Kathy Henry passed away unexpectedly of natural causes in Terry, MT. on December 11th, 2017.
Kathy Henry was born July 2, 1954 in Valley City, North Dakota to Harold and Hilda (Hamstad) Pedersen. In 1969 Kathy moved to Miles City and attended school in Miles City. Kathy met Art Henry in Miles City and they were married May 20, 1972. They lived in various places in Eastern Montana while Art worked for area ranches. In 1980 they settled in Terry Mt where they have remained and raised their three children, Todd, Buck and Thea.
Kathy was never one to sit still and was involved in many endeavors and occupations during her time in Terry. Kathy first opened her Beauty shop in 1980 and considered her customers over the years her dear friends. In addition to her Beauty shop which she continued to operate she served as the graveyard dispatcher in Prairie County from 1987 -1996. After that she served as part time caretaker at the County cemetery from 1996 – present.
Squeezed in-between all that Kathy loved being involved with her kids in 4 – H, raising sheep, having morning coffee with her friends, baking, playing cards, and was a hard one to beat shaking dice. Most importantly she liked to give her friends a little grief and if you got the “Look” from Kathy you knew you were a true friend. Even though Kathy was diagnosed with MS in 1990, her stubbornness to not let that bother her, didn’t slow her down.
In 1998 Kathy was elected Justice of the Peace in which she took great pride in serving her community by treating everyone honestly and fairly.
Kathy is survived by her husband of 45 years Art, her children Todd, Buck (Kristie), and Thea, grandchildren Talia and Travis, sisters Maureen Young, Karen South, Holly Terrell and brother Harold (Leann) Pedersen and many nieces and nephews. Kathy was preceded in death by her parents and brothers-in-law Doug Young and Bruce Terrell.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 17, 2017 from 1:00-6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Terry. Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 18, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Terry. Interment will follow in the Prairie County Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday December 17, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
300 Spring St
Terry, Montana 59349
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Monday December 18, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
300 Spring Street
Terry, Montana 59349
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday December 17, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
300 Spring St
Terry, Montana 59349
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Monday December 18, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
300 Spring Street
Terry, Montana 59349
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Piney & Josh Helmuth says
Art, Todd, Buck and Thea. I was so sorry to hear of the loss of this great lady. I enjoyed working with Kathy and will miss her! So many good memories… My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Guy Lund says
So sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. I had a lot of great conversations with her when I worked out of her office in the courthouse. She will be greatly missed.
Delphine Coon says
So sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Kathy (Hinnaland) West says
I’m so very sorry to hear about Kathy. She’s been a dear friend of the Hinnaland family for years and she will be missed by the whole community. She was such a caring person and had a wonderful sense of humor. I send my deepest sympathy to Art and their kids.
Vonnie Shannon says
Art & family. No words can express my sad feelings. I am in shock. RIP Kathy. With my sympathy, Vonnie
Christine Keltner says
One of the best——-she was a gem!! Loved to play cards, I remember stopping at sis-in-law Sandi’s and they would be deep into a card game—no bothering either until the game was over!!! Was always ready to help if she could——–we will really miss her.
Jackie Schumacher says
We are so very sorry for your loss, you are all in my heart and prayer. Rest in Peace my friend and fly high with the angels
Kevin and Toni Kalfell says
We were both shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of Kathy. Such a caring and hard working individual. I spent many years working with Kathy and so enjoyed her and her sense of humor. Kathy always gave Kevin a bad time whenever she and him ran into each other. You will be deeply missed. There will never be another Kathy. Rest easy, Judge Henry!
Lynn Anderson says
My heart is saddened by your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you be comforted by all the love and support surrounding you. Kathy will be missed by many.
Ruby bearley says
I am very sorry for the lost of Kathy she is going to be missed a lot and she was a great lady , my thoughts and prayers are with u all
Barb Hinnaland says
Art and family, I am so saddened to hear of Kathy’s passing. She was one in a million. She had a very generous heart and such a great sense of humor. She did so much for the people of Terry and we are grateful to have known her. She bantered with my dad like no one else. He so enjoyed trying to “one up” her -which didn’t happen often with Kathy. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult days. RIP Kathy!
Mark & Donna says
We are so sorry, our thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of sorrow. Kathy will be missed.
Don and Ruth Lekse says
Art and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. RIP Kathy!
Troy And JoDee Hess says
Thoughts and prayers to all of Kathy’s family! We will be praying for you at this difficult time!
Larry and Judy says
Art and Kids, We are so saddened by Kathy’s passing. She was a good friend and the best neighbor a person could ask for this summer while we lived across the fence. Her MS was a struggle, but she never used it as an excuse, and worked harder than most healthy people I know. She was generous and so good to so many people, especially the elderly. We appreciated how good she was to Lester and Dele. She will be missed in the community. I’m sorry we aren’t there for you guys. (I never got to tell her how yummy the cantaloupe syrup she sent with us was! We loved it.) Kathy most certainly is flying with the angels now.
