Shirley Lee (O’Connell) Taylor, age 92, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2017 at the Friendship Villa in Miles City, Montana.
Shirley was born on October 16, 1924 in Moose Jaw, Canada. She lived with her family on Frenchman Creek north of Malta. At the age of ten, she helped her father move their cattle across the Missouri River to their homestead north of Jordan in the Missouri Breaks. Shirley attended Snow Creek School and Garfield County High School. She worked in Miles City as a nurses aide and also at Montgomery Ward. On December 15, 1948, she married Albert “Bud” Taylor. She worked alongside Bud as they ranched and farmed at Rock Springs.
Shirley loved her family and especially children, colts and kittens. She was well known for her horsemanship and rode well into her 70’s. Shirley loved to attend sporting events to watch her grandchildren participate. She especially loved rodeos in which her granddaughters competed in barrel racing. Her hobbies included gardening and working in her yard raising flowers. Shirley was a 70 year member of Trinity Lutheran Church-Angela.
Shirley was preceded in death by her husband Bud, her parents Lawrence and Blanche O’Connell; sisters Lila and Lorene; Brothers Eugene and Darrell and great granddaughter Lily. She is survived by her sister Winnie (Bob) Crowley; children: Bonnie (Archie) LaRoque, Cody (Jolene) Taylor, Diane (Doug) Ellingson, Dallas (Marlys) Taylor and Shane (Sherry) Taylor, thirteen grandchildren and twenty-four great grandchildren. Also surviving her was her dear friend and neighbor Mary Singleton.
Visitation will be held on Friday, March 3, 2017 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Miles City. Interment will follow in the family lot of the Custer County Cemetery. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements.
It was Shirley’s wish that any memorials may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church or the Alzheimer’s Foundation.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday March 3, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday March 4, 2017
Trinity Lutheran Church
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
Saturday March 4, 2017
Custer County Cemetery
Cemetery Road
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday March 3, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday March 4, 2017
Trinity Lutheran Church
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
Saturday March 4, 2017
Custer County Cemetery
Cemetery Road
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Martha Crandall says
my sympathy
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
So, so sorry that your precious Mother, Grandmother, Freat-grandmother and friend has gone on. We will all miss her terribly. All my love and care go to each and everyone of you, Dolores Meidinger Willson
DAN AND SUMI DINARDI says
SO, SORRY FOR THE LOSS FOR THE LOSS OF A MOTHER ,GRANDMOTHER AND GREAT GRANDMOTHER.
Tony, Sharon, & Sam Cline says
We were saddened to hear that Grandma Shirley passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Hugs to Rob, Shannon, Brittney, Mason, and Zack.
Denise Harvey says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! What a woman of strength and grace who has left an amazing legacy.
Denise and Jay Harvey
gary and pat helm says
OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE T AYLOR FAMILYS. SHIRLEY WAS SUCH A NICE LADY ENJOYED KNOWING HER
Kathy & Greg Ugrin says
We loved your Mom/Grandma. She was such a lady. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Pat Jones says
Alice Petersohn,Ken and Pat Jones are sorry for your loss,she was a grand lady, so many memories of all the times we spend together,laughing,Rock Springs Picnics, just visiting, God Bless Yous all.
Mrs. Williams says
The loss of Mrs. Shirley Taylor a cherished loved one is the most devastating experiences family can face. At times, the loss may seem unbearable. Please know that there are people who care and more importantly Psalm 34:18 tells us that “God is near to those that are broken at heart. He is the God of all comfort. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time of grief.
Dale & Cindy Berg says
To all the Taylor Families,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. She will be missed by many. What a wonderful legacy she has left you with. Rest in Peace Shirley. God bless you all.
Kelly Dodge Tarr says
Dear Taylor families,
We are sorry for your loss of Shirley. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Pauline Flotkoetter says
To Shirley’s family, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending hugs and prayers at this difficult time.
