Virginia Mae (Carter) Thibault, age 90 passed away August 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in Miles City, MT.
Virginia was born August 13, 1934, to George (Hans) and Edith (Pugh) Carter. She was born at her grandpa and grandma Pugh’s house on the hill at Coalwood, MT. She joined her brother Eugene (Gene).
She went to school at Dick Creek School and Kingsley School. She graduated from Powder River High School in Broadus, MT, in 1952. She worked at the Broadus Mercantile and the County of Powder River as Deputy County Assessor. She moved to Miles City, MT in 1960 where she worked for the Farmers Home Administration. On September 1, 1961, she married the love of her life Don Thibault. On May 26, 1962, they had their first child Cathy. In 1964 they moved to Broadus, MT, where they worked for the Hubert Gay Ranch. On April 21, 1966, they had their son Kelly. In 1970 they moved back to Miles City, where they owned and operated Don’s Shoe Repair. They worked side by side until 1979 when they sold the business. She worked for Anthony’s, The General Store, Coast to Coast and finally retiring from JC Penney’s in 1999. Don and Virginia traveled around with the Good Sams Club for a few years. Virginia loved sewing for her children and was known to alter and make items for family and friends. She was also very well known for her homemade candy and pies. She loved her family very much. Don and Virginia also loved their pug dogs.
Virginia was preceded in death by her parents and brother. Her husband Don and son Kelly. She is survived by her daughter Cathy of Miles City and granddaughter Brenda (Mike) Kingma and grandchildren Xavier, James, and Aurelia of Nebraska. She was also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
A Graveside service will be held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. at the Custer County Cemetery in Miles City. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
1:30 p.m.
Tuesday August 5, 2025
Custer County Cemetery
Cemetery Rd.
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
1:30 p.m.
Tuesday August 5, 2025
Custer County Cemetery
Cemetery Rd.
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Mary Bagley says
Cathy,
I’m so sorry to hear about your mom. She was such a great support during the years.
The girls send their sympathy, as well. Love you!
Cam and Dwayne Rude says
So terribly sorry to hear about your Mom, Cathy. Will have you in my thoughts in the days and weeks ahead.
Deb Jerrel says
Oh Virginia, I enjoyed our visits immensely when we would run into each other. You were never afraid to laugh at my whacked out sense of humor. Rest in peace sweet lady, I’m going to miss you..💔
Mallorey Kassner says
Kelly, my thoughts and prayers to you and your family!! Your mom was such an incredible woman, and loved whenever I ran into her!!! And always loved her hugs!!!
Vikki Bradley says
What a very special lady. Always a smile on her face and would love to visit with you. You will now be able to breath…Rest in Peace…🙏❤️
Michelle Simpson says
My dear friend, it is so hard to say goodbye so how about if I say I’ll see you later rest well, dear heart you’ve earned it and please tell Kelly I said hello
Julie Kaufman says
Rest in peace.
I remember you from your Penney’s days. I worked with Don at the post office. Unfortunately, I only met Kelly a short time before his passing. I enjoyed knowing each of you.
My condolences to your family and friends.
Susanne Galbraith says
Oh sweet lady you brought so much pleasure to others. You and Kelly will be baking pies in heaven. 💕
Diana Elwood says
My thoughts and prayers to all of Virginia’s family, she was a wonderful lady. May God bless and keep all of you.
BERNADETTE MILLER says
I grew up with the Thibault family living just around the corner from me. I’ve known Virginia my whole life, I used to work at the Ben Franklin Cafe (now Vintage and Rustic) when I was in high school and Virginia and the other gals from JC Penny would come over for lunch or coffee often. They were good neighbors and good friends to have.
Wendy Wilson and Gerald Van Campen says
Cathy, I’m so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I loved her strong opinions and sense of humor. She was a hoot to be around and we loved seeing her when we were in Miles City. She and Kelly were of great help to my mom as she aged. Ger and I are thinking of you.
Wendy Leidholt says
My deepest sympathies, Cathy. Virginia just popped in to my head the other day. Brought back lots of great memories from the JC Penneys days.
Marcia Huber Heydt says
Cathy, so very sorry for the loss of your dear mom. My condolences to you and your family.
Mary Ann Murray says
Cathy, I am so sorry to hear of Virginia’s passing. I always loved running into her and catching up on her family. RIP Virginia and you and Kelly and Don are now together. Hugs, Cathy and treasure all your memories.
Marc and Denise Hartse says
We were sorry to hear of Virginia’s passing. Our sympathies and condolences to the family.
Starla Williams says
Cathy my heart goes out to you n your children n grand children for the loss of your mother their grand mother and great grandmother personally I didn’t know your mom but sounds like she was a be a beautiful soul as so are you you are in my thoughts and prayers I’m just a phone call away
.Mary Ann stoltz says
Kathy , sorry to her about your mom! God help through this rough Time and hug from me!
God bless!
Linda Moore says
Cathy very sorry to c you mama has passed. Bless her heart!
Rusty Irion says
Cathy, so sorry to hear this. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jolynn Herman says
Deepest condolences Kelly and Cathy. Virginia was sweet , kind lady. Always made the best pies. Big hugs for you both. God Bless you both. Diane Martin and Jolynn Herman .
Linda CRADIT Olson says
Oh my goodness. Virginia and Don were very kind and supportive when I lived in Miles City with my Husband Bill Cradit. He had terminal Cancer and Passed away on May 1st, 2000. I am sorry to read that she has left us. She was a kind, funny and generous woman who taught me to build furniture, sew, and can vegetables. A good listener and a great cook who prepared meals for us when I was not able to do so. She will be greatly missed. God Bless you Cathy as you navigate the loss of your wonderful Mother.