Margaret M. Goodian, 81, of Helena, died of natural causes Saturday January 1, 2011 at St. Peter’s Hospital in Helena.
She was born on November 19, 1929 in Havre to Christopher J. and Mattie (Miller) Nolan. Margaret was raised in Box Elder and graduated from Box Elder High School in 1947. She married Kenneth Goodian on Sept. 20, 1947 and during their 46-year marriage they raised four children. She retired from Mountain Bell Telephone Company in 1983 after 29 years of service.
Survivors include her son Kendall (Caryn) of Dayton, MN and their two sons Kiel and Korey; her son Kenley (Mary Beth Creel) of Helena and his children Shanda (Jasun) Brown of Turner, OR and Kendrik (Jill) of Missoula and their two sons Griffin and Calen; her daughter Kadene (Greg) Drummer of Havre and their grandson, Nolan Lotton; her daughter Kelli Goodian, of Moses Lake, WA and her children Taylor and Teal Delys; sister-in-laws, Joyce Michels of Box Elder and Shirley Swan of Edmonds, OK; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; a sister, Wilma Formanack; and grandchildren, Royce and Angelina Lotton.
A graveside service will be held 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 5th at the Montana State Veterans Cemetery at Ft. Harrison. Memorials in Margaret’s name are suggested to an organization or charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.aswfuneralhome.com.
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Annika Dyer says
Kelli,
I’m sorry to hear about your mom my prayers are with you and your family in this time of lose, I hope that you all are at peace and things go well with the service.
With great sadness
Annika
Daniel Smith says
Our prayers go out to the family and friends of Margaret Goodian on this day as the memories of her life come flooding into your mind.
Daniel and Virginia Smith
Gail Powell says
You have my deepest sympathies on the death of your Mother, Margaret. Know that my heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow.
KimE Lawson says
Kellie:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Marlin Howell says
Kelli,
May the Lord lift you up in this time of trial. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Rae LeeAnne Baker says
Kelli,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Pleas know that you and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.
Rita Pemberton says
Kendall,Kenley, Kadene and Kelli,
You are in our thoughts,hearts and prayers. Margie was the most wonderful aunt anyone could ask for. She will be missed so very much. God Bless you all. Love to all of you–Rita and Dick Pemberton
Stephanie Bradford says
Kelli and family,
Praying for your comfort and peace during this time of loss. May God’s strength surround you.