Jim and Ann Willson says
To the family of Shirley Taylor, We are so sorry to hear about Shirley. She and Bud were always such great neighbors when we lived on the Haglof Ranch, and remained great friends after we left the Rock Springs area. they were always so nice to visit with. Shirley was such a hard working Ranch wife. Bud and Shirley are together now forever. May they rest in peace. Jim and Annalise Willson
Wayne holmlund says
Our prayers are with all of you, I will never forget all the good times I had with the family. Bud and Shirley were always good to us. Cody and I pressed or luck a few times, but we all lived through it. Wanda and I are thinking of you during these hard times.
Neena Steadman says
So sorry for your loss, keeping family in prayer. I always enjoyed visiting with her.
Ern and Esther Nelson says
We send you our sympathy and prayers! She aways said hi when we met at church ! God’s blessing to all.
Sandi and Jim Updyke says
May God bless you at this difficult time. Shirley was a sweet ,sweet lady.
Wayne & Augustine Irion says
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Taylor family. We will surely miss the presence of a truly lovable and kind person. She was a great lady.
Kelly Childers says
To all of Shirley’s family,
Every time I saw Shirley, she always had a smile and a hug for me. She always loved talking about all the fun she had with Mom and Aunt Mary. She was truly one of a kind. I will miss seeing her and visiting with her. You all are so lucky to have had her for her 92 years, what precious memories you have. Keep those memories close to you in this time of sadness and know that she is busy catching up with all her family and friends who make the trip ahead of her. God Bless You All.
Bryan & Shannon says
So sorry to hear of Shirley. She always had time to stop and visit. Always a smile. She will be missed.
Katherine Flint says
Cody, Jolene and all the Taylor family, My heart and prayers are with you. What a wonderful life she must have led. May heavens Angels wrap their wings around the Taylor family in your time of grief.
Kathi Rooney Pfeifle says
Bonnie, Archie and families.
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ruben aand June Opp says
Taylor Family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. What a wonderful lady our prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. May God Bless and comfort you all
Ruben and June Opp
Deb Bartholomew says
Taylor familie:
So very sorry to hear of your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Sandi Kohones and Jon Wilkerson says
We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. Our heartfelt condolences go to all of you.
Lee and Kathy Baugatz says
Tanys so sorry for the loss of your grandmother , you are in our thoughts and prayers Lee and Kathy Baugatz
Pat (Brooks) Corbin says
So sorry to hear about the loss of you mom. She was a wonderful lady. My heart goes out to each of you.
Jim and Debbie (Pluhar) French says
Our thoughts but mostly prayers are with you upon the loss of your precious Mother and Grandmother. Shirley (Bud too) and all of you meant the world to our Pluhar family. Brought tears to my eyes to open the obituary and once again see those sparkling blue eyes that will be so dearly missed. My how it brought back all the memories of the wonderful snowmobile/skating parties and brandings at the ranch. How I cherish those wonderful times with all our dear friends and neighbors. Your home was our home growing up. Mom Inez and Dad Art already miss her dearly but understand God knows best so now Shirley can live at peace forever with Bud back at her side. Blessings and Love to you all!!
Sandy and Pat Anderson says
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in our prayers.
Pat and Sandy
Jack and Clare says
We are so sorry to hear of Shirley’s death. we really enjoyed our friendship with her. She was such a good neighbor here on the north side. Our prayers go out to all of you. Love Jack and Clare5
Melva Curnan says
So sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. Prayers for all you and your families.
Carol Watts says
Jim and I are sorry for your loss, Shirley was a very nice lady.
Mary Ann Wells says
Sincere sympathy to all the family, at the loss of a wonderful person, who always set a great example of what a Christian really is! Prayers for all of you.
Dave and Jan says
So very sorry for your loss. We hope that your faith and family can help you get through this hard time. We will keep you in our prayers.
Ron and Barbara Hunziker says
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one.May the happy memories help all of you thru this time.