Lillian Louise (Duncan) Wohlgenant passed away peacefully at Friendship Villa on March 6, 2015. Lillian, 87, was surrounded by family at the time of her death. Lillian was born in Wichita Falls, Texas on March 16, 1927 to Edward and Lillian (Mousley) Duncan. She was the only daughter in her family and had two older and one younger brother.
Lillian met her future husband, Joseph Wohlgenant (who was in the Army Air Corps), at a USO dance when she was still in high school. She wrote: “After he got over the shock of [me] being only 16, he asked me to be engaged to him while he was overseas. My parents consented [for us to be married] til [sic] I graduated from high school.” Joseph and Lillian Wohlgenant were married on August 4, 1944 and moved to Montana—10 miles northeast of Miles City—where they ranched until Joe’s retirement in 1969, when they moved to Miles City. Lillian worked in the Custer County Court House Clerk and Recorder’s Office. She was later appointed as Election Administrator and remained in that job until her retirement in 1989. Lillian later was involved in volunteer work at Holy Rosary Healthcare and with various charities in the community. She also was a lifetime donor of blood to the American Red Cross.
Lillian was well known in the Miles City community. She was a member of a number of service clubs, including the BPOE of Women’s Auxiliary and The Caledonian Society of Miles City. She was immensely proud of her Scottish ancestry and her Texas heritage. If you drove by her house, you would see a bronze Texas star prominently displayed near her front door.
Lillian was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Wohlgenant, whom she had been married to for 57 years. She was also preceded in death by all three of her brothers, Eddie, Jerry, and Marvin. Lillian is survived by her three children and spouses: Duncan and Deborah Wohlgenant of Miles City, Montana; Michael and Peggy Wohlgenant of Holly Springs, North Carolina; and LeeAnn and Charlie Carranco of Billings, Montana. Lillian has seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a local animal rescue, or a charity of one’s choice.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday March 11, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Thursday March 12, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT
Interment
Following Services
Thursday March 12, 2015
Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, MT
Service Schedule
Visitation
2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday March 11, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Thursday March 12, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT
Interment
Following Services
Thursday March 12, 2015
Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, MT
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Mike and Myrna Higgins says
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Have lots of memories of your Mom as a young woman raising her family at Kinsey and taking part in the ladies “Sunshine Club”. Bless you all Mike and Myrna (Mulkey) Higgins
Tim and Carol Stoltz says
Please accept our sympathy on the loss of your mother. Tim always enjoyed seeing her when she visited the shop.
Pam (Moths) Nisley & Dave Nisley says
We were blessed to live next to Sarah Wohlgenant, and thus got acquainted with much of your lovely family! Our prayers go out to all of you in the loss of your dear mother, grandmother, aunt and friend~ The Nisley’s
Ruben and June Opp says
To all of Lillians family , Was so sorry to hear of your Moms passing . she ,our friend Dorothy and I had many cups of coffee together . May God bless and comfort
you all you I know she will be greatly missed.
June and Ruben Opp
Ruben and June Opp says
To all of Lillians family , Was so sorry to hear of your Moms passing . I cherish the times she ,our friend Dorothy and I had many cups of coffee together . May God bless and comfort
you all. I know she will be greatly missed.
June and Ruben Opp
Karen Krausz says
My deepest sympathy to Lillian’s family. I enjoyed knowing Lillian through the Drove of Does. She was a sweet, lovely lady. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Krausz
Dale & Cindy Berg says
Another wonderful lady has left our community. She was such a dear. Prayers go out to your family. Remember and celebrate all your wonderful memories!
Alvin &Barb Hirsch says
So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed. I knew her from the Does at the Elks..
Bob & Rita (Mulkey) George says
So sorry for your loss, she was a great lady. always enjoyed a visit with her. Rita
Beth Ann says
Thank you for letting me part of your mom’s life these past few years. She always expressed her love for her family. She was such a lovely woman, and I did Love her.
Kim R. Smarsh says
Lillian was always such a beautiful presence at your American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life. My deepest sympathy to her family.
Jeannette Larsen says
I’m so sorry for Lillians’ passing. She was one of the most special ladies that I had the pleasure of meeting when I drove the van for Holy Rosary. I feel your sorrow, God Bless You…………..
Vickie Schulz says
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Miss Lillian was very special to alot of people in Miles City and will be greatly missed by all.
Marie Farnum Kluver says
My thoughts and prayers are with you. it was always a pleasure to talk with your Mom. The Farnum and Wohlgenant Families enjoyed many wonderful times together. God Bless You.
Deb & Bob Hagemeister says
We are sorry to hear of Lillian’s passing — we had such great visits — she and my mother, Roxye Hanley, were very best friends for many years. She was always so gracious! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you at this time!
Aaron Mollie Robert and Michael Phipps says
I can’t say there was ever a time when I had an opportunity to visit with Lillian that she didn’t make me smile. She was such an energetic lady and a joy to be around. I enjoyed her banter with her friend Colleen. I will miss seeing her. May time and the love of the Lord ease the ache in your hearts while you grieve, and your memories stay as clear as if they were yesterday. Blessings.
Mollie
Tom and Lillian Ostendorf says
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Lillian. We enjoyed her company whenever we visited with her. She would always tell me she liked my name, not many of us named Lillian out there. We will miss her. You have our deepest sympathy at the loss of such a lovely person.