Jean Marie (McInerney) Viste of Nashua, Montana passed way peacefully on June 6, 2021 surrounded by her family.
Jean was born April 16, 1931 in Glasgow, Montana to Everett and Irma (Peterson) McInerney. Jean attended school in Glasgow graduating from GHS in 1949. She then attended school at U of M in Missoula and graduated from Northern Montana College in Havre in 1951 with an Elementary Teaching Diploma. She taught school in Nashua and it was there she met Kermit Viste. They were married in 1954. She took time off from teaching to raise her five children working part-time for the City of Nashua for many years. After Kermit’s passing in 1978, she then went back to work for the Nashua School.
Upon retiring she enjoyed traveling with her daughter, Connie, touring Ireland, Italy and many U.S. destinations. Jean traveled throughout Montana with her brother, Bob, to many historical sites and ghost towns.
Jean was involved with the Badland Biddies, the PDQ’s quilting club and she enjoyed working in her flower gardens each year. Jean’s grandchildren played a big part in her life. She attended many of their events.
Jean is survived by her children: Connie Cannon, Rick (Lori) Viste, Ron (Jeri Flom) Viste, Cindy (Tim) Anderson and Bill (Stephanie) Viste; grandchildren: Tyler (Aubrie) Viste, Kyle (Jessie) Viste, Tessa Anderson, Hannah Anderson, Sandy (Jake), Nolan, Ethan and Kevan Viste; great-grandchildren: Zoey and Blake Viste; brothers, Bob McInerney and Jim (Cheryl) McInerney; sister, Kathy (Kent) Bell; brother-in-law, Kenneth Viste and numerous nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Kermit; parents, Everett and Irma McInerney.
Family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. with the Rosary being prayed at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, June 11, 2021 at Bell Mortuary. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Raphael’s Catholic Church. Burial will follow in the Highland Cemetery. Condolences may be left for the family at bellmortuarymontana.com. Memorials can be made in Jean’s name to Queen of Angels Church, Valley View Home or a charity of your choice.
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday June 11, 2021
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Rosary
6:00 p.m.
Friday June 11, 2021
Bell Mortuary
701 Second Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Funeral Mass
10:00 a.m.
Saturday June 12, 2021
St. Raphael's Catholic Church
412 3rd Avenue North
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday June 11, 2021
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Rosary
6:00 p.m.
Friday June 11, 2021
Bell Mortuary
701 Second Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Funeral Mass
10:00 a.m.
Saturday June 12, 2021
St. Raphael's Catholic Church
412 3rd Avenue North
Glasgow, Montana 59230
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Martha phipps says
Jeannie weenie you were fun enjoyed taking care of your mom connie made you smile
Larry and Sue Sather says
We are sorry for you loss. I always loved visiting with Jean when I had the option of caring for her. She was a delightful lady. She is in good hands now.
Terry and Muriel Burt says
Connie, Rick, Ron, Cindy and Bill
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Jean was a wonderful lady and will be missed by all who knew her. With deepest sympathy.
Willie and Lisa Garsjo Thievin says
Our sympathies to all of the Viste and McInerney families.
Jean was an iconic Nashua lady, who will be remembered for her sweet and gentle ways. What’s beautiful lady she was.
JuDee (McInerney) O'Donnell says
Mint chocolate chip ice cream, a black cat lounging on the couch, porcupine basketball on Friday night, a pool table in the basement, impersonating a close pin and being the apodeme of tolerance, grace, patience and kindness is how Aunt Jeanie surfaces in my memories. I will be forever grateful to her and her family for always letting me steal the best seat in the station wagon, introducing me to 70’s rock, letting me pick a laser disc movie from the rental store, providing teachable moments with the dishwasher, being my cheering squad at the winter carnival and never making me wear polyester.
Bonnie Williamson says
Sending you folks my sympathy for the loss of Bill’s Mother, forever remembered. May the memories that fill your heart help to bring you comfort. Always your friend.
Lisa Baxter says
You all are in our thoughts. I was blessed to have known Jean and to get to know Connie over the past few years. She will be remembered fondly.
James Gladeau says
Mrs. Vista, one of the kindest gentlest people I have ever met. By far you are one of my greatest teachers even though you were our school secretary. You taught me life is always better with a smile and a great attitude, attributes I will never forget! You have given me so much in that you taught me to smile! Thank you for everything and one day I will get to thank you! Until we meet again! Ciao
Jimmy R. Gladeau