Duane and Mary Fischer says
Our thought and prayers are with you Art and family.She was one of a kind. Thanks for all you did you will be missed much.
Kelly and Dulcy Hubbert says
So very sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. She was a wonderful woman. You are all in our prayers!
Eileen Davis says
Sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing, she will be missed. Thoughts & Prayers to Art & family
Greg and Cindy Ban says
Art, Buck, Todd and Thea…we are so sorry to hear about your mother’s passing. She was a great person and talented in so many ways. She worked like a man and would give you the shirt off her back. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. RIP Kathy.
Myna Kogele says
Art and family, So sorry for the loss of Kathy, she was a wonderful person with a kind heart . She just kept going and didn’t make excuses, she will be missed
Melody Dewald says
Art and Family
I am so sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. She was a hard working lady and a very big heart, she may have seemed gruff but what a big softie on the inside. Kathy always was such a big part of the community she will be greatly missed. Prayers and Hugs to Kathy’s family.
Melody
Scott and Aliceann Carlton says
Art, Thea and family…we are saddened to hear of Kathy’s passing. We always appreciated her insight and dry humor and were glad to help when we could. May rest and comfort come to you all in the difficult days ahead.
Dwight and Lynette Tague says
Art, Todd, Buck and Thea, We are so sorry for your loss. It is hard to comprehend how our community will fill all the voids she has left. Kathy had the kindest heart. She always thought of others first. We were blessed to have known her.
Barbara mooney says
So sad for your loss I will miss her face her smile and all the little talks we would have she always made me feel at home here rest now my friend
Arlen And Alice Miller says
Art, Buck, Todd, and Thea, So sorry of the loss , She was a great person , Always enjoyed her , we worked to gather out at the cemetery Had a lot of fun times with Art and Kathy. They were always there to help you . We will miss her, God be with you all
Iva Kirkpatrick says
Art and family, we are so sorry to hear this,, She will be missed by many here in Terry… She did so much for so many..She worked with Harold on many projects and know can ride his butt some more, boy will he be happy to see her… You are all in our thoughts and Prayers.
Ken and Vicki Hess says
Art and family, we’re so sorry to hear of your loss. She was one of a kind. Remember the good times.
Susan Cranford says
I am sorry to see of Kathy’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Jamie & Trent Hess says
Thoughts and prayers to all the family.
Kathleen Androlewicz says
I am deeply sorry for the loss of Judge Henry (as I knew her only through work). I was the one who installed and/or fixed her computers. I had the opportunity to visit her many times and found her to be a thoughtful and caring judge with a streak of wisdom that could rival King Solomon. She was such a delight to know and will be greatly missed across the state!
Penny (Love) Hendrickson says
So sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. I knew her from Judge school. She was one of a kind and loved by many. RIP Kathy
Tracey Walker says
So sorry to hear this news. Kathy and I rode to conferences a couple times together. I enjoyed her and her sense of humor so much. The world could use a whole lot more of her matter of fact-ness. Rest in Peace, Kathy.
Eddy & Maudie McGlothlin and family says
Art and family, We are so sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Tandi Jesperson says
I knew Kathy through judges conferences. She was so funny and to the point! I wish there were more like her in this world. Prayers to all of her family. You could not find a more genuine person.
James Liles says
Jim and Mary Ann Liles says
Our thoughts and prayers are with Kathy’s family and we will miss this one great lady. Not only will we miss her, the town of Terry will miss her and all the things she did to keep Terry moving forward. She was a great cook but more important, she could make the best bread I have ever eaten.
Jean Brown7 says
Art and Kids
We have lost our best wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Kathy was sweet, kind, caring, stubborn, gentle, hardworking, loving and never knew a stranger. Go with the angels, my friend.
Jill kinn says
Going to miss seeing you every day. You will be deeply missed. Rest in peace my friend
Ruth and Richard Peck says
I was heartbroken to hear about Kathy. She was a wonderful lady. She will be missed, the courthouse will not be the same without her. Art, Buck, Todd and Thea, Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim & Marj Anderson says
Henry family
So sorry for your loss. Kathy was one of a kind! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Burt, Monique, Kael, and Isis Keltner says
Thank you, Kathy, for all the time, friendship, skinnin’, and care you gave to me and all of my family. The world is worse off without your presence; but better off by far to have had it while it could. Godspeed.
Stormy Langston says
Kathy was the light of Judges school. We had some great times and great conversations. So saddened to hear of her passing. Condolences to the family. RIP my friend, until we meet again .
Lee and Kathy Baugatz says
Art ,Todd ,Thea and Tally, you are in our thoughts and prayers .Lee and I will always remember the great friend from Terry Mt. She was one of a kind !
Cole and Nikki Johnson says
Art and family, we are so sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. I am thankful for all the kindness she has shown me throughout the years.
