Monica Joyce Farrell
Heaven gained an angel on July 3rd, 2017. My beautiful daughter, Monica, has flown home where her gypsy spirit is running free and that sparkle in her eyes are delighting those beloved family members already there. I know she sneaks away and plays at the Rainbow Bridge with all the fur babies we have known.
Monica Joyce Farrell was born on January 28, 1980 in Helena, Montana.
She grew up in Montana camping, fishing and playing cards, specifically, shanghai rummy and with little attention to the game, won most of the time. She was drawn to the water, being born under the Aquarius Zodiac sign, and had hopes of one-day living beside the ocean. She also had dreams of opening an animal sanctuary.
She attended schools in Belgrade and then Central, CR Anderson and Capital High schools in Helena. She loved to read, journal and write poetry. She had a creative flair and it translated to her written words.
She married Travis Townsend and on February 22, 1998 she gave birth to her son, Tristan James Townsend, who captured her heart and filled her soul.
She met Kevin Demo when she moved to Houston 11 years ago. Kevin was her rock and told her mom ‘he is my home’. They were engaged to be married. Both kindhearted and tender, they loved each and shared many of the same interests.
She was strong, humble, courageous and resilient, a beloved daughter, mother, sister and friend. She knew heartache and loss, but she also knew love and kindness. One of her longtime friends said she was her: ‘teacher of boys, dance partner, movie reciter and my soul mate that held my hand and made me laugh when I needed it the most’. She is survived by her fiancée Kevin Demo of Houston Texas, grandfather, Herman Woehl of Helena, mother, Marci Turney (Linn) of Helena, son, Tristan James Townsend of Missoula, sister, Carey Darlington (Pete Umsted) of Lewistown, brother Matthew Sternberg of Big Sandy, stepbrother Larry Turney of Houston, 4 nieces, 2 nephews and many cousins, aunts and uncles and many friends here in Helena and Houston. She is remembered for her musical laugh and beautiful soul.
Celebration of Life for Monica Joyce Farrell will be held September 24th, 2017 at the Spring Meadow Pavilion at 4 pm. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Lewis & Clark Humane Society, P.O. Box 4455, Helena, MT 59604
Service Schedule
Celebration of Her Life
4:00 p.m.
Sunday September 24, 2017
Spring Meadow Pavillion
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Celebration of Her Life
4:00 p.m.
Sunday September 24, 2017
Spring Meadow Pavillion
Helena, Montana 59602
Laura Fix says
Marci….my heart hurts so badly for you. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May your beautiful Monica rest in Heavenly peace, surrounded by all of her rainbow bridge friends……my sincere condolences….
flossie shaw says
Marci
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marci Turney says
Dear Monica
I am so thankful for the time we had before you had to go. I remember hearing your voice for the first time in so many years. You have this musical giggle, laugh when you talk and one I miss so much. I have some of your messages saved and listen to them just to hear that and your voice. You shared your dream of buying 10 acres and opening an animal sanctuary. My girl, your heart is so good to think about animals that need love and care. You were so excited to work at Auto Works,…. You quizzed me on my car…. What brand, what year when did I change the oil last…. So cute as I am not used to being looked after by anyone.
Things you said that I hold dear …. Thanks Mom, I love my son, Ahhh, Mama Bear…..nice to know I am well love and protected, Night Mamma, U crazy person, I hate my phone, You told me the truth, I love you Mom, You are a gracious person, I learned everything I know from you, You guys are nerds, Mom, I love you.
Yes my sweet pumpkin you are loved, from the day you arrived at my door with a tiny little suitcase. Your eyes were so big and brown and scared. I remember holding you tight and telling you I would never leave. I remember when you asked me if you could call me ‘mom’. You were about 4 years old. I was cooking dinner in the green trailer house we lived in. I couldn’t look at you when I answered ‘of course’ because I did not want you to see the tears in my eyes, happy tears but did not want you to see me cry. Remember camping in our little trailer I bought when we lived in Belgrade? We had so much fun in that little thing and it was just perfect for the two of us or three when Kynda came along, which was often. The three of us playing shanghi rummy. Camping with AJ and Uncle Jim, Kevin, Aunt Ann and Uncle Ed, Tara, Karen…….Lincoln, Skidway, Goose Bay, Hellgate, and Court Sherriff were some of the places. The homes we shared, the green trailer…. Named because everything in it was green, appliances, carpet, yes and even the toilets and tub. The toilet in your room was lime green! The house we shared with Debbie and Jay, Kynda and Kenny Belgrade and finally coming home, back to Helena. You and Gramma had so much fun going to garage sales in the summer. The ‘fire’ house on Breckenridge. My roommate lit a candle after a night at the Octoberfest and her bed caught on fire. Thank God you were spending the night with a friend and not sleeping in your bed. She was lucky but you lost so many of your stuffed animals due the water damage and other toys. You were so brave and said it’s ok mommy. Thank goodness for Gramma as we salvaged most of your things and clothes. My favorite was when we lived in Clancy. It was so pretty and green there, like a forest in a fairy tale. I remember the slumber parties you had….you all had so much fun…..well all your birthdays were fun weren’t they?? Then you started growing up and turning into a beautiful young woman. Then pretty soon my baby was having a baby. Wow….. I was so proud of you watching Tristan being born. The way you would look at him with your love for him in your eyes….
Your burden has lifted my sweet, rest easy now, no more pain, no more regrets, …..you are free and surrounded by so much love…..but know you took a part of my heart, so keep it close till we meet again. Love you pumpkin…. Mamma
Nancy and Dale Paulson says
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and all family members. Remember the good memories along with the not so good and know deep in your heart the love was always there.
Shay says
I love and miss you dearly my friend. You had the kindest soul and could brighten up anyones day with your laugh and understanding. You are greatly missed. Until we meet again, rest easy. Your bff.
Connie Roope says
Marci…Doug and I are so sorry for your loss. My heart is breaking for you. I pray you find comfort in your memories of Monica, now and always. Hugs, my friend
Debbie Stewart says
Since Mo was such a wonderful poet, I thought a poem would be appropriate.
I thought of you today
But that is nothing new
I thought about you yesterday
And days before that too
I think of you in silence
And often speak your name
All I have are memories
And your picture in a frame
Your memory is a keepsake
From which I’ll never part
God has you in an embrace
I have you in my heart
I love you Mo ! May your spirit soar free.
Elaine Tuffli says
So very sorry Marci. My heart goes out to you. Prayers and hugs your way. Love ya hun
Lynda Reisbeck says
So, so sorry, Marci for your loss. When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful and difficult time as memories are the legacy of love.
John Keebler says
Monica and I were friends at Capital. I would give her rides to and from school most days during freshman year in my little red Chevy pickup. Lost touch after she moved. Was trying to reconnect with her online and saw this. Shocked and heartbroken. I am so so sorry for your loss.
Jennifer Coley says
I’m so so upset to find this out. I have been looking for her off on for so.many years. I feel so heartbroken I never got to see her again. Or tell her she mattered. She lived with me for a year in Missoula, MT in 2001. I never forgot her she crossed my.mind every year at least once