Jessie May Bills was born on April 1, 1916 in Hardin Montana to Wilbur and Esther (Bumgardner) Ledford. Jessie attended a country grade school at Burnt Creek, and then later graduated from Hardin High School.
After Jessie graduated from high school she married Boyd Orthman on September 12, 1933 in Hardin Montana. Boyd and Jessie welcomed two children in the world, a daughter Wilbona (Orthman) Hadden from Hysham, Montana and a son Clayton Orthman also of Hysham, Montana. Boyd and Jessie had a wonderful life. After 36 years of marriage Boyd passed away in 1969. Jessie then married Maynard Bill of Forsyth, Montana. They made a life together and he later passed away. Jessie loved to sew, take care of her family, and tell stories to her nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She also loved to bowl. She was on a winning team of bowlers in the 6th Annual Billings Jaycees TV Tournament.
Jessie is survived by her daughter Wilbona, son Clayton, her nine grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren.
Jessie is preceded in death by her husband Boyd, husband Maynard, one brother and one sister.
Visitation will take place on Monday, March 11, 2013 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth. Funeral Services will be at 11:00 AM on Monday, March 11, 2013 in the Chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth. Interment will follow in the Forsyth Cemetery.
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth is assisting the family with these arrangements and condolences may be sent by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com
Service Schedule
Visitation
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Monday March 11, 2013
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Monday March 11, 2013
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Luncheon
Following Graveside Services
Monday March 11, 2013
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Service Schedule
Visitation
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Monday March 11, 2013
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Monday March 11, 2013
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Luncheon
Following Graveside Services
Monday March 11, 2013
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
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Tena Olson says
Jessie was always a favorite. Loved her spirit, smile, and sense of humor – sure glad she passed them on to Clayton & Bonnie. April Fool’s Day was the perfect birthdate for her since you never knew what trick she had up her sleeve. Happy to have so many wonderful memories of her. Will miss her.
Kim R. Smarsh says
Janiece and family, my heart aches for you. I know you will all miss Jessie. Please accept my sincere condolences. I am praying for all of you!
Virgil & Waneeta Farris says
Bonnie, Clayton, Janiece & family, I was saddened to hear about Jessie. I can’t help but smile when I think of her, she was always so upbeat and cheery. I first met her at the bowling alley and she made me feel like a friend she had known forever. She lived a good long life and I am certain she is smiling down on us all. God Bless.
harold & belva arvik says
To all of Jessie’s family, Our sincere sympathy in your loss. Jessie was such a fun-loving, lively person. Always lots of laughs when she was around! You must have so many special memories. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Harold & Belva