Eva Marie Farrar, 77, of Broadus, an incredible mother, grandmother, great-grandma, sister, and friend passed away on the morning of Tuesday, August 27, 2019. She was always known as Marie. Although her passing was sudden, her beloved daughter and son-in-law were with her in her final moments. Marie was dearly loved by all those who knew her. Eva Marie Grant was born to Charley and Nellie (Taylor) Grant on September 24, 1941, in Broadus, Montana. Marie was the fifth of nine children. They didn’t have much, but she grew up in a loving family full of laughter. Marie was very close to her siblings and to her, family was everything.
On March 31, 1963, Marie married Leo Farrar. Marie and Leo, along with their daughter, Donna, lived all over Montana in Circle, Moore, Seeley Lake, Chester, and Broadus. They even briefly lived in San Jose, California, along with Greybull and Meeteetse, Wyoming.
Marie loved spending time with her family and dear friends. She was always there for graduations, weddings, birthday parties, etc. Throughout her life, she bowled on various teams made up of her sisters, nieces, and friends. She really enjoyed this time spent traveling and having fun with her league. One year, they even beat out 269 other teams throughout the state to win the championship. She loved growing flowers and gardening. She crocheted beautiful blankets. In the summer, she always had a jug of sun tea brewing away on a sunny rock. Marie was a woman of true Montana grit. She camped, fished, hunted, and never backed down from a task that needed to be done. The biggest deer she ever got had an antler spread of 33 and a half inches. During her life she worked as a waitress, wire-tender, grocery checker, and a sheriff’s dispatcher. For her last job, Marie spent many years working at the Corner Store. She loved chatting with those who came by, whether an old friend or a stranger passing through town. She was a bright spot of joy for anyone who had the pleasure of crossing her path. Marie really loved sitting at her kitchen table doing her crossword puzzle books and gazing out her window watching the birds, deer, squirrels, and whatever else wandered through her yard. Later in life, she also really enjoyed keeping up with friends and family on Facebook.
Marie is survived by her daughter: Donna (Tim) Gottsch of Bozeman; step-daughter Theresa Farrar of Great Falls; 6 grandchildren, Kristina (Jacob) Dolan, Misti Gottsch, Levi (Montana) Gottsch, Matthew (Erica) Farrar, Talana Melton, and Emily Carlson; and ten great-grandchildren; her brothers Cliff of Broadus and Bill (Glenda) of Ashland. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Leo; her brothers James, Willard, and Gene; and her sisters, Esther, Nellie, and Kay.
Marie will be missed greatly by all who knew her. Most of all, we will miss her unwavering patience, her beautiful smile, her selfless spirit, and her love.
Visitation will be held on Friday, September 6, 2019 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Broadus. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Faith Bible Church in Broadus. Inurnment will take place at a later date in the family plot at the Valley View Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday September 6, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Broadus, Montana 59317
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday September 7, 2019
Faith Bible Church
Broadus, Montana 59317
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Lisa Gaskill says
So very sorry to hear about Marie. She was a grand lady and I always enjoyed visiting with her.
Bub and Carlene Gaskill says
Condolences to all of Marie’s family.
Grant and Mary Olson and family says
So sorry to hear of Marie passing . She was a grand lady Prayers for the family .
Carol Schneidt says
Thoughts and prayers to all of Marie’s family!
Bill and Dina Gay says
Condolences to the family. Marie was always friendly and loved to visit. She will be missed.
Bert & Nancy Stoddard says
Marie will be missed. She always had an interesting story to tell. Prayers and sympathy to her family.
Les & Jane Thompson says
What a nice lady and neighbor! We will surely miss seeing Marie around and visiting with her. Rest in peace Marie and heartfelt sympathies to her family.
Thelma Taylor says
Francis and I send our condolence. Marie was such a nice lady and such a hard worker.
Cody Portwine-Kinzer says
Marie was such a lovely lady. I always enjoyed seeing her at the corner store. She was so good about asking how my family was. She will be missed.
Barbara Erling says
So sorry about Marie. We were good friends in high school and she and Leo stayed with us in San Jose so many years ago. She always was one that laughed so much. Wonderful sense of humor. I remember once in high school when she came to school smelling of smoke. She and her helped fight a grass fire up in Cranes Acre. She was so tired but she came to school anyway. I admired her so much for her bravery. I really don’t remember her ever missing much school. she was determined to graduate and she did. RIP Marie
Julie Emmons says
I will miss Marie. She was such a bright spot and always brought joy to me when I saw her. What a beautiful soul….
Floyd Huckins says
Marie was such a sweet lady. I always enjoyed our visits. She never talked about herself much; she was interested in the wellbeing and happiness of others. My thoughts are with all of you.
Bonnie Bogner Sprague says
So sorry for your loss to the Farrar & Grant family! Sending love to bring peace!
Shawn & Wendy Richards says
Thoughts and prayers to all of Marie’s family. She was a sweet lady and will be missed.
Yvonne Hanic says
We are so fortunate to know some people in our lifetime. Marie was one of those people. My thoughts and prayers to Donna and the family. So very sorry for your loss. R.I.P. sweet lady!
Joyce says
Everyone Else pretty much said it all. But I would call her sometimes and ask her bout old recipes of my moms or my grandmamas. Sometimes she would have the answer other wise we would just kinda laugh it off cause she didn’t know. But her answer was google it. So I agreed. She was an awesome aunt. She was auntie Ree to me. She will defiantly be missed. Love her. Feel sadness for my cousin Donna. Cause I no know she grew a lot closer to her mom over the years.
Marilyn Mader says
Donna, So sorry to hear of your loss. May the Lord grant you comfort as only he can, during the days and months ahead.
Karen and Dallas Gaskill says
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Donna, and all of Marie’s family.
Casey & Cindy Phalen says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I had the pleasure of taking care of Marie. It was always a pleasure to bring her oxygen. The best was getting to visit. The sign going into her house on the old cotton wood tree said it all. it sure made me laugh. God bless you
Tom & Ann Emmons says
Marie was a sweet woman and so full of joy. She will be missed. Our condolences to her family .
Rob & Kathy Strackbein says
Heaven has another angel. She will be greatly missed by those she left behind. Sympathies to all her family.
Dan & Sheri Gali says
So sorry to hear of Marie’s passing, she was a great lady! She always had a smile and a chat for you when you seen her. RIP Marie you will be missed. Hugs Donna and family.
Betty Vail says
I will miss visiting with Marie when I stop at the Corner Store. She always had a smile.
Bonnie says
What a blessing you were to all who knew you. I will miss your smile and friendship.
Ron & Velma Taylor says
I never saw Marie when she didn’t have that beautiful smile.She was always so pleasant to be around.Marie I’m sorry I did not come see you the last time I was in Broadus.Rest in peace sweet cousin.