Irene Ada Kirkpatrick Martin, age 97 of Miles City, passed away on September 20, 2015 at the Holy Rosary Health Center in Miles City.
Irene was born on Mary 29, 1918 in Miles City, MT. She was the daughter of Ainsley and Bessie (Ferris) Kirkpatrick. Irene attended grade school and high school in Miles City. She married Edwin Martin on March 22, 1941. In 1953 they bought the Fair Price Grocery Store with Ed’s brother Rusty and Vera Martin. Later on Ed and Irene bought them out and continued to run the store until 1968. Irene and Ed moved to Roundup for three years until they bought an RV and traveled the United States. They were fortunate to visit all but two states. They settled in Hemet California for several years until Ed passed away in 1984. Irene moved back to Miles City in 1999 and resided at the Eagles Manor up until the time she passed away.
Irene enjoyed traveling which included a trip to the Holy Land with her church, Australia , New Zealand and even Hawaii. She loved to read, play bingo, bowling and was a very good store-keeper. Irene enjoyed taking her granddaughter and family on trips to Disney Land and Disney World as well. She was a member of the Degree of Honor, a Lady Trainman and an Eastern Star.
Irene is survived by her son James D. Martin of Miles City, MT; her daughter Kathleen G. (John) Beling of Missoula, MT; a sister Idah Johnson of Forsyth, MT; her granddaughter Laura (Brian) Elliott of Missoula, MT and two great grandchildren Trevor Elliott and Paige Elliott. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Irene was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and a brother Harry Kirkpatrick.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 22, 2015 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow in the Custer County Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday September 22, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Sreet
Miles City,
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Wednesday September 23, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT
Interment
Following Services
Wednesday September 23, 2015
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, MT
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday September 22, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Sreet
Miles City,
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Wednesday September 23, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT
Interment
Following Services
Wednesday September 23, 2015
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, MT
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Joan Leinwand says
sending my condolences.
Connie Brown says
Jim and Idah,
Sorry to hear of your families loss. May God bless you both with wonderful memories!
Guy Lund says
I am so sorry to hear of Irene’s passing. When I see that name it brings back a flood of memories. While growing up, I lived just 2 blocks from the Fair Price Grocery. I bought a lot of candy and pop from Irene. She was always there behind the counter and treated the neighborhood kids very well. I am surprised she didn’t get frustrated with the indecision over the penny candies. I cant say how many times over the years I have driven past the old store and missed the days of my childhood and all of this, largely due to Irene. Rest in Peace.
Karl & Linda Bogott says
Kathy, John and Family. So sorry for your family loss. Irene was a busy lady who led a full life. Thoughts and prayers sent your way.