Joan Mary (Schillinger) Goodale, 95, passed away peacefully in her home on March, 27, 2024.
Joan was born February 14, 1929 to Joseph and Cecelia (Lenz) Schillinger in Wolf Point. The youngest of the family, she was blessed to grow up with her brothers Leo and Allan on the family farm in Vida. Joan attended the Schillinger School until her high school years, when she then attended and graduated from Circle High School.
Mom attended Montana State College in Bozeman, where she studied to be a teacher for one year and a quarter (1946-47). Upon getting engaged to her husband of 54 years, she returned home to Circle, Montana.
Joan married Dale Goodale on January 30, 1949 at St Francis Xavier Church in Circle. To this union they were blessed with six children, Linda, Judith, Cecelia, John, David, and Robert.
As the family got older, Mom decided to work outside the home. While still looking out for her children, she spent many years working at the State Liquor Store (10 years), in 1979 she went to work for the County Attorney (Bob Hoover) (half days), and for the Clerk of Courts (initially half days). She retired in June 1989 as the deputy Clerk of Court. Over the years Mom was a member of the Kermit Njaa Auxiliary #4813, Board member of the McCone County Nursing Home, Board member on County Council on Aging, and Director of the McCone 100 Club. She loved her monthly bridge club meetings with her dear friends (63 years). Mom was a gracious lady who did many volunteer projects and was very involved in the St Francis Catholic Church activities until she moved to Mission Ridge in Billings, Montana in June 2015. She made many new friends at Mission Ridge and enjoyed visiting and playing pinochle with her fellow residents.
Mom’s legacy was her dedication to her Family. Mom was the number one fan of all her kids no matter what activity or sports they were involved in. Whenever possible she was there supporting them. She did tire of science projects! She took pride in her cooking and baking skills. Her homemade cinnamon rolls, apple pie and especially her Christmas homemade candy were always looked forward to by all of us lucky to get to get them. She cherished family events, from Christmas and Thanksgiving get togethers with her brother’s families where each family rotated hosting every year until their children grew older. There would still be occasional “Schillinger” family reunion at one of the family residences, the Circle Park or in Glendive. A get together with the family always meant good food and just a little bit of beer! She always cherished her role as a sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Every summer meant a visit from each of her children’s families and which meant more time to spend and teach her grandkids or great-grandkids. This continued to happen at her residence in Billings until her passing.
Mom was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Dale, her oldest daughter Linda Barlow, son-in-law Mark Tiensvold, her brother Leo, and sister-in-law’s Shirley (Allan) and Beverly (Leo) Schillinger, Lois (Gomer) Owens, and Mary (Ed) Heimburg; brother-in-law Daniel C. Goodale.
Survivors include her brother Allan Schillinger; daughters Judy and Cis; sons John (Elisabeth), David (Sherry), and Bob; son-in-law Joe Barlow; grandchildren John Barlow, Tyler (Megan), Kirk, Craig (Lindsey), Nicole, Jennifer (Andrew), Christopher (Makala), Daniel (Elaina), and her great-grandchildren; Julia Conneley, Markus and Myles Tiensvold, Josey and Natalee Tiensvold, Scarlett and Ivy Tiensvold, Annabelle, John and Beau Goodale.
A Memorial Mass will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday April 6, 2024 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic in Circle, Montana with Father Ponessa officiating. Inurnment will be immediately following the Mass at Riverside Cemetery in Circle, Montana.
Service Schedule
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Saturday April 6, 2024
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church
1100 C. Ave
Circle, Montana 59215
Rite of Committal
Immediately following the Mass of Christian Burial
Saturday April 6, 2024
Riverview Cemetery
Circle, Montana 59215
Service Schedule
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Saturday April 6, 2024
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church
1100 C. Ave
Circle, Montana 59215
Rite of Committal
Immediately following the Mass of Christian Burial
Saturday April 6, 2024
Riverview Cemetery
Circle, Montana 59215
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Nancy Moos says
I so enjoyed visiting and working with Joan in Circle. She was a beautiful lady, so kind and generous.
Nancy Scheer says
I am thinking of Joan’s family at this difficult time. I have many happy, fun memories of Joan. She was a delight, sweet lady!
Mary Jo Lawrence (Nerud) says
Goodale families: I was very sorry to see Joan’s passing this morning. Cherish the memories. Condolences to each of you.
Jan Ophus says
So sorry to learn of Joanie’’s passing.
