Katherine Oswald
February 27, 1926 - September 10, 2010
Obituary
Katherine Victoria Oswald, 84, of Billings, died at her home Friday, September 10, 2010. Katherine was born in Ryegate, Montana, February 27, 1926 to Michael and Audenia Schaff. She lived in Ryegate, Belmont, Broadview and Billings, Montana.On January 14, 1948 she married LaVern Oswald and together they had nine children. Katherine was a housewife, cook for a lunch program at Holy Rosary School and, most importantly, mother and grandmother. She was a real classy lady, always there for her family and friends.Her community activities included the Altar Society, Pink Ladies and she was a foster grandparent. Katherine loved playing cards, sewing, puzzles, going to breakfast with her family & friends and going to the “store”. She was a talented musician - played the piano, organ and accordion.Survivors include nine children: David (Susan) Oswald of Hardin, Susan (Jon) Grenier, of Billings, Janet (Ron) Folkerts of Billings, Gerianne (Clancy) Yancey of Denver, Jack (Beth) Oswald of Miles City, Vicki Oswald of Billings, Betty (Phil) Piedra of Modesto, California, Rick (Sharon) Oswald of Fallon, Nevada, Father Rob Oswald of Miles City, and honorary daughter Mary Wandler; twenty-three grandchildren: Chris, Brian and Maria Oswald, Michelle and Jeremy Grenier, Debbie Mader, Kathy Dostal, Beth Hewett, Jody, Jacob and Adam Yancey, Ciara Fandek, Amberli and Gus Oswald, Amy Lipomi, Kristi Bland, Mandy Bartelink, Seth Oswald, Casey Shore, Jeremy& Roman Roberts, Eric and Sean Piedra and seventeen great-grandchildren. Also, brothers Nick (Grace) Schaff and Ned (Gail) Schaff; and one sister Eugenia Lawrence, several sister-in-laws, many nieces and nephews and best friend Grace Sexton.Katherine was preceded in death by her husband, parents, brothers Victor, Chris, Frank, Louie and Bernard and sisters Eva, Lizzie M., Lizzie B., and Rose.Visitation will be from 18 p.m. Monday, 10 a.m. 8 p.m. Tuesday, 10 a.m.5 p.m. Wednesday. Rosary at 6:30 p.m. with the Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday and Funeral Mass at 12:00 noon Thursday, September 16 both at St. Patricks Co-Cathedral with Committal in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Sacred Heart Church, P.O. Box 1016, Miles City, Montana 59301 or St. Patricks Co-Cathedral in Billings.Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.dahlfuneralchapel.com.
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Maria
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I know I'm not the only one, but I still miss her and dream so much about her that it hurts...it just breaks inside. Love you Grandma, Your favorite
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Jerry SChaaf
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Aunt Katherine and Uncle LaVerne have always been my Best Aunt and Uncle during my life. Their Children David, Susan, Janet, Gerianne, Jack Betty Rick and Robby are the best people that anyone could ever be associated with. And I truly Love Them all. They were raised by the Most Wonderful and Loving parents, as that is why they are who they are today. They Are truly great people and individuals. I truly shocked to hear about the death of Aunt Katherine, As I came accross her famliy while dining out. I was not informed of the tradgety until Robby and Rick had told me. I Am deeply sorry for not being able to attend Aunt Katherine's Funeral or Funeral Mass. To THe Oswald Family, I would like you to know that My Deepest Thoughts and Sympathy, and prayers are with you all. And May Aunt Katherine rest in peace and be happy with our Lord Savior Jesus Christ. I Love All and each of you. Jerry Schaaf
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Rob & Barb Badgett
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Jack and Beth, Dave and Susan and the entire Oswald family. We truly want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Your mother and father were great friends of the Badgetts and we treasure the memories of past years. We know this is a difficult time and God will help each and everyone of you get through this. We are thinking of you also. Plesae rest easy knowing that your mom and dad are together again and that is good time for them. Take care and you are in our prayers. Rob and Barb Badgett
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Don and Mel Hagfeldt
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Fr. Rob and family, May the memories bring a smile back to your faces. Thinking and praying for you. Don and Mel, Scobey
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Kris Anderson Otis
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Sorry to hear about your mom, I lived 2 doors down on Clark St. and played with Geri as a kid. I was always impressed with how she kept all you kids in line. My deepest condolances. Kris
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Dennis & Mary Ann Schaff
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless