On the evening of Sunday November 24, 2019 Mary “Petie” Katherine Gaskins passed away peacefully of natural causes at Holy Rosary Hospital in Miles City, MT. She was comforted by her daughter Karen, and good friend Tana Patten. Petie was 83 years old.
Petie was born April 8, 1936 in Clarksburg, West Virginia, Harrison County. She was the first child of Norval and Katherine Tutwiler. Petie graduated from Washington-Irving High School in Clarksburg, 1954. Petie married Pvt. Edward A. Gaskins (Army) September 3, 1955. Their journey began and she was the best wife who followed him through the Army and College. In July 1961, Petie’s daughter, Karen was born.
Petie’s life took her many places. Her Husband Edward’s jobs transferred them all over West Virginia and in1972 led them to Missouri. They built their own home outside of Columbia, MO in 1973 and 1974. She became an expert at finishing their new home. Painting, wallpaper, and decorating, she did it all.
Petie was an incredible seamstress. Her handmade clothing was amazing. She could sew anything you could possibly want her to make. Prom dresses, Wedding dresses, Adult clothing, Children’s clothing, Coats, purses and totes. She could make anything. She was a quilter and enjoyed being a member of the Quilt Club in Broadus, MT. Petie moved to Broadus in 2008 to be close to her daughter.
Petie was a beloved wife, mother, and friend.
She was proceeded in death by her parents, Norval and Katherine Tutwiler, her husband Edward A. Gaskins, and her grandson Casey Stroehman.
Petie is survived by her sister Phyllis Stalnaker , a niece Sherri Adamek. Her loving, daughter Karen and her husband Tom. A granddaughter Jennifer K. Galloway. Great-grandsons Maddox and Liam Galloway.
A memorial and graveside service will be held in Bridgeport Cemetery in Bridgeport, West Virginia.
Special thanks for all of your kindness and care giving to Mary Weimer and the staff at Holy Rosary Hospital.
Family condolences or comments may be made at stevensonandsons.com
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Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
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tammy schoenbeck says
Petey was such an awesome lady, she will be missed
Pat Sturdevant says
Karen, I just found this out Im so very sorry she was a really good women, Thinking of you, let me know if theres anything i can do.
Ginger says
Petey….I’ll miss you very much. You were such a great woman who raised a wonderful daughter. God Bless ya!