Yvonne Marie Velarde Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on March 17, 2026, at the age of 91, Yvonne Marie Velarde of Helena, Montana passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Yvonne Marie Velarde to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Yvonne may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Dave Stimson and Lola Stimson (Hurst); her daughters, Sheila Irene Velarde and JoAnn Marie Copeland; and her granddaughter Fawn Williams.
She is survived by: her children, Brandy, Lola (Dan), Stephan Velarde Helena (Claudia), Lillian Bucy Helena (Brent) and Patsy Goble Billings (Keith). She is also survived by 24 grandchildren, 49 great grandchildren and many great, great grandchildren and cousins.
