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In Memory Of

Linda Lee Hulse, age 69, of Butte, Montana

February 15, 1952 – March 13, 2021

Linda Lee Hulse, age 69, of Butte, Montana, passed away on Saturday, March 13, 2021 after a short illness.

Linda was born February 15, 1952 in Butte, Montana.

Linda attended St. Lawrence grade school, Immaculate Conception School and she graduated from Butte High School in 1970.

Linda joined the Women’s Army Corps after high school, where she trained as a medic. She served at Letterman Army Medical Center at the Presidio of San Francisco in the emergency department and that was one her all-time favorite jobs. After discharge from the Army, Linda worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for 14 years, while she studied nursing at Carroll College.

Linda changed her course of studies and attended Montana Tech, where she earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Computer Science and an Associates’ Degree in Business Management.

Linda married Joseph, “Skitch” Smith in 1971, while she served in the Army. Skitch preceded Linda in death.

Linda worked for the Bureau of Land Management for 19 years after her graduation from Montana Tech, where she met and married her husband of 28 years, Millard Hulse.

Millard and Linda travelled extensively. Her favorite country was Croatia on the Mediterranean.

If you knew Linda, you know she was a character. She was funny and smart with a heart of gold. She was definitely made of sugar and spice. Many knew her sugary side and her spicy side and we loved every part of her. Linda adored all little children and her many nieces and nephews enjoyed Auntie Linda’s love and gifts. Linda’s family and friends already miss her dearly.

If you knew Linda, you also know the Light of her Life was her son, Tim. Linda always told of Tim’s latest activities and how much she loved and cherished him. Tim was a huge part of Linda’s heart and soul.

Linda’s parents, Ronald and Mary Navarro and her sister, Julianne Stallman preceded her in death. Linda is survived by her husband, Millard; her son, Tim; brothers, Lee Campbell and Joe Navarro; sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary Navarro, Paula and Shawn Rigmaiden, Patti and Rick Fulton, and Maggi Navarro; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Viewing will be held from 1-3 p.m. on Wednesday, March 17th at Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services, 2009 Harrison Ave., Butte. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 18th at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 329 W. Mercury St., Butte. Rite of Committal with Military Honors will follow Mass at Holy Cross Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Southwest Mental Health Center or the Senior Center at the Belmont.

Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or to share a memory of Linda. Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Linda and her family.

Service Schedule

Viewing

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday March 17, 2021

Axelson Funeral & Cremation Services

2009 Harrison Ave.

Butte, Montana 59701

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Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

Thursday March 18, 2021

St. Patrick's Catholic Church

329 W. Mercury St.

Butte, Montana 59701

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Burial with Military Honors

Following Mass

Thursday March 18, 2021

Holy Cross Cemetery

4700 Harrison Ave

Butte, Montana 59701

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Service Schedule

Viewing

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday March 17, 2021

Axelson Funeral & Cremation Services

2009 Harrison Ave.

Butte, Montana 59701

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Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

Thursday March 18, 2021

St. Patrick's Catholic Church

329 W. Mercury St.

Butte, Montana 59701

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Burial with Military Honors

Following Mass

Thursday March 18, 2021

Holy Cross Cemetery

4700 Harrison Ave

Butte, Montana 59701

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  1. Shavon Baltezar says

    March 15, 2021 at 7:13 am

    Tim Milliard and family I’m so very sorry Linda was a very good friend of mine for years! I was also her hairdresser! She has been in my life a very long time ! Lots of holiday dinner and fun time together ! Linda called me Wednesday so happy I got to talk with her one last time ! Linda is now free with Jesus ! Big hugs to all! I’m so sorry!

  2. Shavon Baltezar says

    March 15, 2021 at 7:44 am

    I just love this picture of Linda!!!! Could t of picked a better one !!! Gosh I’m going to miss u lady !!! Big hugs!!!

  3. Rose Moralez says

    March 15, 2021 at 10:57 am

    Linda and I were roommates when we both were in the army. I loved her. She was one of a kind. She called me almost every day and we would talk. I hope she is at peace and I hope she is with Skitch. I will miss her and will always love her.

  4. Mary Moralez says

    March 15, 2021 at 4:18 pm

    Linda’s smile would light up a room. She was beautiful on the inside and out. I always loved when she would visit my sister Rose at our family’s home. You will be forever loved, Linda…. Heaven has gained an amazing new angel!

  5. Mary Moralez says

    March 15, 2021 at 4:24 pm

    My condolences to the Hulse and Navarro family, I am deeply sorry for your loss.

  6. Tom Gordon says

    March 16, 2021 at 6:52 am

    God bless you Linda and your family. You are forever in my heart and special to me ❤️ ❤️❤️

  7. Peggy Gobert says

    March 16, 2021 at 8:47 am

    My condolences to the family of Linda. May the memories you have made with her be forever in your hearts. My prayers are with you.

  8. Ramona Juarez says

    March 16, 2021 at 12:56 pm

    My thoughts are with the Hulse and Navarro families during this sad time. Linda and my sister Rose Moralez we’re in the service together. Rose has many stories about Linda and there times together so many years ago. I got to know Linda when she Volunteered with Highlands Hospice. She was a good kind soul. Bless you Linda. Godspeed.

  9. LeeRoy DeJohn says

    March 16, 2021 at 1:28 pm

    My thoughts and prays are with the Hulse and Navarro family during this sorrowful time.
    I met Linda, when she was at the Belmont she was a awesome person. My condolences to Joe and his family.
    May God bless you and watch over you all.

  10. Kathy Johnson says

    March 17, 2021 at 12:49 pm

    Patti & Rick,
    I’m so sorry for your loss. am praying for all of the family.
    God Bless
    Kathy Griffith Johnson

  11. Gerard OBrien says

    March 18, 2021 at 9:35 am

    Sad to hear this Millard. Have not connected for years, but sounds like you two had a wonderful marriage.

  12. Kathy says

    March 18, 2021 at 4:52 pm

    Gods speed my special friend . You told me so much about your husband and son
    My prayers for your son 🙏 and prayers and understanding for Millard . 🙏💔

  13. Beverly Johnson says

    March 19, 2021 at 8:49 am

    My heart and prayers go out to Linda’s family – she was a beautiful soul and so loved by many. Linda is now with her family in Heaven and they are having a hugh celebration❤❤

  14. Debbie says

    March 23, 2021 at 12:32 pm

    Sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. My prayers are with you and your family.
    Debbie

  15. Mike Sheehy says

    March 24, 2021 at 5:01 pm

    Mike Sheehy
    I will miss seeing her. She was a good friend for 42 years.
    My thoughts and condolences are with the family. What a loss to our community.

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Service Schedule

Viewing

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday March 17, 2021

Axelson Funeral & Cremation Services

2009 Harrison Ave.

Butte, Montana 59701

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Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

Thursday March 18, 2021

St. Patrick's Catholic Church

329 W. Mercury St.

Butte, Montana 59701

View map

Burial with Military Honors

Following Mass

Thursday March 18, 2021

Holy Cross Cemetery

4700 Harrison Ave

Butte, Montana 59701

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