Betty

Gebhardt

Betty Jo Gebhardt passed away peacefully at her home on November 12, 2026.

Betty was born on July 29, 1930, in Malta, Montana, to Patrick and Lydia McGillis. She was raised in Havre, Montana. In 1949, she met Leo Gebhardt in Great Falls, Montana, and they were married that same year.

In 1953, they moved to the Plains area, where they farmed and raised their five daughters. Betty worked alongside Leo on the farm while caring for and raising their family.

Betty was an avid member of St. James Catholic Church, and her Catholic faith remained an important part of her life.

Betty is survived by her five daughters, Ardella Wilkey of Battle Creek, Michigan; Kathy Mihelish (Phillip) of Firth, Idaho; Lois Wilkinson (Jerry) of Billings, Montana; Patty Gebhardt of Plains; and Stacey Thomas (Rick) of Plains, Montana. She is also survived by eleven grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, and many great-great-grandchildren.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Leo; her parents, Patrick and Lydia McGillis; two brothers and six sisters; and one great-grandchild.