Eunice Marie (Estenson) Mattfeldt, 84, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2020 at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Billings, Montana.
Eunice was born May 24, 1936 in Wheeler, Montana to Bert and Mabel Estenson. She was the third of five children raised on a farm north of Hinsdale, Montana. Eunice attended Hinsdale Public School where she graduated.
Eunice married her high school love, Jim Mattfeldt, October 13, 1956. Shortly after marriage, they moved to Wyoming to begin their life together. After their first child was born, they came back to Montana residing in Great Falls where they had 4 more children (rugrats). They chose to return to the Hinsdale area to raise their family on the same farm Eunice was raised. Jim and Eunice lived on the farm until retiring and building a home in town.
Eunice was an active member of Hinsdale Lutheran Church and enjoyed being a 4H leader for over 20 years. Eunice gave many years of service to Thingelstad’s Grocery Store and also enjoyed sharing memories from her early working years at the Hinsdale Newspaper. Eunice was always trying a new recipe from one of her many cookbooks. When she wasn’t cooking or baking, she was in her craft room. Eunice loved to sew, quilt, paint, woodwork, homemade card making, rubber stamping, needlework, and crochet, just to name a few. Eunice loved to make anything with and for everyone. Family reunions and get-togethers of any kind made Eunice feel complete, especially when a deck of cards was present.
Eunice had the largest of hearts, friends and all the children she babysat became family. She was called mom, grandma, aunt, and sister by many.
Eunice is survived by her husband of 64 years, Jim Mattfeldt; 5 children Myra (DJ) McLauchlin, Janet (Ron) Canen, Jamie (Jr.) Mix, Duane (Laurie) Mattfeldt and Jon (Diana) Mattfeldt; 17 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; brother Ralph Estenson; sister-in-law Betty Estenson; cousin Gloria Wessler; brothers-in-law Russ (Sweetie) Mattfeldt, Carl (Marlys) Mattfeldt, Bill (Jeanette) Mattfeldt, Swede Mattfeldt, and Brian Mattfeldt; sisters-in law Corlis (Bob) Huntsberger, and Sharron (Mike) McDunn, along with numerous nieces and nephews, friends and loved ones.
Eunice was greeted at Heaven’s Gates by her parents, Bert and Mabel Estenson; brothers Ed and Milton Estenson; sister Adeline Estenson; daughters-in-law Mary Mattfeldt and Cathy Mattfeldt; granddaughter Carrie Mattfeldt and sister-in-law Reene Mattfeldt.
Family will receive friends Saturday, November 7, 2020 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Bell Mortuary in Glasgow, Montana.
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Saturday November 7, 2020
Bell Mortuary
701 2ne Ave. So.
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Saturday November 7, 2020
Bell Mortuary
701 2ne Ave. So.
Glasgow, Montana 59230
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Jane Glasoe says
So sorry to hear about Eunice. I just saw her in Western Drug a week or so ago. She looked good that day. I’m sure Jim and the whole family will miss her. She was a great lady.
Ginger guderjahn says
Eunice was a wonderful person. No matter how long it had been since a person last seen her, you just picked up where you left off. She was a great friend of the family and will be truly missed. Hugs and prayers to her family and friends.
Sherri idler says
I have many great memories of Eunice in my young 4H years and as an adult! She loved the kids coming to visit and loved hearing about their 4H projects.. she was always willing to help! She was always thoughtful, kind and genuine..She will be cherished and not forgotten.. thinking you all! Sherri idler
Sheila Hoerster says
My heart ❤️ goes out to the family. I remember growing up in Hinsdale. My mom would like to go and have coffee with Eunice and lots of time both families would get together for meals and cards on the farm. I will be praying for all of the family.
Walt & Marian Frost says
Our thoughts an prayers to all the family of Eunice. Not only was she a great Classmate, she remained a loyal friend throughout all these many years. Till me meet again Classmate, “Rest On Piece”.
Debra Guderjahn Rex says
Eunice was always smiling and welcoming to anyone. She loved to catch up on your life and how the family was doing. I will remember the last time I took my mom (they were best friends) to have tea and cookies at her house in Hinsdale. I’m so glad the moms had this time to visit and catch up. Eunice you will be missed tremendously by your family, but also the families that you touched with your loving heart. ❤
Virginia adams says
I worked worked with her at thinglestads i so enjoyed Eunice she was always happy and a wonderful friend. She loved everyone we reconnect ed on facebook. i will miss her . prayers for her family
Shelly george says
She was a great lady. Always had a smile on her face. She will be greatly missed by everyone. God bless the family.
Capitola Frances Copenhaver says
So devestated to hear of Eunice’s passing!!! Such a lovely lady. I lived next to Eunice for many years in Great Falls. My prayers and love sent to her family.
Rae Jean Koch says
Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss.
Loretta Larsen says
We will miss Eunice so very much! Over the years we have played cards visited sewed together went and watched the Elk bugle down by the Missouri river. Then around Christmas Eunice and I would get together at her place and make Christmas cards. Also one year we did the chocolate walk in Glasgow. Yes we will miss Eunice so very much as well as all her family and friends… Loretta and Jerry Larsen