June Carr Bernhardt
January 16, 1933- March 20, 2014
June was born at home near Cascade, MT to Walter and Emma Ramsey. In 1950, June married Nick Carr and together they raised Elaine, Nikki, and Craig. Nick passed away in 1983. During the summer of 1989 June married her soul mate Willard (Willie) Bernhardt. They spent many years helping local ranchers from branding to moving cows and enjoyed each other’s company along the way.
June was an old time cowgirl who loved barrel racing and was not afraid of a hard day’s work. She was always there to lend a helping hand whether it was selling raffle tickets for the Meagher County Rodeo Club, Senior Citizen Center, and Hospital Guild to volunteering at the Castle. During her younger years she worked as a waitress and a cook at Newland Creek Club where she gained a love for cooking. June then worked at Edward’s Grocery and retired after 27 years. Together her and Willard raised horses, chickens, calves, and a bountiful garden. June loved to pick her own berries to make her own preserves, which she gave to friends and family.
June always made sure her loved ones received a Christmas card and birthday card. She was adamant about cooking for everyone and you never left without a full belly and a plate to go. June’s famous fudge, that arrived every holiday season in the mail, was a family favorite and will be greatly missed by all.
June is survived by her beloved husband Willie, daughter Elaine (Lee) Hollings, Nikki Carr, and Craig (Tracy) Carr. Willie’s children Sidnie (Tom) DeTonancour, Denise (Mike) Brackett, and Willie John Bernhardt. Brothers Leo Ramsey and Jim (Alice) Ramsey and sister Marie (Gerald) Adams. Grandchildren Shane Day, Kari Day, Jamie Cheatham, Cori Carr Hogstad, Chelsie Carr Sweats, Marla Johnston, Ryan Johnston, Kaylyn Johnston, Jessica Morrison, Konrad Eden, Olivia Eden, Beau Bernhardt, Marissa Bernhardt, and Brianna Bernhardt. Great grandchildren Riata, Wacey, and Isabelle.
June was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Virginia, Evelyn, and brother Charles.
A memorial service celebrating June’s life will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 24 at Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 103 E. Garfield, White Sulphur Springs. Interment will be at Mayn Cemetery immediately following the memorial service. A reception will be at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, March 24, at the White Sulphur Springs Senior Center. Memorials in June’s name are suggested to the White Sulphur Springs Senior Center, 101 1st Ave, White Sulphur Springs, Montana 59645 or the Mountain View Medical Center, 16 W. Main St., White Sulphur Springs, Montana 59645.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
10:30 a.m.
Monday March 24, 2014
Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
103 E. Garfield
White Sulphur Springs, Montana 59645
Interment
Following the memorial service
Monday March 24, 2014
Mayn Cemetery
White Sulphur Springs, Montana 59635
Reception
Following the Interment
Tuesday March 25, 2014
White Sulphur Springs Senior Center
101 1st Ave.
White Sulphur Springs, Montana 59635
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
10:30 a.m.
Monday March 24, 2014
Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
103 E. Garfield
White Sulphur Springs, Montana 59645
Interment
Following the memorial service
Monday March 24, 2014
Mayn Cemetery
White Sulphur Springs, Montana 59635
Reception
Following the Interment
Tuesday March 25, 2014
White Sulphur Springs Senior Center
101 1st Ave.
White Sulphur Springs, Montana 59635
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Vic Anderson says
We’ll miss her. She was always pleasant and had a smile on her face. Could do just about anything and was willing to do whatever it might be. Wonderful woman. Farewell June
Arlene Haugland says
So sorry I can’t come to June’s funeral would love to have been able too, we barrel raced many a year ago together and saw her a few years back at W.S.S. rodeo, so sorry for her passong. My sympathy goes out to all the family.
Chuck and Sandy Larson says
We were saddened by your loss. Our deepest sympathy. June was a very caring person. We will not be able to attend the service, as Sandy is in Missoula, and I have to go get her, but we will be thinking of you.
Lois Hill says
What a great cowgirl and friend,I used to barrel race against her years ago, always had a good visit when we came to the WSS rodeo. our love and prayers to the family–she will be missed.
Shelly Kindsfather Anzick says
I am so sorry to hear about Junes passing. She was a tough competitor and friend.
Heather Buttaro says
My mind keeps going back to all the family gatherings from my childhood, with Aunt June, Aunt Virginia, and Grandma Evalyn all cooking and drinking coffee from the big urn and all the laughter and love that always surrounded them. I am thankful for the short visit we had this summer, and will miss her terribly.
Joann kipp says
Willie what can I say.I know June is your heart. I wish I could be there to give you a big hug and console you.. i am so glad I got to talk to you and June recently. She was a powerful little woman with a big heart. All my love to you brother Willie.. Joann
Janice & Delbert High says
Was so sorry to hear of June’s passing, but she’s free of pain and free to ride those horses where ever and when ever she wants. And I’m sure she’s running barrels up there. We all had a lot of fun in the years passed at all the rodeos barrel racing and running our kids around. Wish we could of come up for her funeral and got to see you kids again, it’s been a long time since we’ve seen you.
Kimberly (Young) Clayton says
The Ramsey gals …. great ladies. Aunt June will be missed so much. Her obituary was beautifully written. My heart and prayers go out to Willard and all of their children and family as well. You are all in our prayers. She was like a part of my Grandma to me. My memories are similar to Heather’s. And…. she never sold a piece of Penny candy without a smile on her face.
Cecilia Johnston says
Sending my love and sympathy to you, Willard and your family. I had the pleasure of meeting June at Kaylyn’s graduation in Anaconda. How wonderful that the two of you found each other and shared so many happy years.
Cindy Cartwright says
I am so sorry to hear of June’s passing. She was a grand lady and always had a smile and a hug. I will always remember roping with June and all of the good times. Sorry I was unable to make it to the service, I would have liked to see everyone and catch up….Take care and God bless she is up there horseback in grass that is stirrup deep!
Dirk Adams says
My mom Marie Ramsey Adams is my mom. My aunt June and her red cowboy hat. My favorite memorie is riding in a 4 th of July. Celebration. Down main street. On a horseback. With my aunt June I was supposed. To ride a pony but my aunt was worried. It would buck me.off. I was 4 yrs old
Gloria Philp says
I didn’t know June, but have been a close friend of Elaine’s for many years and have heard many wonderful stories of June. Thoughts and prayers to her family.