Deidre Wille, 53, died on February 11, 2017 at her home in Jordan, Montana. She was born in Sumter, South Carolina on October 22, 1963. The daughter of Baan D. and Ronda Wille.
She attend schools in Highland, Illinois, graduating from high school before attending Alabama University at Montgomery, majoring in Museum Studies and Anthropology, continuing those courses of study at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. She worked there as a student, as the assistant to the curator at the Museum of Anthropology at Indiana University. She worked in Montgomery, Alabama at a large chain bookstore. She transferred to a similar bookstore in Savannah, Georgia, where she continued her work. She then decided to move to Bozeman, Montana, where she worked at Hastings Bookstore, in that city. She eventually moved to Jordan, Montana, to be nearer to her father, Baan D. There she helped the elderly with some housework and other tasks. Each summer, she enjoyed her rather large vegetable garden in her backyard, as well as helping others with her gardening expertise. When Deidre was small, she, her mother and her siblings, lived in a house on her grandmother’s (Clara Ann Wille) property, while her father received his training for Weyerhauser Wood Products Industries at Denver, Colorado.
She is also survived by her father, Baan D. Wille of Milton-Freewater, Oregon, her mother, Ronda Michael of Willow, Alaska, her sister Sonia Wille of Duvall, Washington, her brothers Devin Wille of Belgrade, Montana and Brian Wille of Wasilla, Alaska. She is also survived by her beloved fur babies, three legged mixed breed dog, Ella, and two cats, Yoshi and Scarlet, who are now making their home with friend, Tina Suriano of Fort Collins, Colorado
There will be an informal graveside service at the Pioneer Cemetery in Jordan on Friday, March 24, 2017, at 2 PM. The service will be followed by a gathering at the Summit Corral Cafe in Jordan to honor Deidre’s memory.
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Emma Higgins says
To all of Deidre’s friends & family ~ my heart thoughts and prayers are with you all. Deidre was a very unique lady. I enjoyed getting to know her better over the last couple of years. She loved her animals like we love our children. I always thought that was so sweet. I will miss her and her love for so many things. She loved her family, her friends, plants, all kinds of flowers, a good buy at a store, a good laugh and music were among a few of the things she enjoyed.
Brinda Pluhar says
I enjoyed getting to know Deidre while I was working at the Health Center, she always stopped by to visit and had a smile and a cheerful word to say to me. She was a special lady and will be missed.
Cathy Byron says
I only met Deidre once, but the writing she shared that day was wonderful. She had a powerful way with words. I’m saddened that we didn’t get more visits and time for chats.
Phil and Darlene Shawver says
Sending Condolences and Prayers to Deidre’s Family May you find Comfort in Gods Love. We always enjoyed the Visits we had with Deidre. She loved to visit about her pets and Gardening.
Floyd & Kay Beecher says
So sorry to hear of Deidre’s passing. We always enjoyed seeing her at our garage sales and visiting. She was always looking for a good deal and drove a hard bargain. Our condolences to all of her family.
Sonia says
Thank you to everyone who has written about Deidre. I remember her as a big sister. I remember learning to dance to the songs of the movie Grease, when she bought me a typewriter because I desperately needed one for college, and looking out for me in high school when I was getting picked on. I love her now and forever.
Ronda Michael says
I want to thank all who have written here and all of those who befriended her or was kind to her in any way. As her mother I appreciate any form of support that she received. She spent 30 years as a Type I diabetic and she fought the good fight, however, diabetes wins in the end. I am reconciled by the fact that she is now at peace and will never feel the sting of multiple insulin shots daily or finger sticks to measure the sugar level. There will be no more comas or seizures. She will meet the other side with relish and enthusiasm and I pray for the repose of her soul.
Bert Wille says
My sincere condolences to all who loved Deidre Wille.
Bert Wille, grandson of Bartus Antonie Wille, a brother of Baan Wille, the grandfather of Deidre, investigating the history of the Wille-family
Alphen aan den Rijn, The Netherlands
Ronda Michael says
February 11, 2018 will be the one year anniversary of Deidre’s death. You don’t know how deeply you can love until you are called upon to give someone up. She was my daughter and I love her to the depths so deep I cannot describe of course I miss her. It is painful to say but I know she is better-off where she now is,
Ronda Michael says
Deidre would have been 56 last Tuesday. I don’t know how to describe how much I love and miss her I don’t know if you ever stop missing a child. I thank everyone who has left a message, it helps to ease a broken heart. Time moves on but I am still without her. We spoke of things to come but not this. The grieving never ends.
Tina Suriano says
January 2020. I still think of Deidre every day. Her friendship was something that covered all of politics, health, spirituality, and society aspects. Her counsel was sought and respected.
Miss you Deidre!
Ronda Michael says
You would be 58 now. My heart is still heavy from losing you. I love you and miss you. There is nothing else to say, all that is left is the love for my eldest daughter. March 5, 2022.
David Cobb says
Did Diedre work for PCA back in the mid 80’s? PCA was a photography company that worked in Wal Mart, K-Mart, Dillards, etc.
Dave says
I’m sure she is the Diedre I’ve been looking for since 1985. I’m so heart broken to see this news, but blessed to have known her. We connected emotionally and spiritually. We all have that one we let get away, for whatever reason and she was mine. It is my biggest regret that I didn’t act. Blessings to her family.
Dave
weimerent@yahoo.com
David Cobb says
I’m so sorry to hear of her passing. I’ve thought about her constantly since working with her back in the 80’s. We spent many a night together but I was afraid to act/express my true feelings. She was definitely the ONE who got away. Blessings to you all. For more please reach out to me at weimerent@yahoo.com