Lillian Eileen (Schlepp) Brooks, age 75, of Miles City formerly of Cohagen/Jordan passed away on Monday, April 11, 2016 at Holy Rosary Extended Care in Miles City.
Lillian was born on the farm at Wason Flats, which later became a Cohagen Rural Route on February 25, 1941, the daughter of John K. and Mathilda (Naasz) Schlepp. She attended country grade school and was a high school graduate of Garfield County High in Jordan, Montana. On July 1, 1961, Lillian married Jack Brooks. They worked on the Brooks family ranch until 1977, moving to Jordan where she was a nine year employee at the Garfield County Bank. In 1989, they moved to Halliday, North Dakota where they owned and operated Brooks Restaurant until 1995, returning to Jordan then to Miles City in 1999, working for various businesses.
Lillian is survived by a son, Dale Brooks and his wife Mary of Hysham, MT; step-daughters: Alice and her husband Donald John Cameron of Ingomar, MT; Patricia and her husband Robert Corbin of Forsyth, MT; a step daughter-in-law Diane Brooks-Williams of Rural Miles City, MT; a sister Virginia Bell Ness of Pablo, MT; a brother John (Dee) Schlepp of Rural Miles City, MT; and her step grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jack in 1999; a step son Ed Brooks; and three sisters: Violet Helm, Lydia Bankey-Ristoff and Viola Schlepp.
Visitation will be held on Friday, April 15, 2016 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City with family receiving friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow at the Cohagen Cemetery. A potluck luncheon will follow the graveside service at the Cohagen Hall. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Cohagen Cemetery Board or the charity of one’s choice.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday April 15, 2016
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday April 16, 2016
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday April 15, 2016
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday April 16, 2016
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
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Alvin and Barb Hirsch says
So sorry to hear about Lillian she was a wonderful person and will be missed very much. Just know you will be in our prayers….
Alvin and Barb Hirsch says
So sorry to hear about Lillian she was a wonderful person and will be missed very much. Just know you will be in our prayers….
Tina webb says
So very sorry for your loss. She will be missed by everyone whose life she touched. Prayers to the family.
Mike and Debbie Stocker says
All of Lillian’s Family, We are sorry for your loss and sending prayers of strength and healing during this difficult time.
Karen and Lee Paulson says
Hugs and prayers to everyone! I have such fond memories of Lillian! She will be missed!
Bill and Madonna Ryan says
Sorry to hear about your loss, you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandi (Williams) Gavin says
So sorry to hear this. Prayers to the family
Barb Harbaugh Morgan says
My thoughts and prayers for the whole family. Lillian was a wonderful friend and extremely kind to my mother. Her kindness is reflected in her love for her family. What a beautiful lady!
Donna Schmidt says
To all of Lillian’s Family: I was so sorry to hear that Lillian passed away. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Ray and Sheri Clauson says
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Lillian was a very nice lady and a good friend. Our thought and prayers are with your family
Mary (Muff) Engdahl says
To all of Lillian’s Family – I am so sorry for your loss. Lillian was a wonderful loving person. I am so sad that I have not seen her in years to visit. We had so much fun on the ranch with her and Jack growing up. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Muff and family
Debbie Weyer says
My deepest condolences to the family of Lillian. I have very fond memories of her when we worked together at the Garfield County Bank. “DEATH, leaves a heartache no one can heal, LOVE leaves a memory no one can steal” author unknown.
Kam Ryan Murnion says
sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers.
Sandie Miller Green says
Prayers to you Dale and all. Our hearts and thoughts are of you all in this time of sadness .
Bob and Jane Engdahl says
So sorry to hear of Lillian’s passing. She was a wonderful friend, did lots of things together in a High School, and later too. She will be dearly missed by many.
May memories help you folks through these difficult times. Our prayers are with you all.
lyle martinsen says
Howdy Folks , I am real sorry to hear about Lillian’s passing. She always made a person feel welcome and had a wonderful smile .I wish I could make it down for the funeral ,I will be thinking of you all .I can still remember the time we chased the skunk into the shop and stunk up the house .Take good care .
Roxi Burrows says
So sorry to hear of your loss. Hugs and prayers for all of you.
Ervin and Janice Laib says
Lillians Family, Very sorry to hear of Lillians passing. We have fond memories of the time we have spent with her. My many prayers are for all of you may God bless all of you
Lige and Mary Ann Murray says
We have such fond memories of Lillian as she was among some of the first people we met when moving to this country as a young couple. She was so friendly and welcoming. Prayers to ll of the family.
Gloria and DJ Milroy says
Our most heartfelt sympathy with all of Lillian’s family. Holding you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Nick& Betty Clauson says
She was a great lady and friend, so sorry about your loss.
Phil and Darlene Shawver says
Condolences and Prayers for all of Lillians family May you find comfort in all of your memories. Hugs and Love to all of you.