Thaida Batey of Forsyth passed from this world to the next on Monday, July 3, 2017 at the age of 83. She was surrounded by her entire family. Thaida was born July 14, 1933 in Ashland Montana to Les and Mary Beatty Snodgrass. She spent her youth in Ashland, later graduating high school from Rosebud High in 1951. She married her husband, Ray Batey on February 2,1952.
Ray and Thaida lived on the Rosebud Creek and operated the Batey Ranch for 46 years. Thaida was often found operating haying equipment and preparing meals for hay and thrashing crews. Thaida was well known for her delicious meals and baked goods. She enjoyed her home and loved to entertain. In 2000, the ranch sold and Ray and Thaida moved into Forsyth.
Thaida’s greatest joy came from her six grandchildren. Every summer the grandchildren would attend “Grandma Camp“. Over the years, many nieces and nephews also spent time at the “Grandma Camp“. One of her favorite sayings was, “Grandchildren are your gift from God for not killing your own”.
She was a founding member of the Rosebud / Treasure Cowbells, a member of the Federated Church, Forsyth Country Club, and Eastern Star. Her hobbies included, golf, bowling, and playing cards with friends.
She is survived by her husband, Ray of 65 years; son, Dee (Shelly) Batey of Belgrade; daughter, Cindy, of Henderson, NV; six grandchildren: Devon, Jordan (Natasha), Amanda, Meghan, Briane, and George; brother, Ralph (Mary) of Billings; sisters, Sharon (Gary) Knudson of Great Falls, and Leslie Morin (Lyman) of Ashland; along with many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers: Dicky, Jim, and Albert: sisters: Helen, Phyllis Watters, Audrey Bjerke, and Ilo Maak.
Services will be held at 11:00 at Stevenson and Sons Funeral home in Forsyth, with interment at the Forsyth Cemetery. A reception will follow at Stevenson and Sons.
Memorials can be made in her name to a charity of one’s choice.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Friday July 7, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 West Wind Lane
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Luncheon
12:30 PM
Friday July 7, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Friday July 7, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 West Wind Lane
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Luncheon
12:30 PM
Friday July 7, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
Forsyth, Montana 59327
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Nancy Purkett says
I am so sorry!
Diana Robinette says
Sending prayers to Ray, Cindi and Dee, send my thoughts and prayers up for you all, keep all the good memories and fun times of you wife and mom.
Julie LaBree Stephens says
Oh no! I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you Ray, Cindy, Dee and families. I have nothing but fond memories of your parents. Give your Dad a hug from me.
Debbie Anderson says
Ray, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you will keep your memories close and enjoy them so you can feel her presence there with you. Always enjoyed visiting with you in the physical therapy department. Take care. Debbie Anderson
Sharon Wetsch says
To all of the Batey family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers.
Susan Stabelfeldt says
Cindy, Dee and Ray
Sorry to hear of the passing of Thaida. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Rocky & Carol Plympton says
So sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love to all. Rocky and Carol
Joan Leinwand says
Sending my condolences.
LINDA RONNING says
you are in my thoughts and prayers
Cathy Byron says
Shelly and Dee and Family –
My sympathy and prayers are with all of you. It’s tough to say goodbye to a Mother.
Treasure the good times. Her legacy lives on in your children.
Roxie Davis says
I am so sorry for your loss.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lane L. Larson says
So many fond memories of Thaida and her family. Sorry for your loss.
Kirsten and Jack Crocker says
So sorry for your loss. Thaida was a wonderful lady.
Terri and Charlie Brown says
Ray and family,
We were so sad to hear of Thaida’s passing. May all your great memories sustain you through this difficult time. We send our love and prayers.
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
So sorry for your loss. My sincere sympathy to all of the family, but especially Ray, Dee & Cindy.
A former ranch hands wife, Dolores Meidinger Willson
Diane says
My heartfelt condolences to the family during this difficult time.The bible makes this comforting promise,”God is close to the brokenhearted;He saves those who are crushed in spirit.”(Psalms 34:18)
Karson and Marie Kluver says
To The Family of Thaida Batey
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Enjoyed many wonderful visits with Thaida.
Norman Willson says
So sorry to learn of Thaida’s passing. We still laugh about the good times at the Shriner’s convention in Bozeman.
Norman and Laura Jane Willson
Dennis & Diane Hubbard says
We are sorry to hear of Thaida’s passing. May all your precious memories bring you comfort at this sad time.
LeeAnn (Muri) Lees says
i was so sorry to hear that Thaida had passed away. She was such a nice lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless.
Cathy and Curt Fleming says
Ray and family – we were sorry to hear Thaida had passed away. May your memories keep you sustained during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Robin Tooke says
Ray,Cindy, Dee and families – I am so sorry to hear of Thaida’s passing. God Bless you in the days and weeks to come and may he keep you strong. Let your wonderful memories hold you up and make you smile in this time of sadness. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Loni Hartman says
Ray and family. I am so very sorry for the loss of sweet Thaida. I will miss seeing and visiting her at the dentist office. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Loni Hartman