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In Memory Of

Helen Mathiason, age 92, of Terry.

September 17, 1921 – June 10, 2014

  Helen Shear Mathiason, age 92, of Terry passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2014 in Terry.

     Helen was born on September 17, 1921 in rural Mildred, Montana, the only child of Albert Shear and Floy Hill Shear. The Hill and Shear families came to Mildred from Burr Oak, Michigan. She graduated from Mildred High School, where she met and married Adolph Mathiason. Adolph preceded her in death in 1989. She is survived by their 2 children Tonette (Vern) Stark of Ollie, MT; Alan (Sandy) Mathiason of Mildred, MT; four grandchildren: Judd (Tawny) Stark, Amanda (Jay) Berg, Dustin Mathiason, Kyle Mathiason; three great grandchildren: Kate Stark, Grady Berg and Ericka Berg; two nieces: Karen Stockett and Lynn Mathiason; and a great niece, Jessica Stockett. Helen’s first love was her family. She always prepared Thanksgiving Dinner for family and friends.

     Helen was an outstanding person. Her friendship was a blessing to all who knew her. She loved her many friends, gardening, canning tomatoes, flowers, her kitties and playing her piano. Helen loved to go fishing for catfish in Fallon Creek. She had many stories of fishing and camping at Intake when she was a child.

     She fed the birds and enjoyed watching them at her many feeders. She loved to cook and bake. She always had a special treat for friends who stopped to visit. Bread, buns, pies and cookies were always homemade at her house. Her specialties were Tea Rings and Julekake.

     She was a member of the Eastern Star and The Prairie County Museum. Local history was her passion. She knew every item in the museum and loved sharing her knowledge with others. Helen was very active in the Mildred Church and Ladies Aide. She looked forward to their annual fall bazaar. Helen served as the news correspondent of Mildred for the Terry Tribune for many years. In 1993 she made a trip to Pennsylvania. She had always wanted to see Gettysburg. She visited Gettysburg and many other historical sites including the Carnegie Museum. Helen was a very special lady; sadly missed by all who loved her. Prairie County has lost a treasure

     Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 15, 2014 from 1:00-6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Terry. Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 16, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Terry. Interment will follow in the family lot of the Mildred Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.

     Memorials may be made to the Prairie County Museum, Prairie County Nursing Home or to the charity of one’s choice.

 

Service Schedule

Visitation

1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Sunday June 15, 2014

Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home

Terry, Montana 59349

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Funeral Service

11:00 a.m.

Monday June 16, 2014

Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home

Terry, Montana 59349

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Interment

Monday June 16, 2014

Mildred Cemetery

Mildred, Montana

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Service Schedule

Visitation

1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Sunday June 15, 2014

Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home

Terry, Montana 59349

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Funeral Service

11:00 a.m.

Monday June 16, 2014

Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home

Terry, Montana 59349

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Interment

Monday June 16, 2014

Mildred Cemetery

Mildred, Montana

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  1. Carol Larsen says

    June 11, 2014 at 7:05 pm

    We miss Helen and ask God to take care of you. We know He is taking care of Her.
    She was a good friend and an Eastern Star member I will always remember. Carol

  2. John and Nikki Brown says

    June 11, 2014 at 7:56 pm

    Dear Toni, Buzz, and all your families,
    We are very sorry for your loss.
    Sincerely,
    John and Nikki

  3. Arlen And Alice Miller says

    June 12, 2014 at 1:11 pm

    Family Of Helen Mathiason,
    Sorry to hear of your loss,she is in a better place, God Bless

  4. Francis and JoAn Madler says

    June 12, 2014 at 6:45 pm

    We did not know your Mom Toni, But we have appreciated your friendship over the years, she had to be a nice person.

    Sincerely, Francis & JoAn

  5. DeLynn and Angie Meidinger says

    June 13, 2014 at 5:17 pm

    To All of Helen’s Family:
    We were saddened to hear of Helen’s passing. She is so much better off now. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Helen was such a wonderful lady.
    DeLynn and Angie Meidinger

  6. Denny and Randi Pehrson says

    June 13, 2014 at 7:28 pm

    With Helen’s passing, the “Treasure State” has lost a true treasure. Sincere sympathy to the entire family.
    Denny and Randi Pehrson

  7. Rodney and Marilyn Askin says

    June 13, 2014 at 7:47 pm

    Toni and Buzz and Families: Our Sympathy and Prayers are with you in the loss of your Mother. Thinking of you. Rodney and Marilyn Askin

  8. Tracey and Grant Peterson says

    June 13, 2014 at 7:50 pm

    We are so deeply sorry for your loss. We know how much Helen meant to each one of you. She will surely be missed in our community. Many prayers, Tracey & Grant Peterson and family

  9. Peggy Wilson Latrielle says

    June 14, 2014 at 12:05 pm

    With Helen’s passing, Prairie County has lost yet another fine member of the “greatest generation.” Toni, I will be thinking of you as you navigate life without your mother there, at least in body. I trust memories of your mom and life lessons you learned from her will help sustain you and your family.

  10. Tom & Bernice Buckingham says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:26 am

    Alan and Family,
    May the Lord comfort you during your loss. You are in our prayers.

  11. Doug and Randi Wenz says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:39 pm

    Toni and family, Sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom, it’s hard to lose our parents. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Doug and Randi Wenz

  12. J Johnson says

    June 18, 2014 at 3:13 pm

    My sincere condolences to the family of Helen Shear Mathiason – It was not the Creator’s purpose for mankind to suffer (Romans 5:12). May the Creator give you peace through his promise to comfort us (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4). Cherish all your happy memories and I hope that you are consoled by Bible promises of a hopeful future (John 17:3).

  13. Christine Keltner says

    June 22, 2014 at 9:57 am

    Thoughts and prayers to you all in your loss of Helen. I always had so much fun serving at Star with her and Annette!!

    Christine Keltner

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Service Schedule

Visitation

1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Sunday June 15, 2014

Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home

Terry, Montana 59349

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Funeral Service

11:00 a.m.

Monday June 16, 2014

Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home

Terry, Montana 59349

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Interment

Monday June 16, 2014

Mildred Cemetery

Mildred, Montana

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