In the early morning hours of July 21, 2023, our family rock, Jean “Jeannie”, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her own home. Jeannie was born on September 21, 1959 in Wolf Point, MT to Gale “Pete” Peterson and Beulah Peterson(Roy). She was a loyal, loving, and caring person, full of grit and determination.
Jeannie started at a very young age being everybody’s rock, first, with her older sister, Terry, and then with her younger sister, Brenda. Jeannie and Terry enjoyed playing outside for hours at a time. They also spent time sledding, playing with dolls, and having tea parties. When her younger sister, Brenda, was born, Jeannie took her on as her own baby and loved to push her around in the stroller, specifically, to the big rock for picnics. Jeannie also liked to build forts with her friends, Tana and Janell, and go on picnics with her mom and pick wildflowers. It was no secret that Jeannie was not an avid participant in school. There were many times during elementary school that Jean would take it upon herself to leave school and walk home. Knowing full well that her Grandpa Percy would spot her walking up the gravel road and go pick her up to give her a ride home.
On April 9, 1976, Jeannie married Gerald Archdale. They had just celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary. Together, they had three daughters, Angela Marie, Tera Lynn, and Carrie Sue. When it came to her kids and grandkids, Jeannie was loyal and fierce. She was bound and determined that her children would have the chance to participate in any activities of their choosing. Even if it meant that she had to give something up for herself. Jeannie was extremely proud of her childrens’ accomplishments. Especially, when they received their college degrees. She loved watching her grandchildrens activities and listening to their many adventures. She enjoyed attending their football, soccer, and baseball games, birthday parties and Parker’s school plays. When Jeannie’s oldest sister shared highlights of Preston’s last baseball game, Jeannie opened her eyes and shared a loving smile. Although Brenly and Carly were still young and just getting involved in activities, Jeannie loved to watch whatever Brenly and Carly were involved in.
Jeannie worked at several places during her time of employment and made many friendships at each place. Some of those friendships continued up until the time of her passing, two of which are Tina and Krit. Places she worked include, The Sweet Shop, Gillette Pharmacy, Wood’s Powr-Grip, Trinity Hospital, and Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office.
Jeannie had many things she enjoyed. These included the many dogs she had over the years, celebrating Christmas and birthdays, old TV shows such as, Little House on the Prairie, The Waltons, and Hazel, family reunions at Bruno’s, watching Jerry teamrope, and, of course, QVC.
Jeannie is preceded in death by a daughter, Tera, parents, Beulah and Gale “Pete” Peterson, maternal grandparents, Lawrence and Lizetta Roy, paternal grandparents, Percy and Ellen Peterson, mother and father-in-law, Rhoda “Patsy” and Calvin Archdale, sister-in-law, Kate Price, brother-in-law, Bob Archdale, nephews, Lee Granbois and Tyler Schumacher.
Jeannie is survived by her husband, Gerald Archdale, daughters, Angela Marie and Carrie Sue(Brock), grandsons, Parker and Preston, granddaughters, Brenly, Carly and Brianna, sisters, Terry Peterson Jarvis and Brenda Schilling, sister-in-law, Connie Schumacher(Theron), nieces and nephews, Austin (Emily), Alexandra (Lukas), Melissa, Eli, Melanie, Cole, Maya, Tuesday, Melissa, Theron, Jared, Jhona and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Jeannie’s family and close friends were able to spend two weeks in her home of loving each other before Jeannie’s passing. We were able to tell her how much we loved her and were given the gift to hear her last words be, “I love you, too.”
Condolences for the family may be left using the form below.
Service Schedule
Family Receives Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday July 26, 2023
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Thursday July 27, 2023
First Lutheran Church
415 Johnson Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Service Schedule
Family Receives Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday July 26, 2023
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Thursday July 27, 2023
First Lutheran Church
415 Johnson Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
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Iva Zimmerman says
Condolences to the family!
Sherry Boysun says
Oh, how I will miss our talks and our walks when we were able. Even our agreeing to disagree. Our love for cute pj’s. I don’t know who I will talk to now, we shared so many private things.
And even though I know you are at peace and God is holding you in the palm of his hand . You did so much for so many, myself included, you were there when I needed you the most, when my mom died, Couldn’t have done it without you. I just hope all the people you helped realize that we had a secret angel here on earth before you became a real angel in heaven.
My thoughts and prayers and love go out to all your family.
Fly high my angel, love you and will miss you, until we meet again.
🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷
Vicki says
So sorry for your loss! Jeannie was a soft spoken sweet lady! She always watched out for Mike’s grave. Rest In Peace! Vicki & Loren
Nancy Kurokawa says
Jeanne worked at the Sweet Shoppe for my mom and dad, Grant & Mari. My mom especially adored Jeanne and Angie. I remember Jeanne’s sweet disposition and her great smile. Sincere condolences to the family.
Love, Nancy Kurokawa
Janell Bond says
I am so saddened to hear about my dear friend Jeannie. We became best friends in grade school and I have many precious memories of our times together. I think we first bonded in 1st grade when we had to get our TB vaccine and kept going to the back of the line when it was our turn. Although our paths went in different directions over the years, our friendship always remained in our hearts. Rest in peace my friend. My deepest condolences to the family.
Janell (Taylor) Bond
Darlyn F Grainger says
Condolences to the families. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tiffany Sietsema says
We will miss seeing you on your walks. Grayson always looked forward to his daily chats with “Grandma Jeannie.” Thank you for being so good to us!
