Mildred (Millie) Ann Tyler Espinosa
Surrounded by family and friends on the evening of November 13th, 2025, Millie passed away at Holy Rosary Hospital in Miles City, Montana.
Millie was born in Miles City on December 20th, 1934, the oldest of four children, from parents Fred “Pat” Tyler and Martha (Martelle) Tyler. Millie attended school in Miles City where she met the love of her life Kenneth (Kenny) Espinosa. They were married on January 2nd, 1953, celebrating nearly 73 years as a loving couple. This beautiful union resulted in seven children.
A devoted mother, she poured her heart into raising her children, always offering guidance, support, and unconditional love. She grew a large garden, raised chickens, and sewed a sizable portion of her children’s clothes, lovingly contributing to the needs of a large family. In 1974 she and Kenny, along with their son Leonard, started E Squared Concrete Construction where Millie did the bookkeeping for 41 years.
Millie spent 66 years getting to know her creator, Jehovah. One of her goals in life was to always use Bible principles to guide her choices. She was an amazing example that her family and friends strive to follow. She lived life fully, embracing adventures both near and far, and approached each day with grace, humor, and a generous spirit. Known for her kindness, strength, and a loving nature she touched the lives of everyone who had the privilege to know her.
Her home was a gathering place filled with warmth, joy, and family traditions that will continue to inspire generations. After the children were grown, Kenny and Millie began traveling together. Their trips to Alaska and Mexico were always a fun topic whenever the family gathered at Grandma & Grandpa’s house.
Kenny and Millie were partners in every adventure they shared. Together they built a beautiful life, finding joy in every season and for any reason. She was the heart of her family, and nothing made her happier than spending time with them. She cherished every moment as a mother, grandmother, great grandmother, or great-great grandmother.
Mildred was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters Pearl (Tyler) Kiel and Nellie (Tyler) Shipman; a grandson Joshua Kenneth Espinosa; and son-in-law Craig Rehm. She is survived by her husband Kenneth; her brother Tom (Judy) Tyler; her children Phlien (Ron) Wilkinson, Kenneth “Steve” (Alice) Espinosa, Delbert (Melanie) Espinosa, Leonard (Lynne) Espinosa, Darla Rehm (Kevin Hart), William (Ann Marie) Espinosa, and Deanna Espinosa (Chad Bohlmann). She is also survived by 15 of her grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren, and 4 (2 on the way) great-great grandchildren.
Please join us for memorial services on Friday, November 21st, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 101 N. Strevell Avenue. Miles City, MT. A luncheon will follow the memorial services at 249 Wyttenhove Lane.
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Service Schedule
Memorial Service
10:30 a.m.
Friday November 21, 2025
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
101 N. Strevell
Miles City, MT
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
10:30 a.m.
Friday November 21, 2025
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
101 N. Strevell
Miles City, MT
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Sharon Volkman says
One of my best friends. I will miss you Millie. A classmate of mine. You were always so nice and kind and helpful.
Morris Clendenen says
Seems like for a long time whenever I visited Miles City I’d run into Millie and her husband Kenny, Usually at one of the local eateries, sometimes McDonald’s just for coffee. Their son married my sister, so that was our connection, Millie was always so sweet and genuinely interested in my dumb stories. I’ll always remember her for that.
Sharon Volkman says
Millie’s Family I am sorry for your loss of such a very important person. May she rest in Peace.
Mickey Rose and family says
I send love from my family. We became acquainted with Millie in the 1960s. Our kids grew up aa fellow worshiper with Millie and Kenny’s kids. I know this is a hard time for famly, however, we have the wonderful promise of the resurrection to ease the loss. Thinking of your family.
Tom Fleming says
So sorry to hear this such a wonderful woman and person my heart goes out to all of the family thoughts and prayers to all of you so 😔
Mike & Judy Toennis says
We are sorry to hear about your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with your families.
Donna Smith says
The Molstad family send their condolences to family and friends of this nice lady.
Denise Dethlefsen says
Kenny and Millie and the family are part of my core memories growing up. Although distance and time means I don’t have many recent memories of her, I look forward to seeing her again in Paradise.
Al Homme says
How very sad.
Curtis and June Fillafer says
Espenosa family. You are in my thoughts and prayers during the difficult times ahead. Millie was an individual who always brought joy and happiness to all who were fortunate to be in her company. Millie I’m so saddened to see you leave us. God bless you in heaven. My thoughts and prayers to all of you as you go through this very difficult period of loss and mourning. May god, bring you comfort and fill you with peace.
Lisa Blunt says
Darla and family: I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. Sending you hugs, love and prayers. God Bless, Lisa
Dick Culver says
The late Denise Culver would send her condolences to the entire Espinosa family..
Leonard Espinosa says
Thank You all for your kind expressions. It means a lot to our family to know how you felt about our mother.