Beth Edith (Madison) Hohn, age 67 of Jefferson City passed away of natural causes on Saturday, February 28, 2015. Beth was born to Bettye J. Lowry and A. W. (Sonny) Madison Jr. on April 4, 1947 in Helena Montana.
Beth and her former husband Jim Hohn Sr. were married on May 26, 1966 and together they had four children. She worked at Mountain Bell, Lucky Lanes, ranched and was an accountant for the State Fund. Beth enjoyed arranging flowers, sewing, attending the Bozeman Opera and listening to Elvis. She loved her grandchildren dearly and was always involved in their lives. She helped everyone who crossed her path.
Beth is survived by her children; James V. and Corbie, Paul W. and Becky, Carrol L., Craig A. and Colleen; former husband, Jim Hohn Sr.; brother, William (Lisa) Madison; sister Lucy (Tim) Carlson; uncle, James M. Madison; 15 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, A.W. (Sonny) and Bettye J. Madison.
A viewing will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4th with the family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Ave. A memorial service celebrating Beth’s life is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 5th at the funeral home with a reception to follow in the social center of the funeral home.
Memorials in Beth’s name are suggested to the Clancy United Methodist Church, 6 North Main Street, Clancy, MT 59634, Tizer Garden, 38 Tizer Lake Road, Jefferson City, MT 59638 Jefferson City Community Center, 13 ½ Spring St., Jefferson City, MT. Please visit below to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Beth.
Service Schedule
Viewing
10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday March 4, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Family Receiving Friends
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday March 4, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m
Thursday March 5, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the memorial service
Thursday March 5, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Viewing
10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday March 4, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Family Receiving Friends
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday March 4, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m
Thursday March 5, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the memorial service
Thursday March 5, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
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Judi & Larry Saarinen says
We were so shocked and saddened to hear that Beth had passed, our sympathy to her family, we are going to miss her in our lives.
Barb & Bob Marks says
We all lost a wonderful lady. Beth was a doer, performing superbly in the many interests she pursued. She was a tireless worker in her church and community . The Clancy Methodist Church and congregation will miss her loving presence.
Lovingly
Barb and Barb
Diane Pedersen says
To Beth’s family:
I was sorry to learn Beth passed away. I worked with her at State Fund for many years. She was a wonderful person and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this difficult time. With deepest sympathy, Diane Pedersen
Sandra Benson (Poor) says
I am so sorry to hear of Beth’s passing she was a great friend to me at State Fund. I truly enjoyed working with her and going on our many breaks. I pray that God will give you a peace that only he can give. Love you my friend and I will see you again.
Sandra
Betty Brewer says
I am so sorry to hear that Beth passed away. I just sat and visited with her at Pat’s memorial last weekend. We talked about all of her family and grand and great grand children and she just beamed the whole time. My dearest sympathies and prayers go out to the whole family. She is watching over you all from Heaven and I pray that this will ease your hearts knowing that she is still watching over you. Prayers to you all!
Carol Athearn says
Steve and I were shocked to hear of Beth’s passing. I worked with Beth in Corporate Support at State Fund and she was just in to visit with us a couple weeks ago. We will miss her are sending our prayers and thoughts to her family. I’m sure she is bossing her mother around in heaven as we speak, or Mom is telling Beth what to do. Our condolences. Carol and Steve Athearn
Mark Barry says
Beth was always a joy to have around at State Fund. We are saddened to hear of her death and we pray for God’s grace for her and her family.
Dale DeHart says
I am sorry and saddened to hear of Beth’s passing.
I worked at State Fund with Beth for many years and will always remember these two things from her.
1) There will never be anyone better than Elvis.
2) Purple is the only color that matters.
Inez Slayman says
My prayers go out to Beth’s family at this difficult time. I worked with Beth at State Fund for several years, and missed her when she retired. Her purple work station was not there anymore. Take care and know that she will be watching over all of us.
Dwight Bernard says
I to am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Beth at State Fund in our Corporate Support dept. Beth was a real joy to work with. I also remember how much she liked purple. As a matter of fact when each of us picked out a color for a logo shirt I knew Beth would choose purple. I to thought that was a snappy color and picked the same. I still work for State Fund and every time I wear that shirt I always think of Beth. Now It will hold an even more special meaning of the fondness I have for this special lady.
