Evelyn Joyce (Fadhl) Broadus lost her battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia on July 26, 2018. Our Mom was born December 29, 1943 to George and Vera (Wood) Fadhl at the home of her Aunt Barbara Schulenberg in Forsyth, Montana. In elementary school, knowing that her Aunt worked at a bar, Mom horrified her own mother by telling everyone that she was born in the back room of the Kokomo Club. Wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, cousin, friend – whatever our mother’s role, she was beloved by everyone.
Mom attended school in Colstrip, Montana, graduating in 1961. On June 1st, 1961 she married Hugh Broadus and they spent 57 years together on the family ranch on the Rosebud Creek, where they raised their children, Alice and Jarrod. Mom was at the ranch helping Dad and preparing excellent meals for anyone lucky enough to sit at her table, until 1987 when she began her career at Western Energy Co. in the accounting department. She retired in 2012 and spent much of her time after retirement creating beautiful quilts and table runners for family and friends.
Always a music fan, Mom was a member of the Colstrip Coalaires, a Sweet Adelaine group that performed at many community events. In later years she served on the board for SHAC (SchoolHouse History and Art Center) and was always so proud of the work SHAC did in the community from receptions for new exhibits to clases for both children and adults.
Mom is survived by her husband of 57 years, Hugh Broadus; her children: Alice (Tate) Nation and Jarrod (Jo Jay) Broadus; her grandchildren: Paden Nation (fiance Kristen), Jamie (Jesse) Behles, Ben (Caitie) Nation, great-grandson Rowen, Blayne (Rhyan) Broadus, and Taylor Broadus. She is also survived by her three sisters: Nancy Wernke, Georgia (David) Even, and Debra (Pete) Nolan; and two sisters-in-law: Betty (Dick) Imer, and Ellen (Fred) Caruso. She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family would like to thank Dr. Silva at the Billings Clinic, his staff, and her favorite intern, Dr. Patterson, for giving us an extra 7 months with our Mom. Also, many thanks to the staff at the Billings Clinic Infusion Center, the Neutropenic Wing at the hospital, and Riverstone Hospice House for the excellent care that Mom received during her illness. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials in Evelyn’s name be addressed to SHAC, P. O. Box 430, Colstrip, MT 59323, for a project to be named at a later date. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life is tentatively planned in September.
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Cheryl Klemp says
Sorry to here of the passing. Prayers go out to all of the family.
pat riedel says
Hugh, Jarred and family — so sorry for your loss. she was a great lady and will be missed by all. thinking of all of you.
Shelly Holum says
Sendig prayers to all of Evelyn’s family.
Shelly Holum
David and Mary Jensen says
Hugh, Jarrod, Alice, and families,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Hold close all the wonderful memories you have. There is another special angel looking over all of you.
Cathy Byron says
My heart and prayers are with all of you. So sorry.
Lloyd & Norma Gange says
So sorry for your loss. She was a special lady.
Andy and Steph Finstad says
She was so sweet. So sorry for your loss.
Annette Willis DeLattre says
Hugh, Alice, Jarrod, and families,
I am so sorry for your loss. Evelyn was one in a million, beautiful inside and out. I have many fond memories of working and playing with her, and it is hard to imagine the world without her. Please know that my thoughts, prayers, and live are with you.
Judy Ross says
Hugh and family I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Duane and Sue Allred says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Broadus family. May peace and comfort come to you all during this time of loss that has come too soon. Evelyn was a special lady and we always enjoyed her friendly greetings. We also enjoyed the pictures she shared of family and nature.
Sonja Crocker says
Wonderful memories for all of you…each of you will be in my thoughts.
Sonja Crocker
Randy and Georgia Feisthamel says
Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this hard time. We will miss that smile that would light up your heart.
Don Hofer says
You are all in my thoughts and prayers
Janet Whiteaker says
We are so saddened by your loss. Evelyn was such a sweet lady. The quilt club will miss her talents. Those quilts she left you all will be memories of her love and all the care she put into making each special one.
Donna McCulloch says
Hugh, Alice, Jarrod and families,
I am so sorry to hear the news about Evelyn’ passing. She was a kind, wonderful woman. I always enjoyed visiting with her. May you find comfort in the knowledge that she is no longer in pain and is healed and that you will see her again one day. Sending love and hugs to you all.
