Leone Lufborough passed away peacefully on December 20, 2019 at Holy Rosary Extended Care facility in Miles City, MT. She was born to Easton and Mary (Pribble) Rowton on the family ranch at Mosby, MT, on November 17, 1925. She was the oldest of four children. Sisters; Leta (Pollard), Esther (Kawulok) and Brother Everett.
Leone attended country school at Mosby, MT. for 8 years, 3 years at Winnett High School and transferred to Garfield County High School in Jordan, MT. and graduated in 1943. There she met Jack Lufborough and married him on April 9, 1944 prior to him serving in the Army during WWII. To them were born 3 sons, Donald, Lynne (Viny) and Jerry. Leone and Jack made their home in Jordan until they moved to Miles City, MT. in 1973.
Leone worked for several different office jobs until 1967, when she passed her state boards and become a Licensed Practical Nurse and spent 30 years working in healthcare. She worked at the Garfield County Hospital, the Holy Rosary Hospital, and the Veterans Affairs Hospital and for Home Health. She especially enjoyed elderly people. After she quit nursing she worked until she was 86 years old for Tab Fleming at the Bus Depot.
Leone has four grandsons, Damian, J.D., Mike and Beau, two granddaughters; Page (Edwards) and Teal, along with numerous great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Jack, both her parents and all three of her siblings, and her oldest son Donald. She is survived by her sons Lynne (Viny) and Jerry Lufborough.
Leone lived a very healthy and active life right up until the time of her death. She was a very avid sports fan including watching and traveling to all of her sons sports as well as watching sports on TV. She would watch basketball, baseball, golf and especially tennis.
Leone was very fond of her pets. Sometimes she had birds, fish, cats and dogs and often all of the above at the same time. She lived a very healthy and active life right up until the time of her death, maintaining her special wit and sarcasm. Leone was very fond of the VFW and of all the special friends that she hung out with.
Any donations or memorials are requested to be given to the VFW in Miles City.
Graveside services will be held on December 31, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery in Miles City. Condolences to the family may be sent by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
11:00 a.m.
Tuesday December 31, 2019
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
11:00 a.m.
Tuesday December 31, 2019
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, MT 59301
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Jo Anna Bair says
I will miss her and so sorry to her family . I was married to her grandson Jack (JD) and always referred to her as grandma and since both of mine had passed I was very happy to do so she will be missed dearly !
Jackie Stroh says
To the family of Leone so sorry to hear of her passing my goodness I really enjoyed her wit and sense of humor loved her to death taking care of her was a joy will really miss her at residential living condolences and love Jackie Stroh
Cathy Byron says
My condolences to the family. Whenever Leone and I crossed paths we had a wonderful visit. She was a fine, fine woman.
Kaitlyn perkins says
Leone was one of my favorite ladies ever, I enjoyed taking care of her especially because she always had the most amazing sense of humor! She will always be my favorite “crabby old lady” (she was never actually crabby but she loved this nickname she had given herself) I am sad to hear of her passing, she was someone I looked forward to seeing everyday and I will miss her! My condolences to the family and closer friends, Leone was an amazing gal.
Phil and Darlene says
Condolences and Prayers for the Leone ‘s family I will always working with at the HC in Jordan May you find comfort in your memories and Gods love.
Teena Bollinger says
To the Lufborough family.
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. Have many fond memories of your mother and always enjoyed a good visit with her.
Thinking of you all.
Glen and Teena Bollinger
Ray & Rebecca Gookin says
Lufborough families. We are so sorry for your loss. We know Leone is in a far greater place.
Lord bless you all and comfort you.
Champion says
Lynn. So sorry to read about your mother ~~I did have a Lott’s of laughs with her She was a great lady
Our condolences. And love to all your family
Bill. & Jan. Champion
Maureen Larson says
Dear Lufborough families,
So very sorry for the loss of your mother. Love and prayers to all of you during this difficult time.
Mary Anne Hathaway says
Dear Lufborough Family,
I am so sorry for your loss! I cannot believe Leone and my sister, Kay, were such good friends and passed away on the same day. I am sure they had a great visit on the way up! You are in my thoughts and prayers. Your Mom was so much fun….I can remember her in the salon every week……her and Kay had a great time together.
Linda Walker says
Feisty little lady. Rest in peace Leone.
Trudy & Lynn says
Leone, we’re sure Jack greeted you at the gates of heaven. Will miss our gossiping sessions at family gatherings and will especially miss your sense of humor…..You were one of a kind!
Dodie Paxson says
Lynne & Jerry,
It is with a very heavy heart I post this. Your mom holds a special place in my heart even though I know she is now with her “King of Hearts!” I will so miss her sense of wit and unconditional love of life! She was one of a kind for sure. Waltz on Jack and Leone!
Dodie
Jenille Brugger says
What a wonderful lady!! She was the happiest “crabby” person I know! Prayers to all of the family.
Carol Rath Raschkow says
To all of Leone’s family,, I so enjoyed working with “Loni” for several years at the old Jordan hospital.. she was full of compassion and empathy for all of the patients and had a great rapport with her coworkers .She was a lot of fun and one of my mom’s dearest friends,, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you
Jan Ronning says
Leone was one of a kind and I loved her sense of humor. She was a fire cracker and is lighting up heaven as we speak!
Leah Buffington says
So sorry for your loss of Leone, she was one of a kind. I worked with her at the Garfield Co. hospital many years ago and she was one of our charter members of our VFW Auxiliary so she had many years of donating her time to the VFW! Loved her laughter and wit!
Susan and George Hageman says
Leone was a great fried of George’s mom. She was like an extension of the family. I loved her sweet grin and the twinkle in her eyes. You have lots of great memories to dwell on. Our sincere condolences.
DJ and Gloria Rath Milroy says
To all of Leone’s family most heartfelt condolences. Grew up knowing Jack and Leone as they were friends of my parents, and they worked together for many years as charter members of the VFW along with many others. Such a dear lady who touched so many lives and she will truly be missed. Loved to see her and could always have a visit when we ran into each other…do some silly giggles too while we were at it. May you all hold your memories close.
Susan & Dennis Bakken says
Our deepest sympathies
Donovan Currey says
Lynne and Jerry,
Your mother was a very special lady and I will always remember the Christmas presents that her and your dad would give to us kids. To this day I remember a Christmas gift of a bicycle license plate with our names. I immediately had to put it on my bike. Your parent’s gift was always the “best”, and one of the first ones us kids wanted to open. I am sure Jack and her are now dancing away as they start their eternal lives together. I send you my thoughts and prayers.
Donovan
Linda Meidinger says
So sorry for your loss of Leone. She was a very nice and fun lady.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time. May she rest in peace.
Linda and Richard
Vicki McLean says
Leone will be missed! She was a firecracker for sure! We would watch Tennis matches when I was working at the Eagles,she usually picked the right match winner, in which I normally would lose. Am sorry to hear family for their loss, she is now with her heavenly family watching down on all of us! Her assignment was done here and she has gone home to receive her wings and wait for her next assignment! RIP Mrs. Leone, I will think of you next tennis match, wondering if you won this one to!
Mary Bloom says
So sorry for your loss. You have my deepest condolences.
Linda Niedge says
Our sympathy to Leone’s family and friends. Mike and I had the good fortune of hiring Leone many years ago. She was just great fun to work with and always made me laugh!! One thing that was always clear to me was her great love for her boys and her grand babies. Through Leone, we also gained a friend in Jack, who for many years would be a daily visitor during lambing season, and randomly throughout the warm months. We all loved the stories from his childhood! They were both good people, and will be missed, May they rest in peace.
glen beecher says
Lynne and Jerry sorry to hear about your mother
Ever Nelson says
So sorry I couldn’t be there for the graveside but I am in Billings for a Dr. Appt. I sure will (and have) missed our talks and laughs (she would hut my arm when she said something and I would always go home with a sore arm, but it was all fun) Sorry I didn’t get to visit with family and I miss seeing you. Don’t know if Teal made it home but if she did I sure would like to have see her, also Page and her family. They are getting so big. Just wanted everyone to know I am thinking of you.
Everal
Vhuckins says
I’m so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed visiting with her, and loved that she lived in my grandparents home. Ginger Huckins
Cathy Bealer says
Love you Aunt Leone. You were always so kind and witty. Enjoyed all our visits. Say hi to mom for me ❤️
Lori Ostendorf (Kawulok) says
Our sympathies in the passing of Aunt Leone. I have many fond memories of her and Uncle Jack growing up. I loved visiting them in Miles City (and their dachshunds) with my mom and dad when I was little. They were both always so witty and funny! After losing my mom, Darrell and I took dad to see her in June of 2017, and it was like seeing mom again. They shared the same mannerisms, laughter, and smile. Your families are in our thoughts and prayers. Lori & Darrell
Barbara Jo says
My favorite memories of growing up in Jordan are centered in the hospital and going to basketball games with Jack and Leone. Prayers to her family and special memories of an amazing woman who lived life to the fullest!
Leah Frederick says
Sending hugs to the Lufborough Family. In honor Flossie and Leone, it’s a privilege to carry on the family friendship with Page! Rest In Peace.
Patty Washington says
Sending love to the Lufborough family. I loved Leone and her sense of humor. She was a great lady!
Jo Meidinger says
My deepest sympathy