Beth Waddington, age 60, peacefully passed away with family at her side November 27, 2021 due to a 7 year long battle with brain cancer. Beth knew where she was going and that Jesus was waiting for her with arms wide open.
Beth was born January 7, 1961 in Grand Junction, CO to Art and MaryBeth Ross. She graduated high school in Moab, UT. She married Aaron Waddington on March 1, 1980 at the Assembly of God church in Moab, UT.
Beth liked to craft and enjoyed making beautiful unique cards for people. She also loved to garden and could make about anything grow whether it was her vegetable garden or flower beds.
Beth modeled the character of Jesus as a wife and mother. She was selfless, putting her husband and children before herself. She was an example of a godly woman for her children and grandchildren to follow. She had such a sweet and gentle spirit and those that had the privilege of knowing or meeting her were blessed to have done so. She loved to worship her Savior and now she is with Him, worshipping Him face to face! She has left a beautiful legacy and will be missed by so many.
Beth is survived by her husband Aaron Waddington of Rosebud, daughter Tiffany and husband Charlie Johnson of Forsyth, daughter Angela and husband Cody Carlile of TX, daughter Leesa and husband Brian Buonagurio of Hysham, son Eric Waddington of Forsyth, grandchildren Emerald, Chloe, Trey, Jo Beth, David Aaron, Savannah, Judah, Levi, Adam, Jameson, parents Art and MaryBeth Ross, brother Tom and June Ross, brother Steve and Jennie Ross.
A private family graveside service will be held on Thursday, December 2, 2021 in Miles City. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Forsyth. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Private Family Service
Thursday December 2, 2021
Old Calvary Cemetery
Cemetery Road
Miles City, MT 59301
Celebration of Life
1:00 p.m.
Saturday December 4, 2021
First Baptist Church
1625 Cedar Street
Forsyth, MT 59327
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Tiffany says
Mom was a caring person who always put others above herself. She loves Jesus and honored Him in everything she did.
Eric says
Mom loved Jesus and had a heart of worship to Him! She gave all for her children, and poured her entire self into prayer! It’s been a long 7 years, but you are now comfortable in your savior’s presence. I love you mom
Dawne says
Beth was a wonderful mother, wife and Grandma. She was also a wonderful friend and had such an impact on so many lives. I am so glad that God put her (and her family)in my life. She will continue to be a blessing and encouragement for me and many others. My eyes have tears, but my heart knows that Beth is where we all want to be at the end of our life. God bless and comfort you all.
Dawne Buck
Mike & Myrna Higgins says
deepest sympathy and prayers for the Waddington family from Mike and Myrna Higgins
Mimi Nickel says
My heart goes out to the Waddington family & friends. Your sister in Christ
Doug & Valerie says
Our dear Beth has gone Home after a long seven years of trusting the Lord through the struggles caused by the effects of her illness. She will be missed immensely!! We look forward to the day we will see her again. In the meantime, we will encourage each other with the many wonderful memories we have of this Godly woman. We are blessed to have had her as our friend. Our thoughts & prayers reach out to each of you who are her beloved family members!!!
Jackie Stevens says
I went to school with Beth in Moab. She was such a sweet person. My prayers are with her family at this very difficult time.
Pam Frazier Christiansen says
I also went to school in Moab with Beth and was very lucky to call her my friend. My prayers go out to her family at this time. May they be comforted with Heavenly Father’s Love.
Rita FitzGerald says
God puts rays of sunshine in each of our lives. Beth was a bright burst of sunshine for me! When I visited her, she ended up making me feel better even though I hoped to do the same for her. Aaron, I can still see her at the round table at the restaurant eating a quesadilla and helping me giving you a bad time.
May Our Precious Lord grant you comfort and when you reach Heaven she will be running and singing through the flowers.
