Laura (Laurie) Jean Magill
Laurie Jean Magill, 74, passed on Sunday December 4th, 2016 at her home with family present, following an eight-year struggle fighting cancer.
Laurie was born in Helena at St. John’s Hospital on April 24, 1942 to Frank Leon Smith and Ruth Katharina (Frey) Smith. She was raised with her family in the Sixth Ward and on a ranch east of East Helena, attending elementary school in Clasoil and Helena Bryant school. She attended middle school at Helena Junior High and graduated from Helena High School in 1960.
While dancing (which they both enjoyed), Laurie met the love of her life and married Ron Magill on February 11, 1961. They Celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary in Lake Havasu this year. Five children were born to their marriage: Todd, Toby, Tana, Trevor and Trent, which led to one of her favorite sayings; “just wait until your Dad gets home…”.
In addition to being a homemaker and raising a family, she worked at Saint John’s Hospital, Sambos restaurant, the City of Helena Building Department, the Montana Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services, and over twenty-two years with the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Throughout this time, she accumulated numerous friends from her childhood and employment, several who maintained a close relationship over the years, including her pinochle club of 44 years.
Laurie is survived by her husband, Ron Magill, her sister Martha Shwaiko from Sun Lakes Arizona, her brother Harvey and Kaye Smith from Las Vegas Nevada, her brother Rick and Carla Smith from Las Vegas Nevada, her sister-in-law Alice Magill from Helena, her sister-in-law Cheryl and Ron Schrader from White Sulpher Springs, her five children, son-in-laws, daughter-in-laws, grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Her children and their partners include: Todd and AnnMarie Magill (Helena), Toby and Melinda Magill (Helena), Tana and Steve Meuer (Helena), Trevor Magill and Brenda Hanninen (Helena) and Trent Magill and Aspen Bowler (Butte). Laurie is also survived by 11 grandchildren, Danielle Cassidy, Laura Kneedler, Tyler Magill, Whitney Baker, Brenden Magill, Ashley Allred, Devin O’Brien, Jennifer Magill and Brock, Madison and Morgan Meuer.
Laurie was preceded in death by her parents Frank Leon Smith and Ruth Katharina Smith, sister Donna Zahara, brother-in-law Donald Magill, niece Kathy Street and nephew Craig Zahara.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 10th at the First Lutheran Church, 2231 East Broadway Street, with a viewing beginning at 10:00 a.m. The reception will follow in the social hall of the church. A committal service will follow the reception at Resurrection Cemetery, 3685 North Montana Avenue. Please visit www.aswfuneralhome.com to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Laurie. Memorials are suggested to Hospice of Saint Peter’s Hospital.
She will be deeply missed by all those who knew her.
Service Schedule
Viewing
10:00 a.m.
Saturday December 10, 2016
First Lutheran Church
2231 E. Broadway St.
Helena, Montana 59601
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday December 10, 2016
First Lutheran Church
2231 E. Broadway Street
Helena , Montana 59601
Reception
Following the service
Saturday December 10, 2016
Social Hall of First Lutheran Church
2231 E. Boardway Street
Helena , Montana 59601
Rite of Committal
Following the reception
Saturday December 10, 2016
Resurrection Cemetery
3685 N. Montana Ave
Helena , Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Viewing
10:00 a.m.
Saturday December 10, 2016
First Lutheran Church
2231 E. Broadway St.
Helena, Montana 59601
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday December 10, 2016
First Lutheran Church
2231 E. Broadway Street
Helena , Montana 59601
Reception
Following the service
Saturday December 10, 2016
Social Hall of First Lutheran Church
2231 E. Boardway Street
Helena , Montana 59601
Rite of Committal
Following the reception
Saturday December 10, 2016
Resurrection Cemetery
3685 N. Montana Ave
Helena , Montana 59602
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Terry Kiele says
Ron and family – Dallas and I are so sorry to hear about Laurie. I remember the times we came to the Christmas party at your house; she was always so kind and welcoming. I know my mom loved her as well.
You are all in our thoughts.
Donna Hansen and Jeff Sturm says
Ron and Family – Jeff and I send our deepest sympathy to you at Laurie’s passing. We loved visiting with you and hearing about your travels. I worked for several years with Laurie at DPHHS. She was so sweet and entertained us with an endless supply of stories from her childhood. After her retirement our group of ‘girls’ from the office continued to get-together to enjoy each others company and she was always ready with a story and a smile. We will all miss her. We send our love to her family.
Sid Lebahn says
Ron and family – I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Wife and Mother. We shared treasured moments at First Lutheran Church some time ago. And Ron, you had a part in building our home on Confederate Creek. We were most grateful. I wish you peace and good memories at this time.
Alice & Bill Dove says
Ron and Family – I am so sorry to hear of Laurie’s passing. Our prayers are with You and your family. Laurie & I were childhood friends and I have happy memories of those days.
Bernie Bukrma says
Rob and family
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Christian let me know. I was very sad to hear of her passing.
Ginny Rogers says
Ron,
I’ll miss Lauri, she was a dear friend for many years.
Lois Simpson says
Todd and all of the Magill family, I am very sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Mary McLees Sark says
Tana and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Schild says
Feeling so sad with the loss of our Laurie. Happy to have seen her in August for Ed’s Celebration. Wish I could be there for her’s. She was a Beautiful Soul and will be missed. Hope we’ll see you, Ron, in a few months in L.V. Again, so sorry, and I’m praying she’s now in the loving arms of her Mother, Ruth. xo
Beth McLaughlin says
Ron and family, I’m so sorry to hear about Laurie. I worked with her at public health – she was so much fun. We had a great group in the office and Laurie was a big part of it. My sympathies to you and your family – she was such a lovely person.
Jim Dunbar says
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. I’ll always love the Magill bunch and if you need anything I’m here. You’re mom was always so sweet.
Wanda Stout says
Such a great loss. I pray that Jesus will comfort you
And hold you until you meet again
Jean Lowry says
Tana and family,
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Evelyn knowles says
My prayers are with all of the Magill family. Laurie always had a smile when you seen her.My sisters Genny,Mary and bowled with Laurie. She always had a joke for you too hear.We sshare alot of laughs together. Laurie had a heart of gold. I know she’s upstairs with my sisters looking over us.She will be missed by all of us.PPrayers & Love with you all.
Debbie Kockler says
To Todd and family
Sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers
Carly Poole says
To the family of Laurie,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. May the God of comfort help you heal in this time of loss. The passing of a loved one, even after they have battled so hard for so long, is painful to deal with.
I hope you can find some comfort in the promises mentioned in the Bible at John 5:28,29 & Revelation 21:4.
Sincerely,
Carly P, jw. org
Matt & Mary Kunnary says
To Toby & Melinda & the McGill family
So sorry for your loss. It is always sad to lose a parent. She will be well taken care in the hands of our Lord. God’s blessings to you and your family.
Mary & Matt Kunnary