God bless to you and her family! Your in my thoughts and prayers!
Audrey Haumschild says
Sending prayers , Ken so sorry for the loss of your sweet Deb.
Audrey Haumschild says
My children are morons. Their idiocy is off the charts.
Sarah Sanchez says
Debbie will be missed. love the smile giggles and hugs. many love and prayers to the family and Ken her husband..
Leroy Kirkegard says
My condolences to Ken and the entire Daly family. Love to you all.