Ethel Jane Hide of Glasgow, Montana passed away peacefully on June 23rd 2022 at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital, surrounded by family.
Jane was born May 29th , 1943 in Grand Rapids, MN to Ward and Virginia Passard Ames, she attended school in Grand Rapids, MN. Jane graduated in 1961 from Grand Rapids High School. After graduation Jane moved to Minneapolis, MN where she worked as an X-Ray tech at the hospital. Jane married Dr. David Hide in 1965 in Grand Rapids, MN then moved to Iowa where David completed his doctor residency. They moved to Glasgow where they welcomed a little boy, Tim to the family. Tim was Jane’s pride and joy. David’s career took them to California for a couple of years, then back to Glasgow. When arriving back in Glasgow, Jane became the first woman Reserve Deputy for the Valley County Sheriff’s Office in 1976. Jane also worked at the Glasgow Chamber Office as the secretary. Jane was the first woman firefighter for the Valley County Fire Dept. for 8 years, then became the first woman firefighter for the Valley County Long Run Fire Dept, in 1985. Jane was on Long Run Fire Department for 20 years.
Jane’s husband David passed away in October, 1994. In 1996, Jane started working at D&G Sports & Western with Darrell Morehouse. At D&G you would always be greeted by Jane with her smile. After David’s passing Jane met Merrill Johnston of Glasgow, Montana. She loved to help Merrill work with the livestock. Jane welcomed Merrill’s sons Brady and Brian Johnston to her family. Jane had a true love for horses and her dog Rounder. Jane loved to travel with Merrill to Kalispel to see family and friends. In 2009 Merrill passed away and Jane continued to work and volunteer many hours at the Fire Department.
Finally, in 2010, Jane retired from D&G Sports and Western and enjoyed life with her Global Grannies club- traveling all over the world. Jane and Tim enjoyed many trips back to Minnesota to visit her family. Jane loved to play cards, hang out with the PEO sister hood and Golden Girls- which she handled all their investments. Jane loved her time driving around with Tim, she was so very proud of her son. In March of 2022, due to health reasons, Jane was moved to Valley View Nursing Home. While at Valley View Jane loved to watch the birds and loved the black cat.
Jane is survived by her loving son, Tim Hide; brother, Ed Ames (Barb); sister, Margaret May (Jim); Brady (Nancy) Johnston & kids Jessica, Jake and Jodie; Brian (Becki) Johnston & daughter Bodel; her nieces, Jennifer Ames, Debbie Roloff (David) & kids Issac and Ian, Karrin May (Skyler) & kids John, Gavin and Leim, and Sharon Rossow; her nephews, Mitchell Rossow and Darrin May (Racheale) & son Carson.
Jane was preceded in death by her parents, Ward and Virginia Ames; a sister, Judy Rossow; and husband David Hide and Merrill Johnston.
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Monday June 27, 2022
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Tuesday June 28, 2022
1st Lutheran Church
641 2nd Ave N.
Glasgow, MT 59230
Luncheon
11:30 a.m.
Tuesday June 28, 2022
First Lutheran Church
641 2nd Ave N.
Glasgow, MT 59230
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Monday June 27, 2022
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Tuesday June 28, 2022
1st Lutheran Church
641 2nd Ave N.
Glasgow, MT 59230
Luncheon
11:30 a.m.
Tuesday June 28, 2022
First Lutheran Church
641 2nd Ave N.
Glasgow, MT 59230
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Rick and Bea Stellflug says
Tim and family,
We are so sad to hear of Jane’s passing! So sorry for your loss! She was such a great and true friend! She was the first person to welcome me to Glasgow and we became fast friends! She will truly be missed. Rest in Paradise, Jane!
Lorraine Hughes says
My sympathies to all of you. Jane will be missed by so many people. She is truly a special person, one of a kind. I enjoyed the times I spent with her.
Kim Anderson Boyko says
Tim,
Sorry to hear about your Mom. Cherish the memories.
Hugs & prayers to you,
Kim Anderson Boyko
Mara Gundermann Murphy says
Sending love to Jane’s family & friends…sorry for your loss. I’ve always had found memories of visiting with Jane through the years. When I was little, I remember seeing her in uniform & thinking what a tough woman…and I especially enjoyed tagging along with the ladies for a weekly afternoon coffee break at Johnny’s Cafe. Rest in peace, Jane.
Terrance Racine says
My parents visited the Ames in Kalispell for a couple years. Then they moved to Grand Rapids MN on 16th St NW and became out neighbors on McKinney Lake. Many years Jane, Margaret and I played together including swimming, fishing, cards, making cookies and playing marbles in “Grandpa’s Garage”. My best memories of Jane when we were young was when she ALWAYS wanted to play the part of the horse as we played cowboys and indians in a gravel pit between our homes. She would put on a homemade bridle, and Margaret and I would follow behind as she led us on make believe adventures. Jane loved to make cookies and always had fresh warm cookies when we visited their house. Maybe that is why we ALWAYS called her “COOKIE”, never Jane. She was a true friend growing up, always helpful.
JOAN CAMPBELL says
To TIM and his Minnesota family:
When Jane and David first moved to Glasgow they were my next door neighbors – My daughter Karen and Tim were the same age, Karen’s Bday in May and Tim’s in Oct. The day after Karen was born her father took Jane to Penney’s to buy a dress for his little girl! (He was only planning to have boys!) From then on their has been a special relationship between Jane and Karen. It was a delight to have a friend like Jane. Within a very short time Jane became very well acquainted in our area and all who knew her – loved her. She was involved in all aspects of life in our area. She shared a love for horses with my husband Harry, rode with him often in the early years. Jane was the kind of friend we would like to have. She was never critical of others, made friends easily, and always remembered and kept in touch. My thoughts and prayers are with you Tim and your family.
Cherie Lowry says
To Jane’s Family,
Words cannot express the sorrow we feel about Jane’s passing. It has left a huge hole in our hearts. She continues to live on in our memories. Our prayers are with all of you…
Mike & Cherie’ Lowry
Bobbi Mogan says
Paul and I are so very sorry for your loss. Jane was a wonderful woman – always a smile. Her presence will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing and loving her.