Bonny Fredericksen says
Hugh, Alice, Jarod and families,
Dick and I are so sorry for your loss of Evelyn. She was such a kind, caring and lovely lady. I enjoyed working with her at Western Energy, but more than that, I treasured her as a friend. Her friendly and sometimes mischievous smile will be missed by everyone who knew her. She was so proud of all of you and your families and shared lots of pictures and news of you with her Western family. Relive and enjoy all your memories of the wonderful woman she was.
MARILYYN BOESE says
HUGH AND FAMILY; THERE’S A HOLE IN THE HEART OF EVERYONE WHO KNEW EVELYN . HER PASSING IS HARD
TO WRAP ONES HEAD AROUND. BUT YOU CAN TAKE COMFORT IN BELIEVING SHE’S HAVING ONE LONG RIP ROARIN TIME WITH ALL THOSE WAITING THERE FROM THE COLSTRIP AREA TO TAKE HER UNDER THEIR WINGS UNTIL YOU JOIN HER. ALL IN GOD’S TIME. MEAN WHILE YOU’RE ALL SURROUNDED IN LOVE AND PRAYERS.
MARILYN BOESE
Jay and Deb Terrett says
Hugh and family….Jay and I send our deepest sympathy to you. Evelyn was a blessing to all who crossed her path. A warm smile, gentle eyes, and “presence” are the words that come to mind when I think of her. May you be blessed with comfort and peace during the days ahead!
Brian and Kristy Torgerson says
Hugh, Jarrod, Alice and families,
Kristy and I are so sorry for your loss! Evelyn was such a special friend to us and a great friend and co-worker with me at Western Energy. The kindness and love she gave to everyone was endless. She has a special place in heaven and we all know that. Our deepest sympathy to all of you guys! You are in our thought and prayers.
Susan Acton says
Hugh and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Evelyn’s passing. She was a truly beautiful person, always smiling and friendly. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Julie (Pitman) Matt says
Hugh and Family, Ron and I send our prayers for each of you. I graduated with Evelyn in 1961, and we kept in touch thru our many class reunions, the latest one was in 2014.Evelyn was always the sweetest person and so kind, and involved with so many projects. Someone mentioned that she was an “angel” on earth and is now an “angel” in heaven, and I totally agree with that. Rest in peace, my friend, until we meet again!!!
Joan Leinwand says
Sending my condolences.
andrita Harris says
Hugh, Jarrod, Alice and Family
So sorry for your loss. Sending my prayers and condolences to all of you.
My deepest sympathy.
Susan Braine says
Huey, Nancy (my classmate at Colstrip) and the family
Condolences and prayers go to the family and those close to Evelyn. She was a jewel of a person! Deepest sympathy to all.
Doug and Debbie Skiles says
Hugh, Jarrod, Alice and families, We are so sorry to hear about Evelyn’s passing. She was one in a million. Evelyn always had a beautiful smile on her face and was so generous and caring. We were thankful to have her as a friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Marge Noyd says
Hugh and family,
I was so saddened to hear about Evelyn. Many of my fondest memories in Colstrip involved Evelyn and your family. She was the salt of the earth…compassionate, convicted and truly transparent (you knew where you stood with her) and I was proud to call her my friend. Her passing took me to a sign in my yard that reads: “Those we love don’t go away…they walk beside us every day…unseen, unheard but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear.” May the love and kindness she shared find comfort for you at this difficult time.
Harriet Sleaford Jansen says
Many fond memories of Your Mom. Knew her in high school. May God help all of your family through this hard time. Harriet Morton Sleaford Jansen
Charles DeCock says
I was so very fortunate to get to know Evelyn and the Broadus family better while working at WECO. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. I’m sure she shall Rest In Peace and may God Bless you all!
Joe and Loy Martens says
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Evelyn was so kind hearted and fun. She will be missed, but she left behind great memories. Those will get you through this difficult time and make you smile in the days ahead.
Randy & Janet Randi and Rachel Stanhope says
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Evelyn was truly a one in a million. She will be missed greatly. Our prayers are sent your way during this very difficult time.
Jim and Ann Wells says
Hugh and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Evelyn was a beautiful woman, inside and out, and will be greatly missed by our community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michael , Speelman Family says
Hugh, and Family Prayers and Condolences
I know that Evelyn will help create some awesome sunsets for me to take and post on Facebook.
