Margaret L. Drew, age 91, of Dillon, MT, passed away Thursday, October 27th at St. James Hospital in Butte. She was born August 14th, 1931 in Stevensville, MT to Peter & Barbara Pfau.
She went to school 4 years in Stevensville before moving to Missoula, where she attended 2 years at Sacred Heart Academy. She graduated from high school in Stevensville when she was 16. She loved high school and was a cheerleader, probably starting her lifelong love of sports.
She married Donald Drew in December of 1949 and had 4 children, David (Kathie), Brenda (Scott) Cramer, Brian, and Philip. They enjoyed bowling, dancing, and trips to Jackpot. Don passed away in 1984.
Margaret worked many jobs in Missoula including Buttrey’s Food and Cracker Barrel restaurant, where she won employee of the year.
She owned and operated with Don and family the Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurants in Dillon and Hamilton.
Margaret moved back to Dillon to help with the family business, Sparky’s Garage restaurant, where she continued to be involved right up until her death. She met many new friends in Dillon.
In 2021, she moved to Big Sky Senior Living in Butte, where she made some new friends. She enjoyed bingo, card games, sing-a-longs and even exercise class.
Her greatest joy was being as close as possible to her family and friends whether in person, in writing, or on the phone. She loved bingo, cards, and playing the casino machines, 2 cruises, Grizzly football games and almost any other sporting event.
Margaret is survived by her four children, grand children Sean (Leah) Cramer, Kyla (Brad) Ward, Marcus, Cassandra, Chelsey, Christopher, & Brianne Drew, great grandchildren Ethan & Bella Cramer, London & Sayre Hyland, Adalyn & Violet Ward, Noelle & Zaria Edwardson and Emerson Drew.
She will be dearly missed.
A funeral mass organized privately by the family and the church will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday, November 12th, 2022, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Dillon, MT. A Reception will follow at the Family Center.
For any questions related to services, please contact family members or the church at 406-683-4391.
Memorials in honor of Margaret can be made to the donor’s choice.
Please visit below to leave a condolence or share a memory of Margaret.
Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Margaret and her family.
Service Schedule
Funeral Mass
11:00 a.m.
Saturday November 12, 2022
St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church
226 South Atlantic Street
Dillon, Montana 59725
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Karen Pfau White says
I am really sorry to hear and see about the passing of Margaret. I always loved being around her and was happy to say she was my cousin. A friend of mine has never been to Montana so next summer, I’m taking her on a Montana tour, and I will make sure that I stop by Sparkey’s Garage to say “hi” and taste some of that delicious food I see and all the wonderful beers you carry. Not sure when it will be but I’ll be in touch when I’m on my way. My love and prayers to the whole family. your loss is a great one, because Margaret was an awesome person.
Janice Muniz says
My love & prayers to all of Margaret’s family & friends. She was such a beautiful soul and I enjoyed the time I got to spend with her at the casino doing what she loved, playing the machines and hoping to win big. I will miss her so much but I know she lived a wonderful life and created a beautiful family that love her so much. May her memories hold dear in your hearts. Rest in peace Margaret ..you have gained your angel wings ((((HUGS)))) Love you
Janice Muniz
( Sparky’s Garage Butte)
Rick Later says
With SINCERE SYMPATHY R.I.P.
Rick & Cooky Later
Darlene Carlson says
Sending our sympathy and prayers at the loss of your dear Mom and Grandmother. Love, Dar and Tom
Bill Hatcher says
I worked with Margaret at Buttrey Foods from 1962 to 1968. She was just an amazing person, always full of joy and happiness.
Kathy Estes says
Brenda and Family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt condolences.
Marilyn Knuchel Stickney says
I am so sorry to hear of Margaret’s passing. I have wonderful memories of her with the ladies playing cards in Missoula. I do remember having some picnics with our families. She was such a special, kind, loving person. My prayers go out to the whole family.
Laurie (Evanoff) Gollos says
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom/grandmother/great-grandmother! She has always held a place in my heart. My first boss and the best one ever. Prayers to you all!!!