Rose Marie “Mickey” Howard, age 90, of Ashland passed away on Friday, June 07, 2013 at the Holy Rosary Extended Care in Miles City.
Mickey was born in Miles City, Montana on August 10, 1922, the daughter of Dudley and Mae Rose (Moore) Shy. She attended Garland Country School, Willow Crossing Country School and St. Labre School. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School in Miles City. Following high school, she attended Miles Community College and worked in Broadus until she married James C. “Jimmie” Phillips Jr. on July 7, 1943 in Norfolk, Virginia while Jimmie was serving our country. Following his discharge from the Navy, they returned to Montana where they leased the Dan Gilmore Ranch on Mizpah Creek until they purchased the C.A. Mallett Ranch on Home Creek in 1948. They farmed and ranched there until 1981 when Jimmie passed away. Mickey worked for the Tongue River Electric Co-op for 28 years and worked alongside Jimmie when they owned and operated the Red Horse Service Station in Ashland for over 10 years. In June of 1985, she married Alvin Howard. He passed away in 2001 and Mickey moved to Forsyth, Montana where she lived until 2008. She then returned to Broadus until May of 2011, when she moved to Miles City.
Mickey loved to spend time quilting, crocheting, playing cards and fishing. She enjoyed working in her garden, cooking, but most of all spending time with her family. Mickey was also active in 4-H and was a leader for many years.
Mickey is survived by a son, Dave (Cathy) Phillips of Lewistown, MT; three daughters: Kathy (Verne) Schlepp of Miles City, MT; Pat (Dave) Gardner of Ashland, MT; and Peggy (Kenny) Kolka of Volborg, MT; a brother George (Bev) Shy of Belle Fourche, SD; a sister Jimmie Kimp of Phoenix, AZ; ten grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Shorty Howard, an infant sister Ruth and Alvin’s daughter, Eva Rose Shy.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, June 14, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Labre Mission in Ashland. Immediately following the funeral a luncheon will be held at the St. Labre School Cafeteria. Rite of Committal will follow in the Willow Crossing Cemetery. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Powder River County 4-H Council, c/o Powder River Extension Office, Broadus, MT 59317 or to Scramble For a Cure, c/o Tyler Gardner, 20 Gardner Road, Ashland, MT 59003.
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Ed and Bev Schaffer says
I loved your Mom, she was the sweetest lady! I am so sorry to hear of her passing, God be with you all during this time. I am sure you all have the most wonderful memories, keep them close to your heart. Love and hugs!
Don & Mary Phillips says
“Aunt Mickey” has been an important figure in my life since my earliest memories. For my siblings and I (Don) our biggest excitement every year was to visit The Ranch and do all the things us city kids didn’t get to do at home. Visiting Aunt Mickey, Uncle Jim, and our cool cousins is one of my favorite childhood memories. Aunt Mickey was the one to teach me to like “cows” milk – the kind that didn’t come in a carton. We love her and will miss being able to call and speak with her. God Bless her and the loving family she leaves behond.
Kimberly cooper says
I’m going to miss you Mickey I had so much fun with you.I’m going to miss are talks that we had.may you rest in peace my friend I will never forget you.
Vic and Laura Lee Ullrich says
Sending our deepest sympathy to all of the Phillips “kids” and the rest of the family. She was a very special person who always had a kind word for everyone. Always the classy lady with a great sense of humor. Her fine qualities will live on in her children and grandchildren! May the memories you have of your time together comfort and sustain you now and in the days to come. Rest in peace Mickey.
Jeanne Green says
Thinking of all of you on the loss of your mom. It is one of the hardest parts of life. It is hard to lose them no matter how sick she has been. I have been praying for you and will continue to do so. May your memories of such a lovely person help you though this time.
Ron and Pat Mogen says
“Mickey and Jim”. As a kid, back in the “40’s” the two names always seemed synonymous to me. Whenever we would head back to the Ashland country, whether it be for a the sadness of a funeral or the joy of some other celebration, Mickey and Jim were always there. And what made that particular duo even more special was that we were “connected” from two directions–through both the Moores and the Phillips. Through the years since then, we have continued to be occasionally blessed by Mickey’s immensely gracious and warm presence in our lives. She is the only “Mickey” I have ever known, and she will continue to stand out in my memory as that special person only she could be. I remember her with much fondness, and our love and condolences goes out to all of those who loved her the most.
Patti (Green) Ireland says
On behalf of myself and my parents, Clifford and Lyla Green, I want to extend my condolences to your family. Mickey was a lovely woman and I know you will miss her. I pray that the Lord will wrap you in His arms and give you comfort.
wanda bixby says
sorry for your loss she was a wonderful person always a lady with kind words to say she will be missed by many prayers for strength in the days ahead
Carla Phillips says
My brother Don has said it all and said it well. Aunt Mickey and Uncle Jim have always held such a special place in my heart. As kids, visiting the ranch was the only vacation we were interested in and Mickey never disappointed. She was always so gracious and welcoming. As an adult, Aunt Mickey was such a comfort to me when my own mother died. I will miss her presence in my life. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Chris and Diana Elwood says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of your loss. May God’s peace be with all the family as you go through this hard time.
