Lavina May Finch Edgell returned to her heavenly home on August 26, 2015 in Forsyth, Montana at the age of 98.
Lavina is survived by her grandchildren, Keith (Jennifer) Edgell and their children, Zachary (Serena), Justin and Kyle Edgell, Kelly Jo Edgell, Kurt (Karen) and their children, Payton and Kaeden Edgell and Dyllan, Brandon, and Karsten Herman, Stacy Edgell and Shawn (Kelly) and their child Kole Edgell. Lavina cherished her loving relationship with her nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband Stanley and their children Tommy, his wife Peggy and Alan Edgell; also her brothers Walter and George Finch and her sister Hazel (Finch) Tait.
Lavina was born on October 9, 1916, in Forsyth, Montana to Harold and Edith Finch. She graduated from Colstrip High School in 1935. She married Stanley Carson Edgell, November 29, 1935 in Billings, Montana. Lavina, Stanley and their two children Tommy and Alan enjoyed living on the ranch north of Forsyth. Lavina and Stanley retired from ranching in 1973 and moved into town (Forsyth).
In 1923 she joined 4-H and went to the National Convention in Chicago in 1933, which was one of the highlights of her life. Lavina received a certificate in 1943 for American Red Cross Home Nursing. Lavina worked at the school in Forsyth in the lunch room for 15 years. In her later years, Lavina loved to crochet, garden and travel. She also enjoyed working with her sister Hazel at the Rosebud County Museum in Forsyth for 16 years, sharing her extensive knowledge of the local history.
The Edgell family would like to extend a sincere appreciation to Jim and Lavina Hall, for the love, care, compassion and support they have provided Grandma over the years. We also would like to thank the Rosebud County Healthcare Center staff for the exceptional care and love that they gave Lavina.
All are welcome to attend and celebrate Lavina’s life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Montana Hope Project (http://montanahope.org) or the charity of your choice.
A funeral is scheduled for Monday August 31, 2015 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Parish with Inurnment to follow at the Forsyth Cemetery. A reception will follow at the Church. Father A. Ananda Kumar will officiate the ceremony.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 AM
Monday August 31, 2015
Immaculate Conception Catholic Parish
509 North 12th Ave
Forsyth, MT 59327
Reception
12:30 PM
Monday August 31, 2015
Immaculate Conception Catholic Parish
509 N 12th Ave
Forsyth, MT 59327
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 AM
Monday August 31, 2015
Immaculate Conception Catholic Parish
509 North 12th Ave
Forsyth, MT 59327
Reception
12:30 PM
Monday August 31, 2015
Immaculate Conception Catholic Parish
509 N 12th Ave
Forsyth, MT 59327
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Breezy Leary says
LaVina is such a special lady… she was my 4-H sewing teacher. neighbor and friend. LaVina & Stan were both great friends of my parents, Kirby & Rose Leary. I enjoyed my visits with her every year back in Montana.. What a Lady she has always been…she will be greatly missed.
Debbie Anderson says
I am so sorry to hear of LaVina’s passing. She was such a sweet and special lady; kind to everyone. She will have many rewards in heaven. She will also be missed by many; as a very gentle woman; she has many friends. You are all in my thoughts & prayers and LaVina is in my thoughts today.
Joan leinwand says
Sending my condolences. Lavina was such a good person.
S. Lee says
I want to express my sincere sympathy for the loss of your loved one and share the hope promised in the Bible.
Isaiah 33:24 promises the time when an end to sickness will become a reality. God will put an end to pain, suffering and even DEATH. God promises at Isaiah 25:8 that death will be swallowed up forever.
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I want to express my sincere sympathy for the loss of your loved one and share the hope promised in the Bible.
“The righteous themselves will possess the earth, and they will reside forever upon it.” (Psalms 37:29)
Sharon Lincoln says
I remember Lavina well. She was such a kind and gentle lady. I know she will be missed by her remaining family and friends.
Elaine says
I was so sorry to hear about Ms. LaVina. I know she was a beautiful woman and will be dearly missed. To her family: May God wrap His loving arms around you. May you find comfort in the precious memories shared. And may these promises found in God’s Word bring you peace: “I am the resurrection and the life. He that exercises faith in me, even though he dies, will come to life.” and “He will swallow up death forever, and the Lord will wipe the tears from all faces.” (John 11:25; Isaiah 25:8; Matthew 6:9,10; 1 Corinthians 15:26; Revelation 21:3,4). My deepest condolences.
Gracie Ann Waples Hill says
This special lady gave much to her community….blessings to her family.
Peggy Redman and Earl Mortensen says
Please accept our heartfelt condolences in the loss of a truly wonderful lady. She was a very special lunchroom lady at the Elementary School where I worked. She always had a smile on her face and kind word for the kids as they went through the lunch line. The world has lost a wonderful person and a caring heart. Today we all share in your sorrow.
May warm memories help soften your sorrow, may faith help you face each tomorrow.
Tom and Lillian Ostendorf says
Sorry to hear of her passing. What a great lady.
Our sincere sympathy.
Rusty and Ruthie says
I love you sweet lady! I will miss you!
Sonja Crocker says
Truly a wonderful lady…Sincere sympathy to each of you. Remember her with a smile.
Kim and Vicki Mees says
Lavina was a beautiful and caring lady, who will be remembered and missed by many in the community. Memories are treasures we hold on to after the loss of family and friends. Our deepest sympathy.