We are sad to announce the passing of Yvonne Moody of Helena, Montana on August 19th, 2023 at the age of 89.
Yvonne was born in Ortonville, Minnesota to Jack Delveau and Neva (Gauger) Delveau on June 24, 1934.
Yvonne grew up in Iowa and graduated high school in Oshkosh, Wisconsin where she went on to attend the State Teachers College.
Yvonne moved to Billings, Montana where she met and married Charles Joseph Fetty on November 3, 1955. They moved to Helena, Montana where they raised their five children. They divorced in December of 1981.
Yvonne worked as a secretary of the Lewis and Clark fair board during the planning and execution of the first Last Chance Stampede in 1961. She went on to pursue a career with the US government where she retired in October of 1985.
Yvonne married Vernon Moody on February 12, 1983. They enjoyed many happy years of retirement together, traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Yvonne was very active in the First Presbyterian Church, serving in various capacities over the years.
Yvonne is preceded in death by two of her daughters Tina Rene Fetty in 1977 and Terri Dehart Wall in 2018 and her beloved husband Vern Moody in 2020.
In October of 2015, Yvonne suffered a stroke and spent her remaining years in the loving care of the staff at the Masonic Home in Helena, Montana.
Yvonne is survived by her daughter Tammi Fetty Rivers, and sons Tod Eugene Fetty, and Travis (Nanette) Fetty, and stepdaughters Cathy Moody, and Lori Moody, also her stepson Dan Moody, and grandchildren Sean and Ryan Rivers, Jessica Lott, and Shannon Zimmerman, Brandy and Josh Ardoin, Chad, Kirsten, and Treven Fetty also David and Daniela Moody and Mike Corr along with several great grandchildren.
A celebration of Yvonne’s life will be held on Monday, August 28, 2023 at 1:00 with viewing from 12:00 to 12:45 at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, Helena, Montana. A reception will follow the service in the social hall of the funeral home. Burial will follow the reception at the Montana State Veterans Cemetery, Fort Harrison.
Service Schedule
Viewing
12:00 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Monday August 28, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the Funeral Service
Monday August 28, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home Social Hall
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial
Following the reception
Monday August 28, 2023
Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
3550 Heroes Rd.
Helena, Montana 59636
Service Schedule
Viewing
12:00 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Monday August 28, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the Funeral Service
Monday August 28, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home Social Hall
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial
Following the reception
Monday August 28, 2023
Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
3550 Heroes Rd.
Helena, Montana 59636
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Jen says
Yvonne was a wonderful neighbor. She will be greatly missed!
Arlyn and Pearle Plowman says
Yvonne was such a lovely person. We will miss her.
Our sympathy to her family and friends.
Linda Test says
Yvonne was a dear friend of mine for many years. I missed her when left MT and and I’ll always miss the wonderful memories we shared. My deepest sympathies to her family.
Sara Graveley says
Tammi and family,
I am sad to hear of your moms passing. Sending peace and love to your tender hearts . My thoughts and prayers are with you .
Sara Graveley
Tonna Strasko says
Our prayers are with you all. What a joy Yvonne was to work with when we had our annual bazaars at First Presbyterian Church.
God bless you all during this most difficult time.
Tonna Strasko
Carol Stebbins says
Yvonne and I always had fun together at the Presbyterian Church activities, and I have missed her!!! my sincerest sympathy to all of her family.
Carol Stebbins
Annell Fillinger says
Yvonne and Vern were our neighbors for 33 years. What wonderful times we shared visiting on their patio. Yvonne was also my dearest friend and walking partner. I have missed her the last few years. I will always be grateful for those precious times. She was always the sweetest dearest person. My deepest sympathies to the family, I know how much you loved her. She will be missed.
Brenda Downey (Small) says
Aunt Vonnie was such a sweet lady. She sure could cook up some wild game too! First time I ever ate antelope heart and loved it! Heaven gained a beautiful angel. So very sorry for your loss. She is at peace now and I pray for peace for the family
Barbara Culliton says
Tammi.
So sorry to hear of your Moms passing. Sending love,hugs and prayers.
Rhonda Strainer Robertson says
Tammi and family,
So sorry for the loss of your Mom. I pray for peace and comfort for you during this difficult time. May our Heavenly Father wrap his arms around you now and in the coming days. RIP Yvonne
Carol W Carpenter says
Tammi, I trust it was quite a vision of celebration when Terri welcomed Yvonne! It gives me comfort thinking of the twinkle in their eyes. I truly enjoyed interacting with your mom. I visited with her a couple months ago. She shared several memories of years working with Lona at First Presbyterian church. It was wonderful to hear her joy…and a few frustrations. Such a blessing!! May you find peace in the memories and comfort knowing she was greeted by many who never stopped loving her.
Tom/Judy Rolfe says
We are so sorry to learn of Yvonne’s passing. She was a wonderful Christian woman who lived her faith with Love and acceptance. We are better people for having known her.
Juanita G Larson says
Yvonne was on my mind recently, wondering how she was. I had forwarded my letter for the Gauger Cousins Round Robin Letter to her when I sent a new one. I am glad to know that she is at peace and with her loved ones again. God Bless You.
Juanita G Larson says
Yonne was such a sweet lady. My first memory of her was when she and her parents came to visit my family on the farm where I grew up in South Dakota.
Shelly Elizabeth Proulx says
Tammy
Thinking of you and the losses you’ve suffered, I’m so sorry for your mothers loss sending love to warm your heart
Shelly Proul