Donna Amy (Elliott) Stipcich, age 87, peacefully passed away in the early hours of January 5, 2015 while surrounded by family. Donna was born to Morton W. & Amy C. Elliott on December 14, 1927 in Dillon, MT.
On March 4, 1946 Donna was married to Victor J. Stipcich in Great Falls, MT.
After moving to East Helena, Donna’s working career consisted mainly of clerical positions at various offices in Helena, MT, some of which were Morrison-Maierle, Galusha Higgins & Galusha, The State Board of Health and The State Worker’s Compensation Division.
Outside of work Donna enjoyed knitting, crocheting and spending time with her family. Donna also enjoyed going camping with family and her many East Helena friends.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Morton W. & Amy C. Elliott, brother Newell M. Elliott, sister Jacqueline J. Elliott, daughter Marlyee R. (Stipcich) Norris, son-in-law Robert N. Norris, and daughter-in-law Christine L. (Obhof) Stipcich.
Donna is survived by her beloved husband: Victor J. Stipcich of East Helena, children: John M. (Kaye) Stipcich of Alabama, Lisa (Rod) Thompson of Helena, Darrell V. (Cindy) Stipcich of Helena, grandchildren: Joel (Becca) Norris of Montana City, Brian (Jessica) Biesemeyer of Sunburst, Terry (Callie) Biesemeyer of Helena, Heather (Thad) Gifford of Great Falls, Corey (Staci) Thompson of Colorado, Kyle (Shawna) Stipcich of North Dakota, Heather Stipcich (Kevin Patzer) of Helena, Katie Stipcich (Alex Borsberry) of Livingston, Cody Stipcich of Helena, Victoria Stipcich of Helena, James, Jesse & Kyle Skonberg of Helena, Brian Stipcich of Wisconsin and 20 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her four-legged companion Mr. Chan.
A visitation will be held from 2:00-4:00 pm, Sunday January 11, 2015 at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Ave., Helena. A funeral service will take place at 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 12, 2015 at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Ave., Helena. A reception will be held immediately following the funeral service in the social hall of the funeral home with a burial following at S. Ann’s Cemetery in East Helena. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to the charity of your choice in Donna’s name. Please visit below to leave the family a condolence or to share a memory of Donna.
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday January 11, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Funeral Service
10:30 a.m.
Monday January 12, 2015
Anderson Stevenson WIlke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the funeral service
Monday January 12, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial
Immediately following the reception
Monday January 12, 2015
St. Ann's Cemetery
East Helena, Montana 59635
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday January 11, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Funeral Service
10:30 a.m.
Monday January 12, 2015
Anderson Stevenson WIlke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the funeral service
Monday January 12, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial
Immediately following the reception
Monday January 12, 2015
St. Ann's Cemetery
East Helena, Montana 59635
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Doug Stipcich says
Uncle John, and Cousins
I was saddened to hear of the recent passing of Aunt Donna. Hopefully you can find peace in knowing that she is in the hands of the Lord and looking down on all of you to ensure that you are safe. Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend the services, but you can rest assured to know that you are all in my families thoughts and prayers.
Doug
Kaye Stipcich says
Donna was my mother-in-law for 25 years. We were brought together by the man I chose to marry, her son John.
Right out of the gate we were friends. Like they say “we just got each other” and that made for an easy relationship.
Mom and I shared family times together, much laughter and some tears over the years.
Our common interest was reading books and we had many conversations over the ones we read.
We also took time for chit-chat and sometimes even discussed the men we married!
Mom was an integral part of my life for many years and I miss her beyond scope or measure.
I say goodbye to you Mom.
You will live on in my heart and memory.
Daughter-in-law,
Kaye
bj benjamin says
my condolences to the stipcich family. my your journey be painless and safe love you kaye and john.
Michael and Lori Ann Bailey says
We never had the pleasure of meeting Donna, but feel like we “know” her from John and Kaye. We are saddened to learn of her passing and pray for comfort for her family.
Our most sincere condolences,
Michael and Lori Ann
Merry Lou Casteel says
Lisa, sorry for the loss of your mom. Thinking of you, Love, Merry Lou