Jacqueline Lou Duxbury, age 65, of Butte, Montana, passed away on June 1, 2020. Jacqueline was born on August 7, 2020 to Elden Clarence “Doc” and Opal Ramey Beardslee in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Jacqueline was raised and spent much of her life in Colorado Springs. She received her master’s degree in education with a minor in music and a minor in Marine Biology. On September 5, 1998, she married Rich Duxbury in Colorado Springs and moved with Rich to Butte, montana.
Jacqueline was primarily a music teach and taught music and drum major in MO, OK, CO, KS. She also worked for Albertson Grocery in Colorado and Montana for 13 years and worked for Montana State prison as a guard for 11 years. Rich and Jacqueline owned and operated the Red Bear Mountain Trading Post in Virginia City, Montana.
Jacqueline’s hobbies included music of all kinds, horses, skiing, golf, camping and fly fishing. She loved to make jewelry, glass beads and leather work. Jacqueline also greatly enjoyed visiting with family and friends with a good get together, BBQ or talk. Jacqueline was a member of Back Country Horseman, Lampwork Makers Glass Society and Briggs Ranch Arena.
Jacqueline was preceded in death by her parents, Elden “Doc” and Opal Beardslee. Jacqueline is survived by her husband, Rich Allen Duxbury of Butte, MT; her stepdaughter, Pasha Michelle Oldham of Townsend, MT, her grandchildren, Caleb and Jessica Bryan of Vicksburg, MS, Leah and Cris McCahill of Glasgow, UK, Kathleen Bryan of Helena, MT, and Scott and Anliese Bryan of Roanoke, VA; her great-grandchildren, Mal Scarlett Ryan, Melody Ziebeil, Alan Mrock, Enic Bryan; nephews, Sam and Leanna Duxbury and Ryan and Nicole Duxbury; and her brother-in-law, Bruce Duxbury.
A celebration of Jacqueline’s life will be held later this summer. Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or to share a memory of Jacqueline. Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Jacqueline and her family.
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Sharon L says
You and your artistic talent will be greatly missed. I am so glad I got to meet you some years ago. You will not be forgotten Jacque. May your spirit soar!
Sharon Withrow says
Jacque, I’ll never forget our longtime friendship from our girlhood in Colorado Springs, as well as our many conversations through Facebook.
Rich and Family, you have our deepest condolences. Jacque was a special lady. Although she left far too soon, Jacque had a full and accomplished life, surrounded by loving friends and family. She will be greatly missed!
Sharon Withrow and Bart Prieve
Shelley Schultz Steyh says
Rich- Ron and I are so sorry for the loss of Jackie. She was always a sweetheart to work with. Keeping you in our prayers.
Ron and Shelley Steyh
Jeanne Gandenberger says
I’m so sad to hear this….you touched my heart many times with your love for horses and people…kindness and spiritual stories❤ May your heart soar💜💜
Bernie and Robin Connor says
Rich we are so sorry for your loss. Jacque was a peach!
Patricia Brusati says
Rich. I am so sorry for your loss. Jacqueline was such a wonderful and gifted lady. I will miss her. Keeping you and your family in my prayers
Cheryl Wegley says
Rich and family,
So sorry for your loss, she will truely be missed!
Cheryl and Dr. Taverna
Laureen says
I was so sorry to hear of your passing! I enjoyed our time working together at the prison! You were one of my favorite people there! I will cherish my jewelry that you made! Rest in Peace my friend! Bless you and your family! Luv and prayers <3
Jim Hanson says
You were so good to your mother in her last years. You also did your student teaching with the band at Gorman Junior High. I hope Montana brought you years of joy you deserved.
Pattra Muhlenfeld says
I’m so sorry to hear that. We sell her products in our Distinctly Montana Gift Store. It is quite shocking to hear this. Her works are amazing! May she rest in peace.