Rayetta Fjell says
My thoughts & prayers are with each of you. Thank you, Patti, for message. I will never forget Mickey – as a 4-H leader, a neighbor, a friend & my dear Godmother. Rest in Peace Dear Mickey – Love you.
Fran & Stan Oswald says
Sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family.
Karen and Ken Gunther says
we are so sorry of the loss of Micky, she was a very wonderful lady and know you will have many memories to have, May god be with all of your family, and we know Micky is in God’s hands now.
Mary Ann Bailey Lammers says
Dave, Kathy, and families–My thoughts are with all of you as you gather together to share the memories of your mother’s passing. Losing a parent is never easy, no matter the age or circumstances. Grandpa Jim (my dad), has been gone 13 years this month; mom 14 years this October–and yet I still want to pick up the phone to tell them something that is happening in our lives. I know you will be surrounded by friends and family, but know that I will be thinking of you out here in Oregon as well. Take care.
Charlie & Shirley Russell says
Our sympathies abide with you Phillips family in the loss of Mickey, a grand and sweet lady.
J Johnson says
Dear family and friends of Rose Marie Howard – My sincere condolences to your family. It is obvious according to the information listed above about Mrs. Howard that she was loved and her life touched many people. Please continue to be comforted by many beautiful memories of Mrs. Howard and Bible promises at this difficult time. Be assured that it was not a part of the Creator’s purpose that people suffer and die. Everything made by God was “very good” (Genesis 1:31) Death was introduced through Adam’s disobedience (Genesis 2:17). There will come a time when the dead are resurrected (John 5:28. 29). We are promised that death will be no more (Revelation 21:4). Meanwhile we have the opportunity to follow to continue to take in Bible knowledge which gives us comfort and hope (John 17:3).
Mary Ann Liles says
Kathy, Dave and families, We are so sorry to hear of your mother’s death. We are keeping you in our prayers.
Mary Ann & Jim Liles
Jim and Denise Knight says
Dear Dave, Cathy, and families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Take comfort in knowing your mother is resting comfortably in our Lords arms.
Love and prayers,
Jim and Denise Knight
Klayton and Mary Jane Rooge says
Pat and Peggy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mickey was such a delight. Hold your memories close and feel comfort in knowing she is with her Lord. Klayton and Mary Jane
Lori Melotz says
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mickey was a wonderful lady! Your memories or her will help you through this difficult time. Take Care.
Lori Wilbur Melotz
Brenda Witkowski says
Dear Pat, Cathy, Peggy and families,
So sorry to hear about your momma. She was a lovely lady!!! And she raised a whole passel of people that I care deeply about! May you be comforted in loving memories!! I wish I would have known she was here in town…I would have honeyed her toliet seat and blamed it on Tyler!!! Love you all!!! Bren
Alvin and Jo Raschkow says
Sorry to hear about your Mother, she truly was a very neat lady.
Prayers for all of you.
Alvin and Jo
Alvin and Jo Raschkow says
Sorry to hear about your Mother, she truly was a very neat lady.
Anita & Wayne Wetherelt says
Our thoughts & prayers to eachof you. She will be missed by many of us. I so missed seeing her in church when she went to Miles City. I have many fond memories in the short time that I go to know her personnally. Had always heard such good things about her.
Let her rest in peace, with many memories, I am sure!
Jeannette Larsen says
Am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. What a special woman she was. God Bless all of you, you were so caring and loving to Mickey.
Tom and Shannon Lund says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all today. Wish we could be there to celebrate Micky’s life, a full one it was. So many memories………
Tom and Shannon Lund
Wayne Jr & Serena Wetherelt says
My thoughts and prayers are with all the family of Mickey. I have many special memories of Mickey, she was the person who contacted me to see if I would be interested in applying for her job when she retired from Tongue River Electric. She was a great teacher and very thoughtful and gentle spirit in her training of myself for the position at TRECO. Through the years we had many wonderful conversations and I always thought of her as a special person. May all of your memories give you some comfort in the days ahead.
Wayne Wetherelt Jr.
Cliff and Lila Glade says
We were so sorry to hear that Micki passed away, she was an inspiration to us all!!!! It is so hard to loose a parent, but I find that My Mother is close to me, even a year after she passed, it is like she is still here, you will see this as time goes by, they don’t leave us, the memories are always just around the corner. Mickie was a wonderful lady and she helped Mom so much at Cottonwood, she never lost her sense of humor and was a positive influence on all around her.