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Rosallie Eileen Ostwalt Miller (Sally) passed away peacefully from natural causes on November 21st. Sally was born September 20th 1932 to Henry and Olga (Kober) Ostwalt in Laurel, MT. She was raised in Laurel and graduated high school in 1950. She started her career as a bookkeeper following graduation working at Montana-Dakota Utilities in Billings. She married the love of her life, Howard P. Miller on August 2nd, 1953. To this union three sons were born, Scott, Kirk and Brad.
Sally and family made their home in Laurel until 1969, moving to Fridley, MN when Howard was transferred with the railroad. Another transfer brought Sally and family to Havre, MT in 1971 where she continued her journey until 2018. While in Havre, Sally worked at Northern Montana College (MSU-Northern) and then later in the Hill County Treasurer’s Office. She took great pride in her position at the Treasurer’s office, distributing and balancing the school equalization aid and warrants for school funding to all school districts in the county. Sally retired in 1989.
During her retirement she enjoyed playing pinochle, dominoes, supporting her grandchildren at their sporting events and traveling to see friends and family. Sally was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church and was always a willing worker for the church’s bazaars, coffee hour and church receptions. She volunteered at the gift shop at Northern Montana Hospital and loved visiting with the staff, visitors and other volunteers. Sally was an active member of the Havre PEO Chapter AZ. Sally moved to Helena in 2018 to be closer to family. She resided at Touchmark retirement community in the independent living apartments. She made many new friends there and participated in the wide variety of activities that were offered. All who knew Sally knew that she believed in angels and had a beautiful collection of angels that always watched over her. We are happy to know that she now resides with the angels!
Sally was preceded in death by her husband Howard, her parents and her sister LaRue Freund. She is survived by her sons Scott (Terri) of Alliance, NE, Kirk (Nan) of Helena, MT, Brad (Bodell) of Mount Pleasant, SC. Her grandchildren, Jami Thompson, Brandon (Zoe) Miller, Brittany Miller, Katie (Danny) Wirtzberger, Scott (Jade McCormick) Miller, Dan (Leah Gavin) Miller, Miles Miller, Mikayla Miller. Her great grandchildren, JaVaughn and Treyton Thompson, Hayden and Braxton Miller, Tripp, Blake and Jett Wirtzberger. Her brother-in-laws Don Miller of Laurel, MT and Dan Freund of Bozeman, MT and many loving nieces and nephews.
A memorial service celebrating Sally’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home with coffee and cookies to follow the service in the social hall of the funeral home. Memorials in memory of Sally may be made to the Havre Public Schools Education Foundation Howard (and Sally) Miller Memorial Scholarship (P.O. Box 7791, Havre, MT 59501) helping to ensure a legacy of support of our students and their education, or to the charity of your choice. Anderson, Stevenson, Wilke Funeral Home is entrusted with her care.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
2:00 p.m.
Saturday September 25, 2021
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Coffee and Cookies
Following the service
Saturday September 25, 2021
Social Hall of Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
2:00 p.m.
Saturday September 25, 2021
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Coffee and Cookies
Following the service
Saturday September 25, 2021
Social Hall of Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
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Sally and David Chvilicek says
Sally was one of the nicest people I know. Always a ready smile and a how are you doing for all. Have really missed her in Havre, McDonald was never the same with out her.
Larry Larson says
It is hard to type when your eyes are filled with tears. Sally really was an angel, and Havre was Blessed when the Miller family moved to Havre, I have many cherished memories, she truly touched everyone she met. She always had a warm smile that would touch you to the heart, It breaks my heart to hear that she is gone,, She will be missed but surely not forgotten.
Sandra Evenson says
Sally was a very warm and friendly lady who always had a big smile and cheerful greeting. We are sorry for your loss, but know she is watching over all of you. Always,Sandy and KeithEvenson
Karla Geda says
Our deepest sympathies. Scott and Karla Geda
Mary Peterson says
Cherish the memories that you hold in your hearts and she will always be with you. Sally was a very special lady who will be greatly missed. I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for the entire family and especially to Kirk, Nan, and family.
Melanie McCulloch says
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Sally. She was a lovely person in every way.
Jim Margaris says
One swell lady. May her memory be eternal
Zorina Philipps says
Such a lovely lady and good friend to all! May she find joy with the angels and reunite with your dad and her many friends who have passed before her, including my mom. ❤️
Mary Pyette says
To Sally’s Family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss of a wonderful lady, My daughter Linda Pyette was so fond of her.
she was very special.
Will and Geri Olsen says
Our prayers go out to the entire family. Sally was a sweet person and she will missed as a grandmother, a mother and a very good friend. Her love for her family is a memory that will be yours for the rest of your life. God will continue to walk with you.
In Christ, Pastor Will and Geri Olsen
April Durward says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sally was such a beautiful person inside and out. I will miss seeing her smile. Big hugs to you all. Chris and April Durward
Pamela Heilman says
Sending comforting thoughts and prayers to all of the family. I always will remember Sally’s sweet smile and the twinkle in her eye. I feel so blessed to have known her.
Kevann Campbell says
We have fond memories of Sal and Howard…the love and encouragement they showered all that knew them, especially the young people. God’s peace to the Miller family. Love and encouragement from Matt, Kev, Hilary, Kristian and Kjehl
Wade Bitz says
Our family was able to get to know Sally at Messiah Lutheran, and she was a beautiful person inside and out. We have missed her since her move to Helena and are sad to hear of her passing.
Mabel Johnson says
Sally was one of my favorite customers at Herbergers in Havre such a lovely lady. Milton & Mabel Johnson
Dave & Robin Soyer says
Blessings to the Miller family. Sending hugs & prayers to all.