Winogene Clairmont Cherry
Winogene Clairmont Cherry, 82, of Polson, MT passed away on Friday, August 13, 2010 at St. Luke Community Hospital in Ronan.
Winogene was born on Nov. 11, 1927 in Ronan to Maurice & Hattie (Sloan) Hastings.
She grew up and attended schools in Ronan & Graduated from Ronan High School.
She married Bernard Wayne Clairmont in 1945 in Polson. They had three children together and Bernard passed away in 1984.
Winogene worked as a telephone operator at the Telephone Company in Polson and she later worked as the Selective Service’s Administration Secretary.
Winogene was known for her gracious manner, gentle and warm disposition which she generously shared with those fortunate to know her.
Winogene loved to travel and she lived in several places throughout the Western U.S.
She was an active member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and was a member of the Confederated Salish Kootenai Tribe.
Winogene always maintained a job while raising her three boys and her family was always first. She always corresponded with family and friends and she never lost touch with anyone. She was always great at keeping track of important dates and facts for her family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husbands, Bernard, Rosie Vonada, Robert Berger & Stark David Cherry and a son- Barney in 1980
She is survived by 2 –sons- Corwin “Corky” Clairmont & Linda of Ronan & Dave Clairmont & Glenda of Polson , 2 grandchildren- Bernie (Sabrina) Clairmont of Portland & Allen (Brooke) Clairmont of Missoula, and her great grandchildren- Kyia, Kirstyn, Brook, Kaitlyn, Zenler & Zakary. She is also survived by a nephew- Alf Salway and her extended family Nancy Crosby, Gloria Garret, Delane Newgard, Mariane Vanada & numerous other relatives and friends.
Visitation will from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday August 15, 2010 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Polson. Vigil service will be held on Sunday at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, August 16th at the Catholic Church with Rev. Jim Connor officiating. Interment will be held at the Ronan Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to St. Jude’s Hospital or to the Donor’s Choice.
Condolences may also be left to the family at www.groganfuneralhome.com.
My most sincere wishes & condolences to Winogene’s family. I will miss communicating to my dearest 1st cousin. My mom was Blanche Sloan Hattie’s sister. We had such good times recolecting the past. I thank God we had just talked in the last week. God Bless you all and please convey my best to all.
Corky…our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Diane Buckskin Michel
Lucinda, Miah & Uriah Michel and families.
David and Corky,
We are so saddened to hear of your Mother’s death. We lost all our parents last year, so know how difficult this is for you. Our thoughts are with you. Bruce and Jan
Corky & Linda,
My prayers and love to you and your family. Reading your mom’s obituary tells me she was quite a remarkable lady. What a blessing! I’m sure she will be terribly missed. God bless all of you.
Sincerely,
Charmel Gillin
My deepest sympathy to David, Corky and Linda at your mother’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Winogene was such a special person and will be missed by all.
Deb Weivoda
My prayers are with the family of Winogene. Deepest sympathy to Corky and family.
David, Corky and family….My deepest sympathy to you all.
My deepest sympathies on your loss. I am quite saddened to hear of Winogene’s passing. It is special individuals such as her that come into our life to bring love and light. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you.
Dave and Corky,
I will never forget all the wonderful things your mom did for me and anyone else she that was fortunate to be in her presence. She always put friends and family first, and was a very special person. Winogene will lways be fondly remembered, and in our hearts forever.
Kim and Shirley
Dear Corky and Dave (& families),
Just heard about your Mom. So sorry to learn that we’ve all lost an angel. I always thought of your Mom as my aunt. She always remembered me and loved me. What a wonderful spirit she had! Not many people impact Ron, but he too will miss her charm and beauty. So sorry we missed being with you for the services. Your Mom was truly one of “the best”. We will miss her.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Ron & Natalie
Dear Corwin and Dave,
Please accept my sympathy on the loss of your mother.
When I saw her last she was with Marge Plank at S&K College, April 2008. They allowed me to take their picture together.
It turned out beautifully . . .
Dave ‘Earl’ Holland
Sorry for you loss, all our prayers to your families. Lovie & Carolyn
Dear Corky, Linda , David & Glenda:
Hard to believe we lost my mom and your mom in less than a year. They are up in heaven having their hair done to gether and looking for a machine to play. Two wonderful ladies.