Audrey (Berntson) Smith passed away Sunday, February 12, 2017 at the age of 93.
Audrey, the daughter of Alfred and Norma Berntson was born March 1, 1923 in Sanish, ND where she and her sisters, Thelma Berntson and Naomi Sherven were raised and lived through their high school years. Another sister, Minerva, died in infancy.
Audrey was confirmed June 28, 1936 at the Sanish Lutheran Church and graduated from high school in 1940. She attended college for 2 years at Minot State College and received her teaching standard certificate. Audrey taught 4th grade at Watford City, ND for 2 years. She also subbed at Sunnyside and Larslan later while living on the farm.
In 1944, Audrey joined the nurses’ cadet school at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. The last 6 months of her nurses’ training she worked in Browning, MT at the Indian Hospital.
Audrey worked as a nurse in the Glasgow Deaconess Hospital following her graduation and later at Valley View home. She met Alden at Glasgow Deaconess Hospital, and they were married June 18, 1949. They had 2 children Leland and Jacquelyn Lund.
Alden and Audrey lived on a farm in Richland, MT until they moved to Glasgow and joined the 1st Lutheran Church. The last few years they lived at Nemont Manor.
She was preceded in death by her parents and 3 sisters.
Audrey is survived by her husband Alden, son Leland (Kathy) Smith, and daughter Jacquelyn (Steve) Lund. She is also survived by 6 grandchildren: Shane Smith, Joel (Lara) Smith, Alana Zayden, Geoffrey Lund, Jessica Lund, and Jason Lund; and 5 great-grandchildren: Joey Zayden, Riley Smith, Annika Smith, Addison Lund, and Aiden Lund; and 13 godchildren.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 16th, 2017 with family receiving friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Bell Mortuary in Glasgow, Montana. Funeral services will be Friday, February 17th, 2017 at 11:00 AM at the First Lutheran Church in Glasgow, Montana with burial following services at Highland Cemetery in Glasgow, Montana.
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday February 16, 2017
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Prayer Service
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday February 16, 2017
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Friday February 17, 2017
First Lutheran Church
641 2nd Avenue North
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday February 16, 2017
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Prayer Service
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday February 16, 2017
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Friday February 17, 2017
First Lutheran Church
641 2nd Avenue North
Glasgow, Montana 59230
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James F Rickley says
A lovely lady.
Sally Figmaka says
I worked with Audrey at Valley View in the early 80’s. Always enjoyed seeing here at the baseball games and visiting Alden at Valley View. One of the sweetest ladies I have ever known. I will miss her so much.
Sally Figmaka says
her not here
Pat Rice says
I’m saddened to see that your mother passed away; I didn’t realize she was in her 90’s. She was so spry and with it! I also feel bad for your Dad that he doesn’t have her loving attention. I’ve loved her ever since I met her at Nemont Manor; she was a friend to my Mom, “her Cubs” buddy. I guess i thought she would be around for a longer time!
Don & Judy Elletson says
Alden, Leland, Kathy, Jackie & your families, oh you have lost such a beautiful person, as have we all. So many nice memories of her.. watching ball games with Alden with her headset on so she could catch another game that was being broadcast! What joy and pride it was for her when little “Audrey Elletson” came into the world. God bless
Mary Armstrong says
I was so saddened to hear that Audrey had passed away. We spent many afternoons together at Valley View over the last year and one half. Audrey always brightened Sunshine Square the moment she walked in. She always took time to visit with each of the residents to see how they were doing. The most beautiful moments were when Alden would see her coming. He would immediately perk up, look at her adoringly and say ” That’s my wife!” Then her would hurry over to her and bend down to give her a kiss. All was right with the world for Alden when Audrey was by his side. I feel blessed to have know Audrey. She was such a lovely lady. My deepest condolences to her family.
Meri Lynn Kirchen says
I’m so sorry to hear of our Aunt Audreys’ passing. She always thought of us and would keep in touch after mom passed away. She was a beautiful person inside and out. She will be missed dearly.
Lorraine Hughes says
I’m so sorry to read about your moms death. Audrey was a ray of sun everywhere she went and we will all miss her. It is a privilege to know and love her. My sincere sympathies..
Sally Peterson Flowers says
Audrey was such a generous and warm woman. Her nursing skills were such a valuable resource in the Richland/Larslan area. I last saw her at my mother’s funeral in June. I will miss seeing her on visits to northeast Montana. Sincere sympathy to Alden, Leland, Kathy, Jackie and families.
Glenda Lerum says
I remember meeting her back when my grandmother took me to a Good Sam meeting that they had at the Glasgow Fair grounds years ago when I was little and I have loved them both & always stayed intouch with them even after I grew up and became an adult. My heart goes out to the Smith family I really enjoyed knowing both Audrey & Alden. God bless you all.
Glenda (Wessler) Lerum
barbara dickenson says
Audrey was one of the very SPECIAL residents at Nemont Manor. She was always a bright light in my day. Meeting and speaking with Audrey was a pleasure that I am so glad I had the opportunity to enjoy. She was a positive, upbeat woman and will be missed by all who knew her.
Carolyn Bachtold says
I always enjoyed visiting with your mother. A lovely lady! Know she will be missed.
Ronald E. Edwards says
Please accept my deepest sympathies and condolences. My memories are from high school days, I have always considered the Smith family to be the best. May God bless you during this time of loss.
Susan Murr says
I will miss her dearly!
Betty Bailey says
Leland so sorry to her of your loss. It is hard to loose a parent. Just wanted to let you know I’m thinking of you and you are in my prayers. Love ya