LaRee Williams, 88, peacefully slipped away August 5, 2018. She was born May 15, 1930 in Shelley, Idaho to Lawrence & Annis Leatham, the eldest of five children.
Following graduation from Blackfoot High School she went to nurses training. In the meantime, her family moved to Montana. LaRee’s brother, Larry & her now sister-in-law, Sharley set her up to go on a blind date with Sharley’s brother, Bill. That handsome cowboy swept LaRee off her feet and they spent 60 years together.
Her nursing career included taking care of all the cuts, bumps & bruises on her 5 kids, doctoring calves, dogs, cats, guinea pigs, white mice, neighbor kids & any other strays. She spent many compassionate hours taking care of extended family as well.
Everyone was welcome in LaRee’s home. She was a top-notch cook and everyone timed their visits accordingly! Hired hands didn’t care about pay as long as they go to eat at LaRee’s table
She was a wonderful artist and she graced many with her talents. She was an avid reader, learner & historian. She loved doing genealogy and learning as much about her ancestors as she could. She was smart, strong, courageous, kind, stubborn, and had a wonderful sense of humor.
LaRee had endless faith and served her family, church and community unconditionally. She was a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She was ready to meet her Savior and be welcomed by her waiting family.
We all miss her but also celebrate her incredible life & her tender, beautiful journey home. We’re thankful she is no longer tethered to a body that didn’t keep up with her young vibrant spirit!
Viewing will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, August 9th at Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 212 Broadway Street in Townsend. A funeral service will take place at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 10th at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 916 Broadway Street in Townsend. Immediately following the service, graveside services will be held at the Radersburg Cemetery. A reception will follow the graveside services at the Radersburg School. Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or share a memory of LaRee.
Service Schedule
Viewing
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Thursday August 9, 2018
Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
212 Broadway Street
Townsend, Montana 59644
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday August 10, 2018
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
916 Broadway St
Townsend, Montana 59644
Graveside Service
Following the service
Friday August 10, 2018
Radersburg Cemetery
, Montana 59643
Reception
Following the Graveside Service
Friday August 10, 2018
Radersburg School
, Montana 59643
Service Schedule
Viewing
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Thursday August 9, 2018
Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
212 Broadway Street
Townsend, Montana 59644
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday August 10, 2018
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
916 Broadway St
Townsend, Montana 59644
Graveside Service
Following the service
Friday August 10, 2018
Radersburg Cemetery
, Montana 59643
Reception
Following the Graveside Service
Friday August 10, 2018
Radersburg School
, Montana 59643
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Dee Toy says
I will miss your mom, but my mom and her are i heaven catching up. My prayers are with all of you.
Phil & Marci Hurd says
A true lady who always made us feel like family, Laree and family had such love for everyone. A great legacy she leaves. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Val (Horne) Hornsveld says
Cathy, Dennis, Robin and Mickie;
You are in my thoughts and prayers; I could write pages of the memories I have of your wonderful mother.
May the Lord wrap his loving arms around each one of you and give you the strength through his loving guidance for the grief you have. Memories are the greatest and I know you each have many! Love you ! Val
Erich says
Avery & rest of Williams Family,
Thoughts with you today at this time of loss. LaRee was one of my favourite memories growing up in The Burg. One of the sweetest and kindest women I’ve ever known. Big hugs to you all.
Hän, joka sinulle on ollut rakas, ei koskaan
kuole sydämestäsi.
Niin kauan kuin elät,
kannat hänen sytyttämäänsä valoa sielusi joka sopessa.
~ Erich KVS
Helsinki, Finland
Larry and Buffy Woodring says
Cathy, Dennis, Robin, and Mickie;
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mom. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brenda (Kimbriel) Heitstuman says
LaRee will always hold a very special place in my heart. Her embrace stretched endlessly to share her love with her family as it grew.
I will always picture the beautiful smile on her face every time she listened to her talented children and grandchildren play music. She was so proud and treasured every moment.
She was such a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Her grace and beauty will love on in her family.
We love you LaRee.
Don Leatham says
All my memories of Aunt LaRee evoke feelings of happiness and love. The long drives to Montana were worth it to see our Williams cousins and sample her hospitality. Her home was always full of good food, fun music, and great stories, especially about those who came before. She always had a big smile and hug for me that warmed my heart. I especially appreciated the love and support she offered to my dad Larry in his trials in life. They loved and supported each other for 86 years. A pure and true love story.
Aunt LaRee lived well, leaving a legacy that makes the world a far better place for those who loved her. She will be missed.
Betty & Karen Horne says
To the Williams family, sorry to hear about LaRee she was a very loving woman. Lots of memories of Crow Creek Valley.
Melinda Molloy Moore says
Dear Cousins Cathy, Dennis, Robin and Mickie,
We were saddened to hear of our cousin LaRee’s passing. It was so good to visit with her at the old school house in Radersburg on our last visit to Montana. LaRee was a beautiful woman both inside and out. She always made us feel welcome and went out of her way to make us feel comfortable when we cam to visit our Montana cousins. She will be missed~
Your California Cousins,
Mindy, Laura, Diana and Dan (Williams, Van Voorhis, Molloy)
Denise Moudree says
Thinking of you all. I always admired LaRee! She so warmly welcomed me all my life, and took me on when Dan was spending so much time in the Great Falls hospital.
What a gal! Will think of you often, Laree.
Velma says
Laree is dancing with Bill as Dave sings and Jesse is prancing at their feet.
Austin says
I am sorry for your pain in this difficult time! The Bible tells us the condition of the dead and that God promises a resurrection. We also read that God wants to comfort us. I hope you find comfort from Ecclesiastes 9:5, 10, John 5:28, 29, and 1 Peter 5:7.