Diane Marie Hendrickson, age 64, of Helena, Montana, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 25th, 2022.
She was born in Butte, Montana on June 22nd, 1957, to Leonard and Marylou Hendrickson. Her education began at St. Patrick’s School and continued at West Jr. High and Butte High School. She then moved with her family to Minnesota, where she graduated from Pelican Rapids High School in 1975. After continuing her education at Moorhead Technical College, she began her career working at car dealerships in Fargo and Williston, North Dakota.
Returning to Butte in 1988, she began working as a psychiatric aide at the Montana Developmental Center in Boulder. Diane worked with developmentally disabled residents. Using her own experience with mental health issues made her a dedicated and compassionate caregiver for everyone she worked with. She stayed with this calling for more than 24 years until health issues forced her to retire. On June 13th, 1992, she married Ed Parker. They divorced in 1999. She was also a longstanding member of Alcoholics Anonymous.
She is survived by her mother Marylou, brothers Ron (Nancy), Jim (Machelle), sisters Brenda and Karen (Tom), as well as four nephews and six nieces.
Friends are invited to share coffee and desserts from 2 to 4 P.M. on Saturday, June 11th, at Perkins Restaurant and Bakery in Butte, MT.
Funeral services are planned for July 2nd in Dent, Minnesota.
All services organized privately by family.
Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or share a memory of Diane.
Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Diane and her family.
Service Schedule
Social Gathering
2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Saturday June 11, 2022
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
2900 Harrison Ave.
Butte, MT 59701
Service Schedule
Social Gathering
2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Saturday June 11, 2022
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
2900 Harrison Ave.
Butte, MT 59701
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Melody Ritchie....Helena, MT says
Im so sorry to hear about the passing of Diane. Diane became a very cherished freind of mine in the last 5 years. We went out for lunch many times. She will always be remembered by me as a very nice and kind person with a gentle soul. My deepest sympathies to her family and freinds.
Sally J Barker says
My condolences to the family.
Diane truly lived the life of a hero’s journey, never losing her faith. I met her some years ago as a guest at our family gathering. I embraced her as extended family ever after. I recall Diane’s comment to a specialist here in Missoula. ..she managed to drive herself over, suffering internal complications…I joined her in the ER where we waited for 3 hours, I couldn’t change anything but I was on her side all the way…even to the point when the specialist asked if I was her mother . she said “She isn’t my own mother, but I’d be happy to have her as one.”
I will miss our occasional phone visits, she seemed so peaceful of late. Sally Barker
Emilie Guay Nadeau says
I’m so sorry to read of Diane’s passing. Hugs to all the Hendrickson family!
Cathy Frey says
Dearest Mary Lou, Ron, Jim, Brenda and Karen: I am so sorry for your loss of your beloved daughter and sister Diane. I can still vividly see all of us at Harrison Lake. I hold those memories deep in my heart. I was blessed to share summer weekends with all of you. Diane was such a gentle, kind, beautiful young lady. She always had a smile on her face, and would giggle, role her big brown eyes, and shake her head at us frequently (Brenda!), as the gang of us roamed around the campground area. Good times! Regretfully, we (me and my husband Ernie) will not be in Butte to attend your social gathering in honor of Diane. I would have loved to visit with all of you. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Patti (McDonald)Marshall says
So sorry to hear of Diane’s passing. Ron, Jim and all the Hendrickson family, you are in my prayers.
Sonia says
I worked with Diane for many years. She was such a kind individual. She was very caring and giving. Much heartfelt sympathy to her family.
Patti Richardson says
So sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Gino Dunfee says
Ron and all the Hendrickson family: my deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. May your memories hold her forever in your heart.