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In Memory Of

Margaret I. ‘Peggy’ Jean, age 91, of East Helena

December 14, 1928 – October 22, 2020

Margaret Irene ‘Peggy’ Jean

Peggy Jean passed away October 22, 2020.  She was peaceful in her last moments, assured in the love of her family.  A vigil of family spoke to her and said their goodbyes outside of her window up to her passing.  Her children: Ernie, Donna, Brenda, and Bob were given the opportunity to be with her during her last hours.  Last rites were administered as well.

She was preceded in death by her husband Ernie of fifty-two years, her parents, Bill, and Mary (Helfert) Hohn, brother Bill Hohn and sister Elvina Sinclair well as her granddaughter Courtenay Jean.  She leaves her son, Ernie (Pam deceased) Jean, Donna (Harry) Culbertson, Brenda (Ron) Deyerle and Bob (Debbie) Jean and her sister Virgina Toycen.

Her grandchildren include: Molly (Jon Nash) Culbertson, Ted Culbertson, Ernie M Jean, Sara Culbertson, Erik Jean, Jeremiah (Christina) Deyerle, Kyle (Kami) Jean, Kristie Jean, Stephanie (Brandon) Schultz, Katie (Eric) Hawkins and Amanda (Dustin) Pershall.

Her great grandchildren include: Tucker Rada, Grady Rada, Riley Rada, Michael Rada, Travis Voss, Fallon Culbertson, Jaden Culbertson, Sean Jean, Faith Voss, Trista Jean, Dalton Deyerle, Payten Schultz, Aleaya Schultz, Robert Hawkins, Charlie Voss, Corbin Deyerle, Grayson Deyerle and Jaxon Jean.

Her great, great grandchild is Tucker Kenny Rada.

A viewing will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 29, 2020 at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home. There will be an invitation only Funeral and Mass at SS Cyril and Methodius in East Helena at 12:00 noon on October 30, 2020.  Interment will follow at St. Ann’s cemetery in East Helena.

In lieu of flowers please send a donation in her name to Helena Food Share or the Masonic Home. Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or share a memory of Margaret.

Service Schedule

Funeral Mass

12:00 p.m.

Friday October 30, 2020

SS Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church

120 W Riggs St.

East Helena, Montana 59635

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Rite of Committal

Following Mass

Friday October 30, 2020

St. Ann's Cemetery

East Helena, Montana 59635

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Viewing

5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Thursday October 29, 2020

Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

3750 N MONTANA AVE

Helena, Montana 59602

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Service Schedule

Funeral Mass

12:00 p.m.

Friday October 30, 2020

SS Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church

120 W Riggs St.

East Helena, Montana 59635

View map

Rite of Committal

Following Mass

Friday October 30, 2020

St. Ann's Cemetery

East Helena, Montana 59635

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Viewing

5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Thursday October 29, 2020

Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

3750 N MONTANA AVE

Helena, Montana 59602

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  1. Sandra Stanghill Nachtsheim says

    October 23, 2020 at 10:35 am

    Many good memories of a lovely lady. My thoughts are with you.

  2. Carol & Steve Athearn says

    October 23, 2020 at 12:31 pm

    Brenda and family, Steve and I are sad to hear of your mom’s passing. The loss of a mother is so difficult and dementia makes it much worse. Remember the happy memories and hug your loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    Carol & Steve

  3. Cheryl Leary says

    October 23, 2020 at 1:45 pm

    Have very fond memories of our visit to Montana staying with her and husband my Uncle Ernie . Having them showing us many beautiful sites and visiting with rarely seen cousins and their extended families. You will always have a special place in my heart. Rest in peace.

  4. Sandi Coyle Benson says

    October 23, 2020 at 6:07 pm

    Know you are in my thoughts and prayers as you move in this new chapter. May the days ahead bring you all peace and understanding.

  5. Curtis Stanghill says

    October 23, 2020 at 8:17 pm

    Brenda and family,

    So sorry for your loss, you Mom was well known in East Helena, she did amazing work. Thanks for sharing her with all of the Wast Helena kids. Prayers for you and family during this time.

  6. James Hohn says

    October 24, 2020 at 6:41 am

    Sorry for your loss. Always enjoyed her sense of humor. Great lady.

  7. Kerry Logan says

    October 24, 2020 at 8:44 am

    Bobby,
    So sorry to hear about your mom. I have fond memories of her from our days in school in East Helena. Love and hugs… ❤️
    Kerry (Krieger) Logan

  8. Becky Buckmaster says

    October 24, 2020 at 10:36 am

    My heart breaks for your whole family Donna. I know how much you all loved her and will miss her. Your mom always made me feel that I was special to her whenever I would run into her. She was a very sweet woman and will be missed by all who knew her.

