Delores Drew of Butte passed away Saturday June 5th, she was 84. She was born on June 5th, 1937 in Salem Indiana to Ivan (Paul) and Mildred Motsinger. Delores spent her childhood and young adult life in Indiana. Delores had a love of music and singing. She sang in the church choir often doing solo’s and also sang on the radio. She met and married Porter Becraft and to this union had six children. They later divorced. She then met Aubrey (Dean) Drew while he was stationed in the Air Force in Nebraska. After his retirement they moved to Butte. Delores had a fulfilling life of raising her children. Once her children were of school age, she began her working career at Memorial Hospital in Fremont Nebraska and then at the Butte Convalescent Center. After retiring she enjoyed time with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and friends. She had many hobbies including reading, crafts, sewing, baking, houseplants, gardening and her beloved pets. Delores was preceded in death by parents, two husbands, two brothers, Gary and Don, beloved daughter Sherry Paulette and granddaughter Lindsey Sharlene Andersen. Her survivors include brother Charlie, Indiana, Daughters: Shannon ( Mike ) Fairchild, Butte, Tammy Becraft, White Hall, Teresa ( Bruce ) Andersen, Fremont, NE, Sons: Danny Becraft and Kerry ( Eva Jo )Becraft of Indiana. 11 Grandchildren and 12 Great Grandchildren with one on the way. Delores was so loved by her family and friends and will be missed by all who knew her. Memorial contributions to Chelsea Bailey Animal Shelter or Alberts Angel Fund.
Viewing with visitation will begin at 11 AM on Thursday, June 10, 2021, in the ballroom at the Copper King Hotel, 4655 Harrison Ave, Butte, MT 59701. A memorial service celebrating her life will follow at 12 PM.
Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or share a memory of Delores.
Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Delores and her family.
Alvin Baldwin says
My other mother miss you and our talks on the phone was good to here you on your birthday . When you get there give mom a big hug for me so great to have two mothers . You were there for me after mom passed away love and miss you .
Your other daughter
Paula Quilici says
Dear family, Delores, was a good friend, to all of us who worked with her and the residents at the Butte Convalescence Center. When you saw her out and about, she always remember who you were, and always had a good word to say to you. I know you will miss her dearly, God bless you all and I am sure our good Lord has her now with him in the light of his love.
Norma Baldwin says
My other mother miss you and our talks on the phone was good to here you on your birthday. When you get there give mom a big hug for me. It has been so great having two mothers.you were there for me after mom passed away.love and will miss you so much.
Your other daughter Beaner
Julie Buckley says
Sweet Delores – dear friend and neighbor – always kind, always reaching out and sharing (especially plants!). You were a very special person and you will be greatly missed always.
I will be looking for you across the street every day…
My condolences to your entire family, especially the Fairchilds (Shannon) and Teresa
Patty Smigaj says
Dear Family of Delores.
My name is Patty Smigaj(Reopelle) your mother, grandmother was so kind to my mother Rose Reopelle in her later years. She would look in on her and even shop for her. I will miss her kindness, to me and my family also. What a huge heart and her kindness will live on in my life forever. Rest in Peace Delores, and if you see Rose on your journey tell her hi for me. Love ya
Patty and family