Mary “Missy” Peters (Tassell), age 65, of Helena, MT passed away peacefully on July 26, 2016 surrounded by family and friends.
Mary was born September 6, 1950 in Juneau, AK to Harry Tassell and Lowanta Deland. She graduated from Ballard High School in Seattle, WA in 1968.
Mary worked for the U.S. Coast Guard as a procurement clerk and store manager. She went to work for the Montana Roberts Tramway where she met the love of her life Richard “Ike” Jones in 2000.
Mary’s hobbies included genealogy, investigation and forensic research, artistry, reading and sightseeing.
Mary is survived by her four children; Elizabeth (Tony) Smith of Kansas City, MO, Thomas (Teddy) Mooney of Juneau, AK, Elvis (Lisa) Johnson of Helena and Heath Johnson also of Helena; 12 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her son Blase Scranton of Portland, OR and her husband Rick Jones, of Big Sandy, MT.
Mary’s last request was to thank all her friends for the continuous support during her battle with cancer. She will be missed by many.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday August 10th at the Montana State Veterans Cemetery, 3550 Hero’s Rd., Fort Harrison. Donations and cards may be sent to Elvis Johnson, 543 Guettler Rd., Helena, MT 59602.
Please visit below to offer a condolence or to share a memory of Mary.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
1:00 p.m.
Wednesday August 10, 2016
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
3550 Hero's Road
Fort Harrison, Montana 59636
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Karen Wilson says
Rest in the arms of the Angels, precious Mary.
Cathy schonthal says
Mary you may have left us,but i know your by my side. I miss you and my heart hurts. I love you and fly high.
Ginger Piper says
I will never forget you.. your presence is all over Juneau and I remember so many fun times we had, laughs and more. I hope you are there to greet me when my turn comes to walk into the forest.. until then <3
Elvis Johnson says
I love you so much mom thank you for everything
Mike & Dawn Zafguto says
Aunt Mary we all miss you. Thank you for being so kind and loving. May you be resting in God’s loving arms. To the family at some point we all will come visit. Your mom was turley a wonderful woman. Sending prayers and love to all of you. With out deepest sympathies, Dawn, Mike, Melissa Zaffuto
Lucille Brown says
I wish we could have celebrated our birthdays together again, going to miss you. R.I.P.
Vadette Parker and family says
She was and will always be one of my very best friends! It was an honor and privilege to know such a unique and wonderful person we were great fighting partners as well! My family will hold her in our hearts forever!! Love you my brave fighter! Rest easy you are done fighting!!
Ginnie B says
Rest Mary, you are now pain free, we love you, we will miss you, and I personally will always remember you when I was a little girl, rest Mary rest in peace
Rosita Meyer says
You fought a good battle and your now in the arms of Jesus ? You will be loved and missed dearly cousin Mary ? Love Rosita, Dan, Buddy, Viola, and kitty too ❤️
Holly says
We met on Facebook from a distance and wanted to meet…though we did not get to meet here on this earth…I feel certain we will meet someday on the other side. I’m going to miss all of our conversation and most of all the privilege of calling you my friend. People like you, Mary only come along seldom in our lifetime…I will hold you dear to my heart until we meet.❤️
One of your many Facebook friends
Holly
Latasha levengood says
Mary I may of only knowing you for a short period of time !.but to me it feels like I’ve knowing you for ever’ You not only reminded me of my mother cause of your personality but also because you was so kind to me!!.. you will be missed so very much..!! May you rest in peace.@—– luv you mary<3
Marcella Fitzhugh says
no more pain no more suffering 🙁 you are with our Heavenly Father now.. Heaven is rejoicing your presence.. Say hi to Don for me! I love you Cousin you will be missed, but it’s not goodbye it’s see you later.. 🙁 Love, Marcella ❤️