Virginia Lou “Snooks” Murnion, age 86, of Jordan, Montana went to meet her Lord on June 19th, 2021 from her earthly home.
She was born August 2nd, 1934 in Buffalo, Wyoming to Ada and A.R. “Slim” Hays. The family moved to Jordan, Montana in 1941. They moved in at night and she was very disappointed to wake up in the morning and not see the mountains. Snooks loved riding her little black horse Cricket around the Missouri Breaks and had a special love for Cow Camp. She made her first communion in 1942 and was confirmed in 1948 at St. John’s the Baptist Catholic Church in Jordan. When she was 12 years old, she was joined by her best friend and sister Linda. Snooks graduated from Garfield County High School in 1952, the same school that Coleman and all their children graduated from. On August 4th, 1952 she married Coleman Murnion, following their wedding they lived in a sheep wagon. They farmed and ranched on the Woody Creek of Haxby Point for a number of years, they then moved to Brusett for a short time before finally moving to the family home. Snooks had an open-door policy, whether it was a meal, a visit or a bed that was needed, everyone was welcome in her home. She was known around the community for her famous dinner rolls. Snooks enjoyed traveling; whether it was a day trip with her sons, a visit to the girls, or her pilgrimages to Mexico and Lourdes. She was very devoted to her faith and to the rosary.
Snooks is survived by her children: Gerald (Lori) Murnion of Jordan, Rosanne (Dean) Curran of Cordova, AK, Mary Murnion of Jordan, Dixon (Becky) Murnion of Sand Springs, MT, Zane (Britt) Murnion of Jordan, MT, Jenny (John) Frady of Jordan, MT, Fred (Shauna) Murnion of Cohagen, MT, Vince (Lana) Murnion of Winnett, MT, Sam (Tara) Murnion of Winnett, MT, Lee (Toni) Murnion of Jordan, MT, Lucy Peterson of Biloxi, MS, Jesse Murnion of Jordan, MT, Abe (Shanna) Murnion of Jordan, MT, Ben (Natalie) Murnion of Jordan, MT, and Leo (Valerie) Murnion of Jordan, MT, as well as a sister Linda (Jim) Peters of Belfry, MT. She loved and adored everyone of her 66 grandchildren and 51 great grandchildren. Her granddaughter Nicole lived with her for 6 years. Snooks was immensely proud of having over 100 direct descendants. She is preceded in death by her husband Coleman, her parents Slim and Ada, her son Charles Murnion, a grandson Joshua, and a great granddaughter Maria Rose.
Family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at St. John’s the Baptist Catholic Church followed by a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the Garfield High School Gym. Rite of Committal will follow in the Pioneer Cemetery. Condolences may be made to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to EWTN or St. John’s the Baptist Catholic Church in her name.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday June 22, 2021
St. John's the Baptist Catholic Church
Jordan, MT 59337
Vigil Service
7:00 p.m.
Tuesday June 22, 2021
St. John's the Baptist Catholic Church
Jordan, Montana 59301
Funeral Mass
10:00 a.m.
Wednesday June 23, 2021
Garfield County High School Gymnasium
Jordan, Montana 59337
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday June 22, 2021
St. John's the Baptist Catholic Church
Jordan, MT 59337
Vigil Service
7:00 p.m.
Tuesday June 22, 2021
St. John's the Baptist Catholic Church
Jordan, Montana 59301
Funeral Mass
10:00 a.m.
Wednesday June 23, 2021
Garfield County High School Gymnasium
Jordan, Montana 59337
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Candy (Bolllinger) Huseby says
Thoughts and prayers to all the family. She was a wonderful person and always treated me like family. She will be missed by all. God Bless
Larry BARNES says
Prayers to all of the family. Snooks was a special Lady, and she had the strongest faith of anyone that I have ever known. She will be forever missed by everyone that ever knew her.
Muff Engdahl says
My thoughts and prayers to all of Snook’s family. She was such a beautiful special lady. Strong in her faith, a smile that lit up the room and a friend to all that knew her. She will be missed by all. Cherish your wonderful memories, hold them close in your hearts.
