Grace was the last of three children born to Annie and Charles Felton on February 11th 1925. Grace´s early years occurred during the depression but they were anything but depressing. Grace loved music and was an avid dancer in both tap and ballet and she never stopped dancing. She loved skiing and playing golf with her Aunt Mary. At the age of 23, Grace obtained her first pilot´s license; something that was very uncommon for a women in 1948. During World War II, Grace enlisted in the US Marine Corp and spent her service years in Arlington, Virginia. She worked as a stenographer and later with the civil service. After the war, she was employed with the civil service in Springfield, Ma. While attending a house party in 1954, Grace met the love of her life, Martin Lemelin. Dad would say "I saw this beautiful girl thru a picture window and knew I had to marry her." They were married on December 9, 1954 and so began a great adventure. Sandra was born in 1955 while Marty was stationed as a civilian with the Air Force in Germany. Martin Jr. was born in Heidelberg, Germany in 1957. After returning to the US, Peter was born in Caribou, Maine in 1960. The family moved to several different locations thru out New England. In 1965, the family moved to Miles City. Grace worked for Mountain Bell Telephone for several years and then as a secretary at the Veteran´s Hospital in the Social Services Department. She truly enjoyed helping the veterans. In their retirement years, Grace and Marty traveled extensively, often times with her brother, Lyman Felton. Paris was their special city.
Grace was an incredible mother and wife. She was devoted to her children and grandchildren. She loved us with all her heart and we will miss her terribly but we know that now she is now with her beloved Marty. Her positive attitude and smile will forever lift our spirits.
Grace was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Martin Lemelin, her son Martin Lemelin Jr., her brother Lyman Felton and her sister Bernice Gould.
She is survived by her children, Sandra Lemelin (Steven) and Peter Lemelin (Dawna). Her grandchildren, Nicole, Jordan, David, Sabrina, and Christopher. She is also survived by her dear friends, Jean and Earle Kiddie, the Charlee and Bus Morris family, Misty Carlson and her beloved cat Hamlet.
Viewing will take place on Friday, March 2nd, 2012 at Stevenson and Son´s Funeral Homes with family receiving friends from 4 to 6 pm. Funeral services will be held on Saturday March 3rd, 2012 at 10:00 am at Stevenson and Son´s Funeral Home. Following the funeral service, a luncheon will be held at the VFW Hall. Everyone is invited. Interment will be held on Monday, March 5, 2012 at 10:00 am the Eastern Montana State Veteran´s Cemetery in Miles City.
Service Schedule
Family Receive Friends
16:00 to 18:00
Friday March 2, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Service
10:00
Saturday March 3, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
10:00
Monday March 5, 2012
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
259 Cemetery Road
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Family Receive Friends
16:00 to 18:00
Friday March 2, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Service
10:00
Saturday March 3, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
10:00
Monday March 5, 2012
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
259 Cemetery Road
Miles City, MT 59301
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Stefani Hicswa says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Guy Lund says
I am so sorry for your loss. Grace was such a wonderful lady.
SHANNON HALSEY-HOLMEN says
So sorry to hear of sweet Grace. She was such a kind secretary at Sacred Heart in the 70’s, and she really enjoyed being around young kids. Glad you have such nice memories of her. PRAYERS, Shannon Halsey-Holmen
Sandy McFarland Hays says
I first met Grace when she was a secretary and I was teaching at Sacred Heart. What a wonderful person. Grace use to take the time to stop and visit and ask how you were doing. She will be missed.
Denise Oberlander Harvey says
I am so sorry for your loss. Grace was a legacy to her name. A pure example of a woman with grace and love for all. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Loveda & Chuck Sawyer says
Grace and Marti were wonderful neighbors. We always enjoyed conversations in the middle of the street, and valued their opinions and friendship. She will be greatly missed. ♫
Kevin and Donna Faber says
We are sorry for your loss. Grace was a great neighbor. We will miss her.
Fred Anderson says
Peter, Sandra and family,
We want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.
Grace was not only a good friend and mentor, but an example of grace, dignity and class that we all should aspire to emulate.
She and Marty will always hold a special place in our hearts as will Marty jr.
May you find peace and comfort in the positive memories.
Fred and Vicky Anderson
DON AND BABE PISK says
We will miss Grace very much. She was the most beautiful and thoughtful woman we knew. her smile was the best. Grace and Feb. 11th is the best memory any one could have to hold on to. We love you always Don and Babe
Julie Kaufman says
Marie Nelson says
I am so sorry to learn about your loss. May God give you all strength, peace, and comfort during this time of sorrow.
Nancy Wallick Boegeman says
Sandy, Peter and families,
So saddened to hear of the loss of your mother and friend. She was a great lady. Nancy
John Scheuering says
Grace was a lovely lady, and it was a pleasure to have known her.