Michal Jean Bilsland Sheldon, Iowa Obituary

Michal Jean Bilsland

Michal “Mike” Jean Pinegar-Montague Bilsland Sheldon, Iowa Michal “Mike” Jean Pinegar-Montague Bilsland, age 86, of Sheldon, Iowa and formerly of Green Bay, Wisconsin passed away on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at Sanford Medical Center in Sioux Falls, SD. Her services will be 11:00 AM on Monday, February 14, 2022 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Sheldon, Iowa with Fr. Siby Punnoose ~ officiating. Burial will be in East Lawn Cemetery in Sheldon, Iowa. Visitation will be from 10:00 – 11:oo A.M. on Monday, February 14, 2022 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Sheldon, Iowa. The Service will be Recorded and later posted to the Vander Ploeg Facebook Page Arrangements are under the care of the Vander Ploeg Funeral Home – Sheldon. Online condolences may be made to the Family at www.vanderploegfunerals.com IN LOVING MEMORY OF MICHAL “MIKE” JEAN BILSLAND BORN March 30, 1935 Marinette, Wisconsin PASSED AWAY February 10, 2022 Sioux Falls, South Dakota FUNERAL SERVICE 11:00 P.M. Monday, February 14, 2022 St. Patrick Catholic Church; Sheldon, Iowa Fr. Siby Punnoose ~ Officiating CONGREGATIONAL HYMNS “How Great Thou Art” “The Old Rugged Cross” Instrumental “Be Not Afraid” “O’Danny Boy” Instrumental Organist: Laura Wagner FINAL RESTING PLACE East Lawn Cemetery Sheldon, Iowa The service will be recorded and posted to the Vander Ploeg Funeral Home Facebook Page After today’s graveside service the family invites family and friends to join them in the fellowship hall of the church. Arrangements are under the care of the Vander Ploeg Funeral Home - Sheldon. MICHAL “MIKE” JEAN BILSLAND Michal “Mike” Jean Pinegar-Montague Bilsland, the daughter of Dr. Kenneth and Norah (Kane) Pinegar was born March 30, 1935 Marinette, Wisconsin. She grew-up in Marinette and graduated from Our Lady of Lourdes High School in Marinette. She went on to further her education at St. Theresa College in Winona, MN, St. Norbert College in DE Pere, WS and School of Medical Technology in St. Paul, MN with an Associate Degree in Laboratory Technology. Michal worked as a Laboratory Tech in Ft. Madison, WS, Conejo Valley Hospital in 1000 Oaks, CA, North Hollywood Hospital, North Hollywood, CA, St. Vincent Hospital for 15 years and Previa Clinic for 19 years in Green Bay, WS. Michael was united in marriage to Kelvin F. Montague on September 8, 1962 at St. Theresa Catholic Church in North Hollywood, CA. Kelvin preceded her in death on December 8, 1997 in Green Bay, WS. Michal remained in Green Bay until July 23, 2006 when she was united in marriage to Keith Bilsland at St. James Francis Dechatel in Ashwaubenan, WS, the couple made their home in Sheldon, Iowa. Michal passed away on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at the Sanford Medical Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota reaching the age of 86 years, 10 months and 11 days. Michal was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Sheldon, Iowa, she enjoyed crocheting and knitting, gambling the “Green Bay Packers”, reading and especially spending time with her family. Michal leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Keith of Sheldon; her son, Thomas Fitzgerald (Kimberly) Montague and her daughter, Colleen Jane Montague both of Green Bay, WS;2 stepsons, Mark and Matt Bilsland of Sheldon; 6 grandchildren, Danielle, Meghan, Bryce, Alysa, Keira and Brenna; 3 great-grandchildren, Gabrielle, Travis and Arlo; and a sister, Mary Jo (Kenneth) Zilish of Appleton, WS and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Kelvin Montague; her parents, 2 sisters, Norah Jane “Nonie” Johnson; Patricia Pinegar and a brother, Kenneth James Pinegar.
March 30, 1935 - February 10, 202203/30/193502/10/2022
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Eldridge Family Funeral Home
February 14, 2022
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Lou Stoller
February 15, 2022
Mike and I worked together at Prevea Clinic here in Green Bay--she was one of my favorite (and most dependable ) people to go to for emergency "fill in" !! I knew that if she came in, the job would be done well and the patients satisfied . Her smile was instantly recog... Continue Reading
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Yvonne Rodriguez
February 14, 2022
Mi Señora, my lady... thank you for the wonderful memories. I hope you know what you meant to our family. Thank you for all the joy you brought to us, for the gifts and the love. Idk know what I will do next football season as I will miss all the trash talk we did. It br... Continue Reading
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Mary Sebero
February 13, 2022
Memories of you go way back in my childhood. One thing for sure, you were like a second mom to me. I remember my time with you in California and I never wanted to leave. We both cried when I left! Thank you for your love, and all your sweet early morning text. I pray y... Continue Reading
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Love Mary Tom Sebero
February 13, 2022
Dear Family, I am so sorry for your loss! I pray you will one day find comfort and peace in all your loving memories. Love Mary Tom Sebero
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Love to your family! Mary and Bob Van Dyck
February 12, 2022
Mike....thanks so much for you love and friendship to both of us. Our friendship goes back to kindergarten! So many good years! We will miss you!
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The Groves Family
February 12, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jeff, Llaina and Nolan Groves (daughter of Ruth Aird and Jerry Bose.)
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Tom and Jennifer Brands
February 12, 2022
Keith, Mike brought many gifts into our lives. We will not forget her. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy, Tom & Jennifer Brands
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Coleen & Harold Ahlers
February 12, 2022
Keith and family. Our deepest sympathy to all of you on the loss of a very nice person. Will certainly miss seeing Michal's smile at church. May God be with all of you during your sorrows. Coleen (Wolbers) & Harold Ahlers
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Michael E. Thole
February 12, 2022
A candle was posted for Michal Jean Bilsland.
A candle was posted for Michal Jean Bilsland.
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Matt and Irina Juley
February 12, 2022
In memory of Mrs. Montague.

1 memorial tree was planted in memory of Michal Jean Bilsland.