Alvina C. Welliver, age 91 of Helena passed away at her home on April 21, 2011. She was born on June 17, 1919 to George M. and Dolly S. (Smith) Cusker in Scobey, Montana. Alvina graduated High School at the age of 15 in Poplar, Montana and attended business college in Spokane. She briefly served in the Women’s Navy during WWII and was honorably discharged in 1944. On September 22, 1945, Alvina married Harrison F. Welliver in Missoula, Montana.
Alvina worked in a variety of positions for the State of Montana beginning with the State Legislature and ending with the State Health Department and then retired after 37 years. She enjoyed many activities and loved to bake, make candy and quilting. Alvina was adjutant for the DAVA unit in Helena for many years and also volunteered at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church.
Alvina was preceded in death by her husband, Harrison in 1981 and her parents. She is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Welliver and grandchildren, Amber and Daniel Holmes all of Helena.
A memorial service is scheduled at 11 a.m., Friday, April 29, 2011 at Retz Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow at Forestvale Cemetery. The family is inviting all those who wish to share their stories and memories of Alvina to a potluck at the American Legion Hall on Custer Ave. following the graveside service. To offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Alvina, please visit www.retzfuneralhome.com.
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Anita Ellis O'Neil says
Alvina was one of my mother’s very best friends, and some of the most fun times of my childhood were spent in Harrison and Alvina’s company. I know I can speak for all six of the Ellis “kids”, Alvina will be dearly missed and fondly remembered.
Denise Feller says
I am so sorry and feel for you at this time. Prayers are sent your way.
R. Stanger says
Over many years, we have done little jobs for Mrs. Welliver at her home. She always had something fresh from the oven as a treat and sent gifts home for the kids. What a beautiful giving soul. She will be truly missed. May you find comfort at this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jack Mietus says
Sincere condolences to the Welliver family. My parents knew both Harrison and Alvina through the DAV. If memory serves, Alvina made a killer strawberry pie!
Jack Mietus
Laurie and Dennis House says
You are in our thoughts and prayers, so sorry for your loss.
Dennis and Laurie House