Tracey and Joe Barlow says
It has been an honor having her in our lives. I truly appreciated her acceptance of me. Linda and her family were deeply blessed to call her mom. She and I had a ball traveling together. I will never forget how great she was to Joe, John, Landon and I always. We will deeply miss this wonderful woman. With love ❤️
Sharon Finneman says
My prayers to your family. Judy and I were classmates and my Aunt and Uncle Dick and Pat Rolandson were long time friends with Dale and Joan. It’s never easy to lose our parents. We always miss them. She was loved and that’s all we leave behind. Prayers Judy and know I am thinking of you and your family.
Nina Waller says
Howard and I are sending prayers to the family. Joan was such a great lady and always a delight.
Patricia Tillman Reynolds says
Sending condolences to the family, especially Bob Goodale. Sorry for the loss of your mother!
Sue Henderson says
I was fortunate to meet Joan through her daughter Judy. She was my house guest while her husband was hospitalized in Billings many years ago. Unfortunately I will be driving home from Arizona on April 6th.
Judy, my heart is with you.
Let’s try to get together when I return.
Sue Henderson
Will Selph says
As a more distant relative, my great-grandmother (Thelma O’Donnell) and grandmother (Patty Dietz) always spoke very highly of her and cherished the friendship. May God bless and keep you all during this time.
Donald W Lybrand says
My deep sympathy extended to Ms. Joan’s family and friends. She was a special lady and always willing to allow us to visit with her sons and spend time hunting and enjoying the rustic cabin on their ranch. She and Dale, along with Bob and Dave always treated us like family. I am truly grateful to the Goodales and proud to call them friends.
Denise (Strand) Stambaugh says
Sending hugs and prayers to all of Joan’s family.
Jeanne Shipstead says
Another member of heavens’ Bridge club .Mom will be happy to see her old friend.💖
Robin Wolff says
To Judy, Cis, John, Dave, and Bob, we were sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. Rodd’s Mom so enjoyed her bridge club meetings in Circle and her life long friendship with Joan. Sending our sympathy to you and your families. It is hard to lose a parent at any age.
Robin Wolff and Rodd Hamman
Della Van Horn says
I worked with Joan at the courthouse for several years…she was so sweet and had a great sense of humor. I have fond memories of her. She and Dale stopped by a few times and played cards on the way to their place on the divide!
Roxy (Kasten) Musser says
I am so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. I’m sending our prayers and condolences to the family.
Scot Brown says
Joan was always so nice to us extra kids at her house. I will be forever grateful for that! There are many fond memories and my condolences to all the family.
Larry Bruce says
Just an awesome lady whose warmth and grace simply enveloped you. She and Dale raised an amazing family. Joan enriched the lives of us who were honored to know her.
Patty Dietz says
We are very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Leanne Schillinger says
Condolences cousins. It’s hard to say farewell. Joan was a wonderful person. Her kindness immeasurable. Rest easy dear Joan.
Martina McMeel says
To My Dear Friend Cis and Family,
Your mom was a gem! Such a wonderful woman. I’ll never forget how she out ran both of us in the parking lot because we were late for the movie!!! God bless her she will be missed.
With deepest sympathy,
The McMeel Family
Mari Pederson says
l was privileged to know Joan while working with her for several years at the courthouse in Circle. She was a very special lady with an awesome sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Cindy Stanton (Mothershead) says
I’m sorry to read of Joan passing. What a nice lady. She will be missed by many. Joan was an example of a life well lived.
Jan (Heimburg) Breigenzer says
Aunt Joan had a full, rich life. Her accomplished and loving family is a testimony to such a beautiful lady. She is playing cards in heaven with all her fond friends and family.
Elaine says
Sending love, prayers and a very big hug to all of your hearts. May we take a lesson from Joan and live as graciously and lovingly as she did. Cherish all those great memories!
Kathy Pedersen says
Your mom was a very special lady. My folks were neighbors in Circle for many years so I got to visit with Joan frequently. She was so fun to be around, and I’ll always remember her beautiful smile. My deepest condolences to all of your family.
Karen and Dennis Wolff says
We are thinking of you and remembering Joan , her warm smile, the twinkle in her eyes, and the chuckle in her voice. She was always kind and cheerful. Cherish her memory and each other as her family.
Emmie Loberg says
My thought & prayers are with Joan’s whole family. I loved seeing her every week in the library hoping there would be a new Nicolas Sparks book. Lots of laughs sharing stories & just good visiting. She was a beautiful & fun lady. She will be missed. I will savor my memories of her.
Violet E Tharp says
My condolences to Joan’s family. As the Dist 5 VFWA President for umpteen years, I immediately recognized the name as an active member in the past. The Circle Auxiliary has and continues to do a wonderful job of honoring and serving our veterans. Thank you for a beautiful lady.
Kristin Heimburg says
Aunt Joan was a wonderful lady!