Virginia Carol Struthers
On the evening of February 16, 2022, Virginia passes away unexpectedly at home, after a short battle with cancer, while being attended to by family members. Virginia was 70 years old.
She was born in Roundup, MT, in Musselshell County. She was the third child and first daughter of Helen Louise and Thomas Leon Devine.
Virginia’s family lived at various locations in Musselshell County and Park County in Montana, following her dad from logging site to logging site. The family eventually bought a home along the road to Clyde Park in 1959. The home was close to a little county school called Grannis School. At this school Virginia met her future husband, Lester William Struthers. Virgina attended Grannis School from 2nd grade all the way through 8th grade.
Virginia was a very outgoing person, with an “I Can Do Anything” attitude. She liked to help her dad and her brothers log when she could. Virginia liked to load logs on the truck and wasn’t afraid to run the loader. She also loved horses and had an Arabian mare in grade school. She even broke a colt and showed him in 4-H with the Grannis Challengers 4-H Club.
Virginia’s siblings are: Gary (Charlene) Devine, Terry (Diane) Devine, Eileen (Blaine) Schweigert, Lois (Jim) Smith, Karen (Ed) Kessler, Doris (Shannon) Guse.
Virginia married Lester William “Bill” Struthers on November 29, 1969 at Saint Mary’s Church in Livingston, Montana. They followed road construction in the early years.
They had two children; Shane Lee was born in Livingston on May 28, 1970 and Billie Louise was born on December 4, 1971 in Sheridan, Wyoming. In 1972 the family moved to Colstrip, Montana.
Bill started at the mine and became a Field Maintenance Supervisor. Virginia worked at the Sheriff’s Office as head dispatcher for 12 years, did clerical work for the Judge and was an EMT for 10 years. She also worked for General Electric, COP Construction and did ranch work for Gary and Ginger DeCock.
Virginia’s grandchildren are Cory Lee, Tori Louise and Kaden William. Her great grandchildren are Adryan Bryce and Sylvia Louise Arneson.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Condolences can be made to the family be visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
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Patty Delaney says
Just learned of Virginia’s passing and want to extend my condolences. Her sister-in-law Wanda, is my daughter-in-law. Praying for healing to the family and that many happy memories help you as you grieve her loss. Bless you.
George & Julie says
Oh Bill and family…
George and I are so sorry for your loss.
Hang in there. Prayers for comfort and peace.
Bob and Mary Ann Whitehead says
So sorry to hear of Virginia ‘s passing. Ours thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Audrey Watson says
Wishing you peace and comfort in the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart ❤️
Duane and Sue Allred says
We would like to offer our condolences to the Struthers family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cyndi Purdon says
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked at the Sheriff’s Office with Virginia, she taught me many life lessons. Prayers for her family during this difficult time.
Darrell l Brabec says
Prayers for her family at this time such a loss. Many families benefitted by Virginia’s EMT work with the ambulance and as a dispatcher.
Selena Diane Smith says
such heartbreak when losing the pillar of the family, a community and friends that become family. some of the best times in my life were the pig roast / bonfires held by the Struthers family. prayers of peace and love Struthers family. FRIP Virgina.
Joe & Marita Novasio says
Bill and family we are sorry hearing of Virginia’s passing. Your family has always been special friends with a hauler full of memories. The last Colstrip days watching the fire works with You and Virginia, sitting in the lawn chairs laughing and giggling about old times, will now be special as we remember Virginia.
Larry & Joanne Schrupp says
Virginia was always so nice and easy to visit with. Praying for you all to have peace.
Larry Reinlasoder says
My condolences to Bill and family. I knew and was friends with Virginia and Bill with the Sheriff’s Office. She was a great person
Loni Hartman says
I am so very sorry for your loss. She was such a kind and loving lady. I will miss visiting with her especially during spring when she would always bring me bundles of asparagus. We would visit and laugh. She always had a homemade remedy to fix a ailment and I would always try it. She was a lady with such a big heart. May she RIP. God bless you all.
Lane Bos says
Sorry to hear of your loss Bill. Rachel and I have good memories of visiting Virginia and you at your place, many years ago. Just letting you know we are thinking of you in these tough times.
Kaden William Brouillette Struthers says
Virginia was an amazing grandmother… and was my best friend. She was kind and loving to everyone that she met, even those that she didnt know. Every day she lived she thought of as a blessing. I don’t believe that I have a favorite memory with her, as every memory was so wonderful, and was a blessing to my heart and soul. She did so much for those she loved, and was always willing to lend a helping hand. All of us miss you Virginia.
Lindie Gibson says
hi Bill – I just had breakfast with Terry this morning at the Pray Cafe and learned of Virginia’s passing away.. I am so sorry for your loss…. My thoughts go with your children as well…. Sincerely, Lindie Fink Gibson – Class of ’71
Leon Helmer says
Just now heard about Virginia. Sorry for your loss.
Monte Wilke says
Bill:
So sorry to finally hear of Virginia’s passing. Sorry for your loss.