Nellie Mae Johnstone, age 64, of Broadus passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at the Holy Rosary Healthcare in Miles City.
Nellie was born on April 10, 1950 in Miles City, Montana to Charley and Nellie Grant. She was raised in Broadus, Montana and attended school in Broadus. On October 10, 1966, Nellie was blessed with a daughter, Cindy Mae. Nellie worked at many different jobs. She was a waitress, a bartender, a meat cutter and has worked the past 28 years at the IGA store until her health forced her to retire.
She and Ken Johnstone were married on July 19, 1986 and they were the very proud grandparents of six grandchildren, two great grandsons and one great granddaughter. Nellie was an avid sports booster and really enjoyed watching her grandchildren play. She also liked to bowl, play softball, do jigsaw puzzles and play “Wahoo”. She was known to many, many people as nana.
Nellie is survived by her husband Ken Johnstone, daughter Cindy Buckner, granddaughters: Chrystal Olson, Rachel Buckner and Victoria Buckner; grandsons: David Olson, Leon Olson and Christopher Buckner; three great grandchildren: Ashton and Blake Powell and Amyiah Rossiter; one sister, Marie Farrar and two brothers: Cliff Grant and Bill Grant. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers: James, Willard and Gene Grant, two sisters: Kay Ostrum and Esther Sandine; and an infant son Shelby.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2014 from 2:00-7:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Broadus. Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 19, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Faith Bible Church in Broadus. A luncheon will follow at the church.
Tammy Pecha/Mallett Family says
Dear Ken and family: so sorry for your loss.Nellie was always so nice to us at the IGA.You are in our thoughts and prayers with love mike and tammy pecha and mallet family
Bill Gorder & Brenda Hopkins says
Ken and family we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Ved says
Ken and family: so sorry to hear of Nellie’s passing, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Julie Gatlin and Kenny Gress says
To all of Nellie’s family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days to come. May the Good Lord wrap his arms around you and give you comfort during this difficult time.
Tvedt Family says
Ken and all of Nellie’s family ~
We are so very saddened to hear of Nellie’s passing. I wish there were words to help ease your pain. I hope knowing that others are thinking of you gives you some comfort. You will be in our prayers now and in the days to come.
Ginger says
No words can describe how sorry we are that Nellie is gone, but so glad she doesn’t have to be in pain anymore. She was an amazing woman, our Turtle Dove. There will never be another one like her! We’ll always love her and remember her as a member of our family.
GBird and family
Kenny and Kelly Babb says
Ken, Cindy and family,
So sorry for your loss. Nellie was a treasure. I have so many fond memories of her from the IGA days. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lois and Jim Johnstone says
So sorry Ken…..It isnt easy to lose a loved one but it isnt easy to watch them suffer either..Please know are thoughts are with you at this time….
Linda Merchant and Bill Canon says
omg just read about Nellie,what a nice and awwsoe grand lady.sad to hear of her passing.prayer’s to all her families.
Betty Vail says
Ken,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Nellie and I shared a birthday and she never forgot to wish me Happy Birthday when I lived in Broadus. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Duane and Debbie Talcott says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. Nellie was one of a kind, she’ll be dearly missed by all.
Bonnie Bogner Sprague says
So sorry to hear of Nellie’s passing. Nellie and I went through all of the grades of school together! I’ll miss her! Some of the girls from the class of “68”will be in Red Lodge saying our own prayers for her this Friday! My heart goes out to you, Ken and all of the family!
Dan and Sheri Gali says
So sorry to hear of Nellie’s passing. She was a great lady…so kind. God gained another angel and she is dancing in heaven today. Hugs to all of her family.
Tom & Ann Emmons says
Ken,
We are so sorry to hear of Nellie’s passing. It seems like we have known her forever…she will leave a hole in the hearts of so many of us. A wonderful caring woman!
Wayne & Anita Wetherelt says
So sad to hear this news. One I will not forget….watching her grow up & all this time later.
she was a joy to be around & will be so missed.
Our thoughts & prayers to all of the families
Nikole Cook (Gotfredson) says
Ken,
I am so sorry to hear of Nellie’s passing. I so enjoyed working with her at the IGA. I have many wonderful memories and I will truly miss her! Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and family!
Judy Denson-Keller says
My heart thoughts and prayers go out to the Johnstone family. May Nellie rest in peace and God Bless all of you!
shannon says
You were always like a mom to me. I was blessed to of you and your entire family in my life for almost forty years. You have touched so many people’s lives. Your the woman that every woman strives to be. Love you mama Nellie. To your family I’m always here for all of you. God bless.
Ella Mae and Allen Drane says
So very sorry for your Loss,Nellie was a treasure,to be loved and now missed by so many,you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
David Mellor says
Nellie, U will be missed. Loved working with U & growing up around U. Rest in Peace old friend. GOD BLESS
Elizabeth Riley says
Dear Ken,
I’m so sorry for your loss. You are wonderful and was Nellie a wonderful woman. She is greatly missed. I love you and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lynelle(Brimmer) Jacobson says
Ken and family,
So sorry to hear about Nellie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fran McCoy says
Ken, Cindy and all of Nellie’s family. I am so sorry for your loss! Nellie was a beautiful lady and touched the lives of many! Treasure your memories and know she was loved by many!! My thoughts and prayers are with you!!
Melody (Wetherelt) Hanzlik says
Ken, Cindy and all of Nellie’s family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I have many wonderful memories of Nellie — especially of bowling activities. She always greeted me by name every time I went back home and stopped in at the IGA. She will be missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Ron Taylor says
Our thoughts and prayers are with Ken,Cindy and the rest of Nellie’s family.I certainly will miss our visits when I’m in Broadus.Rest in peace sweet Lady.
