Earline “Helene” Shandy Brown, age 87 of Forsyth, passed away on September 20, 2014 At the Rosebud Healthcare Nursing Home. She was born November 30, 1926 in Hot Springs County, Wyoming, the ninth child of ten, to Charles and Grace (Willis) Shandy.
Growing up on a ranch in Bridger and Joliet, Montana Helene loved riding her horse Whiteman and helping her dad on the ranch. She married Raymond S. Brown in 1944 and moved to his family’s homestead on Rosebud Creek. Later they moved to Slaughterhouse Creek in Forsyth where she was the happiest, tending her flocks of chickens, turkey, ducks and geese. There Helene enjoyed entertaining her family with her guitar and singing.
Later they moved to town and Ray and Helene started the 2nd Hand Store in Forsyth and operated it until Ray’s death in 1988. Helene enjoyed visiting and helping people she met while running their store. She enjoyed repairing furniture and appliances, upholstering furniture, making dolls and dolls clothes. Helene was very good at upholstering and upholstered many chairs, car seats or anything that looked like it needed it. She loved her dogs and cats and always had a special place in her heart for her cat Snoopy.
Helene was always there when her children needed someone to watch the grandchildren or needed some help. She kept her home open to her grown children many times while they searched for their own homes. She loved going to Joliet to visit her sisters and brothers and their families.
She was baptized in the Concordia Lutheran Church in Forsyth and was a lifetime member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW.
Helene is survived by her five children, Clarence (Patsy) of Miles City, Charles (Teri) Brown, June (Rod) Beatty, Darlene (Robert) Pestreich, Carol (Randy) Eaton of Cherokee, Iowa and daughter-in-law Connie Brown. She is also survived by her 10 grandchildren: David, Sheila, Toi, Tierney, Tara, Serena, Travis, Luca, Joshua and Jasmine and 13 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Ray; brothers Jimmy, Bud, Dude, Emery, Jack and Art; and sisters June Reigner, Bea Duncan and Nellie Witcher, daughter-in-law Mineva Brown, and son-in-law Byron Triplett.
No services are planned. Burial will be in Joliet, Montana in the Shandy family plot. Graveside services and prayers will be Thursday, September 25, 2014 at 1:00 p.m.
Special thanks to Dr. Anderson, the staff and residents at the Rosebud Community Nursing home and the Rosebud Community Hospital for the care they gave Helene. They truly were her extended family and gave her excellent care.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Rosebud Foundation, Box 500, Forsyth, Montana 59327 or the Forsyth VFW Auxiliary.
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth is assisting the family with these arrangements and condolences may be sent by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com
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Peggy Redman and Earl Mortensen says
To Helen’s Family,
We are sorry to learn of the passing of your beloved Mother. During this time of loss may God’s promise of eternal life bring you hope…may his ever present love bring you peace…and may the thoughts and prayers of others bring you comfort now and in the days ahead.
Lanell Kaup says
We were sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. May the many memories and the gentle hand of God give your comfort during this time.
Carroll and Lanell Kaup
Ron and carol Moore says
So sorry to learn of Helen’spassing. May the memories of her be your most cherished possession. Our thought and prayers are with you.
Cathy Byron says
It is never easy to say goodbye to a mother. Cherish the memories you created together. That’s where the healing lies.
Rachelle Walker says
Helen was one on my first residents I worked with as I started my adventure of a CNA and then worked with her in the Nursing Home was a RN. I always had a dear spot in my heart for her and loved that fact the even when she called me some very interesting names that she did it with love. I knew that I could always get a smile out of her when I told her how beautiful her blue eyes were. I will miss this dear lady. Love and prayers are with your family.
Debbie Anderson says
I am truly sorry for your loss. Helen was so much fun to be around in the Nursing Home; she will be missed by many. Keep your memories close. I will be praying for strength & comfort in this season of loss.
Barb Rolston says
Dear Browns, my heart goes out to you. Helen was always busy, always kind. Cherish the keepsakes, the wonderful traits she left in each of you, and the special memories of her. Your sorrow is shared by everyone she touched.
Kay and Rocky Berdahl says
Hey Charlie Brown and all of Helen’s family,
So sorry to hear of Helen’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
J Johnson says
My sincere condolences to the family of Earline “Helene” Shandy Brown – I am sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in many great memories. In the Bible we are promised a resurrection of dear family members and friends that we have lost (John 5:28, 29). I hope that you are comforted by the many wonderful Bible promises (John 17:3).