Addalyn (Addy) Rose Selvig, 10, passed away June 9th, 2022, due to injuries sustained in an accident in Helena, MT. Addy was born to Matthew and Aleisa Selvig on January 22nd, 2012, in Helena, MT.
“Why does your name fit you?” and “Would a different name fit you better?” Addy responded to these prompts in her 4th grade journal entry a few months ago. “I like my name the way it is… Because it is small (like me!) and it is easy to spell!” Addy may have been small in stature, but not in heart. She was known to all as a creative, kind, intelligent, and passionate girl. Her faith in Jesus, sense of self and purpose were evident in everything she did. Addy’s favorite hobbies (again, according to her 4th grade journal) included drawing pictures, hugging her mom, and riding her bike. Her favorite activities included soccer, reading, and spending time with her family and friends, all of whom adored her.
We all knew there was something special about Addy from the second she was born. As a toddler, Addy’s sweet and smart spirit became evident, and she only blossomed from there. As a 10-year-old, Addy was known by all to be clever, sweet, and responsible. When together with her cousins, you could always count on Addy to be the leader that would come up with a creative way to keep everyone entertained. She was a daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin, friend, and a blessing to all those who were lucky enough to know and look up to her. To know her was to love her.
As kind and intelligent as Addy was, she was fierce, brave, and strong. If Addy set her mind to something, she would be at expert level in no time at all. Her competitive spirit, dedication, and loyalty to her team were evident as she advanced in her soccer and basketball skills from game to game. She was an excellent student and enjoyed school, learning, and reading the Diary of a Wimpy Kid, The Babysitter’s Club, and Dork Diaries. She shared her dad’s love of all things Harry Potter and loved to chat with her family and friends and play Minecraft and Roblox with them, while munching on her nightly bowl of popcorn.
Addy packed so many wonderful and cherished memories into her ten years of life, but some of her favorites were: dancing, singing, and being silly with her siblings, cousins and friends, Selvig family trips to Idaho, Utah, and North Carolina with Grandma Suzy and Grandpa Dave and her aunts, uncles and cousins, time spent in Scobey painting hay bales, driving the gator, and exploring on the farm with Grandpa Rick and Grandma Nena and family, painting beautiful art with Grandma Suzy, playing the piano, jeep rides, Christmases in Scobey, camping and boating, catching crawdads, annual Christmas tree hunt with the Marlenees, baking, jumping at the Flying Giant trampoline park, writing stories, trying out the latest flavor at Crumbl Cookie, skiing, skating and any outdoor activities, and playing with her dog, Rex.
Addy developed incredible friendships along the way and spent much of her time creating lasting memories with them. According to Addy’s friends, she changed their lives and she loved and accepted everyone just the way they are. She made everyone feel included, comfortable, deeply cared for, and made everyone so happy when they were around her.
Addy will be deeply missed by her loving parents, Matthew and Aleisa Selvig, and her brother, Trenton (8), and her sister, Brynn (3) of Helena, MT, her grandparents, Dave and Suzy Selvig of Helena, MT, Rick and Anena Anderson of Scobey, MT, Great grandparents Kathy Wirtz of Helena, MT, Ag Selvig of Outlook, MT, Arlo Anderson of Scobey, MT, aunts Kyla (Zach) Ost of Denver, CO, Brittney (Spencer) Bellew of Bozeman, MT, Melinda (Russell) Sheets of Bismarck, ND, Paula (Rich) Marble of Montana City, MT, cousins Ryan, Asher, Grayson, Sage, Kaia, Nolan, Bailey, and Annelise. Loved ones that cleared the path for Addy are her great-grandparents Roald Selvig, Violet Anderson, and John and Greta Stentoft.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 17 at 11:00 am at Our Redeemers Lutheran Church (3580 North Benton Ave. Helena, MT). Coffee and cookies immediately following the service.
A memorial fund has been set up at Valley Bank (3030 North Montana Ave. Helena, MT 59601). The family also encourages donations to your local food bank in honor of Addy.
My precious little Addy;
You rest upon the stars.
As we gaze upon you;
We know one star is ours.
It shines oh so beautiful;
Just as you did on Earth.
One day Mom and Dad will be one;
For we too will leave this earth.
Your soul has reached Jesus;
To God we pray for this.
Addy, do one little thing;
Catch this great big kiss.
-Anonymous
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday June 17, 2022
Our Redeemers Lutheran Church
3580 N. Benton Ave.
Helena , Montana 59601
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday June 17, 2022
Our Redeemers Lutheran Church
3580 N. Benton Ave.
Helena , Montana 59601
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Kim says
My prayers are with you I didn’t know your precious daughter she is a precious angel may God be with each and every one of you
Karen Toner says
Our son Keenan Toner notified us of the loss of your Dear Addy last week. Please know we’ve been in prayer for your family since his msg. Myself, I lost my 9 year old brother in a drowning accident at Apgar village during our family vacation. There are no words to express the sadness experienced with our children’s passing. Mom told me, “you’re never the same”. God comfort you and loved ones at this time and always. Bob and Karen Toner Family
Jim Wilcox and Sally Russell says
We didn’t know ur sweet Abby or the family but the sadness and heartbreak your family are enduring has got to be overwhelming. May God wrap his arms around you all and know many people in this community are praying for all of you. Thoughts and prayers continue now and in the days ahead.
Linda Krantz says
Our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Colleen Phillips says
No words can express our sorrow over the loss of your beautiful Addy. We have been in constant prayer for your family since the afternoon of this tragedy. Although we did not know Addy, our neighborhood (Holmberg Estates) has felt this loss. Please know that your family is being lifted up. May God be with you and may Addy dance with the angels
Kim Fjeld says
Hurting so for your loss – treasure those memories and know she will make the best angel. Praying for comfort for all your family may it help to know everyone shares in your sorrow. We are so sorry. Love from the Fjelds
Sara Cummings says
I do not know you personally, but the unthinkable loss of your sweet little girl has been on my mind since reading her story. Addy will be your forever young angel. And when the pages of your life come to an end, Addelyn will be your most beautiful chapter. I can not think of anyone stronger than a father or mother who have lost their child and still breaths. You are stronger than you realize. Prayers!
Phillip Ulrickson says
My deepest sympathy for the entire Selvig family. No words can really ease the pain when losing a daughter, sister, or grandchild, no matter how old or young they may have been. She is now an angel smiling and looking over your entire family.
Phyllis Ulrickson says
Our deepest sympathy for the entire Selvig family. No words can ease the pain of losing a loved one, no matter how old they are. She is now in Heaven with loved ones.
Mike Merwin says
So sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to you and your family. Mike & Tamara
Adam, Sara, Gwen and Henry Carpenter says
I am so grateful we got to meet sweet Addy. Her short life was such a blessing. On our knees in prayer for comfort and peace for your entire family. The Clancy community grieves with you. Sending so much love your way.
Frank and Kathy Loehding says
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet Addalyn. Wishing you hope and healing in the days ahead.
Leisha Peterson says
So very sorry for your loss of sweet Addalyn. Love and prayers to the Selvig family. Brad & Leisha
The Halls says
The despair felt by the loss of Addy is deep in our community…It is unimaginable for us to go on without her. But we lay our sorrow at Jesus’ feet and remember what He said in John 16:22 – that although we grieve today, we will see our loved ones once more and forever. When that day comes, what joy we will have..God bless you Selvig family. We all grieve with you and we will support you in your time of need.