Viola Young, age 95, of Miles City passed away on Thursday, November 4, 2021 at Holy Rosary Healthcare in Miles City.
Vi was born on October 2, 1926 in Ochre River, Manitoba, Canada to Walter and Caledonia (Walker) Rollinson. She and her six siblings attended the small country school, Hamilton, through the 6th grade and then had to go to Ochre River to finish their schooling. Vi left home and moved to Regina, Saskatchewan where she worked in retail sales. She advanced to the position of Department Manager of women’s clothing at the Simpson’s Store. She and a friend decided to travel to the United States and stopped in Terry, Montana where she met and fell in love with Alvin Young. They were married on December 31, 1956. Following their marriage, they moved to the family ranch at Locate, where they remained until the sale of the ranch in 1977. From this union there were three girls: Gloria, Dawn and Lesa. While on the ranch, Vi was an avid gardener, seamstress, legendary cook and loved to crochet and knit. She was active in the Locate-Knowlton Home Demonstration Club. Upon the sale of the ranch, Alvin and Vi purchased the Alzada Bar & Café in Alzada, Montana where Vi’s cooking became legendary far and wide. In 1992, they sold the Bar and Café and returned to Miles City to retire.
Upon retirement, Vi spent her time cooking for family dinners, painting, tending her flower beds, taking vacations, spending every available moment with her grandchildren and later her great grandchildren attending their sports events and school programs, participating in parades with her 1967 convertible Cadillac, playing cards with various friends and going dancing. Vi had a love of life and a ready smile and kind word for all who knew her.
Vi was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Caledonia, husband Alvin, brothers: Luther, Charles and Eulis; sisters: Nora, Bertha and Gertrude and her daughter Gloria. She is survived by her daughters: Dawn Ludwig and Lesa (Jack Lynch) Young; grandchildren: Tammy (Mike) Wajer, Wendy (Robert) Schenk, Megan (Levi) Gordon, Erin & Ty Kampen, Vanessa (James) Barkell, Chayce (Frieda Lehn) Goton, Hayden (Davonne Humphreys) Goton; great grandchildren: Carley Schenk, Cody Schenk, Kimber Gordon, Hayes Gordon, and Rhianna Barkell and too many nieces and nephews to count.
Family will receive friends on Sunday, November 21, 2021 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the Parlor, 1806 Main Street. Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 22, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow in the Prairie County Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday November 21, 2021
The Parlor
1806 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Monday November 22, 2021
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday November 21, 2021
The Parlor
1806 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Monday November 22, 2021
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Jim and Annalise Willson says
We are so sorry to hear about Vi’. She is the last of the Locate, Mt. area ranch people. Many memories of the Young families over the years. May you rest in peace Vi. Prayers to your family.
Jim and Annalise Willson
Ann and Ron Roberts says
I remember Vi when we lived at Locate years ago. She was always smiling and so nice. Thoughts and prayers for her family. Ann and Ron Roberts
Cyndy Young Schimke says
I remember as a young child going to the ranch and staying with Uncle Alvin and Aunt Vi. Such fond memories. Vi was always so soft spoken and gracious. RIP to a class act.
Christina Ostendorf says
I knew Vi through the Locate-Knowlton Homemakers club and for many years enjoyed her wry humorous comments and caring comments. She was definitely a strong country woman with a great sense of style. I have missed her since her health became too poor to attend. Our condolences to her family from the Ostendorf family- Rosalie, Mark and Christina Ostendorf and kids
Marilyn & Jim May says
What a fun & classy lady. I so enjoyed Homemaker’s club with her and just awhile ago in Plevna. Vi and her family had come for
basketball games & supper at the Plevna Bar… all nine of them in her white limo!! What a special visit with her. Blessings & special memories for her family,
Marilyn & Jim May
Sharon Bixler Oftedal says
I remember the entire Locate community (such that it was) being completely dazzled by the petite vivacious blonde that Al brought to the Powder River. Vi definitely perked things up, and was a real asset!
LWS GRAHAM says
OUR FAMILY REMEMBERS VI SO WELL. SHE WAS A GREAT FRIEND OF OUR MOTHER AND THE ENTIRE LOCATE COMMUNITY. ALWAYS LAUGHING AND HAPPY. GOD BLESS YOU VI.
Christine Wiggins (Robertson) says
To Aunt Vi’s family. So very sorry to hear of your Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma’s passing. She was the last remaining member of my Mom’s family. I have lots of fond memories of her trips to Canada. I’ve thought about her quite a bit over the last few years wondering how she was doing. May she rest in peace. She will be missed.
Marj Anderson says
Oh Vi,
Knowing Vi from the Locate Knowlton Homemakers group I can recount many occasions that Vi attended. Always classy and a little sassy. Sweetest lady ever. Thoughts for your family.
John Munsell says
I met Vi & Al when they had the Alzada cafe, and they purchased meat at my plant. It was always a treat to see them, and an especial treat eating at their cafe. They were both so cordial, friendly, and accomodating. Vi was a glitsy lady, full of zest, and she treated us like we had always been life-long friends. A never-ending smile, and a desire to chat about anything. Oh, if only the world were full of folks like Vi & Al.
Lori Williams says
The most beautiful woman I have ever met. I felt blessed just being in her presence. My condolences to Dawn my sister and those beautiful grandchildren and greats. My heart is broken selfishly for myself. I loved her, and she knew that. Look over me my lady. You will always have a special place in my heart! 🌹💃☀️
Lori Williams says
Dawn please call me (406) 557-7114
Don and Dorcas Lee says
Don and I send our sympathy and love to you all. Knowing you and your parents was a great plus in our lives. Sorry to have missed the service but know we were thinking of you.
Linda Ritchot (Robertson) says
To Dawn and Lisa and all of your family. I was lucky enough to visit your mom and dad on the ranch. I have your mom’s name as my middle name.All of the family use to be so excited whenever all of you would be coming for a visit.My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rest In Peace aunt Vi.
Wes Wes Malenovsky says
WE MISS YOU AND AL RIP BLESS WES &JAN MAGIC