Greg and Chris Holler-Dinsmore says
Deepest condolences to the family and friends of Jeannie. She was such a spark of life and love. It was a joy to have her play piano for services. May you find comfort and healing in the hope of the resurrection, the enduring presence of the love of God and the care and love of friends and family. Uplifting you in prayer. Greg and Chris H-D
Scott Taylor says
As Janell’s big brother…I too am very saddened to hear of her passing….I remember Jeannie coming over to the house for years and years…Her laugh was contagious and her smile too…I did quite a bit of work for her and Jerry over the years and she still had THAT LAUGH! She always found the time to give others her care and support when they lost a loved one….So to Jerry, Angela, Carrie Sue, Terry, Brenda, and all her grandchildren….This one’s for YOU Jeannie…God Bless you all. Scott Taylor
Tina strauser says
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and family.
Kris Sampson says
Jeanie was soft spoken, kind and truly a loving gift to so many. Shawna and Carrie were the best of friends all through school and still are to this day. She was so kind to Shawna, which we truly loved and loved her. Whenever we had to go out of town, Jeannie loved to take our dog Cali and treated her like her own. You will be missed Jeannie, super big Hug to you Carrie! 💖🤗
Sue Johnson says
I am so sorry to hear of Jeannie’s passing. May your sweet memories and strong faith sustain you now and in the days to come. My thoughts and prayers go out to all her family and friends.
Eliza Sorte Thomas says
I remember her always smiling! May all that loved her find comfort reminiscing and living out their lives enjoying things she enjoyed. My deepest sympathies.
Jason Frederick says
Prayers for the family!! I love you Jeanie! You were the best!!!
Robyn Baker says
Carrie, Gerry & Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending heartfelt condolences and prayers for strength and comfort.
Robyn Baker
Wendy Chopp says
I knew Jeannie from when she worked at the Sweet Shoppe for my parents and when we worked together at Gillette Pharmacy. I was in high school at the time. She was so nice and we shared a lot of laughs. My thoughts and prayers are with the Archdale family.
Wendy (Kurokawa) Chopp
Lois Black says
My condolences to her family and friends. Jeannie and I go back along ways, we had so much in school. I remember when she asked if I wanted to spend the weekend with her at first I said No then her mom asked my folks and come to find out my mom was her mom’s friend. We were so crazy. Rest in peace my friend
Laurie Suppes says
I am so sorry for your loss. Jeannie & I were close cousins while growing up. “Though gone from our sight, loved ones are never gone from our hearts. “
Jim Gabrielson says
Oh, my sweet Friend, I am truly sorry to her this. But, after all this time, you are Free At Last. Your body stays here, and your Spirit is free, Sledding, picnics, hanging out, organizing reunions ;^) but most importantly, to see Tera again! There is a hole in our hearts, but we’ll meet again soon enough. Say hi to the Gang and enjoy your shenanigans up there! Peace, my Friend
Angela France says
Oh, Jerry. I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Leatrice Spence says
My condolences to all of Jeannie’s family. I will be thinking of you all in the days ahead and praying for the healing only time can bring.
Terry..it’s so harsh to loose a sibling. I am here if you need a friend.
Jeanette Long Loucks says
I am so sorry to hear of your Mother, Wife, Sister, & Grandmother having to leave you all. I hadn’t seen Jeannie in many years, but we did talk on Facebook from time to time. I remember when I lived in Wolf Point & she worked at Gillette Pharmacy. She was such a sweetheart & fun to be around. We’d start talking & an hour later I’d be leaving the store. Enjoy your memories of her & the pain will lessen.
Lovella Landsrud says
Jerry, Angela, Carrie Sue, Terry, and Brenda,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Jeannie was the first person to visit me after Willard passed away. She was very special to both Willard and me. Your family is in my prayers.
JoAnn Nelson says
Jeannie you’ll be missed by so many family and friends!! I first got to know you in 2000 when I went to work at 911 You were always there behind that smile always having a listening ear no matter how high the pile of paperwork was on your desk! Fly high to the mountain!! Sending prayers of comfort for your family and friends!
Debra says
will miss seeing you around Jeannie, God bless your family ,my sincere condolences.
Susan Pierce ( Finkbeiner) says
I’m so sorry for your loss. Ill always remember her smiling and happy. God must have needed her upstairs. Her family meant the world to her and I hope you can find comfort together with so many happy memories. God bless.
Robert/Terry McAnally says
Our condolences to all of Jeannie’s family and friends. May the Creator wrap loving arms around you all as you move through this time of sorrow. May the many positive memories she made through life sustain you all.
Gail Slunaker says
So sorry to hear about Jeannie, I remember her from the First Baptist Church. She was so nice to everyone and to my parents Clenton & Joyce Porter. My Dad was pretty partial to Angie, she would always come and sit with him in church. Jeannie always had a smile on her face and willing to do anything for you. She will be missed but she is in a better place now. Prayers for her family and God Bless each of you.
Ruth Squires-Hood says
Jeannie now smiles down from heaven. Hard to loose those we love but we do know they have gone to a better place. I have enjoyed conversations with Jeannie over the years. She was such a wonderful lady.
Enid Jensen says
I just learned of the passing of Jeannie. I didn’t know her really well, but she will no doubt be missed by many. We were high school classmates and later on connected through Facebook.
It is never easy to lose a family member or a good friend.
May the Lord show his comfort to all who are mourning her.