Judy Patton passed away on March 16th, 2024, at St. Peter Hospital, surrounded by loved ones’. Judy was born in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, on January 29th, 1936. She moved with her parents to Helena, Montana, in 1942.
Judy attended Warren Elementary School and graduated from Helena High School. Following high school, Judy started her career at Union Bank & Trust Co. Judy was the widow of Bob S. Carroll. While working at the bank, she met her future love, Dee Patton. Judy lived a very loving life as a wife to Dee, and they were married for nearly 50 years.
Judy is survived by her brother Milan and his wife Joy Halverson, along with her sister Sue and her husband Duane Schaff. Judy is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and many dear friends. Sister Donna and Jim Krieger were previously deceased. She was the mother to three sons and their spouses: Greg and Sandy Patton, Corey and Nano Patton, as well as Marlin and Virginia. Judy treasured her three grandchildren, Jason, Tarra, and Tyler, and her three great granddaughters.
Judy fostered a love for many as she was involved in activities including 4H, Daughters of the Nile, and mentoring at Warren School. Judy felt tremendous joy with her beloved coffee group and church community while serving as a Deacon. She shared great love for teaching her sons the correct way to cook, family values, and integrity. Her love of Christmas activities was unparalleled. Judy will always be loved by family and friends.
Graveside services will be held at Fort Harrison on Friday, March 22nd, 2024, at 12:00 noon.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
12:00 p.m.
Friday March 22, 2024
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Fort Harrison, Montana 59636
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
12:00 p.m.
Friday March 22, 2024
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Fort Harrison, Montana 59636
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Mary Phelps says
My very good friend of over 70 years. I will surely miss her.
Much love to her family.
Mary (Mike) & Charlie Phelps
Kerry Hughes says
The Patton Family,
I just had a call from Judy not that long ago and I am so thankful I was able to hear her beautiful voice one last time. Dee and Judy were my husband Brian’s and my neighbor when we lived in Helena. I enjoyed meeting up with Dee and Judy walking Zoe with my little Pomeranian Nuala. Another fond memory was putting on Dee and Judy’s anniversary! It was such a privilege to honor the love they shared. Brian and I will always cherish the dinners we shared and the visits we had with these two. I feel so blessed to have kept in touch with Judy especially after we moved. She was a dear friend, a mentor and a dear sister in Christ. I know Judy is home in eternity with Dee and receiving her crowns of glory from our Lord up above! I loved them both, will miss them and can’t wait to see them both again in Heaven!
Prayers to the family
Love,
Brian and Kerry Hughes
Tom/Judy Rolfe says
We have many fond memories of Judy and Dee, what a fun, engaging couple who always made those they were with feel like life long friends.
Our sincere sympathy to the Patton family at this difficult time.
Lanae Maston Vetsch says
Deepest condolences to the Patton Family. Judy had the greatest smile. She will be dearly missed by many.
Chris Ferguson says
I was walking my dog, Monte, along Sonoma and we met Zoe. The two became fast friends, and let me to Judy and Dee. We shared many wonderful conversations about art, DeMolay, dogs, families, and of course cooking! I’ve had the pleasure to meet most of her children and even one grandson. Judy has been a dear friend and I am grateful we stayed in touch. As a matter of fact we spoke just a couple of weeks ago and were planning on meeting up in the coming weeks. I will always treasure my memories of my time with Judy and her family, and am truly honored to have called her my friend.
Michelle says
Corey & Family-
My deepest sympathies, loves, & hugs to you & family, Corey! 🙏
Michelle T, HHS 85
Diann FRADETTE says
My sympathies go out to all of Judy’s family! I was a classmate of Judy’s growing up and then we reconnected thru DeMolay. That is when my husband Jim and I got to know Dee when the guys were quite involved with the boys DeMolay activities thru their high school years. I have fond memories of those times. Condolences from all the FRADETTE family.
Diann FRADETTE.
Dani Sue Crowley says
We are so grateful Judy is celebrating Easter with Jesus himself!!! Heaven is in a huge celebration and so many dear friends and family are rejoicing and welcoming Judy!! Judy will be very missed by all of us who knew her and enjoyed spending such precious time visiting and laughing over many years of memories!! Our very special tradition of going out to lunch to the Parrott with Judy and my mom, Mary Phelps, was a highlight when I was in town to visit!! She was a true-blue friend for over 70 years with my mom and meant so very much to our family…Judy actually felt like family. All our love and prayers go out to the entire family….Judy was SO BLESSED by EACH of you… she cherished you all so very much!!
Bonnir Norling Finstad says
I am sorry to read about Judy. She and I attended
grade school at Warren and also Helena High
Many years in 4-H and friends with she and Dee.
My love goes to all families. Bonnie Norling Finstad.