Wendy Marie Billing

Wendy Marie (Kramer) Billing, age 74 of Wibaux, Montana, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Glendive Medical Center in Glendive, Montana surrounded with love from her 3 children and family. Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday, April 30, 2026, with a Rosary/Vigil service to follow at 7:00 PM at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Wibaux. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 4:00 PM on Friday, May 1, 2026, at St. Peter's Catholic Church with Fr. Jijo Alappatt officiating. Private family committal will follow at a later date. Silha Funeral Home of Wibaux has been entrusted with the arrangements. Wendy Marie was born on March 31, 1952, in Beach, North Dakota, to Jim and Shirley (Bixby) Kramer. She grew up with her seven sisters on the family ranch north of Wibaux where hard work, laughter, and strong family roots shaped Wendy into the woman everyone came to know and love. Her family also owned and operated the historic Milton Hotel in Wibaux, adding even more community connection to her early years. During high school she was a member of FHA and was a majorette. She also participated in the Eastern Montana Pageant. Wendy proudly claimed, a “covert square-dancing degree”—a title she wore with humor and charm. She graduated from Wibaux County High School with the Class of 1970 and went on to attend Miles City Community College, earning her nursing degree in 1972. Wendy worked in many medical areas throughout her career, but her heart was always in obstetrics. Helping welcome new life into the world suited her perfectly. She had the kind of warmth and steady presence that made people instantly feel cared for. In 1974, Wendy married Bucky Billing, and together they raised three children: Waylon, Justin, and Chelsey. Wendy and Bucky later divorced, but their children remained the center of her world. A lifelong friend of the town of Wibaux and a woman deeply devoted to her community, Wendy believed showing up for people mattered. She spent 21 years delivering Meals on Wheels, and for Wendy, it was never just about dropping off food—it was about checking in, sharing stories, and making sure people felt seen. Those visits meant just as much to her as they did to those receiving them. She also served as an attendant at the Wibaux Visitor Center for 21 years as well. Wendy was always happy to greet a stranger and would likely turn them into friends. Wendy was a lifetime member of St. Peter's Catholic Church and a devoted member of the St. Peters Alter Society. She lived her faith through kindness, service, and quiet generosity. She was incredibly proud of her children and absolutely adored her six grandchildren. Her GranPad was never far away with the newest slideshow of grandkids locked and loaded—whether you asked to see it or not. She found joy in the little things, especially thrift shopping, where she had a gift for discovering both practical treasures and wonderfully unique finds. She enjoyed playing scrabble and Whist. Wendy was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Shirley Kramer. She is survived by her children: Waylon (Melissa) Billing of Broadus, Montana; Justin (Brandy) Billing of Seeley Lake, Montana; and Chelsey (Gary) Smith of Godley, Texas; her six beloved grandchildren (Brandi, Brooke, Lauryn, Jett, Sailor, and Asher); and her sisters: Mary Jo Kramer of Wibaux, Montana; Linda (Chuck) Lucero of Great Falls, Montana; Rita (Larry) Barthel of Billings, Montana; Judy (Rob) Bushman of Wibaux, Montana; Susan (Ty) Hinek of Bowman, North Dakota; Tammy Stewart of Little Rock, Arkansas; Joy (Mark) Burman of Glendive, Montana; an honorary big brother Jim Zinda of Wibaux, Montana and numerous nieces and nephews. Wendy will be remembered for her quick smile, her open heart, and her gift for making people feel like they mattered. She loved her family fiercely, served her community faithfully, and left Wibaux better simply by being part of it. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to the Wibaux County Senior Center 203 1st Ave SW, Wibaux, MT 59353. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.SilhaFuneralHome.com.

Wendy Marie Billing

March 31, 1952 - April 25, 2026

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March 31, 1952 - April 25, 2026

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