KJ Ellington says
Snooks was such a wonder neighbor. She was so kind and generous with her garden and we loved to visit when we saw her. Our prayers are with your family.
Susan Rogge says
Snooks was a most generous and compassionate woman. Praying and sending my condolences to all the family.
Bill & Madonna Ryan says
She was a wonderful person and raised a good bunch of kids and grandkids our thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends
Jo Ryan says
Snooks was like a second Mom. I truly loved visiting with her. She was so optimistic. She was the strongest person I have ever known. Her faith got her though many trials in her life. Things got really grim at times, but there was always something good that come out of it. I do not know anyone that I admired more than Coleman and Snooks. They always took time to visit.
Murnion family I feel you were truly blessed with the parents you had.
Alvin and gloria shawver says
Just to let you know we are praying for all of you. May you turn to the God of all comfort at this time.
Tom and Kathy Wankel says
So hard to say goodbye! Sending our thoughts, prayers and sympathy for the entire family. We hope knowing that you have friends who share in your grief will help to lift you up.
Jack Fleming says
Whenever I would work a funeral Snooks would never trust me to take her dinner rolls to the kitchen. Smart lady!!
Connie Blonigen says
I was saddened to hear of Snooks’ passing. Always enjoyed visiting with her. My sincere condolences to her family.
Cindy Stanton-LeBlanc says
All of Snooks’ family are in my prayers. She was the most faithful woman I have ever known. I admired her a great deal. She was so generous and her smile absolutely lit up any room. She raised wonderful children and grandchildren and took so much interest in other kids.
I am forever grateful to Snooks and for having the privilege to have known her. She made my life better.
May you all find peace and comfort in God.
Howard Shawver says
Murnion Family
I am very sorry to learn of your Mother’s passing. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Howard and Alyssa Shawver family
Carol Williams says
Snooks was one of the most gracious ladies I’ve ever known. She will be missed by so many .
Sandra Barclay says
Thinking of all of you and sending prayers of comfort. Snooks was a precious jewel…she will be missed by many. So sorry for your loss.
Maureen Marko says
My thoughts and prayers are for all my cousins. It’s so hard to loose Mom’s they are such pillars in our family. Her love for everyone was unconditional. Fly high Snooks May you RIP. Maureen (Murnion) and Vince Marko
Maureen Marko says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Snooks family.. It’s so hard to loose Mom’s they are such Special people, I think it’s their unconditional love they had for each of us. Fly high Snooks May you RIP. God Bless Maureen (Murnion) and Vince Marko
Dianna Willis says
I wish to send my prayers and condolences to Snooks family. I went to school with some of her children and she will be missed greatly. She was a very nice lady.
Susan ochs says
Sorry to hear about your mother.. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Tom and Susan ochs
Tony & Agnes Fowler says
On our honeymoon Snooks & Coleman welcomed us into their home for dinner & visiting. Each year on our annual antelope hunt we always stopped to visit. Tony for belt remembers his summer stays with them to help Coleman with the cows. He & Charlie were best friends. I’m so honored to have spent time with this family & see the live & faith you have. Snooks beautiful presence will b missed by all. Our prayers for all of you
Pete Shawver says
Jenny, Fred And The Entire Coleman Murnion Family….. My Deepest Condolences To Your Entire Family!! Your Mother, Was An Absolute Servant And Disciple Of The Lord!! I’m Certain She’s Having A Wonderful Chat With Coleman And Our Creator, Expressing How Proud She Is Of All Her Children!! May You All Find Serenity And Peace, Knowing After A Life Of Loving And Serving The Lord, Finally She’s At Home!! Be Blessed And Remember Her Fondly!!
Mary Ann Murray says
My sincere condolences to Snook’s family. I always enjoyed visiting with her and every time I saw her she would visit with me. One occasion she was telling me of her life as a child in school and all the children watching for the planes to fly over the school during the war. They were the “watch dogs” for the planes. Cherish her wonderful memories. She was quite the lady.