Christy Weikart says
I had the joy of working with Beth for many years at State Fund. I loved her quick wit! We enjoyed teasing each other and had a lot of fun over the years. She was a lovely woman and will be fondly remembered by many. May the family find peace in the many wonderful memories of a very fine lady and a life well lived.
Jacqueline Prevel Bodle says
Beth was my best friends mother, she was part of our 4-H club when I was growing up. I still use the chili recipe she gave club members when we were trying to raise money for The Winston Eager Beavers. My families thoughts and prayer are with u Carrol and your family
Pam (Hohn) Blank says
Beth was an awesome woman she was a rock for the whole family. She will be greatly missed. I was truely shocked when i recieved the news. All my best to the kids and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Terri and Bob Kunz says
I loved Beth. She was Frank, kind and a hard worker. She worked tirelessly when making pasties at church as Joann 1st Lt. She spoke with great love for her children, grandchildren. She enjoyed the flowers of the world. She tried to do right always even if it hurt her heart to do so. She will be so missed fir many reasons. Blessings to your family Beth as they will alwAys remember who you are. Rest now and enjoy your room in heaven and the gardens around you.
Terri and Bob
Barb and Ron Johnson says
So surprised at Beth ‘ passing. Loved her, and may she rest in the Lord’s arms. Barb and Ron
Tanya Hartman, Kaytlyn and Keagan Shearer says
Our hearts are heavy with the news of Beth’s passing and our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. The day I met Vince my extended family grew ten fold. The Hohn’s and the Madison’s welcomed us with open arms and called us their own and Mom- Beth was no exception- in fact it was unconditional. I will cherish all those memories and look forward to seeing her again someday!
Yvonne & Tex Pate says
So sorry to hear of Beth’s passing. She was a dear and loved neighbor for many year as our children grew up. We spent many hours over coffee in friendship. We have missed her all of the years since they moved. So happy we were able to visit through the years and keep track of each other’s famlies. We will miss you Beth. We treasured our friendship. May God keep you!
Becky & Jeff Kelly says
My heart is heavy with shock and sadness with the news of Beth’s passing … she will always be a treasured friend and a very special part of my life. We are blessed by the cherished memories and challenged to honor her friendship by continuing to love and give as she always did! Our heart and prayers go out to her very special family.
Helen (Hohn) Amundson says
To Beth’s family…..I am so sorry. I was so shocked to hear this sad news. Beth was an amazing person and will be greatly missed. I have many wonderful memories of good times with you; rest well my friend.
Kathy Stacey says
I was so saddened to hearing of our purple lady Beth’s passing. She was here to see us at State Fund not long ago and she was as always in good spirits. She was always a joy to be around. I loved giving her purple things because she so loved getting them and excepted them with such joy. I always loved how she took care of her Momma and loved her kids that she talked about a lot. My heart goes out to the family. She will be missed.
Jarrod & Molly Plummer says
Carrol, Paul and Family – We’re so sorry for your loss; our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Marie Ringle says
I worked with Beth at State Fund for many years. She was always so helpful and just a wonderful person to be around. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this difficult time. God be with you always.
Vi Madison says
I am so sorry to read about Beth’s passing. At a young age. She was a very loving person and would help anyone. Bless all her family for the loss of a very great person.
Joan Uda says
Beth will be missed. It’s been a while since Lowell and I saw her; we moved to St. Louis, Mo., on July 1, 2014, so he could receive treatment for his leukemia. You may have heard that he died on Dec. 9, 2014, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Beth was a lovely person, and both Lowell and I were fond of her and her family. Hi, Jim–miss you all. Joan
Rene Martello says
Beth retired after 25 years with state fund and became of friend of so many people during her time there. At her retirement party, it was presented that she is known for her “continuous small acts of kindness”. Which is so true, Beth was always there to share a laugh, support her fellow employees and sought out opportunities to help whether it was work, community, church, family or friends. I enjoyed hearing her stories about her outings with Mother and Linda. She will be missed by many.
Sally Nyland says
Please accept my condolences and know that my thoughts are with the family at this
difficult time.
Drew Dawson says
Beth was a treasured classmate of the Jefferson County High School Class of 1965…so much fun and full of energy and good will. We were all looking forward to seeing her at our 50th class reunion in September. My condolences to Beth’s family and other friends. Let’s all cherish our fond memories.
Drew Dawson