Lillian Corneliusen, age 89, of Terry, MT passed away at the Prairie Community Health Center in Terry, MT on February 28, 2019.
Lillian was born on March 18, 1929 in Dunseith, ND, the daughter of St. Pierre and Mary (Gladeau) DeCoteau and the youngest of sixteen children. Lillian grew up in Poplar, MT and at the age of one her mother passed away. She attended grade school in Poplar until the age of fifteen when her father passed away. It was after her father’s passing Lillian moved to Terry, MT to live with her sister where she helped babysitting children. On February 28, 1952 Lillian married the love of her life Selmer “Sweed” Cornielusen. To this union they had four children, Robin Lee, James David, Jerry Lynn and Nancy. Together they raised their children in Terry and were married for 49 years until Selmer passed away on May 4, 2001. Lillian remained in Terry where she enjoyed volunteering for the Senior Companion Program, something she did for 14 years.
Lillian was an avid supporter of the Terry High School sports and would often be seen at almost all of the athletic activities. A recent special time for Lillian was when the Terry boys basketball team stopped by the Prairie Community Health Center before going to a game and came into her room to see her. She was very flattered that all these boys would come to see her. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family especially her grandchildren.
Lillian is survived by her children; Robin Corneliusen, James David “Big Jim” Corneliusen, Jerry “J.C.”. Corneliusen, Nancy (Gene) Hafla, Dennis Corneliusen and Marilyn Corneliusen; six grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren and a very special cat “Cuddles”. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Selmer “Sweed”, infant baby boy, Royal and 15 brothers and sisters.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 6, 2019 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Son’s Funeral Home in Terry, MT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, March 7, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Terry, MT. Rite of Committal will be held at the Dawson Memorial Gardens in Glendive, MT. Should friend’s desire condolences can be made to the family by visiting stevensonandsons.com. Memorials can be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday March 6, 2019
Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home
300 Spring Street
Terry, MT 59349
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Thursday March 7, 2019
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
302 S. McDonald Ave.
Terry, MT 59349
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday March 6, 2019
Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home
300 Spring Street
Terry, MT 59349
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Thursday March 7, 2019
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
302 S. McDonald Ave.
Terry, MT 59349
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Greg and Cindy Ban and Doris Frost says
We wish our sincere sympathy to the family of Lilly. She was a wonderful, kind woman. She took great care of our grandma, Mary Frost when she lived in Terry. May she rest in peace.
The Grey Bear Family says
THE GREY BEAR FROM POPLAR
Lillian was my Grandma Lottie Old Rock relative on the DeCoteau side, She came to my grandma funeral back in February 1991, I remember her, my Aunties and Uncles all were visiting her at the time she was very nice lady to have meet at that time. Rest in Peace our relative, until we meet again Toka Sa aka .
Iva Kirkpatrick says
Lilly will be missed by many here in Terry.. I got to visit with her a lot when she came to D and D to visit the ladies there..Lilly was just Lilly.. a friend to all. Prayers to the family..
Michele Sanders says
Lilly was always greeting me with a smile and a hug. She was always so happy and made a point of saying hello. I’m going to miss seeing her. Prayers to her family and friends that are going to miss her. Rest in Peace Lilly.
Shelley Schultz Steyh says
Rest in Peace Grandma Lily. My sincere condolences to the family. I will always remember her and my Aunt Delores at the Senior Center and being such good friends.
Kelly Corneliusen says
Lilly was a favorite aunt. Always had a place to stay when I visited Terry. I will miss her so much.
Arlen and Alice Miller says
To family of Lillian Corneliusen Robin , Jim, Jerry, Nacey
We will all miss her smiley face . She always know you and had a nice visit with you
Arlene Morast says
My sincere sympathy to the family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Arlene Morast
rita plann says
I am so glad I was able to know Lilly. I will truly miss her and her beautiful smile.
Cheryl Smutt says
To Nancy and family
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Darlene L Strobel says
Friends, I am sorry to hear of your great loss; happy that you had her so many years, and happy that I knew her and most of her children. May God give you strength , courage and understanding in the difficult days ahead.
My deepest sympathies,
Darlene
Lisa Swenson Lowery says
Grandma Lilly was so full of love and light, I was so blessed to have her in my life since I was a tiny baby who she cared for and never stopped caring for. She was such a caring person, always giving and helping. She has been a huge positive influence in my life, one I will forever be grateful for. May she rest in peace and may God grant us all comfort & peace during this difficult time.
Jackie Stroh says
To the family of Lillian corneliussen. Such a lovely lady a joy to take care of at the Prairie County nursing home I enjoyed it immensely when I had time to sit and visit with her and take care of her. She will be very much missed!
My Sincere condolences
Jackie