Barb Smalis says
So sorry for all the Henry family. We have many great old time memories with Kathy and her involvement in 4-H. May she Rest In Peace.
Kerry Burman says
Kathy was a one of a kind individual! Always friendly, always full of humor and wit. She will be missed at our judge’s conferences and in everyday life. Thoughts are with her family and friends. Until we meet again….
Grant Snyder says
Art and Family,
I will miss Kathy as she truly was special. Though I mainly had interactions over the phone with her I will miss her so. The few times I met her in person she has left an impression on me that I shall not soon forget.
Rest in Peace Judge Henry.
Frank and Dona Kruse says
Art and family
So sorry to hear Kathy passing away,she will be missed . She was a hard working lady and if she was at the cemetery if you needed help she was always had a kind smile and help you. Let her R I P.and prayers to the family.
Janice Kaul says
Art & family, So, so sorry to hear of Kathys passing. She was a fantastic lady both inside & out. We drank a lot of coffee together years ago. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
jim burdette says
art, we are heartbroken over cathy’s passing.a great friend, a good neighbor and will be missed to all that knew her. if we can help you in any way, please call. cathy, i know you are in a better place and i’m sure the machines in Heaven are paying off as we speak to you in our prayers! jim and sharyn burdette
East Helena, Mt.
Don Neese says
Art and Family, I am so sorry for the loss of Kathy. I will miss our trips that Kathy and I did while going to school. She loved to talk and that made it all go fast. I always gave her a bad time about needing to stop and have a smoke break. She just said, deal with it, pull over, or I will tell stories about you at the next school we would be attending. Well I would pulled over she smoked and be darn she still told stories. What a lady, called it the way it was and you always knew where you stood with her. Her judicial eye was unique and will be missed. I will miss her, her jam and benefits of the garden. God bless. Always, Judge Neese.
Jackie Schara says
So sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing, she was a great to talk with at Judge conferences, rest in peace.
Randy & Aletta Shannon says
Art and family~
So sorry for your loss! May your fond memories help ease your sorrow and give you comfort in the days ahead. You’re all in our thoughts and prayers!
Carol Larsen says
I am so sorry, Art and family, Kathy was always so helpful in so many things in Terry. She will be greatly missed.
May you remember her silly jokes and many wonderful ways she helped others. Love Carol
Andrea Miller says
Sympathy goes out to the Art and family during this difficult time. Prayers and thoughts be with you at this time.
Kent and Christie Liles says
Art and family we are totally saddened by your loss. Kathy will be missed for all the things she done for Prairie County and all the people of the area. Her hard work at the cemetery will be greatly missed. Are prayers will be with you all.
Marty and Jeanette O'Dea says
Art , Buck,Todd,and Thea, Our deepest sympathy at your loss. Kathy was a great friend and gave me more support then anyone I have known. She told it like it was,we hit it off from the beginning and have been friends for many years. She was very caring,didn’t want you to think so but I know better. We kept in touch often, she was my lefse maker,my almond roca maker, for many years my hairdresser, she always made me laugh,even in the worst of times. I wish I had one more chance to tell her this in person..Love you Kathy. Rest in peace. Jeanette
Ross Irene Gumm says
So sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Sincerely Irene Gumm
Betsy Coon says
So glad that I had the opportunity to meet Kathy, my thoughts and prayers to Holly and family. Betsy
Sandra Keltner says
Kathy, my heart bleeds and my eyes tear. I will miss you so much. Art and the kids, she put you all in a good place, remember she will always be with you. We had the best of friendships.
Tim and Diane says
Kathy was truly one of a kind, in a good way! She will be missed and our condolences to her family.
Mary Johnson says
My deepest sympathy Art and family!!!! So many fond memories of our Kathy. She will be so missed by so many!!! My thoughts and prays are with you!!!!
Ken and Ida Lacquement says
Art and Family, was so sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. I will always think of her as I remember the times at the Sheriff Dispatch office and When she came to pick up Meals-on-Wheels. Enjoyed her sense of humor and will miss not seeing her about town. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you. This community will not be the same without her.
Mary goplen says
Mitch and Mary Goplen
Dear Art and family we send our condolences on Kathys passing. She was a big part of Bud and Bettes lives . a
A huge help to Bette when Bud passed and great friend to all. The world is a sadder place without her.
Delite & Darren says
So sorry to hear about Kathy our prayers are with you.
Shawn South says
Kathy was a wonderful Aunt. I’m really sorry for your loss Art, Todd, Buck and Thea. I often think back at this time of year to the amazing gift packages she would send to us. She made some wonderful blankets that us kids treasured for years. She was certainly a treasure and a character and a very favorite Aunt.
Bernie and Kay schaaf says
Prayers to the family.
Cheryl Stevenson says
Prayers to all of you. She was an amazing lady an will be greatly missed!
JoAnne says
Kathy was a good friend and I hope that her family is able to fill the room with laughter like she did. I’m so sorry, I just found this.