Paula Lynn Kuntz, age 65, of Circle passed away on April 5, 2017 at Billings Clinic with her family at her side.
Paula was born in Circle, Montana on July 24, 1951 to Alice Murphy Hamman and Rolland (Red) A. Hamman. Paula was baptized in the First Lutheran Church on November 4, 1951 and was involved with Church for the remainder of her life. Paula attended elementary and high school in Circle. She was an all-state cheerleader for the Circle Wildcats. She graduated high school in 1969 and then attended Eastern Montana College where she received a Bachelor’s degree in business education.
Paula returned to Circle Montana using her degree to teach high school until she took a job working for Gloria Larsen at the McCone County Courthouse. Paula later served as the Clerk and Recorder for 21 years. On December 22, 1973, Paula married Perry Kuntz of Circle. They had two boys, Trenton J. (Tj) Kuntz born in 1976 and Tyler Lynn Kuntz born in 1982.
In 1989, Paula’s husband Perry purchased the Travelers Inn Motel and formed a partnership with Arvid (Ole) Rolandson. Perry and Paula moved into the motel with their sons, and Paula managed the Travelers until her death.
Paula loved all sports. It did not matter if it was golf, hockey, basketball, or even the Westminster dog show! There wasn’t a sport she didn’t like or follow. But her love for the Circle Wildcats went far and beyond the love of any other team. She loved to watch her sons, granddaughters, niece and nephews and all the kids of the Circle community play sports! If Paula could not attend a sporting event, you could bet she would be listening to it on the radio keeping score and texting the scores to friends and family.
Paula was very active in her community. She was a member of the V.F.W Post Auxiliary for many years and served on the City Council. She enjoyed league bowling and loved to play Bunco. Paula is preceded in death by her parents Red and Alice Hamman, her husband Perry Kuntz and her grandparents. She is also proceeded in death by her mother and father in law John and Monica Kuntz. Paula is survived by her sons, Trenton and Tyler (Penny) and her three granddaughters, Serenity, Catalena and Caydence; her brothers and sisters-in law; Rodd Hamman and Robin Wolff and nephew Alex; Ryan and Colleen Hamman and niece and nephews Keyleigh, Jared, Trevor. She is also survived by her brothers-in law and sisters in law Len (Kathy) Kuntz (Pam, Lisa, Cindy); Ray (Linda) Kuntz (Wade, D’lon); Ruth (Rudy) Haynie (Kirk, Kyle, Kory); Harvey (Patsy) Kuntz (John, Travis, Jennifer, Amber); Bonnie (Bill) Gardner (Tonya, Chad); Sandy (Dale) Dean (April, Andy, Adam).
Paula was a very caring person. She faced life with an upbeat attitude. She helped so many people any way that she could. She was a loving daughter, sister, mother and grandmother and pet owner, she will be greatly missed.
“You are near, even if I don’t see you. You are with me, even if you are far away, you are in my heart, in my thoughts, in my life, Always. – Unknown
Visitation will be held on Friday, April 14, 2017 at the First Lutheran Church in Circle with family receiving friends from 10:00-11:00 am. The funeral will be held following the visitation at 11:00 am at the Church. Interment will follow in the Riverview Cemetery. A luncheon will be held at the Church immediately following the graveside service. Everyone is welcome.
Service Schedule
Visitation
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Friday April 14, 2017
First Lutheran Church
Circle, Montana 59215
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday April 14, 2017
First Lutheran Church
Circle, Montana 59215
Service Schedule
Visitation
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Friday April 14, 2017
First Lutheran Church
Circle, Montana 59215
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday April 14, 2017
First Lutheran Church
Circle, Montana 59215
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Patsy kuntz rainwater says
So sorry to hear this.. you are all in my prayers! Such a sad time when we loose members of our family. I will let everyone down here know.
Deb elletson says
May you RIP Paula. I posted on her Facebook page but want the family to know That prayers and thoughts are going your way during this difficult time!! ?? Paula so much and she will be missed, I just regret not getting to see her like I wanted to. ??? til we meet again Friend!!!
John Arthur says
My condolences to Paulas’ family, espically Treton& Travis & their kids.
Denise Strand Stambaugh says
Condolences to all of Paula’s family.
Vicki McLean-Baird says
So very sorry to hear about your Mom. My prayers , thoughts and love are with you today and threw this time of life. May she be at Peace and reunited with your Dad.
Harvey and Trudy Kirkegard says
TJ and Tyler and families;
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. We send you our sincere condolences and ask for God’s blessings during this time of mourning.
Don & Nancy schillinger says
Paula was a family friend who was always friendly and courteous. Our sincere sympathy to her entire family.
Londa Salinas says
Tj and Tyler and families, condolences to your family
So sorry to hear about your mom. Keeping y’all in my prayers
DH says
I am very sorry to hear of your loss and extend sincere condolences to the Kuntz family. May you find comfort in knowing that God cares deeply for us when we are grieved by the loss of a loved one and he has promised to be close to us when sorrow breaks our hearts (Psalms34:18). We can be confident that he will continue to sustain us during times of sadness as we look forward to an end of death,sorrow,and pain (Revelation 21:3-4)
Judy (Hawkinson) Fuchs says
TJ & Tyler and all of Paula’s family…You have my deepest sympathy. Paula was a good friend for many years; you are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Marilyn Idland Krause says
I have many fond memories of growing up with Paula. . .your entire family has my sympathy.
Teri (Wilhelm) Tidwell says
Rest in peace, dear Paula. I will miss you. Sending healing prayers and much love to Rodd and Robin and all of Paula’s family.
Diane (Shamley) Ligon says
My sympathy and prayers to all of Paula’s family. We were in school together, so I have many memories.
Michele Mickolio says
TJ, Tyler and all of Paula’s friends and family. My heart goes out to you during these hard times. God bless you all. Paula is with friends and family in heaven. TJ now you have to behave all the time as Mom sees all. Take care friend.
Eilleen Wilcoxon says
I am so sorry to hear the loss ofor Paula. I enjoyed visiting with her when I worked in Circle.
Debbie (Bond) Wagner says
We are so sorry to hear of Paula’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Paula’s family. The family of Dale and Ruth Bond
Laura Dreyer Bleazard says
I was saddened to hear of Paula’s passing. We always had fun remembering high school, twirling camp and just growing up. Will miss our “catch up” visits. I know you have lots of fun memories to keep her close. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cindy Stanton says
My sincerest sympathy to Paula’s family. She was a great gal with a wonderful sense of humor . She will be missed by many. May God give you peace and comfort at this most difficult time.
Kathy McGowan says
Paula loved to suggest to me plants I should buy. She always was Facebooking me recommendations. Unfortunately, I’m a sucker and I took her advice liberally! Some of them were pretty weird but they’re growing and I was anxious to share with her the progress they made. I will share on Facebook in her memory.
Rebecca Bollinger says
T.J., so sorry for your loss. Cherish her memory. You and your family are in my thoughts.