Grace Eileen Cady Watson McNabb was born May 13, 1938 up Slaughter House Creek north of Forsyth to Herb and Agnes Cady. She attended school in Ashland, Montana, at the St Labre Mission.
Grace married Max Watson October 5, 1957 in Forsyth, Montana. They had 6 children: Ginger, Max Jr, Terri, Tracey, Randy, and Robin. Max passed away in October, 1973. She then moved to Glasgow with Randy and Robin in 1980 and drove school bus for the Glasgow school district until a minor stroke in 1998 ended her driving career.
She met Pete McNabb in 1985 and they married the summer of 1986. Pete passed away December, 1996.
Grace loved to play pinochle and go to jam sessions. She delighted in sending birthday cards to her family and friends, especially the grandkids where she would send them $2 bills in their cards. That was a big deal to them.
In her retirement she moved to Forsyth and reunited with an old school friend, Gordon Quenzer, with whom she had a special friendship until her death, May 31, 2017.
She is survived by one sister, Barbara Durkey, from Florida; her 6 children: Ginger(Gary) Guderjahn, Kalispell, Montana, Max (Nancy) Watson Jr., Huntley, Montana, Terri(John) Coldwell, Jordan, Montana, Tracey Watson, Fairview, Montana, Randy(Susan)Watson, Hathaway, Montana, and Robin(Carla) Watson, Fairview, Montana; 17 grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Herb and Agnes Cady; husband, Max Watson Sr.; husband, Pete McNabb; and sister, Joyce Hansen.
Service Schedule
Visitation
12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Monday June 5, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Family to Receive Friends
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Tuesday June 6, 2017
Stevenson And Sons Funeral Home
Forsyth, MT 59327
Graveside Service
10:00 AM
Tuesday June 6, 2017
Forsyth Cemetery
2804 Old Hwy 10
Forsyth, MT 59327
Reception
10:30 AM
Tuesday June 6, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Service Schedule
Visitation
12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Monday June 5, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Family to Receive Friends
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Tuesday June 6, 2017
Stevenson And Sons Funeral Home
Forsyth, MT 59327
Graveside Service
10:00 AM
Tuesday June 6, 2017
Forsyth Cemetery
2804 Old Hwy 10
Forsyth, MT 59327
Reception
10:30 AM
Tuesday June 6, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
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Jeremiah Ashley Adelaide and James Jeffreys says
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this sad time. We enjoyed living next door for a few years. My kids always had to say hi to miss Grace when they saw her.
Kirsten and Jack Crocker says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have so many memories of Gracey growing up in Hysham. She was a wonderful person.
Ron & Tina Benzel says
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family!
Sherry Watson says
My Prayers are with you and your family.
Love & Prayers.
Moritz says
Grace was a joy to know. She will be missed
Penny Hart says
So sorry to Watson family, thoughts and prayers
Penny and Randy Hart
Kate Byykkonen says
Thought and prayers are with your family. Sorry for your loss.
Larry and Vicky Fink says
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Grace’s family. Grace (I always called her Gracie) was such a character and was so nice to us when we first moved to Hysham. She had a great sense of humor, and I will never forget when she grabbed Larry up and made him dance with her at one of the Jr.-Sr. Proms! She never let him forget that either. Our thoughts will be with Gracie’s family. Larry and Vicky Fink
Carol Bailey says
I was so shocked to see this. I had no idea Gracie was ailing. She never failed to send me a birthday card although I had no idea how she knew it was my birthday. My condolences to her family and to another old friend of mine, Gordon.
Karen & Tom Van Haele says
Max and Nancy and all the family: So sorry about the loss of your Mother, Grace. Grace was always very friendly and enjoyed visiting wherever we met. Especially Max and our son Mark were best of friends all thru school and marriages. Family and distance keeps them from the closeness that was there but the friendship is always present and especially when a hug or handshake can help. Our sympathies to all of you. The Van Haele’s
Bob Moerkerke says
Thoughts and prayers to the Watson kids and there families. Very sorry to hear about the passing of your Mother. Grace was always nice to our family growing up in our little town of Hysham. Deepest sympathies.
Bob & Joy Moerkerke
joan leinwand says
Sending my condolences to GRACE’s family and loved ones. Met Grace {volunteer} when I worked at nursing home and Grace wanted or continued to want to send birthday cards to our residents. My Mom received a birthday card in April 2017. By the way she found out my birthday and has been sending a card to me for years. I cannot even guess how many cards she sent each year. A lovely lady with a beautiful spirit.
charlie and Terri Brown says
We always enjoyed seeing Grace and Gordon – usually eating dinner at the Longhorn in Rosebud. She was a dear, sweet lady and will be missed.
Waneeta Farris says
We were saddened to hear of Gracie’s passing. We have known her for many many years, she was a kind friend.
When she and Max lived in the Howard Valley I delivered eggs to her weekly. My short visits with her were, at times, quite entertaining. Having 6 small children there was always something to laugh about. May your memories help to soothe the ache in your hearts. Waneeta Brockel Farris & Willa Brockel Arbogast
Janice Watson says
So sorry to hear about your loss! Our prayers are with you. Ken and Janice Watson
Brian Wallace says
Rob, Terry, Tracey and Randy sorry for your loss. My condolences toy all of you and your families.
Kenny & Naomi Rolandson says
Prayers for your family. Grace had a wonderful sense of humor. She always knew you when she saw you and loved to catch up on the whereabouts of my family. Cherish your memories.
Randy & Janet Stanhope says
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Grace. She was such a unique and wonderful person. She will be missed and it is a loss to us all. All our prayers are sent your way.
Maggie Nickisch Shannon says
Ginger, Max ,Terry ,Tracy ,Robin ,Randy .I am so sorry to hear of Auntie Grace’s passing. A lot of fond memories as a child growing up around Auntie Grace. Auntie Grace you will get to have the dance with Uncle Max you’ve been waiting for a long time. Rest in peace beautiful lady I love you I will surely miss you. Sending my love and prayers to you my cousins.Love Maggie Nickisch Shannon
Cindy Stanton says
My sincerest condolences for the loss of Grace. She was very sweet and kind to me. She will be missed.
Ralph martinez says
Feeling your pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ralph martinez says
Feeling your pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Travis and Kara Millhollin says
Ginger, Max, Terri, Tracey, Randy, and Robin – We’re so sorry to hear your Mom passed away. I’m very glad that I was able to catch up with her at Thanksgiving last year and enjoy a few laughs with her. She was such a great lady and I’ll always smile when I think about her. She raised six great cousins, and we will keep you guys in our thoughts and prayers. Take care, Travis and Kara
helen corbin says
I had the honor of knowing Grace and also received a card on my birthday. She was always cheerful and greeted everyone with a smile .Prayers sent to you all
Wendy Anderson says
So sorry for your loss Watson family.
Harriet (Sleaford) & Veryl Jansen says
Our prayers go out to the Watson Families for the loss of Grace.