Pauline M. Leidholt, age 90, of Miles City passed away on Thursday, January 17, 2013 at the Holy Rosary Extended Care in Miles City.
Pauline was born on May 28, 1922 in Dickinson, North Dakota, the youngest child in a family of ten born to Jacob and Theresia (Heck) Herauf. In 1936, Pauline moved to Miles City to live with her oldest sister Monie and her husband Ed Selbman. She graduated from Custer County High School in 1940. While going to high school, Pauline worked under the watchful eye of Monie training to be a beautician. Pauline passed her beauticians state boards at Great Falls in 1940. Pauline met the love of her life when a customer and friend introduced Pauline to her brother. On February 22, 1945, Pauline and Leonard Leidholt were united in marriage in Miles City at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church by Monsignor Thomas Hennesy. Their marriage would last for 65 years until Leonard’s death in 2010. To this union, four daughters were born: LynneRae, Karleen, Darci and Stephanie.
Pauline was not only a beautician for 51 years, but a very good homemaker. She was an excellent seamstress and crocheted for many years. Her cooking talents were unsurpassed and you were always welcome at her home. Her happy attitude spread to everyone. During their retirement years, Pauline and Leonard square danced all around the world. Pauline was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and was always very strong in her faith.
Pauline is survived by her four daughters: LynneRae (Paul) Hazelton, Karleen (Derrick) Rodgers, Darci (Tim) Donnelly and Stephanie (Kevin) Thomason all of Miles City; 8 grandchildren: Shawn Hazelton, Dustin Rodgers, Jay, Rob, Clint and Jill Donnelly and Tony and Terrell Thomason; three great grandchildren: Kiran Hazelton and Callie & Rhett Donnelly. Pauline was preceded in death by her husband Leonard, two grandsons, Paul Hazelton Jr and Christopher Rodgers and six brothers and three sisters.
Visitation will begin on Thursday, January 24, 2013 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Family will receive friends from 5:00-6:00 p.m. followed by a vigil service at 6:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, January 25, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Miles City. Rite of Committal will follow in the Calvary Cemetery. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Sacred Heart Church, Holy Rosary Hospital Extended Care Activities Department or the charity of one’s choice.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday January 24, 2013
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Vigil Service
6:00 p.m.
Thursday January 24, 2013
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Friday January 25, 2013
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday January 24, 2013
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Vigil Service
6:00 p.m.
Thursday January 24, 2013
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Friday January 25, 2013
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Amanda Malley says
Love and hugs to the Leidholt family. Pauline was a kind, gentle woman. Our condolences are with you….
Roger Herauf says
We offer our sincere condolences to the family!
Roger & Peggy
Leroy Herauf says
We always enjoyed visiting Aunt Pauline, she was very sharp and had a good sense of humor. Only once did she mess up when she thought Jeanette was my wife, but then again seeing somebody so seldom does make it difficult. I have many memories of the times when the Leidholt family visited us on the farm in Dickinson. Uncle Leonard and Aunt Pauline always had the fancy new cars.
We offer the family our deepest sympathy.
Leroy & Fran
Larry and Pam Certain says
Our deepest sympathies to the family of Mrs. Leidholt. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Larry and Pam
Larry & Susan Sperry says
Pauline and Leonard were some our favorite dancers. They danced in several of our clubs in Billings for many years. Pauline often brought us a special homemade treat or handmade doilie. We have missed them both very much. We offer our sincere condolences to the family.
Larry & Susan
Clara Jo Arneson ( Sikveland ) says
Sorry to hear of you loss . May all the wonderful memories fill your hearts and lifes always . God Bless
Clara Jo
Sue (Herauf) Claridge says
So sorry to hear of Aunt Paulines passing. I do remember the times your family coming to visit at the farm and especially I loved getting a haircut from a “real beautician” ! She always had a great laugh and a smile on her face. Sincere condolences.
Sue
Carlene and Clarence Root says
To Pauline’s family,
Sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. My prayers and sympathies for the families. Carlene Root.
Cindy and Dale Berg says
To Pauline’s Family,
We were so sorry to hear about your mom. She raised some awesome children who took very good care of her, especially these last few years. Hold close your wonderful memories, and know that she is now with your dad once again. Our prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Kim Stanton says
Dear LynneRae, Karleen, Darci, Stephanie, and Families,
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your loving Mother. She raised four beautiful daughters who follow in her footsteps and continue to carry goodness to the world. I’m sending positive thoughts and loving prayers your way as you grieve her loss and yet celebrate her life. With deepest condolences,
Kim stanton
Jeanette (Herauf) Eberts says
We are all so sorry to hear about Aunt Pauline. I bet her and Uncle Leonard are dancing away up above in their fancy matching, twirly outfits. I hope she gives all our love and regards to Dad, Grandma and Grandpa, and all the other aunts, uncles, and cousins. Kind of sets in that the last of the Herauf siblings has passed. I remember when all you guys would come to the farm in the CAMPER!!! Wow!! What a life we thought that was. We loved coming to Miles City too and going to the shop. Sue was right! We did love haircuts from a real professional! I am so glad we got to see her not too long ago. It was always fun to listen to Uncle Leonard too and all of his stories. The happy memories you share will get you all through this sad time. May God grant you peace…….. Jeanette and Dennis Eberts
Rick Crone says
Dear Karleen and Derrick, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. You, Karleen, are the embodiment of your Mom and for that she was proud, I am sure. God Bless.
Rick Crone
June Minow says
Darci, Stephanie and all of Pauline’s family. We extend our sympathy in the loss of your mother. We remember Leanard and Pauline and all of the fun square dances we shared. May happy memories sustain you at this difficult time. Pete and June Minow
Linda Polich says
LynneRae and family,
I’m sorry to hear about your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you! Please take good care of yourselves. Hope to see you soon!
Liinda Polich
Kristi and Ken Stein says
Karleen & Derrick and entire family,
Our thoughts, prayers and big hugs are extended to you with the loss of your mother. May God’s blessings surround you as you celebrate her life.
Kristi and Ken
Pam ( Moths) Nisley & Dave Nisley says
I am sorry to see the loss of your dear mother. Praying for all of you – for God’s comfort and the strength that comes from Him.
How wonderful your parents had 4 lovely daughters, and the strength that come from family!
You are no strangers to the loss of loved ones, but know we care and you are in our prayers. Blessings to all of you!
Pam & Dave Nisley