Candy France, age 76, of Glasgow, Montana passed away December 12, 2022 at FMDH after a battle with Endometrial Cancer. She was strong and brave to the very end.
Candy was born to Ralph and Gladys (Jensen) Krause on May 20, 1946, in Great Falls, Montana. She graduated from Helena High School in 1964. She worked for Mont Bell and recalled fondly how everyone used to dress up for work wearing dresses, stockings and heels. She carried that on throughout her life, always looking classy when she was going to work.
Candy married J.D. “Bud” France in March 1972. They welcomed a daughter, Angela, in December 1976. She was to be their only child together. They had a very interesting life, moving many times between Colorado, Texas and Montana. When they moved to Glasgow in 1993 to be near her uncle, Melvin Jensen of Hinsdale, Candy and Angela both said “NO MORE MOVING!” Glasgow became their home, and Candy established Herbs & Things in 1995 which is still in operation to this day. She loved her store, customers, and especially loved talking and debating politics – she really got animated during some of these discussions!
Bud passed away suddenly in 1998, and not too long after that she took on the project of rescuing cats. She loved cats. She spent a lot of time and money getting cats spayed/neutered and rehomed. Her dedication to this cause has prevented hundreds, maybe thousands of unwanted kittens here in Valley County. This was her passion in life, and she will be forever remembered for it.
She married Robert Dunseth on January 19, 2002. He became her best friend and they had so much fun together. He adored her and helped her with her many “projects”. They had 13 wonderful years together until his death in June 2015.
Preceding her in death were her parents, aunts and uncle, her husband Bud France and her husband Robert Dunseth.
She is survived by her daughter Angela France of Glasgow; her step-son, Tom France of Billings; step-daughter, Jen Brodal of Minot; her very special cat, “Chance”, and numerous cousins.
Service Schedule
Celebration of Her Life
11:00 a.m.
Monday December 19, 2022
Bell Mortuary
701 Second Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Funeral Reception
12:00 p.m.
Monday December 19, 2022
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
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Mona Fast says
To Candi’s family:
So sorry for your loss. I did not know Candi well, but I was a frequent customer at Herbs and Things. I really enjoyed talking with her on everything from her products to politics. She was always so helpful. Will miss her. Sincerely, Mona Fast, Fort Peck
Donna Dascher says
Angela, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. I didn’t know her but if she was anything like you, I would have loved her. Take care my dear. I hope you find peace and rest.
Love, Donna
Linda dingman says
Angel,
I am sorry I hear of the death of your dear mother. She was a special woman. May God hold you during this time.
Alberta says
She was a sweet cousin..I only wish we’d have had more times together to really get to know each other.The few times we did have were wonderful and I will cherish the laughs and fun. She’s with her Jesus and for that…I’m happy for her.
Alberta