Dixie Lou Holenbeck of Colstrip, MT passed away June 22nd 2013. She was 69 years old.
Mom was born June, 17th in Cody, Wyoming to Clarence and Alice Nay and as the youngest of four and she understood that her brother and sisters were there to serve and entertain her.
She attended Powell High School but met the man of her dreams and traded her graduation gown in for a wedding gown and married James “Jim” Holenbeck on November 11th 1961.
As they moved from town to town following road construction jobs, her family grew and now it became her job to serve and entertain. Times were tough and sometimes we had nothing, but she made sure we didn’t go without. The four of us always felt spoiled and never knew how tough it was.
After they moved the family to Colstrip, MT. Dad settled into his steady work at the mine and Mom started working at Colstrip High School. She fit right in and loved working with all of the students and teachers. They soon became part of her family too, for her to serve and entertain.
Every weekend was usually spent chasing us around the state, sitting in the stands and cheering for us as we played in various sports. You couldn’t ask for a better cheerleader. When we graduated she soon became busy again chasing after her grand kids in all of their activities. Nothing made us more proud than seeing her up there in the stands smiling down at us with pride beaming from her eyes.
We will miss so much, Mom but knowing that you are up there smiling down at us will make it a little easier to get through each day.
Dixie is survived by her children Mike Holenbeck of Colstrip, MT, Kenny Holenbeck of Colstrip, MT, Jerry (Pam) Holenbeck of Idaho Falls, ID, Krista Hazel of Colstrip, MT, Grandchildren – Stephanie Owens, Steven Owens, Jamie Holenbeck, Aaron Gott, Tell Holenbeck, Tyler Holenbeck, Trent Holenbeck, Mason Hazel and Dillon Hazel, Sister Dorthy (Benny) Yates, In-laws Hal Holenbeck, Alta Mae (Jim) Meunier, nephews, nieces – Tessa, Matt, Stephanie, Brook, Debbie, Donna, Darlene and Dana.
Dixie is preceded in death by her parents: Clarence and Alice Nay, Husband James D. Holenbeck
Thank you to all of the Dr.’s and nurses that helped us at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Billings, MT. You really made a difficult situation a little easier.
Funeral Services will be Friday, June 28, 2013 6:00 PM in the Baptist Church of Colstrip. Burial will be a private family burial at a later time. Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth is assisting the family with these arrangements and condolences may be sent by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com
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Donna and Lawrence McCulloch says
We were saddened to hear of Dixie’s passing. I will remember working with Dixie at the high school, working with her at AAU wrestling meets and more recently seeing her pick up her grandsons from school. Dixie was a sweet lady and will be missed. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Katie Seminole says
I would like to send my condolences to the Dixie’s family, I enjoyed her growing up in Colstrip, she was always so happy and nice no matter where we saw her… She will be missed..
Buggs and Loni Hartman says
I love you Dixie more than any words can possibly say. You are were an inspiration to me with the biggest heart. You were one amazing women. You were an awesome wife and mother and grandmother. People should take a look at what you were and try to be half the person you were. You will be so greatly missed. I hope you are in peace now being with Jim (Your soul mate). I know you are not hurting or suffering anymore and that brings me peace for you. God Bless You and I love you.
Ranoda Rosado says
Dixie was a beautiful woman inside and out. She will be missed by many. My heart and prayers go out to her family. Please take comfort in knowing that she is Dancing with your Dad on the clouds! God Bless & Love Always
Mike Zook says
Jerry, my heart goes out to you and your siblings. Can’t imagine how much she will be missed, because she was a wonderful lady. Take care, and God bless.
Maggie and Jim Johnson says
Dixie’s passing saddens us. I remember so many things about her. We had the same month for our birthday and were the same age. I enjoyed chatting with her at school, AAU wrestling practices and meets, baseball, and just around Colstrip when we would meet. She has left a lasting imprint on us. We send our condolences to the family . You are in our thoughts and prayers !
Greg Reid says
Mike, Kenny, Jerry and Krista
Only good memories of the whole Holenbeck crew. Learned a lot from Dixie and Jim.
You guys are in my prayers.
Greg
Michelle Shinkle Perlick says
I am so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was simply a lovely lady. Dixie and your family are staples in my memories of growing up on Cottonwood. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Paula & Mike Childers says
May all your loving memories of you Mother ease the sorrow that you feel. We’ll miss seeing her and visiting with her here at the shop. You will all be in our thoughts & prayers.
April Shipman Gribble says
Mike, Kenny, Jerry n Krista i have no words that you have not heard already… may God wrap his arms around you all at this time. our thoughts and prayers are with you all…love you all! April, Howard Gribble and kids…
April Shipman Gribble says
by the way, this was one of the best memorials i have ever read…..you guys did a fantastic job on this…xoxo
Dutch simpson ,and the boys says
sending our thoughts and prayers to your family.,You are wonderful people.
Doug and Debbie Skiles says
We are sorry to hear the loss of your beautiful mother Dixie. She will be missed.
shannon johnson says
Krista and family. Your mom was always this nicest to me and I will remember her smile. She was so proud of you all. shannon johnson
Tressa Comer Seydel says
Holenbeck clan – I have and will always remember your sweet mom as such a great parent role model. I know she and your dad are watching you kids with tremendous love and pride right now. Thinking of you all.
Raye and Debbie Gruell says
We will miss you so much Aunt Dixie…being young and going on your dates with you to the drive in will always be remembered. I will always remember you with lots of love.. Thinking of the family at this time.
Natalie Patterson says
I know that no one can take away your sorrow, but I hope that the happy memories you have and the support from friends and relatives will give you strength for the days ahead. Your family will continue to be in my prayers during this very difficult time in your life.
Tiger & Annette Scalpcane says
Krista & family,’
Sorry to hear of your loss, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Your mother was a kind woman.
Lorin and Naomi Finnicum says
Mike, Kenny, Jerry, and Krista.. So sorry about your Mom.. She was a truly nice lady.and will always be remembered for that. You kids and grandkids will have many wonderful memories of her to cherish forever. Our sincere sympathy goes out to all of you.
Jane Smith says
Was so sorry to hear about Dixie’s passing. My thoughts and prayers to Mike and his siblings. May she RIP.
Dennis and Louise Davenport says
So very sorry to hear. Your mom was great!
Lisa Old Mouse says
Keeping your family in prayer during this difficult time.
J Johnson says
Dear Family and Friends of Dixie Lou Holenbeck- My sincere condolences to your family. It is obvious according to the information listed above about Mrs. Holenbeck that she was loved and her life touched many people. Her life was also valued by the Creator who had recorded in the Bible book of Hebrews that He does not forget all of the love and fine works shown by his servants (Heb 6:10). It was not God’s purpose that mankind suffer and die. At creation God was able to say that everything was “very good” (Gen 1:31) Death was introduced through Adam’s disobedience (Genesis 2:17). Jesus’ sacrifice of his human life on earth again gave us hope of everlasting life. Hopefully, faith in these Bible promises will ease the pain from this loss as you look forward to seeing Mrs. Holenbeck again under perfect Paradise conditions as originally purposed for mankind in the Garden of Eden. . Please continue to take in Bible knowledge which gives us comfort and hope (John 17:3).
Shawn Lorenzen says
I have the fondest of memories growing up with the Hollenbeck family. Dixie was my 2nd mom and was always there for my little brother and me. Such a kind, loving, generous soul. I will miss her and Jim always but take comfort knowing they are together again. Mike, Kenny, Jerry and Krista, I love you guys and often think of the great times we shared. Thank you. My prayers are with you.
Love, Shawn
Sandra L. Hatfield says
an entire town is missing you. I hope you are at total peace.
Love Sandi
Irene Nelson says
May the love of God, family and friends support you during this difficult time. Sorry for your loss.
Mike , Kristi & Girls, Speelman says
Krista, Mike, Jerry and Kenny. We are sadden by the passing of your Mother she was a wonderful kind woman, and will be missed greatly. We will keep you all in our Prayers.
Leslea DeVelbiss (ashland) says
I am so sorry to hear of Dixies passing. I wish Mike abd his siblings all the best and my prayers are with you.
Leslea DeVelbiss
jackson craig says
Extreme Condolence to You and your families with this very precious loss of a mother, grandmother and wonderful friend. Comfort, the peace with the happy moments and memories that will not ever be taken away from your memory and heart. Again sorry for your families’ loss in sympathy and prayers.