Alice Tatchell of Helena died on May 21, 2012.
She was born December 11, 1928, in Lothair, Montana, to Emilie and Gustav Haag.
Alice graduated from Chester High School in 1946 and worked in Havre before meeting her future husband, George Tatchell. George and Alice were married in 1948 following George’s return from Europe after WWII, and celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary two years before George’s death. They settled first in Bozeman, then moved to Helena in 1958, where they raised their three children.
Alice worked for 20 years at the Montana State Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services. She was a founding member of Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church. Alice cared deeply for her children, delighted in her grandchildren, loved to square dance with friends, and baked one mean apple cake.
She is survived by her sister, Virginia Davis of Garland, Texas, two sons and their spouses, Kelly Tatchell and Lucy Robinson and Terry and Janet Tatchell, her daughter Gloria Tatchell and spouse Joe Kiely; five grandchildren, Liz Tatchell (Dan Lundquist), Brittney Tatchell, Kyle Tatchell, Lily Kiely, and Sean Kiely, and her great- grandson, Sequoia Omaste.
A memorial service will be held at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to McLaughlin Research Institute, 1520 23rd Street South, Great Falls, MT 59405, to be used for Alzheimer’s research.
Please visit www.aswfuneralhome.com to offer the family condolences.
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Bettie Erickson Roosma says
Just learned of your mother’s death from Delores Rosin and want to express my deepest sympathy to you all. We worked together a lot at Our Redeemer’s and I have many fond memories of her. Kelly and my daughter Susan were in the same confirmation class.
Glen Cuchine says
My thoughts and prayers are with Joe, Gloria, family and friends.
Helen Bunkowske says
Sending my sympathy and love.
Alice was very special to me. I enjoyed bringing communionto her and visiting with her. She always enjoying coming to our Senior Singles luncheon.
Kay Siewert says
Sorry to hear of the loss of your mom and grandmother. Alice and I took a lot of trips together and she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Linda Sandman says
Gloria: You are in all of our thoughts. Everyone at Sonheaven sends their condolenses. We all know she is in a better place now. Wish we could have been more help to you!! Linda and staff at Sonheaven
Mike and Shannon Robertson says
Terry and Family, we are very sorry to hear of your loss and thoughts go to your family.
Tracy Mabry says
Kelly, Terry, Gloria and families,
I am so sorry about Alice! She was very special to me and I will miss her a great deal. I hope to be in Helena in time for the service.
Tracy Mabry