  9. Debbie Hrella DeMers says

    October 24, 2020 at 11:27 am

    Thinking and remembering your Mom with fondest thoughts! What a wonderful full of life woman.

  10. Grace and Robin says

    October 24, 2020 at 2:20 pm

    Ernie, Donna, Brenda and Bob. I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Please accept our condolences and may our prayers comfort you. Cousin’s Grace (Jean) Medeiros and Robin Millerick 🙏🏻🙏🏻

  11. Kayla-ann says

    October 25, 2020 at 7:13 am

    Man i loved her so much she was such a sweetheart. I work at masonic. Im sorry for your loss god bless you.

  12. Bill Waddington says

    October 25, 2020 at 8:26 am

    Sorry for your loss Bob….your mom always made us feel special and welcome at school.

  13. Peter James Hamper says

    October 25, 2020 at 8:35 am

    Sorry to hear of the passing of this fine lady. I met her through her children who in deed are impressive.
    God bless

  14. Linda netschert says

    October 25, 2020 at 11:01 am

    I am sorry to hear of Peggy’s passing. I was just thinking of her the other day…and those huge cinnamon rolls and pizza. The big voice in the little body. It made me smile. May your memories help you through this difficult time. Hugs to you Bob.

  15. Rick Broadwater says

    October 26, 2020 at 12:31 pm

    Sorry to hear of Peggy’s passing. She was a very nice lady and always had a smile on her face. My condolences to the family. rest in Peace

  16. Kathleen Broussard says

    October 27, 2020 at 7:10 am

    We are so sorry about your Mom and Grandmother, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
    Keith, Kathleen and Kory Broussard

  17. Jim Haugen says

    October 27, 2020 at 2:04 pm

    Old friend Ernie and family members-you have my most sincere, significant thoughts during a difficult time. My wish for you is a peaceful grieving…respectfully, Jim Haugen, Helena

  18. Sister Bernadette Helfert says

    October 27, 2020 at 8:22 pm

    My prayers and sympathy extend to all who knew and loved Peggy. Peggy and I had a special connection as first cousins as we shared the same. December 14tb
    birthday. She and my mom,, Jo Helfert, had great fun working together providing meals in the EH school lunch program. A spirited woman to know! May she rest in peace.

  19. Barbara Ekman Knutson says

    October 28, 2020 at 6:52 am

    I am so sorry to hear about your mothers passing. Over the weekend I was telling my husband about the best cinnamon rolls and pizza I had ever had. I said it was Mrs Jean and she was our lunch lady in East Helena. When she put either of those things on the menu the entire school would walk over for lunch! For me and the other lucky kids that got to enjoy her cooking while growing up in the late 60’s and early 70’s know what I am talking about. She was a little lady with a big heart. Sending prayers to you all.

  20. Marcy Arnold says

    October 28, 2020 at 5:06 pm

    Brenda, Donna and family, I am sending my thoughts and love to you during this extremely difficult time. I was honored to meet your Mother once while visiting Helena. I’m sure she is resting in peace, knowing what a wonderful family she created. Fondly, Marcy

  21. Kathy Bartole McNeill says

    October 30, 2020 at 10:40 am

    Ernie and family,

    I’m so sorry about the loss of your mom and grandma. I remember when we were in Opheim you would mention your family in East Helena often.

  22. Karen & Redamae Reinig says

    October 30, 2020 at 5:16 pm

    Brenda & family: So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. My mom and I fondly remember her feisty good humor and her big smile. May you find comfort in all your memories of her. Much love…

  23. Dusty Smith says

    November 2, 2020 at 4:27 pm

    One of the Mom’s for all of us growing up in East Helena. Always knew where you stood with Peggy, I mean Mrs. Jean. At least I did. My best for the Jean family.

  24. Kathy & Tim Royston says

    November 3, 2020 at 5:53 pm

    Dear Brenda and family,
    We are so sorry to hear about your moms’ passing. You are in our thoughts.
    Tim & Kathy

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Service Schedule

Funeral Mass

12:00 p.m.

Friday October 30, 2020

SS Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church

120 W Riggs St.

East Helena, Montana 59635

View map

Rite of Committal

Following Mass

Friday October 30, 2020

St. Ann's Cemetery

East Helena, Montana 59635

View map

Viewing

5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Thursday October 29, 2020

Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

3750 N MONTANA AVE

Helena, Montana 59602

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