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Barbara Olds Obituary
GREAT FALLS —Barbara Belle Olds, 78, passed away Monday, November 16, 2015.
A funeral liturgy will be held Friday, November 20, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Spirit Catholic Church followed by a reception. Schnider Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
Barbara was born April 6, 1937 in Butte, Montana and was raised in Great Falls to Ethel and Nick Bundi. She received her diploma from Great Falls High School and studied business at the College of Great Falls.
Barbara worked at the Hub and then Beckmans as a clothing buyer arranging fashion shows in Great Falls. She also worked at Alpenhaus as buyer and seller of ski clothing. Following her passion, she later worked with her brother, Jim Bundi, at Bundi Gardens.
Barbara touched so many lives with her caring, giving, and nurturing spirit making everyone comfortable. She enjoyed entertaining and having her family and friends over to the "No Sweat Ranch" for coffee, lunch or dinner cooking wonderful meals. One of Barbara's passions was planting and caring for flowers along with designing planters and pots which she loved to do for so many people. In addition, she was an accomplished seamstress making dresses for weddings and different occasions.
She is survived by her husband, Robert of Great Falls; son Nick; daughter-in-law Kari; her three cherubs (grandchildren), Sabine, Braeden, and Kaleigh of Anchorage, AK; and her brothers, Bob, Jim, and Joe who live in Great Falls; along with many loving brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Barbara had many friends during her time on this Earth.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Charlie; and brothers-in-law, Gary Olds and Don Evans.
Condolences for the family may be posted online at www.SchniderFuneralHome.com
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Nancy M Curtiss - Gill
November 25, 2015
Robert, Nick, All the Olds and Bundi, I just was informed about Barbara Belle passing. Shock is an understatement. But Russ and I sent out sympathy. Our prayers are with you all. God bless and be with you.
Peggy Marianetti
November 23, 2015
As Barb's former high school classmate (55),I want to express my deepest sympathy and condolences to Bob and the Bundi family. We missed seeing her at the 60th class reunion but she had been in our thoughts and prayers when we learned of her illness. Members of our class are leaving us much too soon.Barb makes three in just the last two weeks, including Jerry Pokarney's unexpected passing in Lethbridge, Canada.
November 21, 2015
Bob and family,
I will always remember the bubble gum lady and how kind you both were with us kids. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Brenda Bennett (Rachel Bennett's daughter)
Dan Itami
November 21, 2015
Bob Sorry to hear of Barbs passing are thoughts and prayers are with you and family
Ed Matteucci
November 20, 2015
Her beauty and outgoing personality will be greatly missed. Loving thoughts and prayers to Bob and family. Ed
Terry & Carol Stevenson
November 20, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time.
Maranna Dean
November 20, 2015
Such a beautiful person. Feel blessed to have known her. Wishing you all peace during this time of sorrow.
Scott Bundi
November 20, 2015
11/20/2015 Bob and Nicky, We are with you in spirit today as you put Aunt Barb to rest. Trips to Great Falls will never be the same now that she is gone. Our love to you both. Scott, Kori and Judi.
gail campbell
November 20, 2015
Only knew Barb from curves and knew then what a sweet lady she was. Always happy and caring. Will miss your sweet smile.
Jean O'Neill
November 20, 2015
Barbie not only welcomed you into her home with Bobby, she welcomed you into her heart. A true Lady and friend.
Ernie Gianotti
November 19, 2015
A fond recollection of Showdown, "King's Hill,) skiers is now gone
Larry
November 19, 2015
Bob, so sorry for the passing of your beautiful lady, Barbara. We enjoyed her creations on the river, we watch the land scape change from winter to beautiful each year. We both know, our Lord has taken her into HIS arms and reunited her with those that preceded her to Heaven. God Bless. Larry Huston
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