Barbara Jean Matthews Milne passed away on October 27, 2023 at Trinity Hospital in Wolf Point, Montana. Barb was born on September 29, 1945 to William and Jessie Morning Milne in Lewistown, Montana. Barb attended many schools throughout her years, graduating from Terry high school in 1964. She then went on to put herself through nursing school, graduating with her LPN license in 1966. Barb worked 5 years in Havre before moving to Wolf Point. She then worked at Trinity for 10 years and later worked for the Poplar Hospital for 30 years opening two pharmacies and retiring in 2010.
During her last year of college, she met Odis F. Matthews and married him that same year. Soon after, they welcomed their first daughter, Cindy. Not long after, they moved to Wolf Point where they made their forever home. A few years later, they welcomed their daughter, Kim. Barb loved being a wife, mother, and nurse, but above all, a grandma.
Barb loved spending time with her family and especially her great grandkids. Barb will be dearly missed by all those who loved her and all those who appreciated her work ethics.
Barb is survived by her husband, Odis, of 57 years; her daughter, Cindy (Rick) Neuleib of Sidney, Montana; daughter, Kim, of Poplar, Montana; grandkids, Amanda, Joyce (Adan), David, Ashley, Allen (Jaylee); and great grandkids, Ryder, Aspen, and Jacob.
Barb is preceded in death by her father, William Milne; her mother, Jessie (Milne) Handy; brother, Ron Milne; sisters, Bonnie Tomlinson, and Betty Carter; and her grandparents.
Cremation has taken place. Condolences for the family may be left using the form below.
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Lucy Redekopp says
My sincere condolences to the family. Barb was a very special lady she will be greatly missed.
Jessie Krodel says
Odie, Cindy, Kim and families. We are so sorry to hear about Barb. We certainly had so many good memories and so much fun camping. You are in our prayers. Love you all. Ron & Jessie
Tim Sorley says
My condolences and prayers to Odis and family in this difficult time may the grace of our lord surround your family and comfort you in this time of loss
Jacqueline Follette says
Oh my friend….condolences and prayers for your family. RIP my friend. 😞
Cindy Christian says
Sincere condolences to Barb’s family. I worked with Barb many years at the hospital. Very sweet lady and hard worker. Rest in peace my friend.
Marilyn Mitchell says
So sorry to hear about Barb. She was such an educated lady and always so dependable. I have sure missed working with Barb over the last few years.
Bev Azure says
I worked with Barb in Poplar many years ago, fond memories of her! My condolences to Odie and family!
Bev Evans says
Our prayers are with you Odis and your family Barb was a very nice lady.
Melita Mitchell says
I am so sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. She was a great inspiration while I worked with her in Poplar. She will be greatly missed.
Susan Snitker says
Prayers to Barb’s family. Barb was one of the best nurses I worked with, and know her skill and experience left many people grateful and healthier. Rest in peace, Sister Nurse.
Eyvon and Jerry Duckworth says
Our love and prayers being sent to you all. We love y’all!! Barb will definitely be missed.
Gay Pennington says
Sorry for the loss of Barbara.. She was such a great lady! You have my deepest Sympathy and prayers!
Wendy carnduff says
I worked with Barb at Poplar when Bob was in the lab she was a great nurse and I always enjoyed working with her
Janet Royan says
I am so sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. I worked with Barb in Poplar many years ago. She was reliable and educated.
Dave and Rachel McCloy says
Sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. She was my classmate in nurse’s training. Our Friendship continued with Barb and Odie. She was an amazing person and nurse. Our sympathy is extended to Odie and girls.
Dave and Rachel McCloy says
We extend our sympathy to Odie, Cindy and Kim families upon the loss of Barb. Barb was a nursing classmate and our friendship continued after graduating. Remembering times spent together as the years went by. A special person to so many people.❤️
Rhonda Mason says
I worked with Barb a few years at Trinity Hospital. She was a good nurse and very nice person. Condolences to the family. Rest easy friend.
Bonnie Riley says
Prayers for the family I will miss you my friend one of the best nurse I have ever worked with RIP
Laura Christoffersen says
I am so sorry for your loss.
Patricia Sonsteng says
So sorry to hear this. Barb and I went to nurse’s training together. She was a great friend. Our condolence to the family.
LAURI HANDY says
I worked with Barb for several years . She was a wealth of knowledge. If you needed to know something, just ask Barb! We loved to tease her , you knew you got to her if you got the ” stink eye “. Her family meant everything to her. She was quiet & humble but left her mark with those who were lucky to know or work with her. Barb you will be missed!
Wendy Peterson says
Kim and family, I’m so sorry for the loss of your mom and grandmother. I enjoyed working with her and learned a lot from her.
Debra Loendorf says
I’m sorry for you loss.