Love to all of you— Rita
Freida Rogers says
I went to school in Moab with Beth . She was a sweet friend. When she moved to Washington state I also was living in Washington and it was so sweet when we ran into each other to Washington state fair we hugged and jumped up and down I’m so excited to see each other and meet each other‘s children wish they were very small that time I’ve always had a very good memories of Beth ❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼. I know she’s in heaven now in peace were the ones that are at peace because we’re gonna miss her she love God so much and she was his loyal servant I will miss you Beth💗. Sending hugs and prayers to her and to her brothers and her mom and dad for entire family .
Savannah Rose says
My nana was a beautiful and worthy example of a kind and God pursuing woman. Anytime I would have troubles she would always be there to listen and give me comfort. She cared so much for her family and always prayed over each one of us. I just know now she smiles from heaven looking at her beloved family with the peace that she’s finally healed. She was the strongest, sweetest, most heartfelt, and God fearing woman I strive to be one day. She was a blessing that never went shadowed. I’m happy to say she finally won and claimed victory over the battle with cancer!
Kimber Frazier (Aaron’s niece) says
Aunt Beth……. A sweet, gentle soul; with a quiet quick wit! She set a wonderful example for all of what it is to be Christ-like. She has finally won her war and is victorious in the arms of Jesus! Love to those that will feel the lose the most.
Chloe Starcher says
My Nana was the perfect example of what a follower of God looks and acts like. She always has been from day one. Although she is not here with me right now I know she is up in heaven rejoicing with the Lord, dancing and praising him. She has always been the best nana anyone could ever ask for, she would read me bed time stories, and even let me help her cook. But best of all she would make the best tea parties in the world. I remember Savannah, Emmi, and me would always try to peak at the tea party before she was even done setting it up. She was super craft full and made the best cards. She was super caring and so sweet, even when she was mad or having a bad day. She had been fight brain cancer for 7 long years, but she hasn’t lost but have won and is in heaven right now looking down at us. I love you nana, always and forever ♾ ❤️🕊
Dennis Kenney says
To the family of Beth. My prayers for all the family. I know in my heart that Beth is in a better place.
Donna Marlow says
To all the family of Beth I want at send you all
Prayers. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Lynnette Watson says
To Aaro Waddington and family my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. She was a very sweet lady I was blessed to know her.she I going to be missed by all. Lynnette Watson
Brenna McIntyre says
I had no idea the day I met Leesa that it would turn into a lifetime of friendship, and that I would be blessed enough to meet her entire family, including her beautiful mother. I have many fond memories of Beth. She would bring me eggs every week many years ago, and I always looked forward to her stopping by. One of the times she dropped eggs off it was Mother’s Day, I didn’t have any family around that day, it was just me and the kids. She gave me the eggs like she always did, chatted for a few minutes and left. A few hours later, the doorbell rings and it was Beth again. She had come back to wish me a Happy Mother’s Day and give me a houseplant as a gift. She said that since her daughters and grandchildren were out of state at the time, and she knew my mom lived out of state, she figured she’d give me a gift like she would give her daughters for Mother’s Day, and since my mom wasn’t around to give me a gift she took it upon herself to do so. That is one of my favorite memories of Beth, she made everyone feel special, loved and important every time we saw her, a reflection of her character and how special she herself was. It meant so much to me that she wanted to be there for me as a motherly figure when no one else was. She made me feel like family, and I cherish those memories of her so very much. She is one of the most kind, selfless people I’ve ever known, and her gentle and caring spirit lives on in her children and grandchildren who I’ve had the privilege of knowing and becoming friends with. I am deeply saddened by the news of Beth’s passing, my sympathy is with her family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Sue Brough says
My heart is both sadend and rejoicing. Beth has transcended this life, and is safe in the arms of her Lord and savior, Jesus Christ.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family for comfort.
Katherine Smith says
Beth was a dear friend to me and my mother. We were brought together to help each other, to laugh, cry, to pray and encourage each other. The fellowship was sweet and uplifting. Beth cared about others and she reached out many times to me and my mother. We loved Beth dearly. I envision her and Mom having a good time, free of pain and sorrow.