Pam & Dave Nisley says
We care ~ hugs to all of you ! What a treasure we have all lost, if there is any way we can help, we are here for you. May you feel the loving arms of Jesus wrapped around each one! Our prayers go with you now, and in the coming days~
Jacklynn Liles says
Ken, Crystal, & Cindy
I’m sorry for your loss, she was a wonderful lady and loved. May you find peace in memories, my thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Lori Oncina says
Oh dear cousin, what a sweet friend you were to all of us, always so welcoming and kind. You will be very much missed. And to your family, I am so very, very sorry for your loss. Nellie Mae was a real gift to us all. Cousin Lori Oncina
Irene Zimmerman says
Ken I’m very sorry for your loss. Nellie was a good lady with a big heart. May the Lord be with you and the family at this time of sorrow.
Skin and Betty Collins says
Ken and all the families. We are saddened by the loss of Nellie. Our prayers and hugs are with you at this difficult time. Remember all the good times you all shared with her and I thank God she is no longer suffering. She was a strong woman with a big heart.
Darold & Sylvia Zimmer says
Love and hugs come to you as you try to endure this loss. Keep the memories of “Nana’s” smile and love of life alive in your hearts as you stumble through these next days, weeks, months and years… What a wonderful lady to have as your own!!!
Ed and Elaine Gotfredson says
Thinking of all of you and sending our deepest sympathies. Nellie was such a nice person and always a pleasure to be around her. May your memories and God’s love carry you thru.
Serena & Wayne Wetherelt Jr. says
Ken, Cindy and Grant Families
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in the loss of your loved one. Nellie was a treasure and will be missed by all. Your loss is felt by many as Nellie was a wonderful person and we had so much contact through the years, as neighbors while growing up, bowling, and the many years she worked at the IGA. When I returned home and was able to see and visit with Nellie she always made you feel like you were someone special. I know she is at peace now and with no more suffering. May each of you cherish the memories you have of her. God Bless and take care and know we are with you in our thoughts and prayers.
Carmen Knutson says
Heaven has gained another Angel. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time of saying good-bye to a remarkable lady! Treasure your memories.
marilyn jones says
So sorry for your loss!My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and God Bless you!
Aletta Shannon says
Ken & family,
May your special memories help ease your sorrow. Nellie’s warm personality and pleasant greetings at the store, will be missed. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob&Edna Mouat says
We were so sorry to hear of Nellies passing, our thoughts &prayers are with Ken, Cindy& the whole family. She was a very sweet, loving person, she will certainly be missed by all who knew her.She was always the bright spot in my dad (Uncle Lloyd Taylors) day when he stopped for groceries at the IGA..
Robbie Farber Norman says
I am so sorry to hear of Nellie’s passing. I grew up next door to her brother Gene (aka Pappa). When she would visit Alabama I would spend a lot of time with her. She was a sweet funny lady who loved her family. My Prayers are with her family for peace and comfort.
Mary Gnerer Piatte says
Ken, Cindy n family so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you all. God’s blessings to you.
Keith and Ellen Beach says
Our sincere sympathy to you and your family. May God give you strength and comfort in your time of loss.
Bradd Licht says
sorry to hear of the passing of Nellie our thoughts and prayers are with the family
Sally McCaskey says
I am sorry to hear of Nellie’s passing. I was blessed to know her as a young girl. My favorite thing I remember about her was her bean dip and all the kitties that were born in the garage. They always made my family feel welcomed and loved. She will be greatly missed by us!
Cali Hilliard Baker says
Crystal, Ken, and all the rest of the family,
Broadus won’t be the same without Nana. One of the things that I enjoyed the most about her was how proud and supportive she was not only of her own family and grandkids but of all of your friends as well. She genuinely made many of us feel important when we saw her in the store or at games.
I know this will be one of the hardest times for you all, lean on the community who loved her too.
Cali
Corky and Leola Harkins says
Ken and families, so sorry to hear of your loss of Nellie. Praying for your family. Corky and Leola
Ralph Taylor says
So sorry to hear of Nellie’s passing. I always enjoyed visiting with her at the store which was not very often. Our prayers go out for the family at this time. Cousin Ralph and Peggy Taylor.
J Johnson says
My sincere condolences to the family of Nellie Mae Johnstone – I am sorry to hear of your loss. It was never the Creator’s purpose for mankind to suffer (Romans 5:12). In the Bible we are promised a time when no one will say “I am sick” (Isaiah 33:24). I hope you are comforted by the “God of all comfort” who promises to comfort us (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4). I hope you find peace in many Bible promises (John 17:3).
Julie & Kurt Collins says
Ken and family,
So sorry for the loss of Nellie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. She was such a sweet lady and I always enjoyed talking to her at IGA. She will be greatly missed.
Darrell and Joey Hopkins says
Ken, I’m sorry about Nellie passing,we were good friends most of lives.Went to school with her most of my schooling.Good lady and we’ll all miss her. If there’s anything I can do to help you through this just let me know..
Tom and Carla Bowers says
Dear Ken, Cindy and family,
We have been out of touch this past week and was saddened to hear today of your loss. It is of great comfort to know that she is no longer in pain. I always enjoyed being around Nellie, what a great lady she was. Hugs
Tammy Nielsen says
Ken and family: I just found out that Nellie passed. I am so sorry for your loss. I wasn’t aware she was ill or what happened to her. I do know that she was always nice and supportive to me and my kids while I lived in Broadus. She was a good mom, wife and grandmother who loved her family very much. I always held her in high esteem. I am putting out a special blessing in her name to help you all help heal the pain you are experiencing and to guide Nellie to her special place in the beyond. My thoughts are with you all.