Mike and Lynn Pinch says
Jo Jan and Jarrod, we were so sorry to hear about your mom passing. We only met her once, but she seemed like an amazing woman. Rest easy in the fond memories that you have of her. Soon they will take the place of your sadness. You and your family are in our heart and in our prayers. Love, Mike and Lynn
Bill and Virginia Struthers says
Broadus Family, you’re strengths together will get you through this horrible time, Anyone who knew Evelyn is going to miss her !
Wendy, Heidi and Mark Beals, Debby and Keith Beartusk says
We are thinking of you at this difficult time. Evelyn was so kind to everyone, her smile and caring personality was very warming to the heart. Her pictures on facebook brought many good memories of the Rosebud Creek. She was an exceptional lady with so much compassion. She will be missed by many. Our condolences to each of you.
Russ and Brenda Dotson says
Broadus Family we are so very sorry for your loss. Evelyn was a beautiful woman and such a joy to be around. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Gary & Olivia Hickey says
We were so sorry to read of Evelyn’s passing in the paper. She was such a wonderful person. Hoping the family will look back and have fond memories to get them through this sad time.
Reenie says
To be a part of Evelyn’s life for fifty years is a blessings not many know and cherish. Evelyn and Hugh are God parents to two of my kids. Being with her during her last days will forever be a huge blessing for me. In those days of the mid-sixties, we shared home and hearth very often, having been friends from the get-go. Who would teach this city girl how to cook , bake, sew, glue, and especially be the most loving and heart-generous woman. Missing her will be a time of heart break. Who ever had contact with Evelyn will know the bittersweet essence of what it means to love. She is love personified. Rest peacefully, beloved Evelyn. Reenie
Kitty Pugh says
To The Broadus Family all,
Patty Dowlin -Kluver wrote this poem in memory of my mother, LaVerne Pugh, and gave this to us at her funeral. I think its fitting for Evelyn:
A BORROWED ANGEL
The Lord loaned us an Angel
Of course we didn’t know
That’s why we never understood
Her quiet inner glow.
Her voice, a breeze at twilight time
Her eyes, a tranquil pool
Her creed was stern unto herself,
It was the Golden Rule.
Somehow, she put our hearts at ease.
Gave courage laced with love…
We took her so for granted…
Our Angel from above.
The Lord loaned us an Angel
She’s gone back home again.
But oh, the treasured memory,
A borrowed Angel friend.
This poem is also in Patty’s book, mine’s signed, (lol), “Framed by the Big Sky.”
Thanks for all the warm memories Fadhl-Broadus Family.
Frances & Guy Morris says
Hugh, Jarrod, Alice,
So Sorry for your loss. What a Special light she shined on all who were around her.
May your memories comfort you. Love Frani & Moe Morris
Andy "Butch" and Charlys Schulenberg says
Our Beautiful, Smileing, careing Evelyn. She was Beautiful , from the day She was born until the day She left us. Both outward and in Her heart. What a fantastic Lady. My memories of Her, from the time we were little, until now, will bring warm feelings and big smiles. My little Cousin will never be forgotten . Hugh and Family; Our Heart and Prayers are with you. We are so lucky to have had Her in our lives. Evelyn ; may you Rest in Peace.
Karen Hamilton says
Our sympathy to all the Broadus family. Hugh and I (Karen Badgett) grew up together. Our parents were the best of friends. We always enjoyed Evelyn’s Christmas letter and hearing news of the Broadus family. It was a wonderful way to keep in touch even though we did not live close to each other.
Sincerely, Steve and Karen Hamilton
Roberta Roth says
Hugh and family so sorry to hear of Evelyn passing.
Jackson Craig says
Hugh, Jarrod, Alice and the families;
In Deepest Sympathy – May you find comfort in knowing that others are holding you close in their hearts during this difficult time with encouragement, excellent memories of Evelyn touch reaching out. and embracing life to the fullness. Prayers of comfort and Celebration of Evelyn’s Life.
Mary Ann Lammers says
Hughie, Jarrod, Alice, Nancy, Georgia, Debra, and families. I will be thinking about all of you on Saturday for Evelyn’s Memorial Service. To lose someone who was such an important part of your life is never easy. Loosing a parent, spouse, or sibling regardless of age or reason needs time to grieve, reminisce, and find solace in the fact she is no longer suffering and in a better place. Take care.
Mary Ann (Bailey) and Duane Lammers
Edmund Krasinski says
Fond memories of our time in Colstrip and all the bonds
We formed! God Bless you Evelyn and all your family.
RIP!!
Ed and Jan Krasinski.