<PERSON> passed away on <DATE_TIME>, at <DATE_TIME>, after a long battle with cancer. She passed peacefully in her home, surrounded by loved ones, which was possible because of the dedicated care she received from the hospice team.
<PERSON> was born on <DATE_TIME>, in <LOCATION>, <LOCATION>, to <PERSON> and <PERSON>. She was the younger sister to <PERSON> and <PERSON>. <PERSON> attended grade school in the <LOCATION> area and graduated from Belle Fourche High School in <DATE_TIME>. Throughout her life, <PERSON> proudly shared that she attended the University of Ol’ Ranch kids, where she learned the true meaning of grit, determination, tenacity, and unyielding work ethic.
<PERSON> had a strong sense of community and was often found at community events or dances. This is where she met <PERSON>; the pair were married in <DATE_TIME>. They lived and worked in the <LOCATION> area until moving to <LOCATION> in <DATE_TIME>. To this union, 4 children were born: <PERSON>, <PERSON>, <PERSON>, and <PERSON>. During this time, <PERSON> owned and operated her café called Mama Bears Kitchen, where she proudly did whatever job was needed to take care of her customers. The only thing better than <PERSON>’ cooking, was that she always took time to visit with her customers and teach her kids and grandkids the art of hard work.
<PERSON> and <PERSON> divorced in <DATE_TIME>. She later met and married <PERSON> in <DATE_TIME>; the couple remained in <LOCATION>. <PERSON> passed away in <DATE_TIME>. 62
Through her love of dancing, <PERSON> met her companion, <PERSON> of <LOCATION>, <LOCATION>, in <DATE_TIME>. <PERSON> loved living and working in <LOCATION>, where she held many jobs over <DATE_TIME>. Most recently, she ran a business “Mrs. Git’r Done” in which she did odd jobs for local residents. <PERSON> loved staying busy and remained faithful to her clients long after her cancer diagnosis.
<PERSON> was an enthusiastic horsewoman and enjoyed many riding trips in <LOCATION>, including cattle drives and hunting. <PERSON> was eager to pass along the love of horses to her grandchildren and was known by them to give the best horseback rides. Her zest for life was ever present to her friends and family during the 75th Hulett Rodeo Queen Reunion in <DATE_TIME>, where she and her fellow rodeo queens were honored. <PERSON>’ “education” at the University of Ol’ Ranch kids was evident by her commitment to participate fully in the Reunion where she sat atop a horse in the Hulett Rodeo parade and rode in the horse drawn wagon during the grand entry, despite undergoing rigorous chemotherapy treatments at the time.
In addition to her love of the western lifestyle, <PERSON> was an avid card player. She was especially happy teaching her kids and grandkids card games, often disseminating rules at her convenience. <PERSON>’ one-of-a-kind spirit was ever present on the dance floor, where she was known to have a wicked jitterbug. Even more than her love of horses, cards, dancing, or puzzles was her immeasurable love for her family; she was most content when surrounded by them. Her sense of humor and adventurous spirit will be greatly missed by those that knew and loved her.
<PERSON> is survived by her sisters; son, <PERSON> of <LOCATION>, <LOCATION>; daughters, <PERSON> of <LOCATION>, <LOCATION>, <PERSON> of <LOCATION>, <LOCATION>, and <PERSON> of <LOCATION>, <LOCATION>; step-daughters, <PERSON> of <LOCATION>, <LOCATION>, <PERSON> of <LOCATION>, <LOCATION>; and a step-son, <PERSON> of <LOCATION>, <LOCATION>. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren.
<PERSON> was preceded in death by her parents, husband <PERSON>, numerous Aunt’s and Uncle’s, a step-granddaughter and 2 step-great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life will take place at Kane Funeral Home in <LOCATION> on <DATE_TIME>, at <DATE_TIME>; interment will follow at the Story Cemetery. 62