Helen Florence (Farrell) Hunter passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024, at Valley View Nursing Home in Glasgow, Montana.
Helen was born January 13, 1934, in Roundup, Montana to Raymond and Dorothy (Ray) Farrell. She grew up in Cut Bank, Montana graduating from Cut Bank High School and attended nursing school in Great Falls, Montana, graduating with a degree as a Registered Nurse.
Helen met Lawrence Merlin Hunter in high school, and they married on March 30, 1957. They enjoyed 67 years together and countless memories.
They spent their first several years together in Great Falls where their children, Kim, Gregg, Lynne and Mark were born. Merlin’s job with National Cash Register Company (NCR) relocated them to Glasgow in 1962 where Dale was born. They raised their family in Glasgow and still reside there.
Helen was the most kind, caring and loving person as exhibited by her dedication to nursing, working more than 25 years at the Glasgow Clinic.
Helen and Merlin were active in Jaycees and Jayceens and were members of the First Lutheran Church. Helen’s pinochle group was a special group of friends. They were always busy attending their children’s and grandchildren’s activities. They enjoyed camping, boating and especially their trips to “the Cabin” and Seeley Lake with Helen’s family. They loved to travel to visit family and friends and had many adventures with their Holiday Rambler Motor Home Club.
Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Dorothy and stepmom Mae, her brother Ray Jr., sister-in-law Verena, and in-laws William and Maxine Hunter.
She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Merlin, her children: Kim (Jay) Brooks, Gregg (Kim) Hunter, Lynne (Ron) Cebuhar, Mark (Letty) Hunter and Dale (Kathy) Hunter. Her brother Chuck Farrell, sister Diann Kramer, sister-in-law Dorothy Farrell, brothers-in-law Norman (Mary) Hunter and Jim Hunter and special cousin Shirley (Norm) Nash.
Helen has 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and their families.
A celebration of life will be held in the Spring of 2025.
Donations in Helen’s name can be made to Valley View Home Foundation, 1225 Perry Lane, Glasgow, Montana 59230.
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Donna Dascher says
Kim and Jay, Gregg and Kim, and families,
I’m so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She will be missed dearly but this isn’t goodbye. You will be joined again in Heaven. Her earthly body is gone, but she is with you always. I hope in knowing that we are thinking of you and praying for you, itwill ease the pain a tad bit.
All our love, Gary and Donna
Jeanne Liebelt says
Sorry to hear about Helen’s passing. Enjoyed working with her at the Glasgow clinic. My condolences to the family. RIP Helen.
Judy says
So sorry to hear of Helen’s passing. We worked together quite a few years. She was so kind to everyone. Sending prayers and hugs to all of you.
Lisa Baxter says
Thinking of you all in the loss of your mother. God Bless.
Karla Geda says
Our deepest sympathies for the loss of your beloved mother.
Scott and Karla Geda
Kitty Lou Rusher says
All of our pinochle club enjoyed Helen, always cheerful and pleasant. And I enjoyed the Hunter kids at GHS. Merlin, you and your kids are particularly on my mind as you grieve your loss. Kitty Lou