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Opal Held
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1930
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2026
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Opal Held Obituary
October 23, 1930 - March 2, 2026
Opal Joyce Held
October 23, 1930 - March 2, 2026
Opal Joyce Held, lovingly known as Joyce, was born on October 23, 1930, in Butte, Montana to Cecil & Leona Atkinson. She had two brothers and one sister, all deceased.
Joyce married her life long love, John "Jack" Held, and together they made their home in Whitehall, Montana. Their life was built on enduring love, partnership, and a deep commitment to each other and family.
She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and family was always her greatest joy.
She was a true and loyal friend.
On March 2, 2026, Joyce went to heaven to be with the Lord, leaving behind a legacy that will live on through the generations of family and friends she cherished.
She is survived by her two daughters and their husbands, Linda and Ron Schott, Paulette and Don Buhl; her four granddaughters and their husbands, Dulcie and David Clark, Shelbie, and Guy Croy, Aleisha and Christien Colvin, and Jackie and Scott Gingras; 13 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandsons.
Joyce was the last family survivor of her generation and holds a special place in the hearts of her many nieces and nephews.
She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved her.
No services are planned at this time.
Memorials can be made in her honor to Madison Manor in Ennis or Meadowlark Manor in Whitehall
K&L Mortuaries and Crematory
109 W 2nd St Whitehall MT 59759
4062873271
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Ralph Sweet
Yesterday
So sorry for your loss She was truly a wonderful person she´ll be missed by all of us us that knew her
Debbie Cronan
Yesterday
So very sorry to hear of Joyce´s passing. She was such a sweet lady and a ray of light. Prayers to the Held family.
Mark & June Gornick
Yesterday
Linda Paulette so sorry about your mom. She was a lovely person and great friend. Thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Jill Spackman Allen
Yesterday
Such a beautiful soul. So very sorry. Hold tight to your precious memories. Much love, Jill Spackman Allen
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