Doug Benge says
I didn’t know your mother, but I know Fred and Shauna and family, and since the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, she must have had a good work ethic, keen thinker, and an all around great person. Condolences and best wishes to all.
Robert and Carol McNutt says
Our deepest sympathy to the family, may your memories carry you through this sad time, and all of God’s love comfort you.
Reg and Kally Billing says
Thinking of you, Jenny and family
Marion Peeler says
I am so sorry for your loss. Snooks was a wonderful lady and I know she will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you all. Marion Peeler
Mary Kindt says
So very sorry to hear, Snooks was a great friend to our mother and family,Holding you all in our hearts and prayers through thi s time. Love From Michael and Mary Kindt and family!!
Spike & Mary Weimer says
Lots of memories of Snooks when she would visit her parents on their place near Belfry; and then more recent visits with her in Miles City. I will always remember Snooks as a kind person and very devoted to family. She certainly set an example for her family and the rest of us. Thinking of Linda, Rosanne, and all of Snooks’ family during this difficult time.
Richard Cooley says
Virginia was a wonderful person and raised a wonderful family. She will be missed by all. I am proud to say that she and Coleman were my Godparents. Rest in Peace.
Fr. Leo McDowell says
Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let the perpetual light shine upon her. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Over the course of my time in Jordan I had many interactions with Snooks and her family. From baptisms to weddings to funerals, she was always a strong force in her family. Her faith was outstanding. Every Friday she would stop by the church to make the Stations of the Cross. During Lent she stopped every day.
Even in the midst of tragedy, she tried to have a positive attitude knowing that God was with her. I will miss the conversations we had when I would make it back to Jordan to visit. There are too many stories to share. Prayers for her family as they bury their matriarch today.
Roxie Saylor says
It is with a heavy heart I write this ,this morning,Condolences to all of Snooks families she was a wonderful lady and neighbor.Always ready to lend a helping hand.We are sure going to miss you.Always enjoyed the visits and seeing you working outside.
Bob Crane says
Snooks was a wonderful person. I always enjoyed visiting with her. She had a keen sense for business dealings. You always knew where you stood with Snook’s, no beating around the bush! What a wonderful family she raised. She will be missed by many, may she rest in peace.
Phil and Darlene Shawver says
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Phil and Darlene Shawver says
Condolences and Prayers for all of Snook’s Family She was a very Special Lady and will be Missed by all who knew her , May you find comfort in all of your Memories and in Gods Love Blessings to all of you .
Rod & Lorri Coulter says
Our deepest sympathy. God Bless all her family. May she rest in peace.
Rod & Lorri
David Gibson says
Thoughts and Blessing on the family of Snooks, may she long be remembered as a rock of Garfield county! She was loved and had many friends that held her dear!
DJ & Gloria Milroy says
Prayers and condolences with all of Snooks loved ones. A dear lady who lived a life of devotion to faith, family and friends. She always greeted with a smile and kind word. May the many memories that you all share be a comfort to each of you.
Thomas Stanton says
Tom and Claudia,
Condolences to Snook’s Family. May the many good memories of the past give you comfort in the days ahead. She was a very gracious lady.
Richard and Pam Galla says
Our condolences to all of Snooks family she will be greatly missed she was a very special person to all of her family and anybody else that ever met her
Jaelene Johnson says
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Aunt Snooks. I sure enjoyed our visit with her at Uncle Philips funeral. Since I was a child, I always admired Aunt Snooks devotion to the Lord and loved
Listening to her pilgrimages. We will miss her!
Eric & Denny Kay Weathers says
Our thoughts & prayers are with all Virginia Murnion’s family. I would like to thank all of her family for sharing her with us in Alaska. A wonderful lady so full of joy. I think it was early June 1986 that I was blessed with meeting her when she was in Alaska to see Roseanne after the birth of her second son. She will be missed, may her soul rest in peace. In Christ, Eric & Denny & family