Sue Joan Dobias Adams was born September 17, 1941 in Williston, North Dakota to William “Bill” and Lillian Dobias. She grew up on their farm in Cartwright, North Dakota where she was the oldest of four girls. Her sisters were Aone (Wedel), Donna (Lloyd) and Thelma (Reeves). Some of their fondest memories were helping with haying, harvest and other activities on the farm.
Sue attended grade school at the one room Sioux Crossing School in North Dakota where several of her classmates were cousins. She then boarded in town to attend high school in Fairview, Montana. While in high school she was involved in a plethora of activities including cheerleading, FHA, band, choir, and several plays. She was the harvest ball princess for two years and held several class and student government offices. Sue graduated as the Salutatorian of the class of 1959.
After high school, Sue attended college at Montana State College in Bozeman where she met the love of her life Robert Adams at a Rodeo Club meeting. During college she was a member of the Angel Flight drill squad and was crowned Miss McKenzie County in North Dakota. She participated in the Miss North Dakota pageant in 1960.
Robert (Bob) and Sue were married November 19, 1961 in Cartwright, ND at St. Michaels and All Angels Church. To this union they had three daughters; Michelle (Shelly), Annette and Joetta. Bob and Sue raised their family on a farm in the Cartersville area near Rosebud where Sue thoroughly enjoyed cooking for a crew and hired men. Some of her favorite times of the year were branding, harvest and shipping. Later, they built a new home and moved to the family ranch on Horse Creek north of Rosebud. The ranch sold in 2011 due to Bob’s health, so they built a house north of Forsyth on Little Porcupine Road where they made sure to build a dining room large enough to accommodate family gatherings.
While her children were young, Sue was a 4-H leader and taught Sunday school. She was also the organist at the Ascension Episcopal Church, a job she held until her passing. Sue was an active member of the Ascension Episcopal Church where she served on the vestry as the treasurer for as long as most can remember. She was also the treasurer of the Rosebud Cattlewomen, which was originally called CowBelles. Sue joined CowBelles when she moved to Rosebud as a newlywed and has been a member since then. Always active, Sue also helped organize and run the Forsyth Horse Show each June along with her husband and other board members. She was also an election official for more than 20 years.
As the children grew, Sue was busy sewing cheerleading uniforms or traveling to their sporting events. She also helped sew most of the bridesmaid’s dresses for her daughter’s weddings. As her children left home, Sue started selling Avon in 1987 and earned many Mrs. Albee President Club awards as a top seller.
She couldn’t wait to be a grandmother and started following her grandchildren’s activities as soon as they were involved. She never wanted to miss an activity from a band concert to a tournament, confirmation or graduation. She spent countless hours supporting her grandchildren, Chance, Cody and Cordell Weight, Amanda and Jared Thievin, and Bailey and Caton Pearcy.
Sue loved to visit and enjoyed any activity where there were people. That is why she enjoyed her bowling team so much. She never met a stranger. After thorough questioning, she soon figured out someone they knew in common. Her most favorite activity was dancing with Robert. She also enjoyed when they would play cards or get together with friends. Sue and Bob had a cabin at Hell Creek on the Fort Peck Lake north of Jordan, MT where they enjoyed vacations with the family while boating and skiing. Bob and Sue were also fortunate enough to be able to take yearly trips and see many different cities, countries and sights right up to his passing in 2015. As Sue said, “I’ve lived a good life and have no regrets.”
Sue was preceded in death by her mother and father, Bill and Lillian Dobias; her husband Robert, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. She is survived by her daughters Shelly (Craig) Weight of Forsyth, Annette (Mike) Thievin of Scobey, and Joetta (Merrill) Pearcy of Glendive, as well as her seven grandchildren.
Personal condolences to the family and remembrances of Sue may be made at stevensons.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ascension Episcopal Church in Forsyth, the Community Foundation of Northern Rosebud County, the American Cancer Society or a charity of choice.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Friday June 29, 2018
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Saturday June 30, 2018
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Interment
Immediately After the Funeral Service
Saturday June 30, 2018
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth , Montanta 59327
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Friday June 29, 2018
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Saturday June 30, 2018
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Interment
Immediately After the Funeral Service
Saturday June 30, 2018
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth , Montanta 59327
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Arlen & Barbie Kirkaldie says
All our love & Prayers ?
Kay Davis Berdahl says
Shelly, Annette, Joetta and families,
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tim & Maretta says
So sorry for your loss. Love & prYers to all
Cathy Byron says
Shelly and Sisters and All –
I’m shocked to see this. She was in fine form on the organ leading the singing at church the week after we lost Wanda. So sorry for all of you. Sending hugs and prayers your way. You have big shoes to fill.
Beth Leinwand says
Joetta, Annette, and Shelly:
I’m saddened to hear about your mother. She was always so kind and I’ll always remember her with her pretty smile. Prayers and hugs to you.
Beth Leinwand
Jody Crocker Haidle says
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. This just breaks my heart. Thinking and praying for you and your families during this difficult time.
Hugs, Jody
June Cox says
All of Sue’s family
I am so sorry to hear of your loss–such a great lady!
Praying for all of you!
Nancy Pasha says
Shelly, Annette and Joetta
I was so sorry to hear your Mom had left us for a better world. She and your Dad are now back together. Your Mom and Dad were such special people in PeeWee’s and my life. Your Mom will be greatly missed. She was such a strong influence in our community. She had a big heart and love enough to share with anyone who needed that special attention. She was my first friend when I moved to Eastern Montana. I will miss her. Hugs and prayers for all your family. God bless you all.
Bobbie May says
I’m so sad to hear of Sue’s passing. She always greeted everyone with such a welcoming smile. It was always a pleasure to visit whether it was out and about or at Range meetings or events. She will truly be missed.
Joan Leinwand says
Sending my condolences.
Scotty and Judy Ferguson says
Your mother always greeted everyone with a smile. She was compassionate and giving. She is now in her heavenly home and back with your dad. May your families find strength in God’s loving arms.
Nancy Buzard says
Sue will be deeply missed in our community. She always greeted you with a smile no matter how she was feeling.
So sorry for your loss.
Prayers for all of her family.
Connie Brown says
Prayers for Sue’s family as you move forward without her. She always had a smile for everyone and was always very helpful. Along with her family, the community will surely miss her! May she rest in peace with the arms of the Lord wrapped around her!
Diana Robinette says
Sending The Adams family prayers and condolences,
John & Annette Gorton says
So sorry for your loss. Your families are in our prayers during this difficult time.
Jessie Leidholt says
Jim and I are so sorry to hear about the passing of Sue, She was beautiful inside and outside and very talented. She will be terribly missed by all who had the good fortune of knowing her.
Tyler and Julie Cook says
Joetta and family, We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
George and Georgia Bement says
We are so sorry to hear about your mom ,she was a beautiful lady inside and out she will be missed
Pam Beardsley says
Thinking of the family and praying for comfort during this difficult time. Sue was an amazing lady and always had a smile and kind word. I am so very sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Kimberly Adams Lake says
Shelly, Annette, Joetta, and family. I’m so sorry to hear the news of forever sweetheart of a mom. Your entire family has a legacy that will never be forgotten. Sue and Robert always brought wonderful times and memories to the Adams family reunion. I always admire your mom and dad’s dedication to the Lord, and it showed. Prayers and love sent your way. You’re mom always had that wonderful smile and laugh. Prayers for this difficult time.
Joby Parker says
Deepest sympathy to all the family on Sue’s passing. She will be greatly missed by so many people. She was such a friendly and outgoing person who loved life. If you knew Sue she was your friend and would always do her best to give you a hand. Her family was her greatest joy and she was so involved and committed to her children and grandchildren.
Rest in God’s peace and loving arms Sue! You were one of a kind and will not be forgotten.
Bill and Joby Parker
Gary & Sharon Knudson says
So sorry to hear of your moms passing. Robert and Sue have been longtime friends and we will miss them terribly. Our memories will live forever..Gods blessing to the family..
Ron and Carol Moore says
So sad to learn of Sues passing. Always greeted everyone with a smile. Was active with the cowbelles when I lived in Forsyth. The community will miss her. Thoughts and prayers go out to Sues girls and their families
Bill and Rita says
Sue’s middle name should be gracious! What a true lady! So sorry for your loss
Pam and Neal says
Shelly and family
We were so sorry to hear about Sue
Our thoughts and prayers for you as all. She’s at peace
Todd Rowen says
Teresa and I are praying for your family during this time. Your mom was a wonderful lady and so kind to everyone. When we were young teachers starting our career in Rosebud, she was so welcoming, encouraging and kind. We felt as if we’d known your mom our entire lives. We will never forget and are thankful that we were able to know her. The love of a mother is priceless.
Bob Hollister says
Marilyn and Bob Hollister
Shelly, Annette and Joetta, May your memories sustain you at this difficult time. Sue’s positive attitude and friendly demeanor endeared her to all. Please accept our condolences and prayers.
