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2013
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Helen Uhlrich Obituary
Helen Rae was born the second of four children on Dec. 28, 1921, to Charles and Clara McDermott in Miles City, Mont. She was raised near Power and graduated from Power High School in 1940. In 1944, she earned a bachelor's degree in home economics from Montana State College with an emphasis on dietetics. Following graduation, she worked as a dietician for the MSC Student Union. After starting a family, she was well known for her many years of making custom draperies in the Bozeman area.
Helen Rae married Paul Uhlrich on June 11, 1949 at Holy Rosary Church in Bozeman. Family was always a priority for them, and together they raised four children.
She was a member of PEO Chapter BF and active at the Bozeman Senior Center, Resurrection and Holy Rosary Catholic parishes. As a loyal Bobcat, she was alum advisor for Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority, Spurs and Mortar Board.
Helen Rae will be remembered as a loving wife and devoted mother. She was hospitable, compassionate and spirited to all that knew her. She will be deeply missed.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul; a son, David; and parents, Charles and Clara McDermott.
Helen Rae is survived by her children and their families: son, Rob (Donna Woodburn) Uhlrich of Fort Collins, Colo. and grandchildren, Jennifer, Katie and Scott; daughter, Jean (Brent) Murray of Great Falls and grandchildren, Colleen (Brent) Lignell, Kathleen (Joel) Lohrmeyer and Brian (Krysta) Murray; daughter, Karen (Manfred) Bartz of Snohomish, Wash. and grandchildren, Stefani, Michaela and Kristiane; and daughter-in-law, Joyce (Hoff Uhlrich) Kastner of Loveland, Colo., and grandchildren, Heidi (Ryan) Smith and Jason (Amanda) Uhlrich and 10 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by siblings, Natalie Bergland of San Antonio, Texas, Winifred McMullen of Glendive and Patrick (Rosa) McDermott of Ramsey.
Visitation will be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday, followed by a Foresters Rosary at 6:30 p.m. and Vigil Service at 7 p.m., all at Dahl Funeral Chapel. Funeral Mass is Monday at 10 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Bozeman followed by burial in Sunset Hills Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bozeman Deaconess Foundation; in memo line put Hospice, 931 Highland Blvd., Suite 3200, Bozeman, MT 59715 or the charity of your choice.
Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.dahlcares.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Helen Uhlrich
Laura Amble
August 22, 2013
To Jean and her family, my prayers are with you and your family, I liked working with Helen during her sewing years. She gave a great deal of attention to detail as she did in life. Amazing lady with an amazing family.
Sue Keep
August 20, 2013
I have known Helen Rae for many years as she volunteered here at the Bozeman Senior Center. Such a lovely lady who was also so happy to be here and to see all of us. Many God bless you all. Sue
Linda Berglund Gallagher
August 20, 2013
The miles kept our families apart, but I have fond memories of visits with the Ulrichs in Bozeman and Aunt Helen Rae's contagious laugh. My thoughts are with all the family.
Love,
Fr. Tom Haffey
August 19, 2013
My sympathy and prayers for Helen Rae and you all. She was always most gracious to me. Fr. Tom Haffey
Kim (Anderson) Center
August 19, 2013
Karen, It was wonderful to see your mother at AOII Founders' Day in February. Helen Rae's face just lit up each time she saw a familiar face. We all love her and will miss her very much. Alpha Love to you and your family.
Jennifer Kayser
August 16, 2013
I feel so lucky to have known Helen Rae. She was one very special person and an incredible role model for the ladies of AOII. The world is a better place because of her. Her bright smile and cheerful spirit were contagious. She will be deeply missed.
Nancy S
August 16, 2013
My sincere condolences. May the God of all comfort give you the strength to cope.
Kerry Hanson
August 16, 2013
Helen Rae, a tremendous Bobcat Alumni, and AOII Sister. I'm so grateful to have known her for the past 24 years! -Kerry
Courtney
August 16, 2013
Helen will be so missed by all the AOIIs in Bozeman! Thank you Helen for the inspiration you provided.
August 16, 2013
Rob and family,
My prayers are with you at this time.
Bill Ward
Steve Scott
August 16, 2013
Rest in Peace Helen. You surely have fought the good fight.
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