Julia Pearce Steinert, age 88, of Broadus, passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at the Holy Rosary Health Center in Miles City.
Julia was born on April 3, 1929 in Broken Bow, Nebraska, the daughter of Henry and Anna (Steuter) Wehling. Shortly after Julia’s birth, the family moved to Parnell, Iowa and then to Colorado where the family leased farms. In 1949, Julia married Raymond Pearce and to this union, two sons were born, Dan and Don. In 1970, the family moved to Big Timber, Montana where they ranched. Raymond passed away in 1985 due to cancer. On November 13, 1993 Julia married Vernon Steinert in Big Timber. The family ranched in Big Timber until 1994 when they purchased the Gerald Ellis ranch near Broadus. Julia remained in Big Timber but due to health reasons she moved to Broadus in 2006 to be closer to her son Don. She purchased a home in Broadus where she spent several years before moving to the Powder River Manor on May 5, 2012.
Julia enjoyed gardening and loved her flowers. She loved bird watching, raising chickens and was an excellent cook. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and family.
Julia is survived by Two sons: Don (Penny) Pearce of Broadus, MT and Dan (Virginia) Pearce of Sheridan, WY; four grandchildren: Josh (Nicole) Pearce, Raymond (Sharlynn) Pearce, Heather (Jay) Brownfield, and Jonathan Pearce; two step grandchildren: Edward (Gloria) Bill and Jeffery (Erin) Bill; eight grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husbands.
Visitation will be held on Monday, July 17, 2017 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Broadus. Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at St. David’s Catholic Church in Broadus. Rite of Committal will be held on Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Mountain View Cemetery in Big Timber, MT. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire memorials can be made to an Alzheimer’s foundation of their choice.
Service Schedule
Visitation
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Monday July 17, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
Broadus, Montana 59301
Funeral Mass
2:00 p.m.
Tuesday July 18, 2017
St. David's Catholic Church
Broadus, Montana 59337
Interment
2:00 p.m.
Wednesday July 19, 2017
Mountain View Cemetery
Big Timber, Montana 59011
Service Schedule
Visitation
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Monday July 17, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
Broadus, Montana 59301
Funeral Mass
2:00 p.m.
Tuesday July 18, 2017
St. David's Catholic Church
Broadus, Montana 59337
Interment
2:00 p.m.
Wednesday July 19, 2017
Mountain View Cemetery
Big Timber, Montana 59011
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Brad and Carmen Knutson says
Don, Penny and Family,
May we extend our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. She was such a sweet and kind soul. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Grant and Mary Olson and family says
So sorry for your loss I enjoy her at the manor while I worked there . You and your family are in our Prayers and thoughts
Stephanie Cooper says
Don,Penny and family,
I am saddened for your loss and wish you peace and comfort as you lay your dear Mother to rest and in the days ahead. Thank you for allowing us the pleasure to care for Julia at Powder River Manor in her final years. She was a treasure and blessing in my, as well as many other staff’s, day when I worked there.
Bonnie Powell says
Don, Penny, Heather and family,
My deepest condolences on the loss of your Mom, grandmother. I so enjoyed visiting with Julia over the years. She and Lois spent a lot of time together, and Lois seemed to enjoy making sure Julia got where she needed to be. She very much enjoyed playing with my grandchildren when I brought them to the Manor. I always told her I loved her beautiful blue eyes and it would get me a big smile everytime. She will be missed and remembered for the lovely lady she was… It was a pleasure to know her… GOD Bless you all.
Pam & Dave Nisley says
Praying for all of you in this time of great loss~ May you feel the loving arms of Jesus holding each one of you now, and in the days ahead~ we care.