Martha Downey

Martha Downey

November 01, 1936 - January 21, 2023

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Martha Theresa Downey, age 86, passed away on January 21, 2023, in Billings, Montana. She was born on November 1, 1936, in Great Falls, Montana to Julian and Rachel (Voet) Laisnez. While she was married to James Downey, Tim was born into their family. They were later divorced.


Martha was a registered nurse and worked as an RN at St. James in Butte, Columbus Hospital in Great Falls, and at St. Vincent Hospital in Billings. She enjoyed knitting, sewing, crafts, and collecting collectibles.


Her parents, brothers Mike and Julian, and sister Jo Stone preceded Martha in death. She is survived by her son Tim Downey; grandsons Justin and Cody Downey; brother Pat Laisnez; and sisters Polly Philips and Mary Lou Laisnez.


A Memorial Service will be held at Dahl Funeral Chapel on Saturday, February 4, 2023, at 11:00 AM with a reception to follow. Martha's final resting place will be Holy Cross Cemetery.

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Julie Johnson
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Tim and family, we are sorry to hear of Auntie Martha’s passing. She was quite a character! I have good memories of her funny antics and still have many crochet pot holders and towels. God speed to her and know we are thinking of you and send our love to you. Mark and Julie (Philipps) Johnson and family!
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Martha Boyce
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I worked with Martha when I was young RN and she was a great mentor who taught me a lot. Her patients loved her. She was a wonderful, kind person and it was fun to meet another Martha. The world lost a good one.
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Martha Boyce
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I worked with Martha as a new graduate. She taught me a lot. She was kind and patient. Her patients loved her. It was nice to meet another Martha. The world lost a good one.

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