Barb. Heal says
Sue will be missed in so many ways. Her and Bob were good friends, my thoughts and prayers with her family .
Beth (Petro) Brunk says
Shelly, Annette, Joetta,
Your Mom was the definition of classy lady. I always enjoyed visiting with her so much and she has been such a dear friend to my Mom. I am so sorry for your loss and know how close you all were. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lucretia (Adams) Fleming says
So sorry to here about your mom. We always looked forward to seeing her when they came to the Adams reunion in Oklahoma. Robert was my 1st cousin. Our prayers are with you. Bill and Lu Fleming, Norman, OK.
Randy & Janet Randi and Rachel Stanhope says
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. We send all our prayers to you and yours during this very difficult time.
Patty says
Your Mother was one in a million! She will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Dean Holmes says
Sorry to hear about the passing of Sue. Our Prayers.
Duane and Sue Allred says
Such a pretty lady, inside and out, I enjoyed our time working with Avon and anytime we met. Our condolences to the family.
Dawn Biery-Koehn says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this difficult time. I have many fond memories of Sue being part of 4-H and other functions. She was quite a lady!
Peggy Quinlan Certain says
With sympathy on the loss of your mom.
Cindy Lebie says
I’m so sorry to hear of your Moms passing. She was one of the best people I’ve ever known. She will be missed.
James Fontaine says
Shelly, Annette, Joetta and families,
I am so sorry to hear of her passing. You all are in my prayers. She was such a wonderful lady.
God bless you all,
James, Cole, Lillie and Hayden Fontaine
Rebecca Kane says
Joetta and family,
I had the privilege of meeting your parents when I worked at the Billings Clinic. Both were wonderful people, and we shared conversations about Eastern Montana and ranching and farming. Our sincere condolences go out to all of Sue’s family. You have created wonderful memories together, and you can always hold them close to your heart.
Kristi Dayle says
Shelly, Annette, Joetta and family,
So sorry to hear about your Mom. She was always so kind and warm when ever I saw her.
She would light up whenever she would tell me how you girls were doing. Her smile would
Get brighter when she talked about all her grandchildren. Hugs and prayers to get you
Through this time. Lean in on all those memories!
Love, Kristi
Ginny Mitchell says
I am so glad that I had gotten to know Sue years ago when I was involved with Avon. What a remarkable lady. She had such a bright and wonderful personality. God Bless Sue’s family!!
Ginny Mitchell
Shelley Hageman Fogle says
Shelley, Annette and Joetta, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I cherish the many memories we made at Hell Creek! My sincerest condolences
Candy Loehding says
I remember Sue from the 80’s when I was active in Cattlewomen. She was warm, intelligent, and beautiful with great leadership. Thoughts and prayers for her family, especially Shelley, since I got to know her when she taught in Ekalaka.
Beverly and Zeke Nile says
Shelly and family, I am so sorry to hear of Sue’s passing. May your memories together comfort you and your family through this difficult time.
Arleene Weppler says
I have fond memories of meeting Sue through Cattle Women. Sue and I served on the state scholarship committee for several years. She wasps now dancing in heaven with the love of her life. Blessings to all of you .
Patti Decena says
Annette, Shelly & Joetta,
So sorry to hear about your mom. I have many fond memories spending the night in the Adams home. Thinking of all of you today.
Donald Croy says
Am sorry to hear about Sue. She was such a bright and cheery person and active in so many things from Sioux Crossing through highs school in Fairview. My sympathies to you all. Would have liked to come and see all of you, Thelma, Donna and Aone but I have a conflict on that day. God Bless.
Cheryl (Lee) Faranda says
The Lee family is so shocked and saddened to hear of Sue’s passing. She was the “rock” of the Ascension Episcopal Church for decades. She was such a wonderful friend to my mom, Vera Lee who passed a year ago at age 98. Sue, you were much loved, and we now wish you the heavenly peace which you so richly deserve.
Joe and Loy Martens says
Adams Family – Our heartfelt sympathy to you all for your loss. Sue was the sweetest person we knew. It’s so hard to lose a parent and the sorrow squeezes your heart. But the passing of time eases the hurt and eventually you remember all the good times and can laugh again. May you find peace in good memories.
Toynette Rolston says
My heart has been sad since I read Sue’s obituary. I had just asked abut her a couple of months ago and was unaware that I would not get to enjoy her smile, her outgoing personality and her over all goodness again. I have enjoyed my memories of: track meets, floating the river, Avon , dancing at the Country Club and all the other social times we spent together. I share the opinions of others that you were beautiful inside and out Sue. I am glad our life paths crossed.