Our beautiful mother, Georgia May Mentikov went to be with the Lord on October 24, 2023, at the age of 92. She was born, in Miles City, on April 12, 1931 to Welby (Lee) Fletcher and Helen May Moran Fletcher. She joined her brother Joseph L. and later her younger sister Marcia Leann Rudolph was born.
She attended schools in Miles City, and graduated from Custer High School in 1949.
While she was in high school she went to a country dance at Riverview, where she met a handsome rancher, Sergey (Sid) Mentikov. For their first date he would take her out on a date for steak at the local Chinese restaurant. After Georgia finished high school, they married on September 1, 1949, and moved to the Mentikov family ranch in Powderville. This was the beginning of their 69 year marriage, and daily morning racetrack rummy games. Seven children were born of this union: Sandra, Jeanie, Susanne, Merry, Mike, Mark and Paul.
When it came time for secondary school, for their children, Georgia moved to town. There she began working at the rest home, later she was hired to run the state liquor store, which she eventually bought; becoming one of the first women in Montana to independently own a liquor store. She enjoyed the people she met and was always willing to help others. In 2008 she sold the store to her daughter Merry and son-in-law Armando DeAnda.
Georgia was a wonderful wife and mother. She had time for each of her children and looked forward to their visits and telephone calls. She gave her time, unselfishly to her family.
Sid and Georgia were fortunate to be able to travel to Italy, Germany, France, Belgium, Luxenberg, Thailand, Canada, Mexico, and many places in the United States. They both enjoyed Hawaii and visiting the many historic sights.
Georgia is survived by her children; Sandra (Wayne) Shelton, Jeanie Mentikov (Jim Guyer), Susanne Galbraith, Armando DeAnda, Mike Mentikov, Mark (Juliet Lucas), and Paul Mentikov.
Grandchildren, Nick (Jennifer) Shelton, Chris and Danielle Guyer, Lindsay and Derick Frost, Holly Mentikov, Kristine (Edwin) Orozco, Step-Granddaughter Nichole (Terry) DeAnda Van Cleave, and Toni Jo Mentikov, Matt Ortega, Lisa and Michael Mentikov. Great Grandchildren, Nick Wells, Hannah Shelton, Carter and Kendell Shelton, Vivienne and Hudson Van Cleave and Ezra Ortega.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lee and Helen, husband Sid, siblings Marcia and Joseph, daughter Merry, son in law, Joel Galbraith, grandson Nathan Shelton, in laws Vassily and Helen Mentikov, Sonja and Richard Heller, John and Mary Williams,. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a donation to the Custer County Food Bank or a charity of your choice.
Services will be held Friday, July 12, 2024 at 11:00 at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow in the family lot in the Custer County Cemetery, after which there will be a luncheon at the Parlor.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 AM
Friday July 12, 2024
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 AM
Friday July 12, 2024
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Leslie Manni g says
What a great lady RIP
Mike and Tammy Pecha says
So sorry she was such a sweet nice lady.You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Denise Harvey says
Susanne and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate your mom’s precious life. I am sure she was met in heaven by your sweet sister and other family members and friends. A joyous reunion!
Denise Harvey
Jim and Lavina Hall says
Sorry to hear of Georgia’s passing.
Josephine Meidinger says
So sorry for your loss. Hugs and Prayers
Ruben and June Opp says
Mentikov family, we are so very sorry to see where your wonderful Mother has gone to join the rest of the We know she will be greatly missed by you all. May God bless and comfort you all during these difficult days. Our thoughts and prayers are for you all as you gather so soon after your sister Mary’s passing.
Love Ruben and June Opp and family
Gerald & Janet Himelspach says
To all the Mentikov family, our deepest sympathy. Sid and Georgia were good Powderville friends and we remember them fondly. May God bless and comfort you.
Sandi Kohones and Jon Wilkerson says
We are so sorry for your loss! Georgia was such a wonderful person and I was happy to call her my friend! I will miss her comments and words of wisdom on Facebook and I know that everyone who knew her will miss her presence!
Jessie Leidholt says
To all of the Mentikove family, Jim and I want to extend our heartfelt sympathy and love. Georgia was a very special person and I will miss her cheerful voice. HUGS to all of you.
Deb Bartholomew and Family says
To all of the Mentikov Families
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss of Georgia. God has gained an amazing Lady and an Angel to watch over all of you. She always had a smile on face and words of wisdom. She will be truly missed by ALL who knew and loved her! Always remember “When A Loved One Becomes A Memory That Memory Becomes A Treasure”. She will always be a Treasure in your hearts and never forgotten. Treasure your memories as they will help get you thru difficult days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Michael Beyl says
I’m sorry to hear of your loss
Michelle says
Susan, I am so very very sorry for your loss. Your folks were such wonderful people. I enjoyed many glorious visits with your mom and dad and many laughs. Thank you for sharing them with us.
Christy Himelspach Olson says
To all the Mentikov family, my deepest sympathy. May happy memories of your Mom comfort you during this sad time. Georgia and Sid were very special to me and I have fond memories of them as a child growing up. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandy Russiff Rabe says
So sorry for your loss. I pray wonderful memories give you comfort and peace. God Bless you all.
Denny and Ardelle Jurica says
Denny and l were fortunate to have known Sid and Georgia. So sorry for your loss of Georgia. Now they are both gone but they left behind a great family. God Bless!
Karen Morris says
My deepest condolences. May you be comforted by your memories and know that others will remember, as well. God bless!
Marc and Denise Hartse says
We were extremely sorry to hear this news. Our deepest sympathies to the family.
Tayvee Steen says
No words can express the loss of a wonderful woman, lots of hugs and love to you Susan, I know how wonderful she was because she made you.
Robyn Barthelmess says
Georgia was such a sweet, darling person. There really never seems to be the words to express one’s sympathy. Wishing you peace through this time of loss and sorrow.
Tana (McMillan) Frost says
My sincere sympathy to the Mentikov family. I remember your mom having a good sense of humor, a strong work ethic, and determination; qualities passed on to all of you. May God comfort you in this deep loss.
Pete and June Minow says
Extending our sympathy to all of the Mentikov family. Georgia was a very nice lady. May happy memories help you in the days ahead. We have known Georgia and Sid from way back before they were married. Such great people.
Cheryl J. Clark says
I didn’t know her personally, but what a positive, encouraging, lovely woman. She always encouraged me in my businesses and I will truly miss her comments on Facebook and support. I now see why I love her children so much. What a great mom! 💕
Leo and Jo Jurica says
To the Mentikov family, we extend our sympathy upon hearing about the passing of your mother. Sid and Georgia were great Powderville neighbors.
Lori (Rooney) Donnelly says
My condolences to the Mentikov family. I first met Georgia when she was the school clerk for the Spring Creek School in 1992. She was a super nice lady. I am so sorry to hear of her passing.
Kathy Lorenzen says
I’m so very for your loss. Your mom was a great lady. We had alot of fun when I lived across the street. Praying for her family.
Doug Klein and family says
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Mentikov family. Georgia was a very nice lady and it was an honor knowing her.
Jim Brown says
I always remember her providing Joe and I with fresh sugar cookies and a mason jar full of the best lemonade I’ve ever had when we were kids trucking grain at harvest time.
Charlene says
To the Mention family,
I only knew Georgia thru Jeanie, but she was so accepting of me and a wonderful lady. She had a tremendous work ethic which she passed on to all her children, who all grew to be successful adults. She was a beacon in Miles City and everyone felt her loss when she passed. Her legacy lives on thru her children.