Viola Heberle passed away January 30, 2013 in Billings, MT. Wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. She will be greatly missed by many.
Viola was born March 11, 1930 to Preston and Mary Leming in Battlecreek, MI. She grew up in Hysham, MT and graduated from Hysham High School in 1949. She met the love of her life Raymond Heberle when she was 16 years old at a dance in Sanders, MT. They married on August 11, 1951 and lived in Custer MT. They had two children RaDonna and Todd.
The family moved to Forsyth MT in 1967. Viola lived doing what she loved the most; being a wife, mother and later, grandmother. She loved Christmas and each generation will carry memories of those special occasions we shared with her.
Viola was preceded in death by her husband Ray, parents Preston and Mary Leming, and a brother Joe Leming, .
She is survived by children RaDonna McComb of Billings, MT, Todd (Tracy) Heberle of Forsyth, MT. Four grandchildren Kris (Cheryl) Crosby, and their children Ethan and Elias of Waseca, MN, Jessica (Clay) Blackwell and their children Hailey, Hunter, Heather, Hannah, and Hudson of Forsyth, MT, Michael McComb of Billings, MT, Adey (Anthony) DeSocio and their children Brooklynn and Benton of Billings, MT, a sister MaryDell (Gary) Baker of Sula, MT, Charles Leming of Billings, MT, Glen (Rexine) Leming of Springfield, MO, and David (Linda) Leming of Salem, OR.
Services will be held at the Federated Church in Forsyth, MT on February 2, 2013 with Pastor Cathy McLean officiating. Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth is assisting the family with these arrangements and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com
Memorial may be made to Rosebud Healthcare Center of Forsyth or Rocky Mountain Hospice in Billings, MT.
Service Schedule
Visitation
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Friday February 1, 2013
Chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 pm to 6:00 PM
Friday February 1, 2013
Chapel of Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home of Forsyth
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Saturday February 2, 2013
Federated Church
1180 Cedar
Forsyth, MT 59327
Graveside Service
Following Services
Saturday February 2, 2013
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, MT 59327
Service Schedule
Visitation
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Friday February 1, 2013
Chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 pm to 6:00 PM
Friday February 1, 2013
Chapel of Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home of Forsyth
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Saturday February 2, 2013
Federated Church
1180 Cedar
Forsyth, MT 59327
Graveside Service
Following Services
Saturday February 2, 2013
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, MT 59327
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ariel says
May the hope of Psalms 34:18 bring the Heberle family much comfort during this time, God’s word assures us that he sees the difficulties and hard times that we go through. He will help you and your family in this time of sorrow. We can also look forward to a time when death will be no more (Revelation 21: 3, 4). Taking in accurate knowledge of the living God Jehovah assures us better times ahead.
Barb and Dick Allard says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this devastating time.
Alfred & Debbie Anderson says
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this most difficult time. May God bless and comfort you; God is with us at all times bringing us His peace which surpasses all undertanding and carries us through our sorrows. While our loved ones are never forgotten, we can be comforted by the knowledge that we will see them again in a better place.
Pat & Ed Herold says
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Just remember all those wonderful menories that you will have forever. In the short time we have known Vi we will have fun memories.
Colette Pedder Butcher says
RaDonna & Todd
With sincere sympathy to you and your families. Cherish your wonderful memories of your Mom as they will help you in the days to come. Our paths crossed many times while we were growing up as we shared Heberle cousins and attended many get-togethers when the whole Heberle gang was there. It was always a good time. You parents were very special people and were a big part of the Forsyth community. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gerald and Jayne Tallent says
Todd and family
Our thoughts and prayers for you . May God bless you, and comfort you.
Joby and Bill Parker says
Dear Heberle family,
Deepest sympathy to all of you. Vi will be greatly missed.
Bill and Joby Parker
Kay Crosby Dooley says
RaDonna, Todd, Kris and all of Vi’s Family
My heart is heavy with your loss. I pray your wonderful memories will bring you comfort in the days to come. I wish I could be with you in your celebration of a life well lived, you will be in my thoughts.
Love Kay
Nancy Branum says
Radonna and Todd,
I was so surprised to hear of your loss. Your mom was a good friend to me when we lived next door to your family in Forsyth. She always had time for a bottle of pepsi and conversation with friends, and also shared her Tom & Jerry batter with me which took some coaxing. (that was her own receipe and was very good) She was the first person I called when I broke my finger, and she was right there to help me. Cherish those memories of your loved one and then those memoires become a treasure. God blessings to your families during this sad time in your lives.
carole leming says
To all of Vi’s family we didn’t get to see Vi very often but the times that we did she was always so loving, fun and so outgoing. Our prayers are with all of you. We will miss her.
This is such a beautiful picture of her. From all of her cousins in Decatur, Il.
Barbara Stevens says
RaDonna, Todd, and families,
It won’t be the same coming back to Montana and your mom not being there. One of our fondest vacations was at a beach house near Santa Cruz with your Mom, Dad and Kris. Long walks on the beach, running through the surf and playing games at night, we had a great time!!
Then there were the strudela parties when we would come to MT! When I lost my husband it was Vi who stayed on to comfort and help me. The last time I was back there I stayed with Vi. I loved her and will miss her terribly. May God’s presence she you through your grief.
Michael Speelman says
Todd, and Family we are very saddened to hear of the Loss of your Mother. Hang in there We’ll keep your family in our Prayers.
Clenora Quinlan says
We’ll all miss Vi, she was a wounderful person. Vi made my wedding cake, and then later, i got to share in her creations at the bakery/deli at the grocery store.. This gal the whole town loved. Rest In Peace Vi till we meet again we hold you in our hearts.
Gordon and Gaile Heimbuch says
Todd, RaDonna and families, we were so sorry to hear of Vi’s passing. We are holding you all in prayer through this difficult time.
Larry and June Cox says
All of Vi’s Family
We are so very sorry to hear of Vi’s passing She was a wonderful person
and will be missed by the whole community.
God Bless all of you.
Curt and Cathy Fleming says
Please accept our condolences on the loss of Vi. She always had a smile and something to say to everyone. She will be missed and our prayers are with you and your families.
May God keep you in his heart and make your memories happy ones.
Carol Ferguson Moore says
RaDonna and Todd,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May your memories give you comfort at this time.
Chuck and Sue Nissen says
May God wipe your tears during this sad and difficult time; may your memories make you smile and keep Vi forever close. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Donnie and Paula Peplow says
May your memories, family, and friends comfort you in your time of sorrow.