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In Memory Of

Laura M. Lean, age 70, of Townsend

January 4, 1946 – August 12, 2016

Laura Plymale Lean passed away August 12, 2016 at home with her family. Laura was 70 years old. She was born to John and Lois Plymale January 4, 1946. She was born in Townsend MT and later moved to Butte where she had lived with for more than 30 years.

Laura enjoyed doing crafts, metal art and wood working. She was close to her family and enjoyed spending time with them. Laura was a kind and caring lady who was always strong for those around her. She was preceded in death by her parents John and Lois Plymale, and her husband Robert Lean. Survivors include her two daughters Crystal Lean and Jennifer Lean and her two grandchildren Gabrielle Lean and Keagan Lean, her two brothers Donald and James Plymale and her sister Barbara Carmack, also many nieces and nephews.

A Viewing will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 16, 2016 at Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 212 Broadway, Townsend. A Funeral Service is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 17, 2016 at the United Methodist Church in Townsend with burial to follow the service at Deep Creek Cemetery. A reception will be announced. Please visit below to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Laura.

 

Service Schedule

Viewing

5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday August 16, 2016

Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

212 Broadway

Townsend, Montana 59644

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Funeral Service

11:00 a.m.

Wednesday August 17, 2016

Townsend United Methodist Church

200 N Cedar St.

Townsend, Montana 59644

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Burial

After the service

Wednesday August 17, 2016

Deep Creek Cemetery

Townsend, Montana 59644

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Reception

After the burial

Wednesday August 17, 2016

TBA

Townsend, Montana 59644

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Service Schedule

Viewing

5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday August 16, 2016

Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

212 Broadway

Townsend, Montana 59644

View map

Funeral Service

11:00 a.m.

Wednesday August 17, 2016

Townsend United Methodist Church

200 N Cedar St.

Townsend, Montana 59644

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Burial

After the service

Wednesday August 17, 2016

Deep Creek Cemetery

Townsend, Montana 59644

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Reception

After the burial

Wednesday August 17, 2016

TBA

Townsend, Montana 59644

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  1. Janice & Bob Woods says

    August 14, 2016 at 8:04 am

    My heart aches for all .

  2. Vonnie Brown says

    August 15, 2016 at 6:10 pm

    My deepest sympathy to Crystal, Jenn and family. I worked with Laura at Montana Power for years. One of my very favorite ladies! Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

    Vonnie Brown
    Butte, MT

  3. Ken Johnson says

    August 16, 2016 at 6:55 am

    I worked with Laura at the Montana Power and enjoyed every day that I encountered her. Always a smile, a laugh and a great attitude. She was an outstanding mother, daughter, grandmother and friend. My deepest sympathy to Crystal, Jenn and family. May you all take comfort in the wonderful memories you shared with Laura.

  4. Rosemary Hayes says

    August 16, 2016 at 1:02 pm

    I worked with Laura on Montana Street for The Montana Power. We had good times and always had a smiles and laughter. She will be missed by all. My sympathies to all the family.

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Service Schedule

Viewing

5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday August 16, 2016

Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

212 Broadway

Townsend, Montana 59644

View map

Funeral Service

11:00 a.m.

Wednesday August 17, 2016

Townsend United Methodist Church

200 N Cedar St.

Townsend, Montana 59644

View map

Burial

After the service

Wednesday August 17, 2016

Deep Creek Cemetery

Townsend, Montana 59644

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Reception

After the burial

Wednesday August 17, 2016

TBA

Townsend, Montana 59644

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