Dorothy “Dot” Balbinot passed away on April 15, 2016 at Northeast Montana Health Services after a period of health problems. Her physical problems prevented her from doing what she enjoyed best and spent many years doing, working out on her physical fitness and helping others to be the best they could be.
Dorothy was born on October 11, 1941 to Lillian DeLong Weeks and Courtney Reddoor. She grew up in Wolf Point, living her early years with Grandparents Albert and Josephine DeLong and her beloved uncle Dan Delong. Dorothy went to Wolf Point Schools and Marty Indian School. She married at a young age to Carl Fourstar, Sr, who was in the military, and lived in Germany and various places in the U.S., including Hawaii. During this time she was blessed with daughters Carla, Stephanie, and Adrienne and sons Carl, Jr. and Steven.
She returned to Wolf Point in 1976 and met the love of her life and best friend, Robert Balbinot. They married on June 19, 1979 and would have celebrated their 40th year together this year. During her lifetime she worked jobs in customer service as hostess, bartender, waitress, business manager, and clothing model. She taught the people she worked with to provide excellent services to the customer and the value of hard work, as anyone who ever worked with her will attest.
Prior to moving to Williston during the first oil boom in the early 1980s, she went to cosmetology school and got her Montana and North Dakota license. Robert worked in the oil field then went to Butte School of Mines and received a degree in Petroleum Engineering. With Robert working in various locations, they moved to Wolf Point to set up a permanent residence. Dorothy managed the Silverwolf Casino and Tribal Express until retiring with back problems that prevented her from doing the activities she so loved.
Dorothy had a heart for anyone who needed help or assistance for anything. She never turned anyone away and her heart gravitated towards helping children, she would buy them clothes with her own money. She had a natural talent for making everyone feel special.
Dorothy is survived by her husband Robert, children, Stephanie (Charles) Knowlton, Carl, Jr., Steven (Nicole) Fourtsar, Adrienne (Darin)Weinberger, many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is also survived by sisters Josephine Neutgens, Jackie Weeks, and Rita Weeks, and brothers Dennis (Bobbi) Lambert, Gary Farnsworth, John Weeks, David (Barbi) Weeks, Tom (Becky) Weeks, and Wayne (Debbie) Weeks. She is preceded in death by her precious daughter Carla Fourstar, brothers Willie Weeks and Robert Weeks.
“I love you forever, I love you for always, as long as I’m living my mama you’ll be”
Service Schedule
Rosary
7:00 p.m.
Wednesday April 20, 2016
Clayton Stevenson Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
Thursday April 21, 2016
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
530 Dawson Street
Wolf Point, Montana
Service Schedule
Rosary
7:00 p.m.
Wednesday April 20, 2016
Clayton Stevenson Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
Thursday April 21, 2016
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
530 Dawson Street
Wolf Point, Montana
Cissy Eagleman says
To the siblings, children, families and friends of Dot… you’re all in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
May the Lord comfort you all at this time and the days to come.
Bert & Linda Twitchell says
Jackie – Sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Take Care Linda
Janice and Lenny La Counte says
Dot what a great friend she was. I know how much she will be missed by everyone. She was always willing to help and give to anyone in need. Words are hard to find to tell all of you how sad I feel for the whole family. I know she is with God and is no longer suffering horrible pain. She always had a great story to tell and we would laugh about the times we had years ago
Cheryl Saker-Huff says
Our Condolences goes out to the Family & Friends, you are in our Thoughts and Prayers.. R.I.P. Dorothy.
Warren & Cheryl Huff & Family (Nicoles Parents)
Debra beAr says
I am so sorry will be praying for your family I remember dot at tribal she was a very sharp lady. Jesus loves you all
Arnie & Jo Solberg says
So very sorry for your loss Bob….and to Dots entire family
Anita Trice says
I’d like to extend my deepest condolences to family and friends during your time of sorrow. I’ll always have good memories of working for her, she was an awesome woman who kept it real. May she journey well into the spirit world.
Shannon and Debbie Vine says
Condolences to the family.
Shari Ekwortzel says
So many memories from years ago….you will be greatly missed Dot ???
Marlene & Dee Turner says
Bob and family, I am so very sorry to hear of Dot’s passing. My the Lord keep you all close in this time. Marlene and Dee Turner
Jim Patch says
Bob & Family,
I truly grieve for your loss. Dot was a special soul.
Dreamis Eagle Boy says
Our deepest sympathy to the Family of “Dot”, she was a wonderful lady to work with, her thoughtfulness an kindness is unmeasurable. I’m glad I had the pleasure of knowing her. Prayers for her family… God Bless you all!
Maryann SpottedWolf says
Prayers to the family… Dorothy is a beautiful angel now…. Fly high….. Maryann Wetsit and Dolly Stark and Family..
Traci LeVay-Holt says
Thoughts and prayers for the family. So sorry for your loss.
wanda redekopp says
She was not only my best friend but forever a mentor who taught myself as well as others the value of hard work . I will miss her greatly as we had many laughs as well as tears. She was a great person loved by many . I will miss you Dot, Love you to the moon and back.
Lucy Redekopp says
My sincere condolence to family. My prayers & thoughts are with you all.
Patt Iron Cloud says
My heart just broke into a million little tiny pieces when I heard this devastating news! I will miss my beautiful Sister Dot ! God bless her fabulous journey into the Heavens where life began and to the stars and beyond. God bless her dear Bob and all her brothers and sisters and her lovely Adrienne and all her babies and her takojapi and great takojapi! I love you and remember that Families truly are Forever!!!
Cadillac Courchene says
Glad to help with arrangements and I know Dot would like a limo at her services–Cadillac
Bob and Terry McAnally says
Our condolences to all of Dot’s family and friends. She made her time on earth count. May the Creator’s loving arms surround you all as you move through this time of grieving. May you also be surrounded with blessings.
Donna Black Dog says
My prayers to the family for comfort and strength at this sad time.
Tim Cody says
Thoughts and prayers to all.
Rena Stieg Helberg says
I worked with Dot at the El Rancho in Williston, ND. We made a great team in the bar. She was a tireless worker: it was an accomplishment when I could keep up with her. She graciously consented to do haircuts for me at her place, always treating me special. I had been thinking of Dot recently, for no special reason other than general reminiscing. I was surprised to read of her passing. She was a good example to me with her work ethic and her devotion to Bob. I’m positive her husband and family will miss her deeply. May God be with you during this difficult time.
Penny Vossler says
My thoughts are with you all this week. Dot had a huge positive impact on my life, mentoring a life-long love of physical fitness. I often think back to our days of lifting weights together in Williston and am motivated by her cheerful determination and achievements. I hope it gives you comfort to know that there are many more whose lives were touched and forever changed in the same way.
Penny (Forsness) (Weeks) Vossler
Natalie Weeks-O'Neal says
Auntie Dot was a role model for myself and other young women growing up. I loved coming home during summer break in college and working out with her at the home gym. I was in awe with how dedicated she was to her fitness, she really was a pioneer. I remember she always had a pot of coffee going and would sip a cup in between sets. She was classy, smart and beautiful. I am glad she is no longer in pain, but that doesn’t mean we won’t all miss her. I can see her and my Dad Willie up there in heaven having a great time catching up on old times.
Love,
Natalie
Charles, Venture and Lilliana
Greg Stevenson says
Bob and family, I send condolences and prayers on the loss of Dot. We grew up in Wolf Point with Dot’s siblings and I have fond memories of those days. I grieve with you as I lost my baby girl of 36 years to diabetes on January 30/16. I can feel your pain and I bear your burden with you and family.