She loved The Lord and was salt and light. She will sure be missed by many. May God comfort her family. She is healed!!!
Mike Allex says
Beth was my only female cousin. She stood her ground with her two brothers and me in the house when I lived with them in my 20’s. She loved the Lord very much. Beth always liked to laugh. My time at their house was the best. Having Beth as my cousin was a blessing. I’m sorry I didn’t stay as close as a cousin should have been, but I’ll always remember you as one who shines brighter than a star. I know you’re with Jesus now and are okay.
Always your cousin….Mike
Gina Schlagel says
My heart is broken for the family and the loss that is felt so deeply. I have loved Beth for as long as I can remember. Such a sweet, funny soul and a steadfast friend. So grateful for having called her friend and have this hope in seeing her again; whole, happy and waiting for all of us to come home. Love and prayers to all of the family.
Ava Fisher says
I haven’t seen Beth in so many years, but I will always be thankful I knew her. I was best friends with her daughter Angela for many years and as a result, I spent a fair amount of time in their home. Beth comforted me and prayed for me many times when I was struggling. She always had kind and wise words for me and treated me like one of her own when I was in her home. I am happy for her and know she is exactly where she deserves to be. My deepest condolences to the family, I know she loved you fiercely and that is a great loss. I know you will see her again, but this earth is hard to bear without those who make this life sweeter. Prayers and love.
Patsy Davis says
Aaron & Family,
My sincere sympathy and prayers to all of you during this heartbreaking time. I never met Beth, but you were such a loving and dedicated husband, Aaron. Stay strong and God Bless you all! Patsy from B & C Oil
Tyrell and Jessica says
Tyrell: My earliest memories of Aunt Beth embody her character and the beautiful person that she is. I would have been around 8, they were living at Camp 8 for Parminers, I had borrowed the original Star Wars and we had watched it together, I remember Aunt Beth laughed and enjoyed it with us. The fact that she took the time to sit and watch it with me and enjoy it, meant alot. At least that’s how I remembered it.
She had a true servants heart that was shown every time I was around her, whether it was in cooking amazing meals for a crew (which I remember was quiet a feat during a specific calving season ) or just being around her, she always made me, a nervous kid, feel welcome and comfortable. Our visits were always fun, as she recollected the good times she had with my mom, Erin, especially during the 2 years they lived in Arizona. From the stories they shared, it would have taken quite the gals to move with little kids around the cow shacks, basically camping out , during that period of time. They always shared a good laugh.
I will miss the pure awesomeness of the person that she is, and how she left you always feeling blessed.
Jessica: The time I had the privilege and honor to know Beth was all too short. She was one of those people that was easy to visit with, and made you feel like you had always known her. Her heart truly exemplified a life rooted in her Savior. You could see and feel the love of Jesus every time you were around her. So, like the multitude of people that feel the void that Beth’s passing has left behind, I also rejoice for her, that she has won the victory in her race, for the joy that is now before her. We miss you Beth!
Rocky and Carol Plympton says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. You are all a witness to the community. May God lift you up above these turbulent waters. This is not our home but what a hope we all have in the one to come. Hugs.
Audrey Haumschild says
What a sweet lady. Thank yous for letting us be a part of her life. She is at peace and pain free now. Hugs and prayers are with you all ❤ 🙏 .
Ivy Partridge says
Beth was such a sweet lady. We grew up on Moab at the Assembly of God church together. Had many sleep overs at each others house. We lived close again in Fredonia Az. She was a light to the world. Love you do mych. You are in Gods arms now. Prayers and Love to you Aaron and family
Cindy Whiteman says
I know Beth now sees Jesus face-to-face, is being held by Him, and is no longer in pain. She was such a blessing to me when you attended church and worshiped at Hardin Open Bible. She always had a smile and shared Jesus’ Love with all of us. I lift you all up in prayer. May you be surrounded with the Love, Comfort, and Grace of Jesus.
Peggy says
Aaron and family; my prayers and thoughts are with you all. It was a privilege to care for her. Such a sweet lady.