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In Memory Of

Marjorie M. Patzer age 86 of Helena

March 26, 1930 – February 24, 2017

Marjorie Martha Patzer passed away unexpectedly on February 24, 2017 at the age of 86. We lost a mother, grandmother and friend.  Marjorie was the sixth of seven children born to Warren and Alice Kelley on March 26, 1930 in Butte, Montana.  She attended school in Helena and graduated from Helena Senior High.  She met and married the love of her life, Edwin Patzer on March 26, 1953.  They were blessed with three children, Brian, Kelley and Valerie.

Marjorie spent her life teaching her kids life is not what you make, but what you make of it. She loved sports and encouraged Brian to become a pitcher for little league baseball.  Kelley appreciated Marjorie teaching him to love, have patience and be appreciative.  Marjorie and Val enjoyed many hours of horseback riding together.

Marjorie was a woman who loved all and enjoyed the basics of life. She treasured time spent with her family, whether it was a road trip with granddaughter, Lisa; attending grandkids sporting events; watching sports with Lisa on TV; playing pool, which she won a lot of the games; or playing a game of wahoo, she enjoyed it all.  She had a kindness and heart not surpassed by any.

Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years Edwin Patzer, parents and siblings, son in-law Jim Tresner. She is survived by her children Brian (Debbie) Patzer, Kelley (Mary) Patzer and Valerie Tresner, grandchildren Keven (Heather) Patzer, Heide (Gregg) Marlenee, Lisa Patzer, Ryan (Julie) Patzer, Tiffany (Chris) Lamping and Jason Tresner and six great grandchildren.  She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at Anderson Stevenson, Wilke Funeral Home on March 2, 2017 at 3:00 p.m., with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the charity of your choice.

Service Schedule

Celebration of Her Life

3:00 p.m.

Thursday March 2, 2017

Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

3750 N. Montana

Helena , Montana 59602

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Reception

Following the Celebration of Her Life

Thursday March 2, 2017

Social hall of Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

3750 N, Montana Avenue

Helena, Montana 59602

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Service Schedule

Celebration of Her Life

3:00 p.m.

Thursday March 2, 2017

Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

3750 N. Montana

Helena , Montana 59602

View map

Reception

Following the Celebration of Her Life

Thursday March 2, 2017

Social hall of Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

3750 N, Montana Avenue

Helena, Montana 59602

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  1. Peter and Michelle Van Nice says

    February 27, 2017 at 3:35 pm

    So very sorry for your loss.
    Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
    Michelle and Peter Van Nice

  2. Della Dobbins says

    February 28, 2017 at 2:01 pm

    Kelley, Mary and Lisa, My thoughts are with you all. Keep the memories close to your hearts.

  3. Kathy Schenck says

    February 28, 2017 at 4:45 pm

    My favorite memory of Marge: She loved the Lord and faithfully brought her offering to the church office at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran where I worked for 20 years. Always cheerful and made me laugh. So sorry for your loss. Kathy Schenck

  4. Linda Kindrick says

    February 28, 2017 at 10:57 pm

    Kelley, Val, Brian and families – Jeff and I are so sorry to see this about Marge. She was one of a kind! I am sure she and Edwin are now rejoicing to be back together after all these years. We pray you continue to have great memories of both your parents.

  5. Rick and Jan O'Connell says

    March 1, 2017 at 7:58 am

    Kelley, Val and Brian. So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Our thoughts are with you. She was truly one of a kind.
    Rick and Jan

  6. Sis says

    March 1, 2017 at 9:03 am

    Val and family
    We were so sorry to read about your Mother.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Keep that chin up.
    Sis and Bill

  7. John Kors says

    March 1, 2017 at 11:52 am

    Brain and family,

    Sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

    John and Whitney

  8. VONNIE JENKINS says

    March 1, 2017 at 12:14 pm

    I’m so sorry for the loss of a wonderful person. Please know your in my thoughts and prayers.

    Hugs

    Vonnie

  9. Gwenette Ungerman says

    March 2, 2017 at 7:00 am

    Patzer Family,
    You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

    Doug, Gwenette Ungerman
    Taelor Ungerman Conway

  10. Bridger veterinary hospital says

    March 2, 2017 at 9:46 am

    Dear Patzer family,

    We were sorry to hear of your mother ‘s passing. You are in our prayers.

    Thinking of you,
    Keith, Shar, Steve and the staff at Bridger

  11. Candy Blahnik says

    March 2, 2017 at 9:53 am

    Brian, Kelley, and Val: I was so sorry to receive the news of your mom’s passing. It has been such a long time since there had been a Patzer family gathering, but I remember her well. I remember her always smiling and what fun we all had when those German Patzers and spouses all got together. Was great to see you at mom’s memorial, even though we didn’t get to visit much. Our thoughts and love are with you.

  12. Thea Swenson says

    March 2, 2017 at 12:56 pm

    Brian, Kelly and Val Murray and I extend sincere sympathy to your families at the loss of your mother. We knew your family for many years at ORLC. You are in our prayers. Thea and Murray Swenson

  13. Penny Balcerzak says

    March 5, 2017 at 5:54 pm

    Val, I am so sorry for the unexpected passing of your mom. Please accept my condolences and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Love ya,
    Penny Balcerzak

  14. Debbie Cole Zuidema says

    March 10, 2017 at 10:22 am

    Val and family,
    I’m so sorry for your loss.

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Celebration of Her Life

3:00 p.m.

Thursday March 2, 2017

Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

3750 N. Montana

Helena , Montana 59602

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Reception

Following the Celebration of Her Life

Thursday March 2, 2017

Social hall of Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

3750 N, Montana Avenue

Helena, Montana 59602

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