Shirley Elsie Steadman passed away peacefully, on August 28, 2023, with her family by her side at Wibaux County Nursing Home due to complications of Dementia.
Shirley was born in Coalwood, MT to Russell and Dorothy (George) Churchill on July 12, 1937. Shirley joined sisters Ann and Georgia and later brother Alan completed the family. Shirley spent her younger years growing up in the Stacey area where she attended St. Labre Mission School in Ashland, MT and graduated high school in Broadus, MT.
Shirley and Eugene Burton Steadman were married on September 12, 1955, in Miles City, MT by Monsignor Hennesy. Shirley and Gene welcomed their three children, daughter Dixie Lee on June 26, 1956, daughter Carla Jean August 19, 1960 and son Eugene Brent February 7, 1963.
Shirley is survived by her husband Gene, daughter Carla (Louis) Begger, son Brent Steadman, grandchildren Ashley Irion (Chauncy Whitworth), Cady Irion, Kelly Irion, Brandy Solo, Elliott and Laura Steadman and one great-granddaughter Alivia Irion. Shirley is preceded in death by daughter Dixie Lee Steadman.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Wibaux County Nursing home or the charity of one’s choice.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Wednesday September 6, 2023
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Wednesday September 6, 2023
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Ginger Ridenour Bird says
Rest in Eternal Peace, Classy Lady! Love to the family.
Vanna Lancaster Byrd says
My most sincere condolences to Shirley’s family.
Johana Brost says
Carla and family: You know how much I treasure the high school memories. What a lady your mom was. So beautiful inside and out! Always treated me as one of the family!
Terri Fandrich says
Carla and family, I truly enjoyed my visits with Shirley and Gene. She was always so lovely, lively and outgoing. May she rest in wonderful peace. Wrapping you up in love and prayers.
Benjamin Dover says
Say, who wears the pants in this family ?
Skin and Betty Collins says
My heart is just breaking. My friend for so many years. Lots of great memories. We were hooked at the elbow. Golfing, dancing, trips to Miles for chemotherapy treatments. Billings trip with Judy Thaden! Oh, what fun we always had. Mischievous sometimes too! Glad I had those telephone calls the last couple of years. Will miss you always. Gene and family I know that you have been through a lot and I am sending hugs. Hold all the good memories close. Wrap the heavenly arms of our father around this family.
Ronda and Ward Gatlin says
Sending my deepest condolences. Our neighbors for 14 years. How I cherish those times. Shared many laughs. My thoughts will be with you.
Pam Moths Nisley & Dave Nisley says
Our love and prayers to all this dear family! Know that we care, and Shirley touched this world to make it more beautiful! You, her loved ones carry this on!
Hugs and keep the great memories close!
Dennis and Bonnie says
Thinking of you Gene and family..Prayers to all of you..
Loren Williams says
Life milestones. Gene, I remember when you and I began our freshman year at Broadus High. OMG! that was 74 years ago … and a couple years later Shirley enrolled. Lots of memories. Eventually separated by lots of miles … you and Shirley in AZ / MT and Jeanie and me in Texas. As you know, I lost Jeanie to cancer 20+ years ago. And a few years later reconnected and married my former HS sweetheart Nellie. But this event is about you / your family and not about me. Please know you’re in my prayers. RIP, Shirley.
Tom Zuelke says
So very sorry for the loss of your Mother.
Karen Gunther says
What thoughts and prayer are with your famil
Denise Harvey says
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Your mom has left a wonderful legacy!
Denise Harvey
Kristi Rebsom Draper says
Carla and family, thinking of you and lifting you up in prayer! Extra hug to you Carla!
Janet B Klein says
Carla…so sorry for the loss of your mom!
Pat Traub Worman says
My sympathy to the family.
Gail Ivester says
My sympathy goes out to the Steadman family. She was a great lady. Have known Shirley all my life. Babysitting etc. May you rest in peace .
Shiela cathey says
Gene and family, thinking of you, knowing it has been a long journey. Reach back to pleasant memories and cling to those! It was so good to see you recently, knowing you and Carla are so close!! You are special folks!!
Bill and Dina Gay says
Thinking about all of you. Hugs and Prayers
Bub and Carlene Gaskill says
Condolences to all of Shirley family.
Mary Bagley says
I am so sorry for your family’s loss.
Jon & Becky Bass says
Carla, So sorry for your Loss, Hugs to you Becky
Kim Mueller says
My visits with Shirley when her and Gene would come in shopping at Murdochs will be so deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Gene and his whole family during this difficult time.
Wanda Raschkow says
Shirley and my mom, Georgia Raschkow, were best friends from when they were little kids. They grew up helping their dad with the ranch and had many tales to tell about their adventures. They spent a lot of time together while Gene and Shirley lived in Sun City. Many more tales to tell! Aunt Shirley always had a twinkle in her eye and a joke to share. I miss Shirley, and my mom is heartbroken to have lost her sister and her best friend.
Out thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jerry & Gayle Struck says
Gene and family, So sorry for your loss. She will be missed by all.our prayers are with you. may She rest in peace.
Diane Bogner says
Bob and I show your family prayers and condolences during the coming days. May you find comfort knowing that she left you with her wisdom and love. Thoughts and compasion are extended to you all
Sharyn Wallace says
It’s very hard when your love goes before you. Thinking of you Gene and your family left behind. 🥀
Shirley was a lady and had a great sense of humor when I knew her. I hope she’s dancing in heaven! 💃
Mary Ottoy says
Gene, I am so sorry for your loss. I know you loved Shirley so much and I can’t imagine how hard it’s been for you without her. My heartfelt sympathies go out to you and your family my friend.
Jim & Geneal Bott says
To all of Shirley’s family, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. She is resting peacefully now. Dementia is a horrible thing. Peace be with you all.