Donna Mae Bates Rex, age 86, of Miles City passed away on September 23, 2019 at Riverstone Hospice House in Billings.
Donna was born on March 13, 1933 in Bemidji, MN. to James and Edith Dowling Bates. Donna attended public schools in the Bemidji area. She returned in 1978 and got her GED and certificate in medical receptionist.
She married John Henry Rex, on July 4, 1953 and remained married until the time of her death.
In 1987 Donna and John packed up from Coon Rapids, MN and moved west to Helena, MT to open a Stageline Pizza franchise. They ran a successful business for 10 years, and then moved back to Miles City to be close to their daughter Tricia. Donna worked for Wal Mart for over 18 years as a cashier.
Donna enjoyed listening to hymns, crocheting, cooking for her family, and most of all spending time with her grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents James and Edith Bates, brothers; James and Ronald Bates, and granddaughter Melissa Rex. She is survived by her husband John H. Rex, sons; John (Debra), Larry (Nancy), Daniel (Teri), daughter; Patricia (John), 12 grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren, sister; Elaine Rex, and brother; Kenneth Bates.
The family suggests memorials may be made to the Riverstone Hospice House, for Alzheimers research 2230 Mission Way, Billings, MT. 59102
Family will receive friends on Thursday, October 3, 2019 from 4-6 p.m. at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, October 4, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home. Condolences to the family may be sent by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday October 3, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
2:00 p.m.
Friday October 4, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
Friday October 4, 2019
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday October 3, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
2:00 p.m.
Friday October 4, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
Friday October 4, 2019
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Laurie Lelm says
So sorry for your loss. I enjoyed getting to know your Mom!
Tena Olson says
Loved seeing her smile and enjoying her fresh coffee. She was a treasure!
Cortney says
I loved Donna. I’m so sorry to hear this, she will be missed.
Susan Hom says
I enjoyed working with Donna at Walmart, she was a nice women and it was great talking to her. So sorry to see she passed away. May God Bless her family and comfort you all.
Leona Dann says
So sorry to hear about Donna. Loved working with her at Wal-Mart. She was a wonderful person.
Carl & Nancy Breidenbach says
We are so sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. We both worked with her at Wal-Mart. She was a very lovely person. We will miss her…….
Arlene Corbin says
What a happy delightful lady
Cherie LeBlanc says
Donna was a fabulous women, she always said hi to me when I saw her. She will be missed.
Klista says
To all of the Rex family, I was so saddened to learn of Donna passing. She was such a neat person. I loved working with her at Walmart and then getting to know her a little bit more when Tifhany and John got married.
No words will fill the void of her absence. I am thinking of you all.
Joyce Larson says
Thinking of you all and hoping you have this time to share all your wonderful memories.
Joyce & Brian Larson
Susan Cranford says
John, Trisha and Rex Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. She was quite a lady, after all she raised you kiddos. My prayers are with you all.
Susan Cranford
Carrie Beach says
John, Trish and family,
It is beautiful to be a witness to the love your family shows for each other. I am so sorry you lost your sweet mom. I know the last few years have been difficult but the way you demonstrate your love for your mom and dad is an example for all of us. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.