Grace Eva Stoebe, age 94, resident of Tender Nest Assisted Living of Billings, formerly of Forsyth and Miles City, passed away on Monday, July 27th.
Grace was born on October 30, 1920 in Medora, North Dakota to John and Katherine (Wagendorf) Reilly. She graduated from Medora High School, attended college in Dickinson, and taught school in a country school near Belfield, North Dakota and in Fallon, Montana. Grace’s family, immediate and extended, meant the world to her. She was a much loved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt who will be missed greatly and remembered fondly.
Grace was preceded in death by husband, Bob, daughter, Sandy, son, Danny, granddaughter, Katy Coffee, sister, Maizie Lavelle of Seattle, brothers, Frank Reilly of Gladstone, Ed Reilly of Terry, Montana, Johnnie and Pat Reilly of Medora, North Dakota.
Grace is survived by her daughter, Bobbie (Hack) Coffee of Canadian, Texas and son, Robin (Leslie) Stoebe of Billings, Montana. Grandsons: Cameron (Cara) Coffee of Portland, Oregon; Jim Coffee of Austin, Texas; Granddaughters: Heather (Matt) Hoosier of Olathe, Kansas; Adrienne (Tom) Raczkowski of Billing, Montana; Megan (Patrick) LaPoint of Vancouver, Washington. Great grandsons: Quinn Coffee, Caleb Raczkowski, Micah Hoosier, Issac Hoosier; Great granddaughters Sasha Coffee, and Emily Raczkowski. Nephews: Jim (Norma) Reilly of Terry, Montana, Mike (Arlo) Reilly of Troy, Montana, Bill (Sue) Reilly of LaConner, Washington, Dave (Barb) Reilly of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Jim (Carol) Lavelle of Brier. Washington, Pat (Hallie) Lavelle of Medora, North Dakota, Bob Bergner of Buffalo, Wyoming, Bill (Michele) Bergner of Denver, Colorado, John (Marsha) Wieglanda of Gladstone, North Dakota Nieces: Pat (Jim) Pavlicek of Silverdale,Washington, and Cathy (Lloyd) Dalhberg of Minong, Wisconsin, Kathy (Bob) Day of Mineral Wells, Texas, Janet (Jim) Curry of Casper, Wyoming, and Mary Pat (Tom) Barlow of Boulder, Colorado and cousin, Sister Madonna Wagendorf of Bismarck, North Dakota.
Funeral will be held at 2 pm Monday, August 3, at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Miles City, Montana Rev. Steven Day officiating. Interment will be held in the Custer County Cemetery in Miles City. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Family requests memorials to Emmanuel Episcopal Church or charity of choice
Peggy Redman & Earl Mortensen says
To Grace’s family,
Earl joins me in sending heartfelt condolences to you in the loss of your beloved Grace.
We are thinking of, and praying for you, at this difficult time. The world has lost a wonderful person, and a caring heart. Today we all share your sadness. May warm memories help soften your sorrow and may faith help you face each tomorrow.
Marcille Butts says
Bobbie, I so enjoyed your mom while working at Aspen View. We are never ready to have them gone, but just remember the great years you were together. My sympathy to you and your family. Best Regards, Marcille Butts
Deb Moths Schmeling says
Dear Grace’s Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God wrap His loving arms around each one of you. She was such a great person. Remember all the memories from the past.
Love,
Deb
Shirley Rolf says
To Grace’s family,
I enjoyed her company many times while visiting with my mom and touring. She will be missed.
Mike Archdale says
Bobbi and family,
Your mom’s first name described her, she was a lady of Grace. Great number of memories of Grace. Peace be with you and Grace’s family.
Kolleen & Butch Forsyth says
Thinking of all of you as you gather today to say your good-byes. I always enjoyed your Mom and thought highly of her. She had such a gentle nature. Our families were friends for many decades. It’s hard to lose our parents. Such fun memories to cherish.
Sincere sympathies from Iowa.
Kolleen Waldo Forsyth & Butch
Carol Shook Clepper says
Bobbie – I remember when you used to come to our house and take piano lessons from my mother Laurel Shook. Much sympathy